Look, we understand that times are tough right now. Events seem to be getting cancelled, stores are closing and fake news is spreading quicker than ever.
For more on COVID-19, make sure you check out this episode of It’s Been A Big Day For…
As a result, we know you’re going to be spending a lot of time at home and you’re probably feeling super bored. So, if you’re not one for board games, then we’ve got your entertainment sorted. Here are our picks for uplifting content to keep your spirits high!
Music
Music can be a wonderful way to keep your spirits up when you’re feeling a little bit down. In the words of the Spice Girls, “all you need is positivity”! So, if you’re looking for a few bangers to add to your playlist, don’t worry, we’re here to look after you.
Work From Home – Fifth Harmony
With the rising number of confirmed cases of COVID-19, we’re seeing a lot of companies resort to skeleton staff along with the majority of their employees working from home. While this concept may be new to you, we’re here to make it a little familiar. If you’ve never worked from home before, allow us to remind you of Fifth Harmony’s 2016 bop, ‘Work From Home.’ Let the catchy, monotone chant of “Work, Work, Work, Work, Work…” give you the motivation to keep working even though you don’t have much company at home. Hey, speaking of motivation…
Motivation – Normani
Don’t you dare listen to any sad song today! Today is about creating a mood of happiness and positivity! And what better way to do that than with Normani’s 2019 banger, ‘Motivation’! The glossy, slick instrumentation and the blaring horns make for one upbeat track that’s impossible have a bad vibe to. So, when Normani says, “You got that good good, baby, don’t you?”, just remember, that you do in fact, have that “good good”. Go you!
Dancing On My Own – Robyn
If you’re alone, in quarantine, and embarking on a period of self-isolation then listen up, because we have words of wisdom for you: Just because you’re alone, it doesn’t mean you need to feel alone! If you’re feeling any negativity today, make sure you throw on this 2010 anthem. ‘Dancing On My Own’ is the perfect song to jam out to. It’s not weird at all to dance by yourself because literally Robyn and every protagonist in a rom-com do so! So take that well-earned break and whip out a little dance, you deserve it.
Movies
We all love a good movie, but instead of subjecting yourself to the pain and heartbreak of Marriage Story or the stress and tension that comes with Uncut Gems, maybe go for a different kind of flick! Here are some of our faves.
Bring It On
Honestly, one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time, this film deserves a revisit! Now, it’s probably likely that you’ve already binge-watched Cheer this year, so why not take a look back at what walked so that Cheer could run, Bring It On. This early 00s film is uplifting, hilarious and consistently entertaining, what more could you ask for from a film? Also, if you’ve ever wondered whatever happened to Eliza Dushku, we can help you out there.
Miss Congeniality
Don’t you just love a strong, independent, female lead? Take off that Bird Box mask and open your eyes for this throwback. Sandra Bullock stars as Gracie Hart, a masculine FBI agent who has to has to compete in a beauty pageant for a mission. It’s hilarious, it’s groundbreaking and it’s definitely on my list for the greatest films of all time. Mainly because it gave us this scene.
We spoke about the concept of strong, female, women and their place in gay culture in this episode of It’s Been A Big Day For…
High School Musical
Honestly, Disney is the master of feel-good movies, we already knew this. But, there’s something a little extra to love about a Disney Channel Original Movie. Maybe it’s the fact that they’re incredibly cheesy or they’re ridiculously over-acted, either way, we can’t get enough. And what better DCOM that the one that put Disney Channel on the map, High School Musical.
TV Shows
If you’re in the mood to binge some tv series’, don’t opt for the bleak realism of Black Mirror or the depressing Don’t F*ck With Cats, opt for some heartwarming shows, like the following.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist
Okay, nobody can deny the power that musical-theatre has in televised entertainment. However, what’s currently in the canon, isn’t the best. Glee hasn’t exactly dated well, Pitch Perfect has become a little too cringe for my liking and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series makes me feel super old.
Introducing, the solution to all of our problems, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist. After a mix-up in an MRI scan, this protagonist can suddenly hear all the people around her sing their internal monologue. Sound hilarious? That’s because it is!
Friends
Who needs real-life friends when you’ve got Joey, Chandler, Ross, Rachel, Monica and Pheobe! If you’re stuck at home and away from your mates for a few weeks, fear not! It’s the perfect time to sub out your local friends and sub in seasons 1-10 of Friends! Wooooo Hoo!
The Office
Are you one of many workers who are now working from home? Do you find yourself missing your walks to reception just to get away from your computer? Are you surprised at how much you miss the office? Don’t worry! If you’re not at the office, bring The Office to you! Throw on all 9 seasons of this iconic show in the background of whatever you’re doing and pretend that you’re still at work!
Remember it’s important to look after your mental health at times like this, so make sure you do everything you can to make sure you’re all good!
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