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Calculated Shard: 62 (from laksa188)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa062.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/g31703166/things-to-do-when-bored/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/g31703166/things-to-do-when-bored/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/g31703166\/things-to-do-when-bored\/","crawl_time":1776277980,"first_indexed_time":1616714537,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,oprahdaily!www,\/life\/health\/g31703166\/things-to-do-when-bored\/ s443","src_root_hash":"3856183050136461862","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Don't Know What to Do When You're Bored? Here's 40 Activity Ideas","meta_descriptions":["These creative and (mostly) free ideas for things to do will help keep you entertained when you're feeling fed up."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"1\nCreate a Vision Board\ntrinetuzun\n\/\/\nGetty Images\n2\nSing Your Heart Out\nyellowpicturestudio\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nSince you might not be visiting any karaoke bars for the foreseeable future, download Smule instead. This interactive app lets you sing live karaoke with friends around the world, complete with audio effects and visual features.\nGET THE APP\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n3\nHost a Virtual \"Netflix Party\" with Your Friends\nCostinT\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nWhether you make it your goal to screen a bunch of\nOscar-nominated\nmovies or check off several\noriginal flicks on Netflix\n, one thing's for sure: You won't be bored for long. To invite friends over without leaving the comfort of your own houses, queue up\nNetflix Party\n, which lets friends and family stream and chat with each other in real time.\nDo quotes, advice, and writing exercises straight from Lady O sound good to you? We thought so! This is weekly planner also has ample space for journaling, and features weekly intentions.\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n5\nWrite in Your Journal\nKim Grosz\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nTo help you feel good in times of stress and anxiety, calm your mind by jotting your feelings down in\na quality journal\n. A\nHarvard study\nfound putting your thoughts on paper could help you better cope with the emotional fallout of stressful and traumatic events.\nSHOP JOURNAL\n6\nHave a Crafternoon\n© eleonora galli\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n7\nTackle Your Spring Cleaning\njlipko\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nWhether you start with a series of mini projects or the whole house from top to bottom, a little\nspring cleaning\nis a great way to spend time and is something many people find cathartic.\n8\nLearn a New Skill on YouTube\nA&Me\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nStimulate yourself by learning a new skill. No matter what you want to try—knitting, dancing, or cooking—chances are there's a\nYouTube\nvideo for that.\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n9\nToss Expired Makeup\ngolibtolibov\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nBeauty products—that is, lotions,\nmakeup brushes\n, soaps, and other cosmetics—expire after anywhere from six months to a few years, based on product and usage. When organizing, follow this rule of thumb: If it looks, smells, or feels weird, toss it. And maybe use this time to invest in a\nnew makeup or cosmetic case\nto help you stay organized.\n10\nClean Out Pantry Items\nFuse\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nThere are plenty of pantry staples that last for years on end, but others—like canned goods and spices—do need to be replaced periodically. Do a pass through your pantry and toss anything that's expired. Make a mental note to use anything with looming expiration dates.\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n11\nStream a Free Concert from Your Favorite Artist\nKinga Krzeminska\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nEven though we're now well into this pandemic, you can still stream a variety of movies and live events that have been put online. Personally, we couldn't get enough of the\nAdele One Night Only\nconcert special and interview last year, hosted by Lady O herself.\n12\nDo a Puzzle\nLaura Carrasquilla \/ EyeEm\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n13\nTake Your Book Club Online\nTetra Images\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nOne of the easiest ways to fight boredom is to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. But if you miss your book club, consider hosting an event online. Apps like\nZoom\nmake it easy to turn your typical wine and cheese gathering into a digital experience with your friends (and we have plenty of\nquestions\nto help you keep the conversation going).\n14\nTry a YouTube Beauty Tutorial\nenergyy\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nBeach waves\n, for example, suit just about every cut—from bobs to long tresses—but it's definitely a skill that takes a while to master. Why not use your free time to perfect the technique?\nSHOP CURLING IRON\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n15\nGive Yourself a Manicure or a Pedicure\nDigital Vision.\n\/\/\nGetty Images\n16\nDecompress With an Adult Coloring Book\nPakorn Kumruen \/ EyeEm\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n17\nWrite a Letter to Your Future Self\nMorten Falch Sortland\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nBored, but have a lot on your mind? Write a quick letter to yourself. It'll serve as a special keepsake to offer you unique perspective when you need it later.\nSHOP PERSONALIZED STATIONERY\n18\nOr Write Someone Else a Letter\nJasenka Arbanas\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nOr, for more immediate satisfaction, make someone's day by surprising them with a piece of snail mail.\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n19\nStream a Workout\nthianchai sitthikongsak\n\/\/\nGetty Images\n20\nTry a New Recipe\nAnjelika Gretskaia\n\/\/\nGetty Images\nDust off those\ncookbooks\n(or jump on the internet) and pick out a new-to-you dish or cuisine. Or, if you like to follow a plant-based diet, consider trying\nOprah's 30-Day meal plan\nfor a recent challenge she did.\nBrigitt is a\nwriter, editor and craft stylist\nwith nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more.\nJane Burnett is an Assistant Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes a variety of lifestyle content for the editorial team. She's a journalist with a pop culture sweet tooth—when she isn't catching up on celebrity news, she's usually listening to a podcast! Jane was previously an on-air reporter in local news, and worked at Thrive Global, Ladders News, and Reuters. She also interned at CNBC through the Emma Bowen Foundation, and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). ","attrs_markdown":"[![Search](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/search.f1c199c.svg)Search](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/search\/)\n\n![Close](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/close.38e3324.svg)\n***\n- [Newsletter](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/email\/oprahdaily-newsletter)\n- [Subscribe](https:\/\/membership.oprahdaily.com\/oprah-daily-insider-membership-all-access-3499.html?cds_tracking_code=oprpanelnav)\n- [Oprah Daily Insiders](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/oprah-insider\/)\n- [My Bookmarks](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/my-stuff\/)\n- [Oprah's Favorite Things](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/oprah-favorite-things\/)\n- [Intentions](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/oprah-intention-videos\/)\n- [O-Ward 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[40 Fun Things to Do When You’re Bored](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/g31703166\/things-to-do-when-bored\/)\n# 40 Fun Things to Do When You’re Bored\nGet inspired and get busy.\n\nBy [Brigitt Earley](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/author\/221649\/brigitt-earley\/ \"Brigitt Earley\"), [Jane Burnett](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/author\/242824\/jane-burnett\/ \"Jane Burnett\")\n\nUpdated: May 25, 2022 3:10 PM EDT\n\n![bookmarks](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/saved.ad81f1a.svg?primary=%2523000000)\n\n![Open share options](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/social\/sharing.89c15b8.svg)\n\n![pug's head leaning on tabletop](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/gettyimages-681908071-1584649575.jpg?crop=1.00xw:0.757xh;0,0.0938xh&resize=640:*)\n\nWestend61\n\nOur editors handpick the products that we feature. We may earn commission from the links on this page.\n\nWhether you're away from friends and family members or just happen to have a lot of free time on your hands, it's natural for boredom to hit. After all, you can only browse social media so many times. And the [new and popular Netflix offerings](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/a39765813\/oprah-viola-davis-netflix-special-exclusive-clip\/) in your queue? They eventually end, too. So what can you do when a case of serious cabin fever and fed-up feelings strike? Get creative. Instead of going through your usual stay-at-home activities, like reading a new book, think about going outside your comfort zone by writing a letter to your future self or tackling your first DIY project. That's not all—below, we have a list of (mostly) free things you can do when you find yourself bored to tears, so that you can maintain some semblance of your sanity and keep yourself occupied.\n\nIf you're looking for something to pass the time yourself or are the parent or guardian of bored and uninspired kids and teens, we have some great solutions to keep you and them entertained. And who knows? The kids may even love some of the options we've rounded up here, like trying a TikTok dance challenge, facing off during a family game night, or enjoying an indoor picnic. There are more ways than one to help kick boredom to the curb than you might think. So please read on to find enjoyable things to while away those hours.