Mid-Summer Boredom Buster For Utahns

Summer Vacation is Here

So, you kicked off summer with a rock-solid plan, either jotted down meticulously or bouncing around in your head, and made some fantastic memories along the way. But how do you keep the momentum without slipping into the alarming, "I'm bored" alert?

Never Ending Illusion

One of the culprits is the illusion that this break is endless, which tricks us into thinking that time management doesn’t matter. It’s easy to fall into the trap of endless lounging, convinced there's always tomorrow to do something awesome.

Count Those Summer Days

Enter the mighty countdown list. Reverse-engineer your days by sitting down with your kiddos to brainstorm what they want to achieve before school sneaks up on them is a great trick to keep each free day precious.

Keep it Positive

Now, don't let this turn into a gloomy, end-of-days checklist. Instead, frame it as a fun way to make the most of your time together. Explain that while summer is not unlimited there is plenty of time to make some adventures, check off a bucket list, or even learn something new (be careful bringing up the "L" word during summer break).

Think of local treasures you might have overlooked, our national parks, the water gardens, morning hikes, any stores you wanted to browse together.

The countdown list also subtly preps the kids for the inevitable return to school, so it’s not a sudden, harsh slap in the face. Think of it as a playful reminder that helps everyone make the most of these precious summer days.

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So, whip out those markers, grab some paper, and create a vibrant countdown chart. Each day crossed off is one more opportunity to make unforgettable memories. Happy planning.