So you’re stuck at home for 2 weeks….or more. What to do? How to fill this void of activities, this absence of busy-ness? We’ve all become so accustomed to a nonstop lifestyle, so this forced inactivity can be stressful.
Here’s a few suggestions to stave off boredom, depression, and cabin fever.
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Spend quality time with immediate family. Talking, playing games, teaching your kids to cook, reading together – all great activities to build relationships with your family.
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Call a relative, especially someone who may not have a lot of contact with others right now. Want bonus points? Write an actual letter – you know, the kind you put a stamp on and place in the mailbox. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of getting a letter in the mail!
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Exercise. There are some excellent home workout videos on You-Tube to peruse. Walk, run, ride a bike. Your dog will love all the increased activity too!
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Get outside, just not around crowds of people. Many city, county, state and national parks are still open for your enjoyment.
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Read that book you’ve been putting off because you didn’t have a lot of time. Read a how-to book and learn a new skill.
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Do a puzzle – any kind will do. Picture puzzle, crossword puzzle, sudoku, Rubik’s cube…you get the idea.
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Get creative. Music, poetry, stories, art, knitting – express yourself! Maybe do an epic fail on a Pinterest idea.
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Work on those foreign language skills you’ve always wanted to be better at. Duolingo is an excellent app for getting started.
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Get informed in the political world – city, state, national – find out what’s going on, and add your voice to what matters to you.
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Learn a new healthy recipe. Brush up on your cooking skills.
