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u/charlossain 1d ago
that’s why they invented instagram reels
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u/TeaNo3829 1d ago
You don't need to get people hooked on alcohol and drugs anymore if you can neuter them with social complacency
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u/SablethineAura 1d ago
reels didn't invent the distraction, they just monetized our lack of attention span. it's miserable how we can't sit in a waiting room for five minutes without rotting our brains now
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u/calculator56 1d ago
unfortunately the creativity I used to have when I was bored was taken from me by the phone in my hand
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u/heyheeymymy 21h ago
it will return if given enough opportunity. neuroplasticity is the coolest thing ever but it takes immense time, repetition, and faith in your capacity for change.
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u/Secret-Back-5970 1d ago
That book was shaping out to be something magical it’s a shame he never got to finish it
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u/simonbreak 1d ago
I think about this constantly. My most successful friend is a perfect example of this, his ability to stare at gigantic spreadsheets of lead data without passing out from boredom has made him wildly wealthy without ever having to do anything particularly hard or painful.
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u/spitaid 1d ago
I feel like finding value in boredom is very liberating especially in times like where our attention has become the currency.
I long for boredom because I know that tolerating it will lead to me having authentic thoughts. So in a way boredom is the gate to inspiration and creativity.