The same scepticism that makes our generation more immune to whatsapp fwds than older generations also makes more of us into nihilists in a manner incomprehensible to those who believe more easily.

Nihilisms can set one free. The problem isn& #39;t nihilism. The problem is freedom.

The problem is dealing with the freedom that comes with accepting our utter irrelevance in the bigger scheme of things.

We have a deep rooted need to believe that our purpose matters to the universe.

This is a subtle shackle. Every new discovery we make about the vastness of the universe becomes another symbol of our insignificance rather than a fresh source of wonder.

Learning leads to despair.

Ceasing to need a purpose that "matters" frees us from this trap. We can marvel at new discoveries without feeling increasingly insignificant.

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A sense of purpose should only be heeded, never measured.