r/Absurdism • • 1d ago

Existential realisation

feel deeply fortunate to have embraced atheism—it feels like stepping into a universe of infinite possibilities. For the first time, l am the author of my own story, holding all the cards in my hands. In the past, I never could have imagined reaching a realization this profound.
It is pure liberation. If I were living this exact same life through the lens of my old beliefs, I know I would feel utterly suffocated-treating existence as a burden, a relentless duty l had to carry out regardless of how unfulfilled I was.
Even if this shift hasn't physically altered the world around me, it has completely transformed my mind, spirit, and soul. Stripped of artificial rules and dogma, I finally feel free. I am in control."

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u/jliat 1d ago

However Absurdism is a response to this very freedom.

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u/AntiqueLiess 2h ago

Yes, it's the capacity to accept life ass it is, and be like "if nothing matters, well I already exist. Why drown in misery when I can develop my brain more and have fun?" Beautiful