By: San Kim
People might think Covid-19 has just affected individuals and their families. But the truth is that it has influenced nature, government, and countless other aspects of life that people often overlook. As we move through 2025, the coronavirus still lurks in the background, and its aftermath can be felt across the our planet.
This raises important questions: Will COVID-19 lead us into another disaster similar to what we experienced before? Will world leaders respond differently this time with what they experienced few years ago? It my seemed stabled now, but in reality, it may not be. No body knows the future, the truth.
As we navigate this evolving reality, it’s essential to reflect on the changes that have taken place. The pandemic has sparked shifts in how we interact with our environment, lifes, and from increased awareness of wildlife conservation to the impact of human activity on climate change. Nowadays and in the past, citizens are more engaged in avoiding their health and well-being, pushing for policies that prioritize public health and environmental sustainability.
Moreover, the economic fallout from the pandemic has heightened awareness of social inequalities and the weakness within our societies. Communities have come together in unprecedented ways, supporting one another, but the long and big effects of the crisis have also deepened divides.
In addition, during the pandemic, many people lost their jobs, and still, some didn’t get their new jobs. Because of a virus named COVID-19, it made, it caused our people’s jobs, families, and even education. A huge amount of people missed their big parts of education. Some of them lost their golden time to success. We can’t measure how they felt, how painful they were. We couldn’t trust anybody, our family or myself/individual was the priority at that time.
The question remains: will we be able to come together to forge a stronger, more resilient world?
It’s essential to consider the lessons learned from this global experience. Will nations invest more in health infrastructure and preparedness, ensuring that we are better equipped to handle future pandemics? Will people shift their priorities toward community well-being and the health of the planet, rather than solely focusing on economic growth?
These questions are not just philosophical, they represent the crossroads at which we find ourselves. The path we choose now will shape not only our immediate recovery but also the future of our societies and the planet. As we reflect on the scars left by COVID-19, we must also find hope in the potential for change and evolution. Will humanity rise to the occasion, creating a more equitable and sustainable future, or will we repeat the mistakes of the past? The answers lie in our collective actions and determination in the years to come.