The idea of Social Distancing has taken over our world at the moment it seems. The Government of Australia, and others, have taken on the idea of it, and are punishing people who get too close to others. And so somehow, giving a friend a hug has become a crime.
I can see the reasons for this, in this Covid-19 time, but oh, I so miss those hugs from friends. Getting too close to others could lead to catching this virus, with possible fatal results. I can see that. But I’m also aware that not being able to catch up with those we love, our family or friends, can lead to a progression to feeling low, to depression, and worse.
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Human beings need social contact to be who they are supposed to be. Unless they have awesome mental abilities, and can step beyond that social need, and reach something higher. But for most of us, social interaction is a needed thing. We join in, we go to meetings, coffee and chats with friends, we visit, we hug each other, oh yes, we hug each other.
Surely, this distancing thing is far from social. Yes, I know it is needed right now, but I hope that need is safely over soon. I want, and need to see and be with my friends.
Carolyn Cordon - Creative 