Just that really. For context, DP and I are both secondary school teachers in former Tier 2 area. Both in early 30s, otherwise fit and well. We are concerned for our vulnerable colleagues but feel a certain inevitability about getting Covid - several cases in our schools, for example. Mine has been less hit than DP's. We are not blase - far from it - but realistically accept that we are likely to get it but also we are likely, fortunately, to be okay.
We haven't really seen my parents even before restrictions because the anxiety DM displays means we think she finds it stressful seeing us - constantly worrying, washing shopping, talking about our awful work situation, etc. DP went for a test last week and we weren't going to tell her but she dropped over something for us (thinking we were at work), saw both of our cars, and then was highly stressed out for the 48 hours he had to wait.
Any advice on how to manage this? DP and I are sticking rigidly to the rules outside of our workplaces, so are unlikely to pass anything on to any family members but her constant concern for both of us makes me feel like I need to support her and help her gain a sense of proportion. Any ideas?
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barmorteacake · 15/11/2020 11:12
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