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Are you feeling bored?Fighting boredom isn't easy, but there are many ways to make a dull day more interesting.Unleash your creativity by reading, writing or creating original works and use moments of boredom to be productive.Work on something you've been putting off, learn a new skill, or meet up with your friends and find exciting activities to do in your city.Look for ways to have fun:just because you're bored alone at home doesn't mean you can't relax and laugh a little.
Method 1
Method 1 of 5:

Using Creativity

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  1. Step 1 Leggi un libro.
    It's a great way to fight boredom.A writer's words help transport your mind to another place.Books for children and young adults are particularly suitable here, because they awaken the child within you, triggering feelings of wonder and nostalgia.
    • Choose a genre you like.If science fiction doesn't appeal to you, you probably won't be able to fight boredom with a book about interstellar travel;try a historical novel instead.
    • If you don't have books at home, go to the bookstore or library.Leaving the house will help you not get bored.
  2. Step 2 Scarabocchia, dipingi o disegna qualcosa.
    They're great ways to exercise your creativity, and when you're done, you'll also have a piece of art to display.Plus, you'll learn a new skill, which you can use even when you're not bored.
    • By drawing you can increase your intelligence.Research suggests that by scribbling, you can stay focused and listen better by activating your brain.[1]
    • If you like painting and drawing, but don't know what subject to portray, try going outside and choosing a view to impress on the canvas.You can also represent some interesting objects you have at home.
    • If you want to use your imagination, draw a character you love from a book or movie.
  3. Step 3 Colora.
    Even if you're no longer a kid, coloring is a great way to fight boredom.Get out your crayons or markers and look for a coloring book.Dedicating a couple of hours to this activity can be fun.Put on some background music or turn on the TV.[2]
    • If you don't have anything to color, try coloring images from a black and white newspaper or magazine.Alternatively, you can draw some figures and color them.
    • If you're not that young anymore and coloring seems like a silly pastime, consider purchasing a coloring book specifically for adults.You can find it in the bookstore.
  4. Step 4 Scrivi una lista.
    Lists are great pastimes.You can think of all the places you want to visit, the books you want to read or the goals you want to achieve.You can also make silly lists, without a specific purpose.[3]
    • Write a list that forces you to think about many different things.For example, try to think of 50 different Christmas songs or 50 women's names that start with the letter "A."
    • You can also create a list of things you like.For example, you can make a list of your favorite films of a particular genre, the books you like the most or your dream destinations for a trip.
  5. Step 5 Dedicati alla scrittura creativa.
    You don't have to be a great writer to have fun.Creative writing challenges you and helps fight boredom.By writing you will be able to distract your mind, you will focus on the words on the paper and not on the boredom that assails you.[4]
    • If you don't know where to start, write freely.Write down everything that comes to mind, without filters.If you find an interesting idea, try to develop it further.You can start with "I'm dying of boredom" and describe your mood.
    • If you enjoy creative writing, try composing a novel, poem, or short story that you've always wanted to write.
    • Start a blog.If writing without a purpose seems silly, start a blog about a topic you're passionate about.For example, write about music if you love going to concerts.[5]
  6. Step 6 Scrivi una lettera...
    Write a letter or email. If you're bored, think of someone you haven't seen in a while and try writing to them.You'll do something productive, connect with someone, and have fun.[6]
    • Express a positive feeling towards a friend or relative.In addition to defeating boredom, you will feel better.For example, tell someone that you are grateful for the help they gave you, or that you admired how they handled a situation.
    • Try writing a letter to a military member abroad, a disaster victim, or an elderly person living in a nursing home.There are many organizations that collect these messages and send them for you:if you join such an institution, you will always have something to do when you are bored.
  7. Step 7 Crea dei regali per gli amici o i parenti.
    If a holiday is coming up, or you're feeling generous, make some gifts.You don't need to be an expert craftsman to build something cute and loving for a loved one.[7]
    • Choose a simple project, like paint a clay flower pot, create a photo collage, or use construction paper and stickers to create a handmade card.
    • If you like embroidery or crochet, try making a scarf or hand warmer.They are simple projects, which can often be completed in a day.
    • Try making a scrapbook for someone.Get a blank album or notebook, photos, paper, glue, and other decorations.You can assign a theme to each page.For example, you can include photos and memories of a particular holiday on a page.[8]
  8. Step 8 Usa gli oggetti che trovi in casa per creare delle opere di artigianato.
    If you are bored because you are forced to stay at home, you can make many art projects with the materials you have on hand.This activity can help you fight boredom without spending money and in the comfort of your home.[9]
    • You can create a fun night light by filling a glass jar with old Christmas lights.You can also glue the lights along the edge of the jar in a nice pattern.
    • Do you have a sewing kit and some old pillows?Try sewing multiple pillows together to create one for your whole body.If you have small children, such a large pillow will be fun for their sleepovers.
    • Do you have many house keys?Take some nail polish and paint them all a different color.This will make it easier to find the one you need when you're in a hurry.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 5:

