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immortalism as a practical philosophy
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The "Immortal" List deals with immortalism as a practical philosophy.
That is, the attempt to achieve vastly extended life spans via technological means and the socio-political sources and impacts of such attempts.
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or retard the acceptance of immortalism as a life philosophy and what
the effects of such a philosophy are on those who hold it. Thus, the
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"The attempt to escape from death anxiety is at the core of the neurotic
conflict . . . . The neurotic life style is generated by a fear of death;
but insofar as it limits one's ability to live spontaneously and creatively,
the defense against death is itself a partial death (Yalom. [1980].
Existential psychotherapy. NY: Basic Books. p. 146.)"
This quote illustrates that discussion is not only concerned with
life extension, but also the impact of immortalist beliefs on the
quality of life.
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