The Importance of Creating a Routine

If you are currently isolated because of the pandemic, it is essential that you create a
routine. This isn’t a new normal, but a temporary new normal, so don’t panic it will be
like this forever. Instead, focus on what you can control, which is how you spend your
time. Here are some reasons why having a routine is so important right now.

Start Your Day with Healthy Self-Care Habits

As part of your routine, you can add some simple self-care habits to your morning
routine that are easy to do and also good for your physical and mental health. Think
about what will help you get ready for the day, such as taking a shower and brushing
your teeth, going through your skincare routine, and drinking a glass of water before
having any caffeine.

For self-care, it might also include doing yoga or a gentle stretching routine, writing in
your journal, or just sitting for a few minutes with a candle burning and doing deep
breathing exercises. This really helps you to set yourself up for a good day.

Enjoy Fresh Air and Sunshine

Even if you are on isolation or have to stay indoors most of the time, you need fresh air
and vitamin D. You can get vitamin D naturally just from the sun’s UV rays. Try to get
outside and soak up the sun at least a few times a day. This might be sitting on your
patio or balcony, going for a short walk, walking your dogs, or sitting on a bench nearby.
This might seem simple, but the activity helps you to get vitamin D, fresh air, and
ground yourself at the same time.

Get Daily Exercise

Another thing to add to your new daily routine is a little bit of exercise. Remember it
doesn’t have to be anything strenuous – this is not the time for advanced fitness
challenges. Just try to get your body moving every day. If you have a treadmill or bike at
home, by all means use it. Otherwise, you can walk, do an online workout routine, use
simple equipment like dumbbells or resistance bands, or even just turn on some music
and dance in your living room.

Routines Help with School Work and Other Changes

If you are currently in quarantine lockdown, then your routine will also include things like
chores, more cooking and baking, or helping your kids with their school work. Make
sure you choose a routine that fits in all the important things, from homeschooling with
the kids and adding in recess to get them physical activity, to cooking meals, completing
your chores, and fitting in fun and self-care time.