Covid life has been tough. Here are 20 life lessons that I’ve learnt since the start of the pandemic:
1. Appreciate every little thing (eg, toilet paper 
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2. Traveling is a privilege. 
3. The value of a warm hug or a handshake. 
4. Self-care is a priority. 
5. Enjoy the present moment as the future can be uncertain. 
6. Everyone we meet is fighting a battle we know nothing about. Be kind. Always! 
7. Laugh and cry. It’s ok to cry. That’s how we came into this world. 
8. Eating out is a joy. 
9. Having time-out is good for the mind and body. 
10. Stay positive. 
11. Slow down and breathe. 
12. Be creative. Being shut indoors for months has reignited some old hobbies that I haven’t had time to practice such as learning Japanese and painting. 
13. Never stop learning. Having the extra time means more time for learning a new skill. 
14. Be flexible with work. Most of my speech pathology lessons are now delivered online. 
15. Stay close to nature. It’s healing and good for our well-being. 
16. Support yourself first, so that you can support others. 
17. Make plans but stay flexible when circumstances change. 
18. Adapt to the new “normal” – regular hand washing and checking in at venues 
19. Love your friends and family. 
20. Finally, masks can come in different colours and styles – pick your favorite and roll with it 
Much love and here’s for a better future.
Binh
Binh Doan 