OK Boomer! Coronavirus – COVID-19 remains top of mind for our country and for our world. Practicing social distance, adjusting our lives in accordance for us to “flatten the curve” and continuing to be alert remains important as the “fall surge” is upon us.
After reading an opinion piece written by Eli Pariser ” Hello, Boomer? It’s Millennials. We need to talk about coronavirus” posted online by CNN March 13th, this is the portion I re-read seven months later that still holds true.
“Boomers, you’re probably sick of us alternating between rolling our eyes and admonishing you. You’re probably sick of us learning something and then acting like we were the first people in human history to ever discover it. You’re sick of being told you’re doing things wrong. But it’s better to be sick of us than to get sick yourself. We’re writing today because we care about you. And we want you to stay safe. Just like you wanted us to stay safe when we were kids. We love you, Boomers. We should probably say that more often, but we love you and we appreciate everything you’ve done for us in our lives. And we’ll call you in a little bit to check in.”
For all generations, adjustments are underway. Changes to how we live, how we work, how we shop, how we entertain ourselves and others continues. Consider three main ways to take continued action.
- Reset (again and again and yet again)
- Consider how things are going in all areas of life. What’s working? What’s not? What can you tweak?
- Think about who can help you out and who you can help out. IT help? Errands? Homework?
- How’s your attitude? Be mindful about YOU and make sure you’re taking care of you. It’s ok to not be ok.
- Respond
- What requires immediate attention?
- What can be put off?
- How can you participate safely?
- Resourcefulness
- What projects are waiting for you? Need help from others? Are you able to chunk it down into manageable pieces to build momentum?
- Creative ways to connect with people near and far with technology. Rely on others to teach you how, if you’re having difficulties.
- Break time is important. Be mindful of the routines kept. Is your daily routine serving you? Even if you have five minutes to breathe, it helps!
Before we blink, the holidays will be upon us. WebMD posted tips in advance of the holidays. https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20201008/faucis-daughters-wont-visit-for-thanksgiving
- Make sure you have no COVID-like symptoms for at least two weeks prior to travel.
- Get tested before you travel and, if possible, quarantine at a hotel for at least 48 hours before seeing your loved ones.
- Drive if possible.
- If you fly, travel during off-peak hours, wear a well-fitting mask (N95 if possible), social distance, and make sure the airline is keeping the middle seat open. Take wet wipes to wipe down the back of your seat and tray table, and make sure you have hand sanitizer.
- At the family gathering, cut down on close contact and talking without a mask — particularly around elderly loved ones and people with underlying medical conditions.
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If you’re beginning to plan for Q1 2021 and want to talk about taking care of business at home and work, contact me via Email or check out the website @ The Living Planner for additional information. Let me know if there are other ways I may be of assistance.
Stay well –Lynn
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