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WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU’RE STUCK AT HOME

Right about now, you and your family are, most likely, ready to pull out your hair. You’ve been stuck at home and boredom probably hit around day three.

Sound about right?

Whether you have young kids to homeschool and entertain or you are searching for something new to do, I have you covered!

A list of fun activities when you're stuck at home and boredFor your convenience, this post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking on some of the links below, though your cost does not change, I may receive a small commission. For more information, see our privacy and disclaimer page.

When you’re stuck at home

Maybe summer has dragged on far too long and you’ve exhausted your list of “summer must-dos.”

Or perhaps COVID-19 has you cooped up with no immediate end in sight. 

When life is hard and everything around us is either dragging on for an extended period of time or something has forced us into a hibernation mode, our patience can be short and our emotions running high.

I’ve found that there are two ways through some of the most difficult challenges in our life.

  1. Stay rooted in God’s promises. Just knowing that he is not up there wringing his hands and trying to figure out how everything is going to turn out brings me great peace.
  2. Keeping my mind occupied and choosing to use the hard times as a way to find fun, new ways to combat what we are facing.

So whether you’re on your last leg of summer and ready for the kids to get back to school, or you are under a stay in place order, 

I believe that some fresh new activities will energize you and get you out of that rut you are in.

So I reached out to some of my friends and whipped up a survival guide to get you through the boredom, keep you rooted in God and his promises, and help you to say healthy, both mentally and physically.

Faith and Inspiration

There is no time like the present to deepen your relationship with God. With so much unsettling news in the world, it’s the only way I can find hope.

And then, after your brief suffering, the God of all loving grace, who has called you to share in his eternal glory in Christ, will personally and powerfully restore you and make you stronger than ever. Yes, he will set you firmly in place and build you up. 1 Peter 5:10 TPT (Day 13 of the Free Hope & Faith Scripture Writing Challenge.)

Financial Resources

It’s never been more important to stay on top of your finances. In these uncertain times, you must know where every penny is going. 

Here are several of my favorite financial resources when it comes to managing your money. (Instead of letting it manage you!)

Battling Anxiety While At Home

Let’s face it, being cooped up inside the house can really wreak havoc on your mental state. 

I’ve learned this first hand with my chronic migraines and it can be incredibly difficult to pull out of depression, so here are a couple of resources to help you navigate your way through.

Staying Healthy While At Home

When you are stuck at home it’s important to have a backup plan to relieve stress and get some much-needed exercise.

DIY

If you are a DIY junkie and finally getting through that long DIY must-do list, here are some fun, new projects to keep you busy!

Oh, and now is the perfect time to get started on this year’s Christmas gifts!

Homeschool Help

If you have school-age kiddos and need help navigating this new norm, here are some helpful resources to ease this transition.

Activities for the kids

Let’s face it, we could all use a little direction when it comes to keeping the kids busy, so here is a list of boredom busters for them.

Things to do when you're stuck at home and bored

Family Activities

We love playing games at our house.

In fact, when my youngest comes home from college, it doesn’t take long before someone pulls out a deck of cards and our Game Ledger for a night of friendly competition! 

Working From Home

Working from home with young children can be tough. Trying to stay on task while managing the constant interruptions can leave you frustrated and short on patience (or is that just me?).

Below are some resources to help you set boundaries and manage your time effectively.Things to do when you're bored and stuck at home

Wrapping Up

When you’re stuck at home from COVID-19 or summer has lasted entirely too long, you now have a great list of activities to keep you busy.

I’d love to hear from you.

Do you have something you like to do with your family when they are bored? Comment below and share it with us. We are always looking for new ways to turn a boring afternoon into a fun-filled day!

Thanks for stopping by the blog today. Grab your favorite beverage and take a look around before you go!

Until next time, my friend…

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