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Learning from Mistakes and the Appeal of Scandal
1:02:29 - 1:10:04 (07:35)
The idea of "learning from mistakes" is like a butterfly emerging from a cocoon, shedding the old self for a new one. The appeal of scandal and witnessing the downfall of others may stem from the pleasure of feeling indignation without having to engage in any moral action, a behavior that lacks moral fiber.
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The idea that people distill themselves down to a feature about them, and engage in identity politics, may be driven by an innate insecurity about morality which leads to the need to prove their worth and enforce rules on others, instead of truly facing themselves.
1:02:29 - 1:03:43 (01:14)
Summary
The idea that people distill themselves down to a feature about them, and engage in identity politics, may be driven by an innate insecurity about morality which leads to the need to prove their worth and enforce rules on others, instead of truly facing themselves.
ChapterLearning from Mistakes and the Appeal of Scandal
Episode#310 - Adam Lane Smith - 15 Harsh Psychology Truths
PodcastModern Wisdom
The appeal of scandalous events lies in the fact that it allows people to feel the moral emotion of indignation without actually having to do anything morally right to earn it.
1:03:43 - 1:06:17 (02:34)
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The appeal of scandalous events lies in the fact that it allows people to feel the moral emotion of indignation without actually having to do anything morally right to earn it. The speaker expresses skepticism towards people who derive pleasure from such events, indicating a lack of moral fiber.
ChapterLearning from Mistakes and the Appeal of Scandal
Episode#310 - Adam Lane Smith - 15 Harsh Psychology Truths
PodcastModern Wisdom
Learn from your mistakes, and embrace change as you grow from your experiences.
1:06:18 - 1:08:09 (01:51)
Summary
Learn from your mistakes, and embrace change as you grow from your experiences. Recognize the impact of your mistakes and use it to proactively change how you approach others.
ChapterLearning from Mistakes and the Appeal of Scandal
Episode#310 - Adam Lane Smith - 15 Harsh Psychology Truths
PodcastModern Wisdom
Falling in love with the concept of the underdog comes from our innate need for hope and triumph.
1:08:11 - 1:10:04 (01:53)
Summary
Falling in love with the concept of the underdog comes from our innate need for hope and triumph. Our obsession with this narrative gives us hope that even though flawed people succeed, it's also a possibility for ourselves.