Absurdism (Camus)
The demand for meaning meets a world that does not supply it; Camus's answer is to act with lucidity, freedom and passion anyway. Meaninglessness is no reason for paralysis, nor for grabbing the first meaning on offer.
An everyday example
Choosing a career path fully knowing no path is cosmically 'right', and committing to it rather than waiting for certainty.
What it can cost you
Paralysis waiting for a meaning that will not arrive; or buying meaning from whoever sells it — movements, gurus, brands.
Warning signs
- I am waiting to feel certain before I commit.
- Someone is offering to tell me my purpose.
One thing to do
Choose your commitments consciously and hold them as chosen, not discovered; be suspicious of anyone who offers to supply your purpose.
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