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He emphasized that the universe is indifferent to human existence, stating, "The universe doesn't know I'm here, and it won't notice when I'm gone." This acknowledgment of cosmic insignificance shaped his attitude, suggesting that recognizing our place in an uncaring universe is the proper stance for a rational individual. For Hitchens, this acceptance was a form of stoic quietism, resisting the temptation to seek meaning in the cosmic scale or divine intervention.