\n\n1\n\n## Create a Vision Board\n![Mood board collage in nature summer style made of teared waste recycling paper results in art](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/mood-board-collage-in-nature-summer-style-made-of-royalty-free-image-1584474527.jpg?crop=0.463xw:1.00xh;0.0225xw,0)\n\ntrinetuzun\/\/Getty Images\n\nLooking for a way to hold yourself accountable during this unpredictable season? No matter what your goals are—[improving your relationship](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/relationships-love\/a64376094\/rekindle-relationship-tips\/) or to simply [safeguard your mental health](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a61611307\/best-self-care-tips\/)—creating a [vision board](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/a38665432\/how-to-vision-board-live-workshop\/) can help you feel more centered (and pass lots of time at home). If you're unfamiliar, here are some [useful tips to help you get started](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/a29959841\/how-to-make-a-vision-board\/).\n\n2\n\n## Sing Your Heart Out\n![woman listening music singing drinking beer](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/woman-listening-music-singing-drinking-beer-royalty-free-image-1584471907.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nyellowpicturestudio\/\/Getty Images\n\nSince you might not be visiting any karaoke bars for the foreseeable future, download Smule instead. This interactive app lets you sing live karaoke with friends around the world, complete with audio effects and visual features.\n\n[GET THE APP](https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?id=74968X1583755&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fsmule-the-social-singing-app%2Fid509993510)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n3\n\n## Host a Virtual \"Netflix Party\" with Your Friends\n![Movie night.Popcorn remote and television.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/movie-night-popcorn-remote-and-television-royalty-free-image-1584468880.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nCostinT\/\/Getty Images\n\nWhether you make it your goal to screen a bunch of [Oscar-nominated](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/a39560637\/oscars-2022-historic-moments\/) movies or check off several [original flicks on Netflix](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/g30503899\/best-new-netflix-original-movies-2020\/), one thing's for sure: You won't be bored for long. To invite friends over without leaving the comfort of your own houses, queue up [Netflix Party](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/a31711129\/how-to-use-netflix-party-browser-extension\/), which lets friends and family stream and chat with each other in real time.\n\n4\n\n[Oprah's The Life You Want™ Planner](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\n[![Oprah's The Life You Want™ Planner](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/vader-prod.s3.amazonaws.com\/1653342672-oprah-s-the-life-you-wantt-planner-39476.jpg?crop=0.800xw:1xh;center,top&resize=980:*)](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\n[\\$30Amazon](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\nDo quotes, advice, and writing exercises straight from Lady O sound good to you? We thought so! This is weekly planner also has ample space for journaling, and features weekly intentions.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n5\n\n## Write in Your Journal\n![hands writing in a notebook](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/hands-writing-in-a-notebook-royalty-free-image-1584468804.jpg?crop=0.974xw:1.00xh;0,0)\n\nKim Grosz\/\/Getty Images\n\nTo help you feel good in times of stress and anxiety, calm your mind by jotting your feelings down in [a quality journal](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g27310718\/best-journals-for-writing\/). A [Harvard study](https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/healthbeat\/writing-about-emotions-may-ease-stress-and-trauma) found putting your thoughts on paper could help you better cope with the emotional fallout of stressful and traumatic events.\n\n[SHOP JOURNAL](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00HAPOME8?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.g.27310718%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C)\n\n6\n\n## Have a Crafternoon\n![DIY items](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/items-royalty-free-image-1584475119.jpg?crop=0.846xw:1.00xh;0.0328xw,0)\n\n© eleonora galli\/\/Getty Images\n\nMake a [DIY candle](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/a27540576\/diy-homemade-candles\/), [whip up your own beauty products](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/a29799438\/how-to-do-facial-at-home\/), or decorate for the season in one afternoon dedicated to craft-making.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n7\n\n## Tackle Your Spring Cleaning\n![Women's hands wearing pink latex gloves for cleaning](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/womens-hands-wearing-pink-latex-gloves-for-cleaning-royalty-free-image-1584466944.jpg?crop=0.80903xw:1xh;center,top)\n\njlipko\/\/Getty Images\n\nWhether you start with a series of mini projects or the whole house from top to bottom, a little [spring cleaning](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g26432017\/spring-cleaning-tips\/) is a great way to spend time and is something many people find cathartic.\n\n8\n\n## Learn a New Skill on YouTube\n![Woman knitting, close-up](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/woman-knitting-close-up-royalty-free-image-1584474798.jpg?crop=0.99976xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nA\\&Me\/\/Getty Images\n\nStimulate yourself by learning a new skill. No matter what you want to try—knitting, dancing, or cooking—chances are there's a [YouTube](http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/) video for that.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n9\n\n## Toss Expired Makeup\n![Women's Cosmetic Bag](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/womens-cosmetic-bag-royalty-free-image-1584468513.jpg?crop=0.99988xw:1xh;center,top)\n\ngolibtolibov\/\/Getty Images\n\nBeauty products—that is, lotions, [makeup brushes](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/skin-makeup\/a22736070\/how-to-clean-makeup-brushes\/), soaps, and other cosmetics—expire after anywhere from six months to a few years, based on product and usage. When organizing, follow this rule of thumb: If it looks, smells, or feels weird, toss it. And maybe use this time to invest in a [new makeup or cosmetic case](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/style\/g26822914\/best-makeup-bags\/) to help you stay organized.\n\n10\n\n## Clean Out Pantry Items\n![Pantry Cabinet Stocked with Spices and Condiments](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/pantry-cabinet-stocked-with-spices-and-condiments-royalty-free-image-1584468621.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nFuse\/\/Getty Images\n\nThere are plenty of pantry staples that last for years on end, but others—like canned goods and spices—do need to be replaced periodically. Do a pass through your pantry and toss anything that's expired. Make a mental note to use anything with looming expiration dates.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n11\n\n## Stream a Free Concert from Your Favorite Artist\n![Remote control](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/remote-control-royalty-free-image-1584470176.jpg?crop=0.98066xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nKinga Krzeminska\/\/Getty Images\n\nEven though we're now well into this pandemic, you can still stream a variety of movies and live events that have been put online. Personally, we couldn't get enough of the [*Adele One Night Only*](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/a38278186\/oprah-adele-behind-the-scenes\/) concert special and interview last year, hosted by Lady O herself.\n\n12\n\n## Do a Puzzle\n![High Angle View Of Jigsaw Puzzle On Table](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/high-angle-view-of-jigsaw-puzzle-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469022.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0,0)\n\nLaura Carrasquilla \/ EyeEm\/\/Getty Images\n\nPuzzles are not only stimulating but there's also [evidence](https:\/\/www.udel.edu\/udaily\/2019\/may\/morris-library-reference-room-puzzles-stress-relief\/) that they provide stress relief. Try your hand at a [jigsaw puzzle](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g31448484\/best-puzzles-for-adults\/) or a challenging [online crossword](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g31551217\/best-crossword-puzzles\/).\n\n[SHOP PUZZLE](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Buffalo-Games-Collection-Hummingbird-Garden\/dp\/B01I95LQDM\/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=puzzles&qid=1653424231&refinements=p_72%3A1248963011&rnid=1248961011&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-7&tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n13\n\n## Take Your Book Club Online\n![Coffee and book on table](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/coffee-and-book-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469831.jpg?crop=0.9303xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nTetra Images\/\/Getty Images\n\nOne of the easiest ways to fight boredom is to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. But if you miss your book club, consider hosting an event online. Apps like [Zoom](https:\/\/zoom.us\/ent?zcid=2582) make it easy to turn your typical wine and cheese gathering into a digital experience with your friends (and we have plenty of [questions](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/a31047508\/book-club-questions\/) to help you keep the conversation going).