We are thrust into an infinitely complex universe. Invariably raised by woefully underprepared caregivers. Before we know our ambitions, we discover that will die.
In the face of existential terror, it’s natural to develop defence mechanisms. To psychologically tie our identity to something transcendent/immortal (God, ideas, values etc.)
It’s unnatural to embrace the infinite, like a happy Sisyphus.
Nietzsche’s attitude of saying ‘Yes’ to all of life.
Embracing everything as though we would have chosen it. Whatever happened is irreversible, it’s woven into the fabric of life.
Acceptance short-circuits moral outrage