Mask off: Insecurity On.

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Hello everyone!

Welcome back <3

 The novel coronavirus pandemic came as a bolt out the blue. With schools, shops and public places closing down, fear had filled the air. At the beginning of the global crisis, we were all forced to adapt to a “new normal”. Online activities rose and masks became the new uniform.

However, 3 years down the road, with scientific advancement, we were able to reduce the spread of the virus, so much so that we've reached a 'mask optional' stage.

While this is a relieving fact for many, not so much for teenagers of this age. 
The reason: Insecurity.

This fact may sound dumb to most of you, it's a reality that people are insecure of having their masks off.

 Acne, puberty, social expectations and several other image conscious factors are a major contributor to this feeling. 
Many people were glad to be wearing masks to cover these features of theirs that they were embarrassed of; and finally having a valid excuse. It served as a blanket against societal expectations and "comments".

But, as we move towards eradicating this variant, it's not guaranteed that everyone would have to wear a mask compulsorily.  

This was simply just the problem.
Now, what's the solution?

2 things:

  • DON'T POINT IT OUT.
    Everyone looks different but that doesn't mean you get to comment negatively on it - especially if they're insecure about it. Do not criticise or make jokes about how someone looks post pandemic(and this is for all situations, not just the face)
    Just be a good human lol - it's really not that hard.
  • Secondly, take off your mask only if you're comfortable. It is not a compulsion and you still use Covid as a valid reason to keep it on.
That was it for today's post! Hope y'all enjoyed reading it. Don't forget to share and comment for more!

Signing off,
Kuhu :)

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