Dr. Pete's Guide to Absurdity - Step 3: Inventing Reasons to be Bored

You've made it to Step 3 of Dr. Pete's Guide to Absurdity! Congratulations! Now, let's get to the good stuff: Inventing Reasons to be Bored.

You see, being bored is not just a state of mind, it's a skill. A skill that requires creativity, patience, and a willingness to stare at a wall for hours on end.

Step 3.1: Inventing Boredom-Inducing Scenarios

• Imagine a world where pineapples are the only food that grows on trees. How would you survive?
• Create a character who is trapped in a never-ending loop of watching paint dry.
• Design a city where all the streets are exactly 37.5 feet long, but only 3 feet wide.

Pick a scenario, and get creative! Think about all the ways you can make yourself bored to tears.

Step 3.2: The Art of Doing Nothing

Sometimes, the best way to be bored is to simply do nothing. No, really, just nothing. No thinking, no planning, no action. Just sit there and stare at the wall.

Step 3.3: The Absurdity of Procrastination

Procrastination is the lifeblood of the bored. It's a delicate balance of doing just enough to feel slightly productive, but not enough to actually accomplish anything.

Next Steps:

• Go to Step 4: Inventing Ways to Procrastinate.
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