Why some people are afraid of life going back to normal after lockdown, and how to overcome those fears

People wear protective face masks in Central Park during the coronavirus pandemic on May 2, 2020 in New York City.Noam Galai/Getty Images

• Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, licensed clinical social worker, mental strength coach, and international bestselling author.
• Some people are excited as regions in the US being to reopen after lockdown, but many others are concerned about what a 'new normal' may look like.
• Morin says fears about the end of the shutdown may stem from concerns for physical safety and uncertainty about how society could change.
• To overcome these uncertainties, Morin recommends making a plan that prioritizes your mental and physical health, having multiple streams of income, and adopting healthy coping skills.
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As some states begin to allow businesses to reopen, many people feel relieved to be able to start settling into a "new normal." But not everyone is experiencing the same sense of comfort. Others are fearful about life returning to business as usual.

There are several reasons why the end of lockdown might be anxiety-provoking for some individuals.