FabSwingers.com forum: For those self isolating or staying home.

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

For those doing the above, how are you doing so far?

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

My anxiety is through the roof.

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By *infulSirenWoman
over a year ago

Ask

"My anxiety is through the roof."

Same

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"For those doing the above, how are you doing so far? "

In one word.... "shite". But needs must

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So.... everyone?

I’m still going to work, but otherwise isolated. I live at home alone, I’m single, I have no family nearby. I think I’m going to struggle but I’m trying to remind myself it could be worse.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I meant self isolating or working!

My bad

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"My anxiety is through the roof."
same for me. I've been in bed most of the day and couldnt sleep last night

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I meant self isolating or working!

My bad "

You’re fit so I’ll forgive you

This one time

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I meant self isolating or working!

My bad "

Doing both, working from home

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Counting days that I could go back to work, and wondering where I'd be sent. As the day centre where I normally work is shut for 12 weeks. At present, all our staff are on forced self-isolation for 14 days after one of our service users got diagnosed with the virus. When we are all in the clear, we'll be sent to other places to help. For now, trying to keep myself busy with some work I could do from home (online training etc) and getting plenty of rest.

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By *hebritukCouple
over a year ago

London

Day 2 pasted without event!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I meant self isolating or working!

My bad

You’re fit so I’ll forgive you

This one time"

Thank you beautiful xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"My anxiety is through the roof.

Same

Preaching to the choir.

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By *ampshirehotwifeWoman
over a year ago

Hampshire

Sadly.... I am one of the lucky ones who gets to go to work!

I am worried sick!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm nhs but admin based...the atmosphere isnt great but plodding on. I could do with a hug but it is not allowed

If anyone else is NHS based and fancies a moan or virtual hug, feel free to PM me

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By *ettyboop61Woman
over a year ago

St Neots

I took myself out of the situation I'm on the high risk level and also have an elderly mother to care for

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

I have a new found respect for teachers.

Their patience, their ability to teach, their patience...

My kids are keeping me busy so not able to dwell on anything really. I’m avoiding all media except the Coronavirus update from the MP’s and just taking it day by day.

No point thinking too far ahead right now. Just take each day as it comes.

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

I also have to go to work but still worried as I deal with customers on a daily basis

Be glad when it’s all bloody pissed off

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By *illwalkerMan
over a year ago

South Lincs

At least I am able to work from home and minimise contact with others.

Have found myself in the fab forums much more than usual, think it's a big help and reduces the feeling of being isolated.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You all need to find something to reduce your stress levels. We are all in a situation we cannot control so acceptance is key.

Try looking online for strategies to cope and strategies to reduce stress.

Good luck all.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Virus shite

Getting to be at home working and seeing the kids learn fantastic

Ill probably be home for months but can think of worse places to be.

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By *ildatheart6969Couple
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"I also have to go to work but still worried as I deal with customers on a daily basis

Be glad when it’s all bloody pissed off"

I dread to wonder what the future holds

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By *entakuruMan
over a year ago

Exeter

It's not really the staying in that's worrying me it's the 'what is happening to the world in general' that's baking my noodle.

You go on social media and all these people are trying to imply tat getting locked down is our opwn fault for going out when they're not meant to be but if you listen to speeches from other heads of state they're all saying exactly the same things at the moment, like they';re reading off script.

This was simulated last year (Event 201). In the last six months, 1300 major company CEOs have stepped down, some for apparently no valid reason.

Any minute now it wouldn't surprise me if the whole ANPR traffic system gets used to track who is driving where, it's already been reported that police forces have been using Google tracking analytics to work out where there are people gathered, and so on. Shit is getting very wierd. I'm almost tempted to start keeping a diary/journal for the first time in my life because I think some very huge stuff is hapening that should be documented as much as possible for future reference.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Its a virus not a conspiracy

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By *ildatheart6969Couple
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"Its a virus not a conspiracy

No one is saying it's not.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"You all need to find something to reduce your stress levels. We are all in a situation we cannot control so acceptance is key.

Try looking online for strategies to cope and strategies to reduce stress.

Good luck all. "

Work in progress. Genuinely. I know why I'm feeling as I do and I'm tackling it, but I'm struggling

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It's not really the staying in that's worrying me it's the 'what is happening to the world in general' that's baking my noodle.

This was simulated last year (Event 201). In the last six months, 1300 major company CEOs have stepped down, some for apparently no valid reason.

It's just the end of days

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By *eeleyWoman
over a year ago

Dudley

I was very anxious last night but I gave myself a stern talking to lol. I'm comforted by the fact that I'm doing what is best for everyone, not just myself.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Sadly.... I am one of the lucky ones who gets to go to work!

