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143. Jean Piaget (Constructivism)

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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The Dance of Imitation and Culture

This chapter explores the concept of dissipative structures through the analogy of whirlpools, illustrating how living beings maintain coherence amidst constant change. It contrasts human moral understanding and imitation abilities with those of other animals, emphasizing the unique role of language in cultural development and its implications for identity.

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