Boredom

Summary

The text is a reflective poem and personal essay on the nature of boredom, exploring it as a form of resistance to the present moment and change.

Abstract

The author of the web content delves into the concept of boredom, expressing a personal struggle with it and a dissatisfaction with psychological explanations. Instead, the author uses poetry as a means to explore and potentially overcome this state. Boredom is depicted as a refusal to accept the present, a fight against what is, and a form of resistance, possibly rooted in fear. The author acknowledges that boredom may be linked to significant life decisions, change, and procrastination, and recognizes it as a signal of inner resistance that needs to be addressed. The piece concludes with the author's intention to further understand boredom and to engage in self-reflection, particularly with their 'inner child.'

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The author believes that boredom is not merely a lack of stimulation but a complex emotional state tied to resistance against the present and fear of change.
Boredom is seen as a personal challenge, something to be worked out through introspection and creative expression, such as poetry.
The author suggests that boredom may serve as a defense mechanism against the discomfort of making decisions and facing the unknown.
There is an acknowledgment that boredom can lead to inaction and a shutdown of one's energy and drive.
The author expresses a need to confront their inner child as part of understanding and overcoming boredom.
Despite the lack of clear answers, the author is open

What is it anyway?

I struggle with boredom sometimes And psychology has yet to satisfy me with the reason why I don’t even want to bother researching it now Because this is a poem and poets can work things out — so I’m told Maybe poetry will be the cure to my boredom Boredom I think it is my refusal to be To settle into being in the present moment To accept what is meant to be Always fighting to have it a different way Talking about being anyway What is it? A state of comfort peace and ease No boredom here So maybe boredom is fear? This poem has no answer But I may return When I understand it more Maybe I will do my research after all.

I notice in myself that when I have new paths to take, big decisions to make, and work to do, a feeling of boredom comes over me and I think it’s related to resistance and procrastination.

I don’t like change, even when it’s needed. It brings up my fears, so I need to reflect on this. Boredom shuts down my system when I should be getting into action. It cuts off my energy.

I have made many changes in my life, so I am beginning to recognize this resistant part of me.

I will have to have a little chat with my inner child. :)

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Boredom

What is it anyway?

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