Thanks to those who responded and said that my depression is not a side effect but related to the fear of reentry to society and that really nothing has changed about masks, etc. I also realized that I actually enjoyed not having the pressure to engage with others but spending time with myself. During the past year I built an alternate reality with solitary pastimes like jigsaw puzzles, pet and plant care, etc. A bit like being in a prison without the social challenges...I don’t know what to do first with my new found freedom and will spend some time just walking as the weather improves. Living in northern New England does rationalize hibernation and like a Bear it’s time for me to wake up. I’m feeling better from the comments and the self reflection. Thanks.

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