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Embracing boredom can enhance creativity and deep thinking from "summary" of Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey
When we're bored, our mind naturally wanders. We daydream, we let our thoughts meander, we explore new ideas and possibilities. But in today's world, we're so quick to fill any moment of boredom with distractions – checking our phones, scrolling through social media, watching videos. We rarely allow ourselves to just sit with our boredom and see where it takes us. This constant need for stimulation is actually hindering our creativity and deep thinking. When we're always occupied with distractions, we never give our minds the space they need to wander and explore. We're missing out on valuable opportunities to come up with new ideas, solve problems, and think deeply about the world around us. Embracing boredom is not about forcing ourselves to be bored or avoiding all forms of entertainment. It's about finding a balance between focus and unfocus, between stimulation and boredom. By allowing ourselves to be bored from ti...
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