The endless ‘existential crisis’: Finding meaning in the midst of COVID boredom

Blades, R. (2021). The endless ‘existential crisis’: Finding meaning in the midst of COVID boredom. Healthy Debate, https://healthydebate.ca/2021/03/topic/covid-boredom/

“During this pandemic, the internet has taken on the #stayathomechallenge with its usual gusto. How many times can you juggle a roll of toilet paper? What do you do when the floor is lava? Can you teach your dog to dance? It seems like people will do anything to stave off the impending boredom.

Three out of every four Americans have reported being bored stiff during the pandemic, making them more likely to ignore social distancing guidelines and even contract the coronavirus. But being stuck in the doldrums doesn’t have to lead to danger.”

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