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16 Ways to help beat cabin fever

By March 20, 2020September 13th, 2021Insurance

Let’s face it: Too much time inside doing nothing can make you stir-crazy.

WHAT IS CABIN FEVER?

Cabin fever can dampen your mood, energy level and motivation. Not sure if it’s happening to you? Here are some signs:

  • You feel cooped up and restless.
  • You have difficulty concentrating on what’s in front of you.
  • You feel lethargic or simply unmotivated to do anything.
  • You feel irritated and on edge for no apparent reason.

If you can relate to any of those signs… you’re probably dealing with cabin fever. But before you take up permanent residence on your couch or start to sleep out of sheer boredom, we have good news. Check out this list of fresh ideas to help you (and the whole family) beat cabin fever, once and for all.

HOW TO BEAT CABIN FEVER

  1. Break out a good book. For helpful suggestions and reviews, check out a website like goodreads.com.
  2. Start a new hobby. A few ideas include knitting, stained glass, Soduku and fiction writing.
  3. Try a new recipe. The possibilities are endless on Pinterest.
  4. Start scrapbooking.

  5. Do a puzzle. It’s a little old-school, but still fun.
  6. Pull out some old board games or a pack of cards.

  7. Engage in some pre-spring cleaning. You’ll have more time to enjoy the great outdoors once this is over!
  8. Rearrange your furniture. Sometimes a few moves is all it takes to make your place look new.
  9. Tackle a home improvement project. Just make sure it’s an indoors one!
  10. Plan your summer vacation. Thoughts of warmer days spent outdoors are nice to have during winter.
  11. Have a movie and popcorn night. Dig out an old favorite or stream or rent something new.
  12. Research your family history and create a family tree.

  13. Write a letter to touch base with an old friend or family member. Everyone loves getting an actual letter that’s not a bill or solicitation.
  14. Watch the newest season of your favorite show on Netflix.

  15. Go for a walk, even a 15-minute one.
  16. Comb through your local paper’s entertainment section. Do something you’ve never done before.

This will all be over before you know it!

This article brought to you by our friends at Erie Insurance. Miller’s would like to extend it’s gratitude to Erie Insurance for both being a wonderful business ally and for letting us use the articles found on their blog, Eriesense.
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