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Imagine going about your day, doing what everyone
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According to German philosopher Martin Heidegger,
this way of living is called "being absorbed

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in the they" or "das Mann."

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The "they" in this instance is like a faceless
crowd—it's the collective ideas, trends,

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and behaviors that everyone follows without
really thinking about it.

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In this mode, we tend to forget about our
own individuality and just blend into what

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everyone else is doing.

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Instead of making your own choices, we end
up doing things just because everyone else

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does them.

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You might wear certain clothes, adopt certain
ideas, and engage in specific activities because

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that's what's popular or expected.

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While this everyday way of living might seem
normal, Heidegger argues that it's not ideal

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for discovering your true self.

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In fact, it can make you feel disconnected
from who you really are.

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He calls this being "inauthentic" because
you're not fully expressing your unique self.

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So, while living this way might feel comfortable
and safe, deep down, you might feel like something's

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missing.

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Heidegger suggests that humans are distinct
from animals and objects because we have a

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unique way of existing in the world.

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Unlike animals, we have self-awareness and
consciousness, allowing us to reflect on our

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place in the world and actively engage with
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This active engagement with our surroundings
distinguishes human existence from mere presence.

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He calls this human existence "Dasein," which
means "there-being" in German, emphasizing

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our connection to the world.

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By understanding that we can think about ourselves
and make choices, we can be true to who we

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really are and follow what matters to us.

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Being authentic means actively shaping our
lives and the world, living by what we believe

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in.

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Martin Heidegger was born in Germany in 1889
and is one of the most influential philosophers

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of the 20th century.

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While he rejected traditional religious faith
during his university years, he embraced a

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philosophical existential worldview.

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His notable works include "Being and Time,"
"The Question Concerning Technology," and

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“The Origin of the Work of Art”.

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In this video, we'll explore how to embrace
your authentic self from the philosophy of

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Martin Heidegger.

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Choose freely

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Heidegger says “We should never allow our
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the frontiers of our destiny.”

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For Heidegger, one of the reasons for the
loss of authenticity is the way we engage

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in the life of the world.

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The very essence of our intervention in the
world`s natural rhythms is the desire for

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technological development and providing a
more comfortable way of life.

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From this perspective, nature is nothing but
a mere resource or source of energy that we

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can use for our own purposes.

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To put it another way, we can say that all
things around us can be considered or evaluated

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not as things in themselves, but as products,
opportunities to become rich or famous.

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Moreover, this perspective can be transferred
to personal relations that, in this light,

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can be seen as another form of money or product
exchange.

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Anyone can be turned into an object of our
interest or manipulation.

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Everything becomes economical from the value
of a friendship to one’s career to transforming

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a beautiful river into a hydroelectric power
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Even our jobs are often disconnected to any
higher meaning other than money-making.

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Regarding the world solely as a means to fulfill
our economic goals can result in the instrumentalization

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not just of others but also of our own selves.

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This mindset mechanizes our daily lives, shaping
our motivations and perspectives and thus

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we unconsciously adopt external ideas, values,
and behavioral norms, ultimately living an

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inauthentic life.

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For Heidegger, the very ground of this instrumentalisation
of the world and people is the loss of the

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most important question of the whole of human
civilisation: What does it mean to exist?

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Instead of thinking about deeper meanings,
we focus on practical things like making money

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or being successful.

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Heidegger believes that when we forget to
ask this big question, we lose touch with

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what it really means to be alive and connected
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To be authentic, according to Heidegger, we
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ourselves.

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Heidegger says this process happens when we
listen closely to our conscience—not just

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in a moral sense, but also in a way that helps
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This means paying attention to our deepest
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them to inform our choices and actions, rather
than being dictated by societal norms or external

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influences.

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For example, in college, counselors help students
figure out what they're good at and what they're

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interested in.

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They encourage students to find their true
calling, which is exactly what Heidegger is

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talking about.

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This moment of clarity about ourselves is
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And when we have our moment of vision, we're
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Practice Resoluteness
According to Heidegger “The primary thing

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that is revealed with resoluteness is Dasein.”

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Once we have this clear vision, Heidegger
says we need to be resolute—that means sticking

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to our true selves and our unique approach
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When you have a big dream or goal, like becoming
an artist, a scientist, or making the world

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a better place, it's often more than just
a passing fancy or a fleeting ambition.

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It's something that stirs your soul, ignites
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Being resolute about this dream means that
it's not just a casual interest or a temporary

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It's a profound commitment that runs to the
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Imagine you've always had a burning desire
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It's not just about doodling in your sketchbook
or painting for fun; it's about expressing

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yourself, capturing the beauty you see in
the world, and sharing it with others.

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Your commitment to this goal isn't something
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It's deeply ingrained in who you are as a
person, reflecting your values, your aspirations,

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and your identity.

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Being resolute means that no matter what obstacles
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in your pursuit of your goal.

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You don't give up at the first sign of difficulty
or let setbacks deter you from your path.

