Using a Second Self to Promote Self-Transformation

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In this video we examine how to use a "second self" to promote self-transformation and overcome the need to engage in self-suppressive escapism.

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Have you been watching John Vervaeke's lectures? I'm noticing a few parallels recently.

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[@infinitive7654]

Thanks for all that you do. Creating a catalogue of the greatest of all philosophy is a worthy task.

[@QuickOne152]

To the members of the team, I first want to thank you guys so much for expressing ideas that are usually unknown and undesirable in the consumer heavy societies we live in. I have actually taken one of your videos in the political playlist and transformed it into an extensive essay used to get into graduate school(I got accepted). However, I have one lingering concern about the maybe bias content of your videos. Namely, this channel seems to focus on the psychology of behaviors associated with the many things humans experience, granted that this channel focuses on that. But given the actual content of what you present, I find that a broadened approach to the topics would be fruitful. For example, including eastern ideas about experience and existence, since, as some claim, western ideologies as the source of western problems(in contrast with vestigial biological systems)-----> This would be, in some cases, the antithesis of your videos. Like this video for example, Eastern thought holds that the self that we identify with is not real and is just constructed for social convention. A simple argument(but arguable ) one eastern scholar (Alan watts) made is that improving one's is never possible because the self that you see to be higher or a better version of you (the second self) must already be you in order for you to become it. Its like the principle of non-contradiction or a version of reductionsim. In another way, the version of yourself that needs improving will be improved by the same version of yourself that needs to be improved in the first place. So if one succeed in 'improving', then one was already the version of themselves that they wanted to be necessarily. Though, you could make the argument that changes in behavior are a key aspect of improving, in this case, one isnt improving, one is just changes one's behavior and its neither good nor bad---> Because the maladaptive tendencies and addiction and so on, are natural. They are what the everything is doing. If it were not meant to be, then it would not be. The myth that there is some thing wrong is simply that. I know it will be unlikely for a response to this, but leave a like or dislike to notify me that this was read. It would be greatly appreciated

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[@TaunellE]

Agreed 😊♥️

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[@darnellhamlet6066]

facts.

[@markbroad119]

He is my addiction. So I must hate myself but I need to listen to him to stop my self hated? Its a circle.

[@wisevisegrip4690]

@@markbroad119 then you need to start doing what ever you need to be doing bro

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[@christinechesse8777]

IG: baltimark - Appreciate.

[@flynn659]

Appreciated x2

[@kiffsan]

x3 here.

[@ForeverSvpreme]

I noticed too👏🏼

[@ForeverSvpreme]

I noticed too👏🏼

[@kiplimocollins]

So after watching this 2 years ago, I started working on becoming a coder, I did courses and started applying to jobs everywhere. My second self is the "greatest programmer ever" (That I can be), well it worked! Right now am a junior developer but I plan to become a senior developer in the next 1 year or so. On that path are certifications and the like. I will let you guys know how well it will work. 1-year edit: So am now a Lead architect!! I'll keep you guys in the loop! The next goal is to work for top 100 company!

[@bizzicole8724]

Hey, am on a similar path. Could you share pointers on how you got hired? Am in the process of looking for a remote job myself

[@indissolubilisociavit6560]

Nice

[@queenbee7074]

Why not operate ur own company aim for something higher

[@dreamer2387]

How you started what habits did you use. Can you tell us in detail and specifically

[@Mo-or3so]

Congratulations!! I myself I’m in the tech industry but I’m not a coder. Onwards and upwards my friend 👏🏾

[@henryw.1732]

This strikes me as similar to what I've heard people refer to as "contemplation of the sage," wherein you visualize how you think the ideal person would react and behave in various situations.

[@akaATK]

what would jesus do

[@deevahlyshus]

I didn’t know this was a “thing” ... but it’s how I raised myself without a mother or father figure 🤔

[@conradjane8659]

A very old Stoic idea.

[@angelonicassio7131]

@@conradjane8659 I think it sounds like Marcus Aurelius when he said watch yourself from above...

