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Insignificance
/ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkəns/noun
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Insignificance refers to the quality of being unimportant, trivial, or lacking notable impact in a broader context. It often evokes a sense of humility or perspective, as seen in modern discussions about human existence in the universe, reminding us that what feels monumental personally might be negligible on a cosmic scale.
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The feeling of insignificance, often triggered by contemplating the vast universe, is linked to the 'overview effect' experienced by astronauts, with about 75% reporting profound shifts in perspective after viewing Earth from space, as documented by the Overview Institute since the 1960s.
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