MetaJess

PSA: covid cases are rising in Europe and UK atm (expected as lockdown eased) but death toll is NOT rising. Getting and even passing on Covid is NOT killing grandmas (however much they might personally want that). This is the perfect time for under 50s to get infected.

So what I’m saying is: stop worrying so much. Release your death grip on that panic attack you’ve been having for six months. Hug a friend. Go for coffee. It’s time to balance your personal wellbeing vs the collective good.

I've been a long term activist. Working collectively for a greater good for a long time. Burnout is a thing. I've seen people burn each other out trying to keep on top of that moral high ground, and they end up more broken, for longer, than a lingering viral load.

I agree that some people are overly anxious in some contexts, but just b’cos it’s emotionally convenient doesn’t mean you might not be almost directly killing someone as a result of your decisions. (Should everyone take personal responsibility for every possible result? Probs no)