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20 things to do when you need a quiet day
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20 things to do when you need a quiet day

Raise your hand if you're tired of the constant state of reality. Now that everyone’s hand is up, let’s talk about that. Sometimes, it’s okay to admit that the weight of the world is too much; the noise from neverending emails, spawn, and everyday surroundings can be too much to endure. When life gets like that, it’s okay to allow oneself to turn the volume all the way down, mute if necessary, and do any of the following when a quiet day activity is needed.  

 
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Get some Zzzs

Get some Zzzs
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What’s better than a nice nap in the middle of the day? Not much.

 
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Stretch

Stretch
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Kids get the advantage of having gym classes to cover their stretching needs, while adults really have to make the time. So take the time to do it! Not sure where to start? There are countless videos online to help stretch those muscles.

 
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Watch TV

Watch TV
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There is nothing wrong with a binge session of TV shows that have been on one’s list for far too long.

 
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Enjoy a local coffee shop

Enjoy a local coffee shop
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Grab a cup of coffee, a latte, or whatever sounds best while also supporting a local business.

 
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Go for a walk

Go for a walk
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Never underestimate the power of a nice, long walk outside in the fresh air.

 
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Midday matinee

Midday matinee
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First of all, movies are cheaper during the day. Plus, there are fewer people during weekdays. Take advantage of both of those aspects.

 
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Take a swim

Take a swim
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Don’t have a pool? No problem! See if any of the hotels in the area offer pool passes to non-guests for a small fee.

 
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Thrift till you drop

Thrift till you drop
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With the rising cost of just about everything, thrift stores are the way to go, especially for new clothes. Thrifting is also good for the environment.

 
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Grab a book

Grab a book
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Libraries are a gift to the world and need to be utilized more often.

 
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Deep clean

Deep clean
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Get the Comet, some gloves, pop in those earbuds, and go to town by getting down and dirty with some tidying up.

 
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Go biking

Go biking
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Those with a bike can hit a trail, park, or just bike around the neighborhood.

 
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Take advantage of the road

Take advantage of the road
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An impromptu road trip with no real destination is sometimes the best remedy for a mind that needs a quiet break.

 
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Listen to music

Listen to music
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Okay, so music is technically noise, but when there is no one interrupting it, it can be quite peaceful.

 
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Head out on a run

Head out on a run
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Lace those sneakers up and get those endorphins pumping.

 
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Ditch the phone

Ditch the phone
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Yes, it’s relaxing to doom scroll for hours via the same handful of apps, but everyone needs to realize how nice it is to take a break from it by leaving their phone at home and heading out into the world like it’s 1999.

 
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Hit the dog park

Hit the dog park
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Not sure if going to a dog park sans a dog is considered weird or not, but hey, who doesn’t love to look at puppies?

 
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Hike it up

Hike it up
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Those who live near some nice hiking trails should grab a buddy, some water, and snacks and explore what nature has to offer.

 
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Paint and sip

Paint and sip
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"Paint and sips" can be done at home but are also offered in many cities. So whatever avenue is a better fit, get to painting and sipping.

 
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Gain a green thumb

Gain a green thumb
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Been thinking about sprucing up the garden outside? This is the sign you’ve been waiting for.

 
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Knit something

Knit something
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Many who knit say it’s one of the most relaxing activities one can do.

Kendra Beltran is a pop culture obsessed writer who spent her youth tirelessly jotting down ‘Total Request Live’ data after school. She took that obsession and a useless college degree, and spun it into enough to pay her rent by writing for MTV Geek, Collider, Popverse, and more. Over the years her interest in pop culture has only grown, and today she finds herself baking while streaming ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race,’ running (slowly) while listening to podcasts about the ‘90s, and hanging out with her dog while taking in emo playlists. Kendra also hosts a podcast dedicated to all the crushes people have had in life from Disney to real-life called Crushgasm.

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