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Philosophy

5 essays on philosophy. All posts

July 20, 2026

Pessimism vs. Realism: The Difference Nobody Explains Well

Pessimism and realism get treated as the same thing, but they aren't. The difference changes what you actually do next — here's how to tell them apart.

July 16, 2026

Stoicism vs. Nihilism: Two Different Answers to "Why Bother?"

Stoicism says focus on what's yours to control. Nihilism says nothing was ever assigned to matter. Here's where they actually agree — and the question neither one answers.

July 13, 2026

Camus and the Absurd: Why Revolt Doesn't Require Optimism

Camus said the absurd demands revolt, not despair. Here's what revolt actually meant to him — and why it's not enough, by itself, to build a life on.

July 4, 2026

What Sisyphus Teaches Us About Repetitive, Unglamorous Work

The Myth of Sisyphus is the usual image for repetitive, unglamorous work. But Camus stops at attitude — the real question is what your repetition builds.

July 2, 2026

Nihilism vs. Existentialism: The Real Difference (and Why "Nothing Matters" Doesn't Mean What You Think)

Nihilism says nothing matters, full stop. Existentialism says nothing matters — so you decide what does. Here's the real difference, and why it isn't academic.