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How to Get Out of a Rut, Pain and Boredom, and Knowing When to Quit

SOLVED with Mark Manson

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Confronting Boredom: A Study on Human Nature

This chapter explores a study where participants, isolated without distractions, chose to shock themselves rather than confront boredom. The discussion delves into the human aversion to discomfort and introspection, questioning our need to escape from our thoughts. It also examines the cultural trend of embracing boredom as a challenge, reflecting on personal experiences with meditation and the journey to accept stillness.

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