Be Precise in Your Language

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[@KEW-pd1jn]

Arm Yourself with The Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Righteousness, the Sandals of Peace, the Shield of Faith, the Helmet of Salvation, and the Sword of the Spirit.

[@Tryin2Bnice45]

Amen!

[@KEW-pd1jn]

@no user name to display yes, the omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent one!

[@alanwayne369]

Amen

[@RandomlyAwesomeFilms]

This is too abstract to be helpful to me.

[@KEW-pd1jn]

@@RandomlyAwesomeFilms Give it a Google!) Because research is required. Or go to Sunday school and ask any of the teacher’s… Both options are free!)

[@BlushnBlue]

I'm trying at least now at my age to get rid of fillers within my language. Not easy but it is a great goal to have. Thank you Dr. Peterson.

[@jad2290]

You're not little .

[@Dudemon-1]

The one that irritates me is when someone starts an answer with "I mean".

[@BlushnBlue]

@@Dudemon-1 That's a good one to note as well.

[@elmarciano0630]

It really ain't bad tho if that's how you speak. Most of the time it's not about what you say but how you say it.

[@FermentedZucchini]

@@elmarciano0630 you’ll be taken more seriously if you speak proper English

[@blondiemom25]

Don’t get rid of the pauses. A pause allows you a moment to think through what you will say next. You can’t speak eloquently if you aren’t thinking. Plus, in conversation, it gives the other person a chance to talk.

[@paulpaul4681]

I.... Couldnt.... agree...... ..... more.

[@JirkaHrachovec1]

Didn't he meant like the pauses when you are like eeeeeeh or you just look confused

[@smwokk]

Yes, and don't allow another to interrupt you before you complete your point.

[@tommytheshimigami]

He is not referring to that kind of pause, but the kind of pause people have when they are searching for things to say because they do not know what to say and try to depend on others around them to think for them.

[@simplyinsaneyt]

@@tommytheshimigamiexactly

[@rosemaryallen2128]

One of the most enjoyable uses of precise language is being able to pen a smart retort when you encounter idiocy in KZbin comments... I never imagined extensive reading would come in so handy!

[@nikolozkiziria419]

Get rid of pauses *Pauses

[@yaya_is_real]

His pauses are to think not the like uujhhmmm let me but ahh uuhhhhhh 2 mc chicken uuuhh

[@jimhughes1070]

@@yaya_is_real 🤣🤣🤣 it always seems like the nuclear option... When they don't get the obvious! 🙏🦾💪...🥰

[@LudmilaT.]

There is a way to pause that holds people's attention. It's a pause of "i am taking a moment to choose the most precise way to say what i have in mind" rather than a pause of "what was i talking about?"

[@thevoiceofchance]

I think he means long pauses, because short pauses can be powerful if placed right

[@The_Natalist]

Pauses are significantly better than "ummms"

[@Rose-jz6ix]

My mother only went to school until year 6 primary school. She ended up a triple certificate nurse. He is correct about reading, she read a lot. Didn't swear, yet could tear you apart with words.

[@vivagarcia2237]

Thank you Dr. Jordan Peterson!!!

[@drakoan]

This is honestly my biggest flaw as a speaker at times, not being precise enough. I used to be much better at it but was shamed for "using big words" but I used to thrive on being specific. I let it slip and now I have to get back into the groove of it. Game on.

[@Redeemed.4salvation]

'Big words' & eloquence are not needed to speak precisely. More about being thorough.

[@nickdaplumba]

This is where I’ve been stuck working on. There’s progress but it’s slower than I’d like.

[@Klove5343]

My first thought was arm yourself with knowledge but he nailed it

[@johna4488]

I have aways belived knowledge is our greatest weapon in life but having the backup for when reason fails isn't the worst thing to happen

[@jimhughes1070]

Preparation 💪🦾🙏

[@nickhyder9141]

*believed

[@johna4488]

@@nickhyder9141 You'er

[@raytyre750]

Indeed. History shows that tyrants tend to be quite unreasonable.

[@janet1744]

John I wanted knowledge to gain respect and friendship but I should have gone for wisdom. Without wisdom knowledge is wasted.

[@rachelcross27]

I absolutely love Jordan Peterson ! ❤🥰😇

[@Zec226]

He is right!

[@leebackus9875]

Listen to Jordan speak. He is the perfect example.

[@goofyjohn6191]

You will never doubt I mean what I say but if you persist with a stupid and aggressive action I will silence you

[@Chabelita1985]

Love this message! Read.

[@nachtdrachen716]

There have been studies that prove small pauses and a few "ums" during a speech or a lecture helps the listeners remember the dialogue better. The pauses and "breaks in speech" allow the brain to process what was said, place into short term memory... And then go back to listening. The pauses and breaks also allow a few moments for the speaker and the listener to find relatable understanding... Kind of like: "I'm going to say this important thing... * Pause . And let it sink in a bit *... And then say another important thing... " Listen to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., President Obama, Winston Churchill, etc. Great speakers... All of them paused...❤️😁

[@Jan2844]

Best advice from the great man.

[@pmw3839]

I don’t always agree with him, but he is 100% right with this. If you are articulate, you usually get the better of people. And reading helps attain it. Also, people who use the word “like” in every sentence, drive me insane.

[@spacemanbill9501]

I experienced something with my boss recently. I asked him a question, which was a relatively broad question. He goes on a tirade about the necessity of speaking clearly. So sometimes, we have to give each other the benefit of the doubt, give each other the space to misspeak.

[@tulsathundercat]

I forget the specific lecture, but Jordan spoke of, maybe the 'king of the Titans' and he was all eyes and tongues. Bc he observed like no other and spoke the truth of what he saw like no other. Its so valuable to SEE and be able to SPEAK ELOQUENTLY THAT WHICH YOU'VE SEEN. We've all learned the importance of that over the last couple of years. Jordan is all eyes and tongues no matter the stakes and im so grateful for that.

[@ernestinalefebvre5191]

Uhm this is fantastic advice ✨🙏🏽

[@Subs1338]

Standard self help advice

[@ThanksForAllMyToes]

@@Subs1338 Standard, but apparently not enough people know it. So it needs to be repeated.