To The Best Of Our Knowledge Cult of the Self
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Sep 28, 2024 Explore the rise of personal branding and our obsession with self-identity in the digital age. Discover how historical movements influenced today's culture of narcissism. Delve into the myth of rugged individualism and its hidden dependencies on community. Uncover the historical roots of self-obsession, including the connections between self-creation and divinity. Reflect on the costs of curating our identities online and the implications of consumerism and authoritarianism on personal worth.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Self-Identity in the Digital Era
01:52 • 6min
Exploring the Historical Roots of Self-Obsession
08:19 • 2min
The Evolution of Self-Identity and Divine Aspirations
09:51 • 2min
The Intersection of Self-Creation and Divinity in Modern Culture
11:39 • 2min
Self-Creation in the Age of Authoritarianism and Social Media
13:53 • 9min
Myths of American Individualism
23:18 • 11min
The Rise and Fall of Individualism
34:04 • 19min