You let your mind wander and follow it where it goes. When you reach your breaking point, boredom teaches you to respond constructively, to make something happen for yourself. It’s especially important that kids get bored — and be allowed to stay bored — when they’re young. Pamela Paul is the editor of the Book Review and a co-author of the forthcoming book “How to Raise a Reader." Follow The New York Times Opinion section on Facebook, Twitter (@NYTopinion) and Instagram.

Source: New York Times February 02, 2019 19:41 UTC