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Once you start scrolling through these interesting subreddits, staying at home won't seem so boring after all.
ByEmma Roth
May 12, 2020
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When you're stuck at home, it's only natural that boredom will follow. Thankfully, we have access to Reddit, one of the best websites for endless entertainment.
Some of the most interesting posts wind up on Reddit—including all kinds of surprising facts, heated discussions, philosophical debates, conspiracies and mysteries, unusual Q&A sessions, perplexing data graphs, and so much more.
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But with Reddit consisting of thousands of subreddit communities, combing through the crappy ones and finding the ones worth your time can be tough.
That's why we've narrowed it down to the best subreddits that are active, engaging, and worthwhile. Here are some of the most interesting subreddits to kill time when you're bored.
1. r/UnresolvedMysteries
If you're a fan of true crime TV shows and documentaries, you'll spend all day browsing r/UnresolvedMysteries.
This fascinating subreddit features in-depth posts detailing real-life mysteries that have never been solved—with most of them involving murders or people who have gone missing.
As you read each post, you can't help but wonder what really happened, and why each case has never been solved.
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2. r/ConspiracyTheories
On r/ConspiracyTheories, you have to pick and choose what you want to believe. You'll find discussions of both well-known and obscure conspiracy theories, ranging from aliens and UFOs to the assassination of JFK.
True or not, these interesting discussions will probably change your view of the world.
Note that you should probably avoid the larger r/Conspiracy subreddit, which has been overtaken by political users. r/ConspiracyTheories is better for actual conspiracy theories.
3. r/TodayILearned
Want to learn something new? Start browsing r/TodayILearned (TIL), and you're bound to find out dozens of new facts on a daily basis. Each fact is pretty random, but you'll never find one that's not fascinating.
4. r/MildlyInteresting
The pictures on r/MildlyInteresting aren't incredibly interesting, hence the name Mildly Interesting.
Still, the pictures are interesting enough to scroll through for hours. You might find a photo of an oddly shaped fruit, or even a rare snapshot of an albino deer.
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5. r/IAmA
r/IAmA gives you the opportunity to ask unique people some of your most burning questions.
Here, you'll find scientists, actors, writers, show producers, as well as people with uncommon professions and special abilities, all of whom are ready to answer your questions.
You can finally find out what it's like to be involved in a specific career or situation, right from the source.
6. r/ExplainLikeImFive
r/ExplainLikeImFive isn't the place for long-winded scientific explanations—that's what makes it one of the best subreddits to learn complex information.
Whenever someone posts a question, other Redditors will answer as if the original poster is five years old. That means any complicated information is simplified and much easier to understand.
7. r/DataIsBeautiful
Even if you're not into math or statistics, you can still appreciate the content on r/DataIsBeautiful. You'll find everything from bar graphs, pie charts, line graphs, and other representations of data presented in an aesthetically-pleasing manner.
It's a great way to find out a wide array of information—while one post might show a graph of the wealthiest people in the world, another might have a chart depicting the screentime of characters from The Office.
8. r/OddlySatisfying
r/OddlySatisfying consists of pictures and videos that are strangely satisfying to see. Most of the posts show something that's done perfectly, making it pleasant to look at.
Beautiful architecture, neat cable management, and precise artwork are just some of the satisfying things you'll find here.
9. r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix
Have you ever experienced something odd that has no logical explanation? r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix is dedicated to that phenomenon. Redditors gather here to post their unusual experiences, and most of them are downright inexplicable.
10. r/Confession
It takes a lot of guts to reveal your deepest darkest secrets. On r/Confession, Redditors admit to any past crimes and wrongdoings that they've been hiding for years (or even hours).
That said, reading these stories of regret is always interesting—it might even inspire you to post a confession of your own!
Kill Time and Boredom on Reddit
Start browsing these interesting subreddits, and you definitely won't be bored. Whether you prefer reading in-depth posts or scrolling through captivating videos, Reddit will make your day go by much faster. And there's plenty more to explore!
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