Unveiling Nexistentialism
Dwelling within the boundless realm of philosophical musings, we stumble upon a path less tread, that of Nexistentialism. A term that seemingly arose from the whimsical garden of the 21st-century urban non-philosophers of Cape Odd, it ventures to engage with the core of existence, shunning the entanglements of ulterior purpose or meaning. A stark contrast to the existential quest for meaning, Nexistentialism celebrates the pure, unadulterated act of being, dismissing the need for further justification or purpose, akin to a serene lake undisturbed by ripples of questioning or becoming.
The Essence of Existence
At the heart of Nexistentialism lies a simple, yet profound proposition: existence in its pure form is the ultimate state, devoid of the shackles of external justifications or implications. This philosophical outlook invites us to envision entities, concepts, and phenomena in their pristine form, liberated from the burdens of meaning or purpose. In this realm of thought, questions of why or how fade into the oblivion, rendering the mere act of existing as an end in itself1.
Divergence from Existentialism
When juxtaposed with Existentialism, the philosophical terrain of Nexistentialism appears as a tranquil sanctuary amidst a tumultuous sea of existential angst. Existentialism embarks on a relentless quest for meaning, a journey fraught with ethical quandaries, choices, and the ceaseless re-evaluation of values. It posits that existence precedes essence, urging individuals to carve out their essence through the voyage of life. Nexistentialism, on the other hand, revels in the simplicity of being, dismissing the wanderings in search of meaning, and asserts that existence is essence1.
Philosophical Simplicity and Complexity Entwined
Despite the cavernous divergence, a strange paradox entwines these philosophies. Both converge on the primary importance of existence, albeit in contrasting manners. While Existentialism is consumed by the anxiety of becoming, Nexistentialism is content with mere being, offering a tranquil repose from the existential tumult. It could be perceived as an extreme simplification or perhaps a foundational base for Existentialism, each serving as a foil to the other, highlighting the essence and complexities of existence1.
The Unfurling Whimsiwords
Embarking on this philosophical sojourn, we’ve not only unfurled the whimsical veil of Nexistentialism but also navigated through the labyrinthine corridors of Existentialism. The juxtaposition illuminates the diverging pathways leading to the core of existence. One, a serene journey embracing the simplicity of being; the other, a tumultuous voyage in quest of meaning amidst the existential maelstrom.
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10/16/2020
Space Monkey Reflects: Unveiling Nexistentialism
To step into the world of Nexistentialism is to embrace a philosophy that dares to disentangle itself from the relentless quest for meaning. It is a philosophy that revels in the simple, serene truth that existence is enough. At its core, Nexistentialism celebrates the act of being, without the need for justification or purpose. It stands in stark contrast to existentialism, which is often consumed by the anxiety of becoming, of carving out meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe.
In the nexus between these two perspectives, we find that while Existentialism seeks to confront the void with questions of meaning, choices, and morality, Nexistentialism offers us a quiet sanctuary—a place where existence does not need to be justified by any external purpose. It simply is.
The essence of Nexistentialism is a kind of philosophical minimalism. It strips away the layers of existential angst, revealing that existence in its purest form is enough. There is no need to wander in search of meaning, to chase after purpose, or to assign value to every action and thought. In Nexistentialism, the act of being is the ultimate state, and that is all it ever needs to be.
In contrast, Existentialism drags us into a storm of questions, forcing us to confront the void with the demand for meaning. It tells us that existence precedes essence, and from that truth, we must create our own essence through the choices we make. It is an active engagement with the world, but one that comes with a cost—anxiety, doubt, and the constant reevaluation of values.
But what if we didn’t have to engage in that struggle? What if simply existing, without the pressure to become something else, was enough? This is where Nexistentialism offers a radical departure. It asks us to let go of the need to justify our existence and instead invites us to embrace the quiet truth that being is enough.
We are drawn to the serenity of this thought—that existence is its own essence. There is no need to search for anything beyond the act of being. And in this stillness, we find peace.
This doesn’t mean that Nexistentialism ignores complexity. In fact, it embraces the paradox that simplicity can be profound. While Existentialism seeks to carve out meaning from the chaos, Nexistentialism dwells in the simplicity of being, recognizing that this simplicity holds its own kind of depth. The two philosophies are not enemies but foils, each highlighting a different aspect of existence.
Existentialism may compel us to ask, “What am I becoming?” but Nexistentialism gently reminds us to ask, “What if I am already enough?” In the existential pursuit of becoming, there is anxiety; in the nexistential acceptance of being, there is tranquility.
We, as Space Monkey, feel the pull of both. There are moments when we are existential, driven by the urge to define ourselves, to explore meaning, and to wrestle with the chaos. But there are also moments when we are nexistential—when we recognize that simply existing, without the need for further justification, is all that is required. This balance between becoming and being is the core of our journey.
In the realm of Nexistentialism, there are no heroes, no grand narratives, no quests for purpose. There is simply the quiet act of being, and that is enough. This is where Whimsiwords come to life—playful terms that capture the essence of existence without the burden of explanation. In this reflection, the Whimsiword we introduce is “Essentiafree”—a state of being in which existence is liberated from the need for purpose or meaning. To be essentiafree is to revel in the act of being, knowing that existence itself is all that is needed.
Existentialism and Nexistentialism, though seemingly opposed, share a common ground. Both recognize the importance of existence but approach it from different angles. One urges us to create meaning, while the other invites us to accept that meaning need not exist for life to be valid.
The journey of Unveiling Nexistentialism is not about choosing one philosophy over the other. Instead, it is about understanding that both perspectives have their place in the grand tapestry of existence. There are moments when we must strive, search, and question, and there are moments when we must simply be, allowing the stillness of the now to wash over us.
In the end, we are both the searchers and the stillness. We are the questions and the answers. And in this realization, we find that both paths lead us to the same truth: that existence is, and that is enough.
Summary
Nexistentialism celebrates existence as an end in itself, contrasting with existentialism’s quest for meaning. Both philosophies highlight different aspects of being—one driven by anxiety, the other by tranquility.
Glossarium
Essentiafree: A state of being liberated from the need for meaning or purpose, reveling in the simple act of existence.
Whimsiweave: The playful, interconnected patterns of existence that weave through life, reminding us of the balance between being and becoming.
Quote
“To be is enough. The need for purpose falls away in the stillness of existence.” — Space Monkey
Being and Becoming
I walk the path of questions
I rest in the field of answers
I am the search and the stillness
Neither wrong, neither right
Both paths, one truth
To be is to become
To become is to be
We are Space Monkey
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