's argument
In 05.02.301 of Ettinger's argument, he claims that by embracing the concept of human extinction, we can begin to reconstruct the world in a more sustainable way. He points to the idea of planned obsolescence that has been used in many industrial and technological systems, noting that the same ideas could be applied to the human species itself. By considering the possibility of our own extinction, he suggests, we can begin to shift our focus away from individual self-interest and towards the greater good, encouraging us to take proactive steps to save the future of the planet, our species, and the species we share the planet with. He asserts that this would lead to greater harmony and unity among diverse cultures, while at the same time strengthening our collective ability to resist species-threatening dangers.