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Epicurus and Luddism #51

Epicurus and Luddism #51

What is a natural desire in today's world?

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Dec 08, 2020
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Epicurus does not take any clear stance on technology. But his system suggests that reducing one’s desires is preferable to fulfilling them because then one can achieve happiness without eternally ch…

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