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Evolution of Life Perspectives in Contemporary Social Change: Theoretical Framework and Philosophical Reflections

Author(s)

Pengjuan Feng

Affiliation(s)

Yan'an University, Yan’an, Shaanxi, China

Abstract

This paper aims to explore the evolution of life perspectives against the backdrop of contemporary social change, by constructing a theoretical framework and engaging in philosophical reflections. It analyzes the trends and underlying causes of changes in life perspectives within modern society. The study aims to reveal the interactive relationships among social structures, cultural forms, and individual consciousness, and how these relationships shape and alter people's understanding of the meaning of life, value pursuits, and moral norms. Methodologically, the paper combines literature review with theoretical analysis to systematically the theoretical viewpoints on life perspectives from classical philosophy to modern sociology, and constructs a comprehensive analytical framework based on this. During the research process, it focuses on the impacts of technological advancements, economic globalization, and cultural diversity on life perspectives, and discusses the significance of these changes for individual lives and the overall society. The conclusion highlights that the evolution of contemporary life perspectives exhibits characteristics of diversification, relativization, and internalization, which is both an inevitable result of social development and a reflection of individual self-realization and social adaptation. Future research should further address ethical issues and value conflicts in the evolution of life perspectives, and how to construct a harmonious and coexisting social order in a multicultural context.

Keywords

Evolution of Life Perspectives; Social Change; Theoretical Framework; Philosophical Reflections; Value Conflicts

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