How to Get Rid of Boredom

Are you always bored? Fix it. Learn a variety of ways that you can have fun and occupy your time.

Steps

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    Find something to do. Think of things that you like to do. Once you find something, you're good to go! If not, continue.
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    Make a list of things to do when you're bored. These things will occupy you and help you the next time when you are bored. For example, think of things such as cleaning the house or your bedroom, learning a new language, or finding some friends to spend time with.
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    Play board games. Don't just think Monopoly, Clue or Snakes and Ladders. Try German-style board games like Agricola, Carcassonne, Puerto Rico or Settlers of Catan.
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    Play mental games like Pente, Blokus, Chess, and Quoridor.
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    Play card games like Bohnanza, Tichu or Pit.
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    Once you are done, try step one. If that fails again, do one of the things on your list.
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    Go to bed, have some rest for about 5 or 10 minutes if the previous steps didn't work.
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    Open your clothes box and find the nicest clothes you like to wear and feel comfortable wearing them.
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    Have a shower with cold water or warm water.
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    Make a cup of coffee or tea, as you like.
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    Go out in the open air.
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    Call a group of your best friends and ask them for a picnic or the club or cinema.
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    Buy a present for your mom or some one you love.
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    Clean your closet if it is messy. Try even sorting your clothes by color or type.
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    Play games from BINGO to patty-cake as long as it is something that lasts.
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    Do something that is relaxing like sleeping.
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    Find something entertaining to do. Watch TV or online videos.
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    Invite people over. You can never be bored when people are around.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I get rid of boredom if I don't have anybody to talk to?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You could read, draw, or write a story. All of these things can boost your imagination. Play a mental game based of off something you like. There are endless possibilities, you just need to find one that suits you!
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    I feel too lazy to do anything but I am bored. What do I do?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Play video games or watch a DVD, TV series service or videos to make time fly by. Or just to hang out with your friends or family and let them to all the talking. Take a walk to the park and just people watch. None of these things require much energy.
  • Question
    What can I do if I am bored and have a broken toe so I can't be active?
    Z horse
    Z horse
    Community Answer
    Watch TV or videos online. If you can't, start up a group chat or call a friend. Maybe find someone to play a game with, anything from board games to computer games.
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Warnings

  • Don't do everything on the list fast; spend your time wisely, or you will become bored again!
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  • Don't whine to your parents about being bored. If you don't complain, they might take you somewhere.
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Things You'll Need

  • Paper
  • Pencil

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Updated: March 6, 2023
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Categories: Coping with Boredom
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