How to Not Be Bored as a Teen

Although some people say boredom's more a state of mind than anything else, there are countless teens around the country who'd say otherwise. Straddling the awkward age gap between childhood and adulthood, teens often find themselves cooped up in small towns with nothing to do. If this sounds like you, check out the following tips to keep yourself from becoming completely bored.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Find a hobby. Hobbies are great because they help you pass time, explore your interests and develop your skills. Writing, painting, singing and cooking are all good examples of productive hobbies that are also fun.
2. Help out around the house. Lending a helping hand can improve your relationship with your parents and make your living space more livable.
3. Sign up for volunteer work in your community. Even small communities usually have a number of ways to get invovled, whether it be working in a homeless shelter or helping elderly folks with their chores.
4. Surf the web. Sites like YouTube and Bored.com offer hours of mind-numbing entertainment that's sure to combat your boredom.
5. Join a sports team. Exercise releases endorphins, which will boost your mood and keep the blues away. You'll also build friendships and learn to organize your time more efficiently.
6. Break each day up into chunks and assign specific activities for each slot. Nothing's more boring than one giant block of unbroken time, and improving your time management helps you get more done during the day.
7. Develop a satisfying balance of work and play in your life. Watching TV is relaxing, but it will soon get old if you aren't getting anything else done.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't participate in illegal activities just because you don't have anything else to do.