1. Read a book
Reading is so underrated and honestly it's awesome. Getting lost in a good book is like escaping from reality and jumping into a new world. Plus it's actually enjoyable believe it or not when you genuinely enjoy the book. Whether it's historical fiction, fantasy or a dictionary, so just up a book and snuggle into a blanket while you read because it's better than watching The View all day.
2. Bake
Having the oven on will not only give off a crazy good aroma in your home, but it will also keep the kitchen warm. Bake some cookies and brownies from the box or go super ambitious and find some Buzzfeed videos on how to make elaborate desserts from scratch. And never feel like you've baked too much, wrap up extra batches for your friends and family to let them know you love them. You can also invite your friends or boy/girlfriend over to keep you company and help while you make some sweet treats during this frigid winter!
3. Go through all your junk
Trust me, this can take hours from all the clutter you've accumulated over the years and you will end up finding precious mementos that you will spend time reminiscing on. You know in the back of your mind you have to do it at some point, so what better day then being stuck inside all day from the below zero weather! Who knows, you might find some missing items or old pictures that you were looking for, you'd be surprised how many memories can fit into a tiny closet.
4. Surf the web
If you're glued to your computer, then use that to your advantage when you just can't watch anymore Netflix (if that's even possible). When I'm bored, I use Pinterest, Tumblr and StumbleUpon (a website that takes you to other websites based off your interests) and I download music. You can do anything that you like on these sites, some of my favorites are finding new recipes for meals and for face/hair masks, sharing new memes and chatting with people who also enjoy these things. If you're with friends, the website omegle can make you laugh for hours.
5. Call or write people you haven't talked to in a while
Use this time indoors to call your parents, siblings, friends or anyone you haven't caught up with recently. Sure you could text, but nothing beats hearing a loved one's voice and having a real conversation with them, it shows them that you are taking the time out of your day to speak with them. Writing is also an option, write to people in different countries or to grandparents that have a tough time with technology or even take up a pen pal. Pen pals are perfect because it's like having a clean slate, you can tell them anything and if you have a good one, they'll give you good and honest advice. Also if you pick a foreign pen pal, you can get to know what like is like in another culture and area of the world, how cool!
So, instead of staring out the window, being so sad that winter has come quickly and harshly and wishing you could be outside in mid 70s weather, try these 5 fun things to do inside and comment other fun ideas for cold winter days!
