Question

write a letter to your friend stating about a picnic that you remind now in the state of Covid situation.


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Answer 1

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In any sort of delicate situation like this one, where there is the potential for hurt feelings, I recommend taking some time to process the information in a less emotional frame of mind. Even the most levelheaded human beings tend to feel judged, shamed or rejected when they are consigned to an out-group.

All of us are attempting to navigate the new reality of COVID-19, and we are doing our best to balance the risks to our physical health with our emotional health. In the absence of clearly established social norms, each of us may need to make different choices from other people in our communities or families. Taking several hours, or even a day, to get some distance from any negative feelings you might have is definitely the right first step. Once you have some space, try asking yourself why you are no longer in your friends' bubble. Generate a few possibilities on your own before re-engaging with the person who informed you that you will no longer be in the same quarantine pod.

When you talk to your former podmate, lead with empathy and compassion, then follow with curiosity. For example, you could start with something like, “This must have been a hard decision. Thank you for letting me know.” Then gently ask why the person asked (or told) you to leave the pod. Try using language that is less personal and more open-ended, such as, “I’m curious what led you to close down your pod?” The reason may make complete sense once you have heard it in a calm moment.

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