Be Productive When You're Bored

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  1. Step 1 Considera che la noia può portare all'apatia.
    Feeling bored can make you listless or lose motivation;this can make things worse, especially if you're trying to complete an important project for work or school.To help you stay productive when boredom sags your motivation, try to focus on your end goal.[10]
    • For example, if you have to write an essay for school, but you don't feel like doing it, think about the reasons that make you want to get a good grade.You could focus on your academic goals, such as improving your GPA, or on your professional goals, trying to get top marks in a course so you can get a letter of recommendation from your professor.
  2. Step 2 Inizia a seguire un programma quotidiano di allenamento.
    By keeping your body active you will also stimulate your mind and this can help you fight boredom.To exercise, you don't need to dedicate yourself to exhausting activities, such as a basketball game:a simple walk is enough.If you're bored, make the most of your time with exercise.
    • Go to the park with your skateboard, play basketball or football, run or practice tennis.
    • If you don't like physical activity or if you haven't done sports for a long time, take a walk in your neighborhood, in the city center or in the park.If you feel like an artist, bring a camera or notebook to capture the most interesting moments.
    • If it's hot, go swimming.
    • If it's raining, stretch.These are exercises that you can easily do at home and that keep your body toned and healthy.
  3. Step 3 Fai yoga.
    Yoga allows you to become stronger and fight boredom, and teaches that it is important to focus on the present.By being more aware of yourself and your surroundings, you will be able to overcome boredom.You can find many guided yoga courses on the internet.[11]
    • Be careful if you try yoga for the first time.Make sure you choose a beginner's course.
    • Always listen to your body.If you feel pain, stop exercising immediately.
  4. Step 4 Impara qualcosa di nuovo.
    If you often get bored, this tip is ideal for you.By taking up a new hobby or art, you'll find a way to keep yourself busy for many hours.[12]
    • If art isn't your thing, you can learn to paint, draw or sculpt.You will find many guides on the internet.You can also do a craft, like crocheting.
    • If you don't have a talent for music, you can learn to sing or play an instrument.When you get bored, you can practice at home.
    • If you like to cook, buy a recipe book and prepare something new every day.Try experimenting with types of cuisine you're unfamiliar with, such as Thai or Mexican.
  5. Step 5 Cura il giardino.
    Try gardening.Tending to your yard can be good for your mental and physical health because it forces you to get out and move.[13]
    • Stop at a local nursery to buy seasonal plants and seeds.Ask a store clerk for brochures and information on how to plant your seeds and care for them.You can also buy books on gardening.
    • You can try creating a spice garden.You can grow your own spices (like basil) and use them for cooking.
    • If you don't have a garden, many people keep fruit and vegetable seedlings on their patio.You can also grow small potted plants inside your home.
  6. Step 6 Pianifica un viaggio o un evento imminenti.
    If you have nothing to do, you can think about your plans for the future.If you are bored, make a plan for events that will happen to you in the future.For example, if you haven't thought about what you're doing for Christmas yet, check your calendar and look for flights.[14]
    • You don't necessarily have to think about complex projects.For example, maybe you want to go bowling with friends.Create an event on Facebook and invite everyone.
  7. Step 7 Riordina la tua casa.
    If you're bored, you'll almost always find something to do at home.Maybe the books in the bookcase aren't arranged in alphabetical order or maybe there are a lot of clothes hanging inside the closet.To combat boredom, try tidying up:you'll feel like you've accomplished something useful and you'll have fun.[15]
    • If you need inspiration when deciding how to declutter, try searching the internet for articles about fun and creative ways to reduce clutter in your home.
  8. Step 8 Fai qualcosa che rimandi da tempo.
    We've all had to procrastinate on some chore.If you don't take care of your schedule when you're bored you'll waste time twice over, so get busy!You'll keep your mind busy and finish something you've had to do for days.[16]
    • If you go to school, do your homework.This way you will occupy your time with a productive activity.
    • Have you been putting off a housework for a long time?Maybe you hate doing laundry, but the piles of clothes are piling up.If you're bored, it's a good time to do laundry.
    • Many people put off important things, like paying bills.If you're bored, why not pay for heat, electricity or car insurance?You will feel better knowing that you have taken care of your responsibilities.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 5:

