Firstly, I don't mean any offence to anyone who has lost this year. This is my own personal views of 2020. Maybe, some people will be able to see the positive side to 2020.

Secondly, I'm 33, I haved suffered from social anxiety and depression for at least 20 years.  I live on my own with most my friends now with kids. I got left behind. 

This might not be the best place to write this but I just felt the need to tell someone how much better I am dealing with my mental issues this year. 

Everything has improved for me
1. Working from home - I now have an extra 40mins sleep and 40mins being able to cleanup everyday. I am also able to go for a 45 min walk every lunch time. My lunches are healthy and fresh. I can't believe how much eating and walking can change your mind! Not only that, but I also don't have to deal with people face to face everyday. The money I save on petrol, has gone into things I enjoy.
 
I'm more relaxed, healthier and awake. 

2. No social gatherings - No annoying weddings or christening. Xmas got cancelled for all. I no longer feel lonely for not being invited to events - because there isn't any. This has helped my mind so much. I no longer have to worry about it

I'm less worried and don't feel bad after social interactions

3. Holidays - Due to restrictions, I went on hiking/camping this year locally. And it was fantastic. Exercise based, but also sat by q fire under the stars, out in nature. I made an adventure out of a bad situation

I didn't feel like the only one on his own. It felt normal. 

4. Dating - This is better than ever. I can meet women for walks. No longer sat face to face in a bar or dressed to please. Talk and walk. The date is over when you finish the walk. No awkward hellos or byes (socially distance). 

5. Everyone else is struggling - For once I'm not alone. I'm the veteran of being alone. I am no longer the only one suffering. I'm the expert. Most years, people feel sorry for me, living alone. But now the tables have turned. I'm more worried about them. 

This has boosted my confidence. 

6. Furlough gave me 3 weeks extra paid leave.

Bonus

7. Weight - I'm now losing weight because of all the above. I don't feel the need to comfort eat and I have more time to exercise. 


Being an introvert - this is my year. Fu normal loud people who need to socialise and look down on others. I'm the king this year

Again, no offence to anyone. And I understand some people don't have the luxuries I have. But for once, i feel its ok to be selfish that I've worked hard for the past 25 years, educated myself and I'm in this position. 2020 was the 1st and only year on my side.