Simon Critchley views the world as constantly changing, creating tension as we respond to these changes.
Tragedy gives voice to our suffering and helps us become aware of and work with that suffering.
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Today we begin by talking about Nietzsche's concept of life-affirmation. Contrasting it with the renunciative, rational traditions of Western thought. The episode then delves into Greek tragedy through the lens of Simon Critchley's work; making a case for how these ancient plays offer a life-affirming perspective by embracing the ambiguity of human existence.