Keeping Quiet and Calm
Try to sleep. Sleep is the surest way of helping you to mend faster. It can help to read a little to tire you out. Sleep in as long as you want. There's no need to get up early when you're sick.
Have a quiet time where nobody is around to be loud. Shut off the TV and don't use electronic devices.
Relax as best you can. Do some yoga, stretching, or meditation. Don't do anything that feels uncomfortable or increases the symptoms of your sickness. Go rest outside! If it's not cold where you live, go out and get some fresh air and sit! It's really peaceful and you can look at any wildlife you see. You can even just relax on your porch.
Gather all of the things you will want in the day. This includes tissues, cough drops, snacks, TV remotes, etc. Set up camp on the couch and be lazy all day. Watch some of your favorite TV shows. Watch the special extended episodes for a change. Or, just watch a movie. If one of your favorite shows isn't on, record something beforehand, or use a TV service like Netflix or Red Box. Watch programs on BBC iPlayer or other on-demand TV services. Catch up on programs that you have missed.
Wear your favorite comfy pajamas. Be sure to keep warm enough (or cool enough) and don't wear anything that feels constricting or itchy.
Quiet Things to Do
Take the time to think about things that have been on your mind recently. It will feel good to finally sort some stuff out.
Start reading a good book. Think about the plot and characters and what it is about the story that moves you.
Read a magazine. National Geographic Kids or Nickelodeon might be a little childish, but reading them will make you feel better because they will give you something to do without having to think too hard.
Have a conversation with yourself. It may sound weird but it's really interesting to hear what you have to say to yourself.
If you're just feeling really tired and sick and don't have the energy to be on computer or start doing some kind of activity, just lay on the couch or bed. Drink something warm like a honey and lemon drink, and have a stack of old magazines available.
Pet watch. If you don't want to do anything just watch your pets!
Easy Things to Do
Take a hot bubble bath, or a nice steamy shower. A nice warm bath will help make you feel better, and feel relaxed.
Make a pillow and blanket fort and sleep in it. But if you're feeling really bad, don't try this step until you're feeling better.
Play games on your computer. Don't overdo it though; if it makes you feel worse, stop.
Take Random, Fun Pictures of yourself, the outside world, your pets, whatever! You could also take pictures for wikiHow articles.
Do your nails and toenails. Are they extra long? Give them a cut. Are you into adding nail polish? Time to refresh the polish.
Walk a little outside, or just sit outside. Sometimes it helps just to get some fresh air.
Shoot foam darts at your favorite TV shows. Boom! Headshot!
Text your friends. They could have interesting gossip that you missed at work or school, or you can complain about how sick you are.
Play your favorite game. Try playing a board game by yourself, or go for a one-person game like Solitaire.
If you can move about, cook something at home. It helps you take your mind off, and you have something nice to eat afterwards.
Play on your phone, iPod, etc.It keeps you busy. However if you get a headache or don't feel well, just rest a bit, then call a friend instead of texting or chatting on computer.
Creative Ideas
Draw. Even if you're not good at drawing, it can be fun to mess around.
Look through old pictures. They may bring back good, old memories when you're laying in bed sick.
Google your family tree. Find long lost ancestors.
Listen to music. Don't put it too loud, though; it's not good for you, especially when you're sick. Learn every word to your favorite song. Google the lyrics and sing it a few times.
Finish any home projects you haven't done yet. Now would be a good time to sort your trading cards or track down your missing slipper. However, you are sick so don't overexert yourself.
Find stacks of paper. Make paper airplanes or other origami figures.
Catch up on schoolwork. It may not be wonderful, but you'll be happy when you get to school and find you aren't behind.
Start planning what you're going to do when you're better!
Write out your dreams. Draw or write out your dream house. Add little details like carpet patterns, or colors. Draw or write out the theme or plot of your favorite book or movie. You could draw a picture from your favorite scene in Harry Potter, or write out what you would do in the character's situation. List ideal features in your dream pet or boyfriend/girlfriend/husband/wife. Describe your dream outfit or job. Make a collage with all of your dream pictures and/or lists and paragraphs, to make up your dream life.
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