We know that in practicing social distancing that a lot of our daily routines and interactions have changed. As we continue to spend more time indoors with our roommates, partners, and children, we look for ways to retain a positive mindset together. 

Read on for our resources of ways to remain creative, mindful, and positive for the pockets of downtime while you’re at home and turning your attention away from the news.

Lives Streams & Other Things to Watch

• Watch Harry Styles’ Tiny Desk Concert and then get lost in the Tiny Desk Concert archive (kudos, NPR!)
• Smile at some neighborhood aerobics in Spain
• Watch this guy ask out his dancing neighbor via drone
• Stretch and find your center with free online yoga
• Tune in to a live music concert

Activities for Children

• Listen to Headspace for kids before bedtime
• Facebook Live Safaris at the Cincinnati Zoo
• Simulate an outdoor activity inside
• Create an illustrative children’s book or greeting card 

Hone Your Photography Skills

• Master the art of self-portraiture with Nigel Barker’s expert tips
• Start a new photobook, card, or calendar (or order a set of fresh prints)
• Spruce up your photo editing skills
• Try your hand at hanging a beautiful gallery wall
• Learn how to master the art of black and white photography (on your iPhone)
• Migrate photos off your device and into the right photo management software based on your needs
• Curate a new collection of photos

Complete a DIY Project

Try your hand at one of Redfin's 20 DIY home projects, including:

• Updating your paint scheme
• Clearing clutter (both digital and physical)
• Transforming space with lighting
• Rethinking your wall space

Take a Break

• Complete last week’s photography-themed word search
• Find all 7 differences in our spot the difference images above (time yourself for added fun)
• Enter our giveaway for your chance to win over $250 worth of photo prizes

And, above all else, we wish that you:

• Take care of each other
• Practice mindfulness
• Remain creative

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