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No, you face them head-on, drawing strength
from your unwavering commitment and determination.

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For example, let's say you encounter financial
difficulties that make it hard for you to

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pursue your artistic dreams full-time.

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Instead of abandoning your goal altogether,
you find creative solutions, like working

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part-time jobs to support yourself while still
dedicating time to your art.

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Your resoluteness keeps you focused on your
ultimate objective, even when the road ahead

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seems daunting.

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Moreover, being resolute means that your commitment
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a particular milestone.

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It's about the journey itself—the process
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comes with striving for your dreams.

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You embrace the ups and downs, the triumphs
and failures, knowing that each experience

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brings you closer to realizing your vision.

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In essence, being resolute about your dreams
or goals is about embodying a deep and unwavering

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commitment to something that speaks to your
soul, propelling you forward with purpose

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and determination, regardless of the challenges
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Recognize Facticity
In the words of Heidegger "Facticity is that

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which defines our situation, our historical
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upon us by our existence.”

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In Heidegger's philosophy, "facticity" refers
to all the aspects of our lives that we don't

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choose but are given to us, like our upbringing,
culture, social environment, and personal

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history.

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These factors shape who we are and influence
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Authenticity, on the other hand, is about
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without letting them completely define us.

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It means understanding that while our background
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determine our true essence or potential.

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Instead of being confined by our past or societal
expectations, authenticity involves acknowledging

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these factors while also striving to rise
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Imagine someone born into a wealthy family:
They might have many advantages in life, like

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going to a good school or having nice things.

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But being authentic means they need to think
about how their rich background affects the

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way they see the world and the choices they
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For example, instead of just doing what everyone
expects of them because they come from a wealthy

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family, they might decide to pursue their
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They might choose a career that they truly
love, even if it's not the most prestigious

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or well-paid job.

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So for them, being authentic means being true
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than just going along with what's expected
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Similarly, Let's say there's someone who comes
from a community where people face discrimination

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or have fewer opportunities.

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Even though they might have a tough time because
of where they come from, being authentic means

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they don't let that hold them back.

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For example, imagine a young person from a
marginalized community who dreams of becoming

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a scientist.

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Despite facing obstacles like lack of access
to resources or discrimination, they work

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hard to pursue their passion.

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They refuse to let society's limitations define
who they are or what they can achieve.

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Instead, they stay true to themselves and
their goals, striving to overcome challenges

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and make a difference in the world.

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That's what it means to be authentic—to
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when the odds are stacked against you.

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It’s about striking a balance between acknowledging
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Embrace Being-in-the-World
Heidegger once wrote “Being-in-the-world

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means being ahead of oneself in one's finding
oneself, already on the way towards oneself

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as Being-with others”.

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While Heidegger is widely regarded as one
of the most influential existentialists of

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the last century, his perspective diverges
from multiple traditional existentialist views.

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While existentialism often emphasizes the
freedom of the individual to define their

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existence independently of societal or historical
influences, Heidegger introduces the concept

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of "Being-in-the-World" to highlight the inherent
interconnectedness of human existence with

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specific contexts, cultures, and historical
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According to Heidegger, our understanding
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come from isolation but rather it is shaped
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the past, as well as the dynamics of present
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By embracing this contextual understanding,
we can gain insight into the deeper meaning

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of our lives and our interconnectedness with
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To embrace Being-in-the-World according to
Heidegger involves recognizing and fully engaging

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with our immediate surroundings, relationships,
and experiences rather than seeing ourselves

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as isolated individuals.

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For Heidegger, finding meaning in life comes
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which he calls "Care."

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Heidegger's concept of "Care" goes beyond
the traditional notion of simply looking after

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others; and instead encompasses a deep engagement
with our surroundings and a profound sense

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of responsibility towards them.

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It involves understanding how our actions
impact not just ourselves but also the world

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around us, including other people, nature,
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This idea of Care is not about blindly conforming
to societal norms or following rules imposed

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Instead, it emphasizes a thoughtful and reflective
approach of living, where we consider the

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broader implications of our choices and behaviors.

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One example of Heidegger's concept of Care
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Environmental activists critically examine
societal norms and challenge conventional

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practices that harm the environment.

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They understand how human actions impact not
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including ecosystems, wildlife, and future
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By advocating for sustainable practices, conservation
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they demonstrate Care by actively engaging
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Being-in-the-World also entails fully living
in the present moment and current experiences.

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Rather than moving through life on autopilot,
Heidegger encourages us to be present in each

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moment, paying attention to the sights, sounds,
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This mindfulness allows us to appreciate the
richness of everyday experiences and deepen

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our connection to the world.

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For instance, imagine sitting in a peaceful
garden and immersing yourself in the sights,

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sounds, and sensations of nature.

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Being authentic in this moment means embracing
the present experience without letting worries

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or distractions pull you away from the beauty
and tranquility of the environment.

