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What should I do right now for fun?

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Well, how about using your creativity? Try painting, drawing, rearranging stuff around the house!

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How do you know what I should do with my life?

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Think about what you want the next year of your life to look like. Don't try to predict it, but simply think about what you want. Then, start taking action in alignment with those goals.

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What to do when you're bored but don't want to do anything?

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Well, if you don't want to do anything, how about doing that one task you've been avoiding lately? Maybe now is the time to get it out of your to-do list.

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What else can I do?

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Google "I'm bored." If you don't have access to WiFi, ask Siri to tell you a story. Or take up a hobby. You can answer wikiHow questions, or try to learn a new language.

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What can I do when I am sick and bored?

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Try to take it easy; do things that don't require a lot of energy, such as reading a book, drawing a picture, or watching TV. You can also try taking a walk, as the fresh air might be good for you.

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What can I do if I am home alone, doing all the chores all the time?

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Make your chores more fun. Try to create a game of some sort, and then play it with yourself, or even bring in an imaginary friend to help you out!

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Can I start making a channel?

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Yes, making a YouTube channel is a good way to beat boredom and have fun.

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What if your parents don't let you get out of the house and you can't invite your friends either?

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Cell phones and the internet offer a variety of ways to communicate and have fun with your friends, even if you can't see them in person. Try downloading a game that allows everyone to participate.

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What can I do with a guinea pig that's good for both of us?

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You can try playing or exercising with your guinea pig.

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What do you do when your parents won't let you use the internet?

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You can read a book, go outside, watch television, and hang out with friends. There are plenty of fun things to do without the Internet.

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What should I do if I don't like to draw, write, go for walks, don't like video games, and have no friends?

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You must like something. Try to do what you like. Or explore different hobbies until you find something you like. Find music to listen to, movies or shows to watch, books or websites to read, sports or activities to try, or a subject/skill to get interested in and learn in-depth.

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Can I do two of the suggested things at once and have fun?

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Sure, if you're able to. Whatever works for you.

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What should I do when I want to relax in bed but I want my bed to stay clean?

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You could do relaxing things that won't make a mess, or you can make a mess and just clean it up afterwards!

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What can I do to have fun when the electricity is out?

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Light a candle and use it to read a book, draw, color, etc. You can also just take a nap, or if it's daytime, try to find something to do outside.

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What if I hate doing everything imaginable?

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Then be bored. Or get yourself some help for your depression.

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Is cleaning fun?

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Some people find cleaning fun. Even if you don't actually like doing the cleaning itself, it's great to have a nice clean, organized room where you can just relax.

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