Quote by Ren, So Human an Animal, p. 216,

Most of man's problems in the modern world arise from the constant and unavoidable exposure to the stimuli of urban and industrial civilization, the varied aspects of environmental pollution, the physiological disturbances associated with sudden changes in ways of life, the estrangement from the conditions and natural cycles under which human evolution took place, the emotional trauma and the paradoxical solitude in congested cities, the monotony, boredom and compulsory leisure

Most of man's problems in the modern world arise from the co

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This quote suggests that many of the issues faced by individuals in the modern world stem from their constant exposure to the stimuli and negative impacts of urban and industrial living. It refers to the pollution in the environment, physiological disruptions caused by abrupt lifestyle changes, the disconnect from the natural cycles that shaped human evolution, emotional distress and loneliness in crowded cities, and the dullness and obligatory leisure experienced in this context. Overall, the quote highlights the detrimental effects of modern civilization on individuals' well-being and emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature and finding balance in one's surroundings.

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By Ren, So Human an Animal, p. 216,

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