Bookish Things To Do When You're Bored

[@ourgreatlittlelife-alexand7993]

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[@bookshelf829]

Congratulations on college!

[@ourgreatlittlelife-alexand7993]

@@bookshelf829 aw thank you ☺️

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Congratulations! I wish you all the luck for your new adventure :)

[@user-js8uo9oz6b]

There is no age for learning

[@stringssetc]

Congratulations!! Hope you have a great learning ahead.

[@ektachauhan1836]

Ruby's content is very unique and comforting. Just love her ❤️

[@wanya_telborn]

Couldn’t agree more ❤

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[@thenoobalmighty8790]

RUBY GRANGER

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[@Nicnac13]

It’s so refreshing to see another unique beautiful person being themselves and unafraid to be different. I have adhd and autism and love and crave time alone in my own little world fully submerged in my special interests. Your channel is such a safe and healing space, especially for those of us who are different to most ❤

[@Hope-xn1sd]

I have ADHD too... I hope u r doing great! :)

[@larrymilliken288]

You are spot-on suggesting writing out quotes and putting them in conspicuous places to reread them! There are so many good suggestions in this video for those of us who like privacy but are not anti-social. “If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain.” ― Emily Dickinson

[@SeerOfTime577]

One of my favorite Emily Dickinson poems!

[@cathycreates]

Ode to Autumn by Keats is a beautiful autumnal poem to learn, write out and illustrate if someone is bored. You could also create an autumnal collage to go with it, make it into a bookmark or pop it in a frame. Or you can use it as a prompt in your journal-write about how you remember a beautiful autumnal day, what elements are standout moments and what autumn can teach us as a season. Finally, you could set up a Pinterest board to collect autumnal images and poetry. Have fun!

[@spaceghosting]

My favourite poem: I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence Two roads diverged in a wood, and I I took the one less traveled by And that has made all the difference✨

[@alesham5296]

i loveee that poem tooo its 'road not taken' by robert frost

[@SanveeRoshan]

the road not taken by frost. I love it too… if you liked this poem, just asking like there can be two different ways the author ends this with. I interpreted that he was kinda happy with his decision and the” sigh” was actually a sigh of relief but it can also be like a sigh of regret. What’d you think? Share your thoughts.😊

[@spaceghosting]

@fd3135 thank you soo much 😊✨

[@spaceghosting]

@@SanveeRoshan yeah that's something to think about but I believe that he's happy with the decision. Because in this world not many are on the right path, so the wrong road will be the one where more people travel by. And so the one less traveled by will be the right path (I am sorry if that doesn't make sense).

[@ourgreatlittlelife-alexand7993]

This was the first poem I memorized! In 6th grade. Best teacher I ever had. The things I learned that year never left me.

[@silvialogan9226]

This was so interesting to print out your own recipe book, write poems, and also read a book in the morning while walking out in the country. I watched 'The Pride and Prejudice' with Keira Knightley twice and it was a very good movie.

[@jesssnellx]

Oh now THIS is the video I never knew I needed

[@stephb1920]

Same here ❤

[@bibliophilianaspecies]

I started making my own notebooks. I‘ve created some as travel journals and I used an AI to design the cover picture for me. It‘s always something I want to experience during my travel and so far this positive manifestation has worked. We were finally able to see the northern lights this year. 🌌

[@steveo5138]

"I really encourage you to just wear a beautiful long dress and take a book outside on a morning walk" I'm usually a jeans and T-shirt man, but I'll give it a go.🙂

[@sophiaisabelle01]

We wish you all the best, Ruby. Keep working hard to achieve your goals.

[@Mrln2901]

Life has been quite hectic recently and watching your videos brings a calmness that I crave, thank you Ruby x

[@BORANATRAVEL]

Ruby is always inspiring me to read more.

[@leeyanaphukan2648]

The timing couldn't have been better. I returned back to the city where i work today, leaving home yet again and the homesickness and blues have been hitting hard. Your content is the hug i needed rn❤

[@thomaswilliamson9531]

I prefer being an introvert, sometimes the social aspect is too much and I just need space to call my own. Thanks for a great video! x have you ever thought of starting a podcast? I'm finishing my masters by december so I will be tucked away working on my final paper. Enjoy the rest of your week Ruby :)

[@doylewitch1327]

I've just stumbled across this video and it's like a representation of a love of reading, of words in the purest way. It's really hard to describe but I found it very Cozy and comforting and homey, some beautiful ideas and inspiration here ♡ thank you xxx

[@novastarburst3939]

Painting on a book when you're not good at painting... Just a waste, of books and paints. There's nice ideas here but ruining books will never be one.

