English Conversation: Stay Positive During Covid-19 Epidemic

A: It's boring to stay at home all the time, isn't it?

B: Yes, but we can do something to kill the boredom.

A: Such as?

B: We can do our hobbies at home, either alone or with our family members.

A: Hmm... that's a good idea. Speaking about hobby, what is your hobby?

B: I have many hobbies. I like listening to music, watching action movies, playing computer games, and reading book.

A: Hey, I like music too. What kind of music do you like?

B: I like rock music. How about you?

A: I like pop music and traditional music.

B: That's nice. Sometimes I listen to traditional music too, such as Sundanese flute instrumental music. It brings peace to our mind.

A: That's true. As for me, I like all Indonesian traditional music. They're beautiful.

B: Agree. Besides music, what else do you like?

A: I like watching movies too, especially horror movies.

B: Wow... you must be a brave man.

A: Not really. As we know, all we see in a horror movie is only special effect, right? I mean, they're not real.

B: Which one do you like best, Indonesian or foreign horror movie?

A: Both. Anyway, I like reading too.

B: What book do you like, fiction or non-fiction?

A: Fiction. I have many novels written by Indonesian and foreign writers. How about you?

B: On the contrary, I like non-fiction books like history or philosophy. 

A: By the way, do you think this covid-19 epidemic will last much longer than we expected?

B: Maybe. I'm not a doctor or a scientist.

A: Besides doing hobbies, what else do you do to stay positive in mind?

B: Hmm... do meditation and do something new to improve my skill.

A: Such as?

B: Try to read more English books or newspaper to improve my English skill. 

A: That's also a good idea. As for me, I watch many DVD movies with English substitle. 

B: That's good. I do that too.

A: I also join in many Fb groups. Do you?

B: Same. I join in groups related with music, movies, or books. It's nice to have virtual friends from many places, isn't it?

A: That's right. But, sometimes I read bad news from internet which make me sad or cause negativity in mind. 

B: Well... I suggest you not to read all the news. Be selective.

A: Hmm... thanks. You said you like doing meditation. Do you have a special faith or philosophy of your own?

B: No. We don't have to be a part of any religion to do meditation. Just sit, relax, and close our eyes. Think nothing but peace.

A: Sounds great. It's another way to stay positive too, right? I'll try that at home.

B: Please do so. Well, I've got to go. It's nice having conversation with you. See you next time.

A: Yes, I hope we'll meet again soon.

B: Bye.