One of the most popular tips given to employees in the beginning of the pandemic was to keep up mental wellness by finding opportunities to disconnect and unwind. For those who enjoy museums, theater, cinema and concerts, the only option was to attend these cultural events virtually.
Gilad Grinberg has been attending cultural events virtually through Zoom. Pre-pandemic, he enjoyed events like these to unwind after a busy week at work. Gilad has found that the experience of attending a museum virtually does not compare to the in-person experience. Sitting in front of the screen to enjoy these activities strains his body and eyes, which takes away from the relaxation factor. He misses hearing out on other viewers' commentary and being able to fully examine exhibits rather than scrolling through or viewing artwork from someone else's point of view through a video. Gilad looks forward to the day where he and other art lovers will be able to return to their respective scenes and be able to enjoy the company of others as they admire the content.
Online exhibitions are becoming increasingly popular as museums are hosting virtual tours through Google Art. Although this takes away from the experience, it makes museums and performances across the globe more accessible. This has been rewarding for Gilad, who has experienced events that would otherwise require travelling to view.