It's easy for kids get antsy at the end of a long weekend — and for parents to be out of things to do. We're here to help.
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| Today's Issue: How to Fight Boredom |
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It's easy for kids get antsy at the end of a long weekend — and for parents to be out of things to do. A fun back-pocket activity that also burns some energy? Take a deck of cards and assign an movement to each suit (think: diamonds = jumping jacks; clubs = funky dance moves; hearts = make a funny face etc.) Shuffle the deck, draw a card, and then perform the amount of the activity displayed (i.e. a two of clubs equals two funky dance moves). Keep drawing cards until everyone is tired of laughing, tired of jumping, or, well, tired of the game. You won’t reach the bottom of a deck, but that’s not the point. The point was to kill 10 minutes and get some of the wiggles out. Hell, if you want to use this for yourself, just assign an exercise to each suit and deal yourself out a workout.
But remember: Boredom isn’t all bad. If we accept boredom and lean into it as an opportunity for increased creativity and deeper connection, both parents and children benefit. So, fill some of the time today, but leave some space for moments where there’s nothing to do. Because, often, that’s when the most happens. |
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