Ever since Governor Newsom announced the Safer at Home order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, California residents have been staying in and practicing physical distancing – only stepping out of their homes for necessities. While this is no doubt an essential precaution to ensure public health and flatten the curve, months indoors can start…Continue Reading How Are You Making the Most of Physical Distancing?
Ayushmita Rao Graduate student from Mumbai, India Physical distancing hasn’t been easy for me, especially since I’m living alone right now. It’s very easy to let the anxiety get to me, which is why I go for walks every evening just to get some sun on my face and relieve the pent-up anxiety of the…Continue Reading
Niranjana Kumar Graduate student from Dubai, UAE I cannot sit still – you can find me moving to every beat I hear! This is what I’m channeling when practicing physical distancing. There are some fantastic hip-hop workouts on YouTube that I’ve been trying out. I’m an extremely neat person, and so I’m investing my energy…Continue Reading
Kathrin Altmann Graduate student from Recklinghausen, Germany Everybody knows I’m a busy girl, and I’ve kept it that way even when practicing physical distancing! I’ve found time for creative pursuits, whether it’s painting or learning French on Duolingo. My multitasking has found its way into my new daily routine – I work on my homework,…Continue Reading
Deeksha Lal Graduate student from Dubai, UAE I’m an outdoors person. I thrive on sun, sand, and sea, so to speak – which means physical distancing has been especially hard on me. I’ve learned that the best way to avoid cabin fever is to keep myself occupied at all times. I’m finally finding the time…Continue Reading