Poles appreciate family ties and contact with people during pandemic

Pandemic and forced isolation have made us more appreciate the value of family and friendly ties, according to the Provident Barometer. After lifting the restrictions, most of us want to go back to our old habits. Almost half of the people declare that in the next three months they intend to meet with friends more often and regularly. Others are already planning holiday trips and overdue medical examinations.

"Most Poles, about 60 percent, indicate that they missed meeting family and friends the most. First, they felt loneliness and the desire to be among people," Karolina Łuczak, a spokeswoman for Provident Polska, said.

The Provident Barometer survey shows that the youngest missed the company the most - 66 percent persons under 25 years of age. Besides, 46 percent of people over 50 years of age also complain about longing for their close family or friends. The period of isolation meant that we appreciate our relationships and want to catch up. Almost half of the respondents declared that in the following months they want to meet friends more often and more regularly.

"We lacked people, but also space. On the other hand, people who were in the environment of the closest people all the time needed a way out, fresh breath, not to be in the same environment 24 hours a day," Karolina Łuczak pointed out.

Poles also complained about the lack of opportunities to spend their free time in the same way as they did before. They miss cultural attractions (42 percent), trips (nearly 37 percent), going to restaurants and clubs (34.5 percent) or sports activities (about 32 percent). They also lack the freedom to travel and the possibility of a direct and safe visit to the doctor.

(Newseria)