[@sedayusuf2222]

Ruby I just love your content. You have got me into reading, now I just love it. Your content is just lovely! Thank you for your hard work ❤

[@carolsmith9478]

Have a happy late summer filled with walks and books, tea too!

[@lyra1909]

please make a video on how you read so fast. I am so impressed with your read-a-thon videos!

[@lolableu517]

I adore the cookbook idea. It's such a great gift idea for the holidays. Love the video Ruby ❤

[@bethanyyuan]

Your videos are always so motivational! Whether it is being productive or finding time to relax :)

[@asmolyeti6689]

I usually hate videos like this cuz they always were so annoying and super straightforward But this one was very sweet and gave me some wonderful ideas that I actually would want to do and might not have thought of So thank you

[@etherealstrawberry9873]

once i wanted to decorate the first page of my journal, but wasn't sure. in the end i tore out my favourite quotes that i had written down in miscellaneous places and stuck them on the page with some stickers and washi tape. it might be messy, but it makes me really happy when i look at it so it was a success, i'd say!

[@jakecavendish3470]

I have a full-time job but I like to relax by writing books. I've written 5 in the past 8 years and it's also a great way to have a second income as well as doing something enjoyable. When I was younger I memorised about 50% of the Oxford Book of English Verse, it's a fantastic way to keep your brain occupied

[@VioletaGutierrez-tt3sq]

Hi, Ruby! I hope you read this. I'm a VERY big fan of yours I've watched every single video and I just wanted to say that I find you very inspiring and I get so excited when you post a new video.

[@ajmarsh99]

These are so unique, and I love that most of them can be done indoors! Not that I don't like the outdoors, but where I live it gets very hot and humid in the summer, so I need some fun activities that aren't just walking around or laying out. Really appreciate these, Ruby! Thank you!!

[@TitusLivy777]

Could you please list some of your favorite books of poetry. A blog post explaining why you love them would be a nice addition to your website, too. Thanks!

[@JacquelineBeaulieu]

Ruby- the part about painting over the cover of a book made me think of a video where someone was re-binding a book with a custom cover made using a cricut machine. If it interests you, I would love to see you create a custom cover for one of your favourite books! 😀

[@teddycutler1]

I don't for the life of me understand what was wrong with the cover she painted over.

[@lillysummeroriginals1213]

I agree with you but for some people the idea of painting on a book cover could be considered vandalism. I don’t agree with that logic but if she owns a book and that is something she wants to do understanding what it means then who are we to judge?

[@nouspls98]

Really enjoyed watching this, thank youuuuu

[@anitas5817]

The recipe book is amazing!! I love that idea!! This is as a wonderful video full of great ideas. Thank you!

[@mehjabeenshahzad85]

You are a huge inspiration to me and your happiness is infectious. I love your content.❤

[@theahenderson5884]

please never stop making videos!

[@user-me7rl4sx7s]

For more than 3 years, you are still my inspiration❤

[@pavogian]

What lovely idead you have,thank u!it's so refreshing to see some new original ideas that everyone can actually do,I also just subscribed,I'll love to watch more videos from you!💞💞

[@TillywithaT]

You NEED to make a video with you trying all the recipes x

[@lillysummeroriginals1213]

And tell us which book they are from

[@sharmilan8995]

As always, excellent content Ruby and your editing skills are next level!

[@XeniaSketchbookPages]

I usually do bookmarks by my own. I like when there is a special bookmark for every book ❤

[@twilight7457]

Love the idea. What material do you use to make bookmarks?

[@XeniaSketchbookPages]

@@twilight7457 Watercolor paper. I draw some illustrations on it, related to the topic of the book. Or due to the season/my mood 😊

[@anitas5817]

Maybe you could do a video on how you organize your books/your book system.

[@twstef]

im so in love with her voice !!!

[@milenatranchant7137]

when i saw you take "the perks of being a wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky i literally shook my hands in the air because i LOVE that book so so much ToT it made me really happy

[@greysonrome8727]

My favorite suggestions of yours are the writing quotes on pieces of paper and putter, I did this before but the quotes weren't specifically from books, that and I have a lot of saved quotes' on Goodreads, Organizing bookshelves which i need to do with my bookshelf, creating a recipe book from foods mentioned in books you've read, does sound fund. I also like the Idea of walking around outside, while reading (but not wearing a dress because i'm a boy). The only suggestions I don't think i'll try is any of the poetry suggestions because I don't care for poetry, and painting physical book covers, because i don't even like highlighting or writing in physical book, but i do highlight stuff in digital books though.

