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2. Prioritize Self-Care<\/strong><\/h3>\nBeing cooped up inside your Philadelphia<\/a> apartment may trick you into thinking there\u2019s nothing worth getting ready for or wondering why you should put any effort into your appearance if you’re not going to step foot outside your San Francisco<\/a> rental anytime soon. Instead, think of how nice it sounds to soak your feet in warm water right about now. And, that hair mask that you need to keep on for two hours? Now\u2019s the time to do it. The same goes for that long bath with bath salts, bubbles and maybe even a nice glass of wine on the side. If pampering has always been an afterthought, this is your chance to make it more of a priority. Who knows, it might become part of your regular routine and teach you to never forget about yourself no matter the circumstances.<\/p>\n3. Read\u2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\u2026something else besides news tweets. Everyone has that one book that you keep postponing or that celebrity biography that was a best-seller and your friends swore by. Or, maybe well-researched editorials are more of your thing. Whatever it is, there\u2019s nothing like reading to take your mind off of things and keep your brain engaged. So, every now and then, turn off your notifications and find something to take you on an intellectual journey.<\/p>\n
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4. Get Cooking<\/strong><\/h3>\nThere\u2019s no excuse now for not getting around to cooking more or trying that new pasta recipe your colleague told you about. Besides the obvious current need to cook at home rather than have it delivered, cooking is also a great way to relieve stress. Not only does it calm us down, but it also serves as a great creative outlet. Plus, every day can be dessert day if you so choose! While you\u2019re at it, share some quality time with family and teach them how to cook \u2013 or let them teach you. There\u2019s no such thing as too many cooks in the kitchen in times like these, so take this opportunity to bond with the ones you live with.<\/p>\n
5. Any Form of Exercise Will Do<\/strong><\/h3>\nUnlike cooking, now may seem like the easiest time to make excuses for not exercising. While hitting the gym is not the best option, and online classes with a trainer may be bothersome, let\u2019s face it \u2013 self-discipline is a virtue most of us lack anyway. But, after those first few days of working from home, your body will make the decision for you and urge you to keep that blood pumping.<\/p>\n
Fortunately, there are a ton of easy online tutorials you can follow, and just as many professionals willing to take you through even the most basic routines. All you need is enough space to move around and the willingness to get started. Here\u2019s a pro tip: just because you\u2019re in the comfort of your own home does not make your pajamas the go-to athleisure item. Instead, put on your workout gear and you\u2019ll find it easier to get into the right active mindset.<\/p>\n
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6. Tidy Up<\/h3>\n
A clean house is always nice to return home to. A clean house you have to spend a few days on end in? Even nicer. Besides the obvious scrubbing and dusting, pay attention to other places that need a bit of decluttering. Maybe the closet needs refreshing, the terrace needs a good sweeping, or you haven\u2019t cleaned out your purse in a while. If you don\u2019t necessarily feel like cleaning, try to embrace a pragmatic \u201cmight-as-well\u201d attitude. Yes, vacuuming is not pleasant and changing your bedsheets feels like a chore no matter how nice sliding into the fresh ones at night feels. But, now you\u2019ve got the time, so you might as well take care of the chores you\u2019re been postponing.<\/p>\n
7. Keep in Touch<\/strong><\/h3>\n
3. Read\u2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\u2026something else besides news tweets. Everyone has that one book that you keep postponing or that celebrity biography that was a best-seller and your friends swore by. Or, maybe well-researched editorials are more of your thing. Whatever it is, there\u2019s nothing like reading to take your mind off of things and keep your brain engaged. So, every now and then, turn off your notifications and find something to take you on an intellectual journey.<\/p>\n
