She became a key exponent of existentialism, a movement in philosophy that emphasizes individual freedom and choice. ... During which she followed the traditional eighteenths century critics (gadfly philosophy's), along with her formal philosophy to voice her sentiments on feminism and existentialism. ... During these years they developed the principles of existentialism: first you exist, and through the act of yourself, you become something. ...

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"Existence precedes essence". These words describe a philosophy called existentialism. This term comes from a French philosopher called Jean Paul Sartre. Existentialism has been described as a philosophical movement especially of the 20th century. A true existentialist will create their own beliefs,...

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