Post-Pandamic Care Reentry

Dawn S • September 2, 2021

West Niagara Is Now Open With Proper COVID-19 Protocols In Place

 

After approximately a year and a half, the time has arrived. Whether it’s work, school, a shopping trip, or an appointment, the population is shifting back to an in-person world over the virtual world that was pandemic living. Normalcy is trying to reign again but hesitancy seems to be in the forefront. The world changed when the World Health Organization, (WHO), announced the Global Pandemic. Most Canadians pivoted to the virtual world quickly and with great efficiency. The thought the change would only be for a couple of weeks, then the thinking was the change would be for a couple of months, but the reality morphed into eighteen to twenty months. Now is the time to take care of yourself self again. The team at West Niagara Chiropractic and Wellness Centre will help you in your return.

 

Most people had the thought of working and living virtually on their wish list. It did take place but now the world is opening again out of necessity and reentry to the so-called old world of in-person living is happening with trepidations and anxieties. Socialization has changed post-pandemic. People are thinking twice about attending events, spending time with their loved ones, and having discussions with their peers and managers about reentry to work. Most people stayed at home and if they socialized it was virtually. Nervousness and social anxiety are not uncommon in these days of post-pandemic reentry. It’s time to take a holistic approach to look after your well-being. The team at Niagara Chiropractic has members on their team who will help you achieve a balance in your body, mind, and social environment while you’re dealing with your reentry.

 

Nervousness and social anxiety are now happening as reentry is taking place. Those who were confident in most types of social situations are learning to be around co-workers, friends, and family who are also navigating this post-pandemic reality. It’s not a matter of entering a room and acting like the world hasn’t changed because it has changed. There will be an adjustment period. It seems that adjusting in this post-pandemic world is a real issue and people are trying to find their comfort level which mainly involves situations like being in the same space as others.

 

Normal activities such as restaurant dining and returning to the office are causing angst and anxiety much to the surprise of those who were longing for normalcy to return to their lives. The population with anxieties, and those without, are venturing into the outside world while mimicking the act of dipping their toes in the water. People are testing their comfort level in deciding where to go, who to trust, and what can be personally tolerated. Mask wearing, and vaccination mandates in a group setting are at the forefront of the minds of those dealing with post-pandemic anxiety. There may be some people who feel guilty that they made it through the pandemic relatively unscathed while others did not. That will add to post-pandemic anxiety much like a survivor’s guilt would.

 

The world is now transitioning carefully to this post-pandemic state of mind. Each person is dealing with it differently but everyone is thinking about their post-pandemic reentry. Now is the time to listen to your body. West Niagara Chiropractic and Wellness Centre will assist you in improving your quality of life as you deal with your reentry. They know that each person is different and will formulate a plan catered to you and you alone.

 

Their office in Grimsby is now open and taking appointments to help you with your post-pandemic entry. Reach out at 905-945-3730.

 

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