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If you don’t find your life boring…..tell me why?

141 replies

PetersRabbitt · 09/07/2022 19:17

If you find you’re not bored with your life, can you tell me why? Is there a logical explanation why you are not bored with your life or, are you just not for no particular reason?

what makes your life not boring to you?
Id love to know!!

OP posts:
ThatsRoughBuddy · 09/07/2022 20:00

I’m easily pleased. That’s genuinely why I'm not bored. 😆

AliasGrape · 09/07/2022 20:01

I don't at all. It possibly looks a bit boring from the outside but I'm really content.

I've done lots of travelling, studying, working, living abroad etc. Spent a good 6 or so years single after my first long term relationship and before meeting my now husband so had all the dating and variety etc then, as well as lots of big nights out, holidays, flying to Paris for the day on a whim etc. Was all lovely and I'm glad I did it all, but for the longest time I just wanted a partner and a child of my own, was so ready to be more settled, and feel lucky to have that

Been through some difficult times, grief etc and have learned to slow down, relish the small stuff, really enjoy a content and peaceful life.

My toddler is crazy, keeps me really busy and whilst there are definitely times where I might get a bit bored of soft play or yet another trudge round the park, there is an awful lot of magic and wonder and excitement too. Depends which day you ask me I guess!

I like to cook, I read as much as toddler allows, have quite a vivid imagination so can always amuse myself with little stories and scenarios in my head.

I've started something new professionally, my main client is in a field that I knew very little about before but am learning so much, and it's really important stuff that has a direct impact on people's lives, their safety and their homes. I have had good feedback so far and am enjoying stretching myself a bit.

^ that's all the positive side. On a more challenging day I might have said I'm just too tired to be bored.

Sooverthisnow · 09/07/2022 20:03

There is always something to learn, whether it’s at work or in leisure time.
It’s important to be curious about things.

TheSmallAssassin · 09/07/2022 20:04

I've got an interesting, challenging job, there's always something going on. There's always something to listen to on the radio, or to read, or to watch on TV, or to see in the world around me. There's always my husband, or kids or friends to talk to. I guess I am generally interested in things.

bettbburg · 09/07/2022 20:06

My job is rewarding and I enjoy the company I keep,

TheOldLadyOfThreadneedleStreet · 09/07/2022 20:09

I enjoy my life, my job is interesting and quite hands on, I spend a lot of time with my family which keeps me busy, I go swimming and walking, both of which I enjoy, I have 3 guinea pigs as pets, which is fun, and that, together with the odd night out and good food, is quite enough for me.

DaftyLass · 09/07/2022 20:11

My life is full of fun, I have a great work/life balance, I am constantly learning and setting new challenges for myself.
I don't keep track of my stresses as much as my joys.

museumum · 09/07/2022 20:14

My job is challenging but rewarding (and I’m my own boss).
the rest of my life I enjoy “micro adventures” with ds and dh, just with dh and alone or with friends.
my life can be stressful and exhausting but it’s not boring.

LaurieFairyCake · 09/07/2022 20:14

You know what they say 'only bored people get bored'

I could be in solitary confinement for about a week before I'd require additional stimulus Grin

I've literally never once been bored

godmum56 · 09/07/2022 20:15

Wouldloveanother · 09/07/2022 19:25

Because I’ve been through some seriously shit times that have made ‘boring’ positively enjoyable and luxurious.

this

Sandra1984 · 09/07/2022 20:15

I'm self employed, 50 yo, run a business I love, I'm healthy and have reasonable good looks, I have interesting hobbies, I live in a very big city were there's never a dull moment. I just got dumped by my narcissist much younger good looking boyfriend 2 months ago and despite being devastated at first it has been one amazing lesson where I got to learn so much about myself, setting boundaries, and narcissism. My next relationship will be so much better thanks to this lesson. I feel so much gratitude to the universe and I'm excited of my future. being single and self employed life can be a bit stressful sometimes but definately NOT boring.

(Not all is amazing, I do have some low moments sometimes ha ha).

tirednewmumm · 09/07/2022 20:15

Because I've filled it with things I love!!
My partner and son, hobbies, nature, decorating lol

butterflyfox · 09/07/2022 20:20

I once read that one should do something you have never done before at least once a week. Or maybe it was once a month. Go to a new place. Eat a new food. Try a new activity. I think that is an interesting challenge.

