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“There comes a moment in the day when you have written your pages in the morning, attended to your correspondence in the afternoon, and have nothing further to do. Then comes that hour when you are bored; that's the time for sex.” quote by H. G. Wells
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“There comes a moment in the day when you have written your pages in the morning, attended to your correspondence in the afternoon, and have nothing further to do. Then comes that hour when you are bored; that's the time for sex.”

H. G. Wells

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

When routine tasks are finished, boredom can signal an opportunity for intimacy and personal fulfillment.

In simple terms: Boredom can be a cue for sex.

Key Takeaway

Use idle moments for connection.

Themes

routine intimacy leisure productivity

Mood

reflective playful

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • after work
  • weekend downtime
  • vacation
  • creative blocks

Key Concepts

human desire time management psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize healthy cues for intimacy?
  • What alternatives exist for boredom?
A Different Perspective

May overlook other meaningful activities; not everyone feels sexual urge then.

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