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What To Do When There's Nothing To Do

A guide to beating boring days

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What To Do When There's Nothing To Do

You know those days where you just don't want to do anything? You're in a mood and don't want to move. Everyone has those days.

Well I am proposing a way to conquer these days.

Here is a list of things you could do instead to improve your mood and boost your productivity.

Hang out with Friends

If you are bored and have nothing to do, go hang out with some friends. Chances are they're doing something and it will serve as entertainment for you. And if not, then be bored together, it's better than being bored alone.

Talk to Family

Even though sometimes it's a hassle, it always makes me feel better when I talk to my family. My siblings always make me laugh and my parents can offer some type of advice for my current situation.

Read a Book

Maybe this is just me, but I love reading. It's a very soothing hobby to have. There's no better feeling than getting really into a book and not being able to put it down. Reading serves as kind of an escape for a little while.

Do Schoolwork

This is no ones favorite thing to do, but it's productive and will help you in the long run. Get ahead on your work so you don't have to later.

Clean/Organize Something

This sounds kind of weird but it is actually very uplifting. Organizing your desk or your closet or cleaning your room or your bathroom helps you feel more organized as a person. I feel like my life is a little bit more together when everything around me is clean and organized.

Get Dressed Up

My sister and I sometimes have fashion shows when we are bored. What better way to make yourself feel better then to make yourself look better. It is always fun to put on your best clothes, do your hair, and just have some innocent fun with friends or family.

Shop

This may not be for everyone, but most people can get something good out of this. If you have the means, go on a shopping spree. Redo your wardrobe because why not? Or, if you're a broke college student (like myself) just go to the dollar store and buy a bunch of weird inexpensive things and go wild.

Workout

A lot of times, when you are sluggish and bored, the last thing you want to do is go to the gym, but it is almost always a good idea. Working out always improves my mood and it's good for you! It's also a great stress reliever.

Take a Walk

Sometimes you just need a little change of scenery to put things in perspective. Go outside and wander around for 20 minutes, it usually helps clear the mind and improve moods.

Whenever you're feeling stuck or stressed or even just bored, don't just sit around and do nothing. Get out of bed and do something, it'll improve your mood and help you feel better.

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