There are many dull moments in life.Sitting in class, standing in line, or waiting at the airport can cause serious boredom.People become impatient or angry when boredom and frustration mix.Don't do this to yourself.You can keep boredom and frustration at bay by practicing patience, entertaining yourself, and/or distraction.You can glide through dull moments with ease if you do this.
Step 1: Accept that impatience comes from inside.
If you want to work on being patient, the first thing you have to do is recognize when impatience arises.You always get to decide how to respond to frustration, even if it is outside of your control.Don't let your frustration get away from you and try to stop and notice when you feel impatient.You could say, "I feel impatient."That is a normal response and I am in control of it.
Step 2: Get into the moment.
Consciously give up the fight.There is nothing you can do.Take a deep breath and relax.Don't spend extra energy during this dull moment.If you are stuck in traffic, stop looking at the clock.Inform others that you will be late.Try to let it go.I'm going to be late.As you settle into the moment, try to feel the weight of gravity on your body.If you practice these strategies regularly, they will become part of your daily and unconscious behaviors.Over time, this will allow you to be more patient.
Step 3: You can identify your impatience symptoms.
Scan your body for signs of impatience.Taking the time to notice and recognize each symptom is an effective way to calm down and soothe the symptoms.You can better identify impatience when it happens again if you know what happens to your body when you grow impatient.There are some symptoms that include tightness in the neck, abdomen, or other areas.The jaw and/or fists are clenched.The heart is racing.The cheeks were flushed.The body temperature is rising.
Step 4: Relax your muscles.
Take some deep breaths.You can notice how small your body is when you inhale.Try to feel your muscles relax when you exhale.One at a time, move through each tight space.As needed, repeat the process as many times as necessary.Try to loosen the knot if you notice it doesn't want to relax.Accept it instead.
Step 5: Take a break
Maintaining a manageable stress level is part of practicing patience.Taking mini-breaks where you actually walk away can help.Take a break for a few minutes.
Step 6: Count your breaths.
If you find yourself in a red flag moment of impatience, you can stop it using your breath.It is possible to release calming neurohormones in your brain by taking slow measured breaths.Take a count of three.Take a count of three.Breath cycles can be extended to counts of four or five.It is not necessary to breathe in through your nose and mouth.
Step 7: Have something to eat.
Try to eat something to pass the time if you find yourself in a dull moment.Whether you are stuck at the airport, bored on a road trip, or waiting in line at an amusement park, a small calories boost can keep your spirits high.Pack: Unsalted mixed nuts, peanut butter, popcorn, fresh fruit, and string cheese.
Step 8: Take a piece of gum.
It is possible to focus your mind by chewing gum.If you feel stressed, anxious, or bored, try having a stick of gum.
Step 9: Put on your headphones.
Many people have music on their smart phones.Bring your phone and headphones with you if you are going to be waiting.You should not wear headphones while driving.You can use your car radio to listen to music or audiobooks.You can use your phone to learn a new language if you can speak out loud.
Step 10: You can open a book.
Reading a book is perhaps the most tried and true method of self- entertainment.You can see people reading on the bus, at the doctor's office, or in line at a grocery store.When there are dull moments, keep a book or magazine in your bag.You can get e-books on your phone.You can borrow books for free at the library.If you're not a big reader, you can work on a crossword.
Step 11: Don't have a conversation.
Talking to someone around you is a great way to pass the time.Striking up a conversation is a great way to learn.You could even become a friend.Open with a smile, nod, or wave.Say something like, "WOW, these lines are long today!" and then ask for a small favor.
Step 12: You can play on your phone.
There are many ways to entertain yourself if you are in a situation where you can use your phone.You have more options if you are connected to the internet.If you need a new idea for passing the time with your phone in your hand, here are a few.
Step 13: Get lost in your thoughts.
If you are stuck in a dull situation, such as school or work, you can still find ways to distract yourself and pass time.Getting lost in your own thoughts is one of the easiest ways to do this.There is a happy memory.It will play out like a movie.Don't think about the future.Think about a decade from now.Take a moment to remember a favorite movie or television show.Think about your favorite character.Think about your favorite song.Is it possible to sing all the lyrics in your head?Don't ruminate on negative thoughts and focus on positive thoughts.
Step 14: People are watching.
Waiting almost always involves being around a bunch of other people.It's a great way to pass the time because people watch.There are people waiting.Imagine what their lives are like.What details do you know about them?If you like fashion, pay attention to what they are wearing.Is it possible to build an outfit from the pieces they have on?Look at relationships and interactions.Imagine how these people met.
Step 15: You can play classroom bingo.
With a bit of planning, you can play a game of classroom bingo with your friends.Either create your own bingo board or download one from the internet.You should mark off squares when you see them.You win when you fill an entire row.There is a prize for the winner if you are playing with friends.Professor wearing a sweater vest is one of the ideas for squares.Someone who knows they're in the wrong class.A couple is annoying.A person is eating an entire meal.A person is wearing a sweatshirt.
Step 16: Make sure you pay attention.
If you are at work or in class, you may not be able to distract yourself.You might try to pay attention.If you take notes and engage the material, it will take less time for the lecture to go on.If you try harder to engage with your work, it will pass more effectively.It's not enjoyable.Sometimes paying attention or trying to work harder is the best way to stay patient.