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Dive deep into the realms of existentialism and post-modernism where absolute truth is elusive, paving the way for the search of self-identity and purpose. Explore the clash of ideologies - foreign missionaries and atheists, feminists and pro-lifers, stay-at-home moms, vegans, NRA vs. ACLU, and the decline of Western authority over the last 500 years. Reflect on the essence of life, the authority of self, and the influence of tribal group authority in today's society dominated by digital social media and politically correct norms.
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Since there is no agreed-upon absolute truth, ife has no meaning, so you better figure out a meaning of your own = your identity & mission Political correctness
Foreign missionaries vs. atheists Feminists vs. pro-lifers Stay-at-home moms Vegans & animal rights activists NRA vs. ACLU
500-year decline of Western authority: Institutional religion Humanism/intellect Institutions Science Government
If historical sources of authority/meaning are now merely an option (passé), what defines my life & fuses it with meaning? Who am I? What is the purpose of my life?
Authority of self (Post Modernism) Tribal groupauthority Feeling/subjectivism Digital social media ”15 minutes of fame” Politically correct unconditional acceptance lifestyles