Xu Xiaolan in Shenzhen: at first I was anxious & full of anger but I've learnt to be more optimistic
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- Le 10 avril 2020
How was the situation managed in Shenzhen?
In Shenzhen we've been back at work for a few weeks now. People around us are still wearing masks, and, in my opinion, we have to some extent got the situation under control. To a point we have conquered coronavirus.
What measures do you think worked the best?
Staying at home is the best way to avoid infection. When it’s necessary to go outside, to buy supplies or to get a breath of fresh air, it's good to wear masks and gloves but also to try not to go to crowded places or meet friends and family face to face. When you get back home, remember to wash your hands with soap and put your clothes by an open window to let the air circulate. Plus, prepare some medication for fever or cold, if you don’t feel well, take some pills and drink a lot of hot water firstly. Only go to hospital when it’s really serious.
How did you keep in touch with your family and friends during confinement?
Internet is best way for us to talk to our family and friends, we could chat with wechat or other apps. It's very important to keep in touch, because talking to our family will make us more calm.
What advice would you give to fellow alumni in France who are coming to the end of their fourth week of confinement?
I hope fellow alumni don't underestimate this virus or take any unecessary risks. It’s not deadly disease, but the more people get sick, the more others will get contaminated. It's not only the elderly who get sick, middle-aged healthy people get infected too. If you catch the virus, you risk passing it on to others.
What did you learn about yourself during this period?
I was anxious and full of anger at first during confinement, I was afraid of losing my job or getting infected, but as time went on, I started to realise that I focused too much on daily news about coronavirus, about bad news. When I switched off the news for a few days, I felt better and started to use the time I had to learn some online course. I've learnt to be optimistic about life but also be prepared for the worst.
Are there any new habits that you gained during your confinement that you will continue to use?
I definitely didn't learn know how to cook, but thanks to internet, I could get all my food online. I guess I didn't gain any good habits but I now will have to start watching my weight!
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