\n\n14\n\n## Try a YouTube Beauty Tutorial\n![Curling Iron](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/curling-iron-royalty-free-image-1584468741.jpg?crop=0.674xw:1.00xh;0.200xw,0)\n\nenergyy\/\/Getty Images\n\n[Beach waves](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/hair\/a31116506\/how-to-get-beach-waves\/), for example, suit just about every cut—from bobs to long tresses—but it's definitely a skill that takes a while to master. Why not use your free time to perfect the technique?\n\n[SHOP CURLING IRON](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00TK13IWW?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.a.31116506%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n15\n\n## Give Yourself a Manicure or a Pedicure\n![Close-up of a Woman Painting Toenails With Nail Polish](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/close-up-of-a-woman-painting-toenails-with-nail-royalty-free-image-1584470862.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0.0259xw,0)\n\nDigital Vision.\/\/Getty Images\n\nLearn how to give yourself an [at-home manicure](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/skin-makeup\/a27663157\/manicure-at-home-tips\/)—and, if you're feeling really brave, try your hand at some of the [trendiest spring colors](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/skin-makeup\/g25849905\/best-spring-nail-colors\/) right now.\n\n[SHOP GEL MANICURE KIT](https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/deeplink?id=SyrN4SGJMyU&mid=2417&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fgel-lab-pro-P399326%3Fom_mmc%3Daff-linkshare-redirect-tv2R4u9rImY%26c3ch%3DLinkshare%26c3nid%3Dtv2R4u9rImY%26affid%3Dtv2R4u9rImY-QMCibld7telTO062Pa1uaw%26ranEAID%3Dtv2R4u9rImY%26ranMID%3D2417%26ranSiteID%3Dtv2R4u9rImY-QMCibld7telTO062Pa1uaw%26ranLinkID%3D10-1%26browserdefault%3Dtrue&u1=omg|xid:{xid})\n\n16\n\n## Decompress With an Adult Coloring Book\n![High Angle View Of Multi Colored Pencils Against White Background](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/high-angle-view-of-multi-colored-pencils-against-royalty-free-image-1584470241.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nPakorn Kumruen \/ EyeEm\/\/Getty Images\n\nThere's plenty of [evidence](https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/modern-mentality\/201803\/are-adult-coloring-books-actually-helpful) that [adult coloring books](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g28640347\/best-adult-coloring-books\/) can help you cope with stress and anxiety, plus...have you seen those designs? They will take time to complete. Another worthy option when you're bored? This paint-by-numbers masterpiece [recommended by Oprah herself](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g29724914\/oprah-favorite-things-2019-gallery\/?slide=31).\n\n[SHOP PAINT BY NUMBERS KIT](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07YCX3T9C?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.g.26788572%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n17\n\n## Write a Letter to Your Future Self\n![Writing](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/writing-royalty-free-image-1584470945.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nMorten Falch Sortland\/\/Getty Images\n\nBored, but have a lot on your mind? Write a quick letter to yourself. It'll serve as a special keepsake to offer you unique perspective when you need it later.\n\n[SHOP PERSONALIZED STATIONERY](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Monogram-Stationary-Personalized-Stationery-Quantity\/dp\/B07B88TTJ5\/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?keywords=stationery&qid=1584495065&sr=8-14-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNjQyVFQzSTFPRVRRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ3OTE0M0RFR1k2UExNOTRUUiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTI3MTI2N0ZJRkZLSkY1WTdUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfbXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\n18\n\n## Or Write Someone Else a Letter\n![Red and pink paper hearts on the pink envelope](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/red-and-pink-paper-hearts-on-the-pink-envelope-royalty-free-image-1584472849.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nJasenka Arbanas\/\/Getty Images\n\nOr, for more immediate satisfaction, make someone's day by surprising them with a piece of snail mail.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n19\n\n## Stream a Workout\n![Young sporty woman with smart watch tying shoelaces in fitness](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/young-sporty-woman-with-smart-watch-tying-shoelaces-royalty-free-image-1584472339.jpg?crop=0.446xw:1.00xh;0.427xw,0)\n\nthianchai sitthikongsak\/\/Getty Images\n\nThere are plenty of [apps and streaming services](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/g31672490\/best-yoga-apps\/) that'll help you get your sweat on—right from the comfort of your living room. (As if you needed an other excuse to don [your comfiest yoga pants](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/style\/g28938268\/best-plus-size-yoga-pants\/).)\n\n20\n\n## Try a New Recipe\n![Baking ingredients for making strawberry cake or pie](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/baking-ingredients-for-making-strawberry-cake-or-royalty-free-image-1584472519.jpg?crop=1xw:0.9592xh;center,top)\n\nAnjelika Gretskaia\/\/Getty Images\n\nDust off those [cookbooks](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/books\/g24112504\/best-celebrity-cookbooks\/) (or jump on the internet) and pick out a new-to-you dish or cuisine. Or, if you like to follow a plant-based diet, consider trying [Oprah's 30-Day meal plan](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/food\/a29473786\/oprah-plant-based-diet-plan\/) for a recent challenge she did.\n\n![Headshot of Brigitt Earley](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/rover\/profile_photos\/7f5c1235-2d52-40da-bacb-3f31ecdcb529_1721941449.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:*)\n\n[Brigitt Earley](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/author\/221649\/brigitt-earley\/)\n\nContributing Writer\n\nBrigitt is a [writer, editor and craft stylist](http:\/\/brigittearley.com\/) with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more.\n\n![Headshot of Jane Burnett](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/rover\/profile_photos\/90e79262-662d-4c95-9b71-9a3dec8a6a35_1660236146.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:*)\n\n[Jane Burnett](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/author\/242824\/jane-burnett\/)\n\nAssistant Editor\n\nJane Burnett is an Assistant Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes a variety of lifestyle content for the editorial team. She's a journalist with a pop culture sweet tooth—when she isn't catching up on celebrity news, she's usually listening to a podcast! Jane was previously an on-air reporter in local news, and worked at Thrive Global, Ladders News, and Reuters. She also interned at CNBC through the Emma Bowen Foundation, and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).\n\nWatch Next\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n## [Wellness](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/)\n[![A woman in medical attire alongside a book cover.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/0cf8711e-8cf8-4290-b579-99410ab65907.png?crop=0.5xw:1xh;0xw,0xh&resize=360:*)This Book Will Help You Navigating Perimenopause](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70988078\/the-perimenopause-plan-book-interview\/)\n\n[![Woman getting mammogram](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/284a9436-4cf1-4cb6-8119-67ccc723ca80.jpeg?crop=0.667xw:1xh;0.183xw,0xh&resize=360:*)Women 35 and Up Eligible for AI-Powered Mammograms](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a71006267\/clairity-breast-ai-mammogram-screening\/)\n\n[![cherries. cherry background.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/cherries-cherry-background-royalty-free-image-1765552709.pjpeg?crop=0.652xw:1.00xh;0.175xw,0&resize=360:*)These Foods May Improve Your Sleep. Here's Why.](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a71005719\/foods-for-better-sleep\/)\n\n[![man enjoying morning fog on bench under tree](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/man-enjoying-morning-fog-on-bench-under-tree-royalty-free-image-1661796196.jpg?crop=0.668xw:1.00xh;0.167xw,0&resize=360:*)What Is Anticipatory Grief?](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a71005535\/what-is-anticipatory-grief-coping\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n[![mature woman in her late fifties in a white two piece swimsuit with long, white, silver grey hair hugging her knee with her eyes closed and a big smile, cropped](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/9d7e62a7-17ef-4da0-b7b0-7d4d4ac63554.jpg?crop=0.667xw:1xh;0.333xw,0xh&resize=360:*)Somatic Therapy for Painful Menopause Sex](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70883548\/somatic-therapy-painful-sex-menopause\/)\n\n[![brain model with a toggle switch labeled off](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/e650a649-0a7b-423c-9d5d-4d5b24595f68.jpg?crop=0.869xw:1.00xh;0.0689xw,0&resize=360:*)This Part of the Brain Is Killing Your Motivation](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70978321\/what-is-the-habenula-motivation\/)\n\n[![woman lying in bed with arms over her eyes](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/gettyimages-1516708424-resized-696fa7597b10b.jpg?crop=0.668xw:1.00xh;0.151xw,0&resize=360:*)The Best Way to Nap, Per Sleep Doctors](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70977966\/best-time-to-nap\/)\n\n[![Conceptual illustration of sugar cubes falling into a glass under a red umbrella.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/d67bbd77-a218-4b33-a923-9f9d350b8181.jpg?crop=0.5xw:1xh;center,top&resize=360:*)3 Simple Ways to Curb Your Sugar Cravings](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70920696\/how-to-eat-less-sugar\/)\n\n[![A visual representation of balance between emotions using smiley balls and a pen.