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Folk don't like to talk about it that much, but a few years ago, we all had to sit inside for months to slow down the spread of Covid 19. Practically, this means just being inside your home or apartment day after day, working and studying remotely and doing whatever one could to stay sane. As so often happens with a routine, sometimes the things we get used to stay in place.

Someone asked “What’s a habit you picked up during quarantine that you still maintain?” and netizens shared their best examples. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to comment your own thoughts and experiences below.

#2

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day I’m sure I’m not the only one, but my work/life balance was forcefully re-prioritized in the best way, and I don’t think I’ll ever give an actual f**k about a job or money ever again. I mean I care to the extent that I want to try and do good work, and obviously I care about money to the extent that my bills need paid, but I realized there are plenty of jobs out there and plenty of time to advance my career. I only have one family though, and my kids are kids for a very finite amount of time.

I’ll never again skip a family outing for an extra shift, nor stay late because “this really needs done.” Nah man, it’s 5 pm and that can be tomorrow’s problem; I’m late for home.

rabbidplatypus21 , Helena Lopes Report

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#3

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Not wearing makeup, not doing my hair.. Basically started working from home and my looks went to complete s**t.. However I'm happier somehow.

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Sara Frazer
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same. Used to not be able to leave the house without intricate eye makeup and lipstick. Now I'll put on makeup, like, twice a month? Also I stopped using heat tools on my hair and my hair is actually soft and shiny!

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#4

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day I picked up running as a hobby/acceptable excuse to leave the house. 

I’ve since lost fifty pounds and am now training for a half marathon. 

So, there’s that. .

Aggressive-Farmer798 , Barbara Olsen Report

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Tempest
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I picked up walking as a hobby. There’s a walking/jogging park a short distance from my house which was devoid of couples and kids (the annoying crowds that come to just loiter around) during Covid so it was so peaceful to go for a good walk. Would walk for about 10 km every other day. Kept up the hobby after returning to uni, using the uni track field. I don’t have much time now so I haven’t kept up but I still enjoy walking whenever I can. Not running! That drains me out in minutes.

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#6

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Wash my hands more often.

Pinkrose1_1999 , Burst Report

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Joseph Dixon
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Most people don't know how to do this. Like it's some inconvenience that puts them completely out..... I don't touch door handles anymore without using a paper towel.

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#7

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Saying no to social engagements I don't want to attend.

yeswonderful , Monstera Production Report

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#8

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Not socializing with people and barely leaving the house.

Ambitious_Deer_1487 , Marcus Aurelius Report

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#9

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day I was a bit late to discover all the things my smartphone could do. During the pandemic, I was mentally unwell, nuff said, and I was on my phone for days on end, searching for games, and payday loans and other c**p.

I came across Duolingo, and as I had always wanted to learn French, I started, and got my daily dopamine hits. I got up to 664 days, past my illness too, but then took about 10 months of casual learning before picking up the daily streak again, and now I am 347 days on my second sttempt at a lengthy streak, and I'm starting a Diploma of Modern Languages - French in 2.5 weeks.

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#10

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Masking when I drive Uber. I just tell people they don't have to, but I can have 20 people pass through my car during a shift so it's for my safety. No one cares and many passengers appreciate it.

verminiusrex , Gustavo Fring Report

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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This current flu going around is bad. I don't blame you

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#12

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Started dating a friend of mine since we had more time to hang out and found out we really enjoyed each other. We’re married with a baby now. I suppose you could call him a habit in a way. Haha.

Bethiaaa , J carter Report

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MushroomHead22
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

tell your wife that she's just a hobby that you continue to do since covid... see how she reacts.

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#13

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Ordering groceries online and having them left at my door so I do not have to interact with people.

knightwalkerz113 , RDNE Stock project Report

#15

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Wearing flat shoes. My feet can’t handle heels anymore and I used to wear them every day to work.

Pajama_Mamma_138 , Web Donut Report

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Joseph Dixon
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People should pick footwear on need, not fashion. Even if the shoes cost more than they like.

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#16

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day I always have a some extra toilet paper stashed in the closet.

AshvstheWalkingDead , Anna Shvets Report

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6 days ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I mean listen I always have a few extra rolls in the closet but not 100 extra rolls It's one thing I don't want to realize I need when I have a stomach ache you know. People are also dumb there was a dock workers strike & people rushed to buy TP. It's literally made in the US we don't import it. I stopped by Target and they had pallets full in the front of the store & were charging 50 bucks for 20 rolls. I never wanted to just destroy a display so much in m y life. Corporate greed & stupidity are a bad combination

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#17

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day I stopped wearing makeup every day. Omg, my skin is so much healthier.

holdonwhileipoop , zhugewala Report

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notlikeyou1971
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My makeup remains in the makeup bag and can stay there until further notice.

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#18

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day WFH.

wandita21 , Andrea Piacquadio Report

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Yan
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WTF is WHF? Why using abbr. when it's not really necessary? IMO and FYI MRW when I see next abbr. it makes me ZZZ. But SSDD. TBH IDC

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#19

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Permanent Resting b***h face.

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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I live in a very red state and have worn a mask for the past 4 years (health reasons). But no one has ever said anything to me about it. My friend says I have "f-off face" even while wearing a mask. The "f-off" face does not seem to apply to my students, who are totally cool with it. But I am not accosted by strangers, so yay!

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#20

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Buying literally everything online.

No_Reporter_4563 , Leeloo The First Report

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notlikeyou1971
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For me it's ALMOST everything I need online. Clothes I have to try on unfortunately. Then there's certain stores that don't deliver. Otherwise I try to get what I need delivered. I don't like to go out unless necessary. I started grocery delivery before the Pandemic and Amazon but unfortunately certain things can't be avoided

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#22

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day So this is pretty lame but, for most of my life (starting in probably middle school) I always carried my wallet in my right hand back pocket. I was so used to sitting on it that it became almost comforting. Didn’t really need my wallet for months on end during Covid and was probably wearing sweats with no back pocket when I did need it. I can’t stand having my wallet in my back pocket now so I’m a front pocket wallet guy now.

roadracerxx , Emil Kalibradov Report

#23

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Cooking! I've always loved cooking but I used to eat out alot. Now I prefer home cooked meals over takeout and fast food any day.

Honest-Chocolate1374 , On Shot Report

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The Doom Song
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've learned to enjoy cooking over the last few years. I did a Thai green curry the other night and it was delicious

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#25

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Learning German on Duolingo.
Now I have 1700 days without pause

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zububonsai
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, wie beeindruckend! Ich bin so froh, dass Deutsch meine Muttersprache ist (als Fremdsprache soll es sehr schwer zu lernen sein). Respekt! 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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#27

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Being fat.

musilane , Towfiqu barbhuiya Report

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David
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So many of these posts I've been able to achieve even prior to covid. :)

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#29

Wearing a mask when I’m under the weather.

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benstella
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've got huge respect for why people did that before, it makes sense now, if your the one sick to wear a mask so that you don't spread it

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#30

30 “Quarantine Habits” People Still Have To This Day Distancing, but then I have always had space issues and been cripplingly introverted.

Loose_Pilot574 , cottonbro studio Report

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Sara Frazer
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6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, boyfriend worked in a medical facility with very high-risk patients (he still works there) and the thought of catching covid and giving it to him to give to people who would die from it...oh man that anxiety and fear was intense. I became isolated. It's been years and I still forget that I can go out. But I also got comfy chilling at home with our cats!

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