Why Does The Universe Exist?

Asking why the universe exists is akin to self asking itself why it exists. The simple answer is really is self-evident. The purpose of self - the meaning of life - is companionship, friendship, love. It is this the reason of the universe. It is this the reason of self. Self appears differentiated to itself so not to be by itself. Self appears differentiated to itself for companionship, friendship, love.~ Wald Wassermann, Physicist