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Collected Item: “What are Some of My Pandemic Hacks?”

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What are Some of My Pandemic Hacks?

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If I had to recommend some pandemic hacks for people 100 years in the future, I would say:
-Stock up on sweatpants, hoodies, and fuzzy socks! Since you will more than likely be working from home, comfort is a must.
-Set your Zoom video setting Touch Up Your Appearance to 100%. It will compensate for not wearing makeup on Zoom calls.
-Stop watching the news. It will only stress you out. Your friends and family will definitely be updating you anyway on the latest stories.
-Edit your social media to avoid the negative nellies, conspiracy theorists, and political debates.
-Create a weekly dinner menu and schedule grocery deliveries once a week. So much better than going to the grocery store.
-Go on regular walks to get out of the house and get some fresh air.
-Read books with a cup of steaming hot tea next to you while bundling up in a soft blanket.
-Forgive yourself for gaining quarantine weight!
-Naps. Take a lot of naps!

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#pandemic prompt, #HST 580, #Arizona State University, #pandemic hack.

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Robin Keagle

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2021-01-17
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