This weekend was the 5 year Anniversary of the COVID -19 Shut Down. It wasn’t just a health crisis—it was a cultural reset.

When the pandemic first struck, it was a sudden shock to our systems. Lockdowns, social distancing, remote work, and uncertainty became our reality. We were forced to adapt quickly—schools switched to online learning, businesses moved to virtual spaces, and the global economy shifted in ways many of us had never imagined.

As we look back, it’s impossible to ignore the profound impact Covid had on every aspect of our lives. Yet, when we ask ourselves, “Have we really moved forward?”