Chapter
The Psychology Behind Mob Mentality
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The tendency to form groups and follow the group's actions is a powerful psychological phenomenon that has played a major role in significant events throughout history. People often desire to see the powerful taken down, and when in a group, they can act in ways they wouldn't alone, such as throwing a brick through a window.
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The most significant and terrifying events in history were done on an industrial scale by large groups of people, often with governmental power, uniting against a common enemy.
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Summary
The most significant and terrifying events in history were done on an industrial scale by large groups of people, often with governmental power, uniting against a common enemy. Even when dealing with controversial figures like Alex Jones, it is important to be hesitant in marginalizing individuals without proper consideration.
ChapterThe Psychology Behind Mob Mentality
Episode#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The appeal of watching people in power get taken down is due to a mix of wanting to see powerful individuals become more relatable and the satisfaction of seeing them lose some of their power.
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Summary
The appeal of watching people in power get taken down is due to a mix of wanting to see powerful individuals become more relatable and the satisfaction of seeing them lose some of their power. With the anonymity of the internet, people no longer have any skin in the game leading to unpredictable behavior.