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/66f61cd7-0c8e-439a-aed4-67253caba165.jpg?crop=0.5xw:1xh;center,top&resize=360:*)The GLP-1 Effect May Extend to Mental Health, Too](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70956026\/glp1-depression-anxiety-study\/)\n\n[![3d rendering artificial intelligence ai research of robot and cyborg development for future of people living digital data mining and machine learning technology design for computer brain](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/79c54cb3-ca60-4e6f-9679-59649a9ee015.jpg?crop=0.526xw:1xh;0.368xw,0xh&resize=360:*)Asking ChatGPT a Medical Question? Read This First](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70884895\/using-ai-for-health-questions\/)\n\n[![Puzzle pieces including a capsule and colored shapes.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/70846e46-dc0b-49a1-9586-f38863a784e2.jpg?crop=0.613333333333xw:1xh;center,top&resize=360:*)The Ingredient Missing from Your Probiotic? Proof.](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70895445\/do-probiotics-work-gut-health\/)\n\n[![A figure in a neutral-toned sweater resting on a wooden table next to a supplement bottle.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/26546427-8cce-4383-bd8d-399238ba54f1.jpg?crop=0.62099871959xw:1xh;center,top&resize=360:*)Misty Copeland Thinks Perimenopause Is ‘Amazing’](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/health\/a70929774\/misty-copeland-interview-perimenopause\/)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n[![Logo](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/oprahdaily\/static\/images\/logos\/logo.d3d061c.svg?primary=%2523D4D4D4)](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/)\n\n[![x](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/social\/x.3361b6d.svg?primary=%2523ffffff&id=social-button-icon)](https:\/\/x.com\/OprahDaily)\n\n[![facebook](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/social\/facebook.a5a3a69.svg?primary=%2523ffffff&id=social-button-icon)](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/oprahdaily\/)\n\n[![instagram](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/social\/instagram.f282b14.svg?primary=%2523ffffff&id=social-button-icon)](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/oprahdaily\/)\n\n[![pinterest](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/fre\/static\/icons\/social\/pinterest.e8cf655.svg?primary=%2523ffffff&id=social-button-icon)](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/oprahdaily\/)\n\n[About Us](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/a35906098\/oprah-daily-welcome\/)[Contact Us](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/about\/a25805954\/contact-us\/)[Subscribe](https:\/\/membership.oprahdaily.com\/oprah-daily-insider-membership-all-access-3cs-1.html?cds_tracking_code=oprfooter)[Customer Service](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/service)[Newsletter](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/newsletter)[Press Room](http:\/\/www.hearst.com\/news)[Give a Gift](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/gift-subscriptions\/)[Being Green](http:\/\/beinggreen.hearst.com\/)\n\n![Hearst Lifestyle and Design Group](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/_assets\/design-tokens\/hdm\/static\/images\/logos\/network-logo.b673d37.svg?primary=%2523ffffff)\n\nWe may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back.\n\n©2026 Oprah Daily LLC. 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This interactive app lets you sing live karaoke with friends around the world, complete with audio effects and visual features.\n\n[GET THE APP](https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?id=74968X1583755&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fsmule-the-social-singing-app%2Fid509993510)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n3\n\n## Host a Virtual \"Netflix Party\" with Your Friends\n![Movie night.Popcorn remote and television.](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/movie-night-popcorn-remote-and-television-royalty-free-image-1584468880.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nCostinT\/\/Getty Images\n\nWhether you make it your goal to screen a bunch of [Oscar-nominated](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/a39560637\/oscars-2022-historic-moments\/) movies or check off several [original flicks on Netflix](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/g30503899\/best-new-netflix-original-movies-2020\/), one thing's for sure: You won't be bored for long. To invite friends over without leaving the comfort of your own houses, queue up [Netflix Party](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/tv-movies\/a31711129\/how-to-use-netflix-party-browser-extension\/), which lets friends and family stream and chat with each other in real time.\n\n[![Oprah's The Life You Want™ Planner](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/vader-prod.s3.amazonaws.com\/1653342672-oprah-s-the-life-you-wantt-planner-39476.jpg?crop=0.800xw:1xh;center,top&resize=980:*)](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\nDo quotes, advice, and writing exercises straight from Lady O sound good to you? We thought so! This is weekly planner also has ample space for journaling, and features weekly intentions.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n5\n\n## Write in Your Journal\n![hands writing in a notebook](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/hands-writing-in-a-notebook-royalty-free-image-1584468804.jpg?crop=0.974xw:1.00xh;0,0)\n\nKim Grosz\/\/Getty Images\n\nTo help you feel good in times of stress and anxiety, calm your mind by jotting your feelings down in [a quality journal](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g27310718\/best-journals-for-writing\/). A [Harvard study](https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/healthbeat\/writing-about-emotions-may-ease-stress-and-trauma) found putting your thoughts on paper could help you better cope with the emotional fallout of stressful and traumatic events.\n\n[SHOP JOURNAL](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00HAPOME8?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.g.27310718%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C)\n\n6\n\n## Have a Crafternoon\n![DIY items](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/items-royalty-free-image-1584475119.jpg?crop=0.846xw:1.00xh;0.0328xw,0)\n\n© eleonora galli\/\/Getty Images\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n7\n\n## Tackle Your Spring Cleaning\n![Women's hands wearing pink latex gloves for cleaning](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/womens-hands-wearing-pink-latex-gloves-for-cleaning-royalty-free-image-1584466944.jpg?crop=0.80903xw:1xh;center,top)\n\njlipko\/\/Getty Images\n\nWhether you start with a series of mini projects or the whole house from top to bottom, a little [spring cleaning](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/g26432017\/spring-cleaning-tips\/) is a great way to spend time and is something many people find cathartic.\n\n8\n\n## Learn a New Skill on YouTube\n![Woman knitting, close-up](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/woman-knitting-close-up-royalty-free-image-1584474798.jpg?crop=0.99976xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nA\\&Me\/\/Getty Images\n\nStimulate yourself by learning a new skill. No matter what you want to try—knitting, dancing, or cooking—chances are there's a [YouTube](http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/) video for that.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n9\n\n## Toss Expired Makeup\n![Women's Cosmetic Bag](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/womens-cosmetic-bag-royalty-free-image-1584468513.jpg?crop=0.99988xw:1xh;center,top)\n\ngolibtolibov\/\/Getty Images\n\nBeauty products—that is, lotions, [makeup brushes](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/skin-makeup\/a22736070\/how-to-clean-makeup-brushes\/), soaps, and other cosmetics—expire after anywhere from six months to a few years, based on product and usage. When organizing, follow this rule of thumb: If it looks, smells, or feels weird, toss it. And maybe use this time to invest in a [new makeup or cosmetic case](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/style\/g26822914\/best-makeup-bags\/) to help you stay organized.\n\n10\n\n## Clean Out Pantry Items\n![Pantry Cabinet Stocked with Spices and Condiments](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/pantry-cabinet-stocked-with-spices-and-condiments-royalty-free-image-1584468621.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nFuse\/\/Getty Images\n\nThere are plenty of pantry staples that last for years on end, but others—like canned goods and spices—do need to be replaced periodically. Do a pass through your pantry and toss anything that's expired. Make a mental note to use anything with looming expiration dates.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n11\n\n## Stream a Free Concert from Your Favorite Artist\n![Remote control](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/remote-control-royalty-free-image-1584470176.jpg?crop=0.98066xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nKinga Krzeminska\/\/Getty Images\n\nEven though we're now well into this pandemic, you can still stream a variety of movies and live events that have been put online. Personally, we couldn't get enough of the [*Adele One Night Only*](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/a38278186\/oprah-adele-behind-the-scenes\/) concert special and interview last year, hosted by Lady O herself.\n\n12\n\n## Do a Puzzle\n![High Angle View Of Jigsaw Puzzle On Table](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/high-angle-view-of-jigsaw-puzzle-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469022.