Are you taking this seriously?

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Are there any people that aren't clinically vulnerable/vulnerale taking the virus seriously?

It seems like there aren't enough people thinking "well I'm not vulnerable but I'm taking it all on board and think the pandemic is horrendous".

It's all quite soul destroying, the whole thing isn't it but I'm hoping that people are rising above the relentless boredom and realising that the restrictions are for a good cause.

I know a few people that think everything has been exagerated and before the stricter mask rules came in the other week, refused to wear one.

I'm vulnerable, but not extremely clinically vulnerable, and was wondering how many on here think it's all a waste of time because they don't think they're at risk?

I had lots of sympathy for those struggling with lockdown I was struggling myself I still do have sympathy in some ways but last week finding out I needed to break the news to my 6 yo that his dad has died of Covid I’m less sympathetic!

@Hm2020

I had lots of sympathy for those struggling with lockdown I was struggling myself I still do have sympathy in some ways but last week finding out I needed to break the news to my 6 yo that his dad has died of Covid I’m less sympathetic!

As j said - worse things happen than a lockdown - I'm so sorry that this has happened, truly. When people complain about lockdowns when people have to deal with desperately tragic situations like this... I think they need some perspective. I'm so so sorry for your loss.

@Hm2020

I had lots of sympathy for those struggling with lockdown I was struggling myself I still do have sympathy in some ways but last week finding out I needed to break the news to my 6 yo that his dad has died of Covid I’m less sympathetic!

I’m sorry to hear that but you could equally be telling him he’d died through suicide.

I just think that the government need to release their exit strategy. This exit strategy also needs to include scenarios where things have not improved or new variants are found etc. People need a clear route back to normality so they can process and make peace with it... Whether that reality involves covid or not!

This would be a really good thing to do, but I suspect there isn't one. The goverment seems to lurch along reacting just that bit too late to each new twist and turn of the covid saga.

I've always been relaxed about my individual risks if I get it, based on statistical data and my age, sex, health conditions etc. I am not vulnerable at all and nobody in my household is, and I don't mix with anyone outside of my household. I'm not emotionally affected by most journalism or television about the virus.

However I've always worn a mask where it was legally required and I don't meet up with anyone or take part in any activity which isn't allowed (most activities I'd want to do are all in venues which are closed anyway). But when restrictions have eased I've always been keen to access them (e.g. eating out, going to soft play and indoor attractions when they've been open). I take my DD to playgrounds every day, and she attends nursery. I get all my food through deliveries (although more for convenience than fear of supermarkets). I'm not a particularly sociable person though so that aspect of lockdown doesn't bother me, I've never been tempted to meet up with people or hug anyone.

@MotherForker I am genuinely sorry that everything is so difficult at the moment, it is so difficult as all the usual self care things have been taken away from us. Will twat exh have the kids just so you can get out for a walk?

There are usually local support groups out there, maybe look on your local council covid support page for details, just someone to talk to at this time.

We're all vulnerable if we get the virus and struggle to breathe. I only go out once a week for essential shopping. We're all getting cabin fever but it can't be helped and that's small fry compared to Covid. There will always be those who don't listen to advice and we can only look out for ourselves.

@OpheliasCrayon I'm sorry that is your situation but it's a bit of a moot point.

It's not natural to plaster a smile on your face and constantly think "well, someone out there has it worse!". It's all completely relative.

@Fembot123 I could but that wouldn’t be the truth. As he died of Covid there for If we didn’t have Covid he wouldn’t have died hth.

I know lots of people now who don’t care whether they live or die anymore.

A young man of 23 on my caseload took his own life last week.

I’m a very level headed person with a responsible job. I’m starting to feel the same.

The problem with government is, the people running the country don’t feel like this. They are busy, they are other people, their life has purpose, they have power and control.

You average person has none of this. Many have nothing left. I’m sorry for the clinically vulnerable, it’s shit. But this can’t go on.

I am taking it seriously, but I am also done with it and really worried about the long-term effects of lockdown on individuals. The number of cases of long covid are going to pale into insignificance when we are dealing with long term mental health issues (depression, anxiety about getting back out the house) physical difficulties from people being confined to home for so long.

I'm doing lockdown, I don't have to be bloody happy about it too.

I really can't bear this "I'd rather die" nonsense from anyone under the age of 65 and certainly not from anyone with children. It's absolutely pathetic

I'm not even going to say what I really think of you, because MNHQ will just delete my comment, but you are a vile specimen.

I really don't care anymore. I wear my mask in shops but it is for show because I don't think they help much. I am more worried about the terrible impact this is having on my children and my own mental health atm.

