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Embrace Boredom: Boost Creativity by Unplugging

12/1/2025

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  • Manoush Zomorodi's book "Bored and Brilliant" argues that letting the mind wander in a hyperconnected world boosts creativity and productivity.
  • She is known for NPR’s TED Radio Hour and cites personal experiences and scientific studies to show how technology addiction affects mental engagement.
  • The book offers practical challenges to reduce screen time, such as documenting phone usage and taking breaks from social media.