Motiv8 - The Motivation Podcast and Inspiration Podcast Jordan Peterson: How to Find Yourself
Oct 10, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Jordan Peterson, a clinical psychologist and esteemed author, delves into the essence of self-discovery. He emphasizes that interests guide us in uncovering our purpose and destiny. Peterson introduces the Future Authoring exercise, encouraging listeners to visualize their ideal future while confronting their personal challenges. By treating oneself like a stranger, he advocates for self-observation to reveal hidden potentials. Throughout, he highlights how addressing our interests can lead to profound personal growth and direction.
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Interests Choose You
- Interests are not chosen; they emerge and grab you without conscious selection.
- You can choose whether and how diligently to pursue whatever captivates you.
Moses And The Burning Bush
- Peterson retells the burning bush story from Exodus as a model for finding destiny.
- Moses steps off his path to investigate a burning bush and encounters a revealing sacred moment.
Depth Equals The Sacred
- The deeper you pursue what grips you, the more you tread on 'sacred' ground.
- 'Sacred' equates to depth: commitment reveals the nature of being itself.