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But you're afraid of losing something. Your mind. Your memory.
- Mitsuki in Invasion, S03E08
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PONDERING UPON A TV SHOW SCENE
Narratives that challenge the view of “We are the result of our actions”:
1. Determinism
This perspective argues that our actions are shaped by prior causes — genetics, upbringing, environment — rather than free will. Neuroscience even suggests that decisions may be made subconsciously before we’re aware of them.
2. Randomness and Chaos
Some philosophies and scientific theories emphasize the role of chance in life. Accidents, coincidences, and unpredictable events can shape our paths just as much as our choices. Life isn’t always a straight line from cause to effect.
- In other words
The idea that “your hubris made your own demise” reflects a moral narrative — one where pride leads to downfall, often seen in Greek tragedies. But real life might be more complex. We are shaped by:
What we do
What happens to us
What we inherit
What we can’t control
Some philosophies say we’re authors of our fate. Others say we’re passengers on a chaotic ride.
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| Wednesday, S02E05 |
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Na sociedade da informação, a linguagem perde toda a distância aurática e se torna superficial, aplanada como informação. A hipercomunicação digital nos deixa sem fala. Assim, vivemos hoje num tempo sem poesia. Quem consome apenas informações também não lê mais poemas.
- Byung-Chul Han em O espírito da esperança
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