Honestly, boredom has never really made me do anything I regret. I’m not bored all the time like that, and whenever I do get bored, I usually know how to deal with it. Most times, I just pick up my phone, play a movie I already downloaded, and before I know it, I’m laughing or smiling at my screen. Movies have always been my go-to whenever I feel restless.
But there was one time boredom felt different. It wasn’t just boredom. It was loneliness. This happened over seven years ago, and it was during the Christmas period like this. Back then, my mum was working in another town, so during holidays, my brother and I usually traveled to stay with her. So from there we wanted to travel back to our main town for Christmas. Christmas was always a big deal for us. Everyone was excited, packing bags, making plans, and talking about food and family.
Then I got sick. It wasn’t anything too serious, but I was weak and couldn’t travel. My mum decided it was best for me to stay back and rest while she and my brother went ahead. When it was time for them to leave, I stood at the gate and waved goodbye, trying to act strong. But immediately they drove off, I broke down in tears.
The house felt too quiet. Too empty. I went inside and just sat there for a while, feeling sorry for myself. Then I remembered my brother’s laptop. At that time, I was really into Korean dramas. Boys Before Flowers was reigning then, and I had a couple of other Korean movies saved on that laptop. So I picked it up, sat comfortably on the couch, and pressed play. And just like that, my mood slowly changed.
I started laughing at funny scenes, smiling at romantic ones, and before I knew it, I wasn’t thinking about Christmas or the fact that I was alone anymore. For those few hours, it felt like I had company, even though it was just fictional characters on a screen. By evening, I felt much better. Looking back now, that day taught me something real, boredom isn’t always about having nothing to do. Sometimes it’s about missing people. Sometimes it’s about not being where you want to be. And sometimes, all you need is a simple distraction to help you breathe again.
Now, whenever boredom shows up, I handle it differently. I watch movies, listen to music, chat with friends, or even just sleep. I don’t let it swallow me like it did that day. That Christmas didn’t break me. If anything, it showed me how strong I could be on my own.
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