Apply-Degger Episode 4: Being with Others
Jul 1, 2020
Dive into the intriguing concept of Dasein, exploring how our identities are intertwined with others in the grand tapestry of existence. The discussion sheds light on profound themes like authenticity, societal influence, and the collective 'We' versus the isolated 'I.' Existential questions arise: Do we truly understand one another, and how does our interconnectedness shape our being? Delve into the philosophy of caring for others and the challenge of maintaining individuality amidst societal expectations and pressures.
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Dasein Is A 'Who' Not A 'What'
- Dasein is a being defined by a who, not a what, able to ask 'Who am I?'.
- Heidegger rejects the Cartesian subject-object split and says the world is a meaningful referential totality for Dasein.
Being Is Fundamentally With Others
- Dasein is essentially for the sake of others and is fundamentally 'with' others (Mitzusein).
- Our identity is networked and constituted in relations and shared practices with others.
Workshop Examples Make Others Present
- In the craftsman's workshop, tools bring into view the people for whom the work is destined.
- Walking by a field or seeing a used book makes the absent others show up in our experience.
