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February 7, 2026
The Payoff of Deep Contemplation
The practice may not be fun at first, but the end result is worth it.
TL;DR
- Transcend the self by embracing solitude and allowing boredom and exhaustion to lead to letting go.
- Deep thinking, though initially uncomfortable, offers significant long-term payoffs.
- Schedule deep thinking into your routine through meditation or device-free walks.
- Contemplating hard questions without clear answers has value, even without adopting a monastic lifestyle.
- Engage in 'big talk' by discussing deep topics rather than engaging in small talk.
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