How to Stay Occupied While in Quarantine
Hey, y’all! I hope all of you and every single person that you know is staying as healthy and safe out in this world as possible!
It certainly is a crazy and weird time in the world right now. I’m sure you’re still feeling just as confused and anxious as when this whole Coronavirus chaos since it all broke out two weeks ago. Trust me, I’m just as a confused and anxious as you are, too! I’m honestly still trying to process the whole situation. It just doesn’t even seem real to me, yet it is. I mean, all schools, universities, gyms, bars and restaurants, movie theaters, churches and some retailers have been shut down due to this one virus. To sum up, basically every public place is forbidden to go to as of right now (with the exception of hospitals, grocery stores, farms, warehouses, and drive-thru/carryout restaurants). And every single one of us individuals, especially the elderly community and individuals with serious underlying medical conditions, have been restricted from going out and are highly enforcing self-quarantine and social distancing from one another (six or more feet apart to be more specific). I’m sure we will all remember this chaotic season of life, whether it lasts for weeks, months, or who knows how long. I can already imagine myself someday in the future telling my children and grandchildren (and hopefully great grandchildren) about my experience during the historical world event of the Coronavirus outbreak and lockdown!
Despite how frustrating and scary this whole thing is, it WILL pass. I can’t guarantee how much longer we’ll be stuck in quarantine, but I believe things like this are only temporary. It’s important that during times like this we have strong faith and stay positive. I saw a Tweet from Chip Gaines a few days ago that said, “We will look back on all this and either feel a sense of pride in how we all handled this time of uncertainty, or we will be sad at how little faith and courage we had. Please, keep the faith, and find the courage to hope. Better days are right around the corner I promise.” I couldn’t agree more with every single word in that Tweet. Better days ARE coming, and we need to stay hopeful, faithful and courageous till they do! And when they finally arrive, we will feel extremely grateful to be able to go back out in public and not have to worry about social distancing! But in the meantime, I have a few ideas on how to stay occupied while in quarantine that I hope can help you all who may be struggling with trying not to be anxious or bored, especially you extroverts out there! 😂 Read below to get some inspiration!
Get organized
Have you been telling yourself that you’re going to get your household re-organized but have been neglecting it? Well, now’s the time since you’re literally stuck inside! And guess what? It’s finally springtime, which means it’s time for some spring cleaning! If your bedroom, living room, office, kitchen or garage need some tidying up, now is the time to do so. You can also get more organized by deleting photos, apps, videos or old messages on your phone to save storage. I just deleted a buttload of old pics from my laptop and phone that I no longer need or want, and both electronics somehow feel so much lighter than before 😂 It can be a bit overwhelming trying to balance it all out, so make a to-do list of all the things that you want to organize and get done with. I’m an absolute sucker for to-do lists and organization, so feel free to reach out to me if you need help or more tips on how to get organized!
Take good care of yourself
Getting organized and keeping busy while in quarantine is important, but also taking this time to find rest is just as important. With all the chaos and stress that’s erupting with the virus outspread, it’s a good idea to try not worry too much about it (for the sake of your anxiety!) and instead put your focus towards something that helps you relax, as well as brings you happiness. There are a lot of different ways to find relaxation and joy, some of my favorites include taking a hot bath, doing a face mask, listening to your favorite music genres, giving yourself a manicure or pedicure, workout (there’s so many different workout ideas on Pinterest and YouTube!), journal, paint or draw, meditate … the list goes on. There’s plenty of options, but it’s all about whatever you find most relaxing and what brings you the most joy!
Try something new
When you’re stuck inside and don’t have a lot of work or classes taking over your life is the perfect opportunity to try something that you’ve always wanted to. Step out of your comfort zone, now is the time! You could make a new recipe you’ve been wanting to try on Pinterest, learn a new language (or re-learn a language you took in high school or college!), try a cool artsy DIY project, learn a makeup or hair tutorial on YouTube … once again, the list goes on! I just downloaded Tik Tok (which I’m already addicted to after constantly telling myself I wouldn’t be 😅), and I want to learn some of the fun dances that have been trending on there! They probably won’t look that cool and turn out more awkward instead, but I’m gonna finally step out of my comfort zone and do it either way!
