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Coronavirus: How to keep busy while social distancing?

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avatar Courtney_J

Courtney_J

Community manager
03/23/2020 at 4:52 PM

Hello everyone, 

During this Coronavirus pandemic, many of us have been advised to "social distance" ourselves, limiting contact with strangers, friends and even in some cases, family. No more trips to the movies, the mall, the gym, or any of those other things we love to do.

We may be "stuck" at home, but let's not let it get us down!

Here are a few little ideas to help you keep busy while social distancing at home!

Take advantage of this time to:

  1. Call and check in on your loved ones.
  2. Pick up a new sport or workout (indoors, obviously emoticon wink)! The internet is full of all kinds of tutorials and guides, there is something for everyone!
  3. Read or reread the "classics" or any other of your favourite books.
  4. Spend some time in the kitchen, recreating old recipes or testing new ones.  emoticon pizza
  5. Do some spring cleaning or reorganisation. 
  6. And above all, do things that make you happy! 

What will you be doing while staying at home? Do you have any tips or ideas for activities? Share you thoughts or ideas below!

Take care,

Courtney

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avatar mr1964

mr1964

03/31/2020 at 5:14 PM

@Courtney_J Now this one is more my speed! If I do much more than stand up too quickly these days I'm out of breath! I've been keeping myself busy by working on my pile of crossword puzzles I cut out every day! 


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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/01/2020 at 5:15 PM

@mr1964 How did the stretching go? I'm glad you liked the video!

Hello all,

Now today for our plant-loving members, I've got a little something for you! While we may not be able to get out as much to care for our gardens, here's a little video with some DIY ideas for gardening indoors:

8 Things You Can Upcycle Into Planters, Buzzfeed Nifty

Gardening and doing good for the planet? What could be better? emoticon cloveremoticon cute

Let us all know if you try any of the projects!

Take care,

Courtney

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shorty

04/02/2020 at 2:02 AM

Hi all,

This pandemic is not helping my depression.  I need to vent to anyone wanting to listen.  The other day my depression was so bad I was actually crying.


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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/02/2020 at 8:41 PM

@shorty Hello shorty, thank you for sharing how you're feeling. This is a such a difficult time for all, especially for those dealing with mental health. How are you coping? The Carenity community is here for you to vent to!

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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/02/2020 at 8:57 PM

Hello everyone,

Sorry I'm a bit late today with our daily activity. But today I come bearing some advice from the organization queen herself, Marie Kondo!

Marie Kondo Organises a Junk Drawer, Apartment Therapy

Don't we all have a drawer, or in my case a whole closet, where we put those things that don't seem to have their place? Well in this video Marie shows us some good techniques for finally getting a hand on that mess! 

Let us all know if you try her organization tricks! 

Take care,

Courtney

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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/03/2020 at 7:02 PM

Hello everyone!

How are you today? The weekend is quickly approaching and the weather forecast maybe calling for some nice spring weather! emoticon sun

It's recommended to get at least 10 to 15 minutes of sunshine per day. So for the lucky ones who have a backyard or outdoor space, take advantage if you can! For the others, standing near a sunny window also counts. emoticon wink 

Today's little activity: karaoke! What a better way to ring in the weekend than by singing some of our favorite songs! You can do this alone or with others, it's always a lot of fun. emoticon cute

Here is a small selection of classics across the decades:

Karaoke 60's, 70's, 80's & 90's

Are you going to give it a try? What's your favorite decade for music? emoticon music-noteemoticon music

Take care,

Courtney

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avatar UnschathedSpade7

UnschathedSpade7

04/04/2020 at 12:03 AM

My favorite decade for music was the '90s.  I often listen artists like Tori Amos, and R.E.M. while I am between gaming sessions or working out (which is basically spring cleaning with enthusiasm. it is almost spring after all. :)

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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/06/2020 at 6:04 PM

@UnschathedSpade7 Ooh yes, the 90's was such a good decade for music! I don't know Tori Amos, but I am familiar with R.E.M.! I will be get my 90's playlist on tonight!

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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/06/2020 at 6:05 PM

Hello members,

What did you do this weekend to stay busy? I managed to get a little time in the sun by planting some seeds I had lying around! emoticon clover

Today's activity idea takes place in the kitchen! Here is a simple recipe for some breakfast cookies!

3-INGREDIENT BANANA OATMEAL BREAKFAST COOKIES

This period is difficult enough as it is, we might as well indulge a bit!  Let us all know if you try out the recipe!

Take care,

Courtney

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Courtney_J

Community manager
04/07/2020 at 6:32 PM

Hello everyone,

Sorry I'm a bit late with my post today! What have you been doing to keep busy?

Today's activity is a craft, but a very useful one! As there is currently a shortage of masks, you may want to make one for yourself or for your loved ones, or even for the healthcare professionals in your community! Here's a helpful how-to video by a Parsons School of Design professor:

How to sew a face mask, Washington Post

Let me know if you give it a try, this could be a fun weekend project!

Take care,

Courtney

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