By Faisal Reshi
World is prone to every kind of mayhem viz, Earthquake, Floods, Droughts etc. among which some are natural while as others can be said to be the outcome of the activities rendered by the so called wise creatures on this patch of planet that is “HUMAN BEING”. Human interference against the nature is going beyond its limit, but is apparent the more we try to torn the true image of nature, the more it will bounce back with its severe repercussion which may halt the overall progress of the nations. Albeit the nations exhibits their progress in every sphere of life but in front of the nature we so helpless that our wealth, defense acts as a futile assets. Everyone is aware about the present scenario of the world, where a virus which is in microns has bought all the so called Super Power Nations on its knees. COVID-19 is a disease caused by a new strain of Coronavirus.’ CO’ stands for corona, ‘VI’ for virus, and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as ‘2019 novel coronavirus’ or ‘2019-nCoV’.Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.
Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. The impact of this deadly virus has not only cost the lives but most of the people have lost their livelihood which further surge their sufferings. The economy of the developing nations came to stand still and there seems to let out from the mess. Now coming back to the topic, following are the lessons that we learnt from this pandemics.
1. Doctors and researchers need to be paid better if this scary time has taught us anything; it’s that doctors and researchers will be the ones who get us out of this mess. They are the ones working day and night to drive the recovery of the world. At the moment, hundreds of scientists scramble to find a coronavirus treatment. We need to re-valuate how much money Hollywood actors, pro-athletes and politicians make and instead pay scientist and doctors the salary they deserve.
2. Learn to appreciate nature:- If you live near a spacious outdoor, like the desert or an empty road lined with trees and you realize it’s the only safe, surface-less space to take a walk in, then you begin to realize the beauty of nature. The point is not to remain indoors, but to avoid being in close contact with others. When you do leave your home, whether it is for a walk in the desert or a run on your street, make sure to wipe down any surfaces you come into contact with, avoid touching your face and frequently wash your hands.
3. Learn how to be content alone:- It’s so hard for some people to just be still and do nothing. Being alone, especially for extroverts can be exhausting and lonely. Social distancing can be very difficult, but it can also teach you a lot about yourself. You learn how to keep yourself busy. Eventually being watching three seasons of a TV show won’t be enough anymore, and will have to try doing something else. Your body and mind is your home and you have to learn how to love it and live with it.
4. Everyone should know how to cook staying home has forced many people to learn, re-learn or re-ignite their love for cooking. Learning how to cook is one of the most important skills a person can have. You depend on yourself, it teaches you self-sustainability and you save a lot of money. These days, hundreds of people sharing social media posts of their delicious meals. They are re-discovering the wonders of eating in. knowing exactly what is in your food and feeling that sense of reward when you completely cook a meal on your own.
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