Ep.405 Have We Forgotten How to Be Bored?

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April 1, 2025 • 17 mins

In a world saturated by constant digital stimulation, many of us have forgotten what it feels like to be truly bored—and how boredom can spark creativity, introspection, and deeper well-being. In this episode, we explore why boredom is so vital to the human experience, how we came to avoid it, and tangible ways to reclaim the benefits of letting our minds wander free from continuous distraction.

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