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Single Idea 20173

[filed under theme 23. Ethics / F. Existentialism / 4. Boredom ]

Full Idea

Boredom combines apathy and restlessness. ...We crave stimulation, worthwhile activities, and objects that engage our interest.

Gist of Idea

Boredom is apathy and restlessness, yearning for something interesting

Source

John Kekes (The Human Condition [2010], 09.1)

Book Ref

Kekes,John: 'The Human Condition' [OUP 2010], p.188