COVID-19 HELP PACKAGE
COVID-19 HELP PACKAGE
10 Self-Help Tips During Quarantine
10 things to do to keep yourself busy when confined at home during COVID-19...
Staying at home due to the world practising self-isolation and social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic can be as fun and productive just as going out . Listed are 10 great tips to help keep boredom and irritation at bay during the COVID-19 lockdown.
1. Exercise
Due to the gyms being closed you may feel irritated, a quick remedy to that is to replace your gym visit with an at-home work-out, with squats, burpees and press-ups all achievable without equipment. You can transform your living room or verenda into a workout or a yoga space and stretch it out.
2. Call your Family and friends
Know that you are not the only one that’s self-isolating and people will appreciate a friendly chat or text message to let them know you’re thinking of them.
3. Clear out your wardrobe
With all this new- found free time in your hands, you can dedicate your time and attention to sorting out your clothes or your kid’s clothes, and declutter your home. Give away items you haven’t worn for 12 months and co-ordinating clothes into sections so it’s easier to browse in the mornings. This is a great opportunity to get inspired by new outfits or rediscover an old favourite. You can check our online store for new items: https://www.rhophyscouture.com/
4. Read a book
Another way to make use of your time is to read that book that’s been sat on your shelf for the last few months. Get inspired by a best-selling memoir, indulge in a celeb-approved book or escape to a different world for a few hours. You can cuddle up with a blanket and a hot cup of you favourite beverage or wine. Here is a link to a free online bookstore: https://openlibrary.org/
5. TV
There are great new series out now that is good for individual or family screening, You can catch up on old series or start a new one that you’ve been curious about. Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus are just a few streaming services with great movies and series options. So get comfy and get ready to commit hours of your life to watching someone else’s dramas.
6. Make a photo album/back up your phone pictures
You’ve been trying to back up your photos and videos for a while but don’'t seem to have the time, well now you do so ensure that that you compile a photo album or scrapbook. Similarly, make a back-up of photos on your phone, to ensure you don’t lose them in years to come. You can back up with Google Photos, iCloud, Dropbook etc.
7. Bake
Baking is therapeutic and is also a family friendly activity, you can involve the kids and get them to try on fun recipes. Indulge your sweet tooth and try a Bake Off masterpiece with your family at home. Check out these links for easy to bake tutorials and recipes: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/collection/easy-cake https://www.olivemagazine.com/guides/best-ever/easiest-ever-british-cake-recipes/
Vegan? Here are some awesome links: https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/chocolate-cake-recipe-in-pressure-cooker/ https://hebbarskitchen.com/cooker-cake-recipe-pressure-cooker-cake/
Don’t have an oven? Check this link out: https://hamariweb.com/recipes/homemade_cake_recipes_without_oven_rid9860.aspx Check out YouTube for more awesome tutorials.
8. Learn a language
You can challenge yourself to learn a new language in just a few weeks, this can also be a way to get ready for your next trip. There lots of apps, YouTube tutorials and websites which offer free lessons.
9. Start a blog
Writing or blogging can also be a way for you to release stress and get your creative juices running. Your blog can be about anything you are passionate about, ranging from fashion, photography to mental health. Use your down-time wisely and start a blog to share your thoughts or favourite hobbies. You can start your blog on some of these free blogging platforms:
Hubpages. ...
Contentful. ...
Jekyll. ...
WordPress. ...
Tumblr.
10. Practice, practice, practice
There are certain things that we all struggle with be it our beauty routine or something academic. Now is the time for you to spend time practicing and fine tuning what you have been struggling with. You can create a practice timetable so you can do it in a timely manner.