Self isolation ideas

Self-isolation ideas: 

I  don't know who this will reach but I hope it is able to help at least one person. 

The media isn't helping people's anxiety right now and this whole situation seems to have been completely out of proportion. There's no need to over scare people. 

There's no need to post diagnosis or death articles as much as people are. 

Also, a lot of joking is going on I

I understand some of this I people trying to make themselves feel more at ease but some people keep qt it and it's getting stupid now. 

 panic buying loo roll is not needed either. All those poor old and vulnerable people who can now not get what they need because of selfish hoarders, if extremely desperate there's other things you can use that would work just as well as loo roll. 

What always amazes me is how the disabled community always rally around each other & make sure everyone is okay. It does make you feel better to know people care even if you haven't ever met them. 

home concerts~ Talking from the experience of someone who has actually done this. But only ever alone & mostly at night when I've woke up & for whatever reason had energy. simply just blast your favourite album, even better if you can find a live album. 

Create your cinema~ Again simple. Find a DVD or look at a streaming service for a decent film. Maybe one you missed whilst it was out at the cinema. Make your own snacks or eat whatever you can find. 

Futurelearn~ I suggested this yesterday and recommend it whenever someone seems in need. I've used this multiple times to find home projects, it has been a lifesaver especially in the winter when all the bugs are going around. 

Skype or facetime~ Any app that allows you to video call is always a good thing. This way you can still keep in touch with your family & friends and see their faces at the same time. 

~ Various museums are offering virtual tours for people stuck at home in isolation. Definitely worth a look especially if you enjoy history

Art~ Art calms the mind & is good for the soul. Even if you feel you are or will be terrible at it give it a go particularly if you are feeling anxious or worried. Art for therapy really does work. 

YouTube tutorials~ Another way of learning something new. Also, a better way of learning if you find it easier to learn through videos rather than reading.

Read a book~ Choose your favourite. One that's recommended, your favourite or one you haven't had the time to get around to reading. If you're not sure what to read, have no unread or loved books download a kindle version onto your phone or tablet & read that way.

Write that thing you've been wanting to write~ The title is unnecessarily long but covers it all. Whatever it is you've been putting off writing write it. If when you finish you find you want to share it and then gain interest or confidence in writing. Join Wattpad or any other writing platform & share your work with others. 

GET THAT PAPERWORK DONE ~ Such a boring one but you have the time so why not at least make a start?

Play a board or card game ~I love board games & card games. In this day & age, people seem to forget they exist but even the simplest of games can bring so much joy.

Create your own game ~ Make up a game as simple or as complicated as you like.

Start a youtube channel~ Talk about something you feel passionate about. You could even have a go at making your own film or show & post it online. 

from Monday, at 6 pm GMT / 2 pm EST / 11 am PST (If anyone knows the U.K times message me & I'll add them) Oliver Jeffers will be reading one of his books every weekday and talking about how it came about and the things that went into making it.

@macbarnett

will be doing the same with his books, an hour later.

@kaleidoscopeire

are doing a daily creative project online titled ‘Home Club’, starting Monday 

Also as a reminder, Shakespeare may have written "King Lear" whilst in quarantine from the plague. So it's worth trying something new or taking up a passion project. 

I hope you've all enjoyed this blog. I don't know who will read this but I hope it is able to help at least one person. 

The media isn't helping the situation at all although I know others who are. Especially those in the chronic illness community who continue to look out for each other whatever. A lot of people are getting unnecessarily scared & freaking others out when really there's no need.