I totally get that feeling — sometimes having free time and nothing exciting to do is somehow more frustrating than being busy. For me, I mix things up depending on my mood: sometimes it’s reading weird niche blogs, trying a random hobby like sketching or baking, or even just exploring new indie games.
One thing that’s surprisingly fun (and addictive in the best way) is a browser sprinting game called
Speed Stars. It’s simple but super satisfying — kind of like a rhythm reflex challenge. Great for killing a few minutes and feeling weirdly accomplished after. Might be worth a try if you’re feeling stuck!