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Boredom is essential for creativity and development

Evidence

Jesse credits being bored as a child with developing his creativity, patience, and ability to self-soothe

Implication

Constantly stimulating children (and adults) may harm their creative development and problem-solving abilities

Counter Belief

Structured activities and enrichment provide better development than unstructured boredom

Example Application

Allow children to experience boredom without immediately providing entertainment, letting them develop their own creative solutions