Quote by James Thurber

Sixty minutes of thinking of any kind is bound to lead to confusion and unhappiness.

Sixty minutes of thinking of any kind is bound to lead to co

Summary

This quote suggests that excessive or unfocused thinking can lead to negative outcomes. Spending an hour immersed in deep contemplation without clear direction may result in confusion and discontentment. The implication is that it is important to approach thinking with purpose and structure, channeling our thoughts towards a specific goal or problem-solving approach. Otherwise, excessive rumination may add unnecessary complexity to our thoughts, potentially leading to feelings of perplexity and unhappiness.

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By James Thurber

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