A Solution to Nihilism
Nihilism, understood as the negation of all value in existence, has become a threat to modern society. However, this stance is mistaken: life holds intrinsic value, independent of a transcendent purpose. Through various philosophical and psychological perspectives, the essay argues that suffering, impermanence, and the absence of a God do not erase life’s meaning but rather enhance it. Thinkers such as Nietzsche, Frankl, Sartre, and Camus offer responses that transcend nihilism, advocating for the creation of values, resilience, and wonder in life. The solution does not lie in blind faith or abandoning critical thought but in becoming aware of our ability to construct meaning through experience, human relationships, and the appreciation of art and nature. Continue reading A Solution to Nihilism
