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After being at home all this time, what changes have you noticed about yourself?

nala

nala

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For all of those who have been quarantined all this time, almost 9 weeks for me, what physical or emotional or psychological changes have you noticed about yourself? Good or bad.
 
I'm getting wider... :cheeky:
 
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I’m drinking alcohol a lot more but eating healthier. I try to offset weight gain by walking 10k steps daily—which I started forcing myself to do 25 days ago.
And I tend to get mildly depressed here and there.
 
I have come to realize that I enjoy the balance between work and home. I took on a part time job 3-1/2 years ago and it became more of a 30+ hour per week job. I enjoy what I do however, it's quite obvious that the hours got out of hand. I intend to scale back to 20 to 25 hours which was the original commitment.
 
I enjoy working from home but perhaps that is because I am able to spend more time with my family and cat. I am also happy to be able to have time to cook new recipes but it's not something I want to do all the time, just twice a week.
 
Almost completing week 8 here in the UK.

Good: I am definitely more resilient than I thought, happy to be tucked up with my family if that's what it takes. There are no personality clashes in our little unit & we are all as happy as piggies in poop. Also inventing new meals, which the girls are enjoying getting involved with.

Bad: I can feel some of my old anxieties flaring, such as worrying about my health. I have been stressing over a problem I had with aches in my face & pains in my teeth, due to not having the option of going to the dentist at the moment because they are closed. That fear of not being able to get help is something I am trying to regain control over. I was able to speak to my Dentist at home on Monday & she thinks i have had quite a prolonged & intense sinus infection. I have been using a menthol & eucalyptus vapour inhaler she recommended to clear & reduce inflammation, which seems to be helping. Failing that she will drop off a course of antibiotics here next week, but hoping not to go down that route.

Have upped my exercise & yoga sessions to do both daily, Mon to Fri. This always helps to appreciate how strong my body is, clear my mind of negative thoughts & help me fall asleep quicker.

ETA: I have a routine dental check every 6 months & in Dec I had xrays & a 100% perfect bill of health, so my dentist was able to look at this info & conclude i definitely will not have any decay or structural issues.
 
I've become ridiculously weepy when seeing, or reading about, acts of kindness. There's probably some deeply buried psychological issue for which I'm over compensating :))
 
No new revelations really. I've realised for a long time that:

1) I like my own company but at the same time I need social interactions. I enjoy the company of others - to a certain extent.
2) I don't mind cooking and am a pretty good cook, but I don't enjoy cooking everyday. I'd like to go out to dinner once in a while, not just the for dishes that I can't make myself but also to be in a social environment.
3) I am fairly disciplined when it comes to food and exercising. The only thing I am missing is a properly equipped gym, as opposed to my home gym.
4) I love bling and miss being able to wear it out. I also miss dressing up and being totally girly with makeup, nails etc.
 
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I snack less and that is probably because work isn’t as stressful for me from home.
 
I’m thinner because I can’t eat at restaurants anymore. I treated that like a hobby.
 
That I have nearly zero motivation to do much of anything if I'm not working.

That I will not be homeschooling my kids if I ever have a choice about it.

I actually like my husband which sounds silly but so many people are having a hard time because they don't normally have to interact with their spouse as much.
 
I realized that I don’t miss face to face interaction as much as I thought I would. So I’m not as extrovert as I thought I was. Perfectly content to work at home and make small talk with my coworkers during meetings and text my personal friends when I feel like it.
 
I'm introverted and a homebody, but not being able to do the simple things like dinner out, or a pedicure on a Sunday, as an "outing" is something I liked more than I knew.

I worked from home one to three days a week before, but I would go to court or to a deposition or mediation, so it wasn't all virtual stuff. Doing those things was a break from the computer stuff which I need. I do these things now but by video conference and it's not the same.

I've noticed that some days I feel extremely low and it's really hard to work to get back to baseline once I get there.
 
Not a lot except my clarinet playing has improved! :))

I have been working from home on a part time basis since September 2019, so the lockdown have not affected me much on the job front, as I am considered an essential worker by my profession and line of work being in pharmaceutical supply chain.

I still hate housework with a vengeance; missing my monthly hair cut, and not being able to go out and about to meet up with my friends and drinking pals etc...

I have interacted with more people online than I have done in person. For example, I now know more names of the regulars who frequent the pub I went to before lockdown, thanks to the virtual pub FB page I helped to create.

Likewise with those who sing in the choirs via YouTube and Zoom.

I am definitely more wary about social distancing, and the need to continue with it. Hence I would not go to public places where social distancing is not possible or difficult to practice. I will not go back to the pubs, restaurants, cinema, theatre, etc. unless social distancing is lifted completely.

If I were to go camping in my RV, I would use my own onboard facilities, and use the site's electricity supply, water and chemical disposable point.

I would not travel on public transport unless I have to, and there is no reason why I should need to; and no plan to fly to Vancouver to visit my folks until February 2020.

