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The obvious solution to this is to eradicate all life. I don't think that's a viable option in the long run. It can't and shouldn't be our responsibility to en

The obvious solution to this is to eradicate all life. I don't think that's a viable option in the long run. It can't and shouldn't be our responsibility to end all suffering, rather we should take responsibility for the suffering we cause.

amelius 5y ago
> I don't think that's a viable option in the long run. That would only start all problems again. It could be an explanation for the Great Filter though.
jeofken 5y ago
Reminds me of how the Buddhist solves the problem of suffering by minimising wants, and the Christian by forgiving and loving people and the world for their flaws.
- erhk 5y ago
  And me by taking a nap.
  - pie420 5y ago
    And me by jerking off and crying in a cold shower
ironmagma 5y ago
> The obvious solution to this is to eradicate all life. That implies that suffering is a problem; IMHO it's just part of life and much of what propels us forward. Conversely, Heroin is a drug that can eliminate suffering, but it's pretty clear from the outside that it does not represent the optimal path through existence.