Why to have fun in quarantine? - By Maria Larissa Moreira Jorge

Anxiety attacks, high stress and even insomnia can be acknowledged during this intense social distancing times. How do we fight it?

Take care of your mind!

Know that this is not necessarily a religious or spiritual process. Meditating is much more about focusing on yourself and disconnecting from the outside world. It includes emptying your thoughts for a moment.

Therefore, it is a great opportunity for relaxation and leisure during social isolation.

 

FUN IN THE KITCHEN

Cooking is a therapy, it is even an opportunity to bring the family together for this leisure activity in quarantine.

HOME CINEMA

Cinephiles on duty, this moment is yours!

We recognize that television has been a safe source to obtain important information from this moment in which we live. However, varying the content and providing entertainment during this programming is healthy

 

BOOK CLUB

Reading has the power to transport you to another reality, lovers of this art have said. What's more, we emphasize that you can take this trip collectively. As a form of leisure in social isolation, you can share reading experiences with your friends (virtually, of course). If everyone reads the same title, the dynamics of the conversation will be very interesting. Each one can bring their perspective on the story and everybody discusses it together.

 

LISTEN TO MUSIC

 Music plays an important role at this time. And there is no right or wrong, good or bad music. There is music that makes us feel good. So if you like classical music, listen to classical music. If you like metal, listen to metal. And so it goes for Brazilian Country Music, pagode, MPB, international classics, you call it! And, amazingly, it can vary! There are people who work with music, who have lunch with music, who meditate with music, exercise with music and there are those who need a moment of creative leisure to enjoy their favorite songs.

 

WRITE, PAINT, TAKE OFF THE PAPER GOOD IDEAS

This is already the advanced stage for quarantine. You know those ideas that never make it into the agenda because you don't have time for them? Yeah, now you do. Not everyone can focus on a new activity, but if you want to give it a try, you can discover the creativity hidden within you. Choose a time of the day to practice and get to work. Important: if you don't make it or give up, don't blame yourself. Don't let frustration take over. You are doing it because you want to, not because you have to. If you give up, there's no problem. The interesting thing about these activities that are outside our comfort zone is that we need more concentration to do than we are used to and this fills the time effectively.

 

STUDY! LEARN!

Another activity that is bonus. A lot of people say they have to study, take all the courses in the world, but that's not quite the case. Just do what you feel like doing as long as you feel like it. Some people will study languages, others will improve their skills and there are still those who will discover new knowledge. Anything goes. Improving or starting to study something new is pleasant and provides energy for everyday living. But remember! Don't make it an obsession or just do it in your spare time. Try to set limits on your hours within a balanced and healthy schedule.

Thanks for reading!