I am worried sick!"

I know what you mean, I’m having to look after other people’s teams as I’m the only authority figure in my departments.

So my patience has gone through the roof.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm still working, my home life has always been quiet so it's not having a huge impact as yet tho I worry if I get I'llbeing on my own but not focusing on that.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Working from home. It's ok, get to spend some quality time together, get some jobs around the house done as well as work. It's good when you're working on tasks rather than fixed hours. Will watch a movie tonight as don't have to get up early in the morning. Something I haven't done for a long time.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I respect those who working in the NHS, schools, shops & other fellow key workers.

Because work in general is stressful enough but now the demand had increased so much to the point of people are spreading themselves thin.

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By *exySez84Woman
over a year ago

Abingdon

I’m just shocked that people are still trying to meet

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Working from home. It's ok, get to spend some quality time together, get some jobs around the house done as well as work. It's good when you're working on tasks rather than fixed hours. Will watch a movie tonight as don't have to get up early in the morning. Something I haven't done for a long time."

It gives you that time to catch up on things

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Horrendous anxiety.

Got to deal with it, but fucked if I know how.

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By *racy_JacksWoman
over a year ago

Derby

Worrying about the world in general and read too much news over the weekend, which made me anxious

I’m working from home (which I’m used to doing a couple of times a week anyway) and that has helped. I’ve actually enjoyed the last couple of days, I’m not fazed by doing this living alone

I worry for a couple of my friends who are really struggling though

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By *ildatheart6969Couple
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"Horrendous anxiety.

Got to deal with it, but fucked if I know how."

Virtual hugs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Horrendous anxiety.

Got to deal with it, but fucked if I know how.

Virtual hugs"

Thank you.

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

Working today out and about.

I will be honest it was a absolutely beautiful day, hardly any car's or traffic.

But I did still see an awful lot of people out and about.

Maybe getting their 30 minutes but lots in the middle of nowhere and a good distance from nearest village.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Horrendous anxiety.

Got to deal with it, but fucked if I know how."

Be gentle with yourself. Set goals. Do things that are constructive, that you feel help. Look for self help mechanisms. And patience.

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By *ensualguy70TV/TS
over a year ago

paisley

Hmmm coronavirus or distraction from the bigger evil being implemented. New world order maybe global financial crash to impliment cashless money, one world currency, i hope im wrong though.

its already been admitted that the police dont have the man power to keep tabs on everybody, so get yerselfs out there breath in the fresh air.

keep safe all the same though folks

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

"Horrendous anxiety.

Got to deal with it, but fucked if I know how."

Get stereo,radio, music player whatever you can find.

Find song you love.

Turn up full volume.

Get naked if possible if not just stay clothed.

Then dance and dance. Sing, cry laugh, scream, jump then relax.

Repeat as many times as required.

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By *estivalMan
over a year ago

borehamwood

giving the flat a deep clean at the mo then prob get on decorating the hallway.gona facetime my daughters most days and gona catch up on skype with some mates who are dotted around the world.live on my own so know it gona get really tough at somepoint.gona have to find a cambuddy

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By *isaB45Woman
over a year ago

Fabville

I'm on a 12 week lockdown..

I need to work remotely, or I'll go mad.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm in a 7 day isolation did anyone have these symptoms Severe Headache

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hmmm coronavirus or distraction from the bigger evil being implemented. New world order maybe global financial crash to impliment cashless money, one world currency, i hope im wrong though.

its already been admitted that the police dont have the man power to keep tabs on everybody, so get yerselfs out there breath in the fresh air.

keep safe all the same though folks"

I am

the light of

the world:

He that followeth

Me shall not

Walk in darkness,

But shall have

The light of life.

St John VIII

V 12

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By *ENGUYMan
over a year ago

Hull

Our business had to close down last week, but we'd already done so, as our customer base had totally disappeared!

But, I've been retained as Caretaker, to ensure property security, so still living-in as before and on company payroll.

Thus, for part of each day, I still have a job to do; ok, it's a small percentage of my daily routine, but it helps.

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By *ob198XaMan
over a year ago

teleford

Self isolating at work.. which is also home... stock to feed, crops to grow... does mean my isolation area is a good size, I can take as many walks as I fancy without leaving home

. But too busy to

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By *ob198XaMan
over a year ago

teleford

"Horrendous anxiety.

Got to deal with it, but fucked if I know how.

Get stereo,radio, music player whatever you can find.

Find song you love.

Turn up full volume.

Get naked if possible if not just stay clothed.

Then dance and dance. Sing, cry laugh, scream, jump then relax.

