When existence reveals itself as existentially intolerable, thinking collapses in on itself. In such situations – in the depths—it’s noticing, not thinking, that does the trick.
JORDAN PETERSONWhen existence reveals itself as existentially intolerable, thinking collapses in on itself. In such situations – in the depths—it’s noticing, not thinking, that does the trick.
JORDAN PETERSONTo act is literally to manifest preference about one set of possibilities, contrasted with an infinite set of alternatives. If we wish to live, we must act. Acting, we value.
JORDAN PETERSONYou’re not perfect just the way you are. You could be better!
JORDAN PETERSONPet a cat when you encounter one on the street.
JORDAN PETERSONConsciousness is a mystery that faces the mystery of potential and transforms it into actuality. We do that with every choice we make. Our choices determine the destiny of the world. By making a choice, you alter the structure of reality.
JORDAN PETERSONIf society is corrupt, but not the individuals within it, then where did the corruption originate? How is it propagated? It’s a one-sided, deeply ideological theory.
JORDAN PETERSONThat’s poetic in its malevolence.
JORDAN PETERSONConsult your resentment. It’s a revelatory emotion, for all its pathology.
JORDAN PETERSONThe better ambitions have to do with the development of character and ability, rather than status and power. The status you can lose. You carry character with you wherever you go, and it allows you to prevail against adversity.
JORDAN PETERSONwhat can be truly loved about a person is inseparable from their limitations.
JORDAN PETERSONThe secret to your existence is right in front of you. It manifests itself as all those things you know you should do but are avoiding.
JORDAN PETERSONIf a child has not been taught to behave properly by the age of four, it will forever be difficult for him or her to make friends.
JORDAN PETERSONIf you don’t say what you think then you kill your unborn self.
JORDAN PETERSONYou deserve some respect. You are important to other people, as much as to yourself. You have some vital role to play in the unfolding destiny of the world.
JORDAN PETERSONWe are increasingly falling prey to the desperation of meaninglessness.
JORDAN PETERSONIt’s appropriate and praiseworthy to associate with people whose lives would be improved if they saw your life improve.
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