Better Bored Than Sorry: Why We Create Chaos To Escape Quiet
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Better Bored Than Sorry: Why We Create Chaos To Escape Quiet

by Dr Robert Puff

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talks
Activity
Meditation
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Everyone
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The French philosopher Blaise Pascal once famously said, 'All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.' We often treat boredom as a minor annoyance, but modern psychology tells us it is actually a powerful drive that can push us toward addiction, unnecessary drama, and destructive risks just to feel alive. In this episode, we will explore why your brain hates the quiet, and how to turn that restless energy into creativity instead of chaos. Music by Aonescape from Pixabay

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Meet your Teacher

Dr Robert Puff

San Clemente, Ca

Meet your Teacher

Dr Robert Puff

San Clemente, Ca