Commuting to school/work can be a hassle, sitting in that bus or train for an hour or sitting in traffic, waiting to get home and knock out on your bed. I go through this every day and sure I listen to music but sometimes it gets quite boring. I was on my way to school once, and I was just sick of listening to music, but I did not want to sit on the bus doing nothing. I decided to come up with a list of things I should do if I don’t want to listen to music. The music I am referring to is the one you listen to on an everyday basis. The list is as it follows:

1. Listen to podcasts

2. Word search (either hard copy or an app on your phone)

3. Netflix(an obvious choice)

4. Listen to Ambient/Orchestral music (very different)

5. Write down stuff you find interesting

6. Sleep (Listening to the ambient music puts me to sleep)

This list might not be for everyone, but it keeps you occupied. Other than wanting to rip your hair out because of boredom, these things listed are not harmful to yourself. 😊 I am sure there are other things one can do to keep one sane and keep their mind off of the long commute. Next, you find yourself bored while sitting on the train or bus, the things listed above can help you out.