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From Meditation to DIY Art Projects: How to Make the Most Out of Self-Isolation

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  • Audrey Sze

Like many of you, we've got COVID on our mind. Although it has brought about dramatic changes in life/career plans, we count ourselves fortunate to have a roof over our head and the feeling of safety and security.

Go easy on yourself. We are navigating a collective traumatic and stressful experience. Give yourself permission to rest and to go move slowly.

However, it's also a great opportunity to advantage of these newly-allotted time to indulge and learn. Below are some ideas and things to do while in Self-Isolation.

 

50 Things to Do While You’re Social Distancing At Home

  1. Start journalling

  2. Learn a new language (Duolingo is a great app for this)

  3. Meditate

  4. Rearrange your home

  5. Call an old friend

  6. Call a family member

  7. Catch up on sleep

  8. Learn a new recipe

  9. Perfect an old recipe

  10. Education is my ideal of self-care. Take a free online course at Harvard

  11. Practice yoga

  12. Pick up a hobby (sketching, knitting)

  13. Start a 30-day writing challenge

  14. Foster a dog

  15. Start a gratitude practice by listing 3 things you’re grateful for

  16. Start that side hustle you’ve been putting off

  17. Start that blog/podcast that’s been on your mind

  18. Make a vision board

  19. Set goals and targets for the next 6 months

  20. Arrange your Pinterest board

  21. Clean out your closet

  22. Clean out your fridge

  23. Bake cookies

  24. Write a letter to a loved one

  25. Have wine

  26. Have zoom happy hour dates

  27. Pick up watercolor painting

  28. Start checking off that long reading list

  29. Re-read your favorite series

  30. Catch-up on series

  31. Watch an old film (Roman Holiday with Audrey Hepburn is a classic)

  32. Groom your dog

  33. Make DIY lip and body scrubs

  34. Indulge in a bath

  35. Light a candle

  36. Go through old albums

  37. Clean out your iphone photos

  38. Organize your desktop

  39. Clean your makeup brushes

  40. Start planning your next vacation

  41. Go through all your mail

  42. Learn to do a headstand

  43. Declutter your beauty counter

  44. Deep clean your yoga mats

  45. Clean your makeup brushes

  46. Facetime your loved ones

  47. Binge-watch your favorite shows (SATC anyone?)

  48. Make a Life Goals List (5 year plan, 10 year plan)

  49. Remind yourself that this too will pass, and don’t overstress

  50. Reflect. On your growth, on your journey, and on the loved ones that have been right by you. Remember what’s important.

 

There are very few moments like now where we are given time to slow down, disconnect, and focus on healing and growth. Take this opportunity to treat yourself well and spread love.