What is existentialism?

Existentialism is a philosophical movement that emphasizes individual freedom, choice, and responsibility. It focuses on the idea that human beings are entirely free and responsible for their own actions, and that they must create their own meaning and purpose in a seemingly indifferent and absurd world. Existentialists believe that the essence of an individual is determined by their actions and choices, rather than by any pre-existing essence or nature. Key existentialist thinkers include Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Friedrich Nietzsche.

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