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Making The Most Of Social Distancing

Here are some things to do when you are bored during this quarantine.

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Making The Most Of Social Distancing
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Due to COVID-19, stay at home orders have been issued around the globe. Taking away opportunities and memories from thousands of students around the world. Causing them to sit at home with nothing to do other than sit on their phones. Yes, students have started online classes to help them receive class credits, however what is there to do after all the homework is done?

Finding something to keep you busy can be hard to find. Especially when it feels like time is moving at five miles per hour. Here are a few ideas to keep yourself busy:

1. Facetime Friends and Family

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It is important that you stay in touch with your friends and family during this hard time. A five minute call can easily turn into a five hour jam session with your best friend.

2. Naps!

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Yes! Naps are the best way to relieve stress from work or school. Don't worry, no one is judging if you take three naps a day.

3. Games

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Taking a break from technology can be a good thing. Spend time with your family and have a game night!

4. Take A Walk

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Taking walks is a nice way to clear out your mind. Take your animals with you! They need to get out too! Just remember to practice safe social distancing.

5. Write Journals

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Writing is a good way to clear your mind. You can also keep these journals in a safe space and read them in the future. It's a good way to go into a safe place and write down your thoughts.

6. Jam Session!

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Please don't stop the music! It's time to get loose and have some fun! Sing your lungs out and dance til your legs give out.

7. Workout

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During these rough times, anxiety can take over someones mind. Going out to exercise will help you get rid of that negative energy and life the weight from your chest.

8. Be You

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The best way to get over being bored is falling back into normal habits. Go out and practice. Get better at what you are good at.

This is only a short list of things that you can do during this stay at home order, but there is no limit to your own imagination.

One of the hardest thing to do is try and stay positive. When we think of COVID-19 it's only negative. Having a negative attitude will only rub off to other people, causing this situation to get worse.

We will get through this.

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