We’ve all been there. Staring at a wall blankly, coming up with ways to engage the mind and tantalize the senses. Now that the pandemic has made us homebound, the need for staying active has become more intense. We have a lot of time on our hands and not enough stuff to do, what with the travel-bans and social distancing. Don’t worry, though. This post will give a number of ways you can get rid of boredom while staying at home. Read on.
Call Your Friends
It’s natural to miss going to the movies, strolling in the park, hitting the club, and having a sleepover or a game night with your friends. Even though you have to stay six feet apart from people in general, you can still catch up with your pals by giving them a quick call. Spectrum voice offers solid features like three-way calling by which you can connect with your besties at once, and talk your heart out. Time passes quickly when you’re having a fun-filled chat.
Exercise
Just because you can’t go to the gym anymore doesn’t mean that you can’t do stretches at home. Research proves that exercise releases feel-good hormones in the brain, warding off stress and anxiety while getting your heart rate up. So, dedicate a certain corner in your house to exercising. Do a set of stretches by following online tutorials or instructions given by your trainer. You can also try out new things like yoga and meditation to bring your thoughts back into balance.
Move Things About
I know what you’re going to say. Why do chores when you’re bored? Here’s why: Rearranging spaces has a positive effect on the mind. When you purge your closet, you undergo a sort of catharsis. Throwing old things away also leads to inner peace. Moreover, you can move your furniture to make it winter-ready. Paint a dull wall into a fresh color. It’ll take up your day and you won’t even remember getting bored in the first place.
Play Games
There are two ways you can go about this. One, you can get your hands on a puzzle, a classic deck of cards, or board games and play with your family. Monopoly is always a good option. Let the laughter light up your bland routine and the excitement keep you hooked. Or, two, you can rely on your internet connection and power up an online gaming marathon with your virtual team. It could be anything from FPS to MMORG. I heard that The Last of Us Part II is a real time-taker if you’re interested in playing solo.
Binge-Watch
Do you have a list of movies that you’ve always wanted to watch but never found the time to? Well, now you’ve got hours upon hours on your hands. Order the movies on demand from your cable provider by simply placing a call. Create a comfortable ambiance. Plop on your couch and munch while you watch. Tired of movies? Give TV series a chance. Streaming giants like Netflix release new stuff every month which you can consume in one sitting. So, binge-watching a movie or TV show is always something you can fall back on if you’ve got nothing else going on.
Join a Fun Class
You can easily come across various online classes by doing a simple search. These are not classes in the traditional sense of the word, but light and instructive experiences that’ll benefit you in the long run. You can pick up and take any class – free or paid on the web. Learn a new language, a new skill, a new culture, or new music. There’s an Instagram baking class, called Bread Ahead, that’s quite popular. Experiment in the kitchen, the garden, or the living room. Your choice. One thing’s for sure, though: You’ll not get bored.
Travel… Virtually
Travel ban’s holding your explorer spirit back? No problem. You can hop on a virtual tour to some of the most beautiful places in the world from the safety of your home. Technology’s your friend. Just get the right display and connect it to your home internet. Visit a historic museum in VR, or let Explore.com bring the marvelous Northern Lights to your room via live-stream from Churchill Northern Studies Center in Manitoba, Canada. Pass your time by going on an adventure in high-definition.
Wrapping Up
The possibilities of having fun and turning your boring day around are endless. You just need to be open to them and this post shows you exactly how you can do that.
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