Who would ever thought that we could be coming back to square one yet again?
Home quarantine is not to everyone liking especially when you do not have the space and freedom. But hey, looking this in the bright perspective we are bringing you 10 things you can do at home and feel good about it.
Rather than the usual binge-watching Netflix or cooking new recipes – here are some feel good things that you can do.
- Meditation – This can help to improve anxiety and depression. For newbies, you can checkout meditation apps like Headspace or Calm that is easy and make it part of your daily routine.
- Recycle – Make something out of your plastic bottles and food boxes rather than chucking them straight to the bin. There are aplenty of recycle tips on YouTube to help you out. At least, let us help the environment for once!
- Writing a journal – We have become engross with our fast-paced life, why not put your feelings down on paper and pen. Release your feelings and things you are grateful about every day. Trust us, reading this back later would give you a sense of feeling good.
- Podcast – What better way to get your mind off things with an interesting podcast? Recommending PlayerFM and RadioPublic which are free on Apple and Android!
- Support Local – If you are ever going to go online shopping, let us help build our nation economy by supporting our community with local products. Grab the from Watsons App instead!
- Thrift Treats – You may want to get rid of your old furniture or maybe let go some of your garments in return for money? Why not sell them as pre-loved on Carousell. There are many categories of items you can explore.
- Learn a Lingo – Why not use some time to learn a new language? Technically, you can add to another language spoken on your CV the next time around. Download Duolingo app and you’re just on your way!
- Donate – During this trying time, many has been affected directly because of losing of source of income. Or because of natural disaster like the flood. Why not give an extra and donate to those who are in need?
- Volunteer for a good cause – With time in your hand, volunteering from home can be made possible where you can provide an extra pair of ears to help those who are going through distress. A few NGOs are looking for volunteers for their hotline and you can find one that fit in to you.
- Show Some Extra Love – You cannot go out with your friends? You can surprise them with some home delivery with a plant, or a bag of feel-good goodies. In return, you get an extra love too. 😊