Interacting with Others

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  1. Step 1 Gioca via internet con gli amici.
    Some games, such as chess, checkers, or Monopoly, require multiple players.If you're alone, several phone and console applications allow you to play with your friends via the internet.On the web you will find many fun games.For example, if you like card games, there are tons of them.[17]
    • Try some card games.Some you can do yourself, like solitaire games.Others, like Uno or briscola, require multiple players.
    • Use your smartphone.Maybe all your friends play quizzes on their phones.Check if any of them are online at the moment.
    • Contact your friends through a game console.Many video game consoles allow you to interact with other players.
  2. Step 2 Se sei in compagnia di altre persone, prova un semplice gioco che non richiede oggetti.
    If you're at home with friends, play with them.If you don't have dice, cards or boards, you can still find a fun game.Some require only your voice and imagination.
    • You can play "Truth or Dare", "20 Questions" or "Never Have I Ever".
    • Try telling a story together.Ask each person to add a line to the story.You can do this orally or written.
    • Try an improvisational game, such as mime.
    • Try to recognize figures in the clouds (or in the rocks, if you are in the mountains).This game is very simple and stimulates creativity.
  3. Step 3 Vai al bar.
    If you feel lonely and bored, leave the house and meet someone.Ask a friend for coffee.You don't have to spend a lot to chat with a friend over a cup of coffee, and an interesting conversation can be a really effective way to combat boredom.[18]
    • If no one is available to go out with you, go to the bar alone.You might find another lonely person and try talking to them.You'll make a new friend and fight boredom.You could break the ice with a comment about the place.For example:“Wow, I really like the vibe of this place.”
  4. Step 4 Guarda un vecchio classico del cinema con gli amici.
    If you're around people your age, find an old movie you have at home.Rewatching one of your favorite childhood movies can be a great way to indulge in nostalgia and stave off boredom.If you don't have any old DVDs, you can find many free films on the internet to watch in streaming, on services like Netflix or Infinity.[19]
    • If you're alone, ask a friend if they want to watch the same movie you're watching at the same time and comment on it with you via text message.You will feel like you have him by your side.
  5. Step 5 Vai a fare shopping a un mercatino dell'usato.
    We often feel bored because we don't have enough money to do what we would like to do;However, you don't need to spend a lot of money shopping.If you're bored, but your wallet is crying, head to the local flea market.There you will find many new clothes at low prices.[20]
    • Even if you don't buy anything, it will be fun to try out new looks.
  6. Step 6 Fingi di essere un turista nella tua città.
    If you and your friends don't know what to do, imagine you've never visited your city before.Dedicate a day to all the local attractions and eat in a typical restaurant in the area.You will have the opportunity to observe with a different eye the beauties of your city that you take for granted.[21]
    • Think about the tourist activities in your city.Visit a museum, or go on a hike in the surrounding area.
    • Is there a well-known typical restaurant in your city?Try to book a table there.
  7. Step 7 Improvvisa un servizio fotografico.
    If you and your friends don't know what to do, put on some smart clothes, put on some makeup and organize a photo shoot.You can use a camera or your smartphone to take photos of you and your friends in many different poses.You can even go out and take some fun photos outdoors.[22]
    • If you don't feel in the mood, you don't have to do a serious photoshoot.Take funny photos that make you laugh.
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Method 4
Method 4 of 5:

Finding Ways to Have Fun

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  1. Step 1 Cerca su internet foto divertenti o tenere.
    On the web you will find many ways to have fun.Try Googling "cute puppy photos" and spend a few minutes looking at sweet pictures of dogs.To pass the time, you can also watch videos of cute animals or little children.[23]
    • If you're talking to a friend who's as bored as you are, you can exchange the cutest videos and pictures you find on the internet.
  2. Step 2 Cucina.
    If you don't know what to do, open the pantry.You probably have some flour and sugar.Check what ingredients you have available for a dessert and search the internet for an easy-to-prepare recipe.Baking dessert is a fun and productive way to spend time.[24]
    • If someone you know's birthday is coming up, you can try baking a cake.
  3. Step 3 Crea un CD con una playlist scelta da te.
    If you find blank discs at home, try creating a compilation.You can make one for friends or make one for yourself.For example, you can make a CD to listen to while driving.[25]
    • Create creative playlists, so you have to think about which songs to choose.For example, don't choose a theme like "Best Songs of Summer."Try "Best Songs of the Summer of 1997" instead.
    • You can also try creating a playlist that has a topic or emotion as its theme.For example, you can make a compilation of songs about animals, songs that make you feel sad or that make you want to dance.
  4. Step 4 Balla.
    Put on the music and start dancing in the living room.No one is watching you, so don't worry about making a fool of yourself.Even if you don't usually like dancing, you might have more fun dancing alone than you think.[26]
    • If you're interested in learning to dance, try watching videos online and imitating the moves of professionals.
  5. Step 5 Guarda delle vecchie fotografie.
    They can bring back many fun memories.You might be surprised at how much you've changed since you were ten.Browsing through images of your first year of university, you might laugh at the big stylistic differences you'll notice.[27]
    • If you don't have paper photographs to look through, look at your digital albums.For example, you can open the oldest albums in your Facebook account.
  6. Step 6 Guarda dei video divertenti su internet.
    Many comedians have YouTube channels on which they post hilarious content.On the web you will also find hundreds of films of stand-up comedians.If you're bored, try searching the internet for "funny videos."Laughter will make the time go by faster.[28]
    • If you don't know where to start, with a simple Google search like "best comedians" or "funny videos", you should find plenty of clips that will keep you busy for a long time.
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Method 5
Method 5 of 5:

