Bored Teenagers Vol.1

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Learn an instrument: Ukeleles or harmonicas are inexpensive, and you can start to learn online. (Alternatively you could practice the one your parents are already paying for, you ungrateful toe-rags!) If you're looking for ways for Teens to be Productive this Summeror How to Make Money as a Teenager, here are some awesome ideas!

Whether you’re a teenager or adult, you likely remember times when you were home alone and bored. Being home alone isn’t necessarily bad, you can make your own decisions and enjoy peace and quiet.

Just Dance: To be fair, my daughter will happily spend 2 hours exercising if it’s on Just Dance. Her younger brother will join in too, although we’ve had to buy the latest version, because she was beating him hands down on our 2014 version. And you don’t want yet another reason for a sibling meltdown. Use your creativity to write fanfiction based on your favorite book, show, or movie. You can write the screenplay to a bonus episode or an alternate ending! 13. Shoot hoops Learn to touch type:Have you seen how kids type? That two-finger jab thing they do on the keyboard (or worse still, the iPad stabbing that makes me want to layer 72 screen protectors on their devices). Color your hair. (We tried hair wax and thought it was nasty. Go for a semi permanent color that will wash out over time.) Find a volunteer position. Volunteering can be fulfilling and beneficial to both you and the community. 33. Create your own game

Play a board game: My kids are bored with Monopoly and Scrabble, but there are some they love, and some you can even play online with other members of the family or friends. Board games to try with teenagers are:

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As we alluded to above, students, teens, and people in general tend to get fulfillment and joy out of success, progress, and productivity. It may not seem like all teens love homework or school, but once you remove the hours spent working towards projects, tasks, and tests, teens who have nothing to replace that time with will likely get bored very soon. The truth is, teens who are busy and hardworking from Monday through Friday have a good reason to relax and celebrate on the weekends, as a reward for all their productivity. However, for students who have too much time on their hands, the free time and subsequent boredom can turn into anxiety, depression, and negative energy. This may all result in a teen feeling like they have nothing to work for, and their drive, motivation, and excitement may all disappear, as they begin to feel like their time is pointless and they have little to offer. This is exactly what no parent wants to deal with, and with the right guidance and resources, you can help your teen mitigate altogether. Think of someone who might appreciate company or assistance, like an elderly neighbor. Sometimes just a small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s day. If you don’t know anybody, you could ask to volunteer at a senior living facility! 8. Call a grandparent Spend an afternoon at your local art museum! It might even be free in your city! This is a great way to admire art and get inspired. 100. Shadow your parents at work. Make your family a meal. Learn a new cuisine. Learn to make something you have never tasted or a favorite that you will cook again and again. Plan, shop, cook, and clean up and begin to see why your parents complain! 25. Plant a garden

These conversations can be precious and enlightening. You’ll probably learn something new about them! 89. Play Frisbee or CatchThese puzzles can improve your problem-solving skills and are a productive way to pass time. Puzzles are a great way to be entertained without using screens. 10. Ride a bike, skateboard, or scooter! Learn about Art: Google Arts and Culture has a huge rabbit hole of art, architecture and cultural nuggets to fall down. So much to learn! They lived in a world you will never know. Learn something about it. 35. Take some online college tours Practice your makeup skills! Makeup experimentation is a form of self-expression and can enhance your skills. 82. Make homemade ice cream