[@mayao5762]

I wasn’t aware that this had a name but it’s what I’ve been doing for years. As silly as it is, I visualize what Yoda, Iroh or Master Oogway would do in different situations. What wisdom they’d offer.

[@TheRolland]

“Believe in the you that believes in yourself.” - Kamina from Gurren Lagann

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[@noi5emaker]

Wow. That is really good! Thank you.

[@iqi616]

Great line to remember. Adding that to my self-affirmation. Thanks.

[@phillippatrick1295]

Honestly my favorite quote.

[@madnessbros]

That quote is deeply beautiful. Thank you

[@VinceroAlpha]

Ever since I've watched your videos, they've had the eerie effect of answering life long doubts and questions I've had about myself, reality society and my place in it. Every time you upload a new video I hesitate to click on it and it always bugged me. I would procrastinate for hours, days, or weeks to click on them. But when I inevitably do, it always holds the answer or articulate what I'm feeling into a way for me to comprehend and take a course of action. You've single handily made me realize how vital and overlooked philosophy is!

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Truth is hard, and spiky, it's not easy to embrace.

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It doesn't have to be either-or. I feel like I'm learning a lot from both channels, they complement one another, there's no competition.

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SOL is sometimes really immature. AOI always shows you the noble path.

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This channel is what School of Life should've been.

[@NoFapKing]

information is information

[@antoniorose1206]

Y’all ever notice when you talk to yourself, there’s the version of you that knows what’s right, and the version of you that isn’t so sure and must be shaped by the first one?

[@vlee7217]

Yes

[@bensjourney7607]

Yes that's your higher self 🙏✨

[@p.k.m6352]

Dude this was sooo nice.

[@vlst8715]

Yes

[@shadowqueenz7450]

Omg yes!

[@moodypoetsociety]

YESSSS!!!!! 7 years ago - I began writing a novel about a travelling carnival. I wrote all the character development and rolls set within the first couple chapters and closed the book: Saying; 'I have to go live the story now'. Alas, through these 7 years - I have met all these people in person! Even living alongside a confused circus - completely 'by chance'. This whole way through - eye wrote a second series about my inner world self and outer observations. Developing mine own character; while living half in a dream and half in a shared reality... This, was a lovely reminder of such illuminations and veils to the next layer of uncovery! Thank you

[@ziraprod6090]

Why did you put "by chance" in quotes?

[@kostaftp]

Neville Godard talks about this in his "Act as if" lessons. The more time you can be in your desired Self mode, the more you will internalize these behaviors and will make them natural. The subconscious works with images and feelings so this technique is very usefull for change your personality. I even have my own mental mastermind round table, when I need to think some business strategy, I sit in my mind with my marketing heroes ( Jay Abraham, Phillip Kotler...etc) and imagine what they would make in these situations.

[@Hammett175]

Or it could lead to madness.

[@kostaftp]

@@Hammett175 I dont think it. Nothing bad in exercice your imagination. 😉

[@kostaftp]

@Golden Runway yeah, I love The Ultimate Sales Letter

[@bbmpiano]

Using a double self could be productive, but abusing it is dangerous to a degree. Kierkegaard warned of it before: “Thus when the ambitious man, whose slogan was "Either Caesar or nothing", does not become Caesar, he is in despair over it. But this signifies something else, namely, that precisely because he did not become Caesar he now cannot bear to be himself. Consequently he is not in despair over the fact that he did not become Caesar, but he is in despair over himself for the fact that he did not become Caesar.”

[@pazz1038]

This journey then is for those who can already not bear to be themselves. But also, as is mentioned, it is not necessary to become an exact replica of those we wish to emulate, just to strive to become more than we are.

[@HN-pe6dj]

paz z beautiful response. The aim is to interpret and improve ourselves not to replicate someone who has already been.

[@greatrulo]

I feel we just have to separate outside goals from internal ones, if you setup a double self to become an Oscar winner it might lead to dissatisfaction, but if you set it up to improve as let's say an actor, I don't see any danger. As long as the results are dictated by yourself and not others.

[@soodonim6109]

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde?

