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Boredom due to long covid syndrome. Any suggestions?

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RoyDunn59
RoyDunn59 Community member Posts: 7 Listener
edited July 2021 in Coffee lounge
I've been living with long covid syndrome for 15 months although I've got a fantastic circle of friends etc I get bored very quickly. I've tried painting by numbers but with a benign hand tremors this is difficult. It is hard to get out due to illness so entertainment is at home.  TV and radio are fine but only for a while. Any suggestions welcome 
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  • janer1967
    janer1967 Community member Posts: 21,964 Disability Gamechanger
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    Hi and welcome to the community 

    I understand the boredom I hardly get out either 

    Try jigsaw or some crosswords or puzzle books 

    Maybe colouring might be easier than paint by numbers 

    There are online games and drawing or jigsaw I used to use magic puzzles website 
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  • RoyDunn59
    RoyDunn59 Community member Posts: 7 Listener
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    Excellent never thought of jigsaws haven't done one for over 40 years thank you 
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  • leeCal
    leeCal Community member Posts: 7,550 Disability Gamechanger
    edited July 2021
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    You might try building models from matchsticks. Using a pair of tweezers to place pieces may help.

    basket weaving could also be quite profitable these days.

    knitting?

    all depending on how severe the hand tremors are of course.

    audio books maybe.
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  • Cher_Alumni
    Cher_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,741 Disability Gamechanger
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    Hello there @RoyDunn59

    I'm sorry to hear you have long covid, has your GP been able to support you with managing your symptoms?  

    You've already had some great suggestions (I love a jigsaw!) and I wonder if you might enjoy listening to podcasts too?  I listen to one every night to help me relax for bed and there's some fascinating subjects covered.  If you have the Apple podcasts app you can listen on there, or alternatively have a little nosey at these BBC podcasts to get started.

    One of our members @chiarieds previously created this 'Activities for the little grey cells' thread that contains lots of things to pass the time too including online crossword puzzles, games and word searches.  Perhaps give that a little read?

    Of course, you are always more than welcome to join us for a virtual natter so feel free to get involved where'er you like :)

    Take care and I hope we can speak again soon.
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  • RoyDunn59
    RoyDunn59 Community member Posts: 7 Listener
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    Yes the doctors are doing what they can but as yet no medication as they don't know what exactly they're dealing with.  It appears to be a long process with no light at the end of the tunnel. 
    My mental health isn't too bad at present 
    .Will take your advice and listen to some podcasts. Thank you for your support and suggestions 
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  • woodbine
    woodbine Community member Posts: 11,673 Disability Gamechanger
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    I find reading helps with boredom, and of course being an active member of this forum !
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  • RoyDunn59
    RoyDunn59 Community member Posts: 7 Listener
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    Very true use to love reading will see if my ex will take me up town over the weekend 
    Thanks for the suggestions 
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