5 THINGS TO DO DURING CoVID19 ISOLATION/LOCKDOWN

Mankind is in its difficult phase now. The pandemic CoVID19 has taken an unexpected avatar, affecting much more than expected. In these times, it is appreciable that all of us have stood together, keeping aside our differences. Also, kudos to the people providing essential services to the society. They are fighting the war for us on a bigger scale, but, we can help them by isolating ourselves and break the chain of the spread!

It is natural that most of us must be feeling irritated at times during this isolation tenure. However, this time shall pass, and this is the best of all that we can do to contribute to history. In my opinion, this time can/must be utilized to discover the best in ourselves, which, otherwise, cannot be done amidst professional obligations and work. 

There may be numerous ideas, but, I shall list out 5 of them. They may seem obvious, but, I have laid it down for you so that you can have a headstart!

1. Explore yourself! You must have that 9 to 5 job or be busy in carrying out your businesses. However, deep down, you must have a wonderful hobby. If, in case, you do not, then this is the time to pursue one. Learn new things. If you used to write bad poetry in your college days to impress your girl, then, write again. Compile 20 of them, and publish them once this phase gets over. It is easy to get published these days. 

If you love baking chicken, this is the time to share your recipe with the world. Create a YouTube channel and share your knowledge. Or you can share your mother's favorite food and its recipe with others. 

Students who have just appeared for their high school exams can draw, record recitations and stories on phones and write for online magazines. This is the right time to get yourself involved in creating a positive space for all. Also, students may watch wonderful documentaries and interviews of scientists and philosophers, which shall help them stay motivated throughout life!

[Note: However, do not misuse social media to create nonsensical videos which frustrate people around. Do something useful! Evolve! Create!]

 2. Read, Read, Read! No doubt, reading makes a person wise! Read your favorite book, manuscript of research or film scripts or anything which can enthrall you. Do a review of these books and share with your friends. Or you can make a collection of good quotes from these books/ stories and create a newer version of a wonderful resource to motivate people.

3. Watch Movies! Movies are not mere sources of entertainment. They can create a positive impact on the minds of the young and old alike. People have started appreciating ideas after they have watched a certain film. Also, films are good sources of learning new words, and expanding your vocabulary. Anyone can watch films with this motive to get double benefits out of it: entertainment + knowledge! With many online hubs getting popular, good films are just clicks away! Share good movies with your friends, and appreciate the work put behind these silver screen marvels! 

4. Write a Blog! Start blogging. Blog is a wonderful way to make progressive contributions to your society. Use blogger.com or wordpress.com to write blogs. These are simple websites designed to publish your words in the form of a web-link. You can publish your hobbies and stuff (Points 1, 2 and 3) and videos/ photographs too. Try to do beautiful things for your people around. Share funny incidents of your life on your blog and get going! Sometimes, putting a smile on someone else's lips is worth writing!

5. Help! Finally, do not forget to help those who are left alone in these times. There are many daily wage laborers and beggars who will have a difficult time surviving. We know that the government is trying to provide reliefs to these people, but, as citizens, we can support the government by lending some of our stuff, especially, food. We cannot fill all the gaps but our help can give them the hope of looking for a positive future, and satiate their hunger for a meal or a day! You need not come in direct contact with them as this is the period of precautions. You can keep a table/ tool outside your home. You can keep packed foods on the table so that they can pick them up without coming in contact with you.

"The biggest weapon of mankind is its spirit of overcoming fear, and intelligence of waiting for the right opportunity!"

Thank you for a read. You are most welcome to add more to this list! 
Believe that you are a wonderful individual and you can do positive deeds for your people!

Stay safe from the CoVID19.