Then there are those whose predicted GCSE grades are not representative of how much time, effort and work would have gone into their actual exams.

Instead, though, we are given perspective.

University degrees, public school examinations and dissertations have managed to completely consume my life pretty much for its duration, until now.

But, suddenly, none of this matters anywhere nearly as much as it did.

In fact, in the grand scheme of what is going on, these things are somewhat irrelevant.

Instead, we are being reminded of the sheer importance of what really matters: our health, our families and our friends.

These things are never forgotten, but are sometimes pushed to the side by the busyness and fast-paced nature of life.

Now, we have all been given a time to stop, to think and to appreciate.

I believe in making the best of a bad situation, and, while the bad situation really is a bad one, it is more important than ever to remind ourselves to be grateful for what we do have.

First and foremost, whether it is realised or not, everyone reading this has a community; a community to support them in times of need.

There has been an unprecedented amount of helping and caring within our community and through intertwining with other communities and, although the reason for this is not ideal, it really is an amazing thing to come from it.

We are showing solidarity.

Next: exercise, which is a time when the only way we can enjoy our surroundings is by walking or running is unthinkable.

But, for me, and I am sure for others, the situation has forced me to do just that.

Rarely would I have enjoyed a walk, or run, alone, but now, this is a luxury.

Without a choice, I am being forced not only to do so, but also to improve my health by doing so, both physically and mentally.

And, on that note: mental health.

I think for most of us there is no hiding away from the detrimental effects this virus can have on us.

I am, of course, no expert but it can only be natural to feel depressed at being forced to stay indoors with little or, in some cases no, human contact.

I would like to think this can open our eyes to an issue at the heart of many in usual times: loneliness.

At a time when we are all forced to feel somewhat lonely as we are stuck at home, the importance of a phone call or a text has never been more apparent.

And, I hope, that when we come out the other side, this will not be forgotten and will be ever-more appreciated.

Topically: appreciation.

I never thought I would see a time when I would genuinely be able to appreciate the mere normality of sitting at a friend’s house, chatting, laughing and, most crucially, having friends as company.

But now, when I can do so again, I won’t take it for granted.

We can’t pretend that this virus is good, but what we can do is accept the situation and make the best of it and try to see the positives.

We can continue to act as a community and we can continue to appreciate — always.

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