Jean-Paul Sartre believed that human beings live in constant anguish, not solely because life is miserable, but because we are ‘condemned to be free’. While the circumstances of our birth and upbringing are beyond our control, he reasons that once we become self-aware (and we all do eventually), we have to make choices — choices that define our very ‘essence’. Sartre’s theory of existentialism states that “existence precedes essence”, that is only by existing and acting a certain way do we give meaning to our lives.
Therefore, the onus for defining ourselves, and by extension humanity, falls squarely on our shoulders. This lack of pre-defined purpose along with an ‘absurd’ existence that presents to us infinite choices is what Sartre attributes to the “anguish of freedom”. With nothing to restrict us, we have the choice to take actions to become who we want to be and lead the life we want to live.
Therefore, Nate HAS to drench the sandwich in hot mustard, he could do no less than be true to himself.
Rodeo Boy over 4 years ago
Nate, don’t be lax with that guilt tax. Take it to the max. Louie deserves it! :-)
Dirty Dragon over 4 years ago
Jean-Paul Sartre believed that human beings live in constant anguish, not solely because life is miserable, but because we are ‘condemned to be free’. While the circumstances of our birth and upbringing are beyond our control, he reasons that once we become self-aware (and we all do eventually), we have to make choices — choices that define our very ‘essence’. Sartre’s theory of existentialism states that “existence precedes essence”, that is only by existing and acting a certain way do we give meaning to our lives.
Therefore, the onus for defining ourselves, and by extension humanity, falls squarely on our shoulders. This lack of pre-defined purpose along with an ‘absurd’ existence that presents to us infinite choices is what Sartre attributes to the “anguish of freedom”. With nothing to restrict us, we have the choice to take actions to become who we want to be and lead the life we want to live.
Therefore, Nate HAS to drench the sandwich in hot mustard, he could do no less than be true to himself.
SHIVA over 4 years ago
Well put, Mr. Dragon.
Bengal over 4 years ago
Is hot mustard good dragon repellent? Useful knowledge.
Sanspareil over 4 years ago
Pre-mustard guilt tax is the perfect name for a punk rock band!
Lady loves a joke over 4 years ago
That’s love for you, right there.
jpayne4040 over 4 years ago
There you go, Nate! As long as you pay the pre-mustard guilt tax you can drench away!
d.avers over 4 years ago
Therefore I drink Budweiser
judirapelje over 4 years ago
And how could you not give into that face…a tasty morsel is always a good idea!!
Pathfinderman over 4 years ago
It was the look from Louie that demanded the treat from Nate.
Dry and Dusty Premium Member over 4 years ago
Good morning Crew!
Shikamoo Premium Member over 4 years ago
Nate has a heart of gold.
Good evening, Crew!
rgcviper over 4 years ago
Yup—like Judi said above … who could possibly resist that face on Louie (or anyone)?
Good Evening, Crew.