107 Things to Do When You're Bored
Bored? 107 Things You Can Do Right Now
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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! Whether you want to enjoy a relaxing day at home or try something new while enjoying the great outdoors with friends, there are so many fun things you can do to keep boredom at bay.
From journaling and baking to staycationing and hiking, these ideas will motivate and inspire you, as well as keep you busy. When you have too much time on your hands, let these creative suggestions fill your day with hours of fun, entertainment, and even pure joy. Read ahead for the best ideas, and get ready to kick boredom to the curb.
— Additional reporting by Lauren Harano and Tara Block
Things to Do When You're Bored at Home
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Decorate your room.
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Write in a journal.
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KonMari your house.
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Organize your bookshelves (by title, genre, or color).
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Try a Pinterest craft.
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Try a 10-minute workout.
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Review books on Goodreads.
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Scribble in a coloring book.
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Map out your family tree.
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Rearrange your furniture.
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Listen to podcasts or an audiobook.
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Paint your nails.
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Wash your makeup brushes.
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Deep-clean your house.
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Find 10 pieces of clothing to give away.
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Start a new book series.
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Take a jog around the block.
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Organize things for a future garage sale.
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Make a cup of tea.
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Make a healthy smoothie.
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Adopt a pet.
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Practice your positive affirmations.
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Practice speed-reading.
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Write a poem.
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Take a bath.
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Write your own play script.
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Plant a garden.
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Paint your house.
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Draw with gel pens.
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Start a scrapbook.
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Do a deep dive on a subject that interests you.
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Try on new outfits.
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Practice meditation.
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Things to Do When You're Bored With Friends
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Take a staycation.
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Give yourself a facial.
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Have a picnic.
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Bake a dessert for friends and family.
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Go for a swim.
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Listen to a new genre of music.
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Plan a future vacation.
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Dye your hair.
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Collect seashells or rocks.
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Pick fruit.
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Host a virtual game night.
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Try making a new drink.
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Cook breakfast (no matter what time it is).
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Call up an old friend.
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Learn to mix your own cocktail.
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Learn a new kind of braid.
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Play pool.
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Volunteer at a charity.
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Practice outdoor photography.
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Take photos of your old pics and yearbooks for future #TBTs.
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Go on a hike.
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Complete a puzzle.
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Ride your bike around town.
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Buy something you've always wanted.
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Get glammed up.
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Build a fort.
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Take a road trip.
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Learn a new instrument.
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Start your own dog-walking service.
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Play hide-and-seek.
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Go shopping at the dollar store.
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Explore a cave.
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Make a new friend.
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Play a board game.
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Tie-dye clothes.
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People-watch in a park.
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Mow your neighbor's lawn for cash.
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Make your own lotion bars.
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Create a terrarium.
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Brush up on your basketball skills.
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Knit a sweater.
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Make jewelry.
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Try your hand at pottery.
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Find a vintage outfit at a thrift store.
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Things to Do When You're Bored Online
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Find a side hustle.
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Take a new profile picture for social media.
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Take online classes.
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Look up tattoo inspiration.
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Catch up on celebrity news.
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Upload old vacation photos to Facebook or Instagram.
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Shop for shoes online.
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Publish an article on a topic you're passionate about.
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Find a pen pal.
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Analyze your dreams.
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Update your résumé.
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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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Organize the photos on your phone.
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Email your grandparents.
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Get on a dating app.
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Review restaurants on Yelp.
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Learn a new language.
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Buy art.
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Things to Do When You're Bored at Night
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Make yourself dinner.
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Camp in your backyard.
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Babysit for cash.
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Paint a mug.
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Sketch a portrait.
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Have a movie night outside.
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Hunt for coins around the house.
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Track the moon cycle.
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