Example Of Simulation Theory

Throughout the history of humans, we have asked questions of how we got here or where did we come from. But what if all we knew was a lie. A very popular theory to answer these questions is the simulation theory, which is similar to the Brain-in-Vat theory. The simulation theory argues that all of life is a computer simulation, which would mean the keyboard I’m typing on is fake, my parents fake, your children fake. The world we live in is reality for us, but is it actually real. If the world was a simulation and there was a button in front of me that would end it, I would. It would be ignorant to know the truth and deliberately ignore it and allow the simulation to continue. Along with ending the simulation comes the end to the evil atrocities that are present in our world today. Another presence in the world today is the suffering that we endure through life. For example, diseases and death. Having the knowledge and power to end these things would be somewhat rewarding, …show more content…
For example, the recent chemical warfare that was used on innocent children in Syria. Ending the simulation would eliminate these things from happening. For me this would be a gift, stopping all evil for eternity. Even though there would be nothing after, I would leave with a good conscious. Along with evil, there is suffering in the world. Ending the simulation would allow all individuals who are suffering from disease and death to leave without any pain or suffering. The pain and suffering along with the world would be gone. The last reason I would press the button is because of how corrupt the world is today. The world today is run by the rich and powerful, which takes away power from ordinary individuals. We are slaves to the systematic society we live in today. Having the opportunity to have more power than those individuals who have ruled over our lives for centuries would feel