[@apeacefulworld9095]

@ruby granger these are inspiring, creative and equally fun ideas 🤩 Thank you 😊

[@ashutosh_windsor]

Thanks for sharing this Ruby!

[@celinegraindorge7806]

You let me dream of reading. Thank for introducing majesty into my daily.

[@Yesica1993]

Aw, I love the classic intro/outro.

[@SeerOfTime577]

Lovely ideas, Ruby!

[@lillysummeroriginals1213]

I totally agree. Also the long dress in the very beginning is beautiful. For some reason I can never find dresses or skirts that are comfortable below the knees

[@concreteroads]

Love the rain in your area. You’re cups cubboard is stacked!

[@lorna_ovlov240]

This content is just lovely. I have never been a person that enjoyed reading. Maybe cus I have been forced but I feel like you really show me how much joy reading could be and how much fun it is. It still a commitment for me but Its a lot easier for me now. I dont like to read the classic I am more into aviation and aviation literature and I really want to try out some things of this video. Lovely greeting from Switzerland

[@Ginatus]

Oh cool, what do you mean by aviation literature? Books about flying or pilots? Do you prefer fiction or non-fiction? You should definitely read what interests you, that's the best way of finding books you really enjoy :). Biographies of people you admire can be a great place to start (my husband wanted to read more, so we got him a book about the founder of Amazon haha).

[@lorna_ovlov240]

@@Ginatus i enjoy both but at the moment I am writing my own book about swissair so I am reading a lot of books speaking about it. Some are pilots stories some are just non fiction

[@Ginatus]

@@lorna_ovlov240 Oo, that's so cool! Good luck with your book :) What language will it be in?

[@lorna_ovlov240]

@@Ginatus since I am in Switzerland it will be German first Cus the sources I use are all in German too but I am planning to make an English version

[@SevviClark]

Comment 31 I’ve been obsessed with your videos and bored with life you make so many peoples life happier and brighter hope your taking care of yourselves

[@Books_BrewsandBeyond]

Your videos are always calming Ruby.

[@jade_960]

These ideas are so original ! I’m always trying to find new things to actually ‘do’ as I feel I end up just sitting around so much when I actually want to be at something fun? I’m really excited to try some of these out, especially the little anthology books!

[@miriamjesse1628]

Haha it was the most lovely kind of validation to come to this video anxiously looking for new ideas, only to realise that I do all of them on the regular 😂

[@THE_EMAN6]

Omg this my first video for u I loved u sm every thing about the video is so satisfying and comforting starting from the intro till the end of the video specially ur voice..ur my new fav youtuber♥️

[@FloridaTesfay]

Loved it, thank you>333 I need to get back to writing poems again and this was a great reminder

[@ananyasalonkar1464]

❤❤❤I so needed this. Thank you Ruby❤

[@I.Live.To.Eat688]

Just discovered your channel, life in the country side, so peaceful and beautiful. 🦋🦋🦋

[@iterumm]

in some recent letters i’ve written out poems on a separate sheet and seal it with a sticker !! sent wild geese by mary oliver and maundy thursday by wilfred owen

[@HeronCoyote1234]

Your last suggestion reminded me of something I did in my childhood. My favorite childhood book was Joan Aiken’s “The Wolves of Willoughby Chase”. The poor cousin Sylvia, on the train ride to stay with her rich cousin Bonnie, eats a meal her (I believe) aunt makes for her, tiny thin slivers of ham on a small roll. I used to make these for myself, and eat while reading the book.

[@Cevin.]

I’m in love with all of these ideas and i want to do them immediately. I’ve been feeling so bleh and this will be the perfect grounding activities for my mental health 🫶🏽

[@RubyGranger8]

I hope you do get to try a few of them :)x

[@HeronCoyote1234]

I loved The Night Circus! “Magical realism” is such an interesting, enchanting genre.

[@barbarajackson7043]

Another great video! I especially loved the thought of making a recipe book from all of the books that I've read.

[@bookishels3546]

I LOVE that cookbook idea and the one about making poetry anthologies!! Definitely gonna try some of these :)

[@syednadal9142]

Thanks boss Have a productive week

[@SimoneWhippArtist]

Collecting the literary recipes is such a good idea! 😊

[@janniagonzalez5459]

The cooking book to give it away sounds like an amazing idea!

