Boredom is a common feeling that many experience from time to time. It can stem from dissatisfaction or lack of interest in an activity, or when one is feeling energetic but does not have anything to do. Research suggests that some individuals are more prone to experiencing boredom more frequently. This may be linked to decreased attention span, self-control, and self-esteem. In other cases, boredom may be used to mask emotional pain, such as childhood trauma. Being in a chronic state of boredom