By now, most of us have been quarantined at home and have practiced social distancing for more than a month. While you’ve probably mastered your work-at-home routine, learning to de-stress can be hard, especially if you’ve added cooking, cleaning and teaching responsibilities onto your plate. For some ideas on how to de-stress and relax, our team has you covered.
Soak Up the Sunshine
“I like getting outside in the sunshine and walking the dogs.”
- Kelly Rose, Office Coordinator
Try Tea or a Hot Bath
“A hot cup of tea in the early morning hours before my girls wake up...and at the end of a full day, and a long hot relaxing bath (with the door locked) because I’ve earned it!”
- Andrea Hatchett, Advertising Coordinator
Essential Oils for the Win
“My essential oil diffuser is getting a lot of use these days. A little bit of lavender can go a long way.”
- Ashley Bradshaw, Assistant Editor
Center Yourself with Yoga and Spa Treatments
“I've been practicing yoga (There are lots of free online resources — like on YouTube, Sarah Beth Yoga is my fave) and mini spa treatments at home — i.e. foot scrub, face mask, lavender-scented lotions.”
- Laura Woodside, Advertising Art Director
Take a Break with a Book
“Read something mentally engaging. You're already watching too many movies, so try to learn something new. It feels good/productive.”
- Mike Tesoriero, Publisher
Turn Up The Music
"When I'm feeling anxious, I love to jam out to some music on my stereo speaker. Genres range from orchestra to hip-hop, but whichever genre I choose, I make sure it fits the mood I'm in and helps bring me back to a place of homeostasis. You can never go wrong with Celine Dion."
- David Dunn, Staff Writer