Greed, the psychological (self-centered, narcissistic, and alienating) need to accumulate more and more wealth producing capital assets at the expense of others, is itself a product of, and is DRIVEN BY INSECURITY and FEAR. Shylock in Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice, Scrooge in Dicken’s Christmas Carl, and Mr. Potter in This American Life are all self-centered, narcissistic, alienated icons representing the issue of greed in the annals of literature.

It is fair to assume that dating during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is not at the top of any one’s list of priorities. In an attempt to stop the spread of the virus, Americans are going into self-isolation and hunkering down for an indefinite period of time. But those of us who live alone and are single face the bleak prospect of weeks if not months without in-person contact. And a long-standing lack of physical or emotional contact may feel pretty desperate when it comes to preserving our mental health.In the midst of the pandemic, learn how to keep dating in a fun, safe and responsible manner.