Are We Really Interconnected? Ecophilosophy and Quantum Theory from a Postmodern Perspective
Keywords:
ecophilosophy, postmodern paradigm, anthropocentrism, deep ecology, quantum physics, environmental ethicsAbstract
This article analyzes the urgent need for a new paradigm in human-environment relations, critiquing the anthropocentric worldview that has led to severe environmental degradation. The paper argues that ecophilosophy's vision of fundamental interrelatedness among all life forms finds scientific validation in quantum physics, signaling a profound shift in human thought. This emerging 'new postmodern paradigm' challenges Cartesian/Newtonian mechanistic perspectives and embraces ecological diversity without essentialism or radical relativism. The author contends that this transformative postmodernism aligns with ecocentric environmental discourses, rejecting nature-culture dichotomies while honoring biodiversity and cultural differences. Through examination of key thinkers like Michael Zimmerman, Steven Best, Douglas Kellner, and Arne Naess, the study demonstrates how postmodern ecological thought can address global environmental crises by integrating interdisciplinary perspectives and promoting sustainable practices.
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