At a certain point of the year, school becomes about making it to summer break. Those final weeks (or, maybe for some, months) are a test of endurance and tenacity. Once they’re over, it might seem that the only choice to cure your burnout is to scroll mindlessly or maybe marathon those shows you missed while cramming for finals. You deserve a break, after all! But while that’s all well and good, summer also provides ample time to read for pleasure, pick up a new hobby, or do something as simple as get outside and reconnect with nature. Still, with all of that planned out, boredom can strike at any time, and a summer boredom box can save the day.Â
But what is a boredom box? If you haven’t heard of the trend yet, it’s a box filled with analog activities and knick-knacks to ward off boredom (pretty self-explanatory, in all honesty). If you want to create a summer boredom box but have no idea where to start, it may actually be best to find some inspo based on something you are all too familiar with: your major. So, here are some summer boredom box ideas based on 12 popular majors.
English
You probably think the answer will just be “books, books, and more books,” but you’ve had enough of that. Instead, why not practice a new artistic medium with coloring books? It might seem juvenile, but nothing makes time fly like coloring within (or outside) the lines.
Business
Business is all about strategy (and a bit of luck) and few things can hone those skills like a pack of cards, whether you grab a friend or two and spend hours playing old favorites, or practice your problem-solving through a solitary game of Solitaire.Â
Mathematics
It’s time to challenge yourself with one of the most difficult tasks of them all: solving a Rubix Cube. You can try working out the exact equation, or maybe just mess around with it and have some fun.
Computer Science
The sciences and the arts are not all that different, which means it’s time to break out those old journals and put your feelings on paper.
Psychology
Engage your hands for a change and give your mind a chance to wander with sculpting. If you don’t want to invest too much money in a new hobby, you can always keep it simple with Play-Doh.
Nursing
Part of being a nurse is building community with patients and fellow healthcare workers, which can be symbolized in the ancient art of friendship bracelet-making. Fill your whole box with Rainbow Loom, string, beads, charms, and anything that takes this childhood classic to the next level.
Economics
You might be used to seeing numbers all day, but playing with numbers is so much fun in a sudoku booklet. Or, if you still get newspapers delivered to your house, maybe it’s time to try some crossword puzzles, too.
Chemistry
Go back to the easy days of childhood with a children’s science kit. These kits come chock-full of easy activities to help you fall in love with science all over again, from baking soda volcanoes to delicious rock candy.
Political Science
If your major is political science — aka, two scary words that make an even scarier major — why not try something a little lighthearted and crochet a Wooble? Not only does this teach you a new skill, but it’ll earn you a new little friend!
Drama
Acting, screenwriting, directing, and anything involving the dramatic arts involves understanding the human condition. You know what else does this? Reading! It might seem simple, but reading is an amazing way to deepen your connection to the world and create more believable characters.Â
Engineering
Oh yeah, time to break out the classics that may or may not have gotten you into engineering in the first place: Legos, of course. Grab multiple small sets and slowly build your collection up, or work your way through a massive set over the course of a few days.
History
You may still be recovering from spending many late nights reading the thickest textbooks ever seen, which means it’s time to finally try out yoga. It may not be the most common boredom box item, but a yoga mat does count!