Learning how to deal with being inside during the Covid-19 Pandemic

If you’re feeling trapped because you can’t leave your house or interact with people who aren’t family members, I’ve got a list of things you can do to productively pass time.

1. Write in a journal
   1. Whether you’re a writer, or just have something you want to say, but no one to talk to, writing in a journal is a great way to express yourself.
   2. It can be happy things or sad, it depends on what you’re feeling at the moment. It really helps.
2. Pray
   1. If you’re a spiritual or religious person, praying in times like these might be the best remedy.
   2. You can also go on websites that provide daily devotionals
3. Read a book
   1. Reading a book is a great way to divert your attention to something other than negative thoughts.
   2. Whether you’re reading fiction, nonfiction, chapter books, or picture books, just read something you’ll enjoy.
4. Start a hobby
   1. Some people like collecting certain items, or doing activities as a break from life.
   2. Different hobbies or collections include scrapbooking, coin collecting, trading cards, sports memorabilia.
5. Sing a song
   1. Singing a song is a great way to express your creativity.
   2. It’s a great way to spread joy in yourself and others.
   3. The key is singing something upbeat, otherwise it defeats the purpose, which is to lighten the mood of your day.
   4. If you don’t know the lyrics, go to youtube and find a sing-along version so that you can practice the words.
   5. It’s a good mind exercise.
6. Watch a movie
   1. Watching a movie is always a great way to pass time.
   2. You can watch something new, or something that you’ve seen several times.

I hope this helps you handle the stress of staying home.

Jake M.

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What I’ve Learned During the Break from SEEDs by Daniel N.

Hello, my name is Daniel and I’m going to be writing about what I’ve learned over the break.

I learned how to use Zoom, Duo, and Google calendar to get assignments. I learned Duo from my friend Kim so we could talk face to face. I learned Zoom from Justin, the Computer teacher at SEEDs and I learned Google calendar on my own.

I use Zoom to take martial arts fitness classes with Mrs. Lee and with Mr. Benton who is my teacher for Tai Kwon Do classes.  While it’s true that I can’t practice the practical aspects of Tai Kwon Do, such as self-defense, sparring, and board breaks, I can get practice in on my form and weapons.   

I use Google calendar to get informed about what’s going on at Seeds for Autism. 

I had my first zoom chat with Michele (Newsletter instructor), Francis and Brianna.   I was included in the Zoom meeting with my peers from Seeds.  I had to wait for recognition by the host of the meeting. I never knew how to navigate Zoom until I watched Justin’s educational   video (that was on the Google Calendar) on how to use the application for conferring with colleagues who might be on a business trip for example. Google calendar has helped me stay in the loop. 

I am staying active and connected during the outbreak of COViD 19 using online activities with Seeds and Tai Kwon Do with Mr. Benton and Mrs. Lee.  Missing seeing folks in person. Hope see everyone in 21 days.