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The denial of death
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
The Pursuit of Immortality Through Cultural Contributions
The chapter explores how individuals seek to transcend death by leaving a lasting legacy through cultural contributions like art and achievements. It delves into the tension between our physical limitations and the desire for symbolic immortality, touching on topics such as heroism, evil stemming from denial of mortality, and the influence of childhood upbringing on vulnerabilities. The narrative also examines the disconnection from the natural world in favor of a symbolic existence dominated by technology and entertainment.
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