This thread may be a shocker coming from me. But I thought I would list some positives that came out of the pandemic :

- Very acceptable and common place to work from home. Before the pandemic, working from home was considered a luxury. Now it is common and standard

- Outdoor dining. You only saw outdoor dining in European cities. Now it is everywhere in Canada so Canadian cities (and American cities I would assume) look a little more European with the culture of outdoor dining being mainstream. It would be nice for this to continue after the pandemic as a nice choice since it is nice and enjoyable in warm weather

- Since many people are jobless, they do have more time on their hands to work on creative projects (this one is a bit of a stretch though)

This thread may be a shocker coming from me. But I thought I would list some positives that came out of the pandemic :

- Very acceptable and common place to work from home. Before the pandemic, working from home was considered a luxury. Now it is common and standard

- Outdoor dining. You only saw outdoor dining in European cities. Now it is everywhere in Canada so Canadian cities (and American cities I would assume) look a little more European with the culture of outdoor dining being mainstream. It would be nice for this to continue after the pandemic as a nice choice since it is nice and enjoyable in warm weather

- Since many people are jobless, they do have more time on their hands to work on creative projects (this one is a bit of a stretch though)

How about cutting your own hair?

How about cutting your own hair?

That's a negative. I still go to the barber even in the pandemic.

Definitely the third one you listed. Also, I'm still enjoying the relative solitude. Nobody expects me to meet them, at least, even though I leave the house for groceries.

For me: saving wear-and-tear on my car (including gas consumption) by being able to work from home, for the most part.

Working from home, not having to deal with traffic. Not having to be around people.

I’m an “essential worker” (trucking) so I had to go to work every day.

Not having to show your face in public

Not having to show your face in public



Working from home, not having to deal with traffic. Not having to be around people.


We seem to have a trend of people here who do not want to be around people or show their face in public, if they had their preference. Is this a generational thing or is it just the personal choice of a few people? I bring this up because there was a time this would have been thought of as "anti-social behavior", but I'm not sure if that's the case anymore.

We seem to have a trend of people here who do not want to be around people or show their face in public, if they had their preference. Is this a generational thing or is it just the personal choice of a few people? I bring this up because there was a time this would have been thought of as "anti-social behavior", but I'm not sure if that's the case anymore.


I'm just self conscious about my facial hair

I'm just self conscious about my facial hair


Because you have it or don't have it?

Because you have it or don't have it?


I have it and it's ugly and annoying to shave

We seem to have a trend of people here who do not want to be around people or show their face in public, if they had their preference. Is this a generational thing or is it just the personal choice of a few people? I bring this up because there was a time this would have been thought of as "anti-social behavior", but I'm not sure if that's the case anymore.


Like... anti-social in psychological terms? Or just layman's terms? I'd be worried if it was once thought of as anti-social in psychological terms, like I'd hope nobody is held prisoner to this day in a mental hospital because of it, is all I'm getting at.

For me, the reason is that I think if I were to go out more often, seeing more people than I currently do, it would grant the knowledge to me that Emohood has not grown in its members at all recently, leading me to become depressed.

I lost over 60 lbs in the past year. I'm certain it never would have happened had the pandemic not disrupted my life.

Like... anti-social in psychological terms? Or just layman's terms? I'd be worried if it was once thought of as anti-social in psychological terms, like I'd hope nobody is held prisoner to this day in a mental hospital because of it, is all I'm getting at.

For me, the reason is that I think if I were to go out more often, seeing more people than I currently do, it would grant the knowledge to me that Emohood has not grown in its members at all recently, leading me to become depressed.


Oh, I definitely meant in layman's terms.  Like the person who has no social skills because they have grown up spending all their time dealing with people through social media, etc, and not face to face. Having to interact with people directly can lead to social anxiety. That's why I wondered if it was a generational thing.  As old of a thing as it is now, I STILL can't get over how when I see a group of young people together, or, even worse, two people on a date, all they are doing is looking into their own phones. They aren't actually WITH each other at all.  The clinical definition of anti-social behavior is far more severe.

As for the emo thing, you can't reverse the current of time. It would be like if I let myself be bummed out because music isn't like it was in the 60s and 70s anymore. I'd be glum all the time! All you can do it carry it inside of you and carry on.

