The Meaning of Life | A J Ayer (Video Essay)

What is the meaning of life? According to A.J. Ayer there isn't one. Indeed, there cannot be one. Meaning and purpose only come when we want to accept that meaning and purpose. Therefore, says Ayer, meaning can only come from ourselves, never religion, science or genetics.

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It sounds like you're saying people are completely free to choose whichever meaning best suits them, which on its face would deny any role for the subconscious.