I am.
I work in an office (cannot wfh). It is the only place I go. We have a weekly online delivery (as MIL 87 moved in with us).
I literally go nowhere else (apart from my fortnightly non symptomatic test). Actually, I lie - vets to collect pills monthly.
DH works from home, never goes out either.
We’ve pretty much done this since last year.
We’re both nearer 60 than 50. No underlying health conditions BUT I’m borderline obese (BMI of 30).
DD is 16, an only child. We have very few relations, we cannot take the ‘risk’ of one or both of us dying from this.

[quote Hm2020]@Fembot123 I could but that wouldn’t be the truth. As he died of Covid there for If we didn’t have Covid he wouldn’t have died hth.[/quote]
That’s not what I meant.

If it weren’t for Covid lots of people wouldn’t have died of lots of other things that weren’t Covid, it doesn’t have sanctified status or trump all other deaths and you can still be sympathetic to other people’s plight. A young relative of mine died from the virus and I still feel for those struggling.

I’m not in the vulnerable group but I am taking it seriously because whatever is or isn’t going on, it’s the only fair thing to do. The NHS was decimated by the Tories before this all kicked off so it’s little wonder the hospitals in some areas are struggling.

I am lucky in that I’m autistic so the lockdowns don’t bother me. If I don’t socialise that’s fine. But I will continue to do what’s expected of me. There isn’t anything else to do is there?

[quote StormcloakNord]@OpheliasCrayon I'm sorry that is your situation but it's a bit of a moot point.

It's not natural to plaster a smile on your face and constantly think "well, someone out there has it worse!". It's all completely relative. [/quote]
That's absolutely not what I'm saying

I'm saying that my situation has been invisible to everyone pretty much until now or brushed off or forgotten. Now it's different covid can affect anyone and so the same people suddenly are panicked and want understanding......

I don't think my situation is worse than anyone elses - your right it's all relative...but it's just a bit galling that I've had to fight for years to be noticed by people who are suddenly now experiencing what my life has been like for years but couldn't have given a shit whether their actions hospitalised me or not

I'm taking it seriously. I don't want to catch it (I've a big family and would find it stressful worrying about the kids and DH) and I want no part in spreading it. It's critical that we get out of this so I'll do whatever needed.

But I'm damned if I'll be miserable about it. I had a breakdown in the first lockdown so have learned a bit better how to protect myself and my mental health. I'm more settled and accepting this time. We have a lovely life and home and are getting the chance to enjoy some parts of it that we are usually to busy to enjoy. I can wait it out. I feel desperately sad for people who are struggling but I can't focus on that anymore. I can't fix this and worrying about others and the situation made me sick last time. So I'm going to bloody enjoy the year and try to not catch or pass on this virus to a single person.

Wow if people feel like this now where are we going to be this time next year!? You have to find the good in the bad, it’s imperative.

This is our new world now, acceptance is key. Whether you take it seriously or not is a Mute argument, it does not matter because you have to get on with it regardless, there is no alternative.

Those complying, thank you. Those not complying- don’t worry you’ll have to eventually.

Not really. I have to work from home, the kids are off school, there's no where to go. But I don't take it seriously. I'm just waiting for it to be over.

@YukoandHiro

I really can't bear this "I'd rather die" nonsense from anyone under the age of 65 and certainly not from anyone with children. It's absolutely pathetic. This might be - at the very worst - three years of an otherwise long life.

And for those not vulnerable to death, long covid is no joke. Your life could be a hell of a lot worse with it. In fact, you may find yourself alive and having to live like this for years even when society has reopened because your health is so shit.

Why take the risk?

I really only understand this attitude from anyone whose already had the bulk of their healthy life behind them eg retirement onwards

Imbecile

@Thewiseoneincognito

Wow if people feel like this now where are we going to be this time next year!? You have to find the good in the bad, it’s imperative.

This is our new world now, acceptance is key. Whether you take it seriously or not is a Mute argument, it does not matter because you have to get on with it regardless, there is no alternative.

Those complying, thank you. Those not complying- don’t worry you’ll have to eventually.

It's 'moot', not 'mute'.

And what do you think will happen? The army will come and shoot those for non-compliance? I've seen no enforcement of the rules here since the first lockdown and most people are past caring. Slowly but surely more and more people will ignore the rules, see their friends and family and get on with living.

@YukoandHiro that's a really awful thing to say. I can't personally attack you because as MNHQ have kindly reminded me that is against the talk guidelines however it's okay for people like you to comment heinous things like that however please know if I could, I would.

What a horrid thing to say that shows so clearly your lack of understanding of mental health.

I wish some were bloody mute 😂