Quote by Sir Richard Steele

The insupportable labor of doing nothing.

The insupportable labor of doing nothing.

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that idleness can be a burdensome task. It implies that the act of doing nothing can be mentally and emotionally laborious, as it leads to feelings of restlessness or a sense of wasted time. It suggests that humans have a natural inclination towards activity or productivity, and not engaging in any form of action might result in an uncomfortable state of being.

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Laziness

By Sir Richard Steele

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