Article: When you are out running errands, keep your eyes open for flyers advertising social events that are going on. Many places around your town might offer a bulletin board where such events can be advertised such as supermarkets, libraries, universities, community centers, etc. You can also search the internet for events in your area. Try searching for "local events in [insert name of town]." Don't be afraid to try out something new, even if you've never done it before. For example, if you see a flyer for free group dancing lessons, try it out! Don't let opportunities for fun pass you by! Having a hobby is a great way to do something productive and fun. If you don't already have a hobby or are bored with your current hobby, try out something new. If you already have a hobby that is really fun for you, make time to engage yourself in that hobby. If you're not sure what new hobby you want to try out, try sitting down with a piece of paper and writing down anything that sounds like fun to you, no matter what it is. If you could do anything right now, what would it be? Doing this will help you find things that are fun for you. You may have something you've always wanted to try, but have been putting it off because you think it's silly or simply because you haven't made the time. Whatever the reason, there is no better time than now. Humans are social animals and, for the vast majority of us, spending time with other people provides us with an opportunity for fun. If you already have a group of friends, nurture those relationships by staying in contact and making time to do stuff together whenever possible. If you don't have any friends, make some new ones! This may seem scary at first, but there are many social groups out there that are created so that people can find each other. If you feel nervous socializing at an event where you don't know anyone yet, remind yourself that socializing is a skill, and it is pretty scary for most everyone at first. Remind yourself that if things aren't going well, you can always leave the event and try again another time. Spending time with others can also lead to more fun because other people may have great ideas about fun activities you hadn't thought of. If you are having a hard time finding social groups in your area, try visiting your local library or community center. People often advertise social events at these locations. You can also search the internet for events in your areas. Try the search terms, "social groups" plus the name of your town. If you enjoy socializing and dancing, then going to a party with friends is a great way to make life fun. You could throw a party at your own home (with your parent's permission if you live with them), you could go to a party at a friend's house, or if there is a party going on at a bar or restaurant in your town, you could go to a party there. The point of a party is to relax, get to know new people, play games, and maybe even dance. If you are old enough to consume alcohol, then please do so responsibly. If you don't drink don't think this means you can't go to parties. Many people who don't drink go to parties and have just as much fun as anyone. If you don't want people to ask why you aren't drinking, just have a sparkling water with lemon in a glass, and most people won't even notice. Even if you don't consider yourself artistic, doing something creative can be great fun. It can be anything you enjoy doing, and the end result doesn't have to look nice or pretty. The point is to do something that is fun for you. For example, it may seem childish, but many people enjoy finger painting. You can also draw, color, or do any kind of creative activity that you enjoy. You can do this alone or with friends, whichever you prefer. Adult coloring books have recently become very popular, and many people claim that they are a great way to relax and relieve stress. Volunteering can help you make life fun in many ways. If you can volunteer doing an activity that you enjoy doing anyway, it will be fun for you. It will make you feel fulfilled because you know you've done something good to help out your community, and you can also meet new people, which can lead to more fun activities. Volunteer for an activity that you will enjoy. For example, if you really love spending time with animals, volunteer at an animal shelter. If you enjoy being in nature, volunteer with a local conservation group. Exercise helps us to let off steam, which means that it helps us to be happier. This doesn't have to mean going to the gym and doing hundreds of crunches. It can be whatever it is that is fun for you. For example, you can do an exercise class that involves dancing. You could go play soccer or basketball with friends, or you could go for a bike ride. If it is fun and also gets your heart rate up, go for it. If you enjoy going for a run or you find spending an hour or two at the gym lifting weights then, by all means, do that. This could refer to making excuses to a friend about why you can't go with them to see a movie or making an excuse for yourself. When we don't really feel like doing something, but don't have a good reason not to, we will tend to try and make up an excuse to justify why we didn't do something. Try to be aware of this tendency, and if you notice yourself doing it, stop. For example, if you were planning to go for a swim in the afternoon, but you find yourself making an excuse about why you should go home instead, stop and think about it for a minute. Do you actually need to go home or are you just feeling a bit tired? Remind yourself that being active and doing something will help you get past that lack of energy you are feeling. If you want to make life more fun, challenge yourself by saying, "Yes!" whenever someone invites you to do something (as long as it is safe to do so). Doing this will lead you to meeting new people and trying out things you might not have gotten to try otherwise. Try to make it a personal rule to say, "yes" anytime you don't have something else going on and you can afford to do so. For example, although you may have been looking forward to going home and relaxing after school, if someone invites you to come play frisbee in the park don't turn them down! Remember, in most cases, you will be glad you went even if you were feeling lazy beforehand.

What is a summary?
Look around for activities in your community. Try out a new hobby. Make time for socializing. Go to a party. Do something creative. Spend time volunteering. Get some exercise. Avoid making excuses. Say yes to opportunities.