Hold on. Before you all lop my head off for that headline let me assure you that I endorse—in fact avidly encourage—wearing a mask and taking a few steps back for however long this pandemic lasts.
But here’s the thing: That’s not social distancing; it’s physical distancing. The last thing anyone needs these days is to feel socially isolated and distant. We need to feel closer and more connected than ever before. My argument is with the phrase, not the practice. Words matter.
So, more social interaction please. More open communication please. More positive reinforcement please.
Just back up a few feet…
Am I wrong?
P.S. Lucky me to have illustrator, cartoonist and animator extraordinaire nearby to make my post more visual. I encourage you to check out his site, www.MARTOONS..com