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Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Sun Jul 05, 2020 12:05 pm
by Libertarian666
Mountaineer wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 11:12 am
drumminj wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 10:15 am
Xan wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 9:59 am
I don't think there's any greater way to say "you matter; you can do things" than to say that it is your duty to protect and defend the women and children in your life, even to the point of your own death.
That's an interesting way of looking at it, Xan, but it's implicit in that line of thinking that mens' lives are more expendable, and women and children are more worthy of saving.

That doesn't mean it's not honorable to give your life to save others. But to say that I matter because I can choose to drown instead of someone else doesn't sound very empowering to me (other than indicating I have control over what to do with my life and when/whether to give it, which at least indicates I have free will!)
Women are more worthy than men if you value continuation of the species. It takes only one man if you want a thousand babies but it takes hundreds of women. ;)

Secondly, you really think you have free will? ;D
1. Women who bear children are more worthy than men in that regard.
That leaves out almost all modern feminists.
2. You just had to say that, didn't you?

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:04 pm
by drumminj
Mountaineer wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 11:12 am
Women are more worthy than men if you value continuation of the species. It takes only one man if you want a thousand babies but it takes hundreds of women. ;)

Secondly, you really think you have free will? ;D
From a procreation point of view, I don't disagree with your first comment. But clearly society doesn't currently prioritize based on that criteria -- there are all kinds of things we prefer/promote/value that are at odds with continuation of the species as animals -- monogamy, for example. I think it's fair to assume we're discussing this in the context of our current society/culture?

I don't want to debate whether we have free will or not regardless, but I actually mis-spoke and intended more that I'd have some sense of individual freedom, as I'd have agency over what to do with my own life.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:37 pm
by Smith1776
Mark Leavy wrote:
Sat Jul 04, 2020 11:31 pm

You know, Smithers, I think you have your head on pretty straight. Jordan Peterson seems like a decent and smart man. I don't get too much out of him, (other than admiring his outstanding communication skills) but probably because I am already old and I already pretty much agree with him.

From what I can tell from your postings, Mr Adam Smith 1776 sir, any young man or woman would be happy to have you as a father. Keep reading Jordan's stuff. Keep reading other great literature. I know you do. And keep thinking deeply about life. You and yours will do well.

I wish you great success in finding a gal that shares your values. Just don't lose your damn driver's license again :)

I look forward to the world that you and your family create.

Mark
Wow, thank you for the kind and uplifting words. I really don't know what to say.

Well, except that I will reiterate what I've posted a few times before. When I get married, the regular posters of the forum will definitely be invited!

Thank you for being such a great Internet friend! I always value your wise input and counsel.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:53 pm
by Smith1776
I have read through 12 Rules for Life once before, but I think I will make my way through it again starting this week. Like you guys have been discussing, for young men Jordan Peterson is like a father figure that they perhaps never had. One of the big keys to me was how constructive his advice was rather than nagging. Honestly, reading/listening to some of his stuff made me choke up a little at a few points as I definitely got the father vibe.

"Stand up straight with your shoulders back. Speak your truth. Pick up your suffering and bear it. Do your best to live forthrightly in the world!"

His discussions with Joe Rogan on the JRE podcast are absolutely amazing.

https://youtu.be/04wyGK6k6HE

https://youtu.be/vIeFt88Hm8s

https://youtu.be/USg3NR76XpQ

https://youtu.be/9Xc7DN-noAc

https://youtu.be/6T7pUEZfgdI

His latest one which is my favourite one by FAR: https://youtu.be/dQw4w9WgXcQ

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 12:17 am
by Tortoise
Smith1776 wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:53 pm
His latest one which is my favourite one by FAR: https://youtu.be/dQw4w9WgXcQ
Absolute classic.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 1:03 am
by Smith1776
Tortoise wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 12:17 am
Smith1776 wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 1:53 pm
His latest one which is my favourite one by FAR: https://youtu.be/dQw4w9WgXcQ
Absolute classic.
Agreed. He really took it to the next level in that interview. Never giving up is a simple yet powerful virtue.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 5:50 am
by dualstow
I’m glad you like ‘12 Rules’, Smith. I got the hardcover when it came out, was all excited about it, posted about it here, and got only negative feedback. Not “this guy sucks” but more “not impressed” and a sprinkling of, “he’s a plagiarist.” He almost certainly does borrow from smarter, more original thinkers and he doesn’t get everything right, but I just found the book very digestible, and I wish I had read something like it at your age.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 7:26 am
by Smith1776
Mr. Peterson is my workout partner this morning! O0

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Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:37 am
by Smith1776
dualstow wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 5:50 am
I’m glad you like ‘12 Rules’, Smith. I got the hardcover when it came out, was all excited about it, posted about it here, and got only negative feedback. Not “this guy sucks” but more “not impressed” and a sprinkling of, “he’s a plagiarist.” He almost certainly does borrow from smarter, more original thinkers and he doesn’t get everything right, but I just found the book very digestible, and I wish I had read something like it at your age.
Really? Even here? I find that rather surprising. I would have thought this crowd would be quite taken with his work.

