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    Will watching television help time pass faster?
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    Certainly! Many people watch television in order to help pass the time. Make sure that it is something you enjoy, however, or time will pass slower.
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    My birthday is 1 month away. How can I make the time go by faster? I don't like books, my friends are busy, and I can't go shopping. Do jigsaw puzzles help? What can I do?
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    Puzzles are good for when you're bored and have nothing else to do for a few hours, but they won't fill a whole month. Try to make a list of as many activities as you can think of, then you can just keep going down the list to keep yourself busy.
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    How can I control my excitement while I wait to go on vacation?
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    If the vacation is a while off, try planning out what you would want to do. This can help you get a clearer head and feel calmer about the experience. Talk to someone close to you or write in a journal. You could even draw about how excited you are. If the vacation is happening soon, you could do these same things, just more often. Stress can also build with excitement, so frequent stress-relieving activities can help. These could range from getting some physical activity in daily to using a stress ball, to simply drinking herbal tea.
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    I can't help but want to be a teen, how can I make time go by quicker?
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    You only have so much time as a kid. Don't waste it wishing to be older. Try to remember all the cool aspects of being a kid. When you're a teen you'll probably have to get a job and your classes will be a lot harder and you'll be stressed out a lot of the time. Enjoy your freedom!
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    How can I make one day go by a little faster without being too fast?
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    Do things that you enjoy like watching TV or playing with friends. You could also go outside and enjoy the fresh air, etc.
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    How can I make Christmas come quickly when it's a week away?
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    Watch as many movies and YouTube videos as you want, or read a book you haven't read In a while. You could also have a mini dance party with your earphones in or make some Christmas crafts. Sometimes, though, you just have to wait.
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    What if I can't use electronics, such as watching TV, playing games on my phone, or using the computer?
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    Try reading a book or doing some craft activities. If it's a longer wait, try some outdoor activities, like a sport or other games.
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    How do I make time fly by while I'm waiting for my Mother, which is in four in a half hours?
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    It depends where you are. If you're at home, then watch TV or read a book, cook something, etc. If you're at her workplace, do your homework, write, talk to people there. If you need company, ask her to arrange for you to remain at a friend's house until she is able to collect you.
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    How can I keep myself occupied while waiting for my friend to arrive?
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    Try not to think about all the fun stuff you'll e doing with your friend when they arrive. This will make you anticipate their visit all the more, and in turn make the wait time seem even longer. Instead, try occupying your mind with other things, such as playing games on your phone or tablet, reading a book, watching a cartoon, or drawing something.
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    It is the day before my birthday and I am really bored. I wish time would just pass so I could go to bed.
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    Hang out with a friend. Tell your friend that you're birthday is coming up and you're so excited. They will help you to take your mind off the impatience and do some fun things to pass the time.
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    I'm getting a new phone in 5 months. How can I make time go by faster?
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    Don't think about the phone. Thinking about it will make you want it more, and you'll get angry. Do other things instead.
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    I'm getting a new phone that arrives in 2 days. How can I stop thinking wait?
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    Try not to use technology and focus your mind on other things like going to the library, shopping, or reading.
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    How do I make time go faster when waiting for my birthday, which is in one week?
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    Try planning out your birthday. List what you want for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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    How do I pass time away at school in the play ground?
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    You could always catch up with some friends or play games with them. If your friends aren't there, or are doing something else, you could explore the playground. Maybe there is something on the playground that you don't know about.
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    How do I make time go faster in detention?
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    Before you go into your detention, make sure you bring a few things that you could use to help make time fly by. If your school allows it, bring in your phone so that you can play games, watch videos or listen to music. If your school doesn't allow phones, ask if you can bring in an iPod or other music player. You can always read a book or do some homework. You can also make time go faster by dividing your detention time into small sections and doing different things in each section.
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    I am excited about a trip tomorrow, but I have to study. What should I do?
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    Actually, studying can be a great way to pass the time if you aren't checking the clock too often.
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    How do I make a month pass by faster?
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    To make lots of time seem to go by faster, fill up your schedule with as many activities and outings as you can. Then, it seems like the time has passed faster.
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    How do I make 8 months go by fast?
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    You cannot; eight months is a fair chunk of your life and it is important to enjoy your life and not wish it away. Imagine this -- whatever it is you're waiting for to end or happen when the eight months is up will bring you to the next eight months. Do you want them to fly by too? Do you want your whole life to fly by? Practice being in the moment and being grateful for all the things you have now, such as health, food, shelter, friends, etc. And if you are going through something right now that you find hard, give yourself a break now and then to do something you enjoy.
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    What if I really can't do anything other than sit in school and pay attention?
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    Pay attention! Maybe you'll learn something.
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    How to make the time pass faster when I'm waiting for my ordered item to arrive?
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    Look up its progress on the site you ordered it from. Watch videos of others using that same item. Plan where it will go when it arrives and clean a space for it, or prepare the area for it in some way. Talk to other people about what you'll do when you get it.
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    What if I can't do anything electronic and it is late at night, but I have to wait 3 hours?
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    Since it is late at night, the best thing to do is have a quick nap so you will feel less tired and the time will pass quickly.
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    I'm excited to move. How can I make the time go faster?
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    Help your family pack things. Being busy makes time fly by quicker. Or you could also practice hobbies and do other things you like.
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    How do I pass time on a long plane ride?
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    There are some great tips in Survive a Long Plane Ride .
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    How can I make time go faster while I play the piano?
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    Focus on your practice. If you aren't focusing, you're not going to do well and practice time will seem even longer.
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    What can I do while my idol writes back?
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    Follow the steps in this article, watch a movie, text friends, read a book or maybe go for a walk or get some sleep.
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    My vacation is in a week and I can't wait. What do I do?
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    Think of what you can do when you go on vacation. Distract yourself by reading or going on electronics.
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    How do I make time go faster when I'm waiting to start a new school?
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    If you haven't already, get some last minute school supplies. Organize your supplies, pack your backpack early, or pick out what you're going to wear on the first day of school. Think about how you'll make your first impression at your new school, or some after school activities you might want to try out for. But if you want to distract yourself from school things, then you can do small time-passing activities like drawing, reading, playing video games, napping, watching TV, playing outside, hanging out with friends, etc.
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    Will cleaning help pass the time?
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    It will if you enjoy it! If you are doing a tiring activity that you do not enjoy, it can make time go slower. If you do not enjoy cleaning, you can rearrange furniture, watch an interesting documentary or TV show, play a fun game, do jigsaw puzzles or something else you enjoy.
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