Episode 22: Boredom — Is Doing Nothing Actually Good for You?

Boredom is something most of us try to avoid.We fill the gaps, reach for our phones, and keep ourselves busy — because doing nothing can feel uncomfortable… even unsettling.But what if boredom isn’t something to fix?In this episode of Well, That’s Awkward, Susan and Rachel explore their very different relationships with boredom. Susan rarely feels it at all, while Rachel is beginning to wonder whether boredom might actually be part of her creative process.Together, they ask:Is boredom a sign that something’s wrong — or a signal that something’s about to begin? Is constantly staying busy helping our wellbeing… or quietly exhausting us? And could doing nothing actually be good for our nervous system, creativity, and sense of purpose?As always, it’s an honest, relatable conversation with a few awkward moments along the way.Stay tuned — new episodes every week. It’s midlife, unfiltered — with a side of laughter, mocktails, and mild oversharing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.