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The Danger of Sourcing Connection Status from a Single Source
1:13:39 - 1:19:17 (05:38)
The belief systems of hikikomori closely align with the concept of the status game, indicating the danger of sourcing one's connection status from just one source, which can lead to believing in and behaving according to damaging ideas. Playing different games and exploring different sources can be a solution to this problem.
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When people source their sense of connection and self from just one group or belief system, such as in cults or extreme political groups, they become vulnerable to believing and behaving in damaging ways.
1:13:39 - 1:15:59 (02:19)
Summary
When people source their sense of connection and self from just one group or belief system, such as in cults or extreme political groups, they become vulnerable to believing and behaving in damaging ways. This also applies to those who struggle with connecting with others, as their sense of self becomes tied up in the games they play.
ChapterThe Danger of Sourcing Connection Status from a Single Source
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker emphasizes the significance of warmth in social interactions, signaling to others that domination, coercion, and bullying will not be used in the interaction.
1:15:59 - 1:18:15 (02:16)
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the significance of warmth in social interactions, signaling to others that domination, coercion, and bullying will not be used in the interaction. He suggests that warmth creates a sense of usefulness towards others and can help individuals win in their competition with rival games.
ChapterThe Danger of Sourcing Connection Status from a Single Source
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
Will Storr discusses the concept of the "status game," which he wrote about in his book of the same name, and how people use social position to gain power and control over others.
1:18:15 - 1:19:17 (01:01)
Summary
Will Storr discusses the concept of the "status game," which he wrote about in his book of the same name, and how people use social position to gain power and control over others.