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In a little over two years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic,
how we care for ourselves, our employees, and our communities has evolved significantly. Here, we explore how life has changed and what to know going forward.
by Risa Kerslake
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By Christina Hernandez Sherwood
The pandemic has been unpredictable, but neighbors have come together to help each other face the challenges.
By Ashley Lauretta
Communities are still coming together, two years into the pandemic
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Mental Health, Explored
Turning Points:
Navigating Mental Health
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A commitment to putting mental and emotional well-being first can be a turning point in life. From making meaningful connections in a digital world to mindfulness and meditation, hear the multitude of ways people can put their mental health first — and why each method is effective in its own way.
In U.S. culture, mental and physical health are often siloed and treated separately. But each influences the other in intricate and inextricable ways. In this section, we explore the mind-body connection and share advice for improving mental well-being holistically, from beneficial ways of eating and exercising to working and connecting.
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"I saw outstanding acts of selflessness and painful demonstrations of pure selfishness, and I found myself losing patience with the latter. I have watched people in thankless jobs continue to suit up and to show up, and I guess I have decided I want to be on THAT team."
Linda F. - Boston, MA
"[I believe] that most people have come to realize just how important relationships, family, friends, and community really are in a person’s life because of the pandemic. It was helpful to have technology like Facebook and FaceTime to stay in contact with people during the worst part of the pandemic."
Susan C. - Worcester, MA
"People! There are people who took part in acts of kindness like inspiration on painted rocks to people who took action and mobilized for social justice. We are resilient, creative, and kind— and if we’re not then I certainly hope we find the courage to be those things."
Mitul D. - Somerville, MA
"This has changed very significantly. The activities I began to focus even more on were all physical pursuits which have always played a significant impact on my mental health. As I dedicated more time to these as I had throughout the course of my life prior to graduating college, I found myself becoming a happier person generally. My ability to set boundaries to prioritize the things I love has become an unbelievably important part of my life."
Ryan K. – Boston, MA
What is one thing that gives you hope for the future?
How has the way you think about physical and mental health changed?
How has the pandemic changed how you interact with others?
How have you seen your community come together in this time of need?
"Seeing the sparkle and delight in a young child’s face. They are a beacon of light in these dark times."
Robin H. – Candia, NH
What's one thing that gives you hope for the future?
"The miracles of advancing medicine give me great hope. Look at where we are now in two short years. We are survivors with a documented history to move forward. Medicine is advancing, with new research each day."
Anonymous
What's one thing that gives you hope for the future?
"No one ever tells you that your first year of marriage will be tested by a pandemic... Go figure. Yet here we are. Still together but this time with a surplus of toilet paper."
Mitul D. – Somerville, MA
How has your life changed over the past two years?
"I lost my brother to an overdose during Covid. There is an undeclared and parallel pandemic going on: the highly stigmatized one of addiction and mental health. As a victim of the absolutely inadequate mental health resources I needed to process his death, I was forced to confront these biases and to fight for more advocacy."
Linda F. - Boston, MA
How has the way you think about physical and mental health changed?
"I have accepted a lot more responsibility over myself over the past two years having completed most of college during the pandemic and moving into an apartment of my own. I have had to rely on myself more often than others and have become more isolated from other people for better or for worse. I feel significantly less sociable than I did before the virus."
Zack K. - Boston, MA
How has your life changed over the past two years?
"I am more health conscious; I quit smoking and lost 70 pounds as a direct result of being told I had at least three comorbidities to make me high risk for Covid. I learned that I am sturdier than I thought..."
Linda F. - Boston, MA
What lessons have you taken away from this experience?
"There is a closeness of neighbor helping neighbor, from helping people rebuild businesses to food deliveries, and even during snow removal. Yes, people I see have become more aware of community needs."
Anonymous
How have you seen your community come together in this time of need?
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More importance needs to be paid towards mental health.
Anonymous
How has the way you think about physical and mental health changed?
Life is short, focus on your wellbeing and do what you can to make your community safe.
Anonymous
What lessons have you taken away from this experience?
As an introvert I was extremely burnt out even before the pandemic. I learned I need a lot more time to recharge than I was giving myself before.
Anonymous
What lessons have you taken away from this experience?
I have always advocated for mental and physical health. I think we have been through a major traumatic event collectively which is now being pushed off as “over” and expected to return to normal (work/life) without addressing the need to heal from it.
Anonymous
How has the way you think about physical and mental health changed?
Get the vaccine.
Juliana B. - Chelsea, MA
What is one piece of advice you would give your past self?