## Aesthetic life - The aesthetic lifestyle - the first stage of life where we prioritize pleasure and immediate experiences - [[Hedonism]], without much deeper purpose to life - child-like exploration of all the possibilities, but not wanting to commit ## Ethical life - A life that values morality and improvement of the world - Introduced through religion - We start to be self-reflective of our desires ## Religious life - What are causes of transitioning? - Going beyond global ethical norms and standards because of human finiteness and limitations. - ex) After living an ethical life, you come upon a great sickness that disregards your previous efforts, causing anxiety and emptiness - When you feel the limitations of ethical rules - We seek forgiveness and create our unique standards based on our personal relationship with God and the ultimate - This is where we must undertake the leap of faith