Quote by Samuel Butler

The man who lets himself be bored is even more contemptible than the bore.

The man who lets himself be bored is even more contemptible

Summary

This quote suggests that being bored is a sign of a lack of curiosity, engagement, or initiative on the part of an individual. It implies that passively accepting boredom, and not seeking ways to find interest or meaning in one's surroundings, is a worse quality than being the one who is actively boring others. It encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own enjoyment and intellectual stimulation, as allowing oneself to be bored is seen as unproductive and indicative of a lack of personal development.

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Boredom

By Samuel Butler

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