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Slavoj Žižek: We are addicted to chaos

Aug 4, 2022
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INSIGHT

Capitalism's Surplus and Instability

  • Surplus enjoyment relates to capitalism's endless drive for more beyond basic consumption.
  • Capitalism doesn't seek balance, but continuous surplus and expansion, defining modern economics.
INSIGHT

No Return To Natural Balance

  • True ecological awareness requires embracing human responsibility as universal caretakers.
  • There is no natural balance to return to; humans must actively manage their environmental impact.
ANECDOTE

Army Life Reveals Rule Paradox

  • Žižek shares army experience illustrating complex, codified rule-breaking within strict discipline.
  • His story reveals how systems require controlled subversion to sustain themselves.
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