<\/span>1. Learn to code<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nComputer coding is sometimes seen by people as a kind of superpower \u2013 and it\u2019s no lie to say it\u2019s extremely useful to be able to code. However, it\u2019s the kind of superpower you could master yourself, at least to a certain degree. You won\u2019t become the next Bill Gates overnight, but you can definitely learn the basics of some programming languages.<\/p>\n
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If you\u2019re interested in setting up your own blog to publish your ideas and activities, it will be extremely useful to learn some HTML<\/a>. It\u2019s one of the simplest, most intuitive computer languages and a good start for learning how to code. Python<\/a> is another accessible, general-purpose coding language ideal for beginners. To become adept, consider exploring in-depth Python courses<\/a> that offer comprehensive learning paths online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe resources for learning to code are abundant and mostly free online \u2013 use the time you have at your disposal to gain skills that are always asked for on the job market and, more importantly, that can be done from the safety of your home.<\/p>\n
<\/span>2. Become a mentor for others<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re proficient in a certain area \u2013 art, music, sports, math, and so on \u2013 you could share your knowledge and passion with other people. It\u2019s helpful to feel connected to others and to meet new people, at least online.<\/p>\n
Let your friends and family know you\u2019re willing to provide online courses or post about it on social media \u2013 a lot of parents out there will be grateful to you for entertaining and educating their kids. You could also contact educational NGOs \u2013 they probably could use trainers right now, and you\u2019ll be able to connect to a wider audience.<\/p>\n
<\/span>3. Quilt your lockdown story <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nStart quilting \u2013 it’s fun, it\u2019s creative, and you\u2019ll end up with a cozy bedspread that you can keep and maybe one day show to your grandchildren. Quilts can tell stories \u2013 so you can design yours to mirror your thoughts and feelings from the pandemic lockdown. You need fabric, thread and needles \u2013 and to watch some online tutorials<\/a> \u2013 and then you\u2019re ready to go.<\/p>\n![\"Quilting\"](\"https:\/\/www.storagecafe.com\/blog\/storagecafe\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/44\/2020\/06\/Hobbies-quilting.jpg\")
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Quilting even helps you recycle clothes or bedsheets you\u2019re no longer using \u2013 cut them up and include them in your design. You do need some workspace to make a quilt, so it might be a good idea to rent a storage unit<\/a> and move some of the stuff you don\u2019t use right now into it, for example sporting equipment, seasonal items and so on.<\/p>\n<\/span>4. Coloring is not just for kids<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nAdult coloring books became all the rage during the last few years, and for good reason: there\u2019s something inherently calming and fulfilling about adding color to intricate, gorgeous designs. Not only that, but it\u2019s also the kind of hobby you can do with your kids, helping all of you bond and spend some quality time together during this summer. Travel and summer camps might not be possible right now, but you can still bring some color into your life.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>5. Try your hand at whittling<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nAll you need is a pocketknife and a few pieces of wood \u2013 whittling is a fun, cheap and accessible hobby for people who love to create things with their own hands. Now, you finally have the time to turn the wooden spoons in your home into true works of art.<\/p>\n
<\/span>6. Juggle your stress away<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nBusy people are normally juggling with tasks, errands, and meetings. But the lockdown and the social distancing rules brought many of those things to a standstill, so why not start juggling…. literally! It\u2019s an activity that engages you both mentally and physically and requires perfect concentration, helping you free your mind from all the stress and negative thoughts.<\/p>\n
<\/span>7. Learn a new language<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nWhether perfecting your high-school Spanish or getting ready for your dream vacation when the pandemic is over, now is the perfect time to improve your foreign language skills. Apps like Duolingo<\/a> or Babbel<\/a> make the process fun and interactive, and, in no time, you\u2019ll be able to have a short, basic conversation in a new language.<\/p>\n<\/span>8. Start a podcast<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIf the weeks of staying at home and talking with just a handful of people affected your spirits, starting a podcast will provide the audience you crave. Discuss your favorite topics and connect with likeminded people \u2013 podcasting certainly makes social distancing easier to deal with.<\/p>\n
<\/span>9. Try calligraphy to clear your mind<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nThe resources for learning to code are abundant and mostly free online \u2013 use the time you have at your disposal to gain skills that are always asked for on the job market and, more importantly, that can be done from the safety of your home.<\/p>\n
<\/span>2. Become a mentor for others<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re proficient in a certain area \u2013 art, music, sports, math, and so on \u2013 you could share your knowledge and passion with other people. It\u2019s helpful to feel connected to others and to meet new people, at least online.<\/p>\n
Let your friends and family know you\u2019re willing to provide online courses or post about it on social media \u2013 a lot of parents out there will be grateful to you for entertaining and educating their kids. You could also contact educational NGOs \u2013 they probably could use trainers right now, and you\u2019ll be able to connect to a wider audience.<\/p>\n
