"Boredom is definitely a thing of the past. Instead of sitting around with nothing to do or watching the second hand trace around the clock, you can scroll on your phone, listen to music, watch TV - sometimes all at the same time - and instantly chase away the blah feeling. It's why you're no longer bored on the weekends, in waiting rooms, or while trying to fall asleep. All you have to do is scroll social media, and life's instantly exciting again. It's also why the concept of "raw-dogging boredom" is going viral on TikTok. In an effort to take a break from it all, many people are setting a timer for 15 minutes and going into it with nothing - no phone, music, TV, sleep, or even a snack to keep them busy."
"Creator @.katymorris also gave it a try, saying it was "honestly so peaceful" and adding that she would do it again, while @olivia.unplugged vowed to raw-dog boredom for at least 15 minutes every day since "constant stimulation is not meant to be our baseline." While some enjoyed it or saw the benefits, others were bored (and stressed) pretty much immediately. And sure, TikTok users may just be rebranding a meditation or moment of mindfulness, but if it's working, who am I to judge? According to Eliza Davis, LCSW, a psychotherapist and founder of Eliza Davis Therapy, most people hate being bored."
Constant access to screens and entertainment has largely eliminated idle boredom, allowing people to fill every spare moment with stimulation. A TikTok trend called "raw-dogging boredom" asks participants to set a 15-minute timer and sit with nothing — no phone, music, TV, sleep, or snacks — to experience unmediated quiet. Reactions range from finding the exercise peaceful and restorative to feeling immediate stress or restlessness. Some creators compare the practice to meditation or mindfulness. Mental health professionals note that boredom often produces feelings of unproductivity, but intentional boredom can offer attention restoration and awareness-building benefits.
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