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Things to Do Instead — Avoid Risky Behaviors

Maybe you’re tempted to experiment with risky behavior such as inhalents, drugs, alcohol, or unprotected sex just because you’re bored or not involved in an activity you enjoy. If so, this list of Things to Do is for you.

Read through them all and then come up with a few of your own. You’re bound to find at least one thing better to do with your time.

• Draw
• Read a book
• Go bird watching
• Write letters
• Take a computer class
• Visit the zoo
• Play tag
• Work part time
• Crochet an afghan
• Take your dog for a walk
• Build and fly a kite
• Join a team sport
• Pick up litter
• Bake cookies
• Recycle
• Jog
• Fold laundry
• Start a flower garden
• Ride the bus
• Surprise your younger siblings – play with them
• Try tofu
• Redecorate your room
• Join a club
• Change the sheets on your bed
• Visit an art museum

Now come up with some ideas of your own:

Sources:

1. 25 Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs. Connecticut Clearinghouse.

2. Keeping Boredom at Bay. DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education).

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