that whole deep existential torment

The conclusion to a NYT article [by (i'm feeling lucky) Winnie Hu] on the rise of Philosophy as a major in many universities:

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Jenna Schaal-O'Connor, a 20-year-old sophomore who is majoring in cognitive science and linguistics, said philosophy had other perks. She said she found many male philosophy majors interesting and sensitive.

"That whole deep existential torment," she said. "It's good for getting girlfriends."