You can’t be creative if you’re bored out of your skull. We all feel jaded and restless from time to time, but if you’re suffering from a complete lack of stimulation, try these tricks for snapping out of it:

•  Read something new. Pick a book by an author you’ve never read, or one that covers a subject you know nothing about.
• Get some exercise. Physical activity will get your blood pumping and stimulate endorphin production, making you feel energetic and happier.
• Talk to people. Pick someone you don’t know very well, and find out all you can about him or her.
•  Explore your surroundings. Stop ignoring the sights on your way to work, or at work. Pay attention to all you see — look for something different and original.
• Rearrange your space. Sometimes shifting things around at home or at work can force you to look at your surroundings, and your life, in a new light.
• Try a new recipe. Get out of the rut in your kitchen. Pick a challenging recipe for dinner, or stop making the same old sandwiches for your lunch.