100 Things To Do When You’re Stuck at Home
1. Learn a New Language
Learn a New Word in a New Language with Duolingo or Babbel: This is a great challenging yet rewarding skill.
2. Prepare a New Recipe
Try to cook a new recipe. Look up recipes online, or dig out that old cookbook on your shelf.
3. Make a Vision Board
Get some magazines, newspapers, or print out some pictures, and make a vision board for your goals and dreams.
4. Clean Your Closet
•clean out your closet, keep only what you truly love, and donate those clothes you rarely wear.
5. Learn something New
Thousand of courses on nearly every topic by Coursera, Udemy, or Skillshare
6. Keep a Journal
Write about your thoughts, goals, and reflection. It is also a great tool to help you relax and wrap up the day.
7. Work out at home
• Many personal trainers host online classes, or there are hundreds of free videos to follow on YouTube.
8. Meditate or Practice Mindfulness
• Begin your mindfulness journey with apps like Headspace or Calm.
9. Read a Book
• Start that one you have been promising yourself you would get to someday or try something entirely new.
10. Practice Yoga
• YouTube is full of easy-to-follow yoga routines for beginners, which also helps to relax.
11. Review Digital Photos
Do this by browsing through your phone or computer and review the photos you have stored. Remove duplicates and make albums of them.
12. Write Letters to Friends or Family
Bring back the art of writing letters. Your loved ones will appreciate the personal touch.
13. Learn Knitting or Crochet
Knitting and crocheting are great relaxing activities, besides giving one a good feeling about accomplishment.
14. Make a New Playlist
• Collect your favorite songs or find new ones, then start creating themed playlists.
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15. Plan Your Dream Vacation
• Plan, make itineraries, and set a budget for your dream vacation.
16. Movie Marathon
• Choose a theme, a series, or a director, and spend a day watching films.
17. Homemade Ice Cream
• Get creative with flavors, and try to make ice cream or frozen yogurt from scratch.
18. Photo Experiment
•Use your phone or camera and snap creative shots of your home.
19. Indoor Garden
Plant some seeds, get some soil and pots, and grow herbs or small plants.
20. Organize Your Bookshelf
Order your books by color, genre, or author to create a visually pleasing shelf.
21. Learn Calligraphy or Hand Lettering
Practice the art of writing with online tutorials and find that beautiful new way to write.
22. Start a DIY Craft Project
Start crafting with online tutorials and enjoy this DIY craft project.
• DIY candles, paints, jewelry.
23. Scrapbook Making
• Collect ticket stubs, snaps, or remembrances of special events and take them to work up into a book.
24. Podcast
• There’s a podcast on anything. Look up something new to learn about or just to let you be entertained.
25. Declutter Your Kitchen
• Sort out your pantry and fridge. Toss out the expired stuff, get everything in order.
26. Origami
• Follow online instructions on how to create intricate designs out of paper.
27. Paint/Drawing
• Let your artist out. Sketch, doodle, or paint.
28. Create a Bucket List
Lists those things you want to do, see, or experience in your life.
29. Virtual Game Night
• Play Pictionary, charades, or trivia over video calls with friends.
30. Bake Your Bread
Baking bread is just the best fun, therapeutic, and yum.
31. Gratitude Practice
At the end of every day, pull out three things you are grateful for. Really good mental hygiene.
32. Clear Your Workspace
• Clear a space to organize and become more productive.
33. Take an Online Museum Tour
• Look for free tours on nearly every museum online; view amazing art collections from your home.
34. Schedule a Virtual Happy Hour
• Enjoy catching up with friends over drinks and laughter via video chat.
35. Do a Puzzle
• Puzzles will keep your mind sharp and active throughout the day.
36. Create a Fort
• Add blankets and pillows to create a cozy retreat in your living room.
37. Learn to Code
Try coding courses on websites such as Codecademy or freeCodeCamp.
38. Start a Blog
Write about anything that you love and share your thoughts with the world.
39. Write Poetry
Write poems, haikus, or free verse-they can express you too.
40. Teach Your Pet a New Trick
Teach your pet to sit, roll over, or fetch.
41. Create a Time Capsule
Gather items that represent your life today and seal them away for later.
42. Have a Home Spa Day
Treat yourself to a facial, a bubble bath or even try your hand at giving yourself a manicure.
43. Understand How to Basic Maintain Your Car
Know how to check oil, change the tire and all the other basics.
44. Create a Family Tree
Research your family history and actually create a visual family tree.
45. Get Your Finances Together
• Review your budget, track expenses, and set financial goals.
46. Try Mind Mapping
• Use mind mapping to brainstorm ideas or outline your goals.
47. Create a Skincare Routine
• Experiment with different skincare products and set up a daily routine.
48. Make Smoothies
• Experiment with fruits, greens, and superfoods to create tasty, healthy drinks.
49. Play Board Games or Card Games
• Break out the old standbys for some fun old-fashioned board games and card games.
50. Learn Magic Tricks
• Learn simple magic tricks to impress friends and family.
51. Virtual Book Club
• Pick a book, invite over some friends, and make them discuss it through video call.
52. Try a New Hair Style
• Braids, buns, curls-there are hundreds of them on tutorial sites.
