Finding a Hobby to Battle Boredom

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses various strategies and suggestions for overcoming boredom, particularly in the context of having free time after work. Participants share personal experiences and propose different hobbies or activities to engage in, including sports, internet use, and social interactions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a deep sense of boredom and a lack of motivation, recalling similar feelings from childhood.
  • Another suggests that finding a romantic partner could alleviate boredom, though this is met with skepticism from others.
  • Several participants mention the internet as a source of entertainment, with some specifically referencing adult content.
  • One participant recommends engaging in sports or physical activities as a way to combat boredom, sharing their positive experience with working out.
  • Another suggests embracing boredom as a state to appreciate, proposing that one could fully experience it before seeking distractions.
  • Some participants humorously discuss the absurdity of their boredom, with one likening eating a peach to an epic adventure.
  • There are mixed views on exercise as a solution, with some advocating for it while others argue it may become boring over time.
  • One participant mentions reading a complex book as a way to pass the time, questioning whether this is a productive use of time.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best way to combat boredom, with multiple competing views and suggestions presented throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some suggestions may depend on individual preferences and circumstances, such as physical fitness levels or social dynamics. The effectiveness of proposed activities is not universally agreed upon.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals seeking to overcome boredom or looking for new hobbies may find the varied suggestions and experiences shared in this thread helpful.

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So Bored...

I can't pick up a book, I can't play music, I don't even want to listen to music. I can't even watch TV or play video games. I work 6/7 days a week at my two jobs. But I still get most evenings off. That's when I get bored.

Boredom's always been my great nemesis, I remember back in elementary school I was like this already, I'd have these dry spells when I seem to have no motivation, everything seems pointless. I even did an Art Project on being bored back in grade 7. I think it was 7.

Yup. I'm bored. I need a hobby.
 
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Get a woman in your life, a strong willed woman.
you will never be bored again.

(you will just wish you were)
 
Hmm, now if only women liked me.
 
How can you be bored? Have you not heard of the internets?
 
Yeah if you have the internet you can't be bored. Porn!
 
Smurf said:
Hmm, now if only women liked me.
join the high-school I went to. all the girls there loved bored, unmotivated guys :biggrin:
 
Why don't you try out your favourite sport? You could join some club for amateurs perhaps. That's what I am doing for my summer hols, and I'm glad to say that I am enjoying my stint.
 
I am in the same position smurf. Except, I don't work, so I have all day long to be bored. I think I will second the idea of arunbg, and suggest doing some sports and/or working out. I started working out a few weeks ago, and that helps kill some time. Watch some more episodes of bull**** :smile: (http://www.veoh.com/ and http://www.tv-links.co.uk/show.do/1/1919 ) Though I must admit, the more I watch the show, the more I seem to hate what is going on in our world.
 
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blackcat said:
Yeah if you have the internet you can't be bored. Porn!

:rolleyes: how about H?
 
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Smurf said:
Hmm, now if only women liked me.
It doesn't necessarily have to be a woman. :)
 
  • #11
Play Desktop Tower Defense or pick a sport and play every day.
 
  • #12
I'm bored in the lab right now... hehe, I need a 10 minutes break.
 
  • #13
Equilibrium said:
:rolleyes: how about H?
:confused::confused:
 
  • #14
blackcat said:
Yeah if you have the internet you can't be bored. Porn!

come' on, man, there are kids that visit PF. :biggrin:
 
  • #15
Smurf said:
Yup. I'm bored. I need a hobby.
Ok, to help you : click on the "ALSO, WHO CAN DO THIS" link in my signature. This will give you something useful to do.

marlon
 
  • #16
Smurf said:
Hmm, now if only women liked me.

just 21 days ago, i felt the same n there came a girl who says she loves me.
n believe me dude, i m much more boring then u may ever think of.. so gettin in love shd not be a bad start. go get urself a love n u ever won't b bored again
 
  • #17
Archon said:
It doesn't necessarily have to be a woman. :)
Unfortunately I only like women.
Equilibrium said:
:rolleyes: how about H?
blackcat said:
:confused::confused:
Don't worry, I got it.
marlon said:
Ok, to help you : click on the "ALSO, WHO CAN DO THIS" link in my signature. This will give you something useful to do.

marlon
Can some people not do that or something?
 
  • #18
So you're bored. Lay on the couch and throw a ball at the cieling. Sleep more. Fully experience the boredom for all it's worth. Then when you are bored of being bored, go do something more useful with your time. Focus on being as bored as possible and you'll get through it quicker. It should leave you with the proper appreciation and respect for boredom. Ya have to be busy ALL the time? I can eat a peach for hours.
 
  • #19
Huckleberry said:
Ya have to be busy ALL the time? I can eat a peach for hours.

That was awesome.
 
  • #20
Smurf said:
That was awesome.
Yes, I'm the Lewis and Clark of boredom. I can turn eating a peach into an epic adventure. However, I haven't received any recent grants for hopeful expeditions. Lewis and Clark were more well funded than I am. The point is to enjoy the smaller things in life for all they have to offer.

Umm, I didn't really mean that. :redface:
 
  • #21
Smurf said:
Can some people not do that or something?
Yes, YOU !

marlon
 
  • #22
marlon said:
Yes, YOU !

marlon

but i did it, it was easy.
 
  • #23
this is going to sound lame, but exercise. if you are somewhat young, and not severely overweight, run. And don't just jog, run. Its great.

There really is something called a runner's high and I get it all the time. Sometimes I'll start smiling like an idiot on the treadmill and people look at me like I'm crazy.
 
  • #24
dude i just got it,
keep on posting on PF,
you won't ever get bored.
daa, how come i never get bored?? got to learn it fast

dude
exercise really aint a solution for boredom, u ll get bored of exercising
 
  • #25
corra said:
Get a woman in your life, a strong willed woman.
you will never be bored again.

Most definitely.

Get to know Smurfette, and everything will turn in a better direction. :wink:

I'm in a similar situation myself, btw. :rolleyes:
 
  • #26
man... I was so bored that I read Griffith's book for like 5 hours straight... don't know if that's a good thing or not...
 

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