Jean-Paul Sartre and Existentialism

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This paper explains Sartre's beliefs on non-human reality and examines the existentialist moods (psychological states where our freedom and subjectivity are made evident to us). It also argues against the four basic criticisms of existentialism, questions existentialism and God and lastly explains the author's reasoning for choosing existentialism as the best explanation for human reality and behavior.

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"If we consider the criticisms of the theory, and Sartre's rebuttal, again I find that it strengthens the existentialist view. The four basic criticisms are the focus on negativity, promoting quietism, being too individualistic, and too permissive. While the arguments might seem reasonable their source seems to be fear, and not necessarily rational arguments. Sartre's responses to these criticisms are so practical they strengthen the existentialist theory and, thus make it easier for me to agree. While it is true that existentialism focuses on the negative side of humanity, it is necessary to show because this side does exist. "

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