Reach out to someone you haven't spoken to in months just to say hello.
Do a 10-minute stretch or follow a quick yoga video to get out of your head and into your body. 3. The "Creative" Route (Growth) what to do when bored
Set a timer and clean one specific area (a junk drawer, the fridge, your car). Reach out to someone you haven't spoken to
Go to a park or coffee shop. Simply being around others can alleviate the feeling of isolation. The "Creative" Route (Growth) Set a timer and
Clean out your "Downloads" folder or unsubscribe from junk emails. It’s mindless but satisfying.
Try a recipe using only what you already have in the pantry.
Dust off a board game, start a puzzle, or try "blind drawing" (drawing an object without looking at the paper). 4. The "Social" Route (Connection) Sometimes boredom is actually a craving for interaction.