Author: Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY

Dressing up a little (nothing fancy, this IS quarantine) makes me feel a little better amid the monotony of working from home.

I needed a reminder to take a break this week to deal with my pandemic stress. I know I should do more. You probably should, too.

Five months ago, the world changed. It feels like forever and no time at all. But we can keep going if we have to, in order to stay safe.

Our weekends are even more precious than before since the pandemic began. Let’s savor them.

On gloomy weather days, especially during a pandemic, it’s easy to fall into a bad mood. If you can, find a small treat for yourself to bring joy.

Moving is always hard. Moving during a pandemic is emotionally and physically exhausting on a new level. Here’s how to relocate safely amid COVID-19.

Every day in a pandemic feels like tackling a giant project. And sometimes we have to do another project, too.

Emotions are heightened amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The lows feel pretty low, but the highs feel pretty high, too.

If we can be happy even for a day or two in this tough era, we need to hold onto that feeling, and spread it to friends and family, if we can.

A sprained ankle amid the pandemic reminds me that sometimes I have to take a break from stress and worry and take care of myself. You do too.