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In defense of frivolity: A UNT professor on why it’s important to be unserious sometimes
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points Being called frivolous can be seen as an insult, implying that someone's contributions are silly or meaningless. A professor at UNT has shared thoughts on the importance of being unserious at times.
A professor at UNT has shared thoughts on the importance of being unserious at times. This perspective is presented as a defense of frivolity.
Being called frivolous can be seen as an insult, implying that someone's contributions are silly or meaningless. This term suggests that their input is not worthy of serious consideration.
Further details on the professor's thoughts are available, offering insight into the value of embracing frivolity in certain contexts.
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Published: September 5, 2026 ·
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