You need to be bored. Here's why.
Being bored can lead you to ask big questions (eg. what is the meaning of life?), which are beneficial and important in attaining happiness. The current explosion in mental health issues such as depression is largely due to the elimination of boredom through smartphones. Most people use their phones as a crutch in escaping boredom, making it harder to find meaning in life.
If you learn to be bored, you'll end up happier.
Remedies:
Aim for regular 15mins+ periods of being bored
No devices during meals
No devices during certain periods of the day
https://youtu.be/orQKfIXMiA8?si=zYoX9uFEFjpVv8NM
Being bored can lead you to ask big questions (eg. what is the meaning of life?), which are beneficial and important in attaining happiness. The current explosion in mental health issues such as depression is largely due to the elimination of boredom through smartphones. Most people use their phones as a crutch in escaping boredom, making it harder to find meaning in life.
If you learn to be bored, you'll end up happier.
Remedies:
Aim for regular 15mins+ periods of being bored
No devices during meals
No devices during certain periods of the day
https://youtu.be/orQKfIXMiA8?si=zYoX9uFEFjpVv8NM
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You Need to Be Bored. Here's Why.
Boredom isn’t a bug—it’s a feature. Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks explains why boredom unlocks creativity, activates a powerful brain network, and might even protect you from depression. Learn how the mind wanders—and why that’s a very good thing.
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You need to be bored. Here's why. Being bored can lead you to ask big questions (eg. what is the meaning of life?), which are beneficial and important in attaining happiness. The current explosion in mental health issues such as depression is largely due…
I'm someone that does not use my phone much, I guess that is a good thing!
probably the main reason why I am questioning life so often and journaling things as well
especially when I'm with company, I think it is important to put your phones aside
aside from being disrespectful to the other party, it helps you stay in the present and be more intentional
the amount of times I have seen friends whipping out their phones to scroll social media the second there is a pause or break in the conversation is astounding
probably the main reason why I am questioning life so often and journaling things as well
especially when I'm with company, I think it is important to put your phones aside
aside from being disrespectful to the other party, it helps you stay in the present and be more intentional
the amount of times I have seen friends whipping out their phones to scroll social media the second there is a pause or break in the conversation is astounding
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IF (BIG IF)
racism, crime, and violent tendencies are genetic, would it be justifiable to kill the 1% of the population that is contributing to 80% of the crimes, to save the 99% of society?
racism, crime, and violent tendencies are genetic, would it be justifiable to kill the 1% of the population that is contributing to 80% of the crimes, to save the 99% of society?
I remember when I first embarked on my journey to self-esteem years ago, self-respect was a foreign concept to me
symptoms of it show in the smallest habits in life, such as procrastination
a large part of a lack of self-esteem arises when you fail at achieving the simplest of tasks that you set for yourself eg. washing the dishes by 9pm or folding your clothes by tomorrow
failure of such tasks (procrastination) subconsciously leads to a lack of respect for yourself, hence a lack of self-esteem as well
this further dominos into confidence and zeal in life
and most will wonder why life isn't happening for them
symptoms of it show in the smallest habits in life, such as procrastination
a large part of a lack of self-esteem arises when you fail at achieving the simplest of tasks that you set for yourself eg. washing the dishes by 9pm or folding your clothes by tomorrow
failure of such tasks (procrastination) subconsciously leads to a lack of respect for yourself, hence a lack of self-esteem as well
this further dominos into confidence and zeal in life
and most will wonder why life isn't happening for them
the ripple effect begins
first high-profile political assassination
https://fxtwitter.com/howdymerry/status/1965944135975866420
first high-profile political assassination
https://fxtwitter.com/howdymerry/status/1965944135975866420
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mary (@howdymerry)
we're about to witness the impact of a high-profile political assassination for the first time in modern history
millions of people are watching, rewatching, sharing, quote tweeting a graphic murder with every minute that passes
this is pretty insane, a…
millions of people are watching, rewatching, sharing, quote tweeting a graphic murder with every minute that passes
this is pretty insane, a…
Edward Bernays' Propaganda
https://theconversation.com/the-manipulation-of-the-american-mind-edward-bernays-and-the-birth-of-public-relations-44393
The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in democratic society. Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government which is the true ruling power of our country. We are governed, our minds are molded, our tastes formed, and our ideas suggested, largely by men we have never heard of…. It is they who pull the wires that control the public mind.
