10 Ways to Engage Your Mind While You’re at Home
Of course, the whole point of social distancing and self-isolating at home is to avoid the novel coronavirus and Covid-19, the dangerous disease it causes. You’re probably washing hands often, wearing a mask in public, and taking other steps to keep your body healthy. But what about your mind? Long stretches at home and alone can be challenging for mental and emotional health.
Here are 10 ideas from Middlesex County podiatrist Dr. Jason Grossman to help keep you mentally stimulated during the days and weeks ahead:
Investigate and master new technology. Current options will help you stay connected and explore the world around you.
Schedule a phone or video call with a family member or friend you haven’t spoken to or seen in a while. Use some of your extra time to invest in those relationships.
Write a letter or send a postcard. Be creative. Use markers to add color or sketch something that you see outside your window.
Listen to music…not as background while you’re doing something else, but as its own activity, deserving of your full attention.
Cook or bake something new. Try a new technique or order an ingredient you always wanted to investigate.
Do you enjoy games or puzzles? Many online options are available and are easy after just an initial learning curve.
Catch up on some old movies you’ve meant to see or a television show that you never got around to watching.
Commit to reading an entire book series.
Look for online lectures on a topic that interests you or tours of someplace you’ve always wanted to go.
Is there a task you’ve been putting off? Spend a few hours sprucing up your home. It will make it more enjoyable to spend time inside.
Stay safe and well, everyone. If a problem related to the health of your feet, ankles, or lower legs arises, call Advanced Feet and Ankle Care’s Old Bridge and Sayreville offices at (732) 679-4330 or click here for help. Jason Grossman, DPM, and our professional staff will be happy to work with you to determine the most appropriate course of action.