As we begin to ease out of lockdown, or atleast the UK’s poor attempt at a lockdown, and begin to restore some areas of our country to more normality I have found myself reflecting on the little silver linings I found during lockdown.
I am lucky enough to still have had full time work throughout the whole of lockdown, and so whilst I didn’t have loads of spare time there were still times when I had more free time than usual.
My lockdown silver linings
- Much needed “me” time
One thing I really came to appreciate, particularly at the beginning was how much free time I had to just “do me”.
Since lockdown started I’ve found myself with more time in the mornings before work, after work and on the weekends which whilst it can get a bit tedious not being able to see people or go and grab a coffee, it has had some benefits for me!
I have fit time in for exercise daily, I’ve baked more, I’ve finally started getting through my stack of what is now 10 books to read, I’ve gotten into a better routine, I’ve done some colouring to help me refocus my brain, I’ve started yoga – the list is endless.
I’ve found that these positives in terms of my development, along with having a great support network and thankfully still having work, have really helped me to keep my sanity and to see the silver lining on this cloud. - Appreciation for what I have
God I miss being able to see my family properly, and being able to see all of my friends for cocktails or a day out.
I also really miss being able to pop out for a coffee, or go somewhere nice for lunch/dinner, or being able to go swimming, or popping into Newlook for a cheeky purchase!
I am lucky that I live with my brother, his fiance, and their two children currently – so I haven’t been lonely. However, I have really come to appreciate some of the people and the things in my life. I think it has brought clarity in what makes me happy, what I deserve and what I want to be doing with my time.
It’s also highlighted some friendships that hold the most value – and also those which I possibly find myself having to put in double effort. There are people that I am so looking forward to spending proper quality time with after this, and I am sure as hell going to be making the most of my evenings and weekends! - Getting fit!
So fitness wise, lockdown has actually been a blessing for me. I’ve been able to focus a bit more fitness wise, despite having an injured foot which has put a stop to all cardio.
I’ve now lost around a stone over the course of about 3.5 months, and am looking a hell of a lot better than I was last year. So on both mental and physical counts there has been SO much improvement. One of my friends actually commented “you’re looking slim tills” – which whilst I’ve never been considered overweight, was nice to hear after I’ve been putting in so much effort to just tone it all up a bit and lose some weight I put on after a rather crap 2019.

So, those are my three lockdown silver linings… What are yours? Share below!
I think lockdown really has taught us valuable lessons! I’ve been able to do a lot of things I love and invent had time for but have also learned that you don’t have to be busy all the time and relaxing is ok!
Thank you for the comment! I love how lockdown has been a reset for some of us… Such a crazy and horrible situation on the one hand, but on the other it’s actually done some good.
Spending time with my family has been brilliant and also having lots of time to write. I’ve also been exercising a huge amount more too.
You’re right, lockdown has had silver linings!
Thanks for the comment 😊 it’s so lovely to hear other people’s positive side to lockdown!
Trying every day to remind myself about all of the silver linings of lockdown – thanks for sharing this. Also, those abs – go girl!
Thank you!
And people keep saying they’re “abs” 😂 I don’t really see them as being that defined! Haha
These are some good silver linings for lockdown. I certainly have found some positives, appreciating time with loved ones, saving a lot more money too. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.
I’ve loved having more time to myself. I’ve still being going to work during the lockdown but only on a rota. I’m back in work full time now and I’m already missing having time to do the things I enjoy. Unfortunately fitness went right out of the window for me so I’m hoping I can get back into more of a routine with that now.
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Thanks for the comment! I think working helps a bit with routine/sanity?! 😂 It’s nice to hear you’ve found some time for yourself though! ☺️