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Science Shows You Can Die of Boredom, Literally

The more bored you are, the more likely you are to die prematurely. The science is in. If survival is important to you, if seeing your grandchildren is important to you, don't miss this blog post. Read More

Science Shows You Can Die of Boredom, Literally

From the concern article ,I agree with the stand that people are bored because they are incredibly stressed out. Bored people are less invested in learning, challenging themselves, and growing. In turn, the natural brain degeneration that occurs as we age is likely to speed up.There should be flow energies around us so that the environment becomes happier and boredom-less.But there are certain condition co-exists due to which the climate suddenly change to boredom and loneliness which leads to the premature death.Communication and relationships are two aspects require to fill space of boredom other wise the mental pressures exists which destroy self-respect and high esteem leads to depression and low self esteem.I want to know other suggestion regarding this interesting article.

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I can honestly say I have

I can honestly say I have never been bored in my life yet, except in rare instances when I have to wait for a doctor or dentist, or lining up at a bank. I just dont understand how some people can get bored when at home or outdoors. There are too many movies, too many books, too many activities to do to get bored. Even I lived for a thousand years it wouldnt cover everything I wanted to do.

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Todd B. Kashdan, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of Psychology at George Mason University and author of Curious? Discover the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life and co-editor of Designing Positive Psychology.

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