Mental
Why We Need to Learn How to Be Bored
We've become addicted to stimulation, constantly reaching for our phones, seeking entertainment, filling every moment with activity. But this isn't progress—it's a form of mental imprisonment.
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The thinker
Modern Life Philosopher
Alain de Botton is a Swiss-born British philosopher and writer known for his accessible style and bridging the gap between philosophy and the public.
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