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To be honest I’m very excited about writing again. This time the experience will be different for me because most of my articles will be in English, which will be a new challenge. I say a challenge because I believe content creation is an important asset and not an easy thing to come by, even in your native language. However, there is always room for improvement and I thrive in learning situations. If you don’t try you don’t know.

Due to the unusual times that we are passing through, almost everyone needs to stay at home to be healthy and safe. These conditions are the times where we question ourselves and our expectations from life. We’ve gone back to basics. What do I mean? Well, we’re spending more time communicating with family and friends, we’re eating better, we’re probably more conscious of exercise, local community is now playing a more important role in our life’s and we’re more appreciative of the things we have than ever before. 

The whole world is focusing on one issue, which is the virus that we still don’t know how to fight. There are many scenarios to prevent people becoming infected or falling victim to the virus but it’s obvious that the world isn’t ready to deal with this. Some people don’t think this is a war but from my perspective it is. If you don’t take the necessary precautions implemented by the authorities, not only do you risk your own life, but the lives of other too. So, the question is why are some people not listening to the authorities? I’m not an expert in human psychology but according to my impressions, people might feel that their freedom is restricted and consequently some people rebel against these imposed restrictions. The message is very clear, stay at home, wash your hands frequently, exercise, eat healthy food, remain calm and maintain social distancing and if you believe you have any symptoms, isolate yourself and get tested.

It’s now April and as far as we know there is no medication for this virus. The whole world is trying to find a solution for this pandemic. Each one of us can help by being more responsible.

Although we are facing unusual circumstances there is no need to be pessimistic. It’s true that we miss meeting our friends and family. We also miss enjoying the weather, travelling around the world freely and going to school. We can’t do our daily routines, but it’s fine. There are periods which remind us to stop and think and question what the meaningful things in our lives are. In a crisis I try to look at things more positively. Many people may say there is nothing positive about this situation, but I can state many. Now you have more time for yourself and your family. You can read, listen and engage more. You can develop yourself and learn new things. You can explore a new interest. I can state many more  but it’s important not to forget that every crisis is also an opportunity.

It’s a fact that mankind forgets bad memories very quickly. I’m pretty sure that next year we will be tackling new consequences from COVID-19. The most important lesson we’ll get out of this, is to believe in science and not forget that life matters for all.

Best regards

Dilara FIRAT