<\/span>3. Quilt your lockdown story <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nStart quilting \u2013 it’s fun, it\u2019s creative, and you\u2019ll end up with a cozy bedspread that you can keep and maybe one day show to your grandchildren. Quilts can tell stories \u2013 so you can design yours to mirror your thoughts and feelings from the pandemic lockdown. You need fabric, thread and needles \u2013 and to watch some online tutorials<\/a> \u2013 and then you\u2019re ready to go.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Quilting even helps you recycle clothes or bedsheets you\u2019re no longer using \u2013 cut them up and include them in your design. You do need some workspace to make a quilt, so it might be a good idea to rent a storage unit<\/a> and move some of the stuff you don\u2019t use right now into it, for example sporting equipment, seasonal items and so on.<\/p>\n<\/span>4. Coloring is not just for kids<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nAdult coloring books became all the rage during the last few years, and for good reason: there\u2019s something inherently calming and fulfilling about adding color to intricate, gorgeous designs. Not only that, but it\u2019s also the kind of hobby you can do with your kids, helping all of you bond and spend some quality time together during this summer. Travel and summer camps might not be possible right now, but you can still bring some color into your life.<\/p>\n
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<\/span>5. Try your hand at whittling<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nAll you need is a pocketknife and a few pieces of wood \u2013 whittling is a fun, cheap and accessible hobby for people who love to create things with their own hands. Now, you finally have the time to turn the wooden spoons in your home into true works of art.<\/p>\n
<\/span>6. Juggle your stress away<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nBusy people are normally juggling with tasks, errands, and meetings. But the lockdown and the social distancing rules brought many of those things to a standstill, so why not start juggling…. literally! It\u2019s an activity that engages you both mentally and physically and requires perfect concentration, helping you free your mind from all the stress and negative thoughts.<\/p>\n
<\/span>7. Learn a new language<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nWhether perfecting your high-school Spanish or getting ready for your dream vacation when the pandemic is over, now is the perfect time to improve your foreign language skills. Apps like Duolingo<\/a> or Babbel<\/a> make the process fun and interactive, and, in no time, you\u2019ll be able to have a short, basic conversation in a new language.<\/p>\n<\/span>8. Start a podcast<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIf the weeks of staying at home and talking with just a handful of people affected your spirits, starting a podcast will provide the audience you crave. Discuss your favorite topics and connect with likeminded people \u2013 podcasting certainly makes social distancing easier to deal with.<\/p>\n
<\/span>9. Try calligraphy to clear your mind<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Start quilting \u2013 it’s fun, it\u2019s creative, and you\u2019ll end up with a cozy bedspread that you can keep and maybe one day show to your grandchildren. Quilts can tell stories \u2013 so you can design yours to mirror your thoughts and feelings from the pandemic lockdown. You need fabric, thread and needles \u2013 and to watch some online tutorials<\/a> \u2013 and then you\u2019re ready to go.<\/p>\n Quilting even helps you recycle clothes or bedsheets you\u2019re no longer using \u2013 cut them up and include them in your design. You do need some workspace to make a quilt, so it might be a good idea to rent a storage unit<\/a> and move some of the stuff you don\u2019t use right now into it, for example sporting equipment, seasonal items and so on.<\/p>\n Adult coloring books became all the rage during the last few years, and for good reason: there\u2019s something inherently calming and fulfilling about adding color to intricate, gorgeous designs. Not only that, but it\u2019s also the kind of hobby you can do with your kids, helping all of you bond and spend some quality time together during this summer. Travel and summer camps might not be possible right now, but you can still bring some color into your life.<\/p>\n All you need is a pocketknife and a few pieces of wood \u2013 whittling is a fun, cheap and accessible hobby for people who love to create things with their own hands. Now, you finally have the time to turn the wooden spoons in your home into true works of art.<\/p>\n Busy people are normally juggling with tasks, errands, and meetings. But the lockdown and the social distancing rules brought many of those things to a standstill, so why not start juggling…. literally! It\u2019s an activity that engages you both mentally and physically and requires perfect concentration, helping you free your mind from all the stress and negative thoughts.<\/p>\n Whether perfecting your high-school Spanish or getting ready for your dream vacation when the pandemic is over, now is the perfect time to improve your foreign language skills. Apps like Duolingo<\/a> or Babbel<\/a> make the process fun and interactive, and, in no time, you\u2019ll be able to have a short, basic conversation in a new language.<\/p>\n If the weeks of staying at home and talking with just a handful of people affected your spirits, starting a podcast will provide the audience you crave. Discuss your favorite topics and connect with likeminded people \u2013 podcasting certainly makes social distancing easier to deal with.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/span>4. Coloring is not just for kids<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n<\/span>5. Try your hand at whittling<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>6. Juggle your stress away<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>7. Learn a new language<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>8. Start a podcast<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>9. Try calligraphy to clear your mind<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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