If you are feeling disconnected and a little lost and stressed out, try sending a letter to someone you love; decorating it with some cute drawings and stickers and what-not will make you both smile. 

The economy is a mess, and money is tight, and so many people are feeling stressed... something as simple and relaxing as sending a postcard or greeting card or letter is relaxing and thoughtful, and inexpensive too (you don't need to use anything fancy). It can be such a fun and creative thing to spend some energy on, and let someone know that you were thinking about them!