I lost over 60 lbs in the past year. I'm certain it never would have happened had the pandemic not disrupted my life.

I think I gained that much since the pandemic happened. All the gyms are closed now.

As for the emo thing, you can't reverse the current of time. It would be like if I let myself be bummed out because music isn't like it was in the 60s and 70s anymore. I'd be glum all the time! All you can do it carry it inside of you and carry on.


It wouldn't be so bad for me if I were straight. Maybe. I may be telling you something you already know, but when you can't even find someone desirable enough to lose your virginity to, let alone have anything long-term with them, it really screws with you, psychologically.

I've almost gotten framed by the po-po before, and even if it's true that other prisoners don't turn to newcomers to get their fix, with female guards available in many facilities, I figure some white is going to want to r4pe me anyway. JUST for the sake of it, to see what they can get away with. That's been the general pattern my life has fallen into.

I know all about being glum all the time because that's pretty much what 2017-19 were about for me.

That's a negative. I still go to the barber even in the pandemic.

I had to wait till my barber opened up for business.

Definitely the third one you listed. Also, I'm still enjoying the relative solitude. Nobody expects me to meet them, at least, even though I leave the house for groceries.

It's pretty quiet in my neighborhood, nobody comes to see us unless if it's of some importance.

Not having to show your face in public

And not having to go out either.

I think I gained that much since the pandemic happened. All the gyms are closed now.

When do you think they'll be opening up again?

We seem to have a trend of people here who do not want to be around people or show their face in public, if they had their preference. Is this a generational thing or is it just the personal choice of a few people? I bring this up because there was a time this would have been thought of as "anti-social behavior", but I'm not sure if that's the case anymore.


It's not generational at all. It's a personality trait as you have introverts and extroverts of all ages. I've just never been a social person, which may be labeled as "anti-social" by some. I also have anxiety so that doesn't help.

Oh, I definitely meant in layman's terms.  Like the person who has no social skills because they have grown up spending all their time dealing with people through social media, etc, and not face to face. Having to interact with people directly can lead to social anxiety. That's why I wondered if it was a generational thing.  As old of a thing as it is now, I STILL can't get over how when I see a group of young people together, or, even worse, two people on a date, all they are doing is looking into their own phones. They aren't actually WITH each other at all.  The clinical definition of anti-social behavior is far more severe.

As for the emo thing, you can't reverse the current of time. It would be like if I let myself be bummed out because music isn't like it was in the 60s and 70s anymore. I'd be glum all the time! All you can do it carry it inside of you and carry on.


I think it’s more “armchair antisocial” for lack of a better term. If you were truly antisocial you wouldn’t be online talking to people all day telling them you are that way. You would just be unplugged except for essentials. The true antisocial people you don’t hear about except through other people.

As time goes on, the world keeps getting crazier. More extremists of all sorts. Everyone has full access to be that way. In the past there were pockets of crazy in the world, now it’s almost everywhere. The result of that is more people choosing to conduct their lives without personal interaction, and now we have to technology to allow that. Covid was just the frosting on the cake and made it the in-thing.

If I was on a date, the phones stay away unless there’s some emergency call, or we are showing each other pictures. If she’s more interested in her Facebook than me then there won’t be a second date. Plenty of time for that when she gets home. I can’t just go out and pick up someone, no skills for that. I have to meet online initially then once theres shared interest, we meet and have plenty to talk about.

I grew up without much for social skills because of being essentially a dwarf kid for medical reasons, in a tiny town (pop 400) where I wouldn’t have initially fit in because I wasn’t Dutch and wasn’t related. Even when I finally grew to normal size and had a chance to be normal, I was already labeled, you can’t just start over with the same people you’ve been with every day for 10 years. Not like there was another clique to join. Our band only had wind instruments which I couldn’t do, if they offered strings I’d have played. Basketball was the only sport offered, no thanks. There were just no options but to be a loner and be happy with my life the way I made it. Which was different than everyone else because I had no incentive to play along with groups and follow trends together. I just did my own thing. Which is exactly what I do to this day.

This forum is the most interaction I have online. No social media accounts or anything else.

I think it’s more “armchair antisocial” for lack of a better term. If you were truly antisocial you wouldn’t be online talking to people all day telling them you are that way. You would just be unplugged except for essentials. The true antisocial people you don’t hear about except through other people.