Repeat as many times as required.

Xx"

Music is my salvation when I’m struggling.

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By * and R cple4Couple
over a year ago

swansea

"My anxiety is through the roof."

same

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Bored i guess i clean the house more than 4 times and redecorate..runing out of things to do..and its just been 3 days

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hope everyone is coping ok. I’m still working but likely going to be doing so from home very soon. Once we get through this mess we can all get back to our kinky ways. Be safe and be mindful of the safety of others. We’re in this together so let beat this fucker and get back to swinging.

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By *ribsaMan
over a year ago

A box at end of your bed

I am doing good watching movies and playing computer games. Should be in work but closing schools put pay to that as single dad with no family close by to look after kid can't go into work. Does leave me a little worried about work and money in the coming weeks and months.

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By *s_bettyboopWoman
over a year ago

-3

Struggling,Anxiety is high and my best friend has just lost a newborn baby and i cannot see her

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By *ildatheart6969Couple
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"Struggling,Anxiety is high and my best friend has just lost a newborn baby and i cannot see her

Virtual hugs

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I think that’s the problems for a lot us.

Not seeing friends, family, loved ones and even not being able to meet.

It’s difficult especially those who are balancing this whilst dealing with mental health.

Hopefully we can all beat this shit together.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s got me and my ex talking regularly again. On the cusp of a reconciliation.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would not cope had it not been for a friend.

So I have taken the decision to leave my home and co-isolate with sophie tomorrow.

We have been isolating seperately and safely, tomorrow will be a swift home move and we shall be locking the door together.

Mental health matters too x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Struggling,Anxiety is high and my best friend has just lost a newborn baby and i cannot see her

How heartbreaking, my thoughts and hugs xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I would not cope had it not been for a friend.

So I have taken the decision to leave my home and co-isolate with sophie tomorrow.

We have been isolating seperately and safely, tomorrow will be a swift home move and we shall be locking the door together.

Mental health matters too x"

Tell Sophie I said Hi.

That’s a really strong decision to make but as long as you guys are in it together.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've been stuck in for the last six days,got raging toothache and next doors dog has not stopped yapping for the last two hours!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Only another 3 weeks to go

))))))).. chill people n stay at home

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By *ildatheart6969Couple
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"Only another 3 weeks to go

))))))).. chill people n stay at home

Don't get your hopes up.

Expect months and months

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By *londie8399Couple
over a year ago

blackpool

We were still working but got a phon call off employer today saying don't come back in till they ring us so home it is till lock downs lifted

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It’s got me and my ex talking regularly again. On the cusp of a reconciliation.

Thats brilliant news

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By *olly_chromaticTV/TS
over a year ago

Stockport

"It’s got me and my ex talking regularly again. On the cusp of a reconciliation.

Really pleased for you Rachael

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By *sianMancMan
over a year ago

Manchester

"For those doing the above, how are you doing so far? "

Very well thank you.

I started my self isolation by chance on january 1st had to then break it a couple of times in February however since 4th of feb have been self isolated and loving it tbh.

Rather be home and safe than outside at risk.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had a huge wobble after lockdown was announced.

I'm working from home at the moment but starting my new job on Monday which will see me back out assisting people again. I'm counting myself very lucky to be able to have the normality of work returning.

I am very worried for my sons though. At 12 and almost 14 they are fairly independent but are missing out on a lot.

I fear things are going to get far worse before we see anything improve.

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By *sianMancMan
over a year ago

Manchester

"Only another 3 weeks to go

))))))).. chill people n stay at home

Lmao this will go on for another 12 to 18months.

Hahaha 3 weeks haha

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By *sianMancMan
over a year ago

Manchester

"So.... everyone?

I’m still going to work, but otherwise isolated. I live at home alone, I’m single, I have no family nearby. I think I’m going to struggle but I’m trying to remind myself it could be worse."

You wont struggle! And yes it could be worse.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I had a huge wobble after lockdown was announced.

I am very worried for my sons though. At 12 and almost 14 they are fairly independent but are missing out on a lot.

I fear things are going to get far worse before we see anything improve. "

the extra pressure on the NHS MH services is going to go through the roof.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Only another 3 weeks to go

))))))).. chill people n stay at home

Don't get your hopes up.

Expect months and months"

I bloody hope so quite enjoying this isolation

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It’s got me and my ex talking regularly again. On the cusp of a reconciliation.

Really pleased for you Rachael

Thank you.

Everyone usually says you’re better off without them when you split. No with us. Everyone thought we were set for life.

I live in hope. Xx

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By *hatYorkLadMan
over a year ago

York

I'm glad I live in a decent size house with a garden rather than the small apartment I was in two years ago!