[@voyagerdecoded4339]

Minghon Lu WOW! Great Quote

[@joeblack3878]

I was medically retired from the Army after I was blown up and shot. I was an Infantry Squad Leader, and prided myself on my leadership, strength and tenacity. Once retired I had to make a new self because all the parts of me that existed were either dead or not acceptable in a civilized society. I went back to school, and ended up with an MBA; however, during that period my biggest adversary was time. When the semesters ended, I’d often find myself with time... Then the self-suppressive escapism I used to deal with my experiences would surface. I have a new persona, but sometimes the old “me” does come out. I’m going to carry a coin, and see if I can “flip” myself back and forth. Interesting concept.

[@myacct8304]

It's actually terrifying just how timely this video appearing on my recommendations screen is.

[@namescarrynomeaning5222]

Being greatly obsessed with psychology and philosophy as I'm, this channel is an absolute of a gem + adds free. I'm sincerely thankful for your work.

[@gabrieleingrassia2703]

I started to do this when I was a baby after I've watched the movie "The Mask". It was a very useful game to overcome my shyness, growing up I totally forgot about this, now in my 30, I'm watching a video that tells me I start doing this again.

[@TJmusic24]

I’m 29, and yeah I saw the mask when I was younger as well and it lived in my subconscious I think I’m a similar way and never really thought about it, until seeing your comment

[@Oscar-ux7iz]

Im aiming to be a Civil Engineer. The road is difficult but it has been paved by many great humans before me. Thank your very much for the videos!

[@AetherialSatori]

Much love... Never have i had anybody explain me, to me, in this fashion. I already became a supporting member. But i wont allow myself tp become obsessed with it. Yet, every single video i watch, makes my psyche that much more complete... Even if i dont retain everything said, it's a feeling of growth and expansion. Much appreciated

[@chrisbown317]

I just want to thank you so much for these videos, I have started to change my life lost 40 pounds in the last year, completely changed my lifestyle, I still have days where I struggle but always feel better after watching your videos. Your work is really helping alot of people out there. You should be very proud of yourself for what you do. Thanks again man.

[@betisha46betelhemyohanes36]

I wonder how u are now

[@TrapPhoneLoveMelodiesss]

This is one of the best most practical videos I've seen. Thank you brother.

[@Emiliapocalypse]

I heard someone would check their watch as a subtle reminder to get back into character. Love this video, thanks.

[@believernumber9]

Sounds like lucid dreaming.

[@liang2492]

Zacharia Kaos Klauu :D

[@trailerfitter2]

Turn a finger ring is a way of getting in and out of character.

[@albierodriguez9797]

I love that! Similar to the totem concept in the movie inception. I have an image of the ares borghese sculpture on my phone that I look at when I need to step up lol although I’ve been doing that intuitively since before I had even watched this video, this gave me a lot more insight.

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Just became a member! And I really recommend everyone watching this video or reading this does. There's no price to knowledge and also it's actually the same price as one caramel latte if you join as I did. Thank you

[@osse1n]

Basically watching from a *zoomed out perspective,* non personally, and seeing things from as an objective perspective as possible.

[@jonathanbowen3640]

Total nonsense. Its really not just zooming out. It's a much more specific technique than that. It's about creating another theoretical self and all the complexity that goes along with that. It's NOT just zooming out. Did you even watch the video all the way through? And no its not "basically" anything. Its not up to you to sum up this video as if you can shorten it and still retain its utility. Arrogant fool.

[@jonathanbowen3640]

You are the most annoying person/bot on youtube IMO.

[@jonathanbowen3640]

@The No Self Help Junkie He likely wont answer you as hes just here to publicize his channel. It's not a real comment.

[@twotimetony78]

@@jonathanbowen3640 relax bud

[@jonathanbowen3640]

@@twotimetony78 I'm always relaxed. Don't worry.

[@SuperNeutralguy]

This might be the info that I needed at this moment.. I feel that I’ve enacted this method sub consciously to push myself into a better position in my life a few years back but resorted to suppressive self and never could figure out what it was that I lost .. this has made it very clear thank you !

