Let’s talk about boredom—and how it might actually be one of the best things to happen to you.
Wait, wait, wait – you mean boredom might be good for me?
Yep!!
Boredom is simply that restless feeling when there’s nothing grabbing your attention or when what you’re doing feels flat and dull.
We all know it; we’ve all felt it. But what if, instead of running from it, we leaned in a bit? Boredom can be uncomfortable, however it’s also an opportunity.
Think about it: boredom is just another feeling, like joy or frustration. It won’t last forever, but it might be trying to tell you something. Maybe it’s a sign that something needs to change or that you’re in a bit of a rut.
Hmmm.
Instead of reaching for your phone or mindlessly filling the time, try sitting with that feeling for a bit. Ask yourself: is this boredom pointing to something deeper?
Do I need more challenge, creativity, or connection in my life?
Sometimes, just letting yourself feel bored can reveal insights you’d never get otherwise.
Or maybe boredom is your nudge to shake things up! Simple things like trying a new restaurant, listening to a genre of music you’d never usually pick, or eating dessert before dinner. Small changes like these add variety, spark creativity, and even create new neural pathways in your brain. Every time you do something new, your mind wakes up a bit. You might discover a hidden passion, or maybe you’ll just get a fresh outlook. Either way, it beats the same old routine.
Here’s a cool perspective I really enjoy from Eastern traditions: boredom isn’t something to avoid; it’s actually a pathway to greater self-awareness.
You see…..It’s how you respond to boredom that matters. When we’re constantly busy, we don’t give our minds a chance to breathe or reflect. But when we let boredom be and we sit with it, it becomes a space for our creativity and curiosity to grow.
Imagine if you could turn that empty, restless feeling into a spark for something new. What have you been putting off trying? Is there something you’d like to learn, but keep telling yourself you’ll get to it “one day”? Why not let boredom be the kickstart?
Here’s a little trick to help: keep a list of things you’d love to explore, projects you want to start, or random activities that intrigue you. Next time you feel boredom creeping in, grab the list and pick something. Think of boredom as a blank canvas—ready for you to create on.
You’re the artist of your own life, so go ahead, pick up the brush, and make something amazing out of it!