18 FREE ways to relax, feel good & look after yourself during lockdown (and beyond)
There's no doubt about it – these are trying times. As we're all having to adapt, you may find it a struggle to keep on top of your wellbeing, so I'd like to share a few perks that I've discovered. I’m not a doctor or a guru (although you could vouch I'm a MoneySaving guru), just a lady who learnt to appreciate life's simple pleasures, which we can easily forget. Here are some of the ways I look after me for free...
Dating at a distance – MSE Becky's four-step MoneySaving plan
Reports suggest there's been a boom in online dating over the past couple of weeks – after all, following your heart needn't take you further than your front door if you can find it on your screen. Virtual dating may seem like something out of an episode of Black Mirror, but since bars, a picnic, or Nando's are off-limits for a date, it's going to be the new norm for many for a little while.
Sports streaming re-runs that are FREE for a limited time, eg, World Cup and Euro footy, NBA, NFL & more
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has put a halt to most live sport across the world, but thankfully some leagues have made their sporting archives completely free to stream for a limited time including FIFA World Cup matches, the Euro '96 tournament, NBA basketball, and NFL American football – plus watch other sport, such as Premier League football, tennis, and WWE.
Trick to get Animal Crossing online multiplayer access on Nintendo Switch free for seven-days
Even many non-gamers will have heard of Animal Crossing, with the most recent game New Horizons being Nintendo's biggest Switch release ever. But if you want to play Animal Crossing or other games online the Switch - so that you can play with friends etc - you have to pay a yearly subscription. I've found a trick to get online access free for seven days, plus how to save on costs if you want to buy it after that.
Online video game sales including up to 80% off Nintendo, PlayStation & PC games
With most of us at home and in need of some escapism, gaming has seen a spike in recent weeks – however, video games can be pricey, with many costing around the £50 mark. Luckily, a few of the consoles and popular gaming franchises have big sales right now including Nintendo 'up to 80% off' and PlayStation 'up to 60% off'.
3 September 2024
-
Martin: Slash credit card interest
Including top 0% deals
-
Urgent Winter Fuel plea
For pensioners
-
Cheap energy disappearing
Fix fast to beat rise?
-
Fly for a fiver?
Faro, Corfu & Split
-
5.25% savings
With top notice account
-
Last chance to join diesel lawsuits
For Nissan, Renault & Vauxhall
-
McMonopoly tricks
Boost free food/cash odds
-
Read the full email
For all the latest deals, guides and loopholes simply sign up today – it's spam-free!
Recent Blogs
Blog Topics
Martin's Money Mantras
Before spending
If you answer 'NO' to any of the following questions, don't buy.
Skint? Ask:
- Do I need it?
- Can I afford it?
Not skint? Ask:
- Will I use it?
- Is it worth it?
Want more great deals?
Visit our Deals & Vouchers section to ensure you don't miss out on the best deals.