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“A soul that will not be satisfied” — The problem of human restlessness

The Minefield

CHAPTER

The Quest for Fulfillment: Navigating Human Restlessness

This chapter explores human restlessness and the misplacement of desires, emphasizing the consequences of prioritizing mere appetites. Through a philosophical lens, it examines concepts from Kant and Aristotle, contrasting material pursuits with deeper yearnings for contentment. The discussion also highlights the role of imagination and ambition, advocating for a balance between desires and rational thought to achieve true fulfillment.

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