20 Things to Do While Stuck Inside

by Michelle Lucca

I know everyone may be going a little stir crazy during this quarantine. Here are some activities to try to break up the days. Tell me what you think! If you have other suggestions, comment below. I, for one, never thought I'd have the time to be a blogger, so here you go:

Watch Online Documentaries:

There are 1000s of videos which cover 100s of topics available for free through Youtube. Learn some new things to do. If you have kids, find one about what they are currently learning for school.
Learn New Things:

Type in google what you are passionate about to learn more. Educate yourself on what you find fascinating.
Garden:

Purchase a few cheap seeds and see what grows! Try giving positive affirmations to one plant and negative comments to the other and see what happens. Creates a great learning lesson for children (and adults). Also, this will help let out your frustrations.
Knit/Crochet:

Create scarfs or blankets for upcoming holidays. Finances might become tight so this is a great way to plan ahead for gift giving. Plus knitting is very therapeutic and makes you happy!
Color and Draw:

Not just for kids! Give it a try.
Practice Yoga and Meditation:

Find a tutorial video. Great for the whole family to bring stress levels down and to learn patience.
Read a Book:

Read for yourself or read to your kids to keep everyone occupied.
Learn a Language:

There are many great free resources to learn the basics. Practice with family to get the hang of basic conversation.
Play Board Games:

Many games are available for download online including dominoes, printable dice, battleship, chess, backgammon, checkers, rummy cube, tic tac toe, and many more!
Learn Magic Tricks:

All you need is basic household items to get started. Have family contest to keep it interesting!
Create a Bucket List:

Being in quarantine can put into perspective the things we have taken for granted. Make a list of all the things you want to do in life for when we no longer have to social distance ourselves. Things you can do now are sure to pop up on that list.
Teach Your Pet Tricks:

If you have a pet, this is a great way to spend your time. Teach them new tricks like roll over! You may even get a little exercise while you're at it.
Build LEGOS:

create a LEGO masterpiece
Learn to Cook or Bake:

Grab that dusty cook book and follow a recipe
Make a Treasure Hunt:

Get creative and leave clues for your family around the house for hidden treasure!
Properly Recycle:

Maybe not a "fun" activity but something we should really pay attention to!
Make a To-Do list:

Many of us have put off doing a lot of things because we didn't have time. Well now we do, so get started!
Mixology:

Experiment with new ingredients to create the perfect cocktail.
Learn to Sew:

Us short people should learn how to hem our own pants. No time like today to begin.
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