Top Rainy Day Activities at Home

The first activity on our list is playing puzzles or charades with family or friends. Since staying indoors is probably the best way to avoid getting wet or sick under the rain, then it would be perfect to play indoor games. Puzzles and board games are not only entertaining but are also proven to improve cognitive functions and lower stress and blood pressure. Meanwhile, playing charades is also known to help boost academic development, promote problem-solving skills, and create lasting memories [1].

The activity that made it on the fourth spot is cooking delicious soup. The rainy season usually means sweater weather, and what better way to warm our bodies than a hot bowl of soup? As Filipinos we are known for our warm comfort foods, which often include sopas (macaroni soup), goto (congee), or bulalo (beef shanks in light-colored soup) which are all perfect for the rainy season.

Sharing a warm bowl of soup together also poses lots of benefits. Studies show that kids who eat with their family tend to perform better at school, have fewer behavioral problems, and become more trusting towards other people [2].

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The third activity on our list is having movie and TV series marathons, which we also call binge-watching. Thanks to the rapidly growing popularity of media streaming services, we now have the luxury of watching movies and TV series within the comfort of our own room. And with the gloomy weather keeping us indoors, now is the perfect time to catch up on our favorite shows.

Although it seems unproductive, we shouldn’t keep ourselves from binge-watching to pamper ourselves. In fact, studies show that when we binge-watch, our brain produces dopamine, a chemical that signals our pleasure or happiness, making us relaxed and keeping our stress levels at a minimum. What’s more, watching our favorite character’s journey through struggles or successes puts them in a relatable position. This often gives us an alternate perception to our own struggles, making them seem bearable and boosting our self-esteem.

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The activities that made it as our list’s runner-up are reading a book and listening to your favorite music. Just like binge-watching, reading a book during the rainy days is also a great way to entertain yourself while staying safe and dry indoors. Aside from giving your brain its much-needed exercise, reading also helps lessen stress and it can also make you a better speaker and writer.

Meanwhile, listening to music is also a great way to boost your mood during dreary weather. Listening to happy songs usually peps up morale and gives a good vibe to an otherwise gloomy day. It also helps the brain produce the chemical cortisol, which helps fight stress.

Standing on top our list of favorite activities to do during the cold weather is a tie between playing out in the rain and drinking hot tsokolate de batirol. If you really can’t stand staying indoors, then go ahead, go out and play under the rain! Not only is it fun to jump on puddles and get soaked, but there are also studies that prove that the air is cleaner during and after a rainfall. Plus the humidity during a rainfall also makes your skin look young and supple. Just make sure to take a bath afterwards to avoid getting sick.

Drinking hot tsokolate de batirol is also a great activity during the rainy days. Tsokolate de batirol is hot chocolate that contains tablea or blocks of roasted cacao. It is then served in a silver pot with batirol or a wooden whisk to mix the drink. Drinking this delicious concoction literally warms our bodies and also gives us a calming sensation. In addition to that, cacao is also packed with nutrients and minerals that are good for our body.

Check out our list of cafés in Metro Manila where you can get hot chocolate or browse the Dining & Leisure category of the ShoppersGuide Directory.