13 Ways to Banish Boredom, Even When You’re Broke AF

8. Channel Your Inner Artist

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You don’t have to be Michelangelo (or even a former art major) to find your muse. Doing something creative will free your mind, help you relax, and – just maybe – help you unstick a tough problem you’ve been grappling with at work or at home.

 

9. Write a Guest Post For Your Favorite Blog

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You’re already an expert on something – even if that ‘something’ is just the funniest gifs on the web. So why not share your expertise with the world?

Fringe benefit: this will help you build up your social media following, too.

 

10. Skype An Old Friend

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Let’s face it, most of us are wayyyy too busy to catch up with long distance BFFs on a regular basis. So when boredom strikes, take advantage! Call someone you used to be super-tight with and catch up. They’ll probably have some amazing stories for you.

Written by Mary McCaw

Mary is a freelance writer and editor. She's based in San Francisco, but lately, home is wherever her suitcase is. If you really are what you eat, she is at least 50% pizza.