Are You Authentic? (Heidegger + River City Ransom) – 8-Bit Philosophy

The video explores philosophical questions about existence, focusing on Martin Heidegger's concept of dasein, which is the human being's awareness of its own existence. Heidegger's idea of living authentically involves recognizing one's own mortality and making conscious choices about one's life. The video discusses how people often live inauthentically by conforming to societal norms, losing their individuality. Authentic living is about confronting mortality and seizing one's existence.

What fundamental question did Martin Heidegger believe should be asked before questioning the existence of something?

• What is the meaning of being?

• Does God exist?

• Is the universe infinite?

• What is the nature of reality?

How does dasein become aware of its own potential non-existence?

• Through the disruption of everyday activities

• By meditating regularly

• By reading philosophical texts

• Through social interactions

What is a crucial element of living authentically according to Heidegger?

• Avoiding social interactions

• Being constantly aware of one's mortality

• Following societal norms

• Accumulating wealth

What does Heidegger mean by 'my ownmost'?

• The part of oneself that is most influenced by culture

• The part of oneself that is shared with others

• The aspect of oneself that is defined by society

• The unique aspect of one's existence that cannot be shared

According to Heidegger, what happens when one allows oneself to be socially constructed?

• One becomes more authentic

• One loses authenticity

• One becomes more creative

• One gains a deeper understanding of the world