https://www.studyfinds.org/doing-laundry-highlight-of-week-pandemic-isolation/by Chris Melore
April 16, 2021
A survey of 2,005 Americans discovered nearly a third (32%) say the simple chore of doing laundry has become the highlight of their entire week. Sixty-nine percent say that after spending so much time indoors, any new experience at all feels like a thrill.
The study, conducted by OnePoll in conjunction with Apple Vacations and Secrets Resorts & Spas, examined just how cooped up people have been over the past year during COVID. Researchers find 44 percent say grocery shopping is now a surprisingly exciting moment in their lives. Thirty-five percent admit that filling up their gas tank now gives them a thrill like never before.
The desire to find a sense of escapism during this time is important for many. In fact, 59 percent of respondents say they’re at “the end of their ropes†due to ongoing isolation.The study, conducted by OnePoll in conjunction with Apple Vacations and Secrets Resorts & Spas, examined just how cooped up people have been over the past year during COVID. Researchers find 44 percent say grocery shopping is now a surprisingly exciting moment in their lives. Thirty-five percent admit that filling up their gas tank now gives them a thrill like never before.
The desire to find a sense of escapism during this time is important for many. In fact, 59 percent of respondents say they’re at “the end of their ropes†due to ongoing isolation.
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