Waiting in Line: How to Make it More Bearable and Not Let it Drive You Crazy

Waiting in line can get very frustrating because it feels like an eternity. But there are ways to make the wait more bearable and prevent it from driving you crazy. If you follow some of the tips in this article, you will never again be frustrated about waiting in line.

The Psychology Behind Waiting in Line

Before we show how to make waiting in line more tolerable, let's first understand why it is something that people dread, and don't even want to think about.

When we're doing something we enjoy, time seems to fly by quickly. On the other hand, when we're bored and restless, time seems to drag on and on. To many people, there's nothing more boring than waiting in line. People often say to themselves, "Why am I doing this, when I can be doing something more worthwhile? This is driving me crazy!"

Tips for Making the Most of Your Time in Line

Waiting in line is boring. Naturally, you want to take away the boredom. Here are four ways you can do this.

Bring a Distraction

Bring something with you to the line that will interest you, and take your mind off having to wait.

You can bring a book, or a device. Bring your iPhone and play games. Also, you can bring your iPad and surf the internet while you're waiting. Get involved in something. Once you get into it, and get interested, you will quickly forget where you are.

Here's something else you can do

This I highly recommend, especially if you are waiting in a long line!

Stream a movie you like, and watch it while you're waiting.

Once you get into the movie, you will be so wrapped up in it that you may be disappointed when your name is called, and the clerk says, NEXT!

Having something to focus on and entertain you will make the time fly by.

Engage with Others

Strike up a conversation with the person next to you in line. Not only will this help pass the time, but you may also make a new friend or learn something interesting along the way.

Who knows? The person you meet may be the one person in the world who will change your life. You never know!

Practice Mindfulness

Pay attention to your surroundings, take deep breaths, and focus on the present moment. This can help reduce feelings of impatience and frustration.

Plan Ahead

If you know you'll be waiting in line for a while, plan ahead and make the most of your time. Use the opportunity to catch up on emails, make a to-do list, or brainstorm ideas for a project.

Get Creative

In February of this year, we published an article entitled, How to Be More Creative and Get New Ideas: A Most Unusual Method that Works Every Time. In this, we explained how many successful people came up with their ideas when they were bored. Nothing is more boring than waiting in line. So this is the perfect time to test this theory.

Clear your mind, and see what thoughts come into your head. Who knows? This could also be a life-changing moment for you.

Conclusion

While waiting in line may never be a completely enjoyable experience, there are ways to make it more bearable and prevent it from driving you crazy. By trying the tips recommended in this article, you can turn the waiting game into a productive and even enjoyable experience. So next time you find yourself stuck in line, remember these tips and make the most of your time.

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