You are bored and always end up doing the usual – watching Instagram reels and binge watching Netflix. Hours pass by and now you’re feeling guilty for letting boredom steal your precious time.
But you don’t know what to do instead of scrolling social media.
It doesn’t have to be that way.
Here is a list of 130 productive things to do when you are bored.
These are small yet important things you might be putting off. Now that you are bored and have plenty of time, pick a few items from this list and start checking them off.
With these ideas, you can kick out boredom from your life!
1] Set new goals for the month.
2] Write in your journal.
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3] Read a self-help book.
4] Create a vision board.
5] Practice meditation.
6] Watch a TED talk.
7] Listen to a personal development podcast.
8] Write a gratitude list.
9] Take a personality test.
10] Visualize your ideal life.
11] Reflect on your word of the year.
12] Plan your day using time-blocking.
13] Start a brain dump journal.
14] Write your life mission statement.
15] Create an action plan for your goals.
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16] Do a home workout.
17] Try yoga or stretching exercises.
18] Prepare a healthy meal.
19] Create a meal plan for the week.
20] Learn about proper nutrition.
21] Try a new healthy recipe.
22] Drink a glass of water (hydrate!).
23] Plan a fitness challenge.
24] Take a walk or run outside.
25] Learn about mindfulness practices.
26] Practice deep breathing exercise such as box breathing.
27] Research a new fitness trend.
28] Organize your supplements.
29] Create a fitness routine.
30] Start tracking your water intake.
31] Organize your digital files.
32] Clean out your closet.
33] Tidy up your workspace.
34] Declutter your phone apps.
35] Organize your bookshelves.
36] Plan a social media detox.
37] Clean out your email inbox.
38] Sort through old photos.
39] Reorganize your kitchen pantry.
40] Declutter your desktop.
41] Sort through your junk drawer.
42] Organize your notebooks.
43] Label and organize your files.
44] Rearrange your room or furniture.
45] Donate unused clothes or items.
46] Take an online course.
47] Learn a new language.
48] Try a new hobby.
49] Watch a documentary.
50] Learn to play an instrument.
51] Study a new subject.
52] Improve your writing skills.
53] Take a course on productivity.
54] Research something you’ve always wanted to know.
55] Learn basic coding.
56] Listen to an audiobook.
57] Practice public speaking.
58] Learn a new recipe.
59] Try a DIY project.
60] Study personal finance basics.
61] Review your budget.
62] Set up automatic savings transfers.
63] Plan your financial goals.
64] Review your bank statements.
65] Cancel unused subscriptions.
66] Start a side hustle.
67] Research investment opportunities.
68] Create a financial emergency plan.
69] Organize your receipts for tax season.
70] Set a monthly savings challenge.
71] Calculate your net worth.
72] Make a plan to pay off debt.
73] Compare insurance rates for better deals.
74] Open a retirement account.
75] Plan for big future purchases.
76] Fix something broken in the house.
77] Rearrange a room for better flow.
78] Create a to-do list for home projects.
79] Paint a room or piece of furniture.
80] Clean your windows.
81] Organize your garden tools.
82] Plan your next home renovation.
83] Build a piece of furniture.
84] Make your home eco-friendly.
85] Plant an indoor garden.
86] Research home improvement tips.
87] Start a compost bin.
88] Clean out the garage.
89] Wash your car.
90] Organize your laundry room.
91] Start a blog.
92] Write a poem or short story.
93] Create a mood board.
94] Paint or draw something.
95] Learn photography skills.
96] Start a creative journal.
97] Design your dream house.
98] Create a playlist for different moods.
99] Try bullet journaling.
100] Write a song.
101] Take on a creative writing prompt.
102] Start a YouTube channel.
103] Decorate a space in your home.
104] Learn graphic design.
105] Create a scrapbook.
106] Catch up with an old friend.
107] Write a letter or send a card.
108] Network on LinkedIn.
109] Host a virtual hangout.
110] Attend an online event.
111] Call a family member.
112] Offer to help someone with a project.
113] Create or update your resume.
114] Plan a virtual game night.
115] Reach out to a mentor.
116] Plan a social event with friends.
117] Join an online community.
118] Share something helpful on social media.
119] Write a recommendation for a colleague.
120] Volunteer for an online cause.
121] Create a daily/weekly schedule.
122] Set up a time-tracking system for tasks.
123] Plan your next month’s to-dos.
124] Use a productivity app to organize tasks.
125] Time-block your upcoming week.
126] Set up a productivity system.
127] Organize your goals using the Eisenhower Matrix.
128] Create a weekly habit tracker.
129] Plan out your breaks and downtime.
130] Batch similar tasks together to boost efficiency.
I hope you enjoyed this list of things to do when bored.
The next time you’re felling bored, pick anything from this big list of fun things to do by yourself when bored and enjoy your time.
Share this lists with your friends and family and help them to kick boredom of their lives too.
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