Work Those Boundaries

How are you holding up? ❤ After having my kids home sick (just colds) the past two days I had a nuanced realization about the whole pandemic fatigue thing.

Given what we have learned since last March + the fact that I am vaccinated (thank you, scientists), I'm not scared of getting COVID per se. We are in a different place compared to this time last year, pre-vaccines, with the legitimate, deep fear about getting sick....though I imagine it probably kind of feels the same if you are waiting in long testing lines again. Oh what life would be like if everyone could get on board with the school project.

Anyway, I realized yesterday that I don't feel fatigue from the fear of getting sick -- cold, COVID, or otherwise, IF IT IS MY DOING. For example, if I run myself to the ground and get sick as a result, that's my fault. Or if I deviate from my highly cautious nature and get COVID, that's on me.

Where I palpably, deeply feel the exhaustion is dealing with the prospect of getting sick based on other people's decision making or lack of disclosure. Because it is very clear that everyone's definition of "safe" varies wildly and, well, people aren't always the most upfront about their behavior.

So all I can say is continue to work those boundaries. Do what is right and comfortable for you. ❤