A new year is upon us, and before we get straight into our spring cleaning and tackling our long list of resolutions, we think this bank hoiday calls for indulging some more (and we don't just mean on food and booze).
This weekend we've got some things you can enjoy from the comfort of your home to help ease you out of the party season, including a virtual exhibition, a new BBC drama and a moment away from your phone.
If you're in need of something a little bit more cultural in between holiday movies, an exhibition is the way to go, and one this one you can observe from the comfort of your home!
By London's Japan House comes Anno's Journey: The World of Anno Mitsumasan is an audiovisual, 3D exhibition celebarting the work of the Japanese artist famous for his illustrated picture books and paintings.
This exhibition includes some of the highlights of this life's work including paintings, ink work and paper pieces that illustrate landscapes of Europe. We recommend getting the interactive exhibition up on your TV, its great for all ages!
If you were a fan of 2018's Bird Box, you'll love new crime drama from Netflix, The Unforgiveable. Hollywood royalty Sandra Bullock is back and this time playing Ruth Slater, a woman recently released from prison searching for her long lost sister, with a few societal obstacles in her way.
Grab some microwave popcorn, dim the lights and pretend you're at the cinema.
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If you've read any of our previous 'This Week's Discoveries' blogs, you'll know that we love a BBC drama. 2022 is kicking off with a new series, based on true events and starring national treasure Sheridan Smith.
Following the investigation of the 'Grinder killer', the show promises to be deeply moving and explorative, depicting the failings of the police investigation that took place in 2016.
We love Christmas, but it can be a stressful time. It's also a big pressure on the wallet, so the last thing most of us are thinking about is treating ourselves even more. If you're looking for a free way to fully relax, try an at-home massage.
This guide from lifestyle platform The Good Trade outlines how to self massage each part of your body that holds stress and tenstion, built up over a busy December of working from home and sitting on the floor wrapping presents.
This is also great if you have a willing partner to act as your masseuse!
If you can muster the courage to stop our of the house, we recommend seeing it purely for the nostalgia.
If like us, the pandemic has made you even more addicted to your phone (we're looking at you TikTok), this weekend might be a great time to step away from social media and fill your time with some non-screen activites.
This article from Vice talks you through some simple ways to reduce your screen time. From limiting your notifications, contacting friends in more traditional ways and trying not to instantly google everthing. A good way to start is to place your phone somewhere across the room. This will stop you from reaching for it unprovocked - great to help improve concentration when working too!
The Phone Home by Canadian Ceramisist Rachel Saunders are a beautiful handcrafted home for your home, making it easy to keep it tucked away.
Bye 2021! See our highlights from the year here.
