The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 449. Trauma and the Demolition of Faith | Ronnie Janoff-Bulman
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May 16, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, Ronnie Janoff-Bulman, Professor Emerita of Psychology, shares her insights on how trauma challenges our implicit beliefs and reshapes our understanding of reality. She explores the powerful connection between faith, motivation, and the human narrative, drawing on the biblical story of Job. They discuss the complexities of coping mechanisms, the critique of 'positive illusions,' and the importance of confronting harsh truths. Janoff-Bulman's profound expertise shines as she delves into the moral dimensions of belief systems and their impact on personal and communal responsibility.
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Shattered Assumptions
- Traumatic events can shatter fundamental beliefs about the world, like its meaningfulness and benevolence.
- These beliefs, often implicit, are revealed when shaken, highlighting their foundational role in our understanding of reality.
Hierarchy of Beliefs
- Our belief systems are structured hierarchically, with some assumptions more fundamental than others.
- These fundamental beliefs act as a bedrock for our understanding of the world.
Implicit Beliefs as Weighting System
- Our implicit belief structure functions as a weighting system, prioritizing our attention in a world of overwhelming information.
- When these assumptions are violated, our attention prioritization system breaks down, leading to anxiety and terror.
