Let’s get real: there are a million great books out there. But sitting down and reading one? HA. That requires a magical window of silence, focus, and free time—which, if you’re a dad, doesn’t exist.
Enter audiobooks: the multitasking miracle. You get to dive into an epic space battle, solve a murder, or fall in love with a sarcastic AI while scrubbing dried mac & cheese off a car seat. That’s power.
đźš— 1. Driving (AKA: My Only Me-Time)
- Commuting? Perfect.
- Stuck in traffic? Even better.
- Carpooling? Congrats, you’re now an audiobook missionary.
- “Running errands”? Code for “I need 45 minutes alone with my space assassin book.”
Sometimes I even volunteer to do the grocery run. Sure, we end up with six bags of shredded cheese and no bread—but I finished two chapters, and that’s what matters.
🏋️‍♂️ 2. Working Out (Yes, It Counts If You Sweat Slightly)
At the gym, while the youths strut around with their protein shakers and biceps named Chad, I’m in the corner laughing at an intergalactic robot with daddy issues.
You might think everyone’s staring at you—sweaty, confused, snort-laughing on the rowing machine. They are. Own it.
🧽 3. Chores (The Real MVP of Listening Time)
- Cleaning the garage?
- Fixing the leaky sink your kids “definitely didn’t touch”?
- Snaking a toilet clogged with paper towels someone swore wasn’t them?
All prime audiobook territory. You’re not just unclogging drains—you’re in a noir thriller set in post-apocalyptic New Jersey.
Pro tip: If you’re operating heavy machinery while listening to a high-stakes spy thriller, just…maybe slow down when near garden gnomes.
đź“ş 4. TV? What’s That?
Let’s be honest—I haven’t watched my shows in years. But Paw Patrol? I’ve seen it all. And trust me, the only pup carrying that show is Skye.
That’s why I’ve got an action hero in my ear while Chase fumbles through another rescue. My kids think I’m watching cartoons with them. I’m actually halfway through a murder investigation in Prague.
🌄 5. Bonus Time: Hiking, Bedtime, Avoiding Reality
- Winding down at night? Plug in.
- Going for a walk? Add dragons.
- Laying in bed pretending not to hear your partner ask for help with the dishes? Narrator: He heard. He just didn’t respond.
Whether it’s five minutes of peace or a full-on escape from domestic chaos, there’s always time for an audiobook.
🔊 Final Thought From a Guy Who Once Pretended to Grocery Shop for an Hour
Audiobooks aren’t just stories—they’re survival tools. They turn chores into adventures, traffic into therapy, and Paw Patrol into background noise.So plug in, press play, and find your moment—because let’s face it, this might be the only thing you do for yourself today.