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While Han connects contemplation to happiness, there is a distinction to make—contemplation evokes a tapestry of emotions, including melancholy and clarity, rather than solely happiness. Furthermore, Han’s arguments risk romanticizing inactivity as an ideal without engaging with the socio-political dimensions that shape our experiences. By neglecting to address the broader implications of noise pollution and the relentless demands of modern life, there’s a risk of positioning contemplation as a privileged endeavor.