Missing the gym but have got a weights set at home that I'm back on using.

I'm working from home now as collected my work desktop yesterday.

Waiting out on the army to let me know if needed (reservist)

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By *eat meetMan
over a year ago

waterlooville

Glad to see people with spirit again, the last few weeks have been a nightmare and had lost faith in people with this selfish panic buying. I was coming home from work and couldn’t buy a thing so was eating take aways for a week. I took the decision to take a day off to go shopping not just for me but for people around me that couldn’t get to the shops because they don’t drive or live too far, looked like I was panic buying but I split it all up so everybody had food and essentials took me 7 hours to find it all, glad the lockdown happened when it did or I’d have to do it again, cost me me a half a weeks wages but glad I did it these people won’t struggle as much now in the coming weeks. Its lifted my spirit to see how happy they were

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By *oggoneMan
over a year ago

Derry

On the surface I'm still quite calm. Every now & then the anxiety is overwhelming, and then it passes. The isolation doesn't bother me inasmuch as the helplessness does. I'm sharing schooling duty with my ex. I'm cooking a lot but not enjoying food at all right now. Music and meditating helps, the media doesn't.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Everything is a okay

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

My office is closed for three months, but I can access all our systems and my staff's calendars from home. Team meetings are being held via Skype and WhatsApp to communicate across the group's I manage. Our members can still call as we don't have phones at work, just Skype.

I was going stir crazy after day one...I shudder to think what state I'll be in come June, but things could be worse...the other half and the cat are amusing.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"It’s got me and my ex talking regularly again. On the cusp of a reconciliation.

Really pleased for you Rachael

Thank you.

Everyone usually says you’re better off without them when you split. No with us. Everyone thought we were set for life.

I live in hope. Xx"

That’s awesome to hear, best energy to have.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Everyone doing ok?

How are people that have gone for walks, feel refreshed?

Anyone working out from home?

How about those who are just staying inside all day, how are you finding that?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Been isolating for 17 days now and my chin is looking like a badger,next doors dog has been constantly yapping,not seen anyone for a few days apart from that i'm sweet

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By *londie8399Couple
over a year ago

blackpool

I downloaded a app on my phone called house party I video called family yesterday on the app we played games and karaoke on it it helped our family alot hope it helps yours

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By *moothman2000Man
over a year ago

Leicestershire

I've been inside for about 12 days now.

I can't change what's happening so I focus on things that I *can* change.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm doing good.

Got a few motorbike designs to do on pc and plenty of other work to be getting on with.

Hoping to start getting through the mountain of books I've yet to read.

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By *manda_EdinTVTV/TS
over a year ago

edinburgh

Been self isolating for nearly two weeks now and I bc suppose getting used to it . But like others missing the importance of face to face contact with friends and family . It’s so critical . But amusing myself with various FaceTime friends and Houseparty “ socials “ with friends too . Watching sone television but still struggling to concentrate on it . I’ve cut my media viewing down to a minimum . I try to always remember that this virus has a low morrtality rate . Hope everyone is doing good , x Amanda

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By *abioMan
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

in on "staycation" for almost 2 weeks now... 10 more at least to go!! had one really rough day so far, but other than that its the frustration on my part that i want to help, but can't because of my immune system!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Been self isolating for nearly two weeks now and I bc suppose getting used to it . But like others missing the importance of face to face contact with friends and family . It’s so critical . But amusing myself with various FaceTime friends and Houseparty “ socials “ with friends too . Watching sone television but still struggling to concentrate on it . I’ve cut my media viewing down to a minimum . I try to always remember that this virus has a low morrtality rate . Hope everyone is doing good , x Amanda "

I’ve started doing FaceTime with my friends and family.

It’s definitely helped a great deal

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"in on "staycation" for almost 2 weeks now... 10 more at least to go!! had one really rough day so far, but other than that its the frustration on my part that i want to help, but can't because of my immune system!"

As long as you’re doing you’re party by following the guidelines then there isn’t much that you can do, apart from staying strong.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I downloaded a app on my phone called house party I video called family yesterday on the app we played games and karaoke on it it helped our family alot hope it helps yours"

I just downloaded that, haven’t used it yet as I use messenger, but I’ll give it a shot.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'm doing good.

Got a few motorbike designs to do on pc and plenty of other work to be getting on with.

Hoping to start getting through the mountain of books I've yet to read."

It’s that downtime, I’m finding myself wanting to more things such as reading more as well.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

How is everyone adjusting so far?

Those with families at home?

Those who are single, how are you coping?

Is anyone finding the isolation useful? I.e. self reflection?

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