Three ways to maintain friendships during a global pandemic
Are you still not seeing your friends during the national lockdown?
Can you still maintain healthy friendships during the COVID-19 lockdown?
South Africa is on lockdown level two and while small groups are permitted to gather, friendships are still taking strain.
Bonds formed during simpler times might have helped carry us through this difficult time but how does one manoeuvre the new normal?
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Science journalist Lydia Denworth, author of 'Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bond' says some friendships are stronger, however, lockdown might also cause stress and strain relationships.
Ways to improve relationships during the lockdown:
1. Use technology to maintain a connection.
2. Take time off when you need it.
3. Meaningful friendships require consistent maintenance.
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