For many, it has been days since they last stepped out of their homes due to the increasing concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic. Their daily routine had transformed into the confines of their homes. Their favorite hang-out areas and gyms are also closed.

This situation will remain unchanged if the spread of the COVID-19 is still uncontrolled.

So, what to do now? Try to figure out ways to keep your days well spent with indoor hobbies and relaxing activities. Getting busy with a favorite activity helps manage stress.

Here are some productive activities while on home quarantine:

Formulate a Bucket List

While homebound, you have more time to create a bucket list of hobbies, says an article. This list may include hobbies you have been wanting to try but don't have time to do or learn.

Some of these hobbies may include learning how to cook with parents, learning how to knit, and getting back to a forgotten hobby like writing poetry.

Currently, there is a company delivering a 'quarantine kit.' This company delivers supplies for knitting scarves. Also, it has links to online knitting classes. Additionally, there is a Facebook group where conversations about knitting can be done.

In this current situation, focus on things you can do inside your home. This does not mean that being confined in your home means you will not have a social life. You can meet like-minded people online by joining groups on different social media platforms.

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Focus on your Passion

According to hobby scholars, pastime activities help maintain good physical and mental health.

One research found out that individuals who spend the majority of their time with hobbies are less depressed. Also, they were found out to have good cardiovascular health compared to those who don't.

In a study conducted in 2015, it was found out that hobbies have the possibility of medical intervention for individuals who are under an intense level of stress. One reason for this possibility is that

One reason why these activities are good for us is that they let individuals pursue passions that were not possible before. There are a lot of options for activities for those who are stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, people become more self-aware when they are doing activities that they love doing.

Going back to these hobbies helps people reconnect with their old selves. Plus, old hobbies bring back good memories.

Improving Productivity

Researchers have discovered that individuals who spend more time on their hobbies had shown more interest in the world around them. Hobbies can influence us to focus on a certain activity and improve productivity. This allows people to focus and one thing and not think about our worry about other things at the moment.

Knitting has a meditative quality. This activity includes repetitive motions, concentration, and counting. This activity can help lessen anxiety among people.