Why Boredom Reflects the Human Condition and How to Embrace It, Per Philosophy

Why Boredom Reflects the Human Condition and How to Embrace It, Per Philosophy

Why Boredom Reflects the Human Condition and How to Embrace It, Per Philosophy Philosopher André Comte-Sponville calls Schopenhauer’s quote—“Our whole life oscillates from suffering to boredom”—the saddest in philosophy, capturing the human struggle with unfulfilled desires and existential emptiness. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how embracing boredom can reduce anxiety … Read more