If you are wondering – What to do in a Lockdown situation? Will the Coronavirus pandemic change the world permanently? What can you do individually to help the national economy from collapsing? And can we ever travel again? Find all the answers in this article.

The new Covid-19 Corona Virus Pandemic has been keeping all the humans at home for the past two to three months now. Every citizen in the world is in some or other kind of a lockdown. We are consistently fighting it together by reinventing old ways and embracing a new way of life. While the Corona Virus has given nature and tourist spots a fresh start, humanity is staring at a huge loss of life and wealth.

Stay Home and Stay Clean

The worst thing that some nations did in the earlier stage of the pandemic is they underestimated the Corona Virus. The lack in implementing the strict measures in first stages resulted in higher severity of the pandemic. In India, the measures have been implemented even before the first stage, thanks to the example set by other nations like Italy or the US. So what to do in a lockdown situation? These are some protective measures and other things that you should be doing right now.

Protective Measures against the Corona Virus

Following are simple yet effective measures that WHO has advised:

Wash your Hands: Wash as if you have just cut some chillies and now want to touch your contact lenses.

Wash as if you have just cut some chillies and now want to touch your contact lenses. Avoid touching Eyes, Nose and Mouth: Avoid taking your hands above the shoulder.

Avoid taking your hands above the shoulder. Maintain your distance: Be at least 1 meter or 3 feet apart from other people, when you are talking or buying your groceries and essentials.

Be at least 1 meter or 3 feet apart from other people, when you are talking or buying your groceries and essentials. If you have cough, fever and difficulty in breathing immediately seek medical help.

Take care of the elderly: The Coronavirus has shown surprisingly lethal effects on people above the age of 60 years. In these times it is important to take care of our elders. Also, make sure you keep your distance from them. You may asymptomatically – that is without any symptoms have the virus. And then unknowingly transfer it to your elders too.

Boost your Immune System

What to do in a Lockdown Situation – Boost your immune system

Increasing your immune system is your last line of defence. I haven’t seen many people stressing on this point. Everyone seems to be more interested in Dalgona coffee, face masks and hand sanitizers. Increasing your body’s immunity is of utmost importance now. It is the last resort which you can rely upon in this pandemic. It is easier said than done though and will require a lot of discipline on your part. Luckily, now people have started eating home-cooked Satvik food. Many are exercising during this #stayhome period. Following are some things that you need, to strengthen your immunity naturally. Be ready to fight from inside as well as from outside. It’s not that hard to follow.

Things your body needs for immunity: Healthy food, plenty of water, exercise, good sleep, sunlight and fresh air.

Healthy food, plenty of water, exercise, good sleep, sunlight and fresh air. Foods that supercharge your immune system: Citrus Fruits – Orange, Lemons, Avocado, Mango, Pineapple, Tangerine; Yoghurt, Almonds, Spinach, Ginger, Garlic, Berries, Broccoli. If you are Indian then use more Turmeric. If you eat, then eggs.

Citrus Fruits – Orange, Lemons, Avocado, Mango, Pineapple, Tangerine; Yoghurt, Almonds, Spinach, Ginger, Garlic, Berries, Broccoli. If you are Indian then use more Turmeric. If you eat, then eggs. Things you need if you get infected by Corona Virus: Honey and Lemon or Citrus fruits- it is found that the virus cannot survive in increased Ph levels, Vicks Vaporub, Cough medicine, Lots of rest, plenty of water, medical help and isolation.

Your immune system is your last resort in this pandemic

What to do in a lockdown situation?

All of us have finally found the time to spend alone at our homes, away from the busy schedules we had. But it is important to spend it wisely. Rather than just doing Netflix and Chill do these things in a lockdown situation.

Set your life goals , re-evaluate your earlier goals and see how you can achieve them. Write them down in a timeline. That means to set a time limit for achieving your goal.

, re-evaluate your earlier goals and see how you can achieve them. Write them down in a timeline. That means to set a time limit for achieving your goal. Eat Healthy food . Whether you like cooking or not, learn to cook something healthy for yourself. Re-evaluate your eating habits and set new health goals. Your body is made up of what you eat, not by how much you exercise.

. Whether you like cooking or not, learn to cook something healthy for yourself. Re-evaluate your eating habits and set new health goals. Your body is made up of what you eat, not by how much you exercise. Learn new Workouts or Yoga asanas. You can find really good free guidance on Youtube. Just make sure the instructor is an authority in his area of expertise. Meditate to find your inner voice.

