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5 ways to...
We had this game in the old thread and it seemed to be fairly popular... The concept is simple, you list an objective or scenario and the next person has to come up with solutions eg;
5 ways to reach something of a high self
1. Jump
2. Use a ladder
3. Throw something to knock it down and then try to catch it
4. Ask it the object come down
5. Climb the wall like spiderman to get it down
First scenario; 5 ways to cook a chicken
5 ways to fight boredom during lockdown!
- Get recommendations for Netflix!
- Play video games.
- Read some books.
- Start a new random hobby!
- Connect with people!
Next one: 5 ways to make breakfast!
1. Cooking bacon and eggs on the BBQ
2. Cooking pancakes in the frying pan
3. Cooking home made baked beans in the slow cooker
4. Poaching eggs in a pot
5. Baking breakfast in the oven 😀
Next one is: 5 ways to use a Banana in a recipe
1. As the key ingredient for banana bread
2. Use it as part of a smoothie
3. Make banana pancakes
4. Use it as the base of nice-cream
5. For banana pudding
Next one is: 5 ways to get out into nature!
1. Feeling the grass under your bare feet
2. Lying under a tree and looking up at the leaves and the sky
3. Going for a walk and noticing the sound of the world around you (traffic, birds, wind, etc)
4. Go outside in gentle rain and feel the raindrops on your skin
5. Go for a trip to your favourite place in nature (park, beach, forest, etc)
Next one is: 5 ways to make someone feel valued
This thread is a little out of order but I'm replying to the most recent post which was this (and yes I'm quoting myself! :p)
@Lost_Space_Explorer5 wrote:
Next one: 5 ways to fix your sleep schedule!
1. Set up a sleep routine
2. Cut back on caffeine
3. Stay away from technology before going to bed
4. Slowly adjust your sleeping by 30 minutes each night to where you want it to be
5. Go to sleep and wake up at consistent times
I do none of these (except the caffeine, I can't drink caffeine anymore 😢) and still my sleep is messed up!
Next one: 5 ways to tell someone how you're feeling
This is such a cool game!! Also like your 4th tip around sleeping.. I might actually give it a crack! Maybe we should try it together.. haha I'm sure RO would appreciate that actually.. have us off the forums and in bed by a more humane time 😂
Okay so..
1. Write it (I preach this!)
2. Send/post it (such a great way to avoid having to be there for their response)
3. Draw/paint it (I can't draw a stick figure let alone an emotion lol)
4. Talk it out (totally NOT for me, but you do you)
5. Express it through song/dance (I really wish I could sing!!!)
Alrighty, next one: 5 reasons you should study for an exam and not 'procrastinate' and find every distraction under the sun to avoid it...
Yes @Lost_Space_Explorer5 this one's for you!
The game is 5 WAYS to! 😭 Too soon dude too soon @MB95 Procrastination can be good sometimes! It's called self-care!
I will answer a new question inspired by yours! 🤨😢
(so mean to me 😞 - I know you were joking though)
5 ways to keep up self-care during exams
1. Take breaks (Work at your own pace! And reward yourself for small wins!)
2. Get some sunlight
3. Talk to your friends and family (and pets! 😻)
4. Go for walks
5. Keep hydrated and fed
(6) And remember to put your mental and physical health first! You don't have to be perfect!
Edit: Whoops forgot to ask a new question: 5 ways to come up with a new idea?
1. Know what you're trying to achieve
2. Do an activity that clears your head
3. Take inspiration from your surroundings
4. Brainstorm
5. Write down all your thoughts
5 ways to keep warm
1. warm clothes
2. blankets
3. wheat packs/ hot water bottles
4. snuggle up to your pets
5. sit in front of a heater
next one: 5 ways to tell a story
Ooo I really like this one
1. Word of mouth
2. Writing
3. Film
4. Music
5. Dance
Next one: 5 ways to feel free
This is a good one too! 😛
1. Expressing yourself as who you really are
2. Going for a walk on a windy day and feeling like you could fly
3. Getting into nature (e.g. going to a beach, the bush, etc where there aren't many people)
4. Listening to your favourite music and dancing
5. Getting something off your chest
Next one: 5 ways to carry something
Hey@Lost_Space_Explorer5 ,I hope you don't mind me adding to all your posts (I'm a real newbie on Reach Out, so I thought I'd get involved 😂)
Here's my 5 answers to your question... 5 ways to carry something
1. Use your hands to pick up something and carry it
2. Put that something under your shoulder and carry it that way
3. Get someone else to carry it for you 😂
4. Find a trolley or cart to help you carry stuff
5. Use a papoose to carry something around (like your dog perhaps 😂🐶)
Next questions: How to organise a messy room... (now this I need help with 😛😂)
Not at all @DrummaBoy the games threads are my favourite part of the forum! Also welcome to the forums! 😄
I had to look up papoose- ohh it's a baby carrier!
