Quote by Albert Camus

The truth is that everyone is bored, and devotes himself to cultivating habits.

The truth is that everyone is bored, and devotes himself to

Summary

This quote suggests that people, in general, experience a sense of boredom and therefore resort to developing routines or behaviors that provide some form of comfort or amusement. It implies that the human tendency to engage in habitual activities stems from a common need to alleviate boredom and bring a sense of purpose or stimulation to our lives. Ultimately, the quote highlights the universality of boredom and the human inclination to create habits as a means of combating it.

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Habits Boredom

By Albert Camus

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