Posthumanist philosophy emerges as a critique of the perspective that views the human being, the ánthrōpos, as the center of the universe, the ontological model of the Renaissance-era Vitruvian man. Through an analytical understanding of the limits and the negative or restrictive implications of humanist thought, posthumanist philosophy seeks to open up the possibility of rewriting the “concept of man” or the human condition in which it is situated, within a broader context of awareness, particularly concerning the relationship with the surrounding world and other species.

The main critical question posed by posthumanist philosophy (which has its roots in Donna Haraway’s book, “A Cyborg Manifesto” →) is the centrality of the human being in the cosmic whole, which self-positions itself at the apex of the Ego-system, a system entirely geared towards its survival and well-being, its selfish needs, or the elevation of its identity. What posthumanist philosophy suggests, instead, is the need to move away from this pyramidal scheme to develop something closer to a proper relational balance among the multiple existences, in a dimension that aims for the harmony of dignities, an Eco-System.

The human being should not regard themselves as inherently more valuable than the “non-human,” as both are integral components of the same interdependent ecosystem. Consequently, the concept of “man” needs a substantial reevaluation, emphasizing what lies beyond individual subjectivity. This heightened awareness of interconnected existence commences with the understanding that the self (EGO) serves a greater cosmic purpose (ECO), both being dynamic facets within a broader, synergistic system (SEVA) →.

This transformation signifies a shift from a design primarily focused on humans to a design centered on all forms of life. It promotes a regenerative approach that respects and considers the well-being of other life forms. This, in turn, fosters the dissolution of notions of superiority, biases, and privileges, ultimately leading towards collective healing from the constraints of the old paradigm.