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101 Fun Things To Do When You Are Bored

Have you ever gotten up in the morning feeling bored like you don't want to do the same old things, but you can't think of anything better to do?

Your normal routine can start to get old, and it may leave you feeling unmotivated at times to do anything. You find yourself sitting in front of the television or staring at cat videos on Facebook.

Everyone gets bored from time to time.

You crave something new or out-of-the-box that will redirect you from your normal routine and give your restless mind something unique to focus on.

This happens to me on cold, rainy days when I am feeling a bit tired and cooped up, or on long summer days when it's 95 degrees outside.

When you're stuck in this feeling of mental malaise, it seems like your creativity and imagination have flatlined, and you just can't think of anything that lights your fire.

15 Reasons Highly Sensitive People Are Highly Valuable

by Barrie Davenport

Have you ever heard these words before?

“Don't be such a crybaby!”

“I was just kidding — don't take things so seriously.”

“You are way too sensitive. Get over it.”

If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP) like me, you've probably felt “different” all of your life.

While friends and family could let things roll off their backs, you suffered internally for hours or days.

When others seemed to revel in loud environments with lots of activity and people, you wanted to run away and hide in a quiet place.

You could walk in a room and immediately notice if the vibe was all wrong, but everyone else seemed oblivious.

In Western culture, toughness and emotional control are revered while hypersensitivity is viewed as a character flaw or weakness.

This is particularly true for men who are socialized from birth to hide their emotions and “buck up” in the face of emotional or physical pain.

Many highly sensitive men stuff their feelings for years, too afraid to show the world they wear their heart on their sleeve.

Sensitive men and women alike often feel alienated, embarrassed or shamed about their particular behaviors and needs.

High sensitivity is one of the most misunderstood and undervalued traits in the world. Yet it is a perfectly normal, scientifically documented personality trait held by 15-20% of all people (an equal number of men and women).

It is also an essential trait for societies at large, as it reflects a type of survival strategy that benefits everyone — being observant and thoughtful before acting.

Are You In A Healthy Relationship? Get Your Answer With The Couples Quiz

by Barrie Davenport

Do you ever think about how the health of your relationship impacts the rest of your life?

When you are more intentional about your relationship, it becomes the learning laboratory for your personal evolution.

You learn relationship habits and skills that help you heal the past and move forward with more self-awareness, emotional maturity, and confidence.

As you both grow as individuals, your relationship will evolve past the heady intoxication of your early love to a more mature and satisfying intimacy.

But how do couples evolve past conflict, boredom, and disengagement to build a healthy relationship that stands the test of time?

The Pivotal Differences Between Intrinsic And Extrinsic Motivation

by Barrie Davenport

Take a minute to think about the sources of your motivation. What makes you do the things you do?

Do you go to work to get a paycheck, or because you genuinely enjoy your job?

Do you drive the speed limit to avoid punishment, or because you value your safety and enjoy taking the time to take a break from everyday life in the car?

These are perfect examples that show the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

Many things can motivate you to do what you do, but the primary difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation is whether you are driven by an internal desire or by some external force that can be positive or negative.

How To Rebuild Trust When You’ve Been Hurt Or Betrayed By Your Love Partner

by Barrie Davenport

You wonder why the bank account has gotten so low, only to discover your partner has been spending without telling you.

You overhear your spouse sharing your most private information with her best friend after she promised to keep it confidential.

Your partner lashes out at you in anger and threatens to leave you.

Couples can do and say thoughtless and unkind things to one another, things that erode intimacy and security in the relationship.

Once this happens, it can be hard to rebuild trust when you have been so deeply hurt or betrayed by your partner.