The dangers of postmodernity - A philosophical response

In this paper some key dangers presented by patterns of existence in the po stmodern lifeworld, are identified. These dangers consist of symbolic arres t, epistemological nihilism, and technological innovations such as cyborgs and "artilects". It is further argued that such dangers can be obviated by a refoundational philosophical response. (A response of this kind is one wh ich links cognition to constants bond up with the nature of human embodimen t, but which allows that these constants are activated in contrasting ways under different historical conditions.)