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Philosopher's Zone

Philosophy for tough times

May 24, 2024
Explore how philosophy guides individuals in facing life's challenges, embracing difficulties, and redefining success and failure. Delve into the inevitability of regret and the fear of missing out, with philosophical insights on overcoming obstacles from Diogenes and Iris Murdoch.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embrace resilience and stoic strength to face inevitable adversities like climate crises and pandemics.
  • Prioritize living a meaningful life over seeking momentary happiness to find lasting fulfillment.

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Coping with the Hardness of Life and Rising Adversity

Life presents universal challenges that can vary from occasional to constant hardships, with a predicted increase in adversity in the coming years. Addressing the impact of floods, fires, storms, pandemics, and their aftermaths, the future necessitates resilience and stoic strength to navigate hardships. The focus lies on finding meaning and fulfillment amidst impending difficulties.

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