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Is It *Actually Fun* To Want This Much?

Total Rec • 6889 implied HN points • 20 Apr 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Desire Consumerism Materialism Fashion Industry
  1. Questioning the enjoyment of constantly wanting things, like the thrill of it may not always be worth it.
  2. Recognizing the difference between genuine needs and mere wants is essential to finding balance and contentment.
  3. Being mindful of how desire affects us, understanding when it brings agitation or peace, helps in deciding what truly matters.

The Tragic View of Life v. Spirituality

Castalia • 499 implied HN points • 01 Jun 24
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Spirituality Materialism Ethics
  1. Spirituality suggests there's a guiding intelligence in life, making events feel purposeful. Many people express spiritual ideas even if they're not religious.
  2. The tragic view of life sees meaning in the absurdity of existence, emphasizing courage in facing life's challenges without relying on a higher power.
  3. There's an ongoing debate between believing in spiritual guidance or accepting life's chaos. It can be more fulfilling to find strength in life's struggles than to search endlessly for meaning.

Why I Don't Buy the A-Theory of Time

Philosophy for the People w/Ben Burgis • 579 implied HN points • 16 Jul 23
📖 Philosophy Time Morality Dualism Materialism
  1. The A-Theory of Time proposes an objectively real, constantly shifting "present moment," which becomes more bizarre upon deeper contemplation.
  2. Studying philosophy in college often involves exploring brain-in-a-vat-style thought experiments about knowledge, debates between Utilitarianism and Kantianism on morality, as well as discussions on mind-body dualism versus materialism.
  3. Access to certain posts and discussions on topics like the A-Theory of Time may be restricted to paid subscribers on platforms like Substack.
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Foundation

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 20 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
📖 Philosophy Ontology Metaphysics Idealism Materialism Consciousness Spirituality
  1. To rebuild civilization, we need to understand the basic nature of being and reality. This understanding will guide our actions and values in society.
  2. Many people hold conflicting beliefs about existence, which leads to problems. Recognizing and embracing a common understanding can help us better interact with each other and the world.
  3. Shifting our view to see consciousness as central can change how we approach life and society. This perspective encourages compassion, interdependence, and a more meaningful existence.

Why we love things?

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Memory Emotions Materialism
  1. We cherish objects that hold memories and emotions, even if they are seemingly simple things.
  2. Material possessions like a watch, a favorite pencil, or a pair of earrings can symbolize identity, hobbies, and relationships.
  3. Things we own and love can serve as reminders of love, inspiration, creativity, and cherished memories.

Fragmentation of the self.

Default Wisdom • 236 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
📖 Philosophy Individualism Language Materialism Critical Theory Communication
  1. Fragmentation of self is influenced by historical shifts like the intensification of division of labor starting in the 17th century.
  2. Language, communication, and individualism are interconnected as seen through McLuhan's views on the power of language in shaping individuality.
  3. Material advancements like the printing press and the telegraph have played a significant role in shaping societal fragmentation and the way we perceive the world.

Things of the Heart

Apposition • 39 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Materialism Digital Age Human experience
  1. Objects hold hidden stories and memories, forming a connection between their history and our own.
  2. In the Digital Age, information dominates over physical objects, impacting how we interact with the world.
  3. Slowing down, forming personal relationships with objects, and engaging in meaningful action are keys to resisting the overwhelming pace of the digital world.

Harris Rosenblum: Craft/Acc

Do Not Research • 19 implied HN points • 15 Sep 21
🎨 Art & Illustration Craft Industrialization Intellectual Property Materialism
  1. Craft is facing a crisis, with a shift towards individualism and commodification diminishing its original aesthetic and productive value.
  2. Neoliberal market dynamics and platform capitalism have further degraded craft, leading to algorithmic outputs and a focus on short-term gains.
  3. Craft has the potential to reclaim intellectual property, promote material engagement, and build a community-driven future with agency in a post-work world.

Dualism vs. Materialism: A Response to Paul Churchland

Logos and Liberty • 0 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
📖 Philosophy Dualism Materialism
  1. Descartes argued for substance dualism, claiming minds and bodies are distinct substances with different defining features.
  2. Materialism faces challenges in explaining qualia and self-awareness, which introspection reveals but materialist accounts have not satisfactorily addressed.
  3. Volitional dualism offers a potential alternative by emphasizing consciousness's importance and the origination of goals by the will.

Materialism society

(hector egbert) • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Materialism Society Philosophy Morality
  1. Modern society is heavily influenced by materialism and the belief that everything, including consciousness, is physical.
  2. Materialism has led to a focus on maximizing pleasure and stimulants, with little value placed on reflection of morals or identity.
  3. Modern culture's embrace of materialism is seen through societal norms and behaviors, showcasing a lack of depth and substance.