I don’t really know what I was expecting as so many people have had such different experiences with Covid-19, so I thought I would write about the positive things that came out of my isolation time.
Firstly, my only symptoms were feeling hugely exhausted and a lack of appetite so before I even start I was really lucky.
As my week closed down and my energy declined I was mainly resting and getting up for meals, it made me realise the simplest things were the most valuable to me.
My roof over my head, my warm bed, my bath, my toilet, my garden view, my husband, my heating, my food and water, my family and friends, who were all available to me and gave me such comfort.
I felt so many feelings over the week from loneliness, sadness, frustration, disappointment, anger, and vulnerability.
I learned that ‘its ok’ to have all the feelings and to sit with each of them with respect for what they are telling me.
I have learned that I am truly blessed to have ALL my basic needs met and the biggest lessons are to live ‘one day at a time’ and make the best of what you have.
This time has also allowed me to slow down which is a lifetime aim of mine , and enjoy the journey rather than the destination.
So as I brace myself for re-entry, I hope I am a little more humble and respectful to my amazing body that has got me through a challenging time.