The Pandemic Has Made Me a Grouchy Loner

I’m not sure I want to change

Positivity — the quality or state of being positive. Image by the author, Elin Melaas.

I have a confession to make.

I strongly suspect the pandemic has turned me into a grouchy loner.

Pre covid, I was a relatively civilized human being. I used to smile, agree with people, and be supportive. I happened to be good at small talk. Acting as I cared about endless hogwash, I was a…