An Exhausted Society
I am reflecting on the gloom and exhaustion that linger in society. Exhaustion happens quietly, hidden in people's efforts to rise again. We want to be empowered again, to be in control of the situation as before.
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A quiet atmosphere during the implementation of social restrictions on Jalan Thamrin, Central Jakarta, Saturday (11/4/2020).
We are living our lives in a state of exhaustion during the pandemic. Our breaths come short when obstacles appear one after another. Exhaustion hangs in the frown of every person who thinks about a future that is still unclear. Without any pause to consider our abilities, we are being forced to change rapidly in order to adapt to this confusing situation.
I am reflecting on the gloom and exhaustion that linger in society. Exhaustion happens quietly, hidden in people's efforts to rise again. We want to be empowered again, to be in control of the situation as before. However, things will never be the same as they were previously. This virus has rearranged society to its cultural joints.