I am relieved that I have a chance to slow down and reassess my priorities. I didn't realise I was going through life on autopilot. I walk along the coastline almost every day and cook slowly like my grandparents used to. I am grateful that I have a stabl

I am relieved that I have a chance to slow down and reassess my priorities. I didn't realise I was going through life on autopilot.

I walk along the coastline almost every day and cook slowly like my grandparents used to.

I am grateful that I have a stable and rewarding job at a time of uncertainty.

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I miss laughing with my friends at the pub.

I drink too much now on weeknights because I feel unsettled.

I am exhausted by being compelled to be on screens all day for work and now for social interaction. It's not an adequate alternative for real life.

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I'm trying to find a way to acknowledge all those poor people who are sick or passed away without getting sucked into a dark place.

I guess this is a lesson about balance.