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Contrary to the belief that boredom is not a silent killer, a study conducted in the late 1980s in London proved that people who often get bored are 2.5 percent more likely to die from heart problems than those who rarely feel boredom. That is probably why we have managed to compile such a colorful and entertaining list of funny people trying to escape from the grips of the yawn.

It seems that being stuck in a never-ending queue, at work without having anything to do, or trying to watch a movie with a stubbornly asleep significant other, wake up the deepest and most creative parts of human imagination. You really don't have to endure being bored witless, but instead, spend your time recreating famous classical paintings with things you found at home, or you can count and separate your gummy bears by color or even make furniture for ants. The possibilities for fun things to do are limitless!

One thing is true when talking about dullness, though - only boring people get bored, and these guys and gals proved to be fruitful imaginarians when it comes to spending their spare time. Check out our funny picture list of the shenanigans these brave people did to save themselves from the increased 2.5 percent risk of future heart problems. Hopefully, you'll find some great hints on what to do when bored! Don’t forget to vote for the most creative ideas.

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I Got Bored With The Drab Walls At My Office, So I Decided To Spruce Them Up A Bit

I Got Bored With The Drab Walls At My Office, So I Decided To Spruce Them Up A Bit

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It Was A Slow Day In The ER

It Was A Slow Day In The ER

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I didn't know slow days in the ER existed. Hospital is always full and crazy when I go there.

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#4

I Hate Philosophy Class, Here Are My Handwritten Notes For Eight Boring Hours

I Hate Philosophy Class, Here Are My Handwritten Notes For Eight Boring Hours

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Got Bored At Lunch So Made Tiny Hats For The Tiny Fosters

Got Bored At Lunch So Made Tiny Hats For The Tiny Fosters

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#11

Berry Bored

Berry Bored

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The naked berries make me uncomfortable. Please give them back their clothes. :)

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Someone Was Bored In A Toilet In Japan

Someone Was Bored In A Toilet In Japan

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#17

I Got Bored Waiting For The Bill So I Drew With Teriyaki Sauce And A Fork

I Got Bored Waiting For The Bill So I Drew With Teriyaki Sauce And A Fork

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#21

Me And My Coworkers Got Bored At Work So We Made A Tea Set Out Of Champagne Tops

Me And My Coworkers Got Bored At Work So We Made A Tea Set Out Of Champagne Tops

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#22

Bored Kids Organized A Ball Pit By Color

Bored Kids Organized A Ball Pit By Color

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Night Owl
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have the urge to fix it so it looks perfect. On the other hand, jumping into it and messing it all up would be fun too

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#23

Looks Like Somebody Got Bored While On The Toilet

Looks Like Somebody Got Bored While On The Toilet

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Hans
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I really want to know what the philosophical meaning of "favorite poo" is.

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#24

I Get Bored And Try To Balance Things So I Ended Up Selling My Soul To Be Able To Do This

I Get Bored And Try To Balance Things So I Ended Up Selling My Soul To Be Able To Do This

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#26

My Girlfriend Was Bored At The Office So She Made The Ultimate Office Crossbow

My Girlfriend Was Bored At The Office So She Made The Ultimate Office Crossbow

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After Crushing And Fracturing His Finger, This Is How My Boyfriend Passed Time While Waiting In The ER

After Crushing And Fracturing His Finger, This Is How My Boyfriend Passed Time While Waiting In The ER

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#31

Bored In Line, These Construction Workers Tried To See What They Could Reach With Their Measuring Tape

Bored In Line, These Construction Workers Tried To See What They Could Reach With Their Measuring Tape

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#32

I Bet You've Never Been This Bored

I Bet You've Never Been This Bored

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Dysania
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Which dimension is this? Who is eating cereals with a freaking fork?

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#34

When You're Bored At Work And The M&M's Aren't Color Coordinated

When You're Bored At Work And The M&M's Aren't Color Coordinated

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

now just mix some skittles into it and change your name tag to "Satan"

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#39

If You're Ever Bored At Work Try Taping An Onion Or Jalapeño On Your Coworker

If You're Ever Bored At Work Try Taping An Onion Or Jalapeño On Your Coworker

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Pseudo Puppy
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

we used to do this, but with pegs / butterfly clips.... the aim was to attach it to a coworker, without them realising it. The "winner" was the one who pegged the most, and was rewarded with drinks bought for them at the end of shift. Or.... the "loser" was the one who got pegged the most, and had to buy everyone else a round. Ah, the joys of working in retail...

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#40

The Guy In Front Of Me Must Have Been Bored In Class

The Guy In Front Of Me Must Have Been Bored In Class

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#41

Went To The Bank Today To Cash A Check, Needless To Say My Boyfriend Got Bored

Went To The Bank Today To Cash A Check, Needless To Say My Boyfriend Got Bored

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#42

At Work We Had Some Free Time, A Lot Of Cardboard And Packing Tape

At Work We Had Some Free Time, A Lot Of Cardboard And Packing Tape

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Needs some more and a little bigger openings and would make a nice cat castle

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#45

You Ever Been So Bored At Work That You Taped Your Hand Into A Claw?

You Ever Been So Bored At Work That You Taped Your Hand Into A Claw?

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SupriyaG
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never, I am a designer so chances are my boss will cut my hands if I ever try that :/

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#47

My Girlfriend Fell Asleep While Watching A Movie And Refused To Wake Back Up. Got Bored And Decided To Have Some Fun

My Girlfriend Fell Asleep While Watching A Movie And Refused To Wake Back Up. Got Bored And Decided To Have Some Fun

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14 Scoops Of Custard. Bored At Work

14 Scoops Of Custard. Bored At Work

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#49

Sometimes When Waiting The Nurse To Take Care Of The Patient Can Take A Long Time. Time For Counter Strike

Sometimes When Waiting The Nurse To Take Care Of The Patient Can Take A Long Time. Time For Counter Strike

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#50

Can You Imagine Yourself Being This Bored That You Would Start Putting Random Plants On Random Cars? Well, Me Neither

Can You Imagine Yourself Being This Bored That You Would Start Putting Random Plants On Random Cars? Well, Me Neither

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