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We need to talk

In this series, our writers explore ways to communicate and stay connected to friends, partners and colleagues during a pandemic 

6 October 2020

  • Virtual meetings

    Stand up when you talk, take a virtual tea break: how to bond with workmates during the pandemic

    It’s easy to feel isolated when everyone is working from home – but you really can turn colleagues into friends. Here are some expert tips
  • Cuddling illustration

    Divvy up chores fairly, keep arguments single-issue: how to survive being cooped up with your partner

    Lockdown and working from home can put stress on relationships, but the new normal could provide opportunities for positive changes – if we are thoughtful
  • ‘Being at home more has reduced the potential for new connections we once would have made in the workplace.’

    Beware the ‘liking gap’, write a letter: how to keep friends close through the pandemic

    Zoom fatigue, cancelled visits and limits on gatherings can all make it feel like our friends are drifting away. But with a few expert tips it’s easy to rekindle close connections
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