In this idle state of mind, we may feel frustrated at our
inability to channel our mental energy into productive or engaging
tasks. We may even attempt to lose ourselves in purposeless or
self-destructive pursuits. While this can be a sign of depression, it
can also be an invitation issued from your mind, asking you to challenge
yourself. Boredom can become the motivation that drives you to learn,
explore the exotic, experiment, and harness the boundless creative
energy within.
In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, boredom is perceived as a pathway to
self-awareness. Boredom itself is not detrimental to the soul -- it is
the manner in which we respond to it that determines whether it becomes a
positive or a negative influence in our lives. When you respond by
actively filling the emptiness you feel lurking in yourself, you
cultivate creativity and innovation. If, when in the grip of boredom,
you have difficulty acknowledging the merits of any activities you might
otherwise enjoy, generate your own inspiration. Before you find
yourself beset by boredom, create a list of tasks you can consult when
it feels like there is simply nothing to do. Referring to a list of
topics you want to learn more about, projects you've yet to begin, or
even pending chores can spark your creative energy and reawaken your
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