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If time truly does fly when you’re having fun, it seems to screech to a grinding halt during life’s less fun moments, like school and work. How are you supposed to make it through a long, boring day without completely pulling your hair out? Not to worry—you’ve come to the right article. We’ve put together plenty of easy tips and tricks that will help speed up your internal clock. Looking for ways to kill some free time? Scroll to the bottom half of the article for some fun, leisurely suggestions to stop your boredom in its tracks.
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- QuestionHow can I make time go by faster when I'm waiting for my flight?Paul Chernyak, LPCPaul Chernyak is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Chicago. He graduated from the American School of Professional Psychology in 2011.
Licensed Professional CounselorBring something to the airport to entertain yourself with while you wait for your flight. Listen to music on your phone or bring a good book with you to pass the time. - QuestionI stay at home all day to take care of my 5 month old daughter, which can sometimes be boring. What can I do to pass the time?Paul Chernyak, LPCPaul Chernyak is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Chicago. He graduated from the American School of Professional Psychology in 2011.
Licensed Professional CounselorConsider making friends with other new parents in your area and getting together for "play dates" to get out of the house and enjoy passing the time. You may also consider taking walks somewhere outdoors, like a park, while pushing your daughter in a stroller. - QuestionI'm waiting to go to my friend's house, and I have nothing to do. I have at least six hours before I go, what should I do to make time go faster?Community AnswerWatch TV, read a book, imagine what it will be like once you get to her house, go outside and enjoy nature, play with pets/siblings/parents, search the web for cool games, play solitaire, listen to music, grab a snack, or do anything else that sounds cool to you. Those are just some ideas to get you started.
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- A power nap can be a handy way to pass a small chunk of time relatively quickly. Plus, it can help you feel more alert and productive![15]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/332290
- ↑ https://www.fastcompany.com/3064113/how-to-trick-your-brain-to-slow-down-time
- ↑ https://news.uga.edu/break-large-tasks-down-into-smaller-more-manageable-pieces/
- ↑ https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/379309
- ↑ https://www.inc.com/scott-mautz/science-says-you-get-astonishing-productivity-boosts-by-listening-to-music-just-follow-these-6-rules.html
- ↑ https://www.calm.com/blog/how-to-be-more-present
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cutting-edge-leadership/201212/why-time-flies-you-age
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6042233/
- ↑ https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/01/covid19-coronavirus-lockdown-time/
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2018/oct/13/mental-exercises-to-keep-your-brain-sharp
- ↑ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/reading-books-a-great-way-to-pass-the-time/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happy-trails/201509/six-reasons-get-hobby
- ↑ https://iajw.org/how-to-journal-complete-guide/#journaling-benefits
- ↑ Sydney Axelrod. Certified Life Coach. Expert Interview. 30 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-hygiene/napping
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To make time go by faster, try playing a fun game on your phone or computer. You can also tear a sheet of paper out of a notebook and make origami or a paper football with it. If you're not a fan of origami, try doodling cartoons or abstract shapes on a piece of paper instead. Or, you can write a short poem about something interesting in your life to help make time go by faster. Reading a book or listening to an audiobook is also a great way to pass the time. To learn how to make time go by faster by relaxing, read on!
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