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Anonymous

07/09/19 at 8:58PM UTC

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Lifestyle & Relationships

What do you love to waste time on?

I think "guilty pleasures" are a very important part of being productive when it's time. They're different than hobbies, because there's no real growth intended, and that's pretty freeing. They're definitely not celebrated enough! How do you love to waste time? I like to watch bad TV shows on TLC and spend time on illustration Instagram.

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Sam24,

890

07/09/19 at 9:21PM UTC

I love to sew and embroider. Not sure if I'd consider it a complete waste of time because I make lots of cool decorations for my apartment, but I don't really do anything with my designs other than keep them for myself (and give one to my mom once in a while) lol

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Dana Barnes,

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Academic and Career Advisor

07/09/19 at 9:41PM UTC

I love to waste time watching some of my favorite TV shows on TLC, MTV, and VH1 because they are entertaining and help me to take my mind off the busy work week I have.

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acumonk,

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FT acu + people mgr at sumo.com/appsumo.com

07/09/19 at 10:55PM UTC

SO. MUCH. READING. and crossword puzzles! good for the brain but not super productive :D

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Megan Smolen,

1.15k

Director of Community at Fairygodboss

07/11/19 at 12:46PM UTC

Same!

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JessicaK,

123

Marketer. Powered by sports, wine & fashion.

07/10/19 at 1:54AM UTC

Agreed "guilty pleasures" are important! When I need to tune out, I either play Candy Crush or resort to some Real Housewives or KUWTK. I will try to set my phone down too so I can truly just tune in and not think of anything at that given time.

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Michelle R London,

25

Multi-talented administrative, Writer/Editor

07/10/19 at 2:39AM UTC

I'm a TV junkie in my spare time. It's definitely a guilty pleasure for me. And a nap once in a while falls in that category, too.

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LadyPele,

2.01k

Project Manager

07/10/19 at 11:22AM UTC

I'm almost embarrassed to admit it, but I play games on pch.com (must have an ad blocker). Players win virtual tokens that they can turn in for chances on physical prizes. And I now get to say that I'm a two time Publisher Clearing House winner when asked to tell something about myself (too bad it was only $10 and $50).

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Cassy,

1.14k

07/10/19 at 3:41PM UTC

When I waste time, it's usually on television. I can get addicted to pretty much any show and I have a huge list of things I want to watch!

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Heather Dutchess,

69

God. Family. Business.

07/10/19 at 3:43PM UTC

I really enjoy browsing on Pinterest and social media. I also like looking at houses for sale on different Websites, like Zillow and Realtor.com. I could spend hours doing either of these things and when I am really stressed I notice I do it more often just to try and mentally escape the chaos.

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Megan Smolen,

1.15k

Director of Community at Fairygodboss

07/11/19 at 12:50PM UTC

I love looking at homes for sale! Especially when it comes to comparing and contrasting neighborhoods and city prices. Have you checked out Redfin? I know the app isn’t in all cities but it’s a great user experience for checking out listings.

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Heather Dutchess,

69

God. Family. Business.

07/11/19 at 2:22PM UTC

I haven’t heard of that app. I’ll check it out. My area is usually last to a lot of things like that. Thank you!

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Megan Smolen,

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Director of Community at Fairygodboss

07/11/19 at 6PM UTC

Of course!

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KatieM45,

443

Mom, story-teller, social media professional.

07/17/19 at 4:37PM UTC

Haha... I have a Zillow obsession. I check it everywhere and all.the.time to look at houses in the area.

Maggie S,

506

Business and Data Analysis Consultant

07/17/19 at 5:41PM UTC

Oh man, I adore a trashy Hallmark movie.

Ari Núñez, M.S.,

183

Process improvement, problem solving.

07/17/19 at 6:38PM UTC

Forgive me for saying this, but I will take a nap or sleep when there's time. I truly believe, as working women, we don't get enough shut eye!

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