7 Things You Can Do While Social Distancing

    This blog post is a bit different from my usual content, but it is appropriate for the situation most people in the world are currently in.
    I have been self-quarantined in my apartment for 13 days now. I have done a lot of things during that time and thought I would share some tips for coping with social distancing. This is the perfect time to try new things, finally, do the things you've wanted to for a while, or just completely relax.
    I understand that not everyone is safe, and some people are affected by this virus more than others. But if you are in a situation where you're safely at your home and don't know what to do with all this time, this blog post is for you.
    Here are 7 things you can do while social distancing (approved by me).

1. Clean your home

    I don't mean the standard type of cleaning where you sweep the floors, dust the shelves, and take out the trash. I mean, go through the things you own and assess if you truly need them or not.
    We, humans, tend to hoard stuff. We are made to believe that if we don't have this piece of clothing or that kitchen tool, then we are missing out. Now that you have time, you can go through your items and declutter your house a bit.
    I went through my closets a couple of days ago and added about 10 pieces of clothing that weren't any use for me anymore, and it is time for them to be given up for donations.

2. Go for a walk

    Preferably in nature, since there is more room to distance yourself from other people taking their walks or runs. I have gone out for a walk every single day during my self-quarantine, and it genuinely makes me happy. I enjoy being in nature so much, and it is such a privilege to be able to go and walk there every single day.
    One thing to make your walks even more purposeful and motivating is to take a bag with you and collect the roadside trash. People are very ignorant and still throw trash is nature as if it would make it disappear. Let's do a good deed and clean up other people's mess since they are incapable of doing so themselves.

3. Take online classes or courses

    What better time to learn about something that you've always wanted to, experiment with new topics, and get even better at things you're already good at.
    I am currently enrolled in 2 courses and already finished one. I use a website/app called Coursera. If you want to get a certificate about you taking the course, it can be costly, but you can audit it, which makes the course completely free.
    I have also heard about other websites doing free trials for as long as this situation is over. So search the web and find something that interests you.

4. Online workouts

    Since we don't get enough movement in, and the gyms are closed, there are free subscriptions or open online gyms out there provided for us for the period of the lockdown.
    For example, I own a Fitbit watch and got a message on my app last night that they are giving everyone a free 90-day premium subscription. So obviously, I signed up and now have access to a ton of new and exciting workouts until June 24th for free.
    If you are from the Baltic States, MyFitness made all their content free without subscription, so go check out their website and get moving.
    Another way to access thousands of free workout videos is YouTube. This is honestly the easiest and fastest way! My recommendation is to check out Yoga with Adriene, she has tons of videos for all different levels of athleticism.

5. DIY projects

    Have you been wanting to change the wallpaper in a room at your house, put new shelves up in your bathroom, or maybe make a cool new bag? Now is the time to do all of that!
    I am currently crocheting a bag for myself, and am planning to get into changing the wallpaper and modernize a room that looks like it hasn't been changed since the '80s.
    Look around and think if there is something you've meant to work on and do it. There are tons of videos and blog posts out there that help you through whatever you have in mind step by step.

6. Conference call or group facetime friends and family

    Yes, we are all locked up in our own homes, but that doesn't mean we should lose touch or not "hang out" with our friends and extended family.
    Have lunch with your bestie, go on a walk together (via facetime ofc), or have morning coffee and discuss your plans for the day. Spice up your usual facetime call, and make it into something exciting!
    Also, I just sent a letter to a friend in the USA, even though we talk daily, I thought this will be exciting for both of us!

7. Take this time to relax and unwind

    Last but not least, this is the time to just relax and slow down your usual lifestyle. Watch movies, binge watch Netflix, find new music and podcasts, read a book, draw, write in a journal, or just lay around in your pajamas all day!
    Just do stuff that you usually can't and make most of this unusual situation.

    There are tons of things one can do in the comfort of their home, so there is no reason to go and break the rules. This will make it worse for everyone. The faster we understand the seriousness and take the proper precautions, the faster the lockdown will be over!
    #staythef*ckhome

I hope you have a wonderful day! And STAY HOME!