Keeping busy, it sounds so easy in the theory but in practice it can quite frustrating. You may be wondering what to do during self-isolation, so we’ve pulled together a list of things to do to help you out. From losing yourself in a box set and socialising with friends in a socially distant way to doing a spot of self-improvement, here are some ideas to inspire you. Remember keeping busy is just half the battle.
OUR NETFLIX TOP 5
- Dead to Me
- Down to Earth
- Stranger Things
- New Girl
OUR AMAZON PRIME TOP 5
- This is Us
- Game Night
- Lost
- Booksmart
- Fleabag
PLUG IN TO A PODCAST
- The Michelle Obama Podcast
- The Calmer You Podcast
- Obsessed with…Normal People
- Today In Focus
- The Rewatchables
ENJOY SOME ‘ME TIME’
- Bake banana bread or another tasty dish
- Do a home workout
- De-clutter your phone
- Order in a takeaway – sign up to Deliveroo, Just Eat or Uber Eats for discounts
- Meditate or do a yoga workout
GET TOGETHER
- Host a games night with your ‘bubble’
- Facetime someone close to you
- Have a VFN (Virtual Film Night) with a friend
- Connect with an old friend
EDUCATE YOURSELF
- Try cooking your favourite restaurant meal at home
- Learn more about race
- Whip up the Instagram-popular ‘Dalgona coffee’
- Learn a new skill such as a language
- Watch Ted Talks
It’s going to be harder than ever to try and keep busy.
