Feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of coronavirus updates? From watercolour painting to DIY workouts, here's how to break free from the addictive cycle. 

8 things you can do instead of obsessively scrolling the news

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Spruce up your houseplants

Get moving

Whip up a batch of chocolate mascarpone mousse

Make your shoes spark joy

Reawaken your feminist within

Immerse yourself in watercolour therapy

Try some bite-sized meditation

Watch cute cat videos

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Take a break from the outside world with these simple ideas.

8 feel-good things you can do instead of obsessively scrolling the news