You can find really good free guidance on Youtube. Just make sure the instructor is an authority in his area of expertise. Meditate to find your inner voice. Give your family the time they need . Play with your kids. Make these lockdown times an unforgettable family get together.

. Play with your kids. Make these lockdown times an unforgettable family get together. Bring back your hobbies . Whether you loved playing the Guitar or painting the sunset, bring that hobby back.

. Whether you loved playing the Guitar or painting the sunset, bring that hobby back. Set up your screen time for apps like Instagram and Youtube, and move towards a healthy digital schedule.

for apps like Instagram and Youtube, and move towards a healthy digital schedule. Take online classes to increase your knowledge about your profession. You can also watch Youtube videos, there is a lot of free information in this world nowadays.

to increase your knowledge about your profession. You can also watch Youtube videos, there is a lot of free information in this world nowadays. Detox and Declutter your home, yourself, and your life. Start home renovations and simple DIYs. Keep aside the stuff that you know you will never use, and throw it away later. Similarly, remove toxic and useless people from your life.

How can you help the national economy?

What to do in a Lockdown Situation – Buy Local, Spend Local

All the nations around the world are staring in the face of an economic depression. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic growth rates are expected to be negative in developed economies. And India which is still a developing economy may achieve 2% growth rate as against the normal 6%. What this means for you is – increased unemployment and reduced spending. This will first bite the small businesses around you. It will increase poverty and divide in society all over the world. So, what to do in a lockdown situation? Can you do something on your individual level? Or shall we just wait for the governments to sort this out?

I am of the opinion that we all should do something. Following are some simple changes in your habits and preferences that you can make to save yourself and the country from an economic point of view.

Invest in Local Markets: BUY LOCAL. SPEND LOCAL. Spend on brands from your country. Promote your local brands. Eat at home, but if you have to eat outside, choose your local hotel or cafe for food. Encourage local producers, if you cannot buy from them still give them good ratings online. If you are planning a vacation after lockdown, travel within your country. This will help the small businesses in your country. This will ensure that money keeps circulating within the country.

BUY LOCAL. SPEND LOCAL. Spend on brands from your country. Promote your local brands. Eat at home, but if you have to eat outside, choose your local hotel or cafe for food. Encourage local producers, if you cannot buy from them still give them good ratings online. If you are planning a vacation after lockdown, travel within your country. This will help the small businesses in your country. This will ensure that money keeps circulating within the country. Donate Food and necessities to the poor: Donate food, necessities and money to the poor and underprivileged, rather than donating money to the funds created by the government or NGOs. I am not pointing out the deficiencies in the system here. But the thing is if you give directly to the poor, the process is much faster and better.

The economy is important, but we have fortunately chosen lives and humanity above all

Use Local Alternatives

So earlier I stressed on buying Local and spending Local. And here are some Indian alternatives to the foreign things that we are so obsessed with.

Amazon.com

Avoid ordering things at home, and buy at the local shops. If you are using Amazon to buy something, make sure you choose a supplier from India or your own country. For Indians a much better alternative for clothes and accessories is Ajio.com. I use it all the time and it is owned by our royal family – the Ambanis.

Hotel and Restaurants

Right now it’s best to cook at home, eat at home and stay at home. But what after the lockdown is lifted? Don’t rush to the foreign outlets as soon as you are free. Go and buy from Indian Restaurants and small local food vendors. Stop eating the burger and fries at McDonald’s. And eat Vada Pav and Kanda Bhaji at a local hotel. It might not be so cool, but it will be delicious. Stop drinking Caffe Latte and try our Desi Chai. For Non-Indians, I mean – eat your local food. This will help you save your money and your economy.

These slight changes in habits and preferences on your individual level can help bring your country’s economy on track much faster.

Wealth Creation in the upcoming recession

Wealth Creation is a tough task when the country’s economic growth is stunted. In short, earning money is going to be much more difficult in this crisis. To sustain yourself and safeguard your family, you will have to look at multiple streams of income, rather than a fixed-job. A job will no longer be a safer choice, as many companies may start mass layoffs, due to the losses. Depending solely on your job for income will be a mistake. So what to do in a lockdown situation? How to generate wealth in these crazy times? Only disciplined allocation of existing assets and making long term investments is the key to your future prosperity.

Apart from these, much of the wealth creation and economic aspects of every country will rely on the stimulus package released by the government and steps taken by those who are in control of the administration.

Will Corona Virus change the world permanently?

Changes in Lifestyle that are here to stay

Coronavirus has lead to some irreversible changes. The things that were necessities before are no longer necessary. Things like commuting to work daily or going to school every day were a necessity earlier. Even if the lockdown is lifted, the organizations and schools cannot refuse this cost-friendly way of life. The students will prefer homeschooling and the adults will prefer to work from home.

