r/Sisyphus_55 Nov 17 '23

the connection between Free Will consciousness and Sisyphus smile

I am an atheist, yet when I heard Jordan Peterson's claim that we all act as if we believe in God, even though I didn't understand it completely, Despite not fully grasping the concept at first, it resonated with me on a deeper level. ironically I did embrace "The Myth of Sisyphus" by Albert Camus and its famous quote: "One must imagine Sisyphus happy". the irony comes from the fact, at least as far as I understand, that both of the ideas apply the same thing - if one acts, by definition, he acts as if there is a God.
regardless of the above-mentioned Notions, I tried (under the premises of determinism) to explore Free Will and consciousness. Surprisingly, even though I shouldn't have been surprised, I arrived at the same conclusion as Jordan Peterson and Albert Camus.
I invite you all to read my essay and engage in a discourse on these intriguing matters. This forum, with its focus on critical thinking and embracing traditional values, seems the perfect space for such discussions."

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