Nip Boring Days in the Bud
You wouldn’t think getting bored is an option in today’s world, but it’s still possible to stare at the ceiling with nothing to do. Though it feels like you’re trapped in an hourglass, we have a few activities to try before you fall asleep completely.
1. Watch a Movie You’ve Never Seen
Let’s be honest. You’ve told yourself for years that you’ll get around to Casablanca. Well, nothing’s stopping you now! When you’re at home with nothing to do, there’s no better time to watch a new movie.
2. Go to the Library
Libraries hold endless wonders—author talks, new books, video games, and movie rentals all await within their walls. Even if you don’t actually grab anything, it’s a great place to open a book and read by the window.
3. Put a LEGO Set Together
Lego isn’t just for kids anymore! It’s a good thing too because they’d probably lose their minds with those 1000-piece sets. Us, though? We’re up for the challenge. Building LEGO is the best two-in-one activity because you can also play your favorite show in the background.
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4. Jigsaw Puzzles
If LEGO isn’t your thing, puzzles are equally effective time-wasters that work your brain and reduce stress. You have hundreds of options as well, all ranging in difficulty. You don’t have to finish it in one afternoon either—you can easily pick it up again whenever you want!
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5. Indulge in Some Self-Care
Boredom calls for a little TLC. Get yourself in a bubble bath. Finally try that hair mask. Make yourself a delicious meal. However self-care looks to you, now’s the perfect time to indulge. You’ll not only cure your boredom, but you’ll also take care of yourself in the process.
6. Play With Your Pet
Our pets get bored too, so why not knock out two birds with one stone? Whether you take your dog for a walk or try to get your cat to love you, our animals help stop boredom in its tracks. You can also look online for brain-teasing games to ensure your furry friends get the most from their activities.
7. Boot Up a Video Game
Is there any better way to crush boredom than a video game? We get to explore new worlds, immerse ourselves in adventure, and develop crushes on fictional characters. It’s all great! Best of all, it’s easy to lose track of time on a lazy day.
8. Grab a Book
On the other hand, some people prefer pages to screens—especially in today’s world. If you’re looking for an old-fashioned adventure, nothing beats a handy book. You have millions of options, including graphic novels, and can lose yourself just as deeply in a book as a video game.
9. Junk Journal
Junk journaling is like a scrapbook and a collage had a weird, beautiful baby. Those Instagram photos might make it look easy, but piecing together the perfect collage takes longer than you think. It’s the perfect way to exercise a little creativity too.
10. Work Out
Working out seems like the last thing to combat boredom, but your mind hardly has time to rest amid the stretching and sweating. Squeeze in a quick set to do your brain and body some good. You don’t need to push yourself either—yoga or low-impact workouts do just fine.
11. Reach Out to Friends
Who better to cure boredom than those closest to us? Put chirping crickets to shame by reaching out to a loved one. In a world filled with responsibility and stress, many of us don’t have the same amount of time available, but this is a good way to reconnect.
12. Head to the Park
There’s always something to do at the park. Whether it’s people-watching, enjoying the sunset, or cracking open a good book, some time in nature provides everything you need to quell that boredom.
13. Clean the House
If you’re itching for something to do, be proactive! Take out the trash. Reorganize your bedroom. Finally try that DIY project. Your house deserves as much TLC as you do, so dive head first into a project.
14. Try a New Recipe
You might not be the best chef on the block, but now’s the perfect time to enhance those skills. Bust open that cookbook and try your hand at whichever meal tickles your fancy. There’s no shortage of possibilities either, so you can whip up a simple dessert or go wild and make pasta from scratch.
15. Plan a Vacation
While we all love a good vacation, part of the fun is actually planning it. Even if you don’t go anywhere, looking at flights and hotel costs eats up time on a slow day. You’ll keep that dream well within reach and burn a few hours in the process.
16. Fall Into a Rabbit Hole
Mystery fans know the dangers of a good rabbit hole. One minute you’re looking into an unsolved disappearance—the next thing you know, it’s five hours later. Be warned: you might cure your boredom but you’ll also have a hard time sleeping!
17. Clean Out Your Closet
This so-called chore offers more than you think. You’ll comb through outfits, put together a decent donation pile, and figure out the best way to organize those shelves. Closet cleaning works the brain and does the world some good, and impromptu fashion shows burn plenty of time too.
18. Do Some Nail Art
It’s one thing to paint your nails. It’s another to try your hand at nail art! Grab those brushes and dotting tools because it’s time to bring your Pinterest board to life. Don’t worry, you don’t need to paint an entire landscape on your fingernails. You can start with something simple like comic book nails or adorable polka dots.
19. Listen to a Podcast
Podcasts, movies, books, TV shows—so much entertainment, so little time. If you don’t want to sit through a two-hour movie, you can always indulge in a new podcast. Episodes are often way shorter, you have plenty of options, and you might just discover a new favorite.
20. Go Through Memories
We all have a memory box tucked away in the (now clean) closet. Blow off that layer of dust and dive into your favorite moments! You probably haven’t looked in a while and boredom doesn’t stand a chance against your highlight reel.
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