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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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[–] lntl@lemmy.ml 3 points 4 hours ago

I quit smoking July 19, 2026 and drinking Feb 14, 2017. My opinion is addictive habits aren't going anywhere. That the struggles over addiction of past generations will mirror the struggles of future generations.

With that said, I think some things are changing:

  • smoking is pretty stigmatized in more cultures
  • drunkenness is unglamorous and may be posted to social media
  • MH occupies more space in the public consciousness

Most importantly, it's profitable to sell addiction. As long as that's not changing, and it doesn't seem to be, we we always bear this burden.