Do we even need a guide? As an introvert, one of my favourite things to do is staying at home. I am very much a home comforts person, and have stayed in without going out of my house for a week straight during university. Admittedly it could get boring (after the first five days), so you need to prepare beforehand. Here's a little guide for you to make the best out of your day or week at home.

Plan a Movie or TV Show Marathon

Plans didn't fall through? No worries. You can just hang out at home and plan a movie marathon. I personally love Harry Potter, and much to my parents' dismay I cannot stop after watching the first movie. So I tend to watch all eight of them over two days. Back when I was sick with the pox, I managed to watch all the seasons of Sex and the City. Who knew Carrie Bradshaw was so relatable (except for her love for going out)? Does that make me Aidan in bed with his KFC chicken bucket?

Enjoy Some TLC

Pampering yourself isn't selfish, it is a necessity! So light up some candles, and put on a face mask or two (because multi-masking is the new trend) and give yourself a mani-pedi. This will not only improve your appearance, but also will uplift your mood significantly. Well, it does that to me at least.

Drawing and Colouring

One of my drawings of George Harrison 😂

Did anyone else pick up adult colouring books at the Big Bad Wolf (BBW) Sale? It's such a beautiful process to colour in mandalas, and see it all come together as a composite image at the end. While it might seem like a childish activity (yes I've been told this multiple times) there's something so calming, and centering about engaging in art. Besides it's fun and creative, and certainly will appeal to the inner child in you.

Read


There's nothing more satisfying than curling up on the couch with a good book, and of course a cup of tea and cookies to accompany it. I'll admit there have been days when I've spent the entire day reading just because I am so invested in completing the entire book. I should perhaps add that my favourite genre being psychological thrillers might have something to do with this. Whichever book you choose, it's nice to be completely focused in on it.
 If you want to see some of my favourite books, I have already written a separate blog post on 5 books that shaped who I am.

Speaking of BBW, I hear it's coming up again in June so make sure you save up, just so you can set days aside to do nothing but read. Ah, bliss!


I hope you enjoyed reading this post. What are your favourite activities to engage in at home? Also if you have recipes for delicious baked goods, do let me know in a comment down below.

Thank you for reading!
Much Love,

Man's Search For Meaning- Viktor E. Frankl

There is a reason why this book has sold twelve million copies. It takes you through the experience of a Holocaust survivor, Viktor Frankl. Here is someone in the most unimaginable of circumstances, still feeling hopeful about life, taking each day as it comes, and creating meaning out of it. The mere feeling of hope the book radiates is inspirational. This book was recommended to me as an undergrad during a course on existentialism. It made me re-evaluate the value of each day. It makes a person appreciate something that is taken for granted: life at the present time. If anything the book emphasises choice and I quote Frankl, 

"Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and freedom."

Veronika Decides to Die- Paulo Coelho

Another book on existentialism; clearly I have an affinity for books exploring life's meaning. Coelho writes about a woman who has everything yet still has nothing, until she realises her life's worth. It reminded me of the inherent value of life, something that is taken so lightly. It's a re-affirmation on why I needed to make the most out of each day (an eye-opener for a chronic procrastinator). It makes you question, 'what would you do if you only had a couple of days to live?'. This brings us to examine the most important things in life, the goals that I'd like to achieve for myself or how I would like to be remembered. 

The Boston Girl- Anita Diamant

This is a book that's written in the style of a conversation between Addie and her twenty-two year old granddaughter. It is scattered with simple joys and words of wisdom. I could only describe this book as warm and comforting. Reading this reminds you of the long conversations you'd have with a grandparent requesting for the 100th time to tell their life story because it's coming from someone who has walked the path before you. It's light-hearted but packed with experiences that are both optimistic and disappointing and if anything it tugs on those emotional heart strings. The narrative made me think, if I were to look back and tell my life story, how would that story go? Do I add to the story by working through anxiety and fears, or tell a story of someone who lived life vicariously through others?

Quiet-Susan Cain

People say 'be who you are' but it's certainly easier said than done. This book was the further nudge I needed to feel empowered and comfortable in who I am-an introvert who loves to stay at home, have a warm cup of tea surrounded by my loves that are my labs and beagle (also named beagle). For the longest time we have debated between the nature of introverts and extroverts with a high emphasis on the advantages of being extroverts. I thought I needed to 'fake it' at times, pretend I'm more outgoing than I am. Truthfully, I am someone who loves being in the comfort of my own home, and I have a few close friends that I enjoy spending time with. Embracing myself for who I am was probably the most unnerving thing I have done, and it is something that I am still doing.

Bite Marks courtesy of Johnny

Emotional Intelligence-Daniel Goleman

This is the reason why both my dissertations have been around the topic of 'Emotional Intelligence'. Goleman makes compelling statements backed with evidence as to why we all should focus more on emotional intelligence than IQ levels. After all, as human beings we relate to others in ways we don't even think. A simple example being the contagiousness of yawning. Subtle right? We have a capacity for empathy, and if we recognise the potency of this we can build a world based on mutual understanding, love and respect. Wouldn't that be nice? The best aspect about this is that we can grow our emotional intellect, by practicing empathy, by practicing acceptance, and kindness.

I'd like to know which books shaped your lives and who you are as individuals. Do let me know in a comment down below.

Thank you for reading!
Much Love,