Philosophical Dictionary

The final par of the "Philosophy Carol" series. Meeting the Ghost of Philosophy in an eternal cafe brings you to an epiphany.

Explore the profound relationship between cosmic nihilism and entropy in this philosophical examination of universal indifference. Discover how thermodynamic laws shape existence and how thinkers like Nietzsche provide frameworks for finding meaning in an uncaring cosmos.

We ask the tough questions here: what if Sisyphus is just asymptomatic and his happiness is not at all transferable to us "normal" people? Is Camus' assertion more than the "it is what it is" for educated people, even if it is repeated like a mantra in some places?

Popular culture often simplifies or distorts philosophical concepts to fit entertainment (e.g. memes) or narrative purposes, potentially leading to misconceptions. We explain the most common misunderstandings.

It's a condition, okay. Still no reason to fall for the -isms.

What is "optimistic nihilism"?