some soft in these trying times
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rlyqueerOther people are posting some fantastic resources and distracting content, so I just wanted to slide in with a couple minor contributions of my own.
Don't forget to groom!
If you're practicing social distancing, self-isolating, and/or self-quarantining, try to maintain a grooming and self-care routine. This especially goes for if you aren't feeling well or if you're sick, like I was last week. My mental health took a dive when I let my grooming routine fall by the wayside, then bounced right back when I remembered to pick it up again. It doesn't matter if no one else is going to see you—keep doing the things that make you feel good and taken care of.
Some nice distractions.
Currently binging Junior Bake Off, and it's very charming! That's a playlist of the most recent season, which I started this weekend, and here's a larger playlist of the other seasons.
If you like soothing games, I'm plugging Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. You don't need a gaming device for it, just a smartphone—which was the big draw for me! I've been playing for almost a year now, and it's the perfect blend of constant new events and repetitive gameplay that keeps me engaged while letting my brain take a break. A solid distraction, and great for when I'm feeling fidgety.
And here are some of my favorite channels on YouTube:
Bon Appetit, starting with Gourmet Makes and It's Alive but most of the shows are solid.
PBS Eons, for those interested in the history of life on earth. Informative channel for the prehistory nerds.
Journey Through the Microcosms, a channel about micro-life. Soothing with stunning visuals.
TierZoo, a hilarious gameplay take on zoology.
OverSimplified, explaining historical events with amusing narrative and animation.
HidaMari Cooking, an ASMR channel with no talking and no music, just baking.
The Corridor Crew, particularly VFX Artists React.
I'm on Discord!
This is something I've been meaning to post for a long time, but I almost always have Discord open on my phone. I'd love to chat and get to know you better, fandom friends! You can add me at arie#8997 or drop me your handle. ❤️
Don't forget to groom!
If you're practicing social distancing, self-isolating, and/or self-quarantining, try to maintain a grooming and self-care routine. This especially goes for if you aren't feeling well or if you're sick, like I was last week. My mental health took a dive when I let my grooming routine fall by the wayside, then bounced right back when I remembered to pick it up again. It doesn't matter if no one else is going to see you—keep doing the things that make you feel good and taken care of.
Some nice distractions.
Currently binging Junior Bake Off, and it's very charming! That's a playlist of the most recent season, which I started this weekend, and here's a larger playlist of the other seasons.
If you like soothing games, I'm plugging Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp. You don't need a gaming device for it, just a smartphone—which was the big draw for me! I've been playing for almost a year now, and it's the perfect blend of constant new events and repetitive gameplay that keeps me engaged while letting my brain take a break. A solid distraction, and great for when I'm feeling fidgety.
And here are some of my favorite channels on YouTube:
Bon Appetit, starting with Gourmet Makes and It's Alive but most of the shows are solid.
PBS Eons, for those interested in the history of life on earth. Informative channel for the prehistory nerds.
Journey Through the Microcosms, a channel about micro-life. Soothing with stunning visuals.
TierZoo, a hilarious gameplay take on zoology.
OverSimplified, explaining historical events with amusing narrative and animation.
HidaMari Cooking, an ASMR channel with no talking and no music, just baking.
The Corridor Crew, particularly VFX Artists React.
I'm on Discord!
This is something I've been meaning to post for a long time, but I almost always have Discord open on my phone. I'd love to chat and get to know you better, fandom friends! You can add me at arie#8997 or drop me your handle. ❤️
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