How to Grow Old: Bertrand Russell on What Makes a Fulfilling Life
The Marginalian • 2/1/2026
Summary
Bertrand Russell discusses the concept of a fulfilling life, suggesting that individuals should gradually expand their interests to become more impersonal. He emphasizes that this process will lead to a reduction of the ego and a greater merging with universal life.
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