I remember some employees telling me that they were bored. That only happened once. I FOUND things for them to do…and they didn’t like it (they were hoping to be sent home early).
I still remember a comic strip (though I don’t remember the name of it) where a farm kid told his dad that there was nothing to do and that he was bored. So, Dad got him doing chores – pulling weeds from the garden and whatever all else he had to do. In the last panel, it was night and the kid was in bed, saying to himself that he had just learned one thing that you should never say on a farm.
Believe it or not, boredom can be a good thing. Here are some positive things I found online:
1. Enhanced creativity: Boredom can stimulate the mind to wander and explore new ideas, potentially leading to innovative solutions and creative projects16. Studies have demonstrated that people who experience boredom before engaging in creative tasks tend to perform better than those who don’t.
2. Increased self-awareness: Periods of boredom provide opportunities for introspection, allowing individuals to reflect on personal goals, desires, and behaviors1. This self-reflection can lead to a better understanding of oneself and more informed life decisions.
3. Improved problem-solving skills: Boredom can motivate individuals to seek out new challenges and experiences, which can help develop problem-solving abilities and adaptability.
4. Better mental health: Taking breaks from constant stimulation can allow the mind to rest, reducing stress and preventing burnout1. This mental downtime is crucial for maintaining overall psychological well-being.
5. Goal reassessment and autobiographical planning: Boredom can prompt individuals to think about their current situation and future aspirations, leading to more meaningful life choices and personal growth.
6. Development of important life skills: For children, boredom can help build tolerance for less-than-ideal experiences and develop planning strategies, flexibility, and organizational skills.
7. Increased altruism: Some studies suggest that boredom can lead to more altruistic behaviors, as individuals seek meaningful activities to alleviate their boredom.
Next time you’re feeling bored, don’t just sit around and mope about it, but rejoice in your boredom because of all the good things that can come out of it.
ʲᔆ about 6 hours ago
you need to learn these things, Nelson, if you wanna find a good husband some day
Concretionist about 5 hours ago
Old people have a very strange sense of what’s exciting and fun.
Kwen about 5 hours ago
Feather duster? Muffin leaping from the shadows in 3, 2, 1…
Blu Bunny about 5 hours ago
Next time, you’ll remember to say “I’m bored” to Earl and not Opal.
carlsonbob about 5 hours ago
I remember some employees telling me that they were bored. That only happened once. I FOUND things for them to do…and they didn’t like it (they were hoping to be sent home early).
Rhetorical_Question about 5 hours ago
Never be bored?
laughingkitty about 4 hours ago
I still remember a comic strip (though I don’t remember the name of it) where a farm kid told his dad that there was nothing to do and that he was bored. So, Dad got him doing chores – pulling weeds from the garden and whatever all else he had to do. In the last panel, it was night and the kid was in bed, saying to himself that he had just learned one thing that you should never say on a farm.
iggyman about 3 hours ago
Bad choice of words, Nelson!
Walrus Gumbo Premium Member about 3 hours ago
As a child you never tell your parents that you’re bored. You just volunteered for work!
Purple People Eater about 2 hours ago
Believe it or not, boredom can be a good thing. Here are some positive things I found online:
1. Enhanced creativity: Boredom can stimulate the mind to wander and explore new ideas, potentially leading to innovative solutions and creative projects16. Studies have demonstrated that people who experience boredom before engaging in creative tasks tend to perform better than those who don’t.
2. Increased self-awareness: Periods of boredom provide opportunities for introspection, allowing individuals to reflect on personal goals, desires, and behaviors1. This self-reflection can lead to a better understanding of oneself and more informed life decisions.
3. Improved problem-solving skills: Boredom can motivate individuals to seek out new challenges and experiences, which can help develop problem-solving abilities and adaptability.
4. Better mental health: Taking breaks from constant stimulation can allow the mind to rest, reducing stress and preventing burnout1. This mental downtime is crucial for maintaining overall psychological well-being.
5. Goal reassessment and autobiographical planning: Boredom can prompt individuals to think about their current situation and future aspirations, leading to more meaningful life choices and personal growth.
6. Development of important life skills: For children, boredom can help build tolerance for less-than-ideal experiences and develop planning strategies, flexibility, and organizational skills.
7. Increased altruism: Some studies suggest that boredom can lead to more altruistic behaviors, as individuals seek meaningful activities to alleviate their boredom.
Next time you’re feeling bored, don’t just sit around and mope about it, but rejoice in your boredom because of all the good things that can come out of it.
win.45mag about 1 hour ago
Idle hands are the devils toys !!~!
jmworacle about 1 hour ago
Walked into that one.
LawrenceS about 1 hour ago
Nelson is learning a very, very important lesson. Don’t tell your grandma you feel bored.
ilikai 44 minutes ago
She will never get Grandma of the year.
Ned Snipes 10 minutes ago
Lesson learned.