Quote by Jean Baudrillard

Boredom is like a pitiless zooming in on the epidermis of time. Every instant is dilated and magnified like the pores of the face.

Boredom is like a pitiless zooming in on the epidermis of ti

Summary

This quote suggests that boredom intensifies our perception of time, making each moment feel longer and more excruciating. It compares this feeling to zooming in on the tiny details of our skin, where every pore becomes enlarged and prominent. By likening boredom to this zooming effect, the quote portrays it as a merciless force that dissects and manipulates time, heightening our awareness of its passing and making it more difficult to endure.

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Boredom

By Jean Baudrillard

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