The doldrums hit us all eventually. When you've run through all the best movies on Netflix, you find yourself pacing between the fridge and the couch and the walls start to feel a little closer together than they've ever been before, you know the dreaded boredom monster has come knocking. But don't worry — you're not alone! Boredom comes for us all eventually, and it can feel impossible to find creative ways to entertain yourself once you've gotten into that rut. Show Instead of sitting around on your phone getting lost in the news and social media (ahem, doomscrolling), pivot to some fun things you can do at home or in your own backyard. We’ve rounded up the best things to when you’re bored, many of which require little to no money or extra materials. From board games and self-care to getting into gardening (or indoor houseplants!) and organizing or optimizing your space, these unique activities will keep your brain stimulated and your body busy. This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Fun activities to do when stuck inside
Creative things to do indoorsIf you’re feeling bored, try picking up painting. LWA/Dann Tardif//Getty Images
Relaxing stress-relief activities
Organizing activities to pass timeCleaning your home is a great way to be productive when you’re feeling bored. Choreograph//Getty Images
Outdoor activities to do when you're bored
Selena is the associate entertainment and news editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers the latest on TV, movies and celebrities. In addition to writing and editing entertainment news, she also spotlights the Hispanic and Latinx community through her work. She is a graduate of CUNY Hunter College with a B.A. in journalism and creative writing. Lizz (she/her) is a senior editor at Good Housekeeping, where she runs the GH Book Club, edits essays and long-form features and writes about pets, books and lifestyle topics. A journalist for almost two decades, she is the author of Biography of a Body and Buffalo Steel. She also teaches journalism as an adjunct professor at New York University's School of Professional Studies and creative nonfiction at the Muse Writing Center, and coaches with the New York Writing Room. This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. What fun things can I do on my phone?6 Fun Things To Do On Your Phone. Browse Social Media. ... . Play Phone Games.. Stream Something to Watch. ... . Read a Book. ... . Talk to Your Friends. ... . Surf the Internet.. What can I do with timepass on my phone?Here they are:. Flow Free. This app is all about exercising your bored mind when you're trying to kill time. ... . 2048. This is the best way to give your brain a much needed workout. ... . OpenTalk. Like we said earlier, talking is one of the best ways to pass the time. ... . Paperama. ... . Bubble Wrap. ... . StumbleUpon. ... . QuizUp. ... . AnonyChat.. |