what this pandemic has taught me / should teach us all: thread

1- most of our governments and systems are unsustainable. they neglect too many people, and crack under pressure. already neglected marginalised and indigenous groups get hit the hardest.

2- individuals, especially from a lower socioeconomic background, need to stop being used as scapegoats in quest to save the environment. it's unrealistic, sociopathic, and mostly futile. speak up against governments and corporations who are the real problem

3- multi-million or billion dollar companies who cannot support their employees in a crisis do not deserve a cent of our money and need to be boycotted into bankruptcy

4- people look for crazy theories to explain the unknown. for support. to belong. to find something to blame. this is not a new concept. some of these beliefs are rooted in intolerance and hatred, and are usually already present and exacerbated in a state of panic.

5- we are social beings through and through. form good connections. spend time with people who make you happy. cherish moments with others. look out for people who are isolated or lonely.

6- we can reduce the amount of people being lugged into built-up cities on congested roads and trains; forcing people to make mentally, physically and time exhausting commutes. if your employees can work from home, they should be able to work from home.

7- protection for people who rent. support for people who live in abusive, violent or unbearable housing situations.

8- my idea of what is a necessity was completely skewed. i also realised how much money i was spending stuff that added no value to my life.