The Sunny Nihilist
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The Sunny Nihilist by Wendy Syfret
'Mindful nihilism is all about seeing yourself as an insignificant cog in the universe - and it works' Evening Standard In an era defined by stress and selfishness, self-care, and obsessive individuality, emptiness can offer peace. A balm for the soul of burnt-out Millennials - disillusioned with the search for meaning through career success, a beautiful life and a beautiful Instagram account - The Sunny Nihilist explains why achievement has not made us happy. Looking anew at a philosophy usually associated with grumpy pessimists, writer Wendy Syfret examines our modern experience of work, love, religion and wider society, and asks whether a touch of upbeat nihilism could actually lighten our loads. Making the case for rejecting the cult of purpose and accepting our un-importance in the universe as a positive reality, The Sunny Nihilist urges us to be cheerful in the face of it - because if nothing matters, we might as well be happy and good to each other.
Mindful nihilism is all about seeing yourself as an insignificant cog in the universe's big picture - and it works * Evening Standard *
You could tie yourself in knots wondering WHAT IT ALL MEANS. . or you could read Wendy's book and feel instantly more relaxed and chilled out. The antidote to anxious times -- Brigid Delaney, author of Wellmania and This Restless Life
Sharp ... This hopeful and breezy take will have philosophy-minded readers believing that an ordinary existence can indeed "become celestial" - if the perspective is right * Publishers Weekly *
You could tie yourself in knots wondering WHAT IT ALL MEANS. . or you could read Wendy's book and feel instantly more relaxed and chilled out. The antidote to anxious times -- Brigid Delaney, author of Wellmania and This Restless Life
Sharp ... This hopeful and breezy take will have philosophy-minded readers believing that an ordinary existence can indeed "become celestial" - if the perspective is right * Publishers Weekly *
Wendy Syfret is an award-winning Melbourne based journalist, who has contributed to publications including the Guardian, Vice and Man Repeller. Her previous roles include Managing Editor of Vice Asia, Head of Editorial for Vice Australia and Australia Editor for i-D Magazine.
| SKU | GOR011759671 |
| ISBN 13 | 9781788167024 |
| ISBN 10 | 1788167023 |
| Title | The Sunny Nihilist |
| Author | Wendy Syfret |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Profile Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2021-07-22 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us |
