Flow is the satisfying feeling of absorption we get when we’re wholly focused on an enjoyable, open-ended activity, of which we are in control but which stretches our abilities. But if our skills are greater than those needed to accomplish the activity boredom is the resul...

• Revisit past experiences, enjoy or reevaluate them.
• Rethink future plans.
• Be fully present in the moment.
• Look around and notice new details to better familiarize yourself with your environment and increase your sense of belonging.
• Challenge yourself to be ...

While boredom signifies a lack of stimulus, pauses in engagement can be of great value. Being able to appreciate this means you won’t get bored and will be able to find things of interest to think or find contentment in simply being.

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