In terms of popular opinion these days I really don't understand why he gets as much flak as he does. As for him being a "plagiarist" I personally see his work as just being well sourced and backed up.

I, too, find his work very practical and implementable. That's more important to me than a bunch of highfalutin jibber jabber. The one thing I admire about him most is his willingness to publicly stand up against the wave of political correctness espoused by the left.

"There's 40 genders so far and more are coming!!!! GET READY."

"Ummmm. No. And here's why."

Love it.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:52 am
by Xan
This interview was my first introduction to him:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMcjxSThD54

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:14 pm
by Xan
drumminj wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 10:15 am
Xan wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 9:59 am
I don't think there's any greater way to say "you matter; you can do things" than to say that it is your duty to protect and defend the women and children in your life, even to the point of your own death.
That's an interesting way of looking at it, Xan, but it's implicit in that line of thinking that mens' lives are more expendable, and women and children are more worthy of saving.

That doesn't mean it's not honorable to give your life to save others. But to say that I matter because I can choose to drown instead of someone else doesn't sound very empowering to me (other than indicating I have control over what to do with my life and when/whether to give it, which at least indicates I have free will!)
I disagree with the assumption that the person who gives up his life for another is less valued. I think it's quite the opposite. Look at Christ, for example.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:35 pm
by drumminj
Xan wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:14 pm
I disagree with the assumption that the person who gives up his life for another is less valued. I think it's quite the opposite. Look at Christ, for example.
Wouldn't it be more accurate to say their death is valued rather than their life?

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 10:19 pm
by vnatale
Xan wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:14 pm
drumminj wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 10:15 am
Xan wrote:
Sun Jul 05, 2020 9:59 am
I don't think there's any greater way to say "you matter; you can do things" than to say that it is your duty to protect and defend the women and children in your life, even to the point of your own death.
That's an interesting way of looking at it, Xan, but it's implicit in that line of thinking that mens' lives are more expendable, and women and children are more worthy of saving.

That doesn't mean it's not honorable to give your life to save others. But to say that I matter because I can choose to drown instead of someone else doesn't sound very empowering to me (other than indicating I have control over what to do with my life and when/whether to give it, which at least indicates I have free will!)
I disagree with the assumption that the person who gives up his life for another is less valued. I think it's quite the opposite. Look at Christ, for example.
Of course that is the entre for these (famous) Bible Verses:

12This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you. 13There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

Vinny

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2020 11:12 pm
by Mark Leavy
Let's pull this thread back to Smith just being a guy that can look himself in the mirror in the morning and say "Man! I look good!"

That really is all that it's about. How do you wake up in the morning happy with your life?

Emerson, Whitman, Jordan, Newton?
A gal that gives you a wink?
A horse that knows just a bit more than you?
An old man with a Mexican lottery ticket?

The world is full of teachers. We just have to pay attention.

Mark

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 5:40 am
by Mountaineer
Mark Leavy wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 11:12 pm
Let's pull this thread back to Smith just being a guy that can look himself in the mirror in the morning and say "Man! I look good!"

That really is all that it's about. How do you wake up in the morning happy with your life?

Emerson, Whitman, Jordan, Newton?
A gal that gives you a wink?
A horse that knows just a bit more than you?
An old man with a Mexican lottery ticket?

The world is full of teachers. We just have to pay attention.

Mark
Indeed, we must primarily pay attention to the teacher, not just a teacher.

John 12:25 (ESV) Whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

Meaning: Idolatrous love of self brings a person under God's judgement. "hates his life": Semitic idiom indicating preference; the opposite of sinful self-adulation.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 9:10 am
by Xan
Yes, back to the topic at hand.

Here's a great interview discussing Peterson, and how he's covered in the media, from a religious perspective. It's really interesting.
https://issuesetc.org/2018/11/14/3182-m ... -11-14-18/

Smithy, if you're really looking for a father-ish figure, Peterson is a good start. One that you can talk to and get to know, and who can get to know you, would be even better. This looks like a good church and part of the pastor's job is to be a kind of father figure. I guarantee he won't shy away from telling men that they're important. https://www.vancouverlutheran.org/

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 12:07 pm
by Hal
Xan wrote:
Tue Jul 07, 2020 9:10 am
Yes, back to the topic at hand.

Here's a great interview discussing Peterson, and how he's covered in the media, from a religious perspective. It's really interesting.
https://issuesetc.org/2018/11/14/3182-m ... -11-14-18/

Smithy, if you're really looking for a father-ish figure, Peterson is a good start. One that you can talk to and get to know, and who can get to know you, would be even better. This looks like a good church and part of the pastor's job is to be a kind of father figure. I guarantee he won't shy away from telling men that they're important. https://www.vancouverlutheran.org/
+1 If you can find a man with principles and lives by them, go for it.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 5:35 pm
by Smith1776
Xan wrote:
Tue Jul 07, 2020 9:10 am
Yes, back to the topic at hand.

