Why Boredom is Good For You | Veritasium
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Boredom is a state of being underwhelmed, often avoided by constantly engaging with distractions like smartphones, which may hinder creativity and goal-setting. Embracing boredom can foster creativity, prompt altruism, and encourage self-reflection and long-term planning. [Why Boredom is Good For You](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKPwKFigF8U) ## Key Points 1. Boredom is a state of being underwhelmed and characterized by restlessness and lack of concentration. 2. Boredom can be beneficial as it allows the mind to wander, fostering creativity and prompting self-reflection and goal-setting. 3. Avoiding boredom by constantly engaging with smartphones and distractions can hinder creativity, altruism, and long-term planning. 4. Being bored can lead to more altruistic behavior and a greater sense of purpose in life. 5. LastPass, a password manager, is mentioned as the sponsor of the video, offering features like unlimited password storage and multi-factor authentication. Video brought to you by [Veritasium](/posts/Veritasium)