Quote by Doug Coupland

There's much to be said for feeling numb. Time passes more quickly. You eat less, and because numbness encourages laziness, you do fewer things, good or bad, and the world's probably a better place for it.

There's much to be said for feeling numb. Time passes more q

Summary

This quote suggests that being emotionally numb can have certain benefits. It implies that feeling numb can help time feel like it is passing quickly, as one is not constantly dwelling on emotions. It also implies that numbness can lead to reduced appetite and less motivation to engage in both positive and negative actions. By doing fewer things, the quote implies that this can potentially contribute to making the world a better place, possibly by reducing negative impacts caused by impulsive or harmful behavior.

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By Doug Coupland

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