This archive report was first published on 6 May 2020.
As the world grapples with the Corona pandemic, many of us are finding ourselves stuck at home with nothing but time on our hands.
But boredom doesn't have to be a reality. In a letter to the editor, a reader asked for advice on how to stay engaged during this challenging time.
One expert suggests starting the day off on the right foot by getting a good night's sleep. 'Sleeping takes out at least nine hours of a day,' they recommend. 'Try to wake up at the same time you usually would, and shower, and dress, so that you're not bored, in addition to smelly.'
Another approach is to focus on self-care and personal growth. 'It is not a bad thing to be unproductive,' the expert notes. 'If you are a non-essential worker and therefore at home, take this time to meditate, reflect, and watch a lot of TV. Or read books.'
Staying connected with others is also key. 'Or call your friends, but not your exes,' the expert advises. 'Or bond with who you live with. Or exercise. Or join Tiktok. Or put all the pictures of the food you made on Instagram. And repeat.'
And remember, the expert reminds us, 'all you're required to do, is save the world. From your couch.'