[@kimsherlock8969]

SPOT ON I was invisible as a child Life modelled in poverty No attention given to our needs to survive society I never starved, I did stave from lack of hugs left alone in in phycological pain Not noticed. From the age of 10 depression dampened my pain.

[@SAKA701]

Man I gotta be honest with ya. I really needed this. Thank you for making this.

[@stevekinyanjui9504]

I had a bracelet made that reads "what would James bond do" , it really helps in decision making. My highest gratitude to the makers of this channel and to all the comments that help us discover new insights and knowledge on the ideas posted here

[@jbisntme]

I think activating a “ second self “ is a very dangerous endeavor. I believe this to be nothing more than an activation of our own subconscious self. Which is there for the taking should you have the ABILITY to become conscious of our OWN potentials.

[@abrahamandrade5849]

I found this video be among the most profound and practical of the videos I've seen

[@NenUser12_]

Perfect timing for this video, currently battling addiction with marijuana.. imma finish the last of this bud and really try to stick to my discipline of not smoking weed.. wish me luck!

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YOU GOT THIS BOSSMAN! 🤘🏼

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Good luck? All you need is self control and you are halfway there if you are seeking the education here.

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I'm a simple man. When I see a new video from Academy of Ideas, I click.

[@p5rsona]

Dude, when you present such thought provoking videos, helps to not read so fast.

[@Red_Von]

I swear to god this channel is in my head sometimes. I was just thinking of this

[@Dvssonance]

Same. I just question how healthy this practice is

[@Red_Von]

@@Dvssonance I think you just have to make sure you don't rapidly change to that person, just take small steps each day.

[@xthugniifcent_9695]

Trauma and abuse The fear of being judged or condemned are the greatest reasons I feel embodying your ideal self is the reason must if us wont

[@redpillqueen8888]

?

[@battlecubes4762]

This is what I'm trying to do now. I've been trying this for awhile, but now that I've seen this vid, I now know what exactly I've been doing. I hope to become someone worthy of becoming a shield. A wall that not only protects, but let's others lean against should they ever feel the need. I'm not worthy nor have the ambition to become a king, a healer, nor a sword that is used to defeat others enemies. I just want to be sturdy, and reliable. And in time, I have faith I can do just that.

[@andreithe2nd908]

Ideas are such a wonderful thing manifesting upon our reality, binding beings that have lived, live and will be living in the future. Thank you for constantly reminding me that, and for giving me hope.

[@khagindratri6781]

opportunity at a chance - priceless.

[@anah.6184]

Wow. I don't know how this is so timely about my contemplation these days. Once again, thank you for this.

[@52692luis]

I’ve been imagining my higher self that I pay respect and bring offerings of knowledge for growth. I’m glad this video exists so I can not look crazy anymore

[@Sprite964]

Gonna get myself a box of tic-tacs ! Great tip, thanks.

[@Ray2311us]

Sprite964 Or you can try a ring tied to a necklace on your neck and reverse the role that Frodo played in the lord of the rings. Instead of putting it on for evil you put it on when you are enacting your second self. I’ve thought of this form of healing for awhile now.

[@onewingangel1117]

Whoever makes these videos gets me. Thank you.

[@triniteliah6172]

Each an every one of your videos contains content that has potential to completely alter someone's life in positively colossal ways. The benefits of this channel to its viewer goes far deeper than most of the channels you can find on the KZbin platform, I personally thank you so much for doing everything you've been doing the way your doing it.

[@hyyhmuse]

Can you please make a video on maladaptive daydreaming and escapism??

[@kt9495]

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[@hyyhmuse]

@@kt9495 thank you dear, that helped a lot, thanks.

[@lightgoddess4106]

WOW. This was mind blowing. I had intuitively come up with basically the same concept when looking for solutions to master the situation I am in but seeing this was unbelievable. I feel you hit every aspect of this process perfectly. This was a amazing. Thank you for creating this and sharing this message. Many blessings.

[@peterduckett8384]

So talking to myself is my attempt to create a second self who is capable of dealing with situations I have never experienced, emulating the person I want to be, but the danger is in forgetting who I actually am.

