While social media abound with videos and posts about being productive and learning new skills during the lockdown, it is no easy task to push past the negative and turn it into positive. Many of us feel isolated and lonely but others are also facing the strain of being in the same space for an extended period of time with family. But if you’re kicking yourself for binge-watching Netflix instead of baking picture perfect sourdough bread, don’t — experts have said that the Covid-19 outbreak is unprecedented. It has also caught us all by surprise, which is why so many of us are still struggling.
A record number of people are working from home during this “circuit breaker” period. With schools closed, workplaces shaken up along with anxiety and uncertainty brought on by measures to curb the Covid-19 outbreak, it can seem like a daunting task to remain productive and strong during these tough times. So how can we overcome the challenging days ahead?
SINGAPORE (May 15): Nothing about the past few months has been anywhere close to normal. From the changing of workplaces to the shuttering of our favourite restaurants, this is a ‘new normal’ that many are struggling with. Work hours from home feel longer and as we cope with the negative impact the outbreak has on businesses and livelihoods, many among us face depression and anxiety.
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