E460 Jordan Peterson

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Aug 29, 2023

Jordan Peterson, a Canadian clinical psychologist and best-selling author, dives deep into a range of compelling topics. He shares insights on transforming pride into determination, the impact of technology on freedom, and the evolving landscape of free speech in the digital age. The discussion touches upon the challenges of censorship and the importance of authentic expression, while also reflecting on personal anecdotes and the complexities of storytelling. Peterson encourages listeners to harness collective intelligence for a hopeful future.

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Rat King Theory

Theo Von describes a "Rat King" theory for village rat control.
A dominant rat is made by repeatedly adding rats to a pit until one remains, which is then released to eliminate the others.

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Up and Death

Theo Von recalls the Pixar movie "Up" and its surprising opening scene with the grandmother's death.
He compares this to how children learn about death through pets and grandparents.

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Peterson's Disciplinary Hearing

Jordan Peterson is facing disciplinary action from the Ontario College of Psychologists for tweets criticizing Trudeau and so-called gender-affirming care.
He's accused of being a disgrace to the profession and must undergo social media retraining.

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12 Rules for Life

An Antidote to Chaos

Jordan B Peterson

In this book, Jordan B. Peterson offers twelve profound and practical rules for living a meaningful life. He argues that happiness is a fleeting and unpredictable goal, and instead, people should seek meaning as a defense against the suffering inherent in life. The book is divided into chapters, each representing one of the twelve rules, such as 'Stand up straight with your shoulders back,' 'Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping,' and 'Pursue what is meaningful (not what is expedient).' Peterson draws on examples from his clinical practice, personal life, cutting-edge psychology, philosophy, and ancient myths to provide a guide for personal improvement and coping with adversity.

Beyond Order

12 More Rules For Life

Jordan B Peterson

In this sequel to '12 Rules for Life', Jordan B. Peterson presents twelve additional rules to guide readers through the complexities of modern life. The book emphasizes the need to balance chaos and order, warning against the dangers of too much security and the tendency towards tyranny. Peterson draws on psychology, philosophy, theology, and mythology to provide strategies for finding meaning and purpose, even in times of powerlessness. Written during a period of personal and global turmoil, including health issues and the COVID-19 pandemic, the book offers a rich and deep exploration of how to navigate life's challenges[2][3][5].

The Population Bomb

Anne H. Ehrlich

Paul Ehrlich

Published in 1968, 'The Population Bomb' by Paul and Anne Ehrlich predicts catastrophic consequences, including mass starvation and environmental ruin, due to unchecked population growth. The book argues that immediate action is necessary to control population growth to prevent these dire outcomes. Although many of the Ehrlichs' predictions did not come to pass, the book significantly raised awareness about population and environmental issues and influenced public policy in the 1960s and 1970s. The authors emphasize the need for conscious regulation of human numbers and highlight the strain that growing populations place on the natural world[1][4][5].