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DarkHorse Podcast

Does History Repeat Itself? Bret Speaks with Mattias Desmet

Jul 12, 2022
02:02:26

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Quick takeaways

  • Mass formation occurs when individuals in a society feel disconnected and lonely, making them susceptible to an irrational and destructive narrative.
  • Mass formation leads to the erosion of social bonds between individuals, resulting in a fundamentally paranoid atmosphere and a loss of meaningful relationships.

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Mass formation is a process in which individuals become blindly committed to a collective belief system

Mass formation occurs when individuals in a society feel disconnected and lonely, leading to a lack of meaning in their lives. In this state, people experience free-floating anxiety, frustration, and aggression without a clear understanding of why. This makes them susceptible to the influence of a narrative that presents an object of anxiety and a strategy to deal with it. The masses become willing to participate in this strategy, even if it is irrational or destructive. As a result, the individual's connection shifts from other individuals to the collective, creating a blind loyalty and a sense of fighting a heroic battle.

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