Existentialism and the Tralfamadorians

When Billy was abducted by the Tralfamadorians he asked a why he was abducted. These extraterrestrials responded with a series of questions that actually pertain to existentialism, a type of philosophy. This connection may be seen because existentialism questions human existence. The uncertainty expressed in existentialism was also felt by Billy when he tried to find the reason behind why he was abducted. Apart from this, Billy's view of life was altered completely by the Tralfamadorians, which is what, in this period, existentialism accomplished. The extraterrestrials basically stated that all thoughts that question events that arise or existence are "human." This is because most of us, question absolutely everything and have trouble accepting the idea that there doesn't have to be a beginning, an end, or a reason behind everything. I don't necessarily believe in the existence of aliens but I do think that what Billy felt when he was abducted is what many of us feel when we are passing through moments of disgrace. When an obstacle arises I sometimes feel lost and unfortunate. I find myself saying, "Of all people, why did this have to happen to me?" Being abducted by the tralfamadorians could have been a positive experience for Billy because, as I stated before, his perspective of life changed. This can compare to what we feel after we have surpassed obstacles because we can learn from our mistakes and become stronger.