Meeting other people, hanging out in cafes and bars, eating at restaurants or going somewhere together in groups were some important aspects of our lifestyle. These need rethinking now. The Coronavirus has also proved that mass gatherings in the name of religion are unnecessary. Now we can pray from our homes.

Embracing online lives, virtual meetups, healthy digital lifestyle and virtual reality.

Rise in work from home and homeschooling.

Forever lasting change in restaurants and cafe culture.

Stronger family bonds and rethinking of life goals.

Religious worship will be different.

Faith in doctors and medical experts is restored.

Change in how we see our impact on Nature

Will Corona Virus change the world permanently?

With all the humans enclosed in the houses, nature is retaking its spaces all over the world. The people in India are breathing fresh air after years. Some of the wildlife and birds have been spotted at several public spaces all over the world. India’s national bird peacock is taking proud steps and perches on the streets, terraces and balconies all over India. With only a few months of lockdown, our eyes are now open. We now know how much we have troubled the earth. Living alone in our houses has also made us realise that zoo culture and keeping animals in captivity is so so cruel. We will remember these lessons even after the lockdown ends.

Stop capturing, eating and trade of exotic wild animals, alive or dead.

End the era of fossil fuels, (or at least regulate and restrict their use)

Start investing heavily in clean renewable energy.

End the zoo culture and stop captivity of and cruelty towards animals.

Take responsibility for your carbon footprint and natural impact.

Invent new ways of travelling and strengthen public transport.

It’s time to conquer the world, from your home

Can we ever travel again?

What to do in a Lockdown Situation – Can we ever travel again?

With the coronavirus outbreak individual travel plan and the entire travel industry has come to a pit stop. And the same question troubles me every day – Will we ever travel again? I am sure it troubles numerous others who are in love with exploring the places, being on the road, meeting new people and trying new things.

There is some hope that we will be able to travel again. But how soon will that happen depends on various factors like how fast a cure is found to this deadly virus. And how fast the governments of the world take steps to eradicate it.

Even if the world opens its gates, we will first have to consider travelling domestically. Travelling to nearby places, within our countries will open up before the international travel opens. It will take some time for all of us to safely and fearlessly travel abroad. And tourism within our country will also eventually help our economy to bounce back faster. In any case, there will be great deals and offers if you are brave enough to take them.

Stay home and Travel virtually

Travellers are faced with a serious question. A question nobody ever considered before selling off their homes and belongings and taking the road. What to do in a lockdown situation? Everyone including me is forced to go back to our homes or take shelter somewhere. But nobody can stop you from travelling virtually. Check my other post where I have a list of travel movies that you must watch in the lockdown.

Hard Times Ahead for Travel Industry

And for the travel industry, hard times lay ahead. For one thing, it is going to be difficult to convince people to travel. Majority of the travellers and explorers are also getting used to the stay-home lifestyle now. But there are greater problems like the upcoming recession and increase in unemployment, that may lead to lesser spending on travel expenses. So, what to do in a lockdown situation? The answer is simple. The ones bitten by the travel bug will want to travel again. Travel Agents will bounce back faster, as travellers will look for help and guidance rather than braving it all alone. It is better to be patient right now and keep creating awareness about Corona Virus Pandemic among the customer base. I hope that these hard times will go away soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to protect yourself from Corona Virus? Wash your Hands, Avoid touching Eyes, Nose and Mouth; Maintain 1 meter or 3 feet distance from other people. How to boost your immunity for Corona Virus? Healthy food, plenty of water, exercise, good sleep, sunlight and fresh air. What to do in a Lockdown Situation? Set your life goals, Eat Healthy food, Learn new Workouts, Exercises, Yogasanas, Bring back your hobbies, Reduce screen time and maintain healthy digital schedule, Detox and Declutter your homes and your life. How can you help your national economy in Corona crisis? Buy Local, Spend Local, Promote Local products and Encourage Local producers. Will the Corona Virus change the world permanently? Yes, read this article to know what changes are coming. Can we ever travel again after Corona Virus Pandemic ends? Yes. But domestic travel will open before international travel.

About the Author

Lastly, I want to say that I am a Chartered Accountant, turned into a travel blogger. This is just so that you understand what I am saying here is really important. When a travel blogger says stay home, it means something dangerous. When a Chartered Accountant tells you to change some personal habits to save the economy, it is something serious. Another thing about me is I am an Indian. Yes, the country with a LOT of people.

Sources

Medical Information: Preventive measures from who.int