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The Concept of Nothingness in Modern Thought

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Nothingness, a concept  that has been  explored by scholars and artists since ancient times, has regained its importance in modern discourses. How can one find ‘nothing’ and call it ‘something’ worthy of contemplation? —that delves deeper into such aspects as existence, reality and perception of the world. Nothingness is represented across a wide range of disciplines, from science to philosophy in modern discourse, and although the concept is not concrete, its application is far from simple.  Philosophical Perspectives on Nothingness Existentialism : Nothingness has been equally explored by existential philosophers like Jean-Paul Sartre and Martin Heidegger. In his book, the existence of nothingness forms the cornerstone of human existence as explained by Sartre in "Being and Nothingness,". He argues that although humans live in a beings-stuffed world, they are equally mindful of nothingness which moulds their freedom and decisions. This awareness of nothing yields to the exi

Understanding Emotional Intimacy vs Physical Intimacy

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Love as the major concept in relationships entails  both  emotional and physical contact which is vital in establishing closeness between two partners. Though these two forms of intimacy may occur in the same relationship, they are distinct and perform separate roles in supporting a relationship. This work aims at comparing and contrasting touching and hugging, defining them, explaining why they are important in relationships and how they define them.  What is Emotional Intimacy?  Emotional intimacy is the sense and feeling fostered by disclosing and sharing one’s emotions with another person. It entails a scenario where two people are comfortable with each other due to several factors and  hence  can open up about their feelings without being rejected.  The basic characteristics of emotional intimacy are such as: Trust: Closeness of the affective level is based on trust, that is, when the partners trust each other personally and professionally.  Vulnerability: Fear, insecurity and h