Dr. John Vervaeke Ep. 5 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Plato and the Cave
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Apr 3, 2023 They discuss Plato's traumatized response to Socrates' death and his exploration of the two-world mythology and psychological theory. The chapter explores the adaptive nature of egocentrism and the importance of cooperation. It also delves into achieving inner harmony to experience peace and clarity of reality. A thought experiment about authenticity and genuine relationships is discussed, as well as the importance of understanding the logos or structural functional organization.
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Socratic Wisdom
- Socrates believed wisdom is coupling salience with truth.
- He saw self-deception as a threat to a meaningful life.
Plato's Influence
- Plato, deeply affected by Socrates's death, sought to understand human folly.
- His work is considered foundational to Western spirituality.
Plato's Psychology
- Plato developed the first psychological theory to understand human foolishness.
- This theory explored inner conflict and its connection to self-deception.