I just want to explore the universe but without FTL spaceships I would need to stay alive for a very long time

:deeper-sadness:

  • TillieNeuen [she/her]
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    3 years ago

    I'd rather live in a society that provides an old age with dignity and community. Extending life past what we consider old age now doesn't really attract me--the rhythm of life is good to me, even though saying goodbye to those you love is painful.

    • Phish [he/him, any]
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      3 years ago

      Yeah that's where I land as well. I totally get the wanting to explore the universe thing. There are few things I want to know more than the secrets of space and time. I suppose until we can expand humanity into the solar system (and probably even then) we're looking at such a finite amount of space and resources that I think it's better that we each get our time on earth then move on for the next generation.