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[-] TheImpressiveX@lemmy.ml 67 points 11 months ago

Society has put so much emphasis on being "connected" and "engaged" that we've forgotten how to be bored. The shower provides a rare opportunity for you to be alone with your thoughts.

[-] netburnr@lemmy.world 32 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

Jokes on you, I lemmy in the shower, ain't gonna let that brain have any free time.

[-] jasondj@ttrpg.network 11 points 11 months ago

Sent from Lemmy for SmartToilet

[-] const_void@lemmy.ml 18 points 11 months ago

Don't forget being 100% productive between 9am and 5pm every day.

[-] jasondj@ttrpg.network 9 points 11 months ago

I’ve been alone with my thoughts. Ultimately it leads to depression but sometimes I get some good masturbating along the way.

[-] novamdomum@kbin.social 36 points 11 months ago

I like to shower in as dark a possible a bathroom. I find it enhances the creativity effect by a huge amount. Also the slight risk of an accidental, life altering fall from not being able to see keeps it spicy!

[-] mysoulishome@lemmy.world 16 points 11 months ago

TLDR

Focus shift: Stepping away from immediate goals encourages "positive daydreaming," a constructive form of mind wandering that fosters unexpected connections and sparks inspiration.

Reduced pressure: The relaxed atmosphere of the shower lowers inhibitions and anxieties, allowing us to think freely and explore creative avenues without judgment.

Sensory stimulation: The sound and feel of water can act as a trigger, stimulating the brain and promoting new thought patterns

[-] Rhynoplaz@lemmy.world 10 points 11 months ago

In related news... Duh!

this post was submitted on 03 Jan 2024
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