These unprecedented times of dealing with the pandemic that is coronavirus has caused much anxiety and stress. Being forced to stay inside and engage in social isolation, although not an outrageous demand from the government, may invoke heightened negativity for some people. It may lead to an increase in mental health issues as individuals are forced to stay in their homes and deal with their feelings. For people like myself, staying busy is what helps me cope with unwanted feelings. Here is a long list of things you can do at home to distract your mind:
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Do home workouts
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Learn a new recipe
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Start journaling
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Have a Harry Potter marathon
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Start a new show
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Work on online classes/assignments
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Practice meditation
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Play board games/card games
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Play games with little ones
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Clean up your phone (delete photos, messages, apps)
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Go on walks
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Start painting or drawing
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Train your pet on a new trick
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Organize your closet
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Have family time
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Have a nap
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Cook a meal for your whole family
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Complete DIY projects
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Plan your next vacation
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DIY your old/thrifted clothes
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Start a website
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Take creative photos
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Do household chores
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Box-dye your hair (if you dare)
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Paint your room
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Create a new resume
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Apply for summer jobs
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Create a 5-year plan
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Clean out your fridge
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Paint your nails
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Do your makeup
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Go online shopping (most stores have online delivery)
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FaceTime your friends
While it seems like the world is on hold, take this time for some personal growth. Nurture your hobbies, take care of yourself, and pay attention to the things that really matter. Allow this period to be a time of reflection and let everyone come out of this feeling refreshed.