[@youngvlasfetta211]

this has become my favorite channel I must say

[@krishnakonwar3516]

This channel is so underrated. Thank you so much for doing what you do. I have learned a lot. We often tend to look at all these ideas just as words written by people but the way this channel explains great ideas to enable us to reach our greatest potential is incredible. For a layman like me it helps to decipher the value of these ideas.

[@ethericlight1346]

I did this with my shadow self and it worked without a flaw. Years ago I used to throw caution to the wind and focus on trying to be a good Christian thinking that if I only focused on the positive and did good by others everything would work out. All it led to was self repression and me being a gullible rouse😡. Focusing on our negative attributes and working with them to secure a better future for ourselves instead of denying them gives us clarity of mind.

[@danielduarte2139]

You always make me surprised. This is one of the best channels on KZbin!!! When I find myself trapped in this petty and ordinary life you emerge as my daemon whispering words of wisdom. I will practice this "fake it until you make it" psychologal maneuver. May that transcendental and metaphysical concept bless those who strive for a more meaningful existence! Thank you.

[@Michael-go3it]

I always did this with people I looked up like famous people and I would always act like them and if I was watching a tv show I would act like the main character and say things he does and it’s always helped me

[@trailerfitter2]

Beautiful I've never thought this was an idea as self-development. I saw this played out on a BBC series called 'Dear John' who was going to a meeting with guys to help each other out. The peacocking character he met at the group pretended to be like Elvis Prestley. He acted and dressed like him. His other self was a broke man with little confidence in life yet he transformed totally in the role he was playing.

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Everything matter when we want really help the body to be healed ..........🙏🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@marianolazaro3758]

Sure you've been told this many times, but your videos really help people!

[@mariahc.crawley884]

Keeeeeeeeeep Up This REALLLLLLLLY MEANINGFUL WORK!

[@jamesfrancis8646]

Just wanted to say thank you for all these video you are creating. I know they are meant to help other's transform themselves with wonderful and ancient knowledge. However, I can't help but think that this journey to help us all is also transforming yourself. Such is the act of giving. Thank you and bless you on your path of seeking knowledge, self realization and growth; as you assist us in doing the same. Much love.

[@tiranito]

That second self could potentially go into the archetype of god, higher being. At least, that's what it feels to me.

[@sebastianschmidt6136]

Nietzsche Ubermensch

[@Nero-ox5tw]

I'm 20. Soon my youth will be over. Yet I sit writing all day long, thinking that it will always be as such. The greatest tragedy in this life is a man who doesn't witness the mental and physical potential of his prime. Becoming the second self is essential for me and many others trapped in a state of passivity.

[@omoyeni7696]

Woah there, depresso

[@ritika2563]

We are born with the capability. The skill must be learned and attentively cultivated

[@KoreaMojo]

Second self: Dangerous fine line in between development and creation of a mask such as that seen in narcissism.

[@invsin6272]

Then there must be an emphasis applied on “Healthy Escapism” I suppose

[@freddieavalos2242]

This sounds like gibberish to me. Follow that guiding voice in your heart. Don’t over think. Feel don’t think.

[@viccorum4640]

Hope can do much, but resignation empowers you when nothing is left and yet life goes on. You get up and keep going as well.

[@gatsbyhotjacks6711]

This explains me rn. I want everything to be my second self. Hes aware. He knows more than me. I can feel my old self and new self switch, like as if whos in control. But i cant keep it on one or the other

[@_isaac_muniz_]

This is just great. Let's do it, let's write about our second self and fake it till we make it.

[@KWillyzz1]

*Sort yourself out Bucko* _Parts of this video are pulled directly out of Memories, Dreams and Reflections. The Jung No. 1 and No. 2 Model_

[@aleksaholcer9334]

I would say Jung's No. 2 personality represents more of a ancestral connection to the collective unconscious and if anything like this perhaps a representation of the potential on has in self integration, not really a consciously crafted ideal one is meant to emulate.

