The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 566. The Meaning Of: There’s No Such Thing as a Dragon
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Jul 28, 2025 Dr. Jordan B. Peterson explores the fascinating themes in Jack Kent's children's story, analyzing the symbolic dragons representing our inner fears. Through the story of young Billy, he highlights the chaos that ensues when we ignore life’s challenges. Drawing connections to mythology, he underscores the importance of confronting these 'dragons' instead of succumbing to willful blindness. The discussion delves into family dynamics, emotional healing, and the need for personal accountability in facing our deepest struggles.
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Dragon as Symbolic Predator
- The dragon symbolizes a composite of evolutionary predators and dangers threatening humans and their psyche.
- The archetypal dragon fight encodes our struggle to face the unknown and emerge transformed as heroes.
Danger of Willful Blindness
- Denial and willful blindness to emerging problems cause them to grow unchecked.
- Ignoring an issue doesn’t make it disappear but allows it to become overwhelming.
Tackle Problems Early
- Address problems early when they are small and manageable to prevent them from growing large and destructive.
- Confronting issues forthrightly maintains order and stability in your environment.
