The Jordan Harbinger Show 33: Will Storr | Avoiding Self-Obsession in the Age of the Selfie
Apr 24, 2018
Join award-winning journalist Will Storr as he explores our collective self-obsession in the age of social media. He dives into the roots of the neoliberal self and questions whether we’re inherently self-obsessed or if it's a learned behavior. Storr discusses the clash between our idealized identities and reality, highlighting the dangers of perfectionism and how social media fuels unhealthy comparisons. He also examines cultural differences in self-perception, urging us to embrace our strengths within realistic limits for genuine fulfillment.
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Misplaced Blame and Credit
- We tend to credit individuals like Beyonce or Steve Jobs for success, ignoring the many who contributed.
- Conversely, we blame ourselves entirely for failures, which is a dangerous mindset.
Neoliberalism's Societal Impact
- Neoliberalism since the 1980s emphasizes competition by reducing welfare and unions.
- It transforms human life into a massive competitive game driven by profit and minimal politics.
Environment Shapes Our Self
- Our environment shapes our sense of self immensely; brains adapt to what helps us get ahead.
- The shift to neoliberalism changed society's values from communal to hustler mentality rapidly.