[@troybernal5085]

@@aleksaholcer9334 what is memories, dreams and reflections Jung 1 and 2 models you guys are talking about ??

[@aleksaholcer9334]

@@troybernal5085 Memories, dreams and reflections is the biography of C. G. Jung. In it Jung explains a part of his childhood in which he found himself at a very young age contemplating the problem of god, mainly due to his father being a clergyman, this leads him to think about a lot of other philosophical problems at this young age. In a way he finds himself split between the child that he is and the childish problems he has (model or personality 1) and this part of himself that feels the connection to the larger world and wonders about its nature (model 2, can be compared to the archetype of the wise old man). Later as he grows he finds himself connecting less with personality 2 as he goes trough his young adult and student years and is in a situation where he has to interact with the world more so he can establish himself (studying medicine) but as he gets to his later psychological and mystical works he seems to channel it more and more.

[@grippimatt]

I can definitely appreciate the Peterson reference

[@DivoGo]

I am only speaking of my experience and only my experience: If there are issues of childhood neglect and abuse, and try to do a second self could lead to trouble. My experience has been to heal my childhood pain and then do a second self because it takes better root with some of that childhood stuff healed. And yes! Easier said than done. But it’s the only game in town for myself.

[@bingflosby]

I have multiple sclerosis I take mushrooms and search utube for answers thank you for your help very grateful

[@ziggenplays1208]

Forget the possible and make the impossible, possible. Believe in the me that believes in you.

[@ckminty603]

Beautiful synthesis of Jung, George Kelly, and Cicero. You are indeed becoming a meta-professor. Thank you for your exemplary strivings.

[@calleinad]

oh wow... i really needed this. i had to take a medical leave from college because of extreme depression and anxiety. it has been over a year, and i have entered a rut. i don’t know when to return, even though i both yearn for it and fear it. i want to be stable again and able to face my anxieties

[@U4sweat]

This works. Simple as that. Makes me think of Tyler Durden too.

[@QuestforaMeaningfulLife]

Brilliant stuff. Really solidifying your reign as the best self-development channel on KZbin!

[@dbuck1964]

Wow in my opinion this is your most useful video ever. Bravo 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻

[@bigmuneh]

My education for the next couple months under this quarantine.

[@PPYTAO]

I hope a lot more people see your videos. I’d love to watch a fourth in a row, but my ideal self would go to sleep now. Night night 🙌

[@fredosantana4547]

One of the best videos ever made for men

[@Super_BeastGirl]

I did this while playing in Dungeons and Dragons and I didn't even realize it for the longest time. I make the connection when I was out with friends and was looking at clothes when I commented "This is so very Kassandra" while looking at something purple. What I meant in that moment was that I liked that girly thing, but it wasn't ok for ME to like, but it was ok for Kassandra to like it. Playing this character for several years, she embodied many traits I wanted myself. Freedom, courage, femininity - and I explored myself by playing her and realized this is who I want to be in many ways. I am going to do this exercise by creating a D&D character who is me in D&D - Kassandra's long lost friend or something. I am unsure of my ritual, perhaps it is pulling out my D20 in those times - keeping those dice on me so I can remember I am roleplaying.

[@Ray2311us]

Personality is merely a form of characteristics enacted by our own self limiting and at times outlandish beliefs. What separates what we choose as self limited and what is outlandish, is the self awareness of that character before and after every ritual. We can self limit ourselves to some of the most possible outcomes there is in life, while maintain outlandish beliefs regardless of its impossibility. All through the act of thought and rituals before and after said thoughts 💭 Personality is run by a settings of emotions and memories placed through out our lives by our selves and our environments. When one realizes (me) that they have been a product of their environment and themselves through the practice of any form of rituals. They then face a MOUNTAIN of settings that apply to some rituals that are inevitable to escape. Due to the ‘self limiting’ beliefs that their past has engrained in them through their natural settings ‘personality’, they face what billions of people on this planet see as possible to be impossible ( granted the recent traumas in their lives speeded this need for resolve ) it has inevitably caused a horrendous ‘self fulfilling prophecy within that individual’ where by the belief of ‘TRANS-formation’ may seem ‘outlandish’ but only because of the inevitable rituals that, that person performs that keeps that idea ruminating. Get me laid already guys this is just ridiculous at this point.

