Chapter

The Importance of Patterns in Life and Art
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10:15 - 25:11 (14:55)

In this episode, the speaker discusses the significance of patterns in maintaining a consistent and organized life, as well as in creating art that follows or disrupts expected patterns. They delve into the importance of having some level of control and agency in the face of unexpected patterns, and how this relates to human experience.

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Humans need patterns and consistency in their lives to create a sense of meaning and make sense of the world around them.
10:15 - 14:04 (03:48)
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Meaning of life
Summary

Humans need patterns and consistency in their lives to create a sense of meaning and make sense of the world around them. This introspective ability to derive meaning is what sets humans apart from the rest of the animal kingdom.

Chapter
The Importance of Patterns in Life and Art
Episode
#366 - Dr Clay Routledge - A Psychologist's Tips To Find Meaning
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Humans have a unique anxiety caused by the awareness of mortality, according to terror management theory.
14:04 - 21:53 (07:49)
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Psychology
Summary

Humans have a unique anxiety caused by the awareness of mortality, according to terror management theory. Other organisms have a fight or flight response to danger, whereas human anxiety exists as a defense mechanism to assist with the inevitable obstacles of life.

Chapter
The Importance of Patterns in Life and Art
Episode
#366 - Dr Clay Routledge - A Psychologist's Tips To Find Meaning
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Having the belief that one has control over their life and the ability to take action can lead to increased motivation, drive, and resilience.
21:53 - 25:11 (03:17)
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Existentialism
Summary

Having the belief that one has control over their life and the ability to take action can lead to increased motivation, drive, and resilience.

Chapter
The Importance of Patterns in Life and Art
Episode
#366 - Dr Clay Routledge - A Psychologist's Tips To Find Meaning
Podcast
Modern Wisdom