Category: Philosophy
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The disavowal that hides in rationality
We tend to think of denial as something loud, visible, and absurd. The flat-Earther. The climate denier. The one who rants on Facebook about globalist hoaxes and fake scientists. We shake our heads, reassure ourselves that we are not them. That we are the ones who think clearly. That we are rational. But what if…
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How to believe in humanity
Written by Simon Olling Rebsdorf, PhD, Climate and Science Advocate I used to believe in humanity. Not blindly. But with a kind of tired hope. I believed we could grow. That empathy could stretch beyond the present, beyond ourselves. That we were capable of imagining life that wasn’t ours, yet. I believed in potential. In…
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A quiet retreat: aesthetic comfort or ethical withdrawal?
By Simon Olling Rebsdorf I sometimes wonder whether this project – Eudaimon.dk – is just another curated way of looking away. Away from spectacle. Away from noise. Away from the burning. Maybe that’s all it is: a soft landing in a collapsing world? We speak of nature’s beauty, inner stillness, the dignity of slowness. But…
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Standing with dignity through realization and action in a collapsing world
Possible individual responses How do we navigate a world unraveling around us while maintaining integrity, dignity, and a sense of purpose? If the trajectory is set, how do we live in a way that still holds meaning? The illusion of control Many of us have been raised with the belief that human ingenuity will solve…
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Why we keep making excuses. The short version
We know what needs to be done. We have known for decades. Climate change, biodiversity loss, resource depletion – these crises are not surprises. Scientists have warned us; reports have been written; the data is clear. And yet, the world keeps delaying action. Why? The reasons go beyond ignorance. They are psychological, economic, political, and…
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Why we keep making excuses. An analytical exploration
By Simon Olling Rebsdorf, climate and science advocate, PhD, Author We know what needs to be done. We have known for decades. Climate change, biodiversity loss, resource depletion – these crises are no surprise. Scientists have warned us, the data is clear. And yet, the world keeps delaying action. Why? It is frustrating and even…
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When we hesitate, the future fades
We hear it all the time. The world faces enormous challenges—from climate issues to social and economic breakdowns, wars, and democracies under pressure. For instance, 70% of the world’s population now lives under autocratic regimes. Yet, the necessary changes don’t seem to happen.
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How we can sabotage our own future – according to AI
ChatGPT reveals ten bleak strategies that can keep us trapped in division, misinformation, and short-term thinking. But there are solutions, focused on promoting critical thinking, strengthening communities, creating economic independence, and prioritizing sustainability to unlock humanity’s potential.
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Is fusion technology the key to passing civilization’s great filter?
In recent years, the question of why we haven’t discovered signs of intelligent life elsewhere in the Milky Way has become increasingly pressing. With over 100 billion stars in our galaxy, many of which host planets within the habitable zone, the odds of encountering life should be substantial. This paradox—known as the Fermi Paradox—has sparked…
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A parable of potential pain: reflections on family bonds and global responsibilities
At times, I find myself immersed in a poignant parable, envisioning a nursing home where the echoes of laughter belong to the elderly versions of my own children; individuals who have, in turn, birthed children and grandchildren. Within this imagined future, I witness a tender scene of familial bonds, as the elder me welcomes visits…
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