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Physical Distancing v. Social Distancing

3/23/2020

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You've heard over the past week or so that 'social distancing' is just one front everyone must do to  combat the spread of coronavirus. However, one quickly realizes that, sans the essential trips (i.e. grocery store, pharmacy, etc.), life can get pretty lonely as isolation becomes a reality. However, social distancing and physical distancing are two very different things. Many health organizations are advising that people stay '6 feet apart', or to give you a more visual picture, think of anyone of these actors/actresses between you and the next person: Chris Evans, Brooke Shields, Denzil Washington, Robert Pattinson, John Travolta, Geena Davis, Denzil Washington - you get the picture. This, as well as "flattening the curve" and "self-quarantining" are among other phrases we have all heard in recent media messaging.  

But keeping away from people can be isolating and we humans are social creatures by nature. So take advantage of this time. Be with your family, learn with your children if they are home schooling, learn a new skill, read a book that you've been putting off, reach out to a friend who you've been meaning to call, start a garden, clean out a closet, etc. In Psycology Today, Dr. Kenneth Miller discusses the psychological price tag of social distancing in his article, "Let's Aim for Physical Rather Than Social Distancing". Among a number of adverse health effects of social isolation, Miller advocates for 'physical distancing' as social distancing can be extremely toxic to the human body for a variety of reasons.  

Let us know what you are doing during this time, but by all means, stay connected with others, stay connected with your local businesses (see who is doing take out here) and be well, think of others (don't hoard), and we'll all get through this together. 
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