How Strict Are You With Social Distancing?

[Dani314]

Just curious how everyone is going about it. I know a lot states are going to be entering Phase 2 soon. I’m honestly just tired of being scared. I’ve been laid off since April 7th. April 8th, I went into the office to pack up my desk and I haven’t entered a business since then. I do grocery pick up or drive thru. I understand the severity of the virus and so I think I have every reason to feel scared, but it’s exhausting! Just last week, I finally got out of the house and visited a co-worker. I was nervous entering her home, but it was so nice and natural to be communicating face to face with her again. But because of the same paranoia, I immediately showered when I got home. Last Friday I visited another friend and did the same. It’s a frustrating feeling really. I see folks on social media having parties, cookouts, get togethers etc and I’m jealous. Idk, just a funny space to be in yet indescribable. Tonight, I picked up my friends daughter for her at a half way mark between here and her stepmoms. The daughter went on vacation with her stepmom, sisters etc. After I volunteered to pick her up, it dawned on me that I’d be confined in a car with her for over an hour after she’s been around a lot of people over the weekend. I had my mask, but couldn’t bring myself to wear it, so I knew I was risking myself to possible exposure. I’m quarantined with my parents and my mom has been asking if I’ve worn my mask after I’ve come home (the 3 times I’ve met with friends) and at this point, if I’m gonna be asked that every single time, I might as well stay at home until breaking news of Covid disappearing comes about
Also will say, I know to each their own, but was just curious on everyone else’s stance. Think at this juncture we all know we risk it stepping out the door and we have to do what’s best for us.

 

[pigletliz]

I know several people who have had it ( various states), so I don't consider it paranoia or fear, just trying to safely do my part. Wearing a mask or staying 6 feet apart is easy enough to do.

 

[superme80]

I only do social distancing at stores. I respect the 6 ft and try to not go down aisles other people are down. I do hang out with friends and family. A lot of the time is spent outside, so I am getting pretty dark.

 

[gopack]

I am still social distancing in grocery stores etc (which I still try to avoid as much as possible), basically when I am around strangers. However, I have loosened up on social distancing with close friends/family. I know someone could have it and not know it but so could I.

If I were living with my elderly parents I would definitely be more cautious like the OP. But I get it, at some point the fear is exhausting. and frustrating.

 

[PaulaSB12]

Do social distancing when I can, not so easy to do that at work especially as someone I worked with closely has now positive for covid

 

[wildride]

I am still social distancing & masking. Just hearing the news that the states that pretty much have opened nearly fully now have a major uptick in Covid. Florida, Georgia, Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, Mississippi, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio, California and Arizona - really is worth your life or infecting loved ones to get a tan or haircut. Very very selfish to me.

If you have to work, as do I & DH, that is one thing but just because you are bored.

 

[Christine]

I'm still social distancing and masking. I do go out to the grocery story and the odd run to Target or some other store like that. Always with a mask. I don't do things like gather with acquaintances in enclosed spaces. My kids do come over once a week but only if they've been pretty much alone. Two weeks ago, my daughter did have a visit with her friend who is a nurse in a hospital so my daughter decided she would not come visit me for 2 weeks just in case.

We aren't elderly (yet) or unhealthy (mid 50s no risk factors) but we are still in that demographic that is more inclined to have trouble with the virus.

OP, in your case I probably wouldn't have done the car ride. I agree that that was your riskiest exposure due to the prolonged contact in a confined space. If it was just you, then whatever, but since you are living with your parents and they seem concerned, I think you need to be more cautious than most people. I know it's hard and boring and if you're an extrovert, then it's even worse.

 

[lilypgirl]

I social distance in stores but do not wear a mask unless it is mandatory.

 

[Nayan]

I wear a mask when I do my shopping and try to stay 6 ft away from others (I can only control my behavior not others).

 

[Jennasis]

Mask on in public. My social distance-fu is strong. I'm not scared....I'm smart. Plus its like playing tag and everyone else is "it"!