BeethovenNinth · 09/07/2022 20:23

I honestly love being alive and feel lucky I am. I know it can turn in a heartbeat

i have three kids and have to ferry them around. My job is a bit dull at times but pays me okay for my part time hours and gives me enough money to do nice stuff. I have hobbies that I love - sporty stuff and musical stuff. I have a small number of nice friends and am in a few local groups who do things like swim.
I like where I live. It’s beautiful, semi rural, near the coast and the town is pretty architecturally

I can get into books or other interests easily - I wish I had more time.

if you find life boring then find a new passion - try something a bit bizarre or new or even scary to you - like indoor rock climbing or pottery or kayaking or learning ukele or a choir.

ground yourself each morning with a little yoga and gratitude!

KoalaPineapple · 09/07/2022 20:23

I'm not bored of life, I'm healthy, I'm loved and I'm exceptionally lucky to experience and appreciate the small and mundane. I love fresh air, tasty food, funny TV, my kind husband, being creative etc. People would deffo call me boring, but I've learnt to appreciate the small bits of life and I'm so grateful for them!

Mumsgirls · 09/07/2022 20:29

Retiring very early helped. Family and friends. Holidays, cat, reading, cinema ,theatre, podcasts, garden. books.Interested in the world. Life long friendships. Clubs and socialising
Never at a loose end. Was not even bored in lockdown.

SouperNoodle · 09/07/2022 20:30

I'm a SAHM and I find actually being at home boring af so we go on days out almost every day, whether it be a picnic in the park or off to feed animals at the farm or to an exhibition at the local museum.
We're always having fun and spend a lot of time with my mum friends and their kids who are good friends with my DDs.
I just enjoy being out and about and letting my littles enjoy what we have in our local area.

Provenceinthesummer · 09/07/2022 20:35

I am never bored, and I wish I was at times.

  • I do a voluntary job that is extremely rewarding and uplifting, I make a difference to the world
  • I have teens and I enjoy spending time with them, supporting them etc
  • i have animals - dog walking etc
  • i an retraining and it is really stretching me
  • i live in the country in an old house with a relentless to do list - but its so beautiful
  • i organise parties, bbqs and dinners in advance with friends- I don’t/can’t over commit so it’s not every weekend but often enough to be fulfilling
  • stretching and exercise and massage puts me in touch with my body
  • orgasms
  • I plan holidays in advance as they motivate me
  • I plan weekends - theatre, live music etc so we always have something on the horizon
Most of all, I learnt to live in the moment - to feel the here and now. To touch, look and feel good in my very alive body. I
Iamanunsafebuilding · 09/07/2022 20:38

thedevilinablackdress · 09/07/2022 19:19

I do things I enjoy, have a reasonably interesting job, and am pretty content with my lot.

Same for me!

Provenceinthesummer · 09/07/2022 20:39

If I ever felt bored and jaded by life I would move , life is too short to fritter away. I

ohfook · 09/07/2022 20:41

I think a lot of other people would find my life boring but I get pleasure out of quite simple things sitting in the garden, having lunch with friends, going for walks with my kids etc. They are all quite cheap things to do it would be much harder if I got my enjoyment from racing sports cars.

Provenceinthesummer · 09/07/2022 20:45

I have been close to death three times. I think this has really shaped how I feel today. There is zero complacency in my life - I will not stand for complacency it kills all joy, motivation and zest for life.
We can’t afford to imagine tomorrow is a certainty or even tonight - once you have the true measure of the fragility of life there is no opportunity or space for boredom - you are too busy identifying what you may never see or do! What’s most important and making those dreams/thoughts happen

HeadNorth · 09/07/2022 20:46

I have a baby Arab horse and I climb mountains Grin

onlythreenow · 09/07/2022 20:47

Because I find joy in simple pleasures and don't constantly have to be stimulated.

I really enjoy my own company and make myself laugh a lot so it feels like I’m hanging out with a really cool funny friend all the time who doesn’t get on my nerves.

What a lovely comment.

BertieBotts · 09/07/2022 20:48

I get a bit bored/frustrated if I don't have some kind of project or aim. It doesn't have to be anything complicated or massive, one of mine at the moment is just decluttering the house little by little.

Another thing that makes me feel bored/depressed is a lack of social contact. Lockdown was quite hard for this. I try to make plans to see people, be part of local social groups (I mean here a group of mum friends, for example) and do regular activities that ensure I meet people (or keep seeing the same people).