https://theconversation.com/the-manipulation-of-the-american-mind-edward-bernays-and-the-birth-of-public-relations-44393
The Conversation
The manipulation of the American mind: Edward Bernays and the birth of public relations
“The most interesting man in the world.” “Reach out and touch someone.” “Finger-lickin’ good.” Such advertising slogans have become fixtures of American culture, and each year millions now tune into the…
i once sent a short story to a friend that i found really helpful in focusing on the journey in general
[short story]
once upon a time, there was a man that wanted to achieve wisdom and nirvana from an elder monk
man: how many years will i need to achieve your wisdom and happiness?
monk: 5 years.
man: what if i study twice as hard?
monk: 10 years.
man: what if i double my effort in everything i do?
monk: 15 years.
the man got a bit pissed
man: why is it that the more effort i put in the longer it takes? are you playing w me?
monk: the more you focus on the result, the longer you'll take to achieve it. focus on the process and you'll get there faster.
moral of the story: while you're doing your routines, do not focus on the end goal aka thinking every day "am i more confident? is my self esteem up yet?"
just focus on doing you and doing the routines without thinking about the end result so often and it will eventually come sooner than you expect it
to relate it to our 2 eyes, one eye to look forward and target the end goal far ahead, while the other helps to look at what's in front of you to prevent you from tripping over the obstacles immediately ahead of you. both eyes must NOT be just focusing on the end goal (being too focused on the result) because in doing so you'll trip and take much much longer to achieve your goals
tldr; focus on the process more than the end goal!
v important to keep in mind while you're in pursuit of greatness and this is applicable to most things in life
[short story]
once upon a time, there was a man that wanted to achieve wisdom and nirvana from an elder monk
man: how many years will i need to achieve your wisdom and happiness?
monk: 5 years.
man: what if i study twice as hard?
monk: 10 years.
man: what if i double my effort in everything i do?
monk: 15 years.
the man got a bit pissed
man: why is it that the more effort i put in the longer it takes? are you playing w me?
monk: the more you focus on the result, the longer you'll take to achieve it. focus on the process and you'll get there faster.
moral of the story: while you're doing your routines, do not focus on the end goal aka thinking every day "am i more confident? is my self esteem up yet?"
just focus on doing you and doing the routines without thinking about the end result so often and it will eventually come sooner than you expect it
to relate it to our 2 eyes, one eye to look forward and target the end goal far ahead, while the other helps to look at what's in front of you to prevent you from tripping over the obstacles immediately ahead of you. both eyes must NOT be just focusing on the end goal (being too focused on the result) because in doing so you'll trip and take much much longer to achieve your goals
tldr; focus on the process more than the end goal!
v important to keep in mind while you're in pursuit of greatness and this is applicable to most things in life
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an explainer regarding how Nepal's internet native revolution came about
https://x.com/rachinkalakheti/status/1966314602251301138
https://x.com/rachinkalakheti/status/1966314602251301138
X (formerly Twitter)
Rachin Kalakheti (@rachinkalakheti) on X
How did we end up polling on Discord for Nepal’s next leader? Here’s a rundown:
tldr; Nepali government was overthrown in 48 hours and I think i just witnessed the first internet native revolution.
Over two decades ago, Nepali citizens overthrew the Monarchy…
tldr; Nepali government was overthrown in 48 hours and I think i just witnessed the first internet native revolution.
Over two decades ago, Nepali citizens overthrew the Monarchy…
personally believe Nepal has set precedence for more future decentralised revolutions in other countries
especially ones that have been mistreated by their own government
especially ones that have been mistreated by their own government