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100 Social Distancing Activities pt.2

Fun things to do when the Apocalypse is Nigh(or when it feels like it)

By Gabrielle FoxPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
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51. Learn to play an Instrument.

52. Fully Memorize lyrics to a REALLY fast song. *still working on One Week by Barenaked Ladies.*

53. DIY Facemasks. You'd be shocked by all the uses for an avocado.

54. Recess! Sidewalk chalk, jump rope, soccer, bubbles!...if you have a yard. If not... rainy day recess?

55. Video Chat Dance off.

56. Grow Plants.

57. Watch Rear Window. Classic Hitchcock about a dude who can't leave his apartment (sound familiar?) and sees something... he shouldn't! *DUN Dun duhh*

58. Contact a long lost friend.

59. Write letters of appreciation to your loved ones. Let them know why you love them and that you're thinking of them!

60. Buddy Run. Are you a runner, have a friend who's a runner? Run on opposite sides of the street!

61. Reach out to your Neighbors. Are they bored too? Could they use some help?

62. Find a competition to enter. Whether you write, draw, edit videos, there are a butt load of competitions you can enter to earn some money!

63. Learn to Crochet.

64. Make Cupcakes!

65. Journal Therapy. It's a thing! And it can help to get everything out of your head!

66. Paint. Your room, your nails, a canvas.

67. Call a psychic. Look at tarot cards, get a horoscope app, I personally would not recommend a Ouija board though...

68. Virtual Slam Poetry. *snaps*

69. Make a Piece of Art.

70. Create a Hangout Schedule. Stay connected, and have something weekly to get excited about.

71. Start a passion project. Dive into a hobby!

72. Virtual Date Night. Plan a date, dress up and talk to ya boo.

73. Reflect on what you've Learned. Honestly, we should all be really proud of ourselves.

74. Make a List of Social Distancing Friendly Activities...

75. Cleanse the Energy in your Room. Wash your sheets, open the windows, declutter.

76. Learn how to Massage.

77. Have a Dwight and Jim level Prank War. With roommates or virtually, go get 'em!

78. Make Salsa and Margaritas.

79. Car Parade. Have a sick friend? A lonely friend? Get some people to drive by their place, decorate your car, honk at them and spread some love.

80. Ice cream sundae night.

81. Take the Scenic Route. Got any scenic places you could drive through?

82. Rearrange your room for better Feng Shui.

83. Find ways to Share your Talents. Creativity + Helping others = A good day

84. Practice Mindfulness. Get out of your head and into your body. Be here and now.

85. Car Karaoke.

86. Send Random texts of Kindness.

87. Do something to make your pet happy. they're so easy to please<3

88. Become an online tutor. $$$

89. Research the Meaning of your Dreams. Dream study is a thing.

90. Don't Overdo it with Screen Time. We all know studies link excessive screen time to depression and anxiety. Try downloading an app that keeps track of how much time you actually spend on your phone. You can see where your time is going and then decide if that's what you want!

91. Do Daily Writing Prompts. Get those creative juices flowing!

92. Ask deep questions with loved ones. Guess what you don't know everything about each other!

93. Try a science experiment. And perhaps video tape it for when it goes wrong.

94. Trivia Night! I know everything about Star Wars... try me.

95. Try to Manifest Something.

96. Make Adult Lunchables. PSA. they're hella cute.

97. Figure out the Best way to Cure Dry Skin. My hands are suffering right now.

98. Cozy Night in. Step 1. Get a book. Step 2. Warm up a blanket in the dryer. Step 3. Make tea or hot cocoa. Step 4. Enjoy cozy night in.

99. Make some "Healthy" Snacks. Frozen chocolate bananas count, highly recommend.

100. Listen to your Body. What would make you feel better right now? Take away all expectations, all tasks, give yourself a moment to breath. Now honestly, what could you do right now to make yourself feel better? Do that.

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About the Creator

Gabrielle Fox

Chicana. Feminist. Writer.

I aspire to be real, not perfect.

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