Lockdown means Self-Exploring

LOCK-DOWN MEANS SELF-EXPLORING

Make the most use of Quarantine

Now the Nation is under lock down due to the epidemic of Corona-virus. That means we have no other option but to spend time at home. Maybe it feels a bit disorientating! Boring! Haven't any idea how to spend the time in lock down? - Let's find some ways. Look at the brighter side of it and do some productive things. Lock down means Self-Exploring, make the most use of Quarantine time. Here are some ideas to get rid of boredom and make it more constructive. time to channelize our time and energy in soul searching and discover the potentiality lies in oneself. Create new routine, organize tasks to make the days more meaningful. Following ideas can help you a lot -

The very first thing we should try is Cleaning - means deep cleaning your entire house. From roof to floors, surface to underneath. This will also help you to stay protective from spreading germs. Disinfected your rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, furniture and decorative objects. One thing we should keep in our mind that the entire process of cleaning not only helps to sanitize home but also help to shape our body.

Plantation could be second choice. In this hot & humid season let's plant some green and do good for the planet. Planting some indoor or balcony trees are not at all hectic. Choose plants that grows very easily and can be found anywhere like Tulsi, Aloe Vera etc, they also emit oxygen. So, bring some unused pots, put soil and get Green.

Now its time for DIY ( DO IT YOURSELF) - means those pending ignored household works, can't do them before due to busy scheduled, now can easily be done. Like fixing objects, repairing devices, screwed up decorative things or painting, stitching clothes etc.

Let's make our family bonding strong. Quarantine time means Family Time. Spend quality times with your family members. Share each other's experiences, opinions, childhood memories etc. Involves elders & younger to enrich the amusement.

Reading Books from your collections is another option. This is the idle time to spend on books, which only collects dust nowadays.

Show your Culinary skills, make a storm in the kitchen. Practising traditional or continental will turn them into a signature dish.

Spending time in Social Media is obviously a good enjoyment. Netflix, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Online movies & music are there to overcome boredom. One can easily start his/her YouTube channel or write down a blog.

Don't skip Workout - try Yoga, Meditation, freehand exercise to keep yourself relaxed from surroundings.

Spend some 'Me Time' in this period. Take good care from top to toe. On other days most of us could not follow a proper regime due to business. But now you can go for it. Try some homemade packs suitable for your skin and hair. Apply plenty of oils on hair for nourishment.

Resurrection your Hobby - which was neglected so long. Practising an instrument, Painting, Learning Foreign Languages, Handcrafting could be entertaining.

Share time with children, as they always long for it. Indoor games like chess, video games, hide &seek, Ludo can be tasted at this time.

Organize your Wardrobe, Bookcases, Racks, Computer Table, files, important papers & nostalgic photo albums in this period.

Wash and store winter items and separate outgrown items for donation.

Clean backpacks and reusable bags, make them germless. 

Clean your car or other vehicles you own.

Home appliances like Refrigerator, Washing machine, Microwave, Geezer, Television set, Computer, Laptops, Home theatre, Speaker even your Mobile - they all need your attention.

Give a makeover to your house. Rearranged furniture and decorative objects to give a new look to your sweet home.

Many of us have wished for more times at home and now the opportunity has come. So, use it properly. There are plenty of things to do so try them of your choice and accomplished.

Not the least, Support 'Janata Curfew', Stay at home. Remember, Lock-down means Self-Exploring, make the most use of Quarantine time. Frequently wash your hands with soaps or hand wash. Don't touch your eyes, nose and mouth. Taking hygiene and quarantine seriously is the only way to defeat Corona.