Entertainment these days is hard to come by. Sure, there’s Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Max. For anime lovers (like myself), there’s Crunchyroll, Vrv, and other “legal” streaming sites. But, when you are stuck at home due to restrictions, what else is there to do? Well, music is still there to help us out. When you’ve run out of shows to binge-watch and gamers on Youtube to stream, it can be hard to find anything towards having fun. Here is a quirky list of five things compiled that will give you an idea of how to get yourself off the couch and onto the living room dance floor with some music.

Youtube 

You know that saying, “there’s no time like the present?” Well, why not make use of this time and go through some Youtube channels? There is all sorts of advice on how to construct one. Try searching various creators, or head over to the illustrious Youtuber Academy, a platform on Youtube designed to teach people ways to build a channel. From financing, editing, to branding, it pretty much guaranteed not to lead you astray. People have credited starting a channel as one of the best ways to “get out of the house” so to speak, and have another outlet that can be life changing.

Exercise

It’s been known for centuries that exercise is the key to living a long and healthy life. Or, was it good food? Paired with some healthy foods, and eaten in moderation, exercising has many benefits. For one, you’ll look amazing (more amazing than you already do) as you become more toned and build muscle, but your heart will thank you. But when combined with some good music? Oh, don’t get us started on the benefits! Exercising with music promotes good heart health and will better help you against diseases, cancers and overall stress. It keeps you motivated as well as keeps you from feeling fatigued while working out.

Writing

Reading is fundamental. So, is writing. Writing is one the most inspirational outlets there is. It’s how you stumbled upon reading this article. Writing can be a way to express how you feel, whether it be for the moment or how you’ve been feeling forever. If you want to write a book, a blog, or a poem to pass the time, there are platforms for that. There are even Open Mic Nights (which can also be done at home now) which are helpful if you want to branch out to find new sounds.

Gaming

XBox or Playstation? PC or Switch? D&D or Rock, Paper, Scissors? Whatever you decide, gaming has taken the world by storm, and if you’ve grown up on it, it’s safe to say you are never without something to do after a long day at the office. The world of gaming is simply grand. A world in which you can unwind and enter an existence, filled with characters that have come from our imaginations. Fortunately, there are tons of games that have some of the best soundtracks. Video game soundtracks have been some of the most inspirational to artists and even actors and athletes.

Learning a Language

Tired of listening to music in the English language? How about learning a new way to say “ooh, that’s my jam!” Apps like Duolingo and Rosetta Stone will allow you to learn the basics of various languages in fun ways for free and for premium and it would help when trying to find or listen to that new song but you need help with due to it being in a different language.

To sum it all up, staying at home can be very rewarding if you let it. There’s a peace of mind one gets from being in their own space. You have more freedom to branch out and let your creativity blossom. If you’re not like the rest of us who had to return to work, this may be the perfect opportunity to try things that you’ve never imagined or felt the courage to do. Sure, being on lockdown was without a doubt, filled with anxiety, riddled with bad thoughts that desperately try to cling to our minds that simply do not belong. But, just hold on for a bit longer. Perhaps implementing a few new tunes from the various platforms while you engage in hobbies or projects might encourage you.