Avoid Boredom

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  1. Step 1 Fai attenzione agli stati di intensa eccitazione, che possono contribuire alla noia.
    You may associate this feeling with monotonous environments, sleepiness, and laziness, but people also often feel bored when they are overwhelmed by external stimuli or when they feel over-energized and can't concentrate.[29]
    • For example, you might feel bored in a bar full of people talking and with music blaring.This may be the result of external stimuli overwhelming or distracting you and preventing you from completing your task.[30]
    • Alternatively, you may feel bored because you're bursting with energy and can't focus on a single action for more than a couple of minutes.Excess energy can arise from common situations, for example from having rested well during the night, or from nervousness due to a plane trip.When you feel this overstimulation, you may mistake it for boredom.
    • If you feel overwhelmed by external stimuli, try reducing them.For example, if there is too much noise in the environment where you are, you can put on headphones and listen to relaxing music or white noise;if you prefer, you can move away and reach a quieter place.
    • If you feel too energetic, try doing something that allows you to vent your energy, like a walk;once you're done walking, resume what you were doing.
  2. Step 2 Alzati dal divano, spegni il computer e smetti di navigare su internet.
    If there isn't a program you really want to watch, avoid using television and social networks as a pastime.This can lead you to think about what you could do differently.Studies have shown that these thoughts can intensify feelings of boredom.[31]
  3. Step 3 Evita di sognare a occhi aperti.
    This habit arouses boredom rather than alleviates it.Finding yourself daydreaming will make you feel like the activity you're doing is boring, even when you would normally find it stimulating.
    • If you like daydreaming, do it when you have to do a repetitive task like cleaning the floor or cutting the grass.Tasks that require little "mental presence" are not noticeably affected by this habit.
  4. Step 4 Fai un programma della tua giornata.
    If you notice gaps in your calendar, try filling them with activities that interest you.You may notice that you feel bored and frustrated at the same time every day.Fill those moments with your passions to prevent boredom.[32]
  5. Step 5 Sii socievole...
    Be sociable. You can join a club or youth association to get more involved, or find activities to do with your friends.If you feel like you have nothing to do, there's nothing better to combat boredom than hanging out with other people.Call your friends and plan an outing, or try to convince one of the neighbors to go together shoot baskets.Even a simple walk in the center can be a pleasant novelty.Hang out with your closest friends, or try to reconnect with old acquaintances to vary your routine.
    • There is no activity that can replace face-to-face conversations.Avoid using only social networks to talk to friends and meet them in person.
    • Go camping.What are your next holidays?Easter, Christmas or summer ones?Look for organized campsites that you can attend and enjoy.
  6. Step 6 Fai delle pause per evitare che le attività che svolgi diventino noiose.
    A recent study found that subjects who took 2-minute breaks halfway through a boring 50-minute task felt more focused, relaxed, and productive at the end of their work.[33] If you're tackling a long project, find something to look forward to by setting aside a YouTube video, song, or article you're looking forward to reading, and reward yourself for 35 minutes of work with a short 2-minute break.
    • Leave the environment you are working in for a few minutes.Even if you only make it to the kitchen to get a glass of water, those moments can refresh your mind.Go out into the garden and smell the flowers for a breath of fresh air.
  7. Step 7 Rendi il tuo ambiente di lavoro più silenzioso.
    It's a common mistake to think that leaving the radio or television on in the background will create a relaxing and productive atmosphere.On the contrary, this habit has a tendency to attract your attention on an unconscious level;you would end up feeling more bored than if you worked in total silence.Focusing on just one activity, even if you find it particularly boring, is smarter than distracting your brain with multiple different stimuli.
    • Use music or the radio as rewards, not distractions.Taking short, timed breaks during a boring task makes you more productive than trying to get work done without stopping but leaving the radio playing in the background.
  8. Step 8 Regola la tua glicemia.
    [34] As your blood sugar levels drop, you will find that it is increasingly difficult to pay attention to your work.Keep healthy snacks like nuts or fruit on your office desk to keep your brain in top condition.Reward yourself with chocolate when you complete a particularly difficult task.
    • Energy drinks and other sources of caffeine are widely used, but the energy loss associated with these high-sugar drinks will ultimately negatively affect your productivity in the long run.To avoid boredom, avoid stimulants.
  9. Step 9 Rimani attivo.
    Some people prefer to work while sitting on exercise balls rather than regular office chairs, or try to stay active using ergonomic workstations, but you can manage to stay moving without spending a lot of money.Step out of the office for a short walk, or do a 15-minute stretch in the bathroom to boost your energy levels and keep your alertness from fading.
    • If you have a treadmill at home, try working on it.Working while standing is a proven, healthy and efficient way to stay focused.
  10. Step 10 Trova un lavoro o fai volontariato.
    If you always have too much free time, consider getting a part-time job or offering your help to those who need it.By earning money or helping others you can occupy your free time productively and gain a feeling of fulfillment.Here are some ideas to get you started:
    • Shops and bars are great places to get hired for part-time work.They often offer flexible hours and are therefore ideal for students.
    • Hospitals, retirement homes, soup kitchens and animal shelters are often looking for volunteers.Volunteering, in addition to being rewarding and emotionally fulfilling, is an excellent reference to include in your CV.
    • Consider becoming self-employed.You can offer to mow your neighbors' lawns, walk their dogs, or babysit.If you are skilled at making things, you can make scarves or bags and sell them online.
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Advice

  • Avoid finding fault with everything.Usually people find things boring that don't fully satisfy them.
  • If you are asked to participate in some activity, don't hold back.Don't decide it's boring until you've tried it.
  • Try a change of scenery.Go somewhere;you can often beat boredom this way.
  • Don't convince yourself you're bored.Instead, focus on something useful, positive, and creative, like studying, doing an art or craft project, sharing ideas, and helping people who need it.
  • Don't be afraid to make mistakes, especially when trying something new.Better to make a mistake and learn something than to do nothing.
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Warnings

  • Many people have a tendency to eat more when they are bored.Try to avoid doing this, but if you're really hungry, choose healthy foods, such as fruits and vegetables.
  • Don't feel depressed because you're bored, it happens to everyone.Consider it a challenge.
  • Avoid the temptation to experiment drugs or engage in illegal activities to pass the time.This is a counterproductive and self-defeating habit.
  • Remember not to get angry.You could hurt the people who are with you.If you feel nervous because you're bored, follow the advice in this guide and don't take your frustration out on others.
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