Tuesday, January 26, 2021
0 °c
Geneva
Things to do in Geneva
  • HOME
  • 10 THINGS TO DO
  • ABOUT US
    • ADVERTISE WITH US: REACH THE EXPATS IN GENEVA
  • EVENTS
  • EAT OUT
    • All
    • SWISS RESTAURANTS
    Baos restaurants in Geneva

    NEW RESTAURANT: BAOTI FOR BUN LOVERS

    donut shops in Geneva

    IN SEARCH OF SUGAR: GENEVA’S BEST DONUT SHOPS

    cheese fondue covid

    STORM IN A CHEESE FONDUE POT: TO DIP OR NOT TO DIP

    10 COOL RESTAURANTS OFFERING TAKEAWAYS IN LOCKDOWN IN GENEVA

    10 COOL RESTAURANTS OFFERING TAKEAWAYS IN LOCKDOWN IN GENEVA

  • FEEL GOOD
    View from Mont Fort - ski resorts near Geneva

    5 REASONS WHY YOU’LL LOVE SKIING IN THE 4 VALLÉES (EVEN DURING COVID-19)

    expat of the month December 2020

    SECRET BEACH AND FAB BRUNCH: OUR EXPAT OF THE MONTH’S PICKS

    laser hair removal geneva

    LASER HAIR REMOVAL: EXCLUSIVE OFFER!

    self-care in Geneva Christmas 2020

    CREATE SPECIAL ME-MOMENTS THIS CHRISTMAS

  • GO OUT
    Geneva Lux festival 2021

    GENEVA LUX FESTIVAL 2021

    Dance in the Waves

    DANCE IN THE WAVES – WITH MANON!

    escalade outdoor escape game in Geneva

    “ESCALADE” EDITION OUTDOOR ESCAPE GAME

    photographic walking tour Geneva

    STROLL TO DISCOVER THE “OTHER” – PHOTO TRAIL

  • LEARN
    online cooking classes in Geneva

    TIRED OF TAKE-AWAYS? TRY AN ONLINE COOKING CLASS IN GENEVA

    Childcare in Geneva

    THE ABC OF QUALITY DAYCARE IN GENEVA

    french online courses Switzerland

    DO YOU FEEL LIKE GIVING UP ON LEARNING FRENCH?

    Weight loss Geneva

    HOW TO FINALLY STOP STRESSING ABOUT FOOD

  • SHOP
    pop-up gallery in Geneva

    POP-UP GALLERY: AFFORDABLE ART AND DECO SALE

    pop-up shop in Geneva

    QWSTION POP-UP SHOP: TRENDY SWISS-MADE BAGS

    swiss monthly subscription boxes

    BEST SWISS SELF-CARE AND GIFT BOXES TO ORDER DURING COVID 

    pop up vegetal in geneva

    POP UP VEGETAL: BERGAMOTTE

  • GET AWAY
    visit neuchatel

    WHY NEUCHATEL SHOULD BE ON YOUR RADAR

    SWISS STAYCATION: MÜRREN AND THE LAUTERBRUNNE VALLEY

    SWISS STAYCATION: WATERFALLS, 007 THRILLS AND FONDUE, OF COURSE!

    CitizenM hotel Geneva

    TRENDY CONTACTLESS HOTEL OPENS IN GENEVA – WIN A NIGHT FOR 2!

    SWISS MOUNTAIN HOLIDAYS

    SWISS FAMILY HOLIDAY – MERINGUES, MOUNTAINS AND SHERLOCK HOLMES

  • CONTACT
  • EDUCATION
No Result
View All Result
Things to do in Geneva
  • HOME
  • 10 THINGS TO DO
  • ABOUT US
    • ADVERTISE WITH US: REACH THE EXPATS IN GENEVA
  • EVENTS
  • EAT OUT
    • All
    • SWISS RESTAURANTS
    Baos restaurants in Geneva

