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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.
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.
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.