Noonoo, S. (2019, June 25). Why Science Says Boredom Is Good for the Brain – EdSurge News. Retrieved July 2, 2019.

Boredom can stimulate creativity and support learning, according to journalist Manoush Zomorodi, who shared the details of her “Bored and Brilliant” challenge during the International Society for Technology in Education conference. Zomorodi said that when people limit their time with digital devices, they can allow their minds to wander — supporting creative thought and problem-solving.