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#71 Unsolicited Advice - An Introduction to Nihilism

Within Reason

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Letting go of the search for meaning

Nihilism can lead to an existential crisis triggered by events like the death of a loved one or the realization of shrinking life possibilities. While thinkers like Nietzsche and Sartre suggest creating meaning, Camus stands out by advocating to let go of the search for meaning and embracing the process itself, even though it's paradoxical to discuss without using the word 'meaning'.

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