I am talking about older single people. Like the seniors of the world.
Especially retired singles. If one goes to work there is some company there.
COVID rules say stay at home.
Limit social contacts.
Well you get the message.
Is it hard?
Yes- to be away from normal contacts.
No- finding ways to make it work.
8 months into this thing has made us all be a little creative.
I wrote letters in the spring to people. I made phone calls.
So now what to do.
Well lots of Christmas cards to everyone already sent with a different newsletter. I look forward to receiving some cards too. I love the mail. It is fun to open it.
Even though I am the one who is dealing with grief, I have this need to reach out to others in a supportive way.
It helps my isolation.
I can have physical distance and masked events with kids and grandchildren for now.
Family arranging ways to be outside with a firepit and enclosed areas. I even bought insulated pants.
One daughter said to buy snow pants. Well they are called insulated pants for adults. I could not find women's snow pants! LOL
But anxiety and depression is huge for many living alone. So be aware for yourself and others in your life.
Connect. Reach out. Keep in touch more than usual.
If lonely, tell others. Listen to music a lot! It stimulates the mind and keeps one out of their head.
What are your strategies for social isolation? If having trouble, call me. Write me. Leave a comment.
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