8 Tips to Overcome Boredom When Stuck in Traffic during Eid Homecoming

VIVA – Entering the Eid homecoming season, many people prepare their physical, mental, and health during the trip because the long traffic jam. Nevertheless, homecoming is one of the most awaited moments by the community every year. During this homecoming, here are some tips to overcome boredom during the trip. 

1. Have a conversation with family or friends 

It is better to go home with family or friends. This is because, during long traffic jams, you can overcome boredom by chatting with them. Having a conversation at this moment can also strengthen relationships. 

2. Listen to music 

Listening to music on smartphone or the radio car can also help relieve boredom when stuck in traffic. In addition to music, travelers can also try listening to podcasts or audiobooks to enrich their knowledge while traveling. 

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Puncak Arus Mudik, Kendaraan Lintasi Tol Cikupa Tangerang-Merak

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• Sherly (Tangerang)

3. Play mobile games 

Feeling bored during homecoming traffic can also be handled by playing games. Playing games also help relieve stress during the trip and calms the mind. 

With the development of social media, of course creating content, one of which is Tik Tok, can also be done when stuck in traffic. Eid homecoming done together with family members will make Tik Tok content more lively and compact. 

So, it can help kill the boredom of being stuck in the Eid homecoming traffic. 

Being stuck in traffic often makes us feel hungry and thirsty. Therefore, don't forget to bring enough snacks and drinks to fill your stomach and relieve your thirst. 

Besides being able to handle boredom, snacks, and drinks can also help travelers stay awake and fit during the homecoming trip. 

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Kemacetan pemudik di jalan lintas Bekasi Kota

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• VIVA/Deni

You can also take advantage of the time when stuck in traffic by watching movies or dramas that you like. Listening to movies can make your mind fresher and more relaxed. Because it cannot be denied that traffic jams are indeed very uncomfortable and tiring. Not only that, but you will also feel bored because you are waiting for a long time in the car. 

Therefore, watching a movie can be an alternative activity that can be done when stuck in traffic. 

One way to overcome the feeling of bored when stuck in traffic is to read a book, be it a novel, biography, or book with other genres. 

Books can be a good friend to accompany when stuck in traffic because they can distract us from boredom. Make sure the book you bring is suitable for your taste. 

If all of the above methods don't work, try to take a break. Being stuck in traffic is tiring. Therefore, you need to rest your body for a while. Taking a short break can help your body and mind get refreshed and ready to continue your Trip. 

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Feeling bored during homecoming traffic can also be handled by playing games. Playing games also help relieve stress during the trip and calms the mind.