]Initially, we all loved it. We couldn’t get enough of it. It was like a dream come true for all; be it students, office-goers, homemakers. But then, its charm slowly started fading off.
We are talking about the lockdown. Now that’s stretching for longer than expected, we all want it to end so life can get back to normal. But what to do till that happens?
The best answer is: Make the most of it.
How?
By utilizing the time and learning new things. Here are 5 skills that you may want to give a try during the lockdown.
- Cooking
While this is a basic necessity, most people still don’t know how to cook, as they may not get time due to their tight schedules. Lockdown brings the perfect opportunity for you to learn cooking and baking. As you’re with your family or friends at home, you can easily get the hang of it with someone guiding you through it. Make some cooking time after your working hours or spend a weekend learning the recipe for your favourite dish.
So, what are you waiting for?
Suit up in your cape (read apron), pick up your gadget (read knife), and…
Chop! Chop! Chop!
- Gardening
Does greenery attract you a little more than others?
Can you hear your plants calling you for special attention?
If yes, then you might want to try your hands at gardening. And what better time to explore this hobby than a lockdown, right? Learn how to take care of different plants, when to water them, what kind of insecticides to use, and more. You can take the internet’s help to learn or take a local gardener’s help to get started.
The satisfaction of gardening and contributing towards a greener place will transcend your expectations.
- Finances
This is more of a must-have skill than a hobby. Everybody should know how to manage their finances. It not only helps cut costs and save but also invest your hard-earned money in beneficial options. This skill also helps you in emergency cases when you may suddenly need a huge amount of money. So better be prepared and avoid a crisis situation.
You can either take someone’s guidance, like your dad, friends, senior, to start your baby steps or take some online courses to learn the basics.
Here’s the brownie point: Knowing your way around your finances could free up funds to invest in learning some of the other life skills.
- Art
Are you good at bringing life to the canvas?
Or does your voice have that magic?
Or do your moves make everybody else groove?
Whatever it is, this is the time to polish your artistic skills and creative side to bring out the best of you. Because why be average when you can be better, right?
The internet offers you an unlimited source to learn these skills. You can also take online classes to add more professional touch. Let your home be your stage and shine like a true star.
- New language
If you love travelling, you must be enchanted by the different native languages of each place. So why not give it a try?
It’s the perfect time to learn a language you’ve been wanting to for a long time. Be it the elegant French, rustic Spanish, or native Indian dialects, it’s always fun to learn something new like this. It gives a chance to understand new lifestyles and cultures. It also opens our minds and widens our perspectives.
And the biggest benefit, it’s something you can boast off in front of your friends 😉
So which one are you going to try?
Whatever skill you explore and experiment with, do not forget to stay at home and stay safe.
Take care of yourself and your family.
