How To Be Productive At Home

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Productivity While At Home

There are so many ways to be productive while at home.

Especially with the surplus of time, the majority of us have been experiencing due to the COVID-19 quarantines.

A lot of fear and anxiety can surround the unknown, but we have been presented with a unique opportunity. 

We can allow ourselves to be consumed by uncertainty and boredom, or we can push forward, be productive, and accomplish our goals!

Why You Should Remain Productive During Quarantine 

Productivity can affect a lot more than just your goals, it can also do wonders on your mental state, especially during a time when our routines feel thrown off. 

Now that being said, it is 100% okay to take a mental health day, to have a day, or to where you relax and do nothing!

We ALL need those days. They play an essential role in our self-care. 

My husband and I try to make it a rule that Saturday and Sundays are for play.

So during the week, we make it a goal to work hard and finish any projects we might have so that we can enjoy a relaxed weekend. 

Tips For Being More Productive While At Home 

Tip 1

Create a stay at home specific routine! 

I can’t stress enough the importance of a healthy routine. Creating a routine will help provide structure and help minimize distractions throughout your day. 

Tip 2 

Implement a self-care regimen or update your current one! 

For some reason, self-care seems to go out the window whenever we are stuck at home. It is times like these when self-care is more important than ever! 

Tip 3 

Find joy in the little things!

Sometimes it is easier to focus on the things we are missing rather than on the things we do have.

But this kind of thinking is counterproductive and destructive to our wellbeing. 

30 Ideas To Be More Productive At Home Everyday

Here are a few ideas to help you remain productive and sane while practicing social distancing. 

1. Deep clean/ de-clutter your home

Deep cleaning is an excellent way to spend your time!

It’s something that is often overlooked during a busy 9-5 schedule. 

Cleaning can also provide a much-needed feeling of control, especially during a time where things feel out of our control. 

Plus, who doesn’t love a tidy space?

A great book on tidying your home is Marie Kondos, Spark Joy.

If you haven’t read it already, you really should! 

2. Decorate/revamp old furniture 

Redecorating or refinishing old furniture is a great way to spend your free time!

Why just this week, my husband and I redid an outdated ceiling fan and a few lamps with paints we already had lying around.

3. Bake something

Try your hand at baking!

Baking can be a fun yet relaxing way to pass the time!

Plus, I can’t think of many things tastier than a warm slice of bread fresh out of the oven. 

4. Learn something new

Now is a great time to learn something new! 

• Start learning a new language! Many free apps aid with learning new languages, such as Duolingo. 
• Learn to read music.
• Learn to play an instrument! There are so many excellent youtube tutorials out there, and the best part is they’re FREE! 
• Try to code! If you have an interest in coding, do your research! Find a course or watch some tutorials. 

Or hone any other skills you’ve meant to take up! 

5. Take an online class

Everything is online right now! There are so many schools and online courses to choose from. 

6. Go for a walk

Going for a walk is a great way to break up the monotony of being stuck at home all day and is a wonderful way to help increase productivity.

7. Listen to some inspirational Podcasts or audio books

I love listening to podcasts or audiobooks as I work throughout the day! It’s a great way to feel motivated and excited as you accomplish tasks.

8. Set goals and actionable steps to reach them

Sit down and plan out your goals. 

I suggest creating a 5-year plan and posting it somewhere you will see it often.

This way, you will be less likely to lose motivation or fall entirely off the productivity wagon. 

9. Start a business

There are so many cool apps and websites out there that can help you start a new business for practically free!

If working for yourself and starting a business is something you have always wanted to do, get started!

Create a business plan and start taking the steps necessary to make your dream a reality. 

10. Implement an at-home fitness routine

An at-home fitness routine is a great way to break up your day and get your blood pumping!

Exercise and movement are essential and should not be neglected. 

There are so many fun ways to implement exercise.

You could, 

• Go for a bike ride
• Go for a walk or run
• Workout alongside a fitness youtube video!

I personally love working out alongside Cassey Ho, on her Blogilates channel on YouTube!

I have been working out to Cassey’s videos for over seven years now, and she never disappoints.

She provides a detailed workout calendar for you to follow, which you can download for free on her website.

Plus, she’s just a fun, bubbly person!

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out her channel! 

11. Pamper yourself

Self-care is important, so make time for you!

Maybe have a spa day or treat yourself to a nice relaxing bath and a good book.

The options are limitless! 

12. Create something artistic

Creating something beautiful can have an extreme boost on our mood and self-esteem.

