“Most of one’s life is one prolonged effort to prevent oneself thinking”
— Aldous Huxley
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Simplified Meaning:
People often spend a lot of time distracting themselves from their own thoughts. Instead of sitting quietly and reflecting on their lives or problems, they find ways to keep busy. For example, someone might watch TV, scroll through social media, or keep working long hours just to avoid thinking too deeply. This is because thinking deeply can sometimes bring up tough questions or unpleasant feelings. To apply this idea to our lives, we could try to spend a little more time each day in quiet reflection. This could help us understand ourselves better and face any issues head-on, rather than just avoiding them.
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Avoidance Contemplation Distraction Introspection Mental health Mindfulness Overthinking Philosophy Self-awareness Self-controlFEATURED QUOTES
