China Overseas Chinese Network, September 15th. According to a report compiled by the European Times, everyone wears a mask to cover most of their face, says hello, does not touch the body, and does not leave the body without washing and disinfection... It was unimaginable six months ago. However, after 8 weeks of quarantine, these daily protective actions have become part of the new real life of the French.

Agence France-Presse made an inventory of this on September 14.

Keep a distance

　　At the beginning of the epidemic, there were many unknown data.

However, since the emergence of the new crown virus, because it is known that the virus is transmitted by droplets, social interaction must be restricted. Keeping distance between people has become an essential protective measure.

　　Since then, in daily life, people should keep at least one meter away from each other.

We no longer shake hands when we meet and greet each other, and we no longer do the famous French veneer.

According to Tunisian sociologist Zuiri, "the era of plexiglass has come."

In the future, people can talk, but there must be "a layer of tangible or invisible plexiglass'protection'".

In France, which is immersed in the "culture of physical contact and intimacy", this is a revolution in thinking, behavior and culture.

　　Some lifestyles disappeared "temporarily", causing anxiety.

Many people ask: Is it possible to restore the "previous life"?

However, many researchers raise deeper questions, worrying that the disappearance of these lifestyles will eventually lead to the loss of social norms.

Video contact

　　Even if you have to stay at home, you can never cut off contact with the outside world.

Only one number can summarize and reflect people’s need.

Throughout March, 200 million users across the country used the Zoom video conferencing platform every day, mainly using this software to hold professional meetings.

These platforms have become the link between the two lives before and after the outbreak.

　　Keep in touch with relatives and organize "video drinking parties". Initially, this type of platform was a tool for connecting with other people. Later, it gradually became an online meeting place, classroom or religious place.

New courtship paradigm

　　In the context of still having to avoid physical contact, many single men and women who have not given up looking for a partner have given full play to their adaptability and creativity.

　　A 30-year-old man in the financial industry promised to "give the other party a face-to-face gift without droplets" every date, back to back, and back to back.

　　These signs show that the more important thing at this moment is to adapt and innovate, rather than give up a good life.

During the home isolation period, Tinder dating software flourished, setting a record for more than 3 billion people worldwide using the sliding function.

Remote work leap forward

　　Prime Minister Castel said at the end of August when emphasizing the changes in working methods, “Frankly speaking, before the outbreak of the new crown epidemic, I am not sure whether remote working methods are well received in public and private enterprises.”

　　During the quarantine period, companies used remote work on a large scale and were quite successful. Today, this is still the preferred way of working for companies and employees. Since the epidemic is likely to come back, this way of working may continue for a long time.

　　A few months ago, such a situation was unimaginable, because France was the world champion of the “employees must go to work in the company” mode of work, and the office was a space for social contact and living with others.

Mask and disinfectant

　　Masks and disinfectants have become people's survival tools.

The smell of disinfectant is similar to that of alcohol. Today, everyone can know that it is disinfectant on subway buses, cafes, and shops. It has become a good companion for the French.

　　Whether to wear masks and the usefulness of masks caused controversy in France for a few months. Nowadays, people who wear masks are located in all cities in France. Masks have become a real tool to avoid re-quarantine across the country.

President Macron said that the French "must accept this reasonable restriction for a period of time."

But masks are still the target of conspiracy theorists' accusations, and conspiracy theorists continue to doubt their effectiveness.

Bicycle prevalence

　　During the three-month quarantine period, bicycles became the preferred means of transportation for residents in many cities (not just cities).

They avoid subways and crowded buses and choose to ride bicycles for many reasons. For example, they can also exercise by the way. For whatever reason, the prevalence of bicycles is undeniable.

　　According to data from the Sports Equipment and Cycling Federation, compared with the same period last year, French bicycle sales doubled in May and June this year.

This is also related to political decisions, and many large cities have established new bicycle lanes.

Experts believe that the prevalence of bicycles has made France a few years ahead of the development of bicycles.

Consumption model update

　　Has the coronavirus pandemic changed the consumption patterns of French people?

During the crisis, the development of short-distance sales channels that transport ingredients from the fields to the French homes, or direct sales without middlemen, accelerates.

Farmers hope to continue to develop this sales model.

　　Huge changes have also taken place in other industries. For example, in the cosmetics industry, the sales of lipstick have plummeted due to the widespread use of masks, but the sales of mascara have increased significantly.

　　Finally, will the audience return to the cinema and theater after the epidemic?

During the quarantine period, the number of customers who ordered movies online and the Netflix platform increased significantly.

Subscribers to the Netflix platform have increased by 15 million in 3 months, which is unprecedented.

(Zhou Wenyi)