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449. Trauma and the Demolition of Faith | Ronnie Janoff-Bulman

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Navigating Beliefs and Trauma

This chapter explores the complex interplay between belief systems and trauma, emphasizing how naive beliefs can initially aid coping but may later lead to disillusionment when faced with harsh realities. The discussion highlights the importance of reevaluating psychological language and resisting cognitive conservatism in light of transformative evidence. Key themes include the moral underpinnings of political ideologies and how differing temperamental traits shape the priorities of liberals and conservatives.

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