Note It Down: 5 Things You Must Do at Home During Lockdown
The coronavirus pandemic is far from over, and it looks like the second lockdown is inevitable. And while being stuck at home is not something you’ve probably dreamt of doing again, it’s the only way to stop COVID 19 from excessive spreading.
But hey, we’ve survived one already, and we can do this again. The crucial thing is to remain positive in these difficult times and make time at home as productive as possible. And by productive, we don’t mean binge-watching through the entire Netflix.
It’s vital not just for fighting boredom, but it will also positively impact your mental health. And if you’re out of ideas, we’ve got you covered. Below, you’ll find five productive and fun things that will keep you occupied during the second lockdown.
Become a Chef
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to cook, now it’s your chance. The lockdown is a great opportunity to trigger your inner Gordon Ramsay finally. Well, maybe leave the swearing and plate-throwing bit out. Perhaps it’s better to become Jaime Oliver. Your call.
But no matter which famous chef you want to turn into, it’s learning a new skill that counts. Spoil yourself with the finest dishes, and become the true king or queen of your kitchen. Try out different recipes, watch culinary shows, and experiment.
Don’t forget to do your shopping first, though. Considering how the last lockdown looked like, it’s best to arm yourself with ingredients like compound coating beforehand.
Keep Learning
As tempting as it may sound, spending your free time in a virtual world of social media is the worst thing you can do while at home. If you want to use this time in full, the best idea is to learn something new. More importantly, something useful.
Nowadays, you don’t even have to leave your living room. Online courses are just a mouse click away, and with their wide variety, you can easily find something for yourself.
Learn a new language, consider taking a photography course, pass the time learning the instrument you’ve always dreamt of playing. The possibilities are endless, and you can be sure that your new skills will come in handy someday.
Broaden Your Horizons
Remember all the books you’ve wanted to read? Or the movies and series you’ve had to watch? Well, if their number is relatively high (we assume it is), the second lockdown might be a perfect time to catch up.
Not to mention that nothing will make you feel better than reading a good book or watching a film under the blanket, with a cup of hot tea by your side.
Take a look at various lists, or create your own. See what different streaming platforms have to offer, and take your pick. You can also quickly buy or rent a movie online. The same goes for books, especially if you get yourself an e-book reader.
Take Online Tours
One of the worst things about the pandemic is the inability to travel. And sure, during the summer, the borders opened up, and the planes were flying high again. But with more and more countries in lockdown, everything will shut down again soon.
And since you’re not able to leave the house, you have to cancel your plans of going on a Christmas retreat. Or do you? With modern technology, you can travel all around the world without standing up from your couch. All you need to do is take an online tour.
You can easily choose whether you want to go to Rome, Paris, London, or Barcelona. Of course, it’s nowhere close to the experience of being there physically. Nevertheless, it can be a great way of passing the time while at home.
Get Your Christmas Gifts Ready
While it’s hard to find anything positive about the lockdown, it might be a blessing in disguise in terms of Christmas gifts. You may finally have the time to get your presents ready earlier, denying you the dubious pleasure of fighting for gifts in shopping malls.
What’s more, with more time on your hands, you can make your presents more thought through, ensuring your friends and family get the things they’ll love. You can even consider making some DIY gifts and combine business with pleasure.
Bottom Line
Many of us find it challenging to cope with the idea of another lockdown. After all, being “imprisoned” in your house for a certain period is not a pleasant experience. Moreover, it can often lead to stress and anxiety. That’s why it’s critical to keep yourself occupied.
As you can see, you have plenty of possibilities to achieve that. Whether you choose something from the list above or not, what matters is that you come up with fun and new ideas for creatively spending the time.
