Many things have changed since this pandemic started. People have been encouraged to stay home and work remotely to minimize exposure to other people and prevent further infections. That means that our mental, professional, and social lives have been greatly affected. But staying home is not necessarily a bad thing. Here are some things to do during lockdown:
Exercise
According to a study by Science Daily, obesity in children increased during the lockdown. This might be due to less physical activity or more time spent on sleeping, playing games, watching television, and browsing through social media. While there is generally nothing wrong with these activities, they are only safe if done moderately. If your other aspects of life are being affected, then you should definitely think twice.
There is still a lot of physical activity that can be done even if you are home. Home workout tutorials started to get famous when the pandemic started. You can buy some pieces of equipment and have them delivered to your house to help you with exercising. Staying home is not strictly related to staying put.
Learn new things
Staying home for a long time might be stressful for most people. But you can always find new things to do or improve. You can learn a new language, or you can learn to play an instrument that has been hanging around in your house for so long. Learn calligraphy, painting, or drawing, or you can just improve the skills that you currently have.
Take a look around your house Sometimes, it’s all about perspective.
Make home improvements
Since most people are staying home, there is no better time to renovate than now. Did you know that messy workplaces or houses can cause more stress? According to Psychology Daily, clutters can be overwhelming to look at and make people feel helpless. Can you remember a time when you went home from work and you found messy spots around? Didn’t it add up to your distress?
Many people have lost their jobs due to the pandemic. But for those who are lucky enough to stay employed and work remotely in the comfort of their homes, take this chance to do some home renovations. You can try to move around some pieces of furniture for a fresh new look.
You can also consider installing some new features in your home. For example, you can apply a waterproof coating on your deck to get you ready for the rainy season and minimize slipping or unwanted accidents. It can also help in extending your deck’s lifespan. I
Lastly, it lessens the maintenance needed for your deck, so that’s one thing less to think about. It might also be a good idea to make some improvements and design your workspace at home since you will be spending quite a lot of time there.
Check on your friends and loved ones
Maintaining your social life can prove to be quite challenging, especially during lockdown. But thanks to social media applications, we can stay in touch with them easily, and they can be one click away. It’s good to check on your friends and loved ones from time to time because, for all we know, they can be going through a tough time. It can also help you stay mentally and emotionally connected to your constants, especially if you are living alone.
Some people may already be suffering from depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. This pandemic can be overwhelming for them, and it is essential to make them feel loved and supported in these trying times.
Also, please check on your friends who work in the medical field, as they are the ones who are under the most stress these days. The COVID-19 pandemic has already caused too much stress and anxiety to everyone. But always remember that you are not alone. With the right people and support system, you can get through anything.
This pandemic can be far from over, as there are still many countries that are affected by COVID-19. Our movements and everyday lives might be limited and not the same as before, but remember that you can always choose to be productive even during lockdown.