[@tictoc5443]

We are creatures of habit ...create the right habits Create the right understanding

[@thestoicfella]

Mind blowing. Love you brother !!!

[@visioneil]

its interesting how this trick shares similarity with Jordan Peterson tip about aiming to a higher self

[@Alex_Khan]

This video is extremely high level

[@Aligned211]

This is just what I've been looking for.i called it The Better part of me. Thanks for keeping this info out there

[@AlexeiVasilkov]

Damn, the beginning of the video is so important to learn at an early age. I've learned it just recently in my twenties and it sucks. While in school I did not realize that it's a skill to be learned - sculpting your future giving the tools to do it. I thought all you need is tools. And being above average in class didn't help with avoiding getting a huge ego, thanks mum and teachers.

[@josephdanejackson]

Montmorency: Thief, Liar, Gentleman? -- In this, the protagonist went through the same process, coming up with the idea to live two lives. He was a jewel thief, living in poverty, but decided to shed his skin and slowly transform himself into a rich class Englishman. Great series. Thanks for the video, AoI!

[@MysticYusha]

Man this channel should be called the forbidden knowledge

[@marv8360]

Yeah, once I'm not broke (lol) I'm buying that membership. This channel is incredible.

[@jeremykelly3633]

The great Tupac Shakur [also known as Makaveli] demonstrates this concept. This video provides the thesis & treatise.

[@cowl6867]

I believe that only 2 things are stopping you from becoming your second self. fear, and lack of confidence. Get rid of those and you've become your ideal self. It will take time though.

[@pietrolago]

This is awesome man! Another great video! Thanks!! 👏🏻👏🏻😉

[@cristianpetri1]

Thanks for the effort. I already dif some of the techinuqes presented by you without even knowing. Keep up the good work 🙏

[@germancorea8750]

exactly what I needed to see at exactly the right time

[@gopivdather]

OMG!! Why do you post these soooo GooOooD videos!!? You always push me to the limits!!!

[@wighto73]

What a marvellous life changing method. Tomorrow, I buy Tic Tacs and begin the self transformation to my second self!

[@deanallen5567]

Wonderful and inspiring.

[@havenbastion]

What if there is no one you wish to emulate? I believe there are many "great" people and whether you'll ever hear about them is just a matter of circumstance. But also that all Great people are flawed and their flaws are merely covered by their circumstance. The person i wish to become is a better version of myself, not an idealised version of someone else.

[@ashimlimbu1253]

Using art to separate the passages of text is a great idea, thank you.

[@JustinMetanoia]

I Really Dont Comment On KZbin Video Comments But They Way I Became My “ Second Self “ Is Change The People I Looked Up Too , Changed My Habits , Taking The Attributes Of My Role Models And Mold It Into My Version And Put It Into My Personality . Idk If This Going To Work For You Cause Everybody Is Different But Its Worth A Try 🤷🏾‍♂️.

[@dashdigital5869]

i love this channel. great stuff

[@liamschraer7512]

This is brilliant and like many others are saying KEEP MAKING VIDEOS! You’re helping so many bro

[@smallDbigBs]

Hah! This is just the first step. The fun part is when you shatter the ego/mind for multiple perspectives. Boy, thats a wild ride.

[@CamMci]

Austin Santos how do you mean?

[@smallDbigBs]

Ive always tried to stick my head into other people's. Zing. I started digesting concepts instead of the fine details. Once i got into the whole concept of God and what it is to be a god... Its a little.. Harrowing. Shattering. They say its impossible to stare into gods face, which it is, from a scientific perspective. But you can stare into mine. ;) Meditation is important. I pretty much have everything figured out at this point, on the conceptual level. Diogenes was my favorite philosopher. But ill get to spreading this stuff around. People didn't kill god, well, they did. But ima murder that man once and for all so people can move out of their parents house and stop being little shits.