Exploring the end of the modern world and the limitations of science and reason.
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Modernity is overrated. The modern world was intended to be comfortable and peaceful with science and reason leading humanity to a deeper understanding of itself and the universe. What it has delivered are wars of unprecedented destruction, a growing inequality between the wealthy and the poor, a "post-truth" state of confusion, and a sense of meaninglessness to life. While it is true that many enjoy prosperity and comfort that was unthinkable in even the recent past, life today is unsatisfying and seemingly stripped of purpose. We live in an era of unprecedented technological achievement, yet it has done little to enrich our experiences. As the comedian Louis C.K. joked, "Everything's amazing. No one is happy."
Exploring the end of the modern world and the limitations of science and reason.
Exploring the end of the modern world and the…
Exploring the end of the modern world and the limitations of science and reason.
Modernity is overrated. The modern world was intended to be comfortable and peaceful with science and reason leading humanity to a deeper understanding of itself and the universe. What it has delivered are wars of unprecedented destruction, a growing inequality between the wealthy and the poor, a "post-truth" state of confusion, and a sense of meaninglessness to life. While it is true that many enjoy prosperity and comfort that was unthinkable in even the recent past, life today is unsatisfying and seemingly stripped of purpose. We live in an era of unprecedented technological achievement, yet it has done little to enrich our experiences. As the comedian Louis C.K. joked, "Everything's amazing. No one is happy."