To certain busy people, boredom’s a serious blessing, but if you’re struggling to find something to do every night of the week, it feels more like a curse. Keeping yourself entertained is a tough task, especially if you lose interest in things easily. Luckily for you, there are countless activities to do that will keep you busy, amused, and distracted for hours on end. The best part is, some don’t even require any money at all! From journaling and baking to staycationg and hiking, these ideas will motivate and inspire you, as well as keep you busy. Read ahead for the best ideas, and get ready to kick boredom to the curb.
– Additional reporting by Lauren Harano, Alexandra Schudy, and Tara Block
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Bake a dessert for friends and family.
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Go for a swim.
If you don’t have a pool, check out these cute kiddie pools for adults that you can easily set up in your backyard.
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Listen to a new genre of music.
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Look up tattoo inspiration.
Check out some of these ideas.
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Catch up on celebrity news.
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Publish an article on a topic you're passionate about.
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Cook breakfast (no matter what time it is).
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Take a new profile picture for social media.
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Review books on Goodreads.
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Collect seashells or rocks.
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Map out your family tree.
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Host a virtual game night.
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Upload old vacation photos to Facebook or Instagram.
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Organize your bookshelves (by title, genre, or color).
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Rearrange your furniture.
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Listen to podcasts or an audiobook.
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Learn to mix your own cocktail.
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Learn a new kind of braid.
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Wash your makeup brushes.
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Practice outdoor photography.
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Find 10 pieces of clothing to give away.
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Take photos of your old pics and yearbooks for future #TBTs.
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Take a jog around the block.
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Ride your bike around town.
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Buy something you've always wanted.
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Organize things for a future garage sale.
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Practice your positive affirmations.
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Go shopping at the dollar store.
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Write your own play script.
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Open up your own Etsy shop.
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Network online with important people.
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Make a new Reddit thread.
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Start your own YouTube channel.
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Take an online dance class.
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Hunt for coins around the house.
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Organize the photos on your phone.
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Make your own lotion bars.
Here’s how to make lotion bars.
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Start your own dog-walking service.
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Mow your neighbor's lawn for cash.
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Brush up on your basketball skills.
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Review restaurants on Yelp.
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Try your hand at pottery.
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Find a vintage outfit at a thrift store.
