The Fundamentalists Chaosmos
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Feb 28, 2021 Dive into the intriguing world of fantasy and its impact on our lives. The conversation touches on how our desires are shaped by isolation and nostalgia, particularly through music and film. A critical lens is applied to romantic portrayals, revealing deeper societal issues of emotional connections. The hosts explore the complexities of purity culture and the psychological implications of chasing perfection. Finally, they advocate for embracing life's chaos, encouraging listeners to find fulfillment in contradictions and genuine relationships.
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Fantasy Makes Desire Possible
- Fantasy doesn't give you desire but makes objects desirable by allowing you to "enjoy your enjoyment."
- Peter Rollins argues fantasies render current possessions meaningful through threat or lack.
Playlists As Desire Rituals
- Elliott Morgan describes making playlists to relive music from another's perspective and increase desire.
- Peter Rollins connects this to love letters: creators often derive more pleasure than recipients.
Fantasy Is Fragile And Reactive
- Small changes can rupture the fantasy that sustains desire, ending attraction quickly.
- Conversely, new phantasmic events can reignite desire after a breakup.
