Since November 1, Korea has begun a three-stage lifting of restrictions. Steam rooms in saunas have already reopened; today I even went to a jjimjilbang… up to two people can enter a steam room, you have to keep a distance of two meters, masks are mandatory, and you can stay for up to 20 minutes (10 is enough for me — like a smoked sausage, then splash into the cold pool… 🤗😆) I really missed the bathhouse! And the masks don’t get in the way… )
In sikdangs (eateries), it used to be possible for up to three people to eat at one table. After 6 p.m., I think it was up to two people. Today I was at a sikdang, and there were two large groups sitting there: six people at one table (a family), and I think nine at another (baseball players).
QR scanners have been installed at the entrances. An individual QR code shows the vaccination date. Those who are not vaccinated need to show proof of a negative coronavirus test (up to two weeks from the last test, if I’m not mistaken).
Despite the lifting of the main strict restrictions, masks in public places and distancing where possible will remain mandatory.
Koreans understand that it won’t be possible to completely defeat the coronavirus in the near future. People need to learn to adapt. If infections can be kept within manageable limits, hospitals will be able to cope, while the economy can recover quickly.
The best weapon against coronavirus is social responsibility. Even before vaccination, daily infections were below 10–15 people across all of Korea at times. The vaccine seems to reduce vigilance and create an illusion of 100% protection. So even if you’re vaccinated, stay alert. Wear a mask, keep your distance, wash your hands after being outside (use sanitizer when away from home), and so on. And it’s also very important to always stay in a good mood! 😁 Nobody canceled tasty food and spending time with friends ) everything will be fine! 🤗🌼🌟
P.S. I saw some scenes on Korean TV: “I wear a mask because I care about you, I keep my distance so I don’t put you in danger…” I like that approach… the opposite effect is: “I trust you, so I’ll take off my mask, hold my hand, let’s hug…” that’s a fail 😅 then the scene continues… both are lying in a hospital room arguing with each other… “you infected me…” “no, you infected me, you jerk…” 😁 of course it’s a joke, but every joke has some truth in it ) Take care of yourselves! Stay vigilant. And keep a good mood in your heart! It has been scientifically proven that when we’re in a good mood our immune system is stronger! 😊✊🏻
This text was translated from the original Russian version, so some wording or details may be inaccurate.
