When was the last time you felt bored?

Conversation - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

Boredom often feels uncomfortable, and we usually try to escape it by reaching for our phones or filling every minute with distractions. But what if boredom is actually useful? In this session, we’ll explore how boredom can spark creativity, help us reflect, and make exciting moments feel more meaningful.

In this session, we'll:
- Discuss why people today are so afraid of boredom
- Look at how boredom can open space for creativity and imagination
- Share personal stories about boring and exciting experiences
- Rethink how to embrace boredom as a healthy part of life

This will be a conversation where you’ll leave with a fresh perspective on something most people avoid.

Questions list

1. What do you usually do when you’re bored?

2. Do you think boredom is always negative? Why or why not?

1. Why do people today avoid boredom so much?

2. What role do phones and social media play in avoiding boredom?

3. Can you think of a time when being bored actually led you to do something creative?

4. Do you think children today experience less boredom than before? Why?

5. How can boredom help us understand ourselves better?

6. What do you think about the idea that boredom can make happiness more intense?

7. What strategies could someone use to embrace boredom instead of running away from it?

8. If boredom is a tool for creativity, how can businesses or schools use it in a positive way?

1. You'll have 6 to 10 minutes to have a free talk.

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Be kind and respectful to everyone.

No flirting! If someone doesn’t want to share their social media or phone number, respect their choice.

Let everyone have a chance to speak.

Please avoid smoking or drinking while talking.

Keep your camera on at all times.

Note: If you break any of these rules, you may be banned

Leandro V

Session Details

Sep. 01 Mon , 19:00

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