What is your definition of boredom? Are you bored when you don't have something to physically do or is it purely mental boredom, such as a long wait in traffic or at a doctor's office. Do you require constant stimulation from outside sources, such as television, radio, computer or other devices?
Have you ever thought about giving in and allowing yourself to be bored?
I'm rarely bored because from the time I was a child I have allowed my mind to do it's own thing when I would otherwise be bored out of my head. What I'm talking about is daydreaming. As a creative person, I have always been a dreamer. Not a good idea when operating heavy equipment, but great when sitting in an office waiting room with year old copies of sports magazines.
I have always given the creative part of my brain a chance to run free when in that kind of setting. It keeps boredom at bay and allows me to come up with stories from time to time.
So the next time you are sitting in a boring place, tempted to grab your iphone, try giving in to the boredom for once. You may be surprised with the results.
Have you ever thought about giving in and allowing yourself to be bored?
I'm rarely bored because from the time I was a child I have allowed my mind to do it's own thing when I would otherwise be bored out of my head. What I'm talking about is daydreaming. As a creative person, I have always been a dreamer. Not a good idea when operating heavy equipment, but great when sitting in an office waiting room with year old copies of sports magazines.
I have always given the creative part of my brain a chance to run free when in that kind of setting. It keeps boredom at bay and allows me to come up with stories from time to time.
So the next time you are sitting in a boring place, tempted to grab your iphone, try giving in to the boredom for once. You may be surprised with the results.