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0,0)\n\nLaura Carrasquilla \/ EyeEm\/\/Getty Images\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n13\n\n## Take Your Book Club Online\n![Coffee and book on table](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/coffee-and-book-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469831.jpg?crop=0.9303xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nTetra Images\/\/Getty Images\n\nOne of the easiest ways to fight boredom is to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. But if you miss your book club, consider hosting an event online. Apps like [Zoom](https:\/\/zoom.us\/ent?zcid=2582) make it easy to turn your typical wine and cheese gathering into a digital experience with your friends (and we have plenty of [questions](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/a31047508\/book-club-questions\/) to help you keep the conversation going).\n\n14\n\n## Try a YouTube Beauty Tutorial\n![Curling Iron](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/curling-iron-royalty-free-image-1584468741.jpg?crop=0.674xw:1.00xh;0.200xw,0)\n\nenergyy\/\/Getty Images\n\n[Beach waves](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/beauty\/hair\/a31116506\/how-to-get-beach-waves\/), for example, suit just about every cut—from bobs to long tresses—but it's definitely a skill that takes a while to master. Why not use your free time to perfect the technique?\n\n[SHOP CURLING IRON](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00TK13IWW?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.a.31116506%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C)\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n15\n\n## Give Yourself a Manicure or a Pedicure\n![Close-up of a Woman Painting Toenails With Nail Polish](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/close-up-of-a-woman-painting-toenails-with-nail-royalty-free-image-1584470862.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0.0259xw,0)\n\nDigital Vision.\/\/Getty Images\n\n16\n\n## Decompress With an Adult Coloring Book\n![High Angle View Of Multi Colored Pencils Against White Background](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/high-angle-view-of-multi-colored-pencils-against-royalty-free-image-1584470241.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nPakorn Kumruen \/ EyeEm\/\/Getty Images\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n17\n\n## Write a Letter to Your Future Self\n![Writing](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/writing-royalty-free-image-1584470945.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nMorten Falch Sortland\/\/Getty Images\n\nBored, but have a lot on your mind? 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It'll serve as a special keepsake to offer you unique perspective when you need it later.\n\n[SHOP PERSONALIZED STATIONERY](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Monogram-Stationary-Personalized-Stationery-Quantity\/dp\/B07B88TTJ5\/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?keywords=stationery&qid=1584495065&sr=8-14-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNjQyVFQzSTFPRVRRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ3OTE0M0RFR1k2UExNOTRUUiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTI3MTI2N0ZJRkZLSkY1WTdUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfbXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&tag=oprah-auto-20)\n\n18\n\n## Or Write Someone Else a Letter\n![Red and pink paper hearts on the pink envelope](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/red-and-pink-paper-hearts-on-the-pink-envelope-royalty-free-image-1584472849.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top)\n\nJasenka Arbanas\/\/Getty Images\n\nOr, for more immediate satisfaction, make someone's day by surprising them with a piece of snail mail.\n\nAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below\n\n19\n\n## Stream a Workout\n![Young sporty woman with smart watch tying shoelaces in fitness](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/young-sporty-woman-with-smart-watch-tying-shoelaces-royalty-free-image-1584472339.jpg?crop=0.446xw:1.00xh;0.427xw,0)\n\nthianchai sitthikongsak\/\/Getty Images\n\n20\n\n## Try a New Recipe\n![Baking ingredients for making strawberry cake or pie](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/hmg-prod\/images\/baking-ingredients-for-making-strawberry-cake-or-royalty-free-image-1584472519.jpg?crop=1xw:0.9592xh;center,top)\n\nAnjelika Gretskaia\/\/Getty Images\n\nDust off those [cookbooks](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/entertainment\/books\/g24112504\/best-celebrity-cookbooks\/) (or jump on the internet) and pick out a new-to-you dish or cuisine. Or, if you like to follow a plant-based diet, consider trying [Oprah's 30-Day meal plan](https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/food\/a29473786\/oprah-plant-based-diet-plan\/) for a recent challenge she did.\n\n![Headshot of Brigitt Earley](https:\/\/hips.hearstapps.com\/rover\/profile_photos\/7f5c1235-2d52-40da-bacb-3f31ecdcb529_1721941449.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:*)\n\nBrigitt is a [writer, editor and craft stylist](http:\/\/brigittearley.com\/) with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. 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Boilerpipe Text	1 Create a Vision Board trinetuzun // Getty Images 2 Sing Your Heart Out yellowpicturestudio // Getty Images Since you might not be visiting any karaoke bars for the foreseeable future, download Smule instead. This interactive app lets you sing live karaoke with friends around the world, complete with audio effects and visual features. GET THE APP Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3 Host a Virtual "Netflix Party" with Your Friends CostinT // Getty Images Whether you make it your goal to screen a bunch of Oscar-nominated movies or check off several original flicks on Netflix , one thing's for sure: You won't be bored for long. To invite friends over without leaving the comfort of your own houses, queue up Netflix Party , which lets friends and family stream and chat with each other in real time. Do quotes, advice, and writing exercises straight from Lady O sound good to you? We thought so! This is weekly planner also has ample space for journaling, and features weekly intentions. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 5 Write in Your Journal Kim Grosz // Getty Images To help you feel good in times of stress and anxiety, calm your mind by jotting your feelings down in a quality journal . A Harvard study found putting your thoughts on paper could help you better cope with the emotional fallout of stressful and traumatic events. SHOP JOURNAL 6 Have a Crafternoon © eleonora galli // Getty Images Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 7 Tackle Your Spring Cleaning jlipko // Getty Images Whether you start with a series of mini projects or the whole house from top to bottom, a little spring cleaning is a great way to spend time and is something many people find cathartic. 8 Learn a New Skill on YouTube A&Me // Getty Images Stimulate yourself by learning a new skill. No matter what you want to try—knitting, dancing, or cooking—chances are there's a YouTube video for that. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 9 Toss Expired Makeup golibtolibov // Getty Images Beauty products—that is, lotions, makeup brushes , soaps, and other cosmetics—expire after anywhere from six months to a few years, based on product and usage. When organizing, follow this rule of thumb: If it looks, smells, or feels weird, toss it. And maybe use this time to invest in a new makeup or cosmetic case to help you stay organized. 10 Clean Out Pantry Items Fuse // Getty Images There are plenty of pantry staples that last for years on end, but others—like canned goods and spices—do need to be replaced periodically. Do a pass through your pantry and toss anything that's expired. Make a mental note to use anything with looming expiration dates. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 11 Stream a Free Concert from Your Favorite Artist Kinga Krzeminska // Getty Images Even though we're now well into this pandemic, you can still stream a variety of movies and live events that have been put online. Personally, we couldn't get enough of the Adele One Night Only concert special and interview last year, hosted by Lady O herself. 12 Do a Puzzle Laura Carrasquilla / EyeEm // Getty Images Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 13 Take Your Book Club Online Tetra Images // Getty Images One of the easiest ways to fight boredom is to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. But if you miss your book club, consider hosting an event online. Apps like Zoom make it easy to turn your typical wine and cheese gathering into a digital experience with your friends (and we have plenty of questions to help you keep the conversation going). 14 Try a YouTube Beauty Tutorial energyy // Getty Images Beach waves , for example, suit just about every cut—from bobs to long tresses—but it's definitely a skill that takes a while to master. Why not use your free time to perfect the technique? SHOP CURLING IRON Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 15 Give Yourself a Manicure or a Pedicure Digital Vision. // Getty Images 16 Decompress With an Adult Coloring Book Pakorn Kumruen / EyeEm // Getty Images Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 17 Write a Letter to Your Future Self Morten Falch Sortland // Getty Images Bored, but have a lot on your mind? Write a quick letter to yourself. It'll serve as a special keepsake to offer you unique perspective when you need it later. SHOP PERSONALIZED STATIONERY 18 Or Write Someone Else a Letter Jasenka Arbanas // Getty Images Or, for more immediate satisfaction, make someone's day by surprising them with a piece of snail mail. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 19 Stream a Workout thianchai sitthikongsak // Getty Images 20 Try a New Recipe Anjelika Gretskaia // Getty Images Dust off those cookbooks (or jump on the internet) and pick out a new-to-you dish or cuisine. Or, if you like to follow a plant-based diet, consider trying Oprah's 30-Day meal plan for a recent challenge she did. Brigitt is a writer, editor and craft stylist with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more. Jane Burnett is an Assistant Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes a variety of lifestyle content for the editorial team. She's a journalist with a pop culture sweet tooth—when she isn't catching up on celebrity news, she's usually listening to a podcast! Jane was previously an on-air reporter in local news, and worked at Thrive Global, Ladders News, and Reuters. She also interned at CNBC through the Emma Bowen Foundation, and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).
