Facing boredom while quarantined is nothing new. I know I’ve tried a variety of activities from baking to finishing many Netflix TV series to try and help keep me entertained. One of the best ways I kept sane during this time was just getting outside. For different people that can mean different things. I am fortunate Read More…
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Let’s Get Creative! Start Writing During Quarantine
Locked inside during this pandemic, many have searched for new ways to express themselves and pass time while in quarantine. If you’ve already tried new recipes or attempted to learn a new skill and are looking for a new pastime, why not try creative writing? Writing is a fun hobby that lets you use your Read More…
No More Excuses, Let’s Read!
When I was younger, I was a reader. As I grew up and began to develop other hobbies, I let reading slip away from me. I always felt like I was too busy with school or work or a social life to read for pleasure. However, when the quarantine began, I realized I no longer Read More…
Gym Closed? No Problem!
As we are spending more time indoors and less time outside, it is especially vital to devote some time in your day to stay active! There are numerous health benefits to working out, as the endorphins released can boost your mood, help manage anxiety, and reduce stress levels. As we are in lockdown, this is Read More…
Getting a Nintendo Switch to Help You Pass Hard Quarantine Days
Though the warm summer days melt away the cold Wisconsin winter, vibrant outdoor activities are still halted by the serious COVID-19 circumstances. The brilliant summertime sunshine reminds us the days of hanging out with friends in the Memorial Union Terrace, but the practice of social distancing seems isolate us from the fun outside world. Actually, Read More…
Decoding the Ultimate Quarantine Side-Hustle
What is this side hustle you speak of? Computer coding! Now, some of you may be thinking “Coding is for math people, I HATE math!” but I swear, it’s not as complicated as it seems! I picked up coding about 3 months ago after I was forced to return home from my internship in New Read More…
Why You Should Clean Out Your Inbox and Just Plug-In!
“Stay 6ft apart” is commonplace in language, on every window in every shop and restaurant, and across our neighbors’ faces as we walk on the sidewalk. But what if being 6-feet apart could actually be the closest we have ever been? Today, most of us can rest from the busyness of everyday life without any Read More…
What Better Way to Spend Quarantine in your Childhood Home by (Re)Reading Harry Potter
Three months into quarantine, students are constantly looking for new ways to preoccupy themselves. Whether you were planning to spend your summer in New York with a competitive internship, or traveling abroad to take summer classes, I’m sure you couldn’t predict you would be socially distancing. Here are three reasons why reliving your childhood by Read More…
Calling All Young Females: Discover the World of Youtube Influencers
Youtube is no longer just a platform for music videos and funny pet compilations, it is a space full of empowering young women openly sharing their life experiences and advice. You can join supportive and helpful communities while still keeping a safe social distance! Below are some of the best influencers aimed to empower and Read More…
Houseplants: Fun and Wholesome Pastimes for Lockdown
For many amidst this pandemic, social distancing has turned into a long bout of social isolation that feels never-ending. Luckily, houseplants are great companions and pastimes for social isolation. Here are 3 reasons you should invest in houseplants during lockdown. 1. Plants Boost Mental Health The increasingly popular hypothesis of Biophilia explains the psychological benefits Read More…