Oh no this is not a question I have the authority to answer oh well here goes
5 ways to organise a messy room
1. Do a big clean, put everything away, throw out rubbish, organise things so they are easier to access, vacuum
2. Pay someone to do it for you
3. Embrace that you are a messy person this is your element
4. If you have cleaned, don't let it get messy again! Put stuff away and don't throw stuff on the floor
5. Pretend you are having a guest over who doesn't tolerate mess and if you don't clean they will shun you
Next one: 5 ways to... keep occupied during a lockdown?
Thank you @lost_Space_Explorer5, it's awesome to be here! The games would definitely be my favourite space too! 😁
Haha, I know how funny papooses can be, I had to look it up myself 😅
My answer to your question (things I'm doing now that helps)
1. Going for a long walk in nature and getting away from it all 🌿
2. Calling up heaps of your friends and having long meaningful conversations 📱
3. Dancing in the backyard (I did that today 😛) and singing in the shower (that too)
4. Coming to Reach Out forums and hanging out! 🙌
5. Meeting up with family over video call to see how they're doing 😊
These are awesome ideas I shall have to try some @DrummaBoy 😄
I think you forgot to pick another objective/scenario! 😛
Thanks @Lost_Space_Explorer5 😁
Oops, that's for letting me know. I'll post another objective/scenario here 😊
5 ways to be kind to yourself
That's a great one @DrummaBoy 😄
5 ways to be kind to yourself
1) Forgive yourself and look at your mistakes as opportunities to learn
2) Treat yourself to things you like
3) Give yourself a hug, say things to yourself in a way you would say to a friend or family member or even a pet
4) Don't beat yourself up for things you didn't do, be proud of the things you did do
5) Stay connected with people who make you feel good about who you truly are
Next one: How to stay warm when it's cold
@Lost_Space_Explorer5 They are some really lovely answers, and I hope it can benefits others here on the forum too 😊🌈🙌
5 ways to stay warm when it's cold ❄️🔥
1. Hop into bed and hide under lots of blankets
2. Go a make yourself a nice hot beverage... like a hot chocolate or tea
3. Cozy up in front of a heater or fire place
4. Wear a puffer jacket and thermal clothes
5. Put some music on and dance for a solid 15 minutes!
My next one: 5 ways to show/tell a friend you care about them 😊
Thanks @DrummaBoy 🙂 Those are some great ways to stay warm!
1. Check in with your friend by sending them a message or calling them
2. Remember the little things they like or do and ask about those things
3. Remember important dates like their birthday and get/make them a thoughtful card or gift or just tell them you're thinking of them
4. Be there for your friend when they need you
5. Be happy for them and proud of them when they achieve things
Next one: 5 ways to get through tough times
Great question @Lost_Space_Explorer5 and a great one to think about right now...
My 5 ways to get through tough times are:
1. Breathe
2. Be kind, forgiving and understanding to yourself - like you would to someone you love
3. Take time out doing something that brings you peace, joy or contentment
4. Self care (for me that looks like walks, spending time with loved ones, hot baths, warm tea, cat snuggles)
5. Remember the times you've survived before and hold onto hope
Next: 5 ways to get a cat down from a tree
These are some really wonderful tips@Philippa-RO
😊 Definitely something to help everyone right now 👍
Oh, how would I get a cat down from a tree...
1. Get the fire brigade to go rescue the cat
2. Get yourself a ladder and climb up to rescue the cat
3. If you're afraid of heights, ask a friend or family member to climb up
4. Hire a cherry picker and rescue the cat yourself
5. Hire a farmer with a cherry picker and get them to rescue the cat
Sorry, these ain't the best answers!
My next question... how to get a good night sleep ✨🤩
5 ways to get a good night's sleep?
- Have some tea!
- Weighted blankets
- Surround yourself with pillows
- Cuddle a pet
- Say goodnight to the people you care about
My next question: 5 ways to show someone you care!
5 ways to show someone you care:
1. Show up
2. Check in even when you think they're okay
3. Follow through on promises
4. Listen so they feel validated and heard
5. Remember that actions ALWAYS speak louder than words. Always.
Next question: 5 ways to show up for someone?
5 ways to show up for someone...
(I'm hoping this means like be there for someone and not literally showing up?)
1. Be there for someone even when they're going through a hard time and try to push you away
2. Pick up the phone or answer a message if they ask for help
3. Give them the benefit of the doubt
4. Listen to them and try and empathise with them
5. Stand by who you are and what you value. e.g. Don't keep their secrets if they aren't safe, maintain boundaries
Next one: 5 ways to cook or bake something?