I would like to believe I was sufficiently resilient before the lockdown, and have coped well under the circumstances. It helps that I am still working as normal.

Another plus is that I believe the pets like me being home more.

The down side is that I have to tell my dog' walker that her service is no longer required. TBH, I should have done that when I worked from home in September 2019, however, I was able to afford it, and my dog liked to play with the other dogs. Just have to wait and see if work picks up in future, as I have only been working at one-third of my capacity since September 2019.

Overall, life is good. However, I am looking forward to regaining my liberty in full!

DK :))
 
That I'm pretty disciplined---but I think I knew that.
I still get up early, exercise daily, wear make-up and do my hair. Get dressed when I get up as I don't like being in pajamas once the sun is up-lol.
I make a list for each day and do what I plan to do. Work, exercise, cook, clean, etc. When that stuff is done I read, watch Netflix or enjoy time with my fellow quarantine family members.
Actually---not a whole lot has changed for me!

I do look forward to a haircut, professional mani/pedi and the ability to wander plant nurseries more easily. And see my girlfriends in person-right now we meet weekly via Zoom.
 
That I REALLY need my alone time. There is never a more peaceful moment than when my husband takes my son out and the house is truly quiet. It makes me miss my commute.
 
I'd be the last to notice!

I am far from aything that had to change.
 
I actually got busier....lol Most of you know that I already work at home, so that part didn't change much for me. My workload got heavier honestly, I was doing more things at midnight and 3am than I was at any other time of the day. Anxiety is much higher now than its been in probably 10 years but I have a few things going on thats causing that to happen. Thankfully working on that. And I've lost a solid 10lbs which I didn't want to lose the way I did. lets hope THAT type of weight loss stops.
 
My own nails are fine; I won’t be going back to the salon. I’m cooking again and it’s healthier; we ate out most nights as we both work. My back hurts from sitting too much. I’m sleeping a lot more. I don’t want to go back to work, I want to retire.
 
HI:

That I am not a solitary person--I need to work (for my mental health) and I don't like feeling isolated. I am eating junk food that normally eludes me. And I wish my DH was not retired--I am not getting accustomed to him being here without anything to do.

cheers--Sharon
 
I don’t mind the solitude but I am looking forward to going back to the office. I missed having a reason to dress up & wear makeup etc. I snack a lot when I’m bored... :shock: I learnt I’m quite disciplined about doing work and often worked longer hours than required even when no one is looking over my shoulder!
 
I am the same person. No substantial changes to date. Unless you count gaining weight. :lol:

I have always been introspective and being at home so much more now hasn't changed that. I learned that while I love being home and am indeed a homebody I don't want to *have* to be at home if you kwim.

I miss being outside most of the day when the weather is nice and I miss seeing my favorite ice cream shoppe guys. I miss seeing our friends and my family and I miss just the freedom of going where we want to when we want to without giving it a second thought. So yeah in those ways life is supremely different.

Ways life has remained the same.
I work out every day at home like I did before the pandemic.
I have always been disciplined that way. I like structure in my day.
I talk on the phone every day to two of my best friends. That remains the same.
What is different is I often chat with a few other friends now that I have so much more time being home. So that is good. Reconnecting with friends via phone since we cannot see each other in person.

Afternoons are different as Greg is WFH so we get to do something together every afternoon. Generally it is taking a walk but soon hopefully we will be back to cycling.

I am definitely less active though because of the pandemic we are spending less time doing activities outdoors. And because I am less active I am gaining weight for sure and how much weight remains to be seen because despite the fact that I am disciplined (if I want to be) I don't want to be strict about eating some stuff I generally eschew. So chocolate every day and terra chips occasionally too combined with being less active = extra lbs. I am OK with that for now.

Unlike @canuk-gal I cannot wait for my DH to retire because I really enjoy spending as much time with him as possible. No surprises there. But he is always engaged with some project and so it is never overbearing having him home all the time. We do our own things and then we do stuff together. It works.
 
1. I am extremely law abiding but also a risk taker. Basically whatever is legal for me to do (take out, grocery shopping etc) I do it. I definitely took more risks (all legal) than anyone in my group. I would never dream of doing something I wasn't allowed to do but I'm the first cab off the rank as soon as they tell me something is now legal.

2. I miss wearing my gems and being girly. I've always loved jewellery but I didn't realise how much I treasure and enjoy wearing my pieces, how much I love dressing up. I really miss it.

3. I'm an excellent home schooler. I really don't mind it and my son says I'm brilliant at it. We fly through our work in an hour, do extra work (he's up to grade 7 reading comprehension and he's only in grade 3) and have plenty of time for play. I didn't think I could teach! I'm not a patient person but according to my son I make perfect sense and I move at an excellent pace. Go figure!

4. I really love restaurants!!!!! I didn't realise how much!!!! I need a break from my own cooking! I've always cooked but I didn't realise how much work it was to cook until I had to plan and make two meals a day for the boys!

