If we’ve learned anything from the last few months it’s that showing kindness and compassion, for ourselves and others, is a huge part of what gives us our sense of wellbeing and belonging.

It seems that people have been reaching out more than ever. Modern technology means that even if you live alone, you’re never more than a click away from seeing the faces of your friends and family. And while calling relatives and old friends may have been side-lined before, it’s now a top priority and something to be cherished.

One of the greatest psychological shifts during the crisis has been towards ‘prosocial behaviour’ - more of us than ever are voluntarily checking in on neighbours, donating our time or money to support the needy, and making a more concerted effort to reach out to family and friends. From online house parties, to socially distanced chats over the garden fence, there has been a collective movement to connect with the people around us.

Maintaining this new-found sense of connection and focus on our relationships will be crucial as we move forward together.