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Boredom is the root of all evil - the despairing refusal to be oneself
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"Boredom is the root of all evil - the despairing refusal to be oneself"

- Søren Kierkegaard

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Søren Kierkegaard's quote suggests that boredom is the source of all evil. He believes that when we are tired, we decline to be ourselves and instead, we become desperate and dissatisfied. This can result in a range of negative habits, such as violence, criminal activity, and other forms of destructive behavior. Dullness can likewise result in a lack of inspiration and a sense of lethargy, which can prevent us from accomplishing our objectives and living our finest lives. By declining to be ourselves, we can become detached from our true selves and our capacity.

Kierkegaard's quote motivates us to recognize the power of boredom and to take actions to combat it. We can do this by taking part in activities that bring us happiness and fulfillment, such as pastimes, sports, and innovative pursuits. We can likewise require time to assess our lives and to recognize our enthusiasms and goals. By doing so, we can make sure that we are living our lives to the fullest which we are not succumbing to the misery of boredom.

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Søren Kierkegaard This quote is written / told by Søren Kierkegaard between May 5, 1813 and November 11, 1855. He was a famous Philosopher from Denmark. The author also have 47 other quotes.

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