In the long run… The pandemic may actually end up IMPROVING our lives in some way form or fashion… I ran across a few good changes that some of us have made… That might be permanent…
1. More work-from-home jobs. COVID forced companies to figure out how to handle remote workers. So there's a good chance you'll see a lot more of those jobs out there, long after the pandemic ends.
2. Watching new movies at home… Of course, theaters won't go away… But movies might hit on-demand earlier. And releasing them in theaters and on-demand at the same time might happen more.
3. Having groceries delivered. Which is a lot more popular now than it was pre-COVID. Alcohol delivery has also boomed.
4. Telehealth and teletherapy. It's cheaper, and they can see more patients. So talking to doctors and therapists online before you see them in person might become the new norm.
5. More outdoor dining options. Restaurants have had to invest in ways to serve people outside. And a lot of those outdoor areas will stay.