“Being bored is a skill we're losing”
Agree
- Boredom sparks creativity and reflection
- Constant stimulation prevents deeper thinking
- We need mental downtime
- Discomfort teaches valuable patience
Disagree
- Entertainment access is progress not problem
- Boredom isn't inherently productive
- Nostalgia for unnecessary suffering
- People find meaning differently now
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