Can I share some totally random things that I've discovered in quarantine? Just in case you need to hear them? YMMV, of course... self care comes first!
1) Ordering like $1-5 things off cheapo or auction sites with slow shipping means random surprise gifts for you and your friends in a few weeks. It can brighten up a day a little. etsy.com/market/unique_…
2) DELICIOUS COCONUT SHRIMP just like corner bar used to serve:
Egg, flake coconut, uncooked shrimp, ground garlic. Whisk the egg in one dish and mix the coconut with garlic and pepper in another, to taste. Dip shrimp in both to coat. Put in fry pan with oil. Fry on both sides.
Egg, flake coconut, uncooked shrimp, ground garlic. Whisk the egg in one dish and mix the coconut with garlic and pepper in another, to taste. Dip shrimp in both to coat. Put in fry pan with oil. Fry on both sides.
3) If you haven't emptied your Before Time personal calendar and put some virtual events in that give you a routine, that's probably a good idea for mental health... whether public or with friends buzzfeed.com/anamariaglavan…
Or weekly events by @cillic @AlyssaM_InfoSec @brysonbort
Or weekly events by @cillic @AlyssaM_InfoSec @brysonbort
4) Are you exercising at all regularly? There are lots of good workouts on YouTube. If your mental health can't take anything strenuous, maybe yoga or qi gong, or even guided meditation?
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5) Baths are pretty great with a tablet caddy, beverage, and pillow. I bought these fancy Japanese bath salts for cheap on Amazon on a few folks recommendation and they are super duper. smile.amazon.com/s?srs=84267600…
6) Do you have any plants? This is a gosh darn great time to grow some veggies. My favorite "can't mess it up" hydroponics system: clickandgrow.com
If that's too pricey, seed trays and bulk seeds are pretty affordable, and this is a great time to start some.
If that's too pricey, seed trays and bulk seeds are pretty affordable, and this is a great time to start some.
7) It's time to get out that blender you never use for healthy smoothies and frozen cocktails. You're not in a rush to go out somewhere... heck, get the fondue pot out, too.
8) Have you lost your sleep schedule? Is it impacting your mental health? Is it time to schedule an event with folks (virtually) that makes you wake up earlier, or find a way to wind down better at night? I count on my coworker @malanalysis to wake me up. He just loves it.
9) Do you like having nice nails? I like having nice nails!
Gel manicures do come off with pure acetone, but this is way easier: smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07…
They also last longer and are easier to do in my opinion. You'll need files, a cheapo UV light, base coat, color, and top coat.
Gel manicures do come off with pure acetone, but this is way easier: smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07…
They also last longer and are easier to do in my opinion. You'll need files, a cheapo UV light, base coat, color, and top coat.
10) Do you like having fun hair color (that is not grey)? Overtone is easy to put on in the shower and comes out after a month of washes or so without wrecking your hair and getting you yelled at by your stylist or barber. overtone.co
11) Time has no meaning anymore, but it is May now - have you changed your furnace filter, your water filter, or your smoke detector batteries? It would be a very silly accident.
12) Have you been cooking up a storm? Or are you still queasy at quarantine cooking? There are lots of great meal kits out there if you're getting groceries delivered, anyhow. My favorite is sunbasket.com, but hellofresh.com is affordable and instructional.
Finally, remember the most important rule - if you're privileged enough to stay home and safe, make sure you're helping where you can - donating, ordering from local restaurants, and helping and protecting our essential workers. Every choice we makes matters!
