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Byung-Chul Han: Boredom, Burnout, and the Human with Steve Knepper and Rob Wyllie

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CHAPTER

Power Dynamics and Superficial Friendliness

This chapter examines the changing authority structures in contemporary society, specifically the shift from hierarchical to more friendly relationships between teachers and students. It critiques the implications of this trend on personal responsibility, empowerment, and societal wellbeing, referencing key philosophical insights. The discussion further explores the exhaustion that arises from the constant demand for self-improvement in a capitalist context, highlighting the need for genuine interactions over superficial positivity.

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