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Struggle to find meaning (sh.itjust.works)
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Throughout my life I've struggled to find meaning. I've wondered, am I alone in this? I'd like to hear what others have to say. Particularly others that are more knowledgeable in philosophy.

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[–] Codrus@lemmy.world 0 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

Without us, there is no potential for selflessness to the extent we can choose to even suffer for it; not to mention collectively, and the extent that could potentially benefit everything else in the process.