As time goes on, the world keeps getting crazier. More extremists of all sorts. Everyone has full access to be that way. In the past there were pockets of crazy in the world, now it’s almost everywhere. The result of that is more people choosing to conduct their lives without personal interaction, and now we have to technology to allow that. Covid was just the frosting on the cake and made it the in-thing.

If I was on a date, the phones stay away unless there’s some emergency call, or we are showing each other pictures. If she’s more interested in her Facebook than me then there won’t be a second date. Plenty of time for that when she gets home. I can’t just go out and pick up someone, no skills for that. I have to meet online initially then once theres shared interest, we meet and have plenty to talk about.

I grew up without much for social skills because of being essentially a dwarf kid for medical reasons, in a tiny town (pop 400) where I wouldn’t have initially fit in because I wasn’t Dutch and wasn’t related. Even when I finally grew to normal size and had a chance to be normal, I was already labeled, you can’t just start over with the same people you’ve been with every day for 10 years. Not like there was another clique to join. Our band only had wind instruments which I couldn’t do, if they offered strings I’d have played. Basketball was the only sport offered, no thanks. There were just no options but to be a loner and be happy with my life the way I made it. Which was different than everyone else because I had no incentive to play along with groups and follow trends together. I just did my own thing. Which is exactly what I do to this day.

This forum is the most interaction I have online. No social media accounts or anything else.


I finally deactivated my Facebook because I it's become too toxic. Maybe that's why I feel like 2021 is much better. I still have Instagram as I like that much better. I like this site to express my thoughts and opinions, and City-Data (where it's mostly geographical places while this site is for times and pop culture, but also for general discussions similar to Reddit). Only the latter does have more mod censorship and can get as bad as FB sometimes.

When do you think they'll be opening up again?

It may depend on the region. Various regions have varying positivity rates of covid, with some having fewer cases per day than others. And when such facilities do open, there will be safety protocols in place, I'm sure.

I think it’s more “armchair antisocial” for lack of a better term. If you were truly antisocial you wouldn’t be online talking to people all day telling them you are that way. You would just be unplugged except for essentials. The true antisocial people you don’t hear about except through other people.

As time goes on, the world keeps getting crazier. More extremists of all sorts. Everyone has full access to be that way. In the past there were pockets of crazy in the world, now it’s almost everywhere. The result of that is more people choosing to conduct their lives without personal interaction, and now we have to technology to allow that. Covid was just the frosting on the cake and made it the in-thing.

If I was on a date, the phones stay away unless there’s some emergency call, or we are showing each other pictures. If she’s more interested in her Facebook than me then there won’t be a second date. Plenty of time for that when she gets home. I can’t just go out and pick up someone, no skills for that. I have to meet online initially then once theres shared interest, we meet and have plenty to talk about.

I grew up without much for social skills because of being essentially a dwarf kid for medical reasons, in a tiny town (pop 400) where I wouldn’t have initially fit in because I wasn’t Dutch and wasn’t related. Even when I finally grew to normal size and had a chance to be normal, I was already labeled, you can’t just start over with the same people you’ve been with every day for 10 years. Not like there was another clique to join. Our band only had wind instruments which I couldn’t do, if they offered strings I’d have played. Basketball was the only sport offered, no thanks. There were just no options but to be a loner and be happy with my life the way I made it. Which was different than everyone else because I had no incentive to play along with groups and follow trends together. I just did my own thing. Which is exactly what I do to this day.

This forum is the most interaction I have online. No social media accounts or anything else.

So you like face to face conversations? I agree that if a woman was on her Facebook rather than to be with me, then she doesn't deserve a second date.

I finally deactivated my Facebook because I it's become too toxic. Maybe that's why I feel like 2021 is much better. I still have Instagram as I like that much better. I like this site to express my thoughts and opinions, and City-Data (where it's mostly geographical places while this site is for times and pop culture, but also for general discussions similar to Reddit). Only the latter does have more mod censorship and can get as bad as FB sometimes.


It’s not just Facebook. There are other boards (like InThe00s although we don’t have this problem) where members hurl insults and name calling of fellow board members and others, with impunity.