 

[Southernmiss]

I am still social distancing & masking. Just hearing the news that the states that pretty much have opened nearly fully now have a major uptick in Covid. Florida, Georgia, Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, Mississippi, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio, California and Arizona - really is worth your life or infecting loved ones to get a tan or haircut. Very very selfish to me.

If you have to work, as do I & DH, that is one thing but just because you are bored.

There are pockets of Counties in Mississippi with an uptick and several counties without an uptick. Same as the other states you listed. Takes 6 hours to travel from South Mississippi to North Mississippi. Lots of communities in between with various social distancing practices in those communities.

Our governor's report yesterday said there was a person with C19 who attended a funeral and now there are many new cases in that area, but did not state where.

Yes, my household is still taking precautions, and social distancing. Most things are open for those who choose to partake.

We are curious if cases will go up next week as casinos opened with social distancing and we did have tourists on our beaches for Memorial day weekend.

Hospitals are not overwhelmed and even daughters doctor yesterday said getting out was ok as long as she's following social distancing- masks, distance, hand sanitizer, hand washing, etc.

 

[pxidst119]

I’m still social distancing, wearing a mask when I’m out etc. I sometimes feel like I’m taking it too seriously but to me nothing has changed. Virus is still spreading and even though we know more about it, there are still a lot of unknowns. We are getting together with a few friends outside, distanced, bring your own everything. Happy to function in the guidelines vs being stuck at home. Most of my friends and family are also continuing to follow the guidelines but have been getting more relaxed about it as things open up and they feel things must be safer. Watching others do more makes me feel like I’m crazy but I feel like I can give it all a little more time to wait and see how things go. I’m letting the kids see their friends more. I’m actually surprised to see them all socially distanced. I’m sure it’s not 100% perfect but they are spread out on the beach at the lake etc. My DD said she didn’t give up all this time and graduation for nothing and she wants to help stop the spread ASAP.

 

[tvguy]

I always social distance. I wear a mask when out at the grocery store, picking up take out food, going to the gas station, or auto repair place. I carry and use hand sanitizer and I wash my hands.
I am working from home, whereas my wife is having to report to work every day. I don't see what the controversy is over wearing a mask. Just common sense to protect yourself and those around you. I've been wearing a seat belt in a car for 46 years and never needed it, but if one time I didn't and I crashed, I could get hurt or killed,

 

[kimblebee]

Definitely still social distancing. My husband and I are going on a date to Walmart tomorrow () and although I’m not crazy about wearing a mask (makes me feel claustrophobic) I will wear it if I need to.

We’re down to 16 or 12 active cases in our province so I’ll do my part to get it down to zero as quickly and safely as possible.

 

[lynxstch]

I am still social distancing & masking. Just hearing the news that the states that pretty much have opened nearly fully now have a major uptick in Covid. Florida, Georgia, Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, Mississippi, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ohio, California and Arizona - really is worth your life or infecting loved ones to get a tan or haircut. Very very selfish to me.

If you have to work, as do I & DH, that is one thing but just because you are bored.

Just so you know..MD has NOT fully opened. I live here..and we have barely started phase 2

 

[MamaLema]

I am masking and social distancing. I only go maskless when I’m on a walk, and people in my area barely see you approaching and dart across the street so I feel very safe doing neighborhood walks.

 

[Wendy1985]

I understand the importance however I would rather die early then not live at all

 

[tileman]

I work construction it’s hard to stay 6 feet from workers
I do respect the 6 foot distance in stores and at church but if a friend walks up I’m not running the other way.

 

[mamamary]

Just so you know..MD has NOT fully opened. I live here..and we have barely started phase 2

I was just going to say this. I know my college daughter has a part time job in a small retail store and they haven't even opened yet. There are still many places that can re-open that still haven't yet.

To answer the question I am wearing a mask and not seeing relatives or hardly anyone. I have been around my neighbor for a few minutes twice. My DH and son are also not around anyone. I do grocery shop more often than I was a few weeks ago. Once the stay at home was lifted my daughter started seeing her bf again and a few friends.

 

[kymom99]

We have relaxed a bit but still following the guidelines. What angers me is when people say they are “over it.” I wonder if they realize how selfish they sound.