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COVID-19
5 Bad Habits You Can Break During Quarantine
How you can be productive during this time of isolation
Are you freaking out over the COVID-19 pandemic? Well, you’re definitely not alone. Most people I know, including myself, have been living in a low-key state of anxiety on top of the pressures from everyday life.
As confirmed cases of coronavirus continue to increase worldwide, more governments are enforcing self-quarantine measures to ensure public health safety. Isolation is a possibility for many people.
If you’re among the millions who suddenly find themselves with extra time in their day (either as a professional or a student), here are a few habits you can break now to come out of quarantine mentally healthier.
1. What (toxic) people think about you
It’s understandable. We have a need to be liked. Social conformity and acceptance give us less to worry about. “This is something we can all agree on, so we don’t have to fight about it.” There is longevity for a species that can work together in that way.
However, there comes a point where those who try to move beyond a certain mentality are criticized for it.
