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A bored mind can
be the canvas upon which innovation is painted, and the womb in which novelty
is nourished. The human mind thrives on novelty. What was
once a source of pleasure can become tedious after a time. Though our lives
are full, boredom lurks around every corner because we innately long for new
experiences. Yet boredom by its very nature is passive. 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 zest for life. When we are troubled by boredom, it is not
that there is nothing to do but rather that we are not stimulated by the
options before us. A bored mind can be the canvas upon which innovation is
painted and the womb in which novelty is nourished. When you identify boredom
as a signal that you need to test your boundaries, it can be the force that
presses you to strive for opportunities you thought were beyond your reach
and to indulge your desire for adventure. |
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