Social media can be mentally draining so here is a list of what you could and should be doing instead!
1. Read A Book
book near eyeglasses and cappuccinoPhoto by Sincerely Media on UnsplashReading is such a peaceful thing to partake in not to mention the knowledge that can be gained.
2. Clean Out Your Closet
white electric guitar in closetPhoto by Jamesthethomas5 on UnsplashGo a step further and donate your clothes to the less fortunate.
3. Paint
black and white pen on white printer paperPhoto by Fatih Akay on UnsplashPainting is relaxing and rewarding.
4. Go On A Nature Walk
gray concrete bridge and waterfalls during daytimePhoto by Blake Richard Verdoorn on UnsplashTake some time to admire God's Creation.
5. Make, Bake Or Cook Something New
Oreo cookie sandwiches dessert in short-stem glassPhoto by Emile Mbunzama on UnsplashYummy! :)
6. Go To The Gym
person standing beside black weightsPhoto by Victor Freitas on UnsplashTime to grind. Release those endorphins.
7. Meditate
woman doing yoga meditation on brown parquet flooringPhoto by Jared Rice on UnsplashClear your mind from all that anxiety and stress.
8. Play Board Games
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9. Create And Or Write In A Journal
red and purple coloring pencils on pink journalPhoto by Jess Bailey on UnsplashYour personal book of expressions.
11. Watch The Sunset Or Sunrise
silhouette of trees near body of water during sunsetPhoto by Dave Hoefler on UnsplashSo pretty.
12. Have A Bonfire
bonfirePhoto by Patrick Hendry on UnsplashGrab a couple friends, some marshmallows and keep warm.
16. Do Yoga
woman doing yoga posePhoto by Patrick Malleret on UnsplashSome benefits of yoga are increases in balance and strength as well as a decrease in stress.
18. Go Stargazing
low angle photo of starry nightPhoto by guille pozzi on UnsplashWho knows...maybe you will see a shooting star.
21. Write A Short Story
fountain pen on black lined paperPhoto by Aaron Burden on UnsplashThe world is your oyster.
22. Watch A Movie
photography of CinemaPhoto by Myke Simon on UnsplashStay in, go out, or maybe try a drive-in.
24. Try A New Restaurant
red padded sofa and tables inside buildingPhoto by Spencer Davis on Unsplash25. Color In A Coloring Book
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27. Go To A Museum
dinosaur structure in museumPhoto by Anthony DELANOIX on UnsplashGo check out the latest exhibits.
32. Go On A Trip
lake at the center of mountain at daytimePhoto by Alex Ip on UnsplashGo somewhere new...whether it is a day trip or a long vacation!
33. Take A Nap
brown and black short coated medium sized dog lying on gray concrete floor during daytimePhoto by Pete Walls on Unsplash35. Go Snowboarding, Skiing, Or Ice Skating
person in red jacket and blue pants riding on ski blades on snow covered ground duringPhoto by Curt Nichols on Unsplash36. Go Fishing Or Ice Fishing
person holding black fishing rodPhoto by Mathieu Le Roux on UnsplashOne of my absolute favorites! Don't knock it til you try it.
37. Volunteer To Give Back
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38. Go Outside And Play Sports
brown Wilson American footballPhoto by Dave Adamson on UnsplashSoccer, basketball, football, tennis, volleyball, baseball, gymnastics, swimming, bad mitten, hockey, cornhole, bocce, shooting, golf, surfing, fishing, hunting, lacrosse, rugby and so many more.
39. Go Camping Or To A Cabin
three dome tents with lights on forest beside campfirePhoto by Tommy Lisbin on UnsplashLet's gather 'round the campfire, and sing our campfire song.
40. Tye Dye T-Shirts Or Really Anything
blue yellow and red textilePhoto by Daniele Levis Pelusi on Unsplash42. Write A Goal Or Gratitude List
Today I am Grateful bookPhoto by Gabrielle Henderson on UnsplashEndless reasons to be thankful.
43. Teach Yourself Something New
Taken during a party of a choir.Photo by Geert Pieters on UnsplashMaybe learn a new instrument or how to solve a Rubik's Cube.
44. Surround Yourself With Family And Friends
three men and one woman laughing during daytimePhoto by Helena Lopes on Unsplash45. Visit A Body Of Water
grey canoe on calm body of water near tall trees at daytimePhoto by Aaron Burden on UnsplashMaybe sit on a dock or skip some rocks.
47. Set Off Fireworks
fireworks displayPhoto by Kristian Løvstad on UnsplashHave fun but be cautious.