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We thought we were ready. We were in fact quite excited for all of this to be over, white-knuckling it until we could run outside and hug everyone we saw. But as freedom comes nearer, we\u2019re less sure we want things to go back to how they used to be.\nWhy is that? This reticence feels like it might go beyond issues of measuring risk. If a Fauci godmother showed up right now to wave her wand and magically declare the world to be fully safe, some of us would probably still stay cozy under our blankets. As it turns out, we've grown accustomed to our Zooms.\nSo what are the things making us feel less than ready for a return to the world? And are some of the things we're dreading a return to things we don't *have* to resume at all?\nHere are links to some other writing on the topic that we mention in this episode:\nAdam Grant for The New York Times : There\u2019s a Name for the Blah You\u2019re Feeling: It\u2019s Called Languishing\nChristine Koh for Washington Post: The pandemic has caused parents to slow down. Here\u2019s how to preserve that pace.\nSteven Petrow for Washington Post: I\u2019m vaccinated, but I\u2019m really not ready to leave my pandemic cocoon\n\nSpecial thanks to this month's sponsors:\xa0\xa0\nJane.com\xa0is a boutique marketplace featuring the latest in women\u2019s fashion, accessories, home decor, children\u2019s clothing, and more. You will not believe the prices!\xa0Visit\xa0jane.com/laughing.\nParade makes creative underwear and bralettes in a variety of sizes from extra small to 3 XL.\xa0Supersoft, super-cute, and prices that start at $8! Get 25% off when you spend $40 or more at yourparade.com/wfh with code WFH.\xa0\nZocdoc has you covered! Whether you need a primary care physician, dentist, dermatologist, psychiatrist, eye doctor, or any other specialist, you can find top doctors at zocdoc.com.laughing.\nAudible has everything you love to listen to, INCLUDING\xa0this podcast, all in one app! Try Audible free for 30 days by going to audible.com/fresh, or by texting FRESH to 500-500.\nPharmaca\xa0is a source you can trust for herbal and homeopathic formulas, high-quality vitamins, and organic cruelty-free beauty. Go to\xa0Pharmaca.com/laughing\xa0right now to save 20% off your first order!\nWorkplace Comedy Podcast\xa0is a hilarious new improv podcast set in a fictional water bottling company, hosted by Emmy Laybourne and Tracy Vilar and a lineup of amazing comedy guests. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts!\nBetterhelp\xa0allows you to connect with a counselor over text, phone, or video \u2014 and everything you say is confidential. Start living a happier life today! Get 10% off your first month by visiting\xa0betterhelp.com/fresh.\nKiwiCo\xa0projects make science, technology, engineering, art, and math super fun! Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on any crate line at\xa0kiwico.com\xa0with code\xa0MOTHERHOOD.\nStoryWorth\xa0\xa0gives your loved ones the gift of spending time together, wherever you live! Go to\xa0storyworth.com/whatfreshhell to get $10 off.\xa0\xa0\nBright Cellars\xa0is the wine subscription box that pairs you with wine you'll love, delivered to your door. Get 50% off your first 6 bottle order by heading to\xa0brightcellars.com/fresh.\nMembrasin\xa0is the totally natural, estrogen-free, clinically proven feminine dryness formula. It works! Go to\xa0membrasinlife.com\xa0and use the code FRESH to get 10% off.\nProse\xa0is the healthy hair regimen with your name all over it!\xa0\xa0Get 15% off your first order today! Go to\xa0prose.com/laughing.\xa0\nBarre3\u2019s workouts combine\xa0cardio, strength conditioning, and mindfulness in one workout.\xa0Go to\xa0barre3.com/FRESH\xa0and enter promo code FRESH to unlock 75% off monthly and annual subscriptions.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices