

AUTHOR SERIES: "12 Much Better Rules for Life" or something w/ Hanzi Freinacht (Daniel Gortz)
Dec 8, 2022
Daniel Görtz, a political philosopher and key figure in metamodernism, joins to discuss his work, '12 Much Better Rules for Life.' He unpacks the value of friendship in counteracting modern life's transactional nature. Görtz emphasizes embracing life's messiness over the pursuit of peak experiences. The conversation navigates the balance between persistence and the art of quitting, stressing its role in personal growth. They also tackle the complexities of happiness, victim culture, and the quest for justice, offering new insights into societal dynamics.
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Metamodern Self-Help
- Hanzi Freinacht's book offers a metamodern take on self-help, going beyond the individual focus of Jordan Peterson.
- It emphasizes collective societal changes for individuals, teams, societies, and civilizations.
Good Friend Status
- Layman Pascal noticed Terry Patten was called a "good friend" while he was just a "friend" in the book.
- He jokingly asked Daniel Görtz how he could upgrade to "good friend" status.
Individual vs. Society
- Peterson's individualist approach has merit, but neglects the profound impact of societal structures.
- Görtz emphasizes the interconnectedness of individual and societal change.