#existential questions

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[thechurchoftheatom]

[yutamayo]

Wait a second...

I'm taking in that out of our main faves/important characters the only JJK bitch we've never seen any kind of child visual of is Geto (and Nanami I guess but tbh I don't think he was ever a child fr came out his momma with eyebags and a tie). But like. Genuinely fucking wounded right now realizing I've never ever ever seen Suguru Geto as a kid. What did he look like? Was he tall?? Was he short like Megumi? Did he always have long hair? How often did he wear it down?? What did his smile look like??? Was it wide and care-free???? Did he close his eyes and furrow his brow like he always does when he's really smiling??

Who was he?

Who was he as a child?

[random-xpressions]

Take my word, you can have everything on earth and still feel poor. Focus on your heart and not on what your hands could accumulate. Collect experiences, make memories, invest in souls, build relationships, cry hard, laugh even harder. In the end, people will drop a few flowers on your grave and leave. All you have is today, all you have is this breath, this time between two heartbeats. Question is - what are you going to do with it...

Random Xpressions

[rini-descartes]

EGO TRAPS

If you think it is more "spiritual" to ride a bike to work or use public transportation,

but then find yourself judging anyone who drives a car, you're in an ego trap.

If you think it is more "spiritual" to stop watching, television because it rots your brain,

but then find yourself judging those who still watch TV, you're in an ego trap.

If you think it is more "spiritual" to avoid reading gossip, tabloid or news magazines,

but then find yourself judging those who do read those things, you're in an ego trap.

If you think it is more "spiritual” to listen to classical music or soothing nature sounds,

but then find yourself judging those who listen to mainstream or pop music, you're in an ego trap.

If you think it is more "spiritual" to do yoga, become a vegan, buy organic, buy healing crystals, practice reiki, meditate, wear hippie/thrift shop clothing, visit ashrams and read enlightened spiritual books,

but then you judge anyone who doesn't do those things, you're in an ego trap.

Always be aware of the feeling of superiority. Self-righteous superiority is your biggest clue that you are in an ego trap.

The ego loves to sneak in the back door. It will take a noble idea, like starting up yoga, and then twist it to serve its own ends by making you feel superior to others; you will start to look down on those who are not following your righteous "spiritual" path.

Superiority, judgment and condemnation. That is the Ego Trap.

[omegaphilosophia]

The Relationship Between Cyberpunk and Posthumanism

Cyberpunk and posthumanism are two interconnected paradigms that explore the implications of advanced technology on human identity, society, and the future. Both address themes of human augmentation, the blurring of boundaries between human and machine, and the socio-political ramifications of technological advancements. Here's an exploration of their relationship:

1. Technological Augmentation and the Human Body

Cyberpunk: Cyberpunk narratives frequently depict a world where humans enhance their bodies with cybernetic implants and other technological modifications. This genre questions what it means to be human when our physical form is increasingly defined by technology.

Posthumanism: Posthumanism critically examines how technological enhancements can transform human identity and capabilities. It challenges traditional notions of the human body and mind, proposing that technology can fundamentally alter human existence.

2. Identity and Consciousness

Cyberpunk: Characters in cyberpunk often grapple with their sense of identity, especially when their consciousness can be uploaded, transferred, or altered by technology. These stories explore the fluidity of identity in a technologically advanced world.

Posthumanism: Posthumanist theory delves into the philosophical implications of such scenarios, questioning the nature of consciousness and identity. It posits that identity is not fixed but can be reshaped by technological and biological changes.

3. Socio-Political Implications

Cyberpunk: Cyberpunk worlds are typically characterized by vast socio-economic divides, corporate dominance, and a dystopian society where technology exacerbates inequality. This genre highlights the dark side of technological progress and its impact on society.

Posthumanism: Posthumanism engages with these socio-political issues, critiquing the power dynamics and ethical considerations that arise with advanced technology. It explores how technology can both empower and oppress, depending on its use and distribution.

4. Blurring of Boundaries

Cyberpunk: A key theme in cyberpunk is the dissolution of boundaries between human and machine, reality and virtuality. Characters often exist in hybrid states, part human and part machine, challenging the clear-cut distinction between the two.

Posthumanism: Posthumanism philosophically supports this blurring of boundaries, suggesting that the human experience is inherently intertwined with technology. It advocates for a more integrated understanding of humanity that includes our technological extensions.

5. Ethical and Existential Questions

Cyberpunk: Cyberpunk narratives frequently raise ethical and existential questions about the implications of living in a world dominated by technology. Issues such as privacy, autonomy, and the essence of humanity are central to the genre.

Posthumanism: Posthumanism provides a theoretical framework to address these questions, proposing that we rethink ethical norms and existential meanings in light of our evolving technological landscape. It emphasizes the need for ethical considerations in technological development.

The relationship between cyberpunk and posthumanism is deeply intertwined, with cyberpunk providing a narrative exploration of themes that posthumanism examines philosophically. Both explore the transformative impact of technology on humanity, identity, and society, highlighting the potential and pitfalls of a technologically enhanced future. By engaging with both cyberpunk and posthumanist thought, we can gain a deeper understanding of the ethical, existential, and socio-political implications of our technological advancements.

[thejakeformerlyknownasprince]

How hard would a tree morph be to gain control of?

By gaining control i mean realising that they're in a morph

Someone who knows way more about dendrology than I do will have to weigh in on this one. How much do trees perceive? How do trees communicate? How much does type of tree matter?

[journey-to-balance]

I am a different person to different people. Confident to one. Talented to another. Arrogant to a few. Unknown to a lot. But who am I, to me?

This is the existential question...

[alexc1ting]

with all the money spent on king crab at the market, Qiu could as well go to the fanciest restaurant and have a delicious dinner… why was he just buying noodles? And why he needs the kids to cook for him?

Place your bet, I will reveal mine tomorrow ^_^

[aud-chron-images]

A time of vigilance...still room for hope.

[dd-wyd]

Wyd just casually joking about existential questions

What would happen if you shoot a pawn with an unmaking arrow?

Are they forfeit and return to the rift, or would their existence be entirely deleted? Could pawns experience true death by this?

Wyd, don't just joke about this so casually! You're giving me a headache!

[pant-passions]

What does it mean to be alive?

Cosa significa essere vivi?

[salmonella-destroyer-of-worlds]

Do you think God stays in heaven because he too lives in fear of what he’s created?

[shy-attention-whore]

Peer Gynt, by Henrik Ibsen, 1867

[evilhorse]

Is everything we do worthless?

(Action Comics Presents: Doomsday Special #1)

[187onabattler]

what happens when you die