This guide is for individuals who wish to maintain a healthy ontological distance from reality. It covers various techniques to avoid the crushing weight of existence.
1. Denial - Refuse to acknowledge the existence of anything that displeases you.
2. Projection - Blame your problems on others, it's always someone else's fault.
3. Aggression - Take out your frustrations on those around you, it's a great way to distract from the void within.
4. Rationalization - Justify your actions by convincing yourself they're for the greater good.
1. Disinformation - Spread false information to confuse and mislead others.
2. Censorship - Suppress knowledge that threatens your worldview.
3. Misdirection - Distract people with trivialities, keep them from seeing the truth.
4. Evasion - Avoid discussing the issue altogether, it's too complicated.
1. Mindless Consumption - Distract yourself with consumer goods and services.
2. Solipsistic Escapism - Focus on your own self-interest, forget about the world around you.
3. Escapism - Run away from problems and responsibilities.
4. Nihilism - Believe that life has no inherent meaning, and thus, nothing really matters.