Auctoritas
The author questions himself. The text is the result of this self-questioning.
This gives rise to that fragile authority which mistrusts reality and seeks truth elsewhere.
As a counter-model to a “limited liability” society, the author assumes responsibility for this difference.
The fact that he is bound to fail in this does not count against him.
About
Grew up in the Catholic countryside. The first in the family to graduate from high school and go on to study. Living a dream that, for many, remains just that — a dream.
Learned early on that life cannot be planned and that it is not worth planning for. Provided for in and by the church. Breadless art of theology and philosophy. Fascinated by French philosophy in the 20th century and by Jewish inspirations for Christian theology.
Then, for the sake of the family, chose breadwinning over art: 17 years at McKinsey, in the heart of capitalism. Inspired by the dynamism, analytical sharpness and proximity to the big questions of our time. Benefited from great people all around the world.
Now back in philosophy, with a more differentiated look back — at people in the economy, at the inadequacies of the system and the disempowerment of the individual, at the threat to benevolence within the system of self-interest that has become our guiding science in order to master the acceleration of modernity.
Writing and speaking. Building bridges — or, for now, perhaps just bridgeheads. Between economy and world, between this side of the Rhine and the other, between philosophy and theology.