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We may earn commission from the links on this page. Whether you're away from friends and family members or just happen to have a lot of free time on your hands, it's natural for boredom to hit. After all, you can only browse social media so many times. And the [new and popular Netflix offerings](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a39765813/oprah-viola-davis-netflix-special-exclusive-clip/) in your queue? They eventually end, too. So what can you do when a case of serious cabin fever and fed-up feelings strike? Get creative. Instead of going through your usual stay-at-home activities, like reading a new book, think about going outside your comfort zone by writing a letter to your future self or tackling your first DIY project. That's not all—below, we have a list of (mostly) free things you can do when you find yourself bored to tears, so that you can maintain some semblance of your sanity and keep yourself occupied. If you're looking for something to pass the time yourself or are the parent or guardian of bored and uninspired kids and teens, we have some great solutions to keep you and them entertained. And who knows? The kids may even love some of the options we've rounded up here, like trying a TikTok dance challenge, facing off during a family game night, or enjoying an indoor picnic. There are more ways than one to help kick boredom to the curb than you might think. So please read on to find enjoyable things to while away those hours. 1 ## Create a Vision Board ![Mood board collage in nature summer style made of teared waste recycling paper results in art](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/mood-board-collage-in-nature-summer-style-made-of-royalty-free-image-1584474527.jpg?crop=0.463xw:1.00xh;0.0225xw,0) trinetuzun//Getty Images Looking for a way to hold yourself accountable during this unpredictable season? No matter what your goals are—[improving your relationship](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/relationships-love/a64376094/rekindle-relationship-tips/) or to simply [safeguard your mental health](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/a61611307/best-self-care-tips/)—creating a [vision board](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a38665432/how-to-vision-board-live-workshop/) can help you feel more centered (and pass lots of time at home). If you're unfamiliar, here are some [useful tips to help you get started](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a29959841/how-to-make-a-vision-board/). 2 ## Sing Your Heart Out ![woman listening music singing drinking beer](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/woman-listening-music-singing-drinking-beer-royalty-free-image-1584471907.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) yellowpicturestudio//Getty Images Since you might not be visiting any karaoke bars for the foreseeable future, download Smule instead. This interactive app lets you sing live karaoke with friends around the world, complete with audio effects and visual features. [GET THE APP](https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=74968X1583755&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fsmule-the-social-singing-app%2Fid509993510) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3 ## Host a Virtual "Netflix Party" with Your Friends ![Movie night.Popcorn remote and television.](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/movie-night-popcorn-remote-and-television-royalty-free-image-1584468880.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) CostinT//Getty Images Whether you make it your goal to screen a bunch of [Oscar-nominated](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a39560637/oscars-2022-historic-moments/) movies or check off several [original flicks on Netflix](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/g30503899/best-new-netflix-original-movies-2020/), one thing's for sure: You won't be bored for long. To invite friends over without leaving the comfort of your own houses, queue up [Netflix Party](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a31711129/how-to-use-netflix-party-browser-extension/), which lets friends and family stream and chat with each other in real time. 4 [Oprah's The Life You Want™ Planner](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20) [![Oprah's The Life You Want™ Planner](https://hips.hearstapps.com/vader-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/1653342672-oprah-s-the-life-you-wantt-planner-39476.jpg?crop=0.800xw:1xh;center,top&resize=980:)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20) [\$30Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20) Do quotes, advice, and writing exercises straight from Lady O sound good to you? We thought so! This is weekly planner also has ample space for journaling, and features weekly intentions. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 5 ## Write in Your Journal ![hands writing in a notebook](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/hands-writing-in-a-notebook-royalty-free-image-1584468804.jpg?crop=0.974xw:1.00xh;0,0) Kim Grosz//Getty Images To help you feel good in times of stress and anxiety, calm your mind by jotting your feelings down in [a quality journal](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g27310718/best-journals-for-writing/). A [Harvard study](https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/writing-about-emotions-may-ease-stress-and-trauma) found putting your thoughts on paper could help you better cope with the emotional fallout of stressful and traumatic events. [SHOP JOURNAL](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HAPOME8?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.g.27310718%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C) 6 ## Have a Crafternoon ![DIY items](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/items-royalty-free-image-1584475119.jpg?crop=0.846xw:1.00xh;0.0328xw,0) © eleonora galli//Getty Images Make a [DIY candle](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a27540576/diy-homemade-candles/), [whip up your own beauty products](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/a29799438/how-to-do-facial-at-home/), or decorate for the season in one afternoon dedicated to craft-making. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 7 ## Tackle Your Spring Cleaning ![Women's hands wearing pink latex gloves for cleaning](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/womens-hands-wearing-pink-latex-gloves-for-cleaning-royalty-free-image-1584466944.jpg?crop=0.80903xw:1xh;center,top) jlipko//Getty Images Whether you start with a series of mini projects or the whole house from top to bottom, a little [spring cleaning](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g26432017/spring-cleaning-tips/) is a great way to spend time and is something many people find cathartic. 8 ## Learn a New Skill on YouTube ![Woman knitting, close-up](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/woman-knitting-close-up-royalty-free-image-1584474798.jpg?crop=0.99976xw:1xh;center,top) A\&Me//Getty Images Stimulate yourself by learning a new skill. No matter what you want to try—knitting, dancing, or cooking—chances are there's a [YouTube](http://www.youtube.com/) video for that. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 9 ## Toss Expired Makeup ![Women's Cosmetic Bag](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/womens-cosmetic-bag-royalty-free-image-1584468513.jpg?crop=0.99988xw:1xh;center,top) golibtolibov//Getty Images Beauty products—that is, lotions, [makeup brushes](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/skin-makeup/a22736070/how-to-clean-makeup-brushes/), soaps, and other cosmetics—expire after anywhere from six months to a few years, based on product and usage. When organizing, follow this rule of thumb: If it looks, smells, or feels weird, toss it. And maybe use this time to invest in a [new makeup or cosmetic case](https://www.oprahdaily.com/style/g26822914/best-makeup-bags/) to help you stay organized. 10 ## Clean Out Pantry Items ![Pantry Cabinet Stocked with Spices and Condiments](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/pantry-cabinet-stocked-with-spices-and-condiments-royalty-free-image-1584468621.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Fuse//Getty Images There are plenty of pantry staples that last for years on end, but others—like canned goods and spices—do need to be replaced periodically. Do a pass through your pantry and toss anything that's expired. Make a mental note to use anything with looming expiration dates. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 11 ## Stream a Free Concert from Your Favorite Artist ![Remote control](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/remote-control-royalty-free-image-1584470176.jpg?crop=0.98066xw:1xh;center,top) Kinga Krzeminska//Getty Images Even though we're now well into this pandemic, you can still stream a variety of movies and live events that have been put online. Personally, we couldn't get enough of the [Adele One Night Only](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a38278186/oprah-adele-behind-the-scenes/) concert special and interview last year, hosted by Lady O herself. 12 ## Do a Puzzle ![High Angle View Of Jigsaw Puzzle On Table](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/high-angle-view-of-jigsaw-puzzle-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469022.