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 PETERSONSometimes it seems the only people willing to give advice in a realistic society are those with the least to offer.
JORDAN PETERSONYou can only find out what you actually believe (rather than what you think you believe) by watching how you act.
JORDAN PETERSONIn Paradise, everyone speaks the truth. That is what makes it Paradise. Tell the truth. Or, at least, don’t lie.
JORDAN PETERSONIt is not virtuous to be victimized by a bully, even if that bully is oneself.
JORDAN PETERSONThe things that pose the greatest threats to your survival are the most real things.
JORDAN PETERSONQuestion for parents: do you want to make your children safe, or strong?
JORDAN PETERSONYou should never sacrifice what you could be for what you are.
JORDAN PETERSONThere are so many ways that things can fall apart, or fail to work altogether, and it is always wounded people who are holding it together.
JORDAN PETERSONWorthlessness is the default condition.
JORDAN PETERSONThere’s some real utility in gratitude. It’s also good protection against the dangers of victimhood and resentment.
JORDAN PETERSONNietzsche said that a man’s worth was determined by how much truth he could tolerate.
JORDAN PETERSONThat which you most need to find will be found where you least wish to look.
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 PETERSONUntruth corrupts the soul and the state alike, and one form of corruption feeds the other.
JORDAN PETERSONWomen select men. That makes them nature, because nature is what selects.
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