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11 Hidden Gems On The Internet To Explore When Bored

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Margaret Geist

May 02, 2017

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11 Hidden Gems On The Internet To Explore When Bored

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The internet. It’s a vast wasteland filled with cat videos and random obscure Reddit forums. Sometimes it can be overwhelming, so many sites and so little time. Fear not! Use this article as a guide to the Internet’s best sites to calm down, laugh or just educate yourself. Don’t let the Internet overwhelm you.

1. Labuat

This website allows you to paint along to a song. Not only is the music super soothing, but the painting is also incredibly relaxing. This website is a perfect stress reliever or quick study break.

2. Now I Know

These days it can seem like there are countless negative pieces of news plaguing your feed. Sign up for the “Now I Know” newsletter and get an email every day with a cool story about something you probably never even knew.

3. A Soft Murmur

Another relaxing tool, this website has a collection of ambient sounds to use as relaxing music before bed or maybe as a soundtrack to study to. From sounds of rain to ocean waves, this website has a relaxing sound for any mood.

4. Think Clearly

Thinking Clearly is a unique kind of newsletter. Each email is a handwritten note and is full of tools to make each day better and brighter. Sign up for some daily inspiration.

5. Discuvver

Use Discuvver to do just that, discover. This website sends you to a randomized, sometimes strange, website for your amusement or enjoyment.

6. theSkimm

Another newsletter, The Skimm is focused on getting everyone all the news in a short and comprehensive package. Check your inbox every Monday through Friday for an update on all the essential goings-on in the world.

7. Jib Jab

If you’ve never used Jib Jab, you’re seriously missing out. This website allows you to create an e-card for any occasion, using the faces of your friends and family on dancing figures. The themes of cards range from Magic Mike-style dancers to goofy elves. Take a few minutes to create a choreographed dance of your loved ones and spread some cheer.

8. Laughing Squid

Another cool website full of intriguing articles and crazy information, Laughing Squid is a blog dedicated to all the coolest information out there. From scientific discoveries to humorous stories, this site has it all.

9. Ted

Everyone loves Ted talks. Visit the official website and gain access to all the information you could ever want. Educate yourself in a new skill or reveal an intriguing truth about the world, all on this website.

10. Bored Panda

This website is full of interesting articles and weird lists of all the Internet has to offer. The website allows submissions as well, and is curated by all kinds of Internet-lovers, so you know the content is good.

11. Addicting Games

We probably all had a phase in middle school when we visited this website on the daily. All your favorite games are still available, and even some new ones. If you’re really feeling bored and nostalgic, return to your original Internet roots with any one of these fun games.

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11 Hidden Gems On The Internet To Explore When Bored

Newsletters, games, and more!

1. Labuat

2. Now I Know

3. A Soft Murmur

4. Think Clearly

5. Discuvver

6. theSkimm

7. Jib Jab

8. Laughing Squid

9. Ted

10. Bored Panda

11. Addicting Games

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

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1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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