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It doesn’t matter if other people think you’re interesting, it only matters if you think you’re interesting. And all that takes is a few baby steps and a different routine. So wake up 15 minutes earlier in the morning, make yourself a breakfast you never eat, and go sit out on the porch with a newspaper. Spend a day going to the movies. Make hanky panky during your lunch hour. It doesn’t have to be big, it just has to be different. Try to think of one thing each day you can do differently. Whether it's taking a different route home, actually cooking dinner for once, or calling up a friend you haven't spoken to in years, give it a try. It's about surprising yourself, not other people. Pick out things in your area which you think might be interesting and give them a visit. There are often many local events going on, especially in summer, which don't involve spending much or any money. By doing these things which aren't part of your routine, you’ll keep yourself surprised and energized. To find these events, read newspapers, go online, look at flyers on the street and in cafes, and talk to friends and strangers (like the girl setting up the mic at your favorite coffee house). You’ll make social connections, too, making you feel doubly productive. When you go on holiday anywhere, the place you’re visiting always seems so much more interesting than where you live. But in reality there is probably lots to do around where you live, you just haven't bothered to look properly since it’s been there all along. Open your eyes; what have you been missing? Go to your local tourist information office and find out what the tourists do in your hometown. There may be museums, boat rides, art galleries or landmarks which you never previously noticed or took interest in. If you keep coming up with excuses why you can't socialize then people will just forget about you and stop inviting you out. Even if you're not that keen on the people going, or the places they're going to, try giving them a chance and go and hang out with them anyway. It doesn’t have to be all the time – just once in a while. Socializing with friends is an instant uplift. If your life is full of work, work, and more work, put the guilt and the responsibility at bay for a day and go out and have fun. You deserve it. On Sunday morning, you probably often find yourself lounging around, popping in and out of Facebook, watching some TV, and just taking it easy (at least, hopefully). Whenever you find you have a moment like that, take it as an opportunity to go do something. Book a night at a local hotel. Find a breakfast brunch buffet. Hop in the car and don’t plan on where you’re going. Be your own “surprisologist.” Make it a point once in a while to have a day dedicated to nothing, where you refuse to make plans. When that day rolls around, do whatever pops into your head. It could be a movie, it could be a trip to the mountains, or it could be somewhere in between. Just listen to your instincts. Not only will the organising keep you occupied, but you'll have a good night to look forward to, and then something to look back on happily. Those around you will likely bring up ideas of things you should try, too. Find these opportunities, too. Are you out listening to live music? Buy the guitarist a drink and strike up a conversation. Get a bite to eat with your new slamball teammates. Sometimes you have to knock on opportunity's door and not the other way around. Instead of spending your weekend at home (though weekends are great wherever you are), plan a trip for just a 2-day getaway. You don’t have to take time off work and it doesn’t have to be expensive – it can even be half an hour away where you spend the entire weekend in a hotel basking in the room service. Just go out and have fun! Is there somewhere fairly close by that you’ve always meant to experience but just never gotten around to it? Take this as a prime opportunity to check it off your list. Even if it only takes an afternoon, it counts. Play tourist for a while, getting away from it all. It's a chance to relax, learn something, and get out of your routine.
Shake up your routine. Find local events such as markets, festivals, and music events to attend. Explore your hometown. Accept all invitations. Do something spontaneous. Organise a party or a night out with your friends. Plan a trip.