Creative & Inspiring Things to Do When You’re Stuck at Home
In a world where you’re always on the go, spending quality time at home every now and then can be nice. But when you’re stuck at home, all those creature comforts you cherish about your personal dwelling space don’t seem as nice. Especially when you don’t have a choice!
Whether you’re hunkering down to save money, avoid inclement weather, or you’re simply trying to establish some social distance, being stuck at home can make you feel trapped! Luckily, there are plenty of ways to stay creative and keep yourself inspired during your home isolation. Here are a few ideas for what to do when you’re stuck in the house all day.
Clean your house.
With daily life always getting in the way, your humble abode can get a little messy. And while the idea of cleaning your house doesn’t sound creative or inspiring, it can certainly help in your inspirational journey! For starters, you may find things you forgot you had, like painting supplies, musical equipment, or even an old pair of knitting needles from your crafty DIY phase. Second, it’s a great way to get organized and give yourself some room to breath. With all that clutter out of the way, you can really focus on doing you!
Do some gardening.
Sometimes, there’s nothing more rewarding than getting your hands dirty with a little gardening! Plant flowers or a vegetable patch. Get creative by adding in some pathways to traverse your garden as it grows. Once everything starts coming in full bloom, you’ll thank yourself for all the flowers, fruits, and veggies you worked so hard to cultivate. Nothing says fresh like produce picked straight from your yard! And if you don’t have a yard for a garden, try using some smaller raised beds on a patio or balcony!
Practice your craft.
Perhaps you used to be a wizard at Guitar Hero or you could really slay at drawing. If you feel like your busy on-the-go life has robbed you of your sweet skills, then it’s time to revisit them! Choose your most mentally productive time of day and set some time aside to practice your skill. By the end of your self-quarantine phase, your friends will think you’ve gone pro.
Connect with long-distance loved ones.
Being stuck at home doesn’t mean you have to be alone. In fact, it can be a great time to catch up with long-distance loved ones! With all kinds of online video chat options, there are plenty of ways to connect face-to-face. Check in on grandma, see how your old college roommate is doing, or say hey to your old friend from high school who lives six states away now. Take the time to ask them questions or get to know things about them that you didn’t know already. It could be some good inspirational fuel for yourself later!
Start a blog.
You have thoughts and feelings, so why not start a blog! Even if you don’t think of yourself as a skilled writer, starting a blog can still be a great release. Make yourself a fresh cup of tea or coffee, grab your keyboard, and fire away! Write about anything and everything you can think of, and over time, you may be impressed at your portfolio of blog pieces. Who knows, you may even unlock some hidden inspiration within yourself!
Challenge your culinary skills.
When you’re stuck at home, there’s almost no better pastime than eating food! So, why not take the most enjoyable activity to do while at home and amplify it! Watch a cooking tutorial on a new recipe you’ve never tried, use a new ingredient, or try a cuisine you’ve never cooked before. Just remember to have fun and be creative!
Take online classes.
The internet is a very big place, filled with many opportunities to learn. And many of those opportunities are free! No matter if you’re on a break from school or if it’s been a while since you’ve been in a classroom setting, it’s never too late to learn! Find a video on a topic that interests you, preferably one you can follow along with or take notes on. For a more in-depth learning experience try a subscription-based online class, such as Skillshare, Lynda, or Masterclass.
Express yourself through art.
Now is a great time to do something creative. Since we can’t be together to paint in our studio, we now have an option for you to Twist at Home! Simply purchase a Twist at Home kit online and a kit will be shipped directly to your doorstep! Our kit includes all the art supplies you need along with a step-by-step guide and video tutorial to complete your painting! We have adult and kid options so the whole family can enjoy a creative escape.
