Pascal recognized the power of our imagination. Although we tend to think of imagination as a good thing, it could also bring us anxiety and despair. Left alone with our thoughts, many of us might get flooded with worst case scenarios and other mental ghosts that bring us harm. According to Pascal, we often find our peace in diversions and distractions. Even a king with a high standard of living must rely on diversions or else he might start to worry about all the possible ways his kingdom could fall.
I argue that it has become harder to rely on diversion in today's world because of the immense amount of digital stimulation available to us. What immediately comes to mind are those tik tok videos which displays two videos in one. Our phones also often interrupt our experience with the present moment. Perhaps, then, we should try to practice mindfulness so we can more effectively divert ourselves from anxious thoughts.
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