Here's a great interview discussing Peterson, and how he's covered in the media, from a religious perspective. It's really interesting.
https://issuesetc.org/2018/11/14/3182-m ... -11-14-18/

Smithy, if you're really looking for a father-ish figure, Peterson is a good start. One that you can talk to and get to know, and who can get to know you, would be even better. This looks like a good church and part of the pastor's job is to be a kind of father figure. I guarantee he won't shy away from telling men that they're important. https://www.vancouverlutheran.org/
Thanks for the interview, Xan. I will listen to this on my drive this evening.

As for the church, it's funny, I was just chatting with a friend over dinner the other day about exploring churches in the area. Serendipity! Thanks for the recommend.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 5:50 pm
by Xan
Smith1776 wrote:
Tue Jul 07, 2020 5:35 pm
As for the church, it's funny, I was just chatting with a friend over dinner the other day about exploring churches in the area. Serendipity! Thanks for the recommend.
Cool! It's just a shame they've had to put Pint Night on hiatus because of the virus.

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2020 6:13 pm
by Smith1776
Going back to what Mark mentioned, the world is indeed full of wise and experienced figures. We can call them teachers, father figures, or whatever it may be. I'd say there's a "big 4" for me that are strongly influencing my life currently.

- Jordan Peterson (as mentioned): through various speeches and his book "12 Rules for Life" speech compilation
- Ray Dalio: his book "Principles" and his various YouTube videos on how to navigate life are all excellent. Principles for Success
- Tony Robbins: his books don't quite resonate with me, but his speeches are second to none. Robbins breaks down the elements of success
- Arnold Schwarzenegger: amazing speeches in his own right. "Speech That Broke The Internet"

(Internally I can't help pronounce but pronounce "Schwarzenegger" as "Schwarz 'n' egger", and then I start craving breakfast food.) ;D

I swear, there are no Rick Rolls in any of the links above this time. ;D

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 3:09 am
by Smith1776
"12 Rules for Life" in presentation/speech form by Jordan Peterson.

https://youtu.be/-5RCmu-HuTg

(Again, I swear not a Rick Roll lol.)

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 7:48 am
by dualstow
Smith1776 wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:37 am
dualstow wrote:
Mon Jul 06, 2020 5:50 am
I’m glad you like ‘12 Rules’, Smith. I got the hardcover when it came out, was all excited about it, posted about it here, and got only negative feedback. Not “this guy sucks” but more “not impressed” and a sprinkling of, “he’s a plagiarist.” He almost certainly does borrow from smarter, more original thinkers and he doesn’t get everything right, but I just found the book very digestible, and I wish I had read something like it at your age.
Really? Even here? I find that rather surprising. I would have thought this crowd would be quite taken with his work.

In terms of popular opinion these days I really don't understand why he gets as much flak as he does. As for him being a "plagiarist" I personally see his work as just being well sourced and backed up.

I, too, find his work very practical and implementable. That's more important to me than a bunch of highfalutin jibber jabber. The one thing I admire about him most is his willingness to publicly stand up against the wave of political correctness espoused by the left.

"There's 40 genders so far and more are coming!!!! GET READY."

"Ummmm. No. And here's why."

Love it.
FWIW, I searched high and low for the posts using both advanced search and google with site:{this forum} but to no avail. <shrug>

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 8:42 am
by Hal
Smith1776 wrote:
Tue Jul 07, 2020 6:13 pm
Going back to what Mark mentioned, the world is indeed full of wise and experienced figures. We can call them teachers, father figures, or whatever it may be. I'd say there's a "big 4" for me that are strongly influencing my life currently.

- Jordan Peterson (as mentioned): through various speeches and his book "12 Rules for Life" speech compilation
- Ray Dalio: his book "Principles" and his various YouTube videos on how to navigate life are all excellent. Principles for Success
- Tony Robbins: his books don't quite resonate with me, but his speeches are second to none. Robbins breaks down the elements of success
- Arnold Schwarzenegger: amazing speeches in his own right. "Speech That Broke The Internet"

(Internally I can't help pronounce but pronounce "Schwarzenegger" as "Schwarz 'n' egger", and then I start craving breakfast food.) ;D

I swear, there are no Rick Rolls in any of the links above this time. ;D
Have you listened to this one?
Admiral McRaven - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxBQLFLei70

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2020 5:18 pm
by Smith1776
Hal wrote:
Wed Jul 08, 2020 8:42 am

Have you listened to this one?
Admiral McRaven - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxBQLFLei70
Wow. What a phenomenal speech! 8)

Re: Jordan Peterson's Influence On My Life

Posted: Thu Jul 23, 2020 3:30 pm
by Smith1776
This video is wonderful. Perfect for anyone who needs a little mental pick-me-up today.

https://youtu.be/PrIrZRd0pGE