Keep yourself entertained
Movie theaters, concerts and amusement parks may be shut down, but that doesn’t mean entertainment as a whole doesn’t exists! There are multiple streaming platforms available for you to watch any movie or TV show on at any time. I’m so thankful for Disney+ and especially more than ever because whenever I’m going through a rough time, all I want to do is watch Disney movies 😂You can also start binge-watching a new show that you haven’t seen yet. With quarantine currently in session, you may be able to finish a whole series or at least a few seasons by the time this is all over! My parents and I are currently hooked on The Marvelous Ms. Maisel, and I’m eager to watch more episodes (definitely highly recommend it if you’re looking for something new to watch!). And if you’re not into streaming services or watching things on the screen, there’s still other ways to be entertained. Find a book in your house that you haven’t read yet or order a book online. Entertainment comes in many different forms, so find what entertains you the most!
Catch up with a friend or relative (virtually)
You may not be able to meet up in person for a coffee date or a night out like you used to, but that shouldn’t stop you from trying to stay connected with your loved ones. In fact, there’s many great ways to stay in touch with them! FaceTiming with friends is just as meaningful as hanging out with them in person. In fact, you can even set up a time in the morning to FaceTime and drink coffee together, that way you can have your own virtual coffee date. How cute is that?! Something that my family and I started doing is talking to each other through Google Hangout, that way we all can be together but not get each other sick (especially the grandparents). Damn, technology is amazing! Funny how some people say it ruins relationships, but in times like this, it’s what helps strengthen our relationships. Hallelujah!
Trust God ALWAYS!!!
Everything may seem very confusing, chaotic and frustrating, but the one important thing to remember above all … God is good ALL the time! God is FAR bigger and more powerful than this virus, and He will conquer it. There’s a lot of different news stories out there, but I believe the Word of God is what will guide me through this! I keep thinking about Matthew 8:26 when Jesus walks on water and His disciples are freaking out about drowning, and He simply replies, “Oh you of little faith, why did you doubt Me?” I constantly feel that He is reminding us of our little faith now more than ever. Just like Chip Gaines said on Twitter, we have to have more faith and courage! His strength already lies within us, so we can make it out of this chaotic storm like the disciples! Diving into Scripture and even just chatting with Him or praying to Him has been helping me a lot during my time in quarantine, so I encourage You to do the same. It really rejuvenates the mind, heart, and soul. Even just saying “God, I trust You” helps as well. No matter what, He’s always listening. Don’t doubt Him, have so much faith and trust in Him!
I’m praying and sending all my love to each and every one of you. Don’t let the negativity overtake your mind. Instead, ask the Lord to fill it with positivity, faith, confidence, inner peace, tranquility, strength, and His love! I know right now everything sees uncertain and we don’t know when it will all finally be over, but one thing for sure is God has a plan for all this and everything will work out in the end. In fact, I believe that He’s allowing this to happen so that we can come together to work through this, as well as to put aside our busy schedules and stay connected with our loved ones and Him. That’s all we wants, is for us to love Him, love one another and to serve His kingdom together. And when this is all over, I believe we’ll all be more than ever connected with one another through Him. I’m so grateful for every single medical professional, farmer, grocery clerk, warehouse worker, governor, politician, business owner, restaurant employee and all the generous neighbors who are working their butts off day and night to fight this virus, and I’m praying for all of them as well. Have BIG faith and have courage, better days are indeed around the corner!
So while you’re stuck in quarantine, take some time to keep yourself busy and occupied but also find time to rest and connect with those you love. And if you ever need to come back on this blog post for some inspiration, you know you’re always welcome! 💛
Comment below how you’re staying occupied while in quarantine and/or if you have a prayer request!
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” ~ Philippians 4:13
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