Tell you what, lids... I've been on lockdown for 10 days now and, financial considerations aside, it's a pretty decent screw. No office, no commute, get up when you want, time to exercise (inside or out), do what you enjoy. I find it much more enjoyable than going to the office every day. My depression and anxiety have eased a lot in the last couple of weeks. I've been spending time cooking and writing and loving it.
I know not everybody will find it liberating and enjoyable but theres different ways to look at this. I will be feeling some pain at the end of april but for now, I'm trying to enjoy the moment and appreciate what I have.
You'll all be fine!
I mean... honestly, my life hasn't changed that much (which is probably the saddest thing)
I've lost my income for the foreseeable and I'm dead worried but luckily the shifts I had this week haven't been cancelled and I've managed to pick up some more work.
I've been working from home since the start of March (as per company instructions) so that's no different. I'm missing the gym (but it's only been three days) as I had a routine I was happy with but I'm doing my best to fill that void and missing being able to see friends/go for a pint or a coffee).
But my general routine has been very samey. Which, like I said, probably reflects more on me, and I haven't even been on lockdown. Now that we are in lockdown, literally nothing has changed. I've been to the shops three times in total in the last week. Just 10-minute trips tops. Don't plan on going soon as I don't need to.
Have had direct contact with five people in the past week, now.
So in terms of daily life I'm not struggling with it. My struggle comes when I worry about my nan and then yes my finances. Maybe it's selfish but it's a massive worry - I know it's not my life in terms of life or death but it is my livelihood and career. Hopefully something comes up. I've picked up some stuff so hopefully more on the way. Talking on here helps even if we don't all agree.
