You're referring to Optimistic Nihilism [1]. Eg, there is no inherent meaning to life, therefore we are free to create for ourselves the best possible meaning

You're referring to Optimistic Nihilism [1]. Eg, there is no inherent meaning to life, therefore we are free to create for ourselves the best possible meaning we can. Nihilism is just, there is no inherent meaning to life, so let's do whatever we want to. That will range from Mother Theresa, to people who just want to see the world burn, and everything in between. Also the article mentions some people who just want to tear down all social institutions, but with no plan to rebuild them. I think those are the real nihilists here. [1]:https://www.openculture.com/2017/10/the-philosophy-of-optimistic-nihilism-or-how-to-find-purpose-in-a-meaningless-universe.html https://www.openculture.com/2017/10/the-philosophy-of-optimi...