[@Zyy225]

Thank you so much for this Ruby ❤Being an introvert.. it's very helpful as you brought the tips or suggestions from an introvert's perspective

[@ahanagobind7288]

Clicked as soon as I saw this😊

[@justamberreading]

As always, love your content. It always come at the best needed moments!

[@quietnough]

it is very calming and relaxing experience just to watch it. lovely video, thank you

[@FreakUsOut]

Thank you so much for keeping introverts in mind when making this video!

[@idolivercampos]

Love for books, determination, passion for words,❤

[@Indk1686]

I always use to go on phone 10-20min and wate time alaysss Thanks for this😌❣️

[@emilygraham3446]

All these ideas are lovely but that cookbook idea! 😍

[@peachyjoon6673]

i love the recipe book so much

[@Itzzzlauren]

I absolutely adored this video! Thank you for these ideas!

[@jane9875]

as a fellow introvert love Ruby

[@musikhamster01]

I love recommendations for introverts! Thank you!

[@lunaginebra]

I just found your channel and I immediately loved it! It’s so cozy and nice and makes me want to read even more ❤ (new subscriber of course)

[@AveryLois]

I love this video, it’s so comforting ❤

[@imaginationsmusic1985]

My two favorite poems so far is "Nothing Gold Can Stay" by Robert Frost ("The Outsiders" anyone?) And "El Dorado" by Edgar Allen Poe (James Caan's character Mississippi recites it throughout the John Wayne movie "El Dorado")

[@kanna1968]

Thank you Ruby, this is super impressive!! Your video made me want to engage more with my favourite books!!

[@codyclaeys2008]

No penguin classics! lol my go to in thrift stores

[@nora1387]

Hello Ruby, could you provide the links to the recipes in a pinned comment or description box? It would be nice to learn new dishes and it would be nice for the people who cared to share it too :)

[@gulidaazamova2861]

I love you Ruby you always motivate me to study ❤️😘 Love from Uzbekistan ❤

[@shidehhafezi6826]

Do you ever donate some of your books? If so, how do you decide which ones to donate?

[@lillysummeroriginals1213]

Here is it simplified. If your bookshelf represented you, someone could easily see by looking at the books displayed on your bookshelf what you like to read and who you are what books would you get rid of? Use this to figure out which books are less valuable and then narrow that down to which book you can get rid of. Your bookshelf does not need to represent you 100% but rather if there’s anything you have not read in over six months, anything you are not interested anymore that have no value, or anything you do not remember what it is about and will not read again are all great ideas to get rid of. You could always store some books away in a box for a week somewhere you do not go often and if you do not think of it in that time use that value booklet to figure out they are not as meaningful. Getting rid of books can be extremely challenging but hopefully these questions and ideas will help you. Also I am legally blind

[@Charlotte335ab]

Always great thank you ❤

[@hannah.in.wonderland]

I love this Ruby!

[@olgat.155]

Wonderful ideas really, loved the recipe booklet. ❤

[@taptipandit1361]

Thank you so much ruby ! I hope one day I see self help book collection too❤

[@asma-ek9zr]

the recipe booklet you made is so beautiful, wow.

[@lillysummeroriginals1213]

A few more ideas. Be a character for a day. Select a book character and even if you are just going on a walk or spending the day at home be them. Act like them, do anything they would do, and just have fun with it. This is fun pretend to be a perfect spouse for character. Choose a character and think about what they would want from a partner. Then try to be that person, similar to the last idea but a little bit different. Finally, try to reference books in day-to-day life. Look at the world around you, look at the Internet, and try to reference books. This might be a little bit more dark academia related than any other ideas on my list but it still can be quite fun and creative. Hope you find something on this extra list of ideas that can be interesting. Have a great day

[@daisy-pi6fw]

You are my angel. You save me every time. Just wanted you to know this.

[@AuthorJgDow]

Have a go at Cracking Ibiza for a light, uplifting novel.

[@skyydiary]

This one is probably one of my favourite 💙

[@gru2400]

Ruby is my favorite KZbinr❤

[@Yesica1993]

I have GOT to fix my bookshelves. But, ugh, I'm going to wait for either a rainy day or a cooler day.

[@missjenny1953]

Love the recipe idea!

[@_astrog137]

Love this nail color!!

[@FioccoCockatoo]

Your videos remainds me always of an atmosphere of Xmas in childhood, ur such a nice girl