Say goodbye to boredom!
With lockdowns extending for many, days can feel endless if you're not working remotely. We've curated 15 expert-recommended activities to keep you occupied, productive, and positive for at least two weeks.
Prioritize self-care
Dreamed of more 'me time'? Use this period for indulgence: enjoy a bubble bath, paint your nails, apply a body scrub, or use a hair mask. For inspiring pamper routines, check La Loge Beauté and Miss Blemish.
Declutter one room daily
Pick a room each day, deep clean from top to bottom, and sort items. Bag up clothes or toys for donation to local charities.
Reorganize your space with feng shui principles
While spring cleaning, optimize energy flow using feng shui. This ancient Chinese practice promotes harmony. Get started with tips at www.le-fengshui.com.
Digital declutter
Tackle overdue tasks like sorting photos into albums via Cheerz or Lalalab. Delete irrelevant emails and organize your computer files.
Binge a new series
Escape the news with captivating shows across genres—thrillers, comedies, crime, fantasy. Platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, OCS, Apple TV+, Canal+ Ciné Séries, and YouTube have endless options.
Dive into a book
Finally read that book your friend raved about. Great news: Fnac offers 500 free e-books during confinement—pick your favorite.
Enjoy plays and operas
Cultural venues may be closed, but access classics for free. The Opera and Culturebox stream iconic operas; Théâtre de l'Europe Odéon offers shows via Theater and Sofa.
Learn a new language
Dedicate minutes daily to build vocabulary with apps like Duolingo, Babbel, Speekoo, or Busuu. Boost your career or travel skills progressively.
Launch a fitness routine
No excuses now—sculpt your ideal physique. Download programs like Top Body Challenge or Alexia's Challenge, or follow YouTube classes and apps such as FizzUp, Exercises at Home, 7 Minutes Workout, or 30 Days Squats Challenge.
Try meditation
Release tension with yoga and meditation. Free videos abound online, or use apps like Petit BamBou (for all levels), Mediter with Christophe André (mindfulness expert), or Mom Zen for busy parents.
Master cooking
Perfect bread, muffins, or veal blanquette. Family-friendly recipes at cuisineaz or 750g.com; tune into Cyril Lignac's Tous en cuisine! weekdays at 6:45 p.m.
Journal your thoughts
Record emotions and events to process stress. Years from now, revisit to appreciate normalcy.
Family bonding activities
Under one roof? Create memories: craft a family anthem, dance routine, or video. Classics include board games, crafts, cooking. Ideas at www.teteamodeler.com, familiscope.fr, or Momes.
Break the monotony
Days blend together—add flair with themed nights: movie with popcorn, game night, DIY pizza, indoor camping.
Embrace eco-living
Make solid shampoo, laundry detergent, or reusable wipes. The 90 Days app guides your zero-waste journey.
Embrace doing nothing
Slow life is a gift—pause guilt-free, focus on family or self.
Lockdown challenges us, but set daily goals with enjoyable, relaxing activities to structure your time.
