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'''Optimistic Nihilism''' is a contemporary pop-philosophy term which originated in online discourse and later popularized by the YouTube channel Kurzgesagt in 2017. Based on the premise that life lacks objective meaning or purpose, It holds that the lack of cosmic significance is not a cause for despair, but a source of liberation and a reason to be happy. | '''Optimistic Nihilism''' is a contemporary pop-philosophy term which first originated in online discourse and later popularized by the YouTube channel Kurzgesagt in 2017. Based on the premise that life lacks objective meaning or purpose, It holds that the lack of cosmic significance is not a cause for despair, but a source of liberation and a reason to be happy. | ||
== Definition == | == Definition == | ||
The term is a combination between the existing philosophies of Optimism and Nihilism. Starting with the core tenet of Nihilism—that the universe has no inherent meaning, purpose or value, it then applies an optimistic outlook, where if life is devoid of objective meaning, the individual is then free to create their own purpose and values and seek personal fulfillment. Rather than lamenting the absence of inherent meaning in life, Optimistic nihilists celebrate the freedom that comes with it instead, living life on their own terms. Optimistic Nihilism emphasizes living in the present moment and to detach yourself from worries, pains and anxieties as they don't matter in the grand scheme of things. | |||
== Relevancy == | == Relevancy == | ||
The dichotomy between Nihilism and Optimistic Nihilism draws parallels to the differences between the Blackpill and the Whitepill. | The dichotomy between Nihilism and Optimistic Nihilism draws parallels to the differences between the Blackpill and the Whitepill. | ||
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Optimistic Nihilism is a contemporary pop-philosophy term which first originated in online discourse and later popularized by the YouTube channel Kurzgesagt in 2017. Based on the premise that life lacks objective meaning or purpose, It holds that the lack of cosmic significance is not a cause for despair, but a source of liberation and a reason to be happy.
Definition
The term is a combination between the existing philosophies of Optimism and Nihilism. Starting with the core tenet of Nihilism—that the universe has no inherent meaning, purpose or value, it then applies an optimistic outlook, where if life is devoid of objective meaning, the individual is then free to create their own purpose and values and seek personal fulfillment. Rather than lamenting the absence of inherent meaning in life, Optimistic nihilists celebrate the freedom that comes with it instead, living life on their own terms. Optimistic Nihilism emphasizes living in the present moment and to detach yourself from worries, pains and anxieties as they don't matter in the grand scheme of things.
Relevancy
The dichotomy between Nihilism and Optimistic Nihilism draws parallels to the differences between the Blackpill and the Whitepill.