10 Things to do When You are Bored

Some days can be just boring. You wake early in the morning and think “what am I going to do today”? You have no plans, your friends all seem to be busy, the weather is crappy; whatever the excuse, here are 10 things anyone can do when they are bored.

1. Read a book – I read an article about must read books that you can’t put down and here’s a few: Safekeeping by Jessamyn Hope, Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon.

1. Go for a walk – Walking increases serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin is the neurotransmitter that influences your mood. So the higher the level of serotonin, the better mood you will be in.

1. Go to the park – Even if you don’t have kids, go to the park, sit on a bench and watch the kids play. Seeing kids smiling and laughing will help lift your spirits.

1. Have a nap – If it’s not raining, grab a pillow and blanket and head outside for a nap. Nothing’s better than lying in a chair (or hammock if you have one), drifting off into a blissful sleep listening to the birds chirping and the breeze blowing.

1. Do a puzzle – Get old-fashioned and pull out a puzzle. Finding the right spot for all those puzzle pieces can dwindle the hours away.

1. Paint by Numbers – Next trip to Walmart grab a few paint by numbers. It doesn’t matter if you are not an artist all you have to do is stay in the lines and know how to count.

1. Paint your bedroom – Is your room looking tired and outdated? Then why not spruce it up with a fresh look. Depending on the size of your bedroom, this task could take you all day.

1. Go to the gym – If you have a membership, get off your lazy butt and head to the gym. Exercising is a great way to reduce boredom and it’s a healthy option.

1. Listen to music – Grab your headphones, find a quiet and comfortable spot and listen to your favourite band.

1. Watch a movie – My favourite is to watch a movie. Action or scary will get your heart thumping and within minutes your boredom will be gone!