Being isolated at home has peoplestress-doing a lot of superfluous things.Stress-texting exes?
Check (but please, stop.)Stress-baking sourdough bread?
Sure.Stress-losing sleep?
Absolutely.Stress-working out?
Yes, thingshave gotten that dire.But one of the most common stress-induced activitiesbrought on by the pandemic has been stress-shopping— for both essential and extraneous goods.According to the Mercury Press, online shoppinghas surged 25 percent across the United States.as residents stay home in compliance withsocial distancing suggestions from the CDC.Goods included in the uptickinclude everything from handsanitizer to workout gear.Although making online purchases duringa pandemic can feel irresponsible, E-commerceis also “an essential part of our economy,”as fashion critic Vanessa Friedmanwrote for the New York Times.a bit of retail therapy is certainly a quick wayto appease boredom — even if it’s only temporary.With that in mind, here are some ofour team’s favorite quarantine stressbuys, all of which sparked at least alittle joy amid these difficult times.Tie-Dye Rainbow Set.“Please Wash Your Hands” Hoodie.Jars and Jars ofHorman’s Best Pickles.Classic Tie-Dyegraphic crocs.A24-branded tube socks.BirdRock home wood bed tray.Dr. Dennis Gross AlphaBeta Daily Peel pads.Black + Decker 12V MaxCordless Lithium Drill.Kiehl’s Face Fuel for Men Set.Loop’s Beauty “Variety Loop” .Everlane Luxe Cotton Jumpsuit.Animal Crossing: New Horizons
