The coronavirus pandemic has completely rewritten the rules of our world, exacting a physical and emotional toll each day. For the tens of thousands who have lost loved ones, as well as health workers on the front lines fighting the disease, the psychological fallout will likely be devastating.
For those working and living from home, it’s caused the days to ooze together into a shapeless blob. Some struggle with loneliness, while others might worry about their health and finances. And the moments that shine a spotlight on our current reality, like scrolling through headlines at 2 a.m. or roving through grocery stores among fellow mask-clad customers, can feel like they’re burned into our brains.
Consequently, there’s a nagging sense that we’re in the midst of a once-in-a-lifetime historical event. Years from now, we’ll share stories with friends, teach about COVID-19 in schools and tell our kids about life in 2020. But how will we really remember this unprecedented event in our lifetimes?
