Mind Matters

Bored Out of Your Mind? That Might Be Exactly What You Need

I used to think boredom was something to avoid at all costs—an enemy of progress, a waste of time. But somewhere between burnout and the constant pressure to be "on," I discovered something weirdly refreshing: boredom can actually be one of the most productive states of mind. It’s not laziness. It’s a reset button your brain has been begging you to hit.