Your Mobile Is a Killing Machine!
Boredom
The video "You Need to Be Bored. Here's Why" by Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks explains that boredom is a natural and necessary state that activates the brain's default mode network, which enables creative thinking and deep reflection.
Brooks argues that modern life, filled with constant digital distractions like smartphones, prevents people from engaging in this vital mental state, which can lead to a lack of meaning and increased rates of depression and anxiety. Let us watch the video.
To address this, Brooks recommends intentionally incorporating boredom into daily routines by limiting device usage, especially during times such as commuting, exercising, and family meals.
He shares his personal strategies for managing technology, such as device-free periods and social media fasts, emphasizing that embracing boredom helps individuals find greater purpose and happiness in their lives.
October 3, 2025.