5. I don't like talking on the phone. Really haven't used the phone. Not even to talk to my sister. It was so important for me to be able to see people and connect. I like people in the background chatting to me. I find the phone very awkward and could not talk to any of my friends on it. The phone for me is for enquiring about stuff or running errands, definitely not for bonding.

6. I've got horrible survival instincts and do the right thing for the sake of society rather than myself. I'd happily go out with a bang if it was just me. I don't see the point of hiding in a hole to live forever which is really weird since I am genuinely a very happy person. You'd think I'd value life a bit more!
 
An extreme extrovert, I HATE working from home (but glad I can during these times). I need to be around people. I miss walking in the city, the constant interaction with my co-workers and getting together with friends...would rather make plans to meet. Outside of work, I've never been one for phone calls, emails and texting unless its quick. On the upside, I've heard from friends, relatives and co-workers that I haven't been in touch with for many years.

- Having the time to do something just means I procrastinate more. I get more done with deadlines and time constraints.

- I've been wearing the same week's worth of sweatshirts/tshirts, jeans/leggings and underwear (and workout clothes). Two pairs of shoes and no jewelry :-o

- For the first time in my life, I am getting a full night's sleep and waking up before the alarm clock for work.

I knew this but... my husband just learned that I have a bunch of grey hairs :lol:
 
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1. I am extremely law abiding but also a risk taker. Basically whatever is legal for me to do (take out, grocery shopping etc) I do it. I definitely took more risks (all legal) than anyone in my group. I would never dream of doing something I wasn't allowed to do but I'm the first cab off the rank as soon as they tell me something is now legal.

2. I miss wearing my gems and being girly. I've always loved jewellery but I didn't realise how much I treasure and enjoy wearing my pieces, how much I love dressing up. I really miss it.

3. I'm an excellent home schooler. I really don't mind it and my son says I'm brilliant at it. We fly through our work in an hour, do extra work (he's up to grade 7 reading comprehension and he's only in grade 3) and have plenty of time for play. I didn't think I could teach! I'm not a patient person but according to my son I make perfect sense and I move at an excellent pace. Go figure!

4. I really love restaurants!!!!! I didn't realise how much!!!! I need a break from my own cooking! I've always cooked but I didn't realise how much work it was to cook until I had to plan and make two meals a day for the boys!

5. I don't like talking on the phone. Really haven't used the phone. Not even to talk to my sister. It was so important for me to be able to see people and connect. I like people in the background chatting to me. I find the phone very awkward and could not talk to any of my friends on it. The phone for me is for enquiring about stuff or running errands, definitely not for bonding.

6. I've got horrible survival instincts and do the right thing for the sake of society rather than myself. I'd happily go out with a bang if it was just me. I don't see the point of hiding in a hole to live forever which is really weird since I am genuinely a very happy person. You'd think I'd value life a bit more!
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Love your post! X
 
mellowyellowgirl said:
1. I am extremely law abiding but also a risk taker. Basically whatever is legal for me to do (take out, grocery shopping etc) I do it. I definitely took more risks (all legal) than anyone in my group. I would never dream of doing something I wasn't allowed to do but I'm the first cab off the rank as soon as they tell me something is now legal.

2. I miss wearing my gems and being girly. I've always loved jewellery but I didn't realise how much I treasure and enjoy wearing my pieces, how much I love dressing up. I really miss it.

3. I'm an excellent home schooler. I really don't mind it and my son says I'm brilliant at it. We fly through our work in an hour, do extra work (he's up to grade 7 reading comprehension and he's only in grade 3) and have plenty of time for play. I didn't think I could teach! I'm not a patient person but according to my son I make perfect sense and I move at an excellent pace. Go figure!

4. I really love restaurants!!!!! I didn't realise how much!!!! I need a break from my own cooking! I've always cooked but I didn't realise how much work it was to cook until I had to plan and make two meals a day for the boys!

5. I don't like talking on the phone. Really haven't used the phone. Not even to talk to my sister. It was so important for me to be able to see people and connect. I like people in the background chatting to me. I find the phone very awkward and could not talk to any of my friends on it. The phone for me is for enquiring about stuff or running errands, definitely not for bonding.

6. I've got horrible survival instincts and do the right thing for the sake of society rather than myself. I'd happily go out with a bang if it was just me. I don't see the point of hiding in a hole to live forever which is really weird since I am genuinely a very happy person. You'd think I'd value life a bit more!
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All power to you!!!!
 
after being at home since xmas 2018 - started off as a much needed break, then Gary got sick and i couldn't leave him home alone, so we have been self isolating for more than a year before the lockdown trying to keep germs away from him (he is getting better) but now i know i really need to be back anoung people, i need to get a job in this town, not just for much needed money but to meet people and make friends

the lock down must have been a strain for extroverts because i as an introvert miss the daily interactions with people

also im really surprises how law abiding i am
i mean the only bad thing i do usually is jay walk -
but i really hate our government - yet ive pretty much quite happily done everything the prime minister asked me too

don't hoard, shop normally, stay home, safe lives, be kind
 
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