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#729 - Alex O'Connor - Are People Becoming Less Moral?

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The Illusion of Immortality

Many aspects of modern life, such as the productivity movement and health trends, are forms of death denialism. The obsession with fitting more into less time, following specific diets or lifestyles, and comparing oneself to others in terms of health choices all stem from a fear of mortality. These choices provide a sense of control and certainty over the future, impacting how long one believes they will live and the fear of dying prematurely.

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