Schopenhauer on Using Games Against Anxiety (Minigame 2)
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04/23/24 • 21 min
Why do you feel anxious, according to Schopenhauer?
Excess energy!
What should you do about it?
Play a game!
Why do you feel anxious, according to Schopenhauer?
Excess energy!
What should you do about it?
Play a game!
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