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Self Discovery · May 26, 2020

What I Learned About Myself While In Self Isolation


What I Learned About Myself While In Self Isolation
This is me after venturing out of my neighborhood for an outing for the first time in 2 months.

The world that we knew became drastically different in March, and while things are opening up little by little, we are still under the thumb of a global pandemic. Covid-19 pretty much has all of us shook and things will never be the same again.

I will never be the same again.

I am an extrovert through and through, but I now feel anxiety about going into large crowds or gatherings. The thought of going to a concert or to the movies, or anywhere where there’s more then five people I know makes me queasy.

Can anyone else relate?

I am a huge fan of traveling, but getting on a plane? Not sure I want to do that anytime soon, because, you know—a second wave?

During the pandemic, I have learned some interesting things about myself. Spending so much time indoors in self isolation can do that for you.

I am a different Danyelle than when this whole thing began, and I’ve learned a lot about myself while in quarantine.

This is what I learned about myself while in self isolation.

Cue the intro music…

I can do my own hair

For the past six years, I am counted on a professional hair stylist to do my hair. I pay for the convenience, and worked hard to make sure that I could afford to have my hair done regularly. For the first time in years, I was forced to do my hair and I found out something.

With the aid of some pretty good hair products, I can pretty much do it myself.  It actually looks decent, too.

Granted, I bought some clip-in hair extensions to make my hair fuller so they help. But I’ve gotten this hair thing down pat, and I think I will be doing my own hair for now on, unless it’s a special occasion or I need a cut.

Think about the money will be saving!

During the pandemic, I have learned some interesting things about myself. Spending so much time indoors in self isolation can do that for you.

Manicures are no longer necessary, but pedicures are a must

I’ve been gel over an acrylic overlay on my nails for years. Of course when everything shut down, I was no longer able to get my nails done, so after about a month, I soaked the gel and acrylic off of my nails and I’ve been wearing them natural with a clear top coat.

At this point, I am perfectly fine with my nails being natural, and I don’t think I will go back to wearing my nails the other way, as I’ve learned to like the way my nails are now. Plus, if there is ever a shutdown again, I don’t want to have to go through the process of soaking the gel off (it is a horrible process).

I’m still down for a pedicure, though, and will begin getting them once I feel safe doing so.

I like being inside

As a wanderlust traveler who likes to stay on the go, I have a newfound appreciation for staying indoors. The first three weeks of quarantine were brutal, but after that, my home started to feel like a cozy sanctuary that I am not yet ready to give up. I am not ready to go back to running the streets and living dangerously just yet. I am now a homebody, and I like it this way.

I was made for self isolation

I am an only child, so while self isolation felt stifling at times, my personality and independence is perfect for being alone. I enjoy having ME time and not always have to be on for a crowd of friends and family.

During the pandemic, I have learned some interesting things about myself. Spending so much time indoors in self isolation can do that for you.

I am one of the most positive people I know

Complain, much? While going through this whole thing, I’ve learned that I am a pretty positive thinker and have the tendency to look on the bright side of almost every situation. I am completely wired that way, which bodes well during a pandemic. I haven’t been stressed at all, and I think it’s my good vibes that has gotten me through.

I am very thankful for that.

I am a true insomniac

I haven’t been sleeping well for the last few years, but since Covid-19, I find myself having trouble falling asleep at least 3 to 4 times a week. I’ve learned that it is getting more difficult for me to shut my brain off at bedtime, which has had a direct result in my lack of sleeping.

I didn’t consider myself an insomniac–until now.

[ Read Are You Having Strange Dreams While In Quarantine ]

I’ve tried melatonin, Tylenol PM, and other sleep aids.

Do know of any sleep remedies that I should try?

Flowers are my thing

Flowers have helped me get through this time, let me tell you! Since I am cooped up inside, I get flowers every week from my living room and dining room (gotta love Trader Joe’s!). The smell, the color, and they way they liven up my living space has made me enjoy my time indoors that much more. Even after this is over, I plan on continuing to purchase new flowers for my home every week.

During the pandemic, I have learned some interesting things about myself. Spending so much time indoors in self isolation can do that for you.

I need to learn new recipes

I don’t know about you, but I have been creating the same 10-12 recipes over and over while quarantining and I think my family is tired of it all. Our new normal has showed me that I need to level up when it comes to my recipes. I’ve come a long way with cooking (I used to not cook at all), but I still have a long way to go in terms of making new dishes for mealtime.

We are all works in progress, right?

Listen, I am in no hurry for things to go back to the way they were, but I know that as things open up in waves, the indoor life I have been content with will soon be a memory. I am trying to get the most out of it before the rat race and hectic schedules and activity takeover.

What have you learned about yourself during self isolation? I wanna know!


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Comments

  1. Kim says

    May 26, 2020 at 10:42 pm

    Awesome post! Pre-pandemic I was very much a homebody. Wild horses couldn’t drag me outside, but after 2+ months of a stay at home order, I am over it. I’m so sick of being in my house. I just want to be able to go somewhere besides Target & Walmart. This has taught me to really rethink this homebody life. Post pandemic, I’ll be making a conscious effort to get out more.

    I had some trips planned this year and those have been canceled, so now I have no summer plans. Maybe I’ll redecorate our deck. I suppose as this wears and the inevitable second wave happens, I’ll discover more things about myself.

    I still can’t do my hair. I relaxed my hair last month and I have zero desire to ever do that again.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      May 26, 2020 at 11:15 pm

      I am super concerned about the second wave. I don’t think I will be comfortable until some more time passes.

      Decorating the deck sounds like a great idea. I want to work on mine as well.

      Reply
  2. ceecee says

    May 28, 2020 at 2:28 pm

    For sleeping help, try dabbing a few drops of lavender oil behind your ears. It helped me a lot! You can also sprinkle a few drops on your pillow.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      May 28, 2020 at 10:05 pm

      Thanks for the suggestion. I have some lavender essential oil that I can use.

      Reply

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Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift car My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift cards as one of my Christmas surprises. Take a look at my haul which includes makeup for oily skin and a some faves! #sephora #haul #skin #oilyskin #beautyproducts #overforty #midlifewomen
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