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0,0) Laura Carrasquilla / EyeEm//Getty Images Puzzles are not only stimulating but there's also [evidence](https://www.udel.edu/udaily/2019/may/morris-library-reference-room-puzzles-stress-relief/) that they provide stress relief. Try your hand at a [jigsaw puzzle](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g31448484/best-puzzles-for-adults/) or a challenging [online crossword](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g31551217/best-crossword-puzzles/). [SHOP PUZZLE](https://www.amazon.com/Buffalo-Games-Collection-Hummingbird-Garden/dp/B01I95LQDM/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=puzzles&qid=1653424231&refinements=p_72%3A1248963011&rnid=1248961011&s=toys-and-games&sr=1-7&tag=oprah-auto-20) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 13 ## Take Your Book Club Online ![Coffee and book on table](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/coffee-and-book-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469831.jpg?crop=0.9303xw:1xh;center,top) Tetra Images//Getty Images One of the easiest ways to fight boredom is to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. But if you miss your book club, consider hosting an event online. Apps like [Zoom](https://zoom.us/ent?zcid=2582) make it easy to turn your typical wine and cheese gathering into a digital experience with your friends (and we have plenty of [questions](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a31047508/book-club-questions/) to help you keep the conversation going). 14 ## Try a YouTube Beauty Tutorial ![Curling Iron](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/curling-iron-royalty-free-image-1584468741.jpg?crop=0.674xw:1.00xh;0.200xw,0) energyy//Getty Images [Beach waves](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/hair/a31116506/how-to-get-beach-waves/), for example, suit just about every cut—from bobs to long tresses—but it's definitely a skill that takes a while to master. Why not use your free time to perfect the technique? [SHOP CURLING IRON](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TK13IWW?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.a.31116506%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 15 ## Give Yourself a Manicure or a Pedicure ![Close-up of a Woman Painting Toenails With Nail Polish](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/close-up-of-a-woman-painting-toenails-with-nail-royalty-free-image-1584470862.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0.0259xw,0) Digital Vision.//Getty Images Learn how to give yourself an [at-home manicure](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/skin-makeup/a27663157/manicure-at-home-tips/)—and, if you're feeling really brave, try your hand at some of the [trendiest spring colors](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/skin-makeup/g25849905/best-spring-nail-colors/) right now. [SHOP GEL MANICURE KIT](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=SyrN4SGJMyU&mid=2417&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Fgel-lab-pro-P399326%3Fom_mmc%3Daff-linkshare-redirect-tv2R4u9rImY%26c3ch%3DLinkshare%26c3nid%3Dtv2R4u9rImY%26affid%3Dtv2R4u9rImY-QMCibld7telTO062Pa1uaw%26ranEAID%3Dtv2R4u9rImY%26ranMID%3D2417%26ranSiteID%3Dtv2R4u9rImY-QMCibld7telTO062Pa1uaw%26ranLinkID%3D10-1%26browserdefault%3Dtrue&u1=omg\|xid:{xid}) 16 ## Decompress With an Adult Coloring Book ![High Angle View Of Multi Colored Pencils Against White Background](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/high-angle-view-of-multi-colored-pencils-against-royalty-free-image-1584470241.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Pakorn Kumruen / EyeEm//Getty Images There's plenty of [evidence](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/modern-mentality/201803/are-adult-coloring-books-actually-helpful) that [adult coloring books](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g28640347/best-adult-coloring-books/) can help you cope with stress and anxiety, plus...have you seen those designs? They will take time to complete. Another worthy option when you're bored? This paint-by-numbers masterpiece [recommended by Oprah herself](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g29724914/oprah-favorite-things-2019-gallery/?slide=31). [SHOP PAINT BY NUMBERS KIT](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YCX3T9C?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.g.26788572%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 17 ## Write a Letter to Your Future Self ![Writing](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/writing-royalty-free-image-1584470945.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Morten Falch Sortland//Getty Images Bored, but have a lot on your mind? Write a quick letter to yourself. It'll serve as a special keepsake to offer you unique perspective when you need it later. [SHOP PERSONALIZED STATIONERY](https://www.amazon.com/Monogram-Stationary-Personalized-Stationery-Quantity/dp/B07B88TTJ5/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?keywords=stationery&qid=1584495065&sr=8-14-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNjQyVFQzSTFPRVRRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ3OTE0M0RFR1k2UExNOTRUUiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTI3MTI2N0ZJRkZLSkY1WTdUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfbXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&tag=oprah-auto-20) 18 ## Or Write Someone Else a Letter ![Red and pink paper hearts on the pink envelope](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/red-and-pink-paper-hearts-on-the-pink-envelope-royalty-free-image-1584472849.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Jasenka Arbanas//Getty Images Or, for more immediate satisfaction, make someone's day by surprising them with a piece of snail mail. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 19 ## Stream a Workout ![Young sporty woman with smart watch tying shoelaces in fitness](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/young-sporty-woman-with-smart-watch-tying-shoelaces-royalty-free-image-1584472339.jpg?crop=0.446xw:1.00xh;0.427xw,0) thianchai sitthikongsak//Getty Images There are plenty of [apps and streaming services](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/health/g31672490/best-yoga-apps/) that'll help you get your sweat on—right from the comfort of your living room. (As if you needed an other excuse to don [your comfiest yoga pants](https://www.oprahdaily.com/style/g28938268/best-plus-size-yoga-pants/).) 20 ## Try a New Recipe ![Baking ingredients for making strawberry cake or pie](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/baking-ingredients-for-making-strawberry-cake-or-royalty-free-image-1584472519.jpg?crop=1xw:0.9592xh;center,top) Anjelika Gretskaia//Getty Images Dust off those [cookbooks](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/g24112504/best-celebrity-cookbooks/) (or jump on the internet) and pick out a new-to-you dish or cuisine. Or, if you like to follow a plant-based diet, consider trying [Oprah's 30-Day meal plan](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/food/a29473786/oprah-plant-based-diet-plan/) for a recent challenge she did. ![Headshot of Brigitt Earley](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/7f5c1235-2d52-40da-bacb-3f31ecdcb529_1721941449.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:) [Brigitt Earley](https://www.oprahdaily.com/author/221649/brigitt-earley/) Contributing Writer Brigitt is a [writer, editor and craft stylist](http://brigittearley.com/) with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more. ![Headshot of Jane Burnett](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/90e79262-662d-4c95-9b71-9a3dec8a6a35_1660236146.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:) [Jane Burnett](https://www.oprahdaily.com/author/242824/jane-burnett/) Assistant Editor Jane Burnett is an Assistant Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes a variety of lifestyle content for the editorial team. She's a journalist with a pop culture sweet tooth—when she isn't catching up on celebrity news, she's usually listening to a podcast! Jane was previously an on-air reporter in local news, and worked at Thrive Global, Ladders News, and Reuters. She also interned at CNBC through the Emma Bowen Foundation, and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). 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Readable Markdown	1 ## Create a Vision Board ![Mood board collage in nature summer style made of teared waste recycling paper results in art](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/mood-board-collage-in-nature-summer-style-made-of-royalty-free-image-1584474527.jpg?crop=0.463xw:1.00xh;0.0225xw,0) trinetuzun//Getty Images 2 ## Sing Your Heart Out ![woman listening music singing drinking beer](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/woman-listening-music-singing-drinking-beer-royalty-free-image-1584471907.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) yellowpicturestudio//Getty Images Since you might not be visiting any karaoke bars for the foreseeable future, download Smule instead. This interactive app lets you sing live karaoke with friends around the world, complete with audio effects and visual features. [GET THE APP](https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=74968X1583755&url=https%3A%2F%2Fapps.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fsmule-the-social-singing-app%2Fid509993510) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3 ## Host a Virtual "Netflix Party" with Your Friends ![Movie night.Popcorn remote and television.](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/movie-night-popcorn-remote-and-television-royalty-free-image-1584468880.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) CostinT//Getty Images Whether you make it your goal to screen a bunch of [Oscar-nominated](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a39560637/oscars-2022-historic-moments/) movies or check off several [original flicks on Netflix](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/g30503899/best-new-netflix-original-movies-2020/), one thing's for sure: You won't be bored for long. To invite friends over without leaving the comfort of your own houses, queue up [Netflix Party](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a31711129/how-to-use-netflix-party-browser-extension/), which lets friends and family stream and chat with each other in real time. [![Oprah's The Life You Want™ Planner](https://hips.hearstapps.com/vader-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/1653342672-oprah-s-the-life-you-wantt-planner-39476.jpg?crop=0.800xw:1xh;center,top&resize=980:)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956300007?tag=oprah-auto-20) Do quotes, advice, and writing exercises straight from Lady O sound good to you? We thought so! This is weekly planner also has ample space for journaling, and features weekly intentions. