Rain, rain, go away! We've all uttered that phrase one time or another. Lots of people much prefer the beams of the sun, or even a light breeze. Rainy days can have a dimming effect on our lives and our spirits. But that doesn't have to be the case! A rainy day can be utilized for a better day. There are so many activities you can do, why limit yourself based on weather. These helpful tips with give you some great ideas for what to do on rainy days.
1. Netflix
You know you have some shows in your Netflix queue you haven't caught up on yet. Whether it's a legal drama, a bridal reality TV show, or some new anime, there's always something else to watch that you just haven't had the time to catch up on. Rainy days are perfect. The day is naturally chilly and dark, just like a movie theater. No one's going to call you to go out. The warm glow of your TV is going to be all the warmth you need on a rainy day.
2. Books
When's the last time you read a book? With most books having credible adaptations in movies or TV, many people skip the printed word. Don't! Catch up on some reading on a day most cloudy. It's the perfect temperature to wrap up in a blanket. You can adjust your comfort level perfectly. Find a story and lose yourself in the world. The vivid descriptions in the text will lighten up your otherwise grey and dreary looking world. See if you can knock out a whole book in one day.
3. Become a Chef
You know a great way to stay warm on a cold day? Cooking! Use a rainy day to practice your recipes. Make a soup, or a cake, or some delicious hot chocolate. Whip out those old cookbooks and find something you've always wanted to try. A bad day is no excuse for wasting a day. You can make a seasonal dish you otherwise wouldn't have been motivated to make. Besides, you'll score (literal) brownie points with anybody else you happen to live with.
4. Board Games
Board games are the old rainy day standby. Jokingly referred to as "bored" games, you'd be surprised by the amount of fun those old games contain. A game of Monopoly, or Sorry, or Settlers of Catan can really help the days go by faster. If you're really in it to win it, maybe consider starting to play Dungeons & Dragons. That way, you'll always have something to go back to in times of boredom. Board games also serve as a great bonding experience, so you can turn clouds into memories.
5. Ignore It
Humankind has never been known for its willingness to cave to the elements. The concept of a boat is really just a physical fight against the ocean. So, if your day is grey & lonely, just stick out your chin and confront it head on. Put on a raincoat, grab an umbrella, and go stomp some puddles. Throw a barbecue on your covered patio. Build and race paper boats. Nothing is ever going to keep you down if you don't let it. You're in charge of the sunshine in your life.
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