COVID-19 continues to bring business, schools and cities to a standstill as we practice safe social distancing in attempts to flatten the curve of this global pandemic. Still confused on what COVID-19 is and how you can help us eradicate it? Check out our article on it here.
This week felt different for many Calgarians as we settled into a temporary new normal. At first being home from our regular daily activities felt like a fun snow day, a welcome chance to catch up on Netflix and sleep in. However, now people are starting to feel the anxiety the comes with knowing this isn't just a two week fix; this could be our reality for a number of months now.
It is more important now than ever for people to follow Alberta Health Services advice on how best to protect themselves and others from COVID-19. Generally, the advice is simple: stay inside.
If you're starting to feel a little stir crazy cooped up in your home, we're here to help! Here are 10 fun things to do from your house to keep you busy:
- Spring Cleaning! Now is your chance to pull apart your house room by room and clear out the clutter.
- Try out all of those Pinterest recipes you have saved! You know the ones you pin to make one day but never do? Do one today.
- Make a sign of encouragement! Pull out some poster board and markers and make an encouraging sign to hang in your window for the neighbours to see.
- Learn a new card game! Most people have at least one deck of cards at home. Learn a new game or magic trick.
- Start planning your next trip! Even though we're not sure when we can travel next, start planning places you want to explore to get your mind off the present.
- Read a new book! You know those books you have on your bedside table that you haven't touched? Make a fun chart to track your progress and read away.
- Get outside and stretch! Take some time each day to breathe in some fresh air and move your body, it makes a massive different on your mood.
- Facetime a friend! Hop on a video service and say hello to a friend (from a distance). Human connection during social isolation is still possible.
- Start a journal. Struggling to process all your feelings these days? Start a journal and chart this experience like you would a grand adventure.
- Have a nap! It's good to learn new things and accomplish something, but naps are also important for your health. Go easy on yourself.
Stay safe, and remember: keep washing your hands!
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