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 5 ## Write in Your Journal ![hands writing in a notebook](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/hands-writing-in-a-notebook-royalty-free-image-1584468804.jpg?crop=0.974xw:1.00xh;0,0) Kim Grosz//Getty Images To help you feel good in times of stress and anxiety, calm your mind by jotting your feelings down in [a quality journal](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g27310718/best-journals-for-writing/). A [Harvard study](https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/writing-about-emotions-may-ease-stress-and-trauma) found putting your thoughts on paper could help you better cope with the emotional fallout of stressful and traumatic events. [SHOP JOURNAL](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HAPOME8?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.g.27310718%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C) 6 ## Have a Crafternoon ![DIY items](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/items-royalty-free-image-1584475119.jpg?crop=0.846xw:1.00xh;0.0328xw,0) © eleonora galli//Getty Images Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 7 ## Tackle Your Spring Cleaning ![Women's hands wearing pink latex gloves for cleaning](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/womens-hands-wearing-pink-latex-gloves-for-cleaning-royalty-free-image-1584466944.jpg?crop=0.80903xw:1xh;center,top) jlipko//Getty Images Whether you start with a series of mini projects or the whole house from top to bottom, a little [spring cleaning](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/g26432017/spring-cleaning-tips/) is a great way to spend time and is something many people find cathartic. 8 ## Learn a New Skill on YouTube ![Woman knitting, close-up](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/woman-knitting-close-up-royalty-free-image-1584474798.jpg?crop=0.99976xw:1xh;center,top) A\&Me//Getty Images Stimulate yourself by learning a new skill. No matter what you want to try—knitting, dancing, or cooking—chances are there's a [YouTube](http://www.youtube.com/) video for that. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 9 ## Toss Expired Makeup ![Women's Cosmetic Bag](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/womens-cosmetic-bag-royalty-free-image-1584468513.jpg?crop=0.99988xw:1xh;center,top) golibtolibov//Getty Images Beauty products—that is, lotions, [makeup brushes](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/skin-makeup/a22736070/how-to-clean-makeup-brushes/), soaps, and other cosmetics—expire after anywhere from six months to a few years, based on product and usage. When organizing, follow this rule of thumb: If it looks, smells, or feels weird, toss it. And maybe use this time to invest in a [new makeup or cosmetic case](https://www.oprahdaily.com/style/g26822914/best-makeup-bags/) to help you stay organized. 10 ## Clean Out Pantry Items ![Pantry Cabinet Stocked with Spices and Condiments](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/pantry-cabinet-stocked-with-spices-and-condiments-royalty-free-image-1584468621.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Fuse//Getty Images There are plenty of pantry staples that last for years on end, but others—like canned goods and spices—do need to be replaced periodically. Do a pass through your pantry and toss anything that's expired. Make a mental note to use anything with looming expiration dates. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 11 ## Stream a Free Concert from Your Favorite Artist ![Remote control](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/remote-control-royalty-free-image-1584470176.jpg?crop=0.98066xw:1xh;center,top) Kinga Krzeminska//Getty Images Even though we're now well into this pandemic, you can still stream a variety of movies and live events that have been put online. Personally, we couldn't get enough of the [Adele One Night Only](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a38278186/oprah-adele-behind-the-scenes/) concert special and interview last year, hosted by Lady O herself. 12 ## Do a Puzzle ![High Angle View Of Jigsaw Puzzle On Table](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/high-angle-view-of-jigsaw-puzzle-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469022.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0,0) Laura Carrasquilla / EyeEm//Getty Images Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 13 ## Take Your Book Club Online ![Coffee and book on table](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/coffee-and-book-on-table-royalty-free-image-1584469831.jpg?crop=0.9303xw:1xh;center,top) Tetra Images//Getty Images One of the easiest ways to fight boredom is to curl up with a good book and a cup of tea. But if you miss your book club, consider hosting an event online. Apps like [Zoom](https://zoom.us/ent?zcid=2582) make it easy to turn your typical wine and cheese gathering into a digital experience with your friends (and we have plenty of [questions](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a31047508/book-club-questions/) to help you keep the conversation going). 14 ## Try a YouTube Beauty Tutorial ![Curling Iron](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/curling-iron-royalty-free-image-1584468741.jpg?crop=0.674xw:1.00xh;0.200xw,0) energyy//Getty Images [Beach waves](https://www.oprahdaily.com/beauty/hair/a31116506/how-to-get-beach-waves/), for example, suit just about every cut—from bobs to long tresses—but it's definitely a skill that takes a while to master. Why not use your free time to perfect the technique? [SHOP CURLING IRON](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TK13IWW?linkCode=xm2&tag=oprah-auto-20&ascsubtag=%5Bartid%7C10072.a.31116506%5Bsrc%7C%5Bch%7C%5Blt%7C) Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 15 ## Give Yourself a Manicure or a Pedicure ![Close-up of a Woman Painting Toenails With Nail Polish](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/close-up-of-a-woman-painting-toenails-with-nail-royalty-free-image-1584470862.jpg?crop=0.891xw:1.00xh;0.0259xw,0) Digital Vision.//Getty Images 16 ## Decompress With an Adult Coloring Book ![High Angle View Of Multi Colored Pencils Against White Background](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/high-angle-view-of-multi-colored-pencils-against-royalty-free-image-1584470241.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Pakorn Kumruen / EyeEm//Getty Images Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 17 ## Write a Letter to Your Future Self ![Writing](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/writing-royalty-free-image-1584470945.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Morten Falch Sortland//Getty Images Bored, but have a lot on your mind? Write a quick letter to yourself. It'll serve as a special keepsake to offer you unique perspective when you need it later. [SHOP PERSONALIZED STATIONERY](https://www.amazon.com/Monogram-Stationary-Personalized-Stationery-Quantity/dp/B07B88TTJ5/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?keywords=stationery&qid=1584495065&sr=8-14-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNjQyVFQzSTFPRVRRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDQ3OTE0M0RFR1k2UExNOTRUUiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTI3MTI2N0ZJRkZLSkY1WTdUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfbXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&tag=oprah-auto-20) 18 ## Or Write Someone Else a Letter ![Red and pink paper hearts on the pink envelope](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/red-and-pink-paper-hearts-on-the-pink-envelope-royalty-free-image-1584472849.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top) Jasenka Arbanas//Getty Images Or, for more immediate satisfaction, make someone's day by surprising them with a piece of snail mail. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 19 ## Stream a Workout ![Young sporty woman with smart watch tying shoelaces in fitness](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/young-sporty-woman-with-smart-watch-tying-shoelaces-royalty-free-image-1584472339.jpg?crop=0.446xw:1.00xh;0.427xw,0) thianchai sitthikongsak//Getty Images 20 ## Try a New Recipe ![Baking ingredients for making strawberry cake or pie](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/baking-ingredients-for-making-strawberry-cake-or-royalty-free-image-1584472519.jpg?crop=1xw:0.9592xh;center,top) Anjelika Gretskaia//Getty Images Dust off those [cookbooks](https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/g24112504/best-celebrity-cookbooks/) (or jump on the internet) and pick out a new-to-you dish or cuisine. Or, if you like to follow a plant-based diet, consider trying [Oprah's 30-Day meal plan](https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/food/a29473786/oprah-plant-based-diet-plan/) for a recent challenge she did. ![Headshot of Brigitt Earley](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/7f5c1235-2d52-40da-bacb-3f31ecdcb529_1721941449.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:) Brigitt is a [writer, editor and craft stylist](http://brigittearley.com/) with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more. ![Headshot of Jane Burnett](https://hips.hearstapps.com/rover/profile_photos/90e79262-662d-4c95-9b71-9a3dec8a6a35_1660236146.file?fill=1:1&resize=120:*) Jane Burnett is an Assistant Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes a variety of lifestyle content for the editorial team. She's a journalist with a pop culture sweet tooth—when she isn't catching up on celebrity news, she's usually listening to a podcast! Jane was previously an on-air reporter in local news, and worked at Thrive Global, Ladders News, and Reuters. She also interned at CNBC through the Emma Bowen Foundation, and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).
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