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“When I'm not working, I think and I think when I get depressed.” quote by Woody Allen
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“When I'm not working, I think and I think when I get depressed.”

Woody Allen

About This Quote

Source Interview: On Work and Mood, 1990s

Idle thoughts dominate during downtime, often leading to depressive rumination.

In simple terms: Thinking too much when idle can cause sadness.

Key Takeaway

Limit idle rumination.

Themes

mental health rumination productivity

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

psychological advice

When to use this quote

  • creative work
  • therapy sessions
  • personal downtime
  • stress management

Key Concepts

cognitive therapy mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you channel idle thoughts productively?
  • What activities break rumination cycles?
A Different Perspective

Idle thinking can also spark creativity, not just depression.

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