Maybe you can't go out this week because you're on a tight budget. Maybe you are grounded. Maybe you need an evening to recharge your batteries. Whatever the reason, you'll stay home on Saturday night. With Netflix and YouTube at your fingertips, you could just do marathons of movies, TV shows, and videos, but that's not the only option. With a limited cost or for free, you can spend a pleasant evening alone. There are countless ways to have fun at home on a Saturday night: here are a few to take inspiration from.
Steps
Method 1 of 5: Ignite the Creative Spark
Step 1. Throw a party and dance alone
Not only does it benefit your physical well-being and self-esteem, but dancing can help spark creativity. Select your favorite songs and start moving.
You are free to experiment with new movements without feeling uncomfortable, like when it happens to you in public
Step 2. Write a letter
In a world full of bills and flyers, people love receiving handwritten correspondence, but the benefits of writing a letter don't end there. Studies have shown that expressive writing can actually help you develop a more positive worldview.
- You can write to a distant person or to someone you see every day. Writing gives you the opportunity to express yourself in a way that you may not be able to do in everyday conversations. Do you want to tell someone you love him? Do you want to share the struggles you are going through to make an important decision, such as a future career move or the university to join? Writing a letter will not only help you build a deeper bond with the recipient, it will also allow you to process some thoughts.
- If you express yourself better with pictures than with words, why not make a drawing? Who wouldn't love to get an exclusive illustration?
Step 3. Color
It is an activity that is currently very fashionable, at all ages. More and more people are discovering the benefits of paper and colored pencils.
You can buy adult coloring books at bookstores and newsstands, but you can also find thousands of free pages online
Step 4. Implement the projects you've seen on Pinterest, a site full of DIY ideas
Take a look at your boards to find a project you've been meaning to do for some time.
- Decorate the walls using your wedding flowers or make beeswax candles.
- Bake a loaf of bread or choose another recipe proposed on Pinterest. Nothing tastes better than freshly baked bread, but since it takes a long time to prepare, it is generally more practical to buy it. Since you have an evening all to yourself, why not give it a try? The garlic and rosemary bread is delicious, not to mention the inviting smell it gives off.
Step 5. Write a diary
By spending time alone, you can indulge in a moment of introspection, away from the noise of hopes and expectations that others have towards you.
Method 2 of 5: Classic and Proven Ideas
Step 1. Watch a movie
Sure, that's to be expected, but there will always be a movie on Netflix that you haven't seen, or you can even rent one. Don't miss the days when you used to go to Blockbuster?
Make original snacks. Try sprinkling melted chocolate on popcorn - you won't regret it
Step 2. Pamper yourself
It's unlikely that you will have time to take a hot bath during the week, so take advantage of this free evening to soak up the tub.
- Mix a cup of Epsom salts, a cup of milk powder, 60 grams of baking soda, a handful of lavender flowers, and four drops of lavender essential oil. Pour a quarter of this mixture into hot water and store the rest in an airtight container. Enjoy a nice relaxing bath.
- Take care of your nails. You know you should get pedicures more often, so get to work.
- Make a cup of your favorite tea, sit down, drink it and do nothing else. Maybe you are used to drinking coffee or tea on the go. Enjoy a moment of idleness.
Step 3. Sleep
Sometimes you need to go to sleep early even on a Saturday night, especially if it's been a particularly tiring week. Don't feel bad about it. According to some studies, those who go to bed early on weekends enjoy more advantages than other people. You'll rest better and get ready for the week.
Step 4. Rearrange a room
Nothing could be simpler: moving a sofa from one part of the room to another can give you enormous satisfaction. It can be fun to imagine all the possible arrangements. A new accommodation can renovate a space that no longer stimulates you.
Not everyone likes to organize the house, but some find it very fulfilling. If you like tidying up, take the opportunity to clean the closet or drawer where you keep a bit of everything
Step 5. Call a friend or relative you haven't talked to in a long time
Surely your grandmother misses you! Everyone is in a rush these days, so it can be difficult to carve out time for friends and family, especially when they're not part of your daily life. An evening spent at home with no special plans is perfect for picking up the phone and chatting with the most important people in your life.
Method 3 of 5: Invest in Your Personal Growth
Step 1. Search for new music
Are you tired of always listening to the same music? Go to Spotify and explore. Write the name of an artist you like to find similar singers and musicians. Get lost in this wonderful world.
Step 2. Catch up with your readings
At the end of a work or school day, opening a book often is the last thing you want to relax. But as Dr. Seuss said, "The more you read, the more you'll know. The more you learn, the more places you'll go." In this case, you've surely recovered from the weekly fatigue on Friday, so Saturday night is the perfect time to open a book that has long been lying on your bedside table.
Step 3. Acquire a new skill
The idea of trying your hand at an activity you don't know at all can scare you. This may be why you have never tried drawing, even if you have been wanting to learn from time immemorial. If there's a skill you absolutely want to cultivate, give it a try.
Learning something new can stimulate creativity and self-esteem. Of course you will make mistakes, it is part of learning. But as you start to catch up, you will become more and more courageous and willing to try new experiences
Method 4 of 5: Plan Fun Experiences for the Future
Step 1. Collect ideas about a trip you would like to take
Even if you can't afford it for now, imagining an experience you'd like to experience is almost as enjoyable as living it. Go to Pinterest to see images of beautiful and exotic places.
If you can invest in a trip, start planning! Planning a vacation is fun, but it takes time. Take transportation, meals, and accommodations into consideration. Take away the satisfaction of planning the adventures you would like to do
Step 2. Prepare your Christmas gift list, or make your own
The holiday season comes inexorably every year, almost by stealth. Consequently, every time you risk giving last-minute gifts that are anything but thoughtful, simply to get rid of this trouble.
- Make a list of the people you want to give a gift to.
- Decide if you prefer to make gifts at home or buy them. People love personalized gifts, so if you have a good dexterity, like working with wood or knitting, take the opportunity to create something special.
Step 3. Make your own Carnival or Halloween costume, even if there is a long time to go
Often people postpone and arrive at Carnival or Halloween without ideas. The usual ghost is banal and leaves everyone indifferent. Consider your favorite books and movies, or think of the funniest news you've read around recently.
Method 5 of 5: Involving Other People
Step 1. Invite friends
Who ever said you have to stay home alone? Ask your friends to join you to share adventures. They will be able to enrich your proposals to organize an evening dedicated to creativity.
Instead of watching a movie as usual, invite your friends over for a game of a board game. Ask everyone to bring what they like and a snack
Step 2. Plan a romantic date at home
Compared to a usual night out, with dinner and cinema, this experience can strengthen the intimacy of the couple. Plus, you'll spend a lot less!
Prepare the fondue. You can melt chocolate, but also make other dips in a slow cooker or on the stove. You can find many fondue recipes online, from classic chocolate to more elaborate cheese sauces
Step 3. Offer to babysit your friend's child
Children trust their instincts and are creative by nature. If you don't typically spend a lot of time with children, babysitting can be fun from time to time. Adopt their same sense of wonder and curiosity - this will help you pass the time in a more original way.
