It’s ‘Physical Distancing’ not ‘Social Distancing’
“Words create world inside us. Choose them wisely.” Almost all of us unconsciously have been using, and repeating, the phrase “social distancing” as a new normal for survival in the current COVID19 era. However, this word is inappropriate and has the potential to cause more harm than good. It was intended to be “Physical Distancing” of 6 feet, but we ended up living, or making others live, in isolation. This un-intentional mistake is playing havoc with mental health and emotional well being. Loneliness is setting in, leading to depression, panic attacks and anxiety disorders. Appropriate use of words can help us to choose our behavior wisely. We don’t need to socially separate from our family, friends and society. We just need to maintain ‘physical distancing’ and take certain precautions so that we don’t get sick. Thanks to technology and social media, we are living in times where it is possible to stay connected despite physical distance and geographical boundaries. During t...