53. Decorate a Room
• Rearrange furniture, add some small decoration, voila.
54. Watch a Documentary
• Something to learn about history, nature, or whatever else
55. Write Your Memoir
• Write down your life story. Starting by writing about memories, then anecdotes.
56. Indoor Picnic
Have a picnic in the living room. Lay out a blanket, prepare snacks and go ahead, have a picnic in your living room.
57. Clean Your Bathroom
Sort through your toiletries and make-up, tossing old or expired goods. Plus, check and clean the bathroom.
58. Learn How to Juggle
Learn to juggle with small objects at first, then build your skills.
59. Watch Stand-Up Comedy
Laughter can cure everything; watch some stand-up comedy clips from comedians you like.
60. Draw Challenges
• Try “Draw This in Your Style” challenges on social media to develop a skill.
61. Organize Digital Files
• Sort files into folders and backup of important documents.
62. Themed Dinner
• Choose a cuisine, for example Italian, Mexican, Thai etc and prepare the entire meal with its corresponding dishes. Send it all out to match.
63. Wine or Coffee Pairing
• Learn to pair wines with meals or explore different coffee blends for various flavors.
64. Home Photo Studio
• Set up your house, using props and lights within your home, to create some interesting photo shoot backdrops.
65. Organizing Recipe Binder
• File favorite recipes in a binder or digital file for quick reference.
66. Deep Clean Your House
• Dust, scrub, and organize every nook and cranny beyond just surface cleaning.
67. Indoor Herb Garden
• Grow basil, mint, parsley, and more right on your windowsill.
68. Challenge Your Brain with Sudoku or Crosswords
• Challenge yourself with puzzles to keep your brain growing sharp.
69. Watch a Film in Another Language
• Watch foreign films and improve your vocabulary by watching them subtitled.
70. Give Embroidery or Sewing a Shot
• Basic stitches are pretty easy to master and make for a great, hands-on craft.
71. Rearrange Your Furniture
• Change the layout and make your room look new.
72. Learn to Mix a Signature Cocktail
• Experiment with ingredients to come up with the drink that is yours and yours alone.
73. Speed Read
• Online practice exercises are taught to read faster and remember the information.
74. Meal Planning for Your Week
• Prepare your menu for the week, and that saves you from wasteful shopping and cooking.
75. Building a Puzzle Wall
• Do your puzzles and frame them as an art for a personalized touch.
76. Write a letter to your Future Self
• Write down your goals, hopes, and reflections and open it years later for a thrilling effect.
77. Public Speaking
• Use a mirror or recording to practice speaking in a confident and clear voice.
78. Prepare Your Workout Routine
• Create a personalized fitness program that matches your needs and location.
79. Learn How to Manage Personal Finance
• Read books about investing, budgeting, or saving money to better understand money.
80. Create Your Own Homemade Cleaning Solutions
• Utilize materials such as vinegar, baking soda, and essential oils to create homemade cleaning products.
81. Organize Your Jewelry
• Untangle necklaces, match earrings, and show off your bling for easy access.
82. Practice Face Painting or Special FX Makeup
• You could have a blast experimenting with different makeup looks or try some fun face-painting techniques.
83. Decorate a Cake or Cupcakes
• Practice frosting and decorating techniques for a fun and tasty creative project.
84. Make a Custom Playlist for Every Mood
• Organize music for moods like relaxing, working out, or studying.
85. Go on a Virtual Field Trip
• Thousands of museums, national parks, and historical sites give virtual tours, offering an adventure and learning experience in a different way.
86. Sort Out Important Documents
Gather, categorize, and put all your important documents such as passports, ID cards, and tax paper for easy access and preparation during emergencies.
87. Do Candle Making
Create your own candles by using molds, color of your choice, and desirable fragrance.
88. Digital Detox
Spend a day or two without gazing at screens and engage with other real-world activities.
89. Learn Basic Self-Defense Moves
• Learn simple self-defense moves by video.
90. Family Talent Show
• Have the family participate and share your talents in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.
91. Learn How to Whistle with Your Fingers
• This is a cool skill that can be useful when needed, and it’s just plain fun.
92. Make a Playlist for Working Out
• Create a playlist of energetic songs to keep you pumped during exercise.
93. Practice Simple Living by Decluttering
• Start in one room and get rid of clutter so it feels more calm.
94.Use Makeup Makeovers
Try something bold and new, or reproduce famous styles.
95.Create a Custom Skincare Mask
Use common ingredients from home to make a hydrating or exfoliating face mask.
96.Listen to an Audiobook
A great way to enjoy stories while doing other stuff.
97.Practice Your Instrument
Get that dusty guitar, keyboard, etc., and learn a new song.
98. Create a Family Recipe Book
Collect family recipes and record them as mementos or presents.
99. Plan Future Goals
Create a list of personal or professional goals and break it down into smaller steps that can be accomplished.
100. Chill Out and Do Absolutely
Nothing Sometimes the best activity is to take time to rest and rejuvenate.
These 100 ideas represent endless opportunities to enjoy some quality time at home, including relaxing, learning, creating, or interacting with others. Next time you find yourself stuck at home, flip back through this list and discover what you can find interesting.