Chapter 1: A Dark Moment

Not long ago, I found myself grappling with thoughts of ending my life. I was on the brink, and while I won't delve into specifics to avoid encouraging such thoughts in others, it was a serious moment. The essence of my despair stemmed from the belief that life loses its meaning when faced with the inevitability of death.

However, a shift occurred in my mindset when I began to contemplate the possibility of transcending death. I realized that there might be an 8-9% probability of witnessing advancements in transhumanism during my lifetime—an idea centered around leveraging science and technology to overcome mortality.

Transhumanism primarily focuses on utilizing scientific innovations to transcend death. (Graphic credit: Genealogies of Modernity)

After making this realization, I set out to explore the concept further. My research uncovered promising information. Experts suggest that a pivotal moment for transhumanism could emerge within the next seven years. According to articles in Forbes and The Guardian, advancements in biotechnology by 2030 may enable a significant integration of humans with artificial intelligence and genuinely intelligent systems. Notable proponents of this idea include U.S. entrepreneur and investor Ray Kurzweil, along with many others who share his vision.

This revelation brought me immense joy and was profoundly transformative. If we anticipate that transhumanism will reach a significant milestone in the next seven years, it suggests that there may be a 49% chance of achieving some form of transcendence over death within my lifetime—well before I reach a typical life expectancy. (For context, I fall into the midrange millennial demographic.)

This is my current estimate. If life holds meaning only through the potential of overcoming death, then this same percentage may reflect the significance of our existence.

That realization has been more than enough to instill hope within me, motivating me to continue forward.

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Chapter 2: Embracing the Future

In contemplating the future, I recognize that the possibilities of transhumanism offer a compelling reason to persevere. The potential for scientific breakthroughs that may allow us to defy death is an exhilarating prospect.

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