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AI and the Death of Boredom
Once upon a time, boredom was just part of the human experience. You waited at the bus stop, stared at ceiling fans, or let your mind wander during a long walk. It wasn’t exciting, but it was essential.
Fast-forward to today, and those empty moments have almost vanished – thanks, in large part, to AI.
Whether it’s your feed predicting your next curiosity rabbit hole, ChatGPT giving instant answers and entertainment, or AI companions chatting away on demand, we’ve created a world that never leaves us alone with our own thoughts. And that raises an important question: What happens when we never get bored anymore?
Boredom Wasn’t the Problem – It Was the Space
Boredom isn’t just about being idle – it’s where creativity often begins. When your mind isn’t occupied, it gets inventive. Some of the best ideas, weirdest thoughts, and unexpected moments of clarity come from just… spacing out.
AI, however, is designed to optimize and occupy. It fills every micro-moment. Before you can even feel a yawn coming on, there’s a notification, suggestion, playlist, or chatbot ready to engage you.
The “Always On” Mindset
We’ve unknowingly traded mental stillness for stimulation. With tools that are available 24/7 and content that feels personalized just for us, it’s hard to step back. But always being “on” comes with a cost – burnout, anxiety, decision fatigue, and the slow erosion of quiet reflection.
Even meditation apps now use AI to “guide” your relaxation. Ironically, we need technology to teach us how to escape technology.
Should We Bring Boredom Back?
Maybe we don’t need to ditch AI – but we do need to protect our mental white space. Let the silence sit. Take a walk without headphones. Resist the urge to ask AI to entertain you. Let your brain breathe.
AI is amazing at doing things for us. But it’s up to us to decide what we want done. And sometimes, the most productive thing you can do… is nothing at all.
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