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 |
detém os punhos do tempo,
que nenhum canto
abafa os estampidos da dor,
que nenhum silêncio
abrange os gritos calados.
Digo que o mundo é um imenso lodaçal
em que nos afundamos lentamente,
que não nos conhecemos nem nos amamos
como acreditam os que ainda podem sonhar.
Digo que as pontes se rompem
ao mais tênue som,
que as portas se fecham
ao menor murmúrio,
que os olhos se apagam
quando algo geme por perto.
Digo que o círculo se estreita cada vez mais
e tudo o que existe
há de cair num só ponto.
Word you created
which we translate
bittersweet
thereby
reversing the terms
as if we thought pain
came first
and pleasure only later;
for you maybe joy
was initial,
to be followed
by harsh disappointment.
Yet in the word itself
the two fuse,
and in the condition
it refers to
they mingle,
indistinguishable,
not to be separated
by any force.
It was
your word for love.
- Gregory Orr