“Simplifying to the extreme, I define postmodern as incredulity toward metanarratives.”
What this quote means
Lyotard's quote defines postmodernism as a distrust of grand narratives that claim to explain the world. It resonates in an era where global ideologies are being questioned. We live in a fragmented world, where absolute certainties give way to doubt. This incredulity pushes us to question established systems of thought, whether religious, political, or scientific. It applies to our relationship with universal truths, inviting us to adopt a more nuanced and critical perspective.
How to apply it daily
Question a belief you take for granted; seek alternative perspectives and challenge its universality.
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