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Steve Castro Organizer of The Columbus Philosophers' Meetup Group

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Location

Powell, OHUSA
(Hometown: Ohio)

Member of this
Meetup Group since

July 15, 2004

Organizer of this Meetup Group since

January 30, 2005

Introduction

I'm interested in philosophical activism, ethical integration, and community. What seems common to our group is that we want to leave the world a little better than we found it through thoughtfulness and altruism.

What is the meaning or purpose of life? In other words, why does the universe exist?

While no two people have the exact same purpose, there is a purpose that all people share. The purpose of life is to flourish; to live long and well. Furthermore, living well is about comfort but also about pain. Happiness mixed with struggle is what makes life worth living. I believe the universe has always existed, so a reason why it exists is not applicable.

How do you live your beliefs in daily life?

Rather than being goal-oriented (such as striving for comfort or immortality), I consider myself challenge-oriented. I believe a good challenge makes me healthier and helps me appreciate life better, somewhat regardless of how my efforts turn out. For this reason I skateboard, take Tae Kwon Do, and try different things. Also, philosophy and morality help people live longer and better, so I try to help people develop their worldviews, which in itself helps me develop my own and enjoy life. This is why I run the Moralist Community and want to enhance thoughtful, benevolent community in general.

Does the world reflect your beliefs? Why or why not?

Most people want to flourish in life and that is inherently good. However, people are often misguided in how best to flourish. I am optimistic because I think a lot of good happens in the world that goes unnoticed amidst the bad, but I am progressive in that no matter how bad or good the world is, it could always be better.

What Steve Castro is saying about this Meetup Group

We have been progressing well for the past couple months, building ideas from topic to topic along with some good friendships! I look forward to every 4th Monday!

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