I wake up, get dressed, do homework, have breakfast, go to school, eat lunch, finish my classes, do more homework, exercise, eat dinner, do even more homework, and go to bed. I will then wake up about eight hours later and the cycle repeats itself.
Have you ever heard the saying “Groundhog Day”? Not just the day when, according to tradition, the groundhog comes out and determines if we will have more winter or an early spring, but when everyday feels the same. I have noticed that my new lifestyle during the coronavirus pandemic has made life sometimes feel like Groundhog Day. Because of the pandemic, I am home almost all the time, I do not see many people, and many activities are virtual. This combination of events tends to be unchanging and, at times, it can make the days blend together and feel the same. I feel like I have gotten used to this routine, but I try to add little things to my life to keep it exciting. If you are feeling the same way - that everyday feels like a repeat of the previous day - I have found an important thing to do is reflect on how you are feeling and ask yourself what you need. What is your life lacking and what is making everyday feel dull and repetitive? How can you best support yourself through these challenging times and what small changes can you make to add some excitement to your daily happenings? Something I noticed is that I want to make more time to hang out with my friends. I always feel very happy seeing them, so, even if it is socially distant, I should make plans to see people more often. Once a week is a goal I am aiming for, but, even if it is every other week, having some sort of plan can add some excitement and fun to my life. Another thing I have done is have weekly movie nights with my family. On Friday nights, my family always has a nice dinner together and then we watch our favorite Netflix shows or a good movie. I love this tradition we started during the pandemic because it gives me something to look forward to after a week of school and work. Plus, quality time with my family is very important to me. Additionally, extracurriculars help add some normalcy and variation in my daily schedule. For example, I participate in clubs at my school, such as Happiness Club and Young Writers Club. Both of these are great opportunities to interact with my peers and have fun doing certain projects together. Soccer practice twice a week is starting again and the practices are a great way to do something different with my day while doing something I really enjoy. Also, my youth group has programs every Saturday night, which are always varied and meaningful. As I continue to adapt to the crazy times we are living in, I am sure my daily routine will adapt as well. For now, safe get-togethers, family nights, and extracurriculars are items I would like to keep, add, or increase in my life to make it feel more exciting and less repetitive. Is there anything you are doing or would like to do to add some spice to the quarantine life and get rid of Groundhog Day? Do you want to have a weekly spa day, try some exercise classes, spend more time with friends, utilize video chats, or try a family game night? There are so many options!
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Zoe B.
2/2/2021 05:52:01 pm
I was just having a conversation with my mom about this the other day! I’ve also been trying to make more of an effort to spend time with friends and plan things to look forward to so everyday doesn’t seem the same :)
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Real and Relatable (Madeleine)
2/11/2021 11:29:40 am
Omg, twinning! I am trying to do the same exact thing.
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Marge Stern
2/16/2021 04:50:49 pm
Love it!! So true!! A treat for yourself and getting out of "sweats" can make yourself feel so good!! The movie romance will come your way!!! It comes when you least expect it!!!!!
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Real and Relatable (Madeleine)
2/16/2021 09:37:49 pm
Thank you! I am so glad you loved it. Yes...those things can happen at the craziest times.
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