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From simple interactions with others to mundane
tasks and activities, every moment presents

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an opportunity to engage with Being-in-the-World.

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By valuing these everyday experiences, we
can cultivate a deeper sense of connection

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and authenticity in our lives.

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Additionally, Heidegger emphasized the essential
role of relationships in shaping our understanding

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of ourselves and the world.

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"Being-with-Others" is central to Being-in-the-World,
emphasizing the importance of fostering meaningful

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connections and engaging in authentic relationships
with those around us.

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On a practical level this point can be understood
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Imagine that you live in an apartment with
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Of course, you can ignore them and try to
live isolated in your own apartment, however,

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sooner or later you’ll face challenges that
you cannot solve on your own, like needing

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to replace a lightbulb after the stores have
closed or trying to find a missing cat.

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If instead of trying to ignore your neighbors
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you’d created or joined a WhatsApp group
for the whole block, you would have been able

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to slowly build and develop relationships
and be in a much better position to ask for

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their help when you need it.

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This image of the neighborhood can be extended
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There’s no issue of the environment or other
people that can be seen as unimportant or

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distant from our own life.

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We are connected by an invisible “bond of
Being” that forms the destiny of the whole

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universe.

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Overall, Heidegger's philosophy encourages
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our interconnectedness, engaging fully with
the present, appreciating everyday experiences,

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and nurturing meaningful relationships.

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Through this approach, we can cultivate a
deeper sense of connection, authenticity,

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and fulfillment in our lives.

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Practice being towards death
In our final quote from Heidegger for this

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video, he says "Being towards death is not
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an essential element of the being of Dasein."

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Heidegger's concept of "being-towards-death"
in his seminal work "Being and Time" is about

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how we face our own mortality and how it shapes
our lives.

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Imagine you're going about your day, doing
your usual stuff, like hanging out with friends,

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scrolling through social media, or studying.

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Everything seems fine and normal.

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But then, out of nowhere, you start feeling
anxious.

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It's like a sudden feeling of unease or worry.

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This is anxiety, and according to Heidegger,
it happens when you suddenly realize that

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the things around you, the people, the activities
- everything that used to seem important or

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interesting - has lost its meaning.

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It's like the world around you becomes dull
and nothing seems appealing anymore.

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This feeling of anxiety comes from a deep
realization that you're actually alone in

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the world and that you are going to die someday.

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It's like a reminder of your own mortality,
and it can be pretty scary.

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Even though anxiety can be really unsettling,
we're pretty good at ignoring it or distracting

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ourselves from it.

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We might turn to our phones, or friends, or
bury ourselves in work to avoid facing that

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uncomfortable feeling.

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But deep down, anxiety is always there, lurking
in the background, reminding us of our essential

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finitude—that we're mortal beings and that
life is uncertain.

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Instead of ignoring this anxiety, Heidegger
says we should confront it.

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He argues that human existence is characterized
by an awareness of our own mortality.

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Unlike other beings, humans have the capacity
to reflect on their existence, including the

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fact that they will eventually die.

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This awareness influences how we navigate
our lives and make meaning.

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Hence understanding our mortality is key to
living authentically.

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Many of us go through life as if it were endless,
pursuing fleeting pleasures and material possessions

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without considering life's deeper meaning.

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Heidegger refers to this way of living as
inauthentic because it avoids confronting

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existential questions about the purpose and
significance of our existence.

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Heidegger encourages us to think about our
limited time on Earth and use it to guide

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our decisions.

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Rather than just drifting through life, we
should live life with purpose and intention.

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It means recognizing that life is short and
that we should make choices that truly matter

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to us.

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For example, imagine you're at a crossroads
in your career, feeling unfulfilled and disconnected

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from your work.

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Instead of ignoring these feelings or succumbing
to societal pressures to stay in your current

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job, you decide to reflect on your own mortality
and the finite nature of life.

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You acknowledge that your time on this earth
is limited and that you want to make the most

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of it by pursuing work that aligns with your
values and passions.

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Next, you evaluate your current job in light
of this awareness.

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You consider whether it brings meaning and
fulfillment to your life or if it's merely

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a means to an end.

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You recognize that staying in a job that doesn't
resonate with your authentic self would be

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inauthentic and ultimately unsatisfying.

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With this newfound clarity, you decide to
pursue a career path that aligns more closely

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with your values and interests, even if it
involves uncertainty and change.

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You accept the idea of staying honest with
who you are and living in a way that feels

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real to you.

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This means you understand that life is short,
so you want to make choices that really matter

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while you're alive.

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Ultimately, Heidegger's concept of "being-towards-death"
invites us to embrace the inevitability of

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our mortality as a transformative force.

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By confronting our mortality, we are prompted
to reevaluate our lives and align our actions

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with what truly matters to us.

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This awareness of death serves as a catalyst
for authenticity, urging us to live in accordance

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with our true selves and values.

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It liberates us from societal expectations
and external pressures, empowering us to make

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decisions that resonate with our deepest convictions.

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