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4. Get Cooking<\/strong><\/h3>\nThere\u2019s no excuse now for not getting around to cooking more or trying that new pasta recipe your colleague told you about. Besides the obvious current need to cook at home rather than have it delivered, cooking is also a great way to relieve stress. Not only does it calm us down, but it also serves as a great creative outlet. Plus, every day can be dessert day if you so choose! While you\u2019re at it, share some quality time with family and teach them how to cook \u2013 or let them teach you. There\u2019s no such thing as too many cooks in the kitchen in times like these, so take this opportunity to bond with the ones you live with.<\/p>\n
5. Any Form of Exercise Will Do<\/strong><\/h3>\nUnlike cooking, now may seem like the easiest time to make excuses for not exercising. While hitting the gym is not the best option, and online classes with a trainer may be bothersome, let\u2019s face it \u2013 self-discipline is a virtue most of us lack anyway. But, after those first few days of working from home, your body will make the decision for you and urge you to keep that blood pumping.<\/p>\n
Fortunately, there are a ton of easy online tutorials you can follow, and just as many professionals willing to take you through even the most basic routines. All you need is enough space to move around and the willingness to get started. Here\u2019s a pro tip: just because you\u2019re in the comfort of your own home does not make your pajamas the go-to athleisure item. Instead, put on your workout gear and you\u2019ll find it easier to get into the right active mindset.<\/p>\n
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6. Tidy Up<\/h3>\n
A clean house is always nice to return home to. A clean house you have to spend a few days on end in? Even nicer. Besides the obvious scrubbing and dusting, pay attention to other places that need a bit of decluttering. Maybe the closet needs refreshing, the terrace needs a good sweeping, or you haven\u2019t cleaned out your purse in a while. If you don\u2019t necessarily feel like cleaning, try to embrace a pragmatic \u201cmight-as-well\u201d attitude. Yes, vacuuming is not pleasant and changing your bedsheets feels like a chore no matter how nice sliding into the fresh ones at night feels. But, now you\u2019ve got the time, so you might as well take care of the chores you\u2019re been postponing.<\/p>\n
7. Keep in Touch<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nThere\u2019s no excuse now for not getting around to cooking more or trying that new pasta recipe your colleague told you about. Besides the obvious current need to cook at home rather than have it delivered, cooking is also a great way to relieve stress. Not only does it calm us down, but it also serves as a great creative outlet. Plus, every day can be dessert day if you so choose! While you\u2019re at it, share some quality time with family and teach them how to cook \u2013 or let them teach you. There\u2019s no such thing as too many cooks in the kitchen in times like these, so take this opportunity to bond with the ones you live with.<\/p>\n
5. Any Form of Exercise Will Do<\/strong><\/h3>\nUnlike cooking, now may seem like the easiest time to make excuses for not exercising. While hitting the gym is not the best option, and online classes with a trainer may be bothersome, let\u2019s face it \u2013 self-discipline is a virtue most of us lack anyway. But, after those first few days of working from home, your body will make the decision for you and urge you to keep that blood pumping.<\/p>\n
Fortunately, there are a ton of easy online tutorials you can follow, and just as many professionals willing to take you through even the most basic routines. All you need is enough space to move around and the willingness to get started. Here\u2019s a pro tip: just because you\u2019re in the comfort of your own home does not make your pajamas the go-to athleisure item. Instead, put on your workout gear and you\u2019ll find it easier to get into the right active mindset.<\/p>\n
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6. Tidy Up<\/h3>\n
A clean house is always nice to return home to. A clean house you have to spend a few days on end in? Even nicer. Besides the obvious scrubbing and dusting, pay attention to other places that need a bit of decluttering. Maybe the closet needs refreshing, the terrace needs a good sweeping, or you haven\u2019t cleaned out your purse in a while. If you don\u2019t necessarily feel like cleaning, try to embrace a pragmatic \u201cmight-as-well\u201d attitude. Yes, vacuuming is not pleasant and changing your bedsheets feels like a chore no matter how nice sliding into the fresh ones at night feels. But, now you\u2019ve got the time, so you might as well take care of the chores you\u2019re been postponing.<\/p>\n
7. Keep in Touch<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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