While quarantine is undoubtedly difficult for many, I want to acknowledge my priveleges during this time and take a moment to be truly grateful for my life so I'll never forget. Here's a thread:

I am privileged to not have Covid-19. I could have very easily gotten it. 12 of my relatives had the virus and I made contact with one of them. I really could have easily gotten the virus but I didn't. I am lucky, I am privileged. Thank God.

I am privileged that nobody's income in my household has been affected by the pandemic. We are privileged to be able to work from home and continue earning stable income during these troubling times. We will do our best to give what we can to those who need it.

I am privileged that I am 21 this year, which makes me eligible for different types of aid given out to the community. Even though we have stable income, we still have many financial responsibilities, and im paying my own way through University. That money will really help!

I am privileged that quarantine isn't going badly for me. My family gets along, I'm discovering new things to cook and bake, I get to sleep in, watch movies and play games. I have an Internet connection, I'm not bored and my home is habitable. Alhamdulillah Im really so thankful.

I am privileged that supermarkets, wet markets and provision shops are accessible. If I need specific things, I can go to the supermarket nearby to find what I need (even tho we do have hoarders). If I need general items, I can go to the shops under my block to get fresh produce.

I am privileged that nobody is racist towards me when I leave the house. I am privileged that my mental health is not compromised at such a time. I am privileged in so many ways. I am thankful. And I hope I never take it for granted.

During this time of panic, it's very easy to be discouraged and focus on all the things we are missing out on. And I admit, it is a troubling time for many. I think it's important that we recognise our privileges, and use them to help others.

We may not have it all, but undoubtedly, we have certain privileges over others. If you are affluent and you will be receiving aid, you might want to consider supporting another family with that money. If you have WiFi but your neighbours dont, you can share it so kids can do HBL

If you have a habitable home, think about those who don't. What can we do to help them? Help the homeless, migrant workers, the lower income living in poor conditions. Do research, follow campaigns, support causes.

If you are mentally and emotionally healthy, be available for those who aren't. For an anxious friend or a depressed family member. Od course, not the the point your own health is compromised, but just enough to help other get through.

If you have a lot of money and are bored, support local businesses, food delivery people, etc! Try new food, new gadgets, buy books to read, etc.

If you are not sick and your home is habitable, stay home, stay safe as much as you can to ensure that you don't become a carrier or contract the virus.

If you don't have these priveleges, you don't have to force yourself to feel good about life. Life sucks right now. It's normal to feel demotivated, it's okay that you aren't supporting others financially. Do what's right for you and once you're okay, we can help others together!

I plan to compile a list of all the ways we can help each other during these times but it might take time! In the meantime, financially, you can donate to your local food bank. Socially, you can check up on your friends.