On Thursday 5th November 2020 the UK enters lockdown once again. I won’t lie, I found the first lockdown tough, as did a lot of people. So this time round I thought I’d prepare a mental health lockdown plan.
Here’s my plan:
- I will watch some comedy at least once a week. Laughter is a good way to lessen the hardship.
- I will exercise outside at least once a week. I’m setting my goal for just once a week as I’ll be working through lockdown and I don’t like going out in the dark.
- I will burn scented candles, oils or incense at least two evenings per week.
- I will meditate at least two evenings per week.
- I will have a bath at least two evenings per week. Baths are much more relaxing than the usual shower.
- I will listen to upbeat music once per week.
- I will clean the house at least once per week.
- I will avoid shopping online as much as possible.
- I will call a friend at least twice per week,
- I will call a family member at least once per week.
- I will start work on a new creative project.
How are you planning for lockdown 2.0. Let me know by leaving a comment below.
Write soon,
Antony
Sunday 1 November 2020
While we are self-isolating and only allowed to make essential journeys, I decided to share my favourite blog post for each year that the blog has been online.
2019 – The Bank Holiday Weekend: 4 Lovely Days
I chose this blog post for the weather, the time spent in nature with good friends and the photos.
2018 – Chester Zoo with Jayne
I chose this blog post for the animals. I love animals and it’s always great to see them. I got to spend quality time with my good friend Jayne on this day and the weather was lovely. Plus the post has plenty of photos.
2017 – Causes For Celebration
I chose this post because lots of positive things happening to me at the time, including landing my dream job.
2016 – My Thirtieth Birthday
I chose this because of a meal with family and friends. It is perhaps the best birthday I’ve ever had. And just look at the cake:
2015 – A Celebration of Love: Mum & Ian’s Wedding
I chose this post because I have never seen my mum happier than on her Wedding Day and in the relationship she is in with her husband Ian (I call him my Papa). It was truly a special day and one to remember.
2014 – Mid-Wales, Part 1: The Lovely Penrhos Cottage
My good friend Simon and I had a lovely weekend away in Mid-Wales. There are photos of the cottage we stayed in. You can also see part 2 here.
2013 – TED Talk: Elizabeth Gilbert – Your elusive creative genius
I chose this post as it is my all-time favourite TED Talk.
Honorable mention must also go to Mel Bossa’s Latest Book: In His Secret Life, the author very kindly sent me a signed copy of her book.
2012 – Growing Up Gay: My Story
I chose this as I just loved the photo of me:
2011 – A Long FANTASTIC Bank Holiday Weekend
I chose this post as I went to visit two of my bengal cats as kittens and the photos on the post are super cute.
2010 – Book Review: The Magician’s Assistant by Ann Patchett
I chose this as this book is perhaps my all-time favourite stand alone novel. I’ve re-read it several times.
2009 – Pagan Festivals
I chose this post as it describes pagan festivals easily.
2008 – Reiki one – Qualified
I chose this as I am proud to be a Reiki practitioner.
There you have it. I hope you’ve found it as entertaining as I have putting together the list.
Take care and blog soon,
Antony
Sunday 5 April 2020
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