Recommended ways to kill time that you can do alone at home
Hey you over there, lounging around at home with nothing in particular to do, thinking “I’m bored…”! Here are some easy ways to kill time without even leaving the house.
Maybe your plans with friends didn’t work out, or you just can’t be bothered to go out—there are plenty of times when you end up bored at home, right? For those moments, we’ve gathered activities you can enjoy by yourself at home.
From little things that let you forget the busyness of everyday life, to tasks that deliberately get you moving instead of taking it slow.
Everything here will help you make your free time feel worthwhile.
Give them a try!
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Recommended ways to kill time you can do alone at home (41–50)
puzzle ring
When it comes to simple games that are perfect for brain training or passing the time, the classic “disentanglement puzzle” (chiebukuro/chi eno wa) has long been a favorite.
That satisfying rush when a ring that seems stuck suddenly slips free is irresistible, isn’t it? These days, you can even find a variety of shapes and difficulty levels at 100-yen shops, so if you’re thinking, “I haven’t played in a while,” be sure to stop by.
If you use a disentanglement puzzle to both kill time and stimulate your brain—and relieve some stress while you’re at it—you might just greet tomorrow with a sharp mind and a refreshed mood!
English learning podcast
Studying English during your commute while swaying on the train sounds ideal, doesn’t it? That’s why I recommend focusing on learning through podcasts.
Since podcasts are tailored for spoken language, they make it easy to concentrate on listening—highly recommended! You can hear English in a natural, real-life way, including native pronunciation, speed, and casual expressions, which is a shortcut to improvement.
Best of all, podcasts are free to listen to.
Why not find your favorite channels and study while having fun?
In conclusion
I introduced some ways to kill time at home—did they help cure your boredom? Even things you don’t usually feel like doing can leave you feeling a bit refreshed if you tackle them when you’ve got nothing else to do.
Make good use of your free time and try bringing a fresh breeze into your everyday life!