Nicko0301 Posted November 30, 2009 Report Share Posted November 30, 2009 For some reason, I cannot contemplate certain subject--like philosophy, physics, existence etc.--without a concomitant sense of anxiety. I believe that everytime I begin to reflect on these matters, I am reminded of how odd the universe ultimately is. I subsequently become overwhelmed by a sense of uncertainty and fear. Objectivism has, to a certain extent, assuaged my discomfort; but it is still inevitably recurrent. I was just wondering if anyone out there has experienced anything similar (I doubt it), or if anyone has and insights/advice. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capitalism Forever Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 In what way do you consider the Universe to be odd? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko0301 Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 (edited) In what way do you consider the Universe to be odd? That's just the thing: it is difficult to articulate the feeling. It is just this feeling I get when I look at the world. I'll invariably think to myself,"How weird that all of this exists," and "Why does this exist?" Then I'll be stricken by an acute anxiety. I'm sure this all sounds rather strange. Edited December 1, 2009 by Nicko0301 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SapereAude Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 That's just the thing: it is difficult to articulate the feeling. It is just this feeling I get when I look at the world. I'll invariably think to myself,"How weird that all of this exists," and "Why does this exist?" Then I'll be stricken by an acute anxiety. I'm sure this all sounds rather strange. Not really. I imagine your anxiety is caused by a feeling of things being arbitrary. That's what philosophy exists for. To prove to you that this is not all arbitrary, that you are in control of your own life. I think as your personal philosophy solidifies your anxiety will diminish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko0301 Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Not really. I imagine your anxiety is caused by a feeling of things being arbitrary. That's what philosophy exists for. To prove to you that this is not all arbitrary, that you are in control of your own life. I think as your personal philosophy solidifies your anxiety will diminish. Thank you. Indeed, I'm currently reading OPAR and it is enormously helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko0301 Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 Not really. I imagine your anxiety is caused by a feeling of things being arbitrary. That's what philosophy exists for. To prove to you that this is not all arbitrary, that you are in control of your own life. I think as your personal philosophy solidifies your anxiety will diminish. Thank you. Indeed, I'm currently reading OPAR and it is enormously helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWEarl Posted December 1, 2009 Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 That's just the thing: it is difficult to articulate the feeling. It is just this feeling I get when I look at the world. I'll invariably think to myself,"How weird that all of this exists," and "Why does this exist?" Then I'll be stricken by an acute anxiety. I'm sure this all sounds rather strange. You're probably just in the Matrix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko0301 Posted December 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2009 You're probably just in the Matrix ' It's alright if you want to be an insensitive idiot, but could you please refrain from such asininity in regard to this thread? Seriously, if you have nothing useful to contribute, why post? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SapereAude Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 ' It's alright if you want to be an insensitive idiot, but could you please refrain from such asininity in regard to this thread? Seriously, if you have nothing useful to contribute, why post? You may be unaware Nickos that The Matrix thing is kind of a running gag. I'd be suprized if insult was intended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicko0301 Posted December 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 You may be unaware Nickos that The Matrix thing is kind of a running gag. I'd be suprized if insult was intended. No, I didn't know that. In that case, I apologize for reacting angrily. I thought that he was just trying to be derisive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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