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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

Here are some examples to inspire your own showerthoughts:

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If ignorance is bliss, why are there so many unhappy people?

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[–] Venus_Ziegenfalle@feddit.org 2 points 1 day ago

A lot of people are ignorant in the sense that they do care but they don't want to educate themselves. They rather make up their own assumptions based on what fits the narrative they've chosen for their lives after receiving the bare minimum of input.

I understand "Ignorance is bliss" as a reminder to focus on what's right in front of you and not to concern yourself too much with things you can't change. That's pretty much the opposite of what a lot of ignorant people do.