Continuing covid pandemic, flu season, and potential bird flu pandemic got you worried about your health and others? Feeling the pressure of surveillance and restrictive government actions?

SWMA members share their tips for starting to mask regularly again

(1) Make masking logistically easy for yourself

"I like to keep a box of masks near the front door so that I don’t have to take my shoes off to grab one if I forget." -Bella

"A lot of online retailers offer subscriptions these days so I have a monthly recurring purchase set up so that I get a new box of masks delivered just as my old one is done. This also makes them slightly cheaper!" -Zehra

“I’ll buy masks in bulk whenever there is a good discount, so I never run out.” - Yuna

(2) Make masks something you feel good about wearing

"Get masks in cute colors! I feel cool and mysterious and a little sexy in the black ones." -Bella

"Beaded mask connectors can be a fun accessory for masks with ear loops." - EJ

"I like putting a pin on my mask sometimes to personalize mine and incorporate it into my overall fit." - Zehra