Sad… makes you wonder how some people were raised.

You do that kind of stuff here and you get banned and a farewell thread (sometimes).

So you like face to face conversations? I agree that if a woman was on her Facebook rather than to be with me, then she doesn't deserve a second date.


Yes, with one person at a time, and with a meaningful or central focus. It can be really great that way. The whole mingle and small talk thing I’m not good at and don’t even like doing.

Yes, with one person at a time, and with a meaningful or central focus. It can be really great that way. The whole mingle and small talk thing I’m not good at and don’t even like doing.

That's how I work with people sometimes, one person.

With many people out of work, or stuck at home. Many a person has discovered a hidden talent, or even started up an online business.

With many people out of work, or stuck at home. Many a person has discovered a hidden talent, or even started up an online business.

Exactly.

How about cutting your own hair?
I am confident to have my haircut by someone who has started cutting hair to cope with the closure of barbers over the pandemic.

I am confident to have my haircut by someone who has started cutting hair to cope with the closure of barbers over the pandemic.

Was it someone in your family?  ???

Was it someone in your family?  ???
Yes, I have to admit, one of my family bubble.

With many people out of work, or stuck at home. Many a person has discovered a hidden talent, or even started up an online business.

Exactly.

Yeah... that's certainly noteworthy. O0

If you’re in the market to sell your house, there couldn’t be a better time to get top dollar. House prices were out of reach before the pandemic, now they’re out of sight. Houses sell in hours for well over asking price, that is if they don’t get snapped up before they’re even listed. If I was selling I could easily double my money on this place, but no way I’m letting this place go.

If you’re looking to buy, it’s completely hopeless. It’s not a fair playing field anymore with the work from home acceptance. People with big city incomes can now buy up everything in lower cost rural areas, leaving would-be local workers no choice but to leave. Locals trying to finance can’t do it because banks won’t loan more than the house is appraised for and it also takes time, meanwhile cash bidding wars are happening.

For me as soon as I knew that I would have to shield at the start of the pandemic, I restart on the novel I was writing several years back, but had to stop due to lack of inspiration. In the meantime, I has been other work on building up a database?

My Family And I started to order in our meals and order from Doordash, Grubhub and other apps that were available.

I was just talking to someone in the office the other day about how we were spoiled during the pandemic/working from home. Not having to wake up early and deal with traffic, and again driving home after a hard day at work, and dealing with people's attitudes and personality. The transition of getting people back in the office hasn't been smooth, and it's about to get worse. My company has always had a toxic culture, and I wouldn't be surprised to have incidents of physical fights. I'm really close to just walking out of the job, and won't be the first time I felt this way, but it's risky with the current job market. This is kind of a stretch but you know it's bad when you look back at 2020 and think it was better and start missing it. While living through 2020 it seemed the only way to go was up from there, but some people might be in for a disappointment.

Ordering in meals from home instead of having to go out and eating in there.

Ordering in meals from home instead of having to go out and eating in there.

Yeah but you could've done that before the pandemic as well.

My husband is working from home instead of his weekly commute 3 hours north.

Zooming with friends and family.

Zooming with friends and family.
Not a positive for me, my computer has no microphone.

Not a positive for me, my computer has no microphone.

My Father zooms with friends and family all the time.

Not a positive for me, my computer has no microphone.


More of a positive than you think.  ;D  ;D

More of a positive than you think.  ;D  ;D
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Who’s Zooming Who?

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Who’s Zooming Who?
"Zoom" by Fat Larry's Band?

I would say the pandemic and lockdown made people appreciate little things more, and made some people a bit more health conscious. Maybe even taking up new hobbies, or reconnecting with old friends.

I would say the pandemic and lockdown made people appreciate little things more, and made some people a bit more health conscious. Maybe even taking up new hobbies, or reconnecting with old friends.


People are washing their hands more often, probably more often than usual.

I find that I am communicating with family and friends now.

People are washing their hands more often, probably more often than usual.


More than before the pandemic. To me, that's a good thing.

I would say the pandemic and lockdown made people appreciate little things more, and made some people a bit more health conscious.

Those are some great points. O0 I for one started to do this.

Those are some great points. O0 I for one started to do this.

People are continuing to avoid people's spaces like not getting in their faces a lot.