9 Fun Ways to Stay Sane During Quarantine

How to stay sane during quarantine

If being quarantined at home has you going a little (or A LOT) stir crazy, you are not alone. We’ve all been forced to adjust to new circumstances. So, we came up with 9 strategies to stay sane during quarantine despite the limitations.

Hear 9 ways to maintain sanity during quarantine

What can keep you sane during quarantine

On this episode of Queer Money, we’re walking you through the nine things we’re doing to stay sane during quarantine. We share the books, TV shows, movies and podcasts we are consuming to stay inspired right now and challenge you to make intentional choices about what to read, listen to and watch during this already stressful time.

We weigh in on the benefits of eating healthy and maintaining an exercise program, offering tips on how to work out without the luxury of a gym—and forgive yourself for the occasional afternoon of Netflix with Ben & Jerry. Listen in to understand how our daily meditation practice is making our time at home more manageable and find out how turning up the intimacy in your relationship can help you stay sane during quarantine!

Topics covered on staying sane during quarantine

Strategy #1—Read more

Inspiring books on physics, consciousness
Swap or use Libby app to save money

Strategy #2—Maintain an exercise program

Run, walk and do bodyweight exercises
Feel better physically and mentally

Strategy #3—Meditate more

Moment of calm to start off the day
Guided or self-directed

Strategy #4—Get picky about TV shows + movies

Intentional choices to stay lighthearted
Seek out positive thought leaders

Strategy #5—Listen to uplifting podcasts

Positive content (especially LGBTQ hosts)
Topics like music or manifestation

Strategy #6—Manage your social media

Unfollow as needed and update settings
Post but don’t look at comments

Strategy #7—Eat healthier

Diet impacts how we feel (quality of fuel)
Intentional about drinking in moderation

Strategy #8—Get more intimate

More cuddling, massages and sex
Endorphins to stay positive

Strategy #9—Be more forgiving

Forgive self for not being productive
Extend grace to others