    NEW RESTAURANT: BAOTI FOR BUN LOVERS

    donut shops in Geneva

    IN SEARCH OF SUGAR: GENEVA’S BEST DONUT SHOPS

    cheese fondue covid

    STORM IN A CHEESE FONDUE POT: TO DIP OR NOT TO DIP

    10 COOL RESTAURANTS OFFERING TAKEAWAYS IN LOCKDOWN IN GENEVA

    10 COOL RESTAURANTS OFFERING TAKEAWAYS IN LOCKDOWN IN GENEVA

  • FEEL GOOD
    View from Mont Fort - ski resorts near Geneva

    5 REASONS WHY YOU’LL LOVE SKIING IN THE 4 VALLÉES (EVEN DURING COVID-19)

    expat of the month December 2020

    SECRET BEACH AND FAB BRUNCH: OUR EXPAT OF THE MONTH’S PICKS

    laser hair removal geneva

    LASER HAIR REMOVAL: EXCLUSIVE OFFER!

    self-care in Geneva Christmas 2020

    CREATE SPECIAL ME-MOMENTS THIS CHRISTMAS

  • GO OUT
    Geneva Lux festival 2021

    GENEVA LUX FESTIVAL 2021

    Dance in the Waves

    DANCE IN THE WAVES – WITH MANON!

    escalade outdoor escape game in Geneva

    “ESCALADE” EDITION OUTDOOR ESCAPE GAME

    photographic walking tour Geneva

    STROLL TO DISCOVER THE “OTHER” – PHOTO TRAIL

  • LEARN
    online cooking classes in Geneva

    TIRED OF TAKE-AWAYS? TRY AN ONLINE COOKING CLASS IN GENEVA

    Childcare in Geneva

    THE ABC OF QUALITY DAYCARE IN GENEVA

    french online courses Switzerland

    DO YOU FEEL LIKE GIVING UP ON LEARNING FRENCH?

    Weight loss Geneva

    HOW TO FINALLY STOP STRESSING ABOUT FOOD

  • SHOP
    pop-up gallery in Geneva

    POP-UP GALLERY: AFFORDABLE ART AND DECO SALE

    pop-up shop in Geneva

    QWSTION POP-UP SHOP: TRENDY SWISS-MADE BAGS

    swiss monthly subscription boxes

    BEST SWISS SELF-CARE AND GIFT BOXES TO ORDER DURING COVID 

    pop up vegetal in geneva

    POP UP VEGETAL: BERGAMOTTE

  • GET AWAY
    visit neuchatel

    WHY NEUCHATEL SHOULD BE ON YOUR RADAR

    SWISS STAYCATION: MÜRREN AND THE LAUTERBRUNNE VALLEY

    SWISS STAYCATION: WATERFALLS, 007 THRILLS AND FONDUE, OF COURSE!

    CitizenM hotel Geneva

    TRENDY CONTACTLESS HOTEL OPENS IN GENEVA – WIN A NIGHT FOR 2!

    SWISS MOUNTAIN HOLIDAYS

    SWISS FAMILY HOLIDAY – MERINGUES, MOUNTAINS AND SHERLOCK HOLMES

  • CONTACT
  • EDUCATION
No Result
View All Result
Things to do in Geneva
No Result
View All Result
Home FEEL GOOD

9 THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT SELF-ISOLATION

by Things to do in Geneva
April 2, 2020
in FEEL GOOD, TOP TEN THINGS
0
positives, silver lining self-isolation
0
SHARES
1.5k
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
Signup for Things to do in Geneva Newsletter Signup for Things to do in Geneva Newsletter Signup for Things to do in Geneva Newsletter

WHY SELF-ISOLATION MAY BE A BLESSING IN DISGUISE

by Chené Koscielny 

As the novelty of self-isolation starts giving way to grumpiness and cabin fever, we have to dig a little deeper each week to find the silver lining in what is obviously not the ideal situation.

One of the positives has to be that we actually now have the time to stop and ask ourselves how we feel about things, including self-isolation.

We share some of our favourite ‘blessings’ to come out of self-isolation.

