The Virtues of Boredom: Why Doing Less Means More

10/12/2025 12 min Temporada 1 Episodio 53
The Virtues of Boredom: Why Doing Less Means More

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This episode unpacks Arthur Brooks’s HBR idea that boredom isn’t a bug, it’s a feature. When we step away from screens, the brain’s default mode network switches on, inviting deeper reflection and meaning.Brooks links constant stimulation to rising anxiety and argues for scheduled boredom to spark insight, purpose, and well-being. Tune in to learn simple ways to build healthy “bored time” into your day—and why it can make you happier and more creative.

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