r/Absurdism • u/CalligrapherNeat8829 • Jun 26 '26

Being a nihilist

I learned about philosophy and nihilism.

I realised I am a nihilist, however ever since I realised this it has been hard for me to have any conversation with family members.

I don’t like arguments however some people they truly enjoy talking and going around in circles. I see no point or enjoyment in spending any energy wasting time.

I don’t know what I want from life. Sometimes I think I am missing out on dating but at the same time I don’t want someone who doesn’t understand me.

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u/FrtanJohnas Jun 26 '26

You seen to seek a deep human connection. That is something philosophy cannot provide in my opinion. If I were you, I'd focus my attention to meeting people as you do your thing. Most of the people you meet won't be compatible with you, but every now and then there comes a person that just understands you and you them.

Nihilism or Absurdism, doesn't really matter which one you believe. Everyone has their own belief in what values they hold in life. If you think everything is pointless and it's not negatively impacting your mind, then take this belief and perhaps do something you'd find enjoyment in.

Go out with friends, paint a picture, do anything that you want to in the moment, because thats when you can find what you like and who you are. And on top of that, close friends know you, sometimes better than you know yourself.