Business Quote by Jeremy Collier
“People who have nothing to do are quickly tired of their own company.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Art of Being Alone, 1695
Those with nothing to occupy them become restless with their own thoughts.
In simple terms: Idle people get bored with themselves.
Key Takeaway
Seek purposeful engagement.
Themes
boredom
self-reflection
activity
Mood
curious
motivated
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- hobbies
- volunteering
- skill learning
Key Concepts
psychology
time management
Questions to Reflect On
- What fills your idle time positively?
- How can solitude be productive?
A Different Perspective
May ignore benefits of solitude.
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