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Existentialism: A Philosophy of Freedom and Responsibility

The article analyzes existentialism not as an academic doctrine, but as a philosophy of radical responsibility and experience. The author emphasizes that a human being is not a defined object, but a project that creates itself through choices, rejecting ready-made justifications. The text invokes the foundations of the thought of Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, and Heidegger, pointing to their relevance in the digital age. Modern humans, trapped in algorithms and corporate roles, face the challenge of regaining authenticity against the pressure of 'the public' and systemic optimization. Existentialism appears here as a tool of rebellion against the reduction of the individual to data and categories, reminding us of the necessity of personal commitment to creating meaning in life in a world devoid of top-down instructions.

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