Plus art can be so relaxing!

You don’t even have to be good at it. You could try your hand at painting or coloring books.

Just have some fun!

13. Craft a reading list

This is a great way to pass the time for all my fellow readers out there.

Reading can provide an excellent escape from reality, even if it’s only for a few hours.

I love creating a space in my bullet journal for checking off books I have read. 

14. Take up yoga 

Yoga is great for the mind and body and can be a simple way to incorporate more movement in your day. 

15. Update your bucket list

Our dreams change as we grow, so it makes sense to go through our bucket lists and revamp them every once in a while. 

16. Write a book or some poetry

If you are one of those that enjoys writing, now is a great time to pour your energy and creativity into writing a novel, short story, a children’s book, or pages of poetry. 

Not only is writing a productive way to pass the time when you are stuck at home, but it’s also a fantastic way to stimulate your brain and give back to the community. 

17. Start a journal 

Starting a journal can be an excellent way to keep the boredom at bay! 

Journaling can include so many awesome pages which can help with,

• Tracking goals
• Time management
• Self-care
• Gratitude 
• Practicing mindfulness

And if you are one who enjoys keeping a bullet journal, this is also a fantastic opportunity for your artistic side! 

18. Plant or prepare to plant a garden

Planting a garden is a lovely way to pass the time and a great way to get some much-needed vitamin D. 

Not to mention, who doesn’t love homegrown produce?

19. Plan a future vacation

Sometimes you just need a vacation, and right now that just isn’t possible for most of us. 

But even though travel is not a possibility at the moment, we can still totally plan our dream vacations! 

20. Create a vision board

Vision boards are a great way to remind us often of our life goals.

They also can provide us with a creative outlet should we want to get artsy with them. 

I love my vision board!

It’s hung in my office across the room from my desk so that I can see it every day as I work. 

Such a powerful motivator! 

21. Wash and deep clean your car

It’s a great feeling to hop into a freshly cleaned car and something that isn’t regularly on most to-do lists. 

22. Sharpen your cooking skills

Cooking is an excellent skill to develop!

There are so many recipes and cooking tutorials out there to follow. 

Try recreating an elaborate meal and sitting down to a nice dinner with your family. 

23. Attend Hogwarts

Yes, you heard me right. 

All you Harry Potter fan’s dreams have finally come true!

Hogwarts Is Here allows for you to enroll in school, and enlist in classes with actual assignments and professors!

So join the fun!

24. Virtually tour museums 

A lot of museums are offering free virtual tours right now!

This is a super awesome, educational way to spend your time at home during the quarantine. 

25. Create a plan to pay off all debt and to put away savings

Creating a financial plan can illuminate unneeded stress and anxiety.

Having an exact plan will allow you to see exactly where you stand and the steps needed to progress. 

26. Create a virtual book club

A lot of us are craving social interaction right about now, and creating an online book club is a great way to engage and interact with friends while practicing social distancing.

Platforms like zoom and discord provide excellent meeting grounds for events such as these. 

27. Learn about the stock market 

If you have ever had an interest in investing in the stock market but just haven’t had the time to do the proper research, your time is now! 

28. Start a YouTube channel

Not only can starting a youtube channel be a productive way to spend your time if you’re bored, with some hard work and time, it can also provide a little extra income. 

29. Create a travel bucket list 

Create a list of all the places you want to visit to help keep you motivated. 

I love looking over my travel bucket list on days I’m feeling discouraged. It helps remind me that my hard work will pay off. 

30. Play online games with family 

There are so many awesome family-friendly game apps on the market right now.

Currently, my favorites are Tabletop Simulator and Jackbox TV.

Tabletop Simulator is an excellent online program that allows you and friends to play pretty much ANY board game you would like!

Jackbox TV is a super fun program that can be played on your phones and cast to another device such as the tv via a streaming program. 

Both are seriously so fun and an excellent way to connect with friends and loved ones during the COVID-19 quarantine. 

In Closing

This newly found free time doesn’t have to be tedious or stressful.

Take control of what you can, and make peace with what you cannot. 

I challenge you to practice filling your days with a few productive tasks, things you have wanted to do, something that will bring you joy, and see how you feel. 

Each day is precious, we only get one today, so fill it with things that will make you happy and set your life up for success.

YOU’RE GONNA ROCK THIS! 

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What are some things you like to do to stay productive when at home?

What seems to be the biggest obstacle you face when it comes to productivity? 

I’d love to know. Let me know in the comments below!

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