Here we are…still talking quarantine. How to stay connected during quarantine doesn’t have to be stressful. We just have to think outside the box.
I’m going to be honest with you. I have reconnected with my introvert side this quarantine and I’m actually not hating it. We have been fortunate enough to stay healthy and I have cherished these slow mornings and late nights with my little family.
Okay maybe we haven’t cherished EVERY moment…Anybody else?
I realize that many have been directly affected by this virus and my heart aches for them. Honestly, 2020 has proven difficult for my family outside of this virus. So I think we have used this time to retreat, heal and re-focus. Out of that, we have found a new strength in our bond as a family of five. We have been reminded of the beauty in the simple moments. We have dreamed new dreams and been afforded a new “steady” joy if I can say it that way.
But I know staying connected to our people and our communities is so important. We are social in nature and we shouldn’t underestimate the benefits and value in community. Even if it doesn’t come as natural to us as it does for others.
Here are some fun and creative ways to stay connected during quarantine.
Set your circle
Find a core group of people that you can quarantine with. If these families hold the same “quarantine” practices that you do, you can feel safe in still getting together on a limited basis.
Join or Create a Book Club
It may not be happening as we speak but now is the time for social media to shine. In a good way. Find a group of people and read through a book together. Or a Cooking Club and try and share new recipes together. Find a group of people, a common interest, start a Facebook group, set a time and you’re good to go!
Bring back the telephone
Set a time each week to sit down and call a friend. Just 30 minutes on the phone can remind us we aren’t in this alone
Zoom Call – (Skype, whatever method works)
So many people are putting this to good use during quarantine. Play games together, work out together, host a paint party, etc. Really, anything is possible.
Take Walks
Fresh air is always a good idea. Take a walk with friends – social distance style of course. Usually, walking trails or even parks make it easy to stay 6 feet apart and still be together.
Accountability Groups
Set goals together. Have weekly or monthly check in times or set up a group text. We may not be able to control much in 2020 but we can control our response to it.
Drive Through Parties
I know several people who have planned events drive through style. Baby showers, bridal showers, birthday parties…having people show up even if just to wave or blow a kiss can make an event special.
Watch a TV Series Together
Conversations we would have had in the pick-up line at school, in the break room at work or at the ball field, we can still have. It’s just the method that has changed. So fire up that group text and figure out who was in the car? Can you guess what show I’m talking about?
Focus on the Needs of Others
This is my favorite and I have so many friends who are so so good at this. It’s true. When we focus on helping out a friend, neighbor, acquaintance or stranger, we are much less inclined to be aware of what we lack. My guess is we will also feel connected to that sense of community we are missing too.
Alright, it’s short and sweet today. I hope this gets your juices flowing on how to stay connected during quarantine. You can also read an earlier post about what I’m learning from quarantine.
As always good thoughts, vibes and prayers coming your way!
Jess
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