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Isn't it boring to be tied up at home? It's hard to keep yourself busy or excited when you can't go anywhere. Don't worry, you still have plenty of work to do to avoid getting bored at home. You can try playing family games, watching movies, making snacks, or even building a fort with pillows. There are many good options for you to make a boring day enjoyable.

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Part 1 of 3: Have fun at home

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   Find games to play. Video game games can be the perfect way to make a dull day more enjoyable. There are games for everyone, from high-speed shooting to finding objects. Any kind of game can help you stop boredom. This is also a great way to be able to play online with your friends when you can't leave the house.
   • If you have plenty of time, explore complex games like Minecraft, Team Fortress 2 (currently free), or World of Warcraft.
   • If you want to find a relaxing game, try playing Club Penguin or Animal Jam, or look in the app stores or flash games on the internet.
   • You can even create your own text-based game (text-based games) or program a flash game if you have the ambition!

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   Write down your thoughts. You may want to write when you are alone at home to entertain and keep busy. Writing is a way for you to tell a story, organize thoughts, or express feelings. Let your creative inspiration flow on the page and dispel the boredom of being home alone.
   • You can write a short story, a poem, a legend or a diary.

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   Draw a picture. Don't worry, you don't have to be a properly trained or artist to create your own works. Drawing a picture can be a great way to express yourself and combat boredom. If you feel sad and can't get out of the house, entertain yourself by creating interesting works of art.
   • Anyone can learn basic drawing and sketching skills. If you're an artist, set yourself a challenge, like drawing rocks on the riverbed or learning to draw horses.
   • There are also other types of paintings and crafts you can try, from wet chalk painting to sculpture. Have you ever made an infinite mirror or galaxy in a glass jar?

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   Compose music. If you enjoy playing music and writing music, take time to compose some new melodies. Composing music feels very enjoyable and helps you to be less bored. If you have to stay at home, grab your favorite musical instrument and compose it!
   • If you don't play an instrument, learn to sing or make your own music.
   • If you like your newly composed song, you can record it again.

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   Create a new look for the house. Redecorating your home or room can be a great way to combat boredom. Changing the décor will also make your house or room seem completely new and interesting. You can redecorate as much or as little as you want to have a space that you enjoy. So if you have to stay at home, try doing this to turn your boring day into a happy day.
   • You can rearrange furniture to change the sense of space.
   • Try to take the items of one room and put them in the other room.
   • You can create something funny, such as a "fortress" with a pillow or blanket.
   • Draw a picture and hang it to give a new look to the room.

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   Cook a delicious treat. The time when you can't get out of the house is also a great opportunity to cook a delicious dish. Do not choose pre-made or flavorless dishes. Try cooking a delicious meal or a new dish to give the excitement of a day of being tied in the house.
   • Looking for a tasty treat that is easy to make? Try cooking potato chips or spaghetti.
   • Are you an enthusiastic chef searching for new recipes? Sweet bacon or Japanese pancakes might be a good idea.

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   Watch favorite movies. Watching movies can be a great way to pass the time when you're alone at home. Browse your movie collection to watch an old favorite movie or find a new one that sounds good. When you find a movie that sounds interesting, prepare your seats for comfort and enjoyment.

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   Find funny videos on YouTube. YouTube is a great place to watch videos. You can find YouTube on almost any video that suits your mood. New videos are regularly posted, so you always have something to watch.

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   Exciting with favorite music. Few things get you more excited than the songs you still love. You can listen to old songs or find new ones that sound great. Whatever your taste in music, turn it on and let your emotions burst!
   • Try discovering new genres of music or listen to songs by musicians or singers you haven't heard before.
   • Make a playlist of your own. You can try creating playlists to listen to while relaxing, reading a book, or exercising.
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Part 2 of 3: Have fun with friends and family

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   Entertain yourself with board games. Board games have long been loved by many people to pass the time when there is nothing to do. Ask if everyone wants to play. Most board games are designed for multiplayer play and can keep everyone entertained.

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   House cleaning. This may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but cleaning the house will keep you busy. It sounds like a lot of work, but it can be fun. Take advantage of a dull day at home to clean and rearrange your home and get rid of the boredom.
   • Re-cleaning your wardrobe and drawers can make it easier to find items.
   • Help the family rearrange the items in the kitchen.
   • Mobilize everyone in the family to clean the house.

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   Make a good snack. If you are bored sitting at home, ask someone in the house to help you make a treat for a snack. Make a dish together that you both enjoy to help ease the sadness at home.
   • People may like to bake a cookie, cake or brownie.
   • You can also try making a marshmallow sandwich.
   • Grind some fruit and enjoy the smoothie together.
   • Make an interesting new treat.

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   Tell each other stories. The times when you can't leave the house are also great opportunities to get together with your family and have a chat. The fun and interesting stories people tell each other can dispel the feeling of boredom. You can tell your own stories or stories you hear from somewhere. Feel free to talk about anything interesting to turn a boring day into a happy day.

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   Handmade. Making a craft is also a great way to spend a boring day. Have fun decorating and creating something everyone loves. Let the imagination soar and make people happier.
   • Try drawing and shaping with paper and glue. Sprinkle glitter or colored sand on the paper before the paste dries to create a shimmering work of art.
   • You can glue two toilet paper cores together to make a "binocular".
   • Shape a tree by sticking a stick and colored paper "leaves" onto a piece of cardboard or cardboard.
   • Stick the popsicles together to form houses or castles.

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   Plan a dream vacation. Ask someone to sit and talk about the places you've been longing for on vacation. Discuss the destinations you want to visit and the things you plan to do. Feel free to imagine any adventure you both enjoy.
   • Talk about the wonderful things you both imagine about the adventure.
   • Talk about interesting places where you want to go.
   • Get a map and draw a travel route on it.
   • You can use the Google Street View feature to virtual travel to places you want to go.
   • You may even be "crazier" than planning to fly to other planets.
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Part 3 of 3: Perform movement exercises

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   Get up and dance. Dancing is a simple way to get physically active and get excited. Find your favorite songs, turn up the volume and move! You don't have to know the moves and dance moves. Feel free to dance to your liking.
   • You can create a playlist of your own favorite dance tracks.
   • Create your own moves or learn new dance moves.

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   Stir the air with some exercise. It's not just that you're at home all day that you can't exercise.Many exercises do not require exercise equipment, only body weight or movement of the body. Get rid of boredom at home with a day of active exercise.
   • There are many free video tutorials on exercise online.
   • Exercises like push-ups or squats (sit-up exercises) can help increase muscle strength without using weights.
   • Warming moves like jumping jacks can be a great way to practice cardio exercises.

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   Relax with stretches or yoga. Whether you exercise or not, this is a good idea when you are alone at home. Stretching movements can help relax your mind, increase range of motion and flexibility of the body. When you're forced to stay at home, you can practice gentle stretches to keep your body active and fight dullness.
   • Always be gentle when doing stretches to avoid injury. Stop when you feel pain during exercise.
   • You can find many free yoga videos online.
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