Absurdism
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CORE DEFINITION
Humans are born seeking meaning, but the universe is cold and meaningless. This conflict is the 'absurd'. The solution is not suicide, nor blind faith in religion, but rebellion—like Sisyphus, pushing the boulder up the mountain, and in this process affirming one's own existence.
SCAFFOLDING EFFECT
Reduce cognitive load
- Sisyphus-style happiness: When work seems meaningless (pushing a rock), realize that 'meaninglessness' itself is the truth of the world. Your dignity comes from the moment you 'know it is meaningless but still push it up'.
Anchor fast decisions
Camus-style: In a world where humans seek meaning, there is no inherent meaning; this 'seeking—no response' tension is the absurd; advocates clearly acknowledging that one can push the boulder up the mountain without resorting to false hope.
MINIMUM ACTION
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- en.wikipedia.orghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absurdismverified
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