Getting bored during a lockdown could be real torture especially
with people who are used to having hectic schedules. In this light, it
is kind of important to keep busy so as not to feel the state of boredom
as it does kill happiness.
When boredom sets in, it becomes really tough to kill time, as it
will seem that it has stopped. It is pertinent to know that you cannot
sleep all the time nor can you scroll Instagram feed which has people
supposedly “enjoying” their life and not being bored.
But then, learning to kill time depends on your interests and what you really enjoy doing while bored.
That said, it is already day 3 of the 14-day lockdown ordered by
the Nigerian government in some states of the nation and it won’t be
wrong to say some of us are already going bananas and are already
getting bored out of our minds!
So while we all get to observe the compulsory stay-at-home order, here are 10 ways to beat boredom, number 10 will amaze you.
1. Exercise
Provided you are prepared to put a little time and effort into your
workout at home, it can be just as effective as a gym workout. At a
time like this, the prospect of going into a gym is daunting and
therefore exercising in the comfort of their own home is much more
appealing. Since you are likely to do a lot more of eating and sitting
around, a lot of exercises may be crucial as you need to stay fit and
healthy.
2. Read a book
When was the last time you read a book? Now is a good time to
revive your reading culture, at least, for leisure. It is often said
that there is no better friend than a book. Truth is a lot of us aren’t
book lovers, but since we’re about killing boredom, you can try page by
page reading on topics that interest you. The internet has also made
e-books available to us, therefore, it won’t hurt to look out for books
on topics that interest you. Besides, it is always good to gain
knowledge especially when you have nothing else to do.
3. Learn something new
Because lockdown isn’t a vacay, you should work at adding value to
yourself at this time. Learn a new skill or add to you your existing
knowledge by taking a new course online. It won’t hurt to try one of the
many online or self-study options. Many are even free, so there’s no
excuse for not broadening your horizons. There are tons of online
courses you can take from and get certification for at the end of your
learning process. Remember, it’s all about adding value to yourself
while you can.
4. Watch Movies
Of course, Netflix is the only thing popular than Coronavirus right
now and catching up with your favourite movies, series or soap operas
wouldn’t be a bad idea. When you’re glued to watching an array of
interesting movies, several hours would be passed just like that and you
wouldn’t know it. Just make sure to have some snacks handy by the side.
5.Play Games
It might have been years since you last played a video game, they
can be addictive but it is a great way to definitely kill time. When
power fails, you can help yourself with other indoor games – ludo board
game, chess, scrabble, your card games, etc. It is worthy to keep in
mind that you do not start doing it all the time, every day.
6. Cook a new recipe
To keep bored at bay during this lockdown, improving your culinary
skills will be an interesting activity to engage in. If you have been
the busy type whose work schedule wouldn’t allow to try basic new
things, now is the time to explore. For ideas, you can look on the
internet and learn how to prepare what you have been craving for or that
special cuisine that tickles your fancy. It might not be as tasty in
your first try, but you will be proud enough with a new skill in your
hand.
7. Dance
Boredom can be exhausting and when you’re at loss for what to do,
dancing is an easy way out as it is a fantastic mood elevator. You can
decide to learn a few steps online and dance to the beats of your
favourite music. While at it, sing along too, this will keep your mind
refreshed as the happiness that comes with it cannot be explained.
8. Meditate
Do you know that meditation is one of the most common ways to
reduce stress? Many of us are not just not sold to the whole
“Mind-Body-Spirit” thing. When you meditate, it gives room for fresh
ideas and rejuvenates your mind. You are better focused as your being is
involved in mindfulness and you are able to focus your mind on a
particular object, thought, or activity – like starting a new business,
improving your relationships and other positive things. It’s not like
you’re doing anything right now anyway, so what have you got to lose?
9. Clean up
At this time, you can kill time by cleaning up. This could be your
closet, garden, kitchen or the whole house. Yes, it can be overwhelming,
but since you have so much time on your hands, you can make a roaster
that will help you achieve your goal. Another good thing is you don’t
have to do it alone (for those who are married or have children or wards
staying with them). Trust me children love to work and they will
willingly help you out while making it a fun time as well. You will feel
much happier and prouder after completing the task. However you see it,
cleaning almost always results in finding things you have forgotten
about, and while you are at it, you will most definitely find a few
forgotten treasures.
10. Have plenty of sex
Sounds funny right? but then this cannot be overemphasized. The
lockdown has provided a lot of time for us to bond as couples/families.
It’s not unlikely that before now, a lot of couples have had serious
marital issue, and this time seems the best time for them to sort out
their differences. So once the issues are sorted out, please feel free
to explore all you want. And really, can you think of a better way to
occupy your free time?
Culled from PM News.
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