The issues associated with the pandemic, such as the dangerousness of the virus, the sometimes novel treatments for those suffering from Covid19, the measures taken to contain SARSCov2 and the data situation are examined from different angles in short stories. Those who fully agree with the government’s measures read about their negative effects, and those who suspect mysterious plans behind the pandemic or at least see government overreach can broaden their view to include the aspect of the difficulties that moderate handling of an unknown pandemic entails for those responsible.
Different aspects are contrasted with partly good, partly not so good, partly factual, partly emotional arguments, always with the aim of being able to better understand the background, i.e. causes and effects, and perhaps also to develop a little more understanding for the justification of other opinions.
The goal here is to gain knowledge.
Many people are suffering psychologically as a result of the pandemic, because the different opinions have led and are still leading to discord in the circle of family and friends. This is often due to the emotionality in which corresponding discussions are conducted, as well as to the belittling of the respective other person simply because he or she is either afraid of the virus or sees his or her freedom existentially threatened.
The book should help to adopt a somewhat more relaxed attitude. It should become clear that there is a broad spectrum of views and arguments in society, but that their value is not measured by their quantitative imbalance, and certainly does not constitute the value of a person. One can and must be able to love each other despite the most diverse opinions.
The goal here is emotional balance.