With the extended lockdown in place, staying home all day can become anxiety-inducing or boring for some; even doctors. In this article, Dr. Purvish Parikh provides a few tips on how one can make best use of their free time during self-isolation.

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Being forced to stay at home can feel frustrating and a waste of time for doctors and many would assume that it is not possible to do anything productive while at home. But, with some clever planning, it is possible to maximise your day, be productive, and also spend time with family.

Divide your day into structured segments

Increase sleep time, reduce awake hours, and laze a bit. Once awake, get ready as you would normally do on a regular work day (shower, change clothes, look and feel good), make a formal plan for the day and assign time slots accordingly. Be productive to be positive.