The new “normal” life in Norway and Summer 2020. A nova vida “normal” na Noruega e as férias de julho.
We have gone through many changes since the lockdown was implemented in Norway, in March 12th. At first, it was a shock. This invisible enemy made us act weird. I had panic when I needed to do grocery shopping. Then my husband got in charge for such errands. It’s been almost three months and we […]
20 friends, 50 people in a public event, full school reopening. Comments on the Norwegian government’s announcement today.
Norwegian tv has just aired Prime Minister and members of Health, Education, Culture and Sports sectors’ speech. Our prime minister Erna Solberg has thanked all population for following strictly the safety rules to avoid spreading of Corona virus. Because of the low rate of sick people with Covid-19, the government believes that Norwegian society is […]
Can my child play with a friend during quarantine? How should we behave outdoors? Norwegian authorities’ recommendations.
We’re living weird times. Covid-19 Pandemic demands social isolation on all population. There’s special concern about the effects of social isolation on children. With regard to children’s need to play with other children, the Norwegian authorities have written recommendations about playtime for children and teenagers: Each child can have 1 or 2 children to play […]
How Norwegians are using creativity and kindness to face Corona lockdown so far.
National volunteering, or Nasjonal Dugnad is how it’s been called now. Norwegians are very engaged in making this quarantine work so that we can prevent Corona virus from spreading so fast. After the first shock with announcement of the lockdown on March 12th, most citizens are now being positive and creative to make home office […]
Can Corona virus cause divorce boom in Norway? Here are some relationship survival tips.
Some Norwegian psychologists are beginning to wonder what effects the lockdown can do to marriages. Statistics show that in China, the number of divorces has increased drastically after Corona quarantine. It’s more common among young impulsive couples. Some of them regret after filling for divorce. Living with someone has its challenges. Now during quarantine, we […]
Are you stressed because of quarantine? The new home office + home school and the side effects.
The lockdown is something new to our society. Voluntary quarantine is necessary to stop Corona virus from spreading fast. Now, a week after the lockdown has been implemented in Norway and many other countries, some side effects have come out. Home office seems to be a good idea so that people don’t lose their jobs […]
Why quarantine due to Corona virus may work in Norway.
Norwegian authorities have been very clear to explain that the biggest issue about Corona virus is not the mortality rates. It’s how fast it spreads. Any hospital can collapse if too many sick people need treatment at the same time. It means shortage of doctors, nurses and equipment. It also means other treatments and surgeries […]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Norway.
One of the things I like the most about the Norwegian Winter is Christmas time. There’s so much to enjoy and to do. Preparing for Christmas is a mood booster for me. This year, due to Corona pandemic, it seems like Norwegians have begun to decorate their houses a little earlier and with more enthusiasm. […]