9 Awardworthy Things You Deserve Recognition For While Self-Isolating

    Sometimes little things deserve a little recognition.

    Crystal Ro
    by Crystal Ro

    BuzzFeed Staff

    1. The "Took a Shower Today" Award:

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    Because you deserve the recognition for smelling good.

    2. The "Moved From My Sofa to the Dining Table" Award:

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    It's a good break for your back and you deserve a pat on that back.

    3. The "Actually Put on Clothes Other Than My Pajamas" Award:

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    Still counts if you went from "night" pajamas to "day" pajamas, though.

    4. The "Ate a Vegetable" Award:

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    Your digestive tract thanks you.

    5. The "FaceTimed With My Parents Again" Award:

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    Because not only is it nice to check in on them, but it also took a LITTLE extra effort to teach them how to FaceTime properly.

    6. The "Got Off Social Media for at Least an Hour Today" Award:

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    You deserve the mental break!

    7. The "Cooked Something Other Than Ramen" Award:

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    It's easy to get into a habit of eating junk food, so breaking that chain is an accomplishment.

    8. The "Finally Started the Puzzle I've Owned For 5 Years" Award:

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    You've been meaning to do it FOREVER and have finally made that dream come true.

    9. And finally, the "Washed My Hands PROPERLY" Award:

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    A simple but important award.

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