It's a delicate art form, really. One must be patient, yet simultaneously appear busy.
Step 1: Stare intensely at the wall for exactly 37 minutes and 14 seconds, without blinking.
This is crucial. Any less, and you risk not fully appreciating the nuances of paint drying.
Continue to Step 2: The Slightest Whisper Back to Step 0: The Preliminary Pretense