We all feel bored sometimes. Maybe the weather’s crappy. Maybe it’s beautiful weather outside, but someone in your house or apartment isn’t in a very sunny mood. Maybe you’re just tired. Whatever reason you have for feeling like you’re in a funk, boredom can creep in. So, what do to in that state of mind? Sure, you can scroll on your phone or turn on a show. BUT, does that really help? If you want to feel better, not worse, here are a few ideas that we think might help.

1. Redecorate your space. Getting stuck in a creative rut can feel inescapable. And you may not be able to jet off to a foreign country to shake your routine, but re-organizing your space can make you feel like you’re in another world. Maybe your desk goes by the window instead, you Marie Kondo your closet, or you go to sleep with your head at the end of the bed. It’s just about jolting your imagination awake and forcing you to look at things differently.
2. Offer to help someone else. You might have nothing going on, but I bet someone near you is a busy bee who could use an extra hand. This could be a family member who needs a meal, a neighbor with an overgrown garden, or a local organization desperate for volunteers. This is a great way to set aside your own whirlwinds and learn from others. People are fascinating and almost always have something entertaining, informative, or interesting to contribute.

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