I have recently realised that I have posted about why boredom is a trigger without really addressing what to do about it.
As Charles says – having a plan is key. Working from our logical mind instead of our emotional one also helps.
It strikes me that if boredom IS an emotional response, then it makes sense to look at what is causing that reaction. Is there a pattern? If I wasn’t bored what would I be feeling?
For me – I have realized that boredom usually means that there is some sort of action that I need to take. Something that I am putting off – some form of procrastiation.
And the real truth is that I can’t say what YOU can do about boredom. I am not an expert on what you are feeling. The biggest expert on you is YOU. Recovery from gambling is something that you need to find your own way out of. All I can do is support. I hope this helps!