On Boredom (In-Person)

Is boredom caused by a lack of meaning?

Philosopher Cheshire Calhoun and writer, Cheryl Fok argue that we can still experience boredom even when engaged in meaningful activities. For them, boredom arises when we find ourselves in a situation we feel we should be doing, while simultaneously wanting to liberate ourselves from all constraints—whether the activity itself is meaningful or not. In this sense, boredom may be closer to procrastination than passivity.
Join us for a thoughtful discussion on boredom, the different ways we try to evade it, and possible cures for it as we have a drink at Pour Company in Fullerton.

Suggested reading:

https://philosophynow.org/issues/175/Boredom

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