Why Boredom is Good For You

What is the main characteristic of boredom?

• Having absolutely nothing to do

• When none of the available options appeal to you

• Feeling tired and sluggish

• Constantly checking your phone

What did a study show about the relationship between boredom and creativity?

• Boredom makes people less creative

• People who were bored with a task generated more creative solutions

• Creativity is not related to boredom

• Only people who enjoy boring tasks are creative

What positive effect can boredom have on a person?

• It makes you want to watch more TV

• It encourages you to spend more money

• It can make you more likely to help others

• It helps you sleep better

What is "autobiographical planning" and how does boredom help with it?

• It's planning your daily schedule, and boredom makes you stick to it

• It's thinking about your past, and boredom helps you remember

• It's setting long-term goals for your life, and boredom helps you think about the future

• It's writing a story about your life, and boredom gives you ideas