It’s okay to check out for a while, even for a long while. Anything you can contribute to society is a win for it, but you don’t have to feel like you only exist for that purpose. We’re all struggling in some way or another, and we’re all allowed to focus on ourselves when necessary, until we’re able to get back into the game. It’s supposed to be at least partially fun for everyone, after all.

So, if possible, try to stick around, look after yourself, do what’s necessary to wind down, and then decide how deep you want to drive back into the poop chute. We’ll be here when you’re ready.