What do you love to waste time on?

Anonymous

July 9,2019 at 8:58PM UTC

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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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AnonymousJuly 9,2019 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 BarnesJuly 9,2019 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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Rachel WeisbergJuly 9,2019 at 10:55PM UTC
SO. MUCH. READING. and crossword puzzles! good for the brain but not super productive :D
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AnonymousJuly 11,2019 at 12:46PM UTC
Same!
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Jessica K.July 10,2019 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 LondonJuly 10,2019 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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Lady PeleJuly 10,2019 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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AnonymousJuly 10,2019 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 DutchessJuly 10,2019 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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AnonymousJuly 11,2019 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 DutchessJuly 11,2019 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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AnonymousJuly 11,2019 at 6:00PM UTC
Of course!
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Katie MaloneJuly 17,2019 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.
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Maggie BJuly 17,2019 at 5:41PM UTC
Oh man, I adore a trashy Hallmark movie.
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Ariana NunezJuly 17,2019 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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Jennifer HydukFebruary 13,2020 at 7:59PM UTC
I love this! I'm so guilty of indulging in things when no one is around to judge me. My top "wasters" are 1. Bravo & E TV Shows- All of them. Housewives, Below Deck, Million Dollar Listing, The Kardashians. 2. Eating crap - Cheap tacos, corn dogs, cupcakes, chips... 3. Redfin & Zillow - Trolling old neighborhoods to see who's selling and for what. Trolling beach houses I can't afford. 4. Shopping online- Skin Care, Makeup, Bedding. Usually filling a cart and not purchasing. 5. Instagram rabbit hole - All the crazy influencers, celebrities and people I know who lead seemingly fabulous lives.
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