The COVID-19 pandemic harmed many sectors across countries, especially the economy.

But for me, I wasn’t affected negatively by COVID-19. On the occasion of getting my hair trimmed again, enjoying good coffee, and strolling along familiar streets without the fear of being stopped and questioned, I want to share the things I’m grateful for during the pandemic—so that others, especially young people like myself, can look at the past period with a more optimistic perspective.

Although I’m sharing my own story, I have a feeling that many others also made the most of their 24-hour days off to do meaningful things. So, congratulations to everyone who has discovered something new about themselves.