hi gayle,
I feel the same way too. when im bored I usually would find a distraction for me to do . I do something on my high anxiety list that my therapist and I worked on in counseling .
For High Anxiety
1) Physical activity
2) Deep breathing
3) Mindfulness box
4) Guided imagery
5) Progressive muscle relaxation exercises
6) Diversions and distractions
7) Counteracting thoughts
a. Think positive
8) Relaxation techniques
9) Journaling
10) Mindfulness meditation
11) STOP technique for impulses







Diagnosis: Anxiety and depression
meds : Cymbalta 90mgs at night
Vistrail 2 25 mgs daily for anxiety prn
50 mgs at night for insomnia