We’d love for you to share yours – either in comments below or by sending us an email: info@thingstodoingeneva.ch

ALSO read our other articles for tips on self-isolation in Geneva:

Corona Virus – How to Manage your Fear and Anxiety

Is Home Working with the Kids unraveling Fast? Stay with These & 7 Tips

Netflix movies and series worth bingeing on

Family things to do in Self-quarantine: Week 1

Family things to do in Self-quarantine: Week 2

Things to do in Geneva during self-quarantine

Helpful Resources, websites and Tips during Self-isolation in Geneva

Best movies and shows to watch on Disney + 

How we celebrated my daughter’s 18th birthday in self – isolation

THE GIFT OF TIME

We’ve all wished for it – and magically as if our collective fairy godmother had waved her magic wand – here it is: The gift of time…

Are you using it well? We finally have more time to spend with our children, time to learn to play the guitar or to take up a neglected hobby or finish that abandoned project, time to exercise – albeit inside, time to spring clean – should you be that way inclined!  Use your time wisely – you asked for it.

positives of self isolation- geneva

LIFE’S LITTLE PLEASURES

positives of self isolation- geneva

As our lives shrink many of the things we usually do to entertain ourselves – including shopping, eating out and travelling – are off the cards.  When your life is limited to your home and garden, if you have one, you have to find pleasure in different things.  Suddenly, eating a home-cooked meal with your partner by candlelight has a whole different meaning. Creating a balcony garden or trying new recipes bring joy. Simple things such as finding a hidden roll of toilet paper at the back of the bathroom cabinet makes you do a little happy dance on the spot.

LESS ATTACHMENT 

Yogis teach us not to be attached to things and even people as they say it’s the biggest source of human suffering, because the more attached we are, the harder it is to let go.

What becomes clear in confinement is that we need far less than we think we do. Our flashy cars, our designer handbags, our branded clothes – suddenly haven’t got much use. In times like these kindness becomes a stronger currency than cash.

We also know instinctively who we want to connect with and who we don’t really care so much to see during this time.

positives of self isolation- geneva

THE IRONY OF CLOSENESS 

positives of self isolation- geneva

Isn’t it ironic how we suddenly feel closer to people we love the minute we can no longer see them.  Having a regular virtual chat with family members abroad or hooking up with friends for a virtual apero – could make us feel more connected than when we had the freedom to call them or see them anytime.

MAGIC MOMENTS

Similarly, for many families – particularly those with teenagers who tend to become more like lodgers at some point – self-isolation has gifted us some bonus magic moments of togetherness and laughter.  We bond over family meals, taking turns to clean the house, watching movies and playing games.

OUR SMILING PLANET 

positives of self isolation- geneva

When we look at the empty streets and clear blue skies, we picture our planet taking deep breaths. Knowing that our planet is healing helps make our sacrifice a little easier to take and also makes us feel a bit calmer inside.

INNOVATE AND CREATE

Companies and small businesses are struggling – but isn’t it amazing to see them search for and find different ways of making ends meet.

Social media channels are buzzing with new ideas: Online deliveries, virtual sports classes, rock concerts, impromptu choirs and cooking classes.

Even at home – we become more creative as we look for new ways of doing things. Who knew we had so many hidden talents just waiting to be discovered. Have you found yours yet?

positives of self isolation- geneva

FINDING YOUR CENTRE

positives of self isolation- geneva

Forgive me for going a bit esoteric here, but as with any crisis – we are forced to rely less on external forces and other people to survive. We have to look inside and find our own strength, our own core values – the power, determination, resilience and self-love that will help us conquer life’s toughest challenges.

LESS ME, MORE US

As this virus forces us onto our collective knees, even the most independent and egocentric among us have to admit – we can’t fight this alone.  It starts with simply caring enough to stay home, even when it doesn’t suit you, but there is so much more: Helping those in need, supporting local businesses by ordering in, buying online, buying gift certificates, sharing helpful information, having regular virtual contact with loved ones and just being kind and tolerant to those stuck at home with us.

positives of self isolation- geneva

FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS ARTICLE AND SHARE YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTIONS WITH US BELOW.

We’d love to hear from you.

If you or your family have been directly affected by the virus – either from a health or economic point of view – this article is not meant to diminish what you’re going through in any way. We wish you courage and strength.

Tags: corona viruscorona virus genevacorona virus quarantine genevacorona virus Switzerlandcovid-19 genevafamily activitiesfinding blessing of self-isolationfinding blessings of self-isolation genevafinding the blessing of self-isolation genevafinding the blessings of self-isolationgenevamanaging quarantinemanaging self-isolationmanaging self-quarantinepositives of self-isolationpositives of self-quarantinequarantine genevaself isolationself-isolation genevaself-quarantinesilver linings genevathings to do in Genavathingstodoingeneva
ADVERTISEMENT
Previous Post

10 NEW WAYS TO ENTERTAIN THE KIDS DURING SELF-ISOLATION

Next Post

BEST MOVIES AND SHOWS TO WATCH ON DISNEY PLUS (NOW IN SWITZERLAND!)

Related Posts

Black Movie independent film festival Geneva
EVERYTHING ELSE

BLACK MOVIE FESTIVAL AND PETIT BLACK MOVIE

by Alexandra Osváth
January 22, 2021
View from Mont Fort - ski resorts near Geneva
FEEL GOOD

5 REASONS WHY YOU’LL LOVE SKIING IN THE 4 VALLÉES (EVEN DURING COVID-19)

by Alexandra Osváth
January 21, 2021
virtual events in Geneva
TOP TEN THINGS

EXPO 2.0 THEATRE DES MARIONNETTES

by Things to do in Geneva
January 15, 2021
registration for COVID vaccination - Geneva
TOP TEN THINGS

HOW TO REGISTER FOR VACCINATION IN GENEVA

by Things to do in Geneva
January 15, 2021
Geneva Lux festival 2021
GO OUT

GENEVA LUX FESTIVAL 2021

by Things to do in Geneva
January 26, 2021
Next Post
BEST MOVIES AND SHOWS TO WATCH ON DISNEY PLUS (NOW IN SWITZERLAND!)

BEST MOVIES AND SHOWS TO WATCH ON DISNEY PLUS (NOW IN SWITZERLAND!)

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT

Post Categories

  • CHRISTMAS GUIDE 2020
  • EAT OUT
    • SWISS RESTAURANTS
  • EDUCATION
  • EVENTS
  • EVERYTHING ELSE
  • FEEL GOOD
  • GET AWAY
  • GO OUT
  • LEARN
  • SHOP
  • SUMMER GUIDE
  • TOP TEN THINGS

Post Archives

Weather Forecast in Geneva

Geneva, Switzerland
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Mostly Cloudy
0 ° c
65%
2.49mh
-%
5 c 0 c
Tue
7 c 3 c
Wed
8 c 5 c
Thu
8 c 5 c
Fri

Signup for our Newsletter

Newsletter Signup
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Signup for our Newsletter

Newsletter Signup

Like Us On Facebook

Latest Posts

Black Movie independent film festival Geneva

BLACK MOVIE FESTIVAL AND PETIT BLACK MOVIE

January 22, 2021
View from Mont Fort - ski resorts near Geneva

5 REASONS WHY YOU’LL LOVE SKIING IN THE 4 VALLÉES (EVEN DURING COVID-19)

January 21, 2021
virtual events in Geneva

EXPO 2.0 THEATRE DES MARIONNETTES

January 15, 2021
registration for COVID vaccination - Geneva

HOW TO REGISTER FOR VACCINATION IN GENEVA

January 15, 2021
  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
  • CONTACT
  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • SITEMAP

© 2019 Things to do in Geneva

No Result
View All Result
  • HOME
  • 10 THINGS TO DO
  • ABOUT US
    • ADVERTISE WITH US: REACH THE EXPATS IN GENEVA
  • EVENTS
  • EAT OUT
  • FEEL GOOD
  • GO OUT
  • LEARN
  • SHOP
  • GET AWAY
  • CONTACT
  • EDUCATION

© 2019 Things to do in Geneva

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.