Transhumanism
There are many different reasons why someone might want to become a transhuman. Some people may be attracted to the idea of augmenting their physical and mental capabilities through technology, while others may see it as a way to overcome physical or mental limitations or to achieve a higher level of performance.
Other people may be attracted to the idea of transhumanism as a way to extend their lifespan or to achieve a form of immortality. Some transhumanists believe that humans have the potential to ingeniously prolong life and to achieve a higher level of consciousness or spiritual enlightenment through technology.
Still others may be attracted to the idea of transhumanism as a way to address social and environmental issues, such as poverty, inequality, or environmental degradation. Some transhumanists believe that technology has the potential to solve these problems and to create a more harmonious and equitable society.
10 Traits
As a philosophical and cultural movement transhumanism advocates for the use of technology to enhance and augment human capabilities and to extend human lifespan. Here are ten potential traits or characteristics of transhumanism:
1. A belief in the potential of technology to enhance human capabilities and performance
2. A focus on using technology to extend human lifespan or achieve a form of immortality
3. A desire to use technology to overcome physical or mental limitations or disabilities
4. A belief in the potential of technology to solve social and environmental problems
5. A focus on the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to augment human intelligence
6. A belief in the potential of technology to create a more harmonious and equitable society
7. A focus on individual self-improvement and personal development through technology
8. A belief in the importance of continuous learning and self-education in a rapidly-evolving technological society
9. A focus on the use of technology to enhance and augment human consciousness or spirituality
10. A belief in the potential of technology to create a post-human future in which humans and machines merge or merge into a new form of being.
Conclusion
Ultimately, the reasons for wanting to become a transhuman will vary from person to person and may be driven by a combination of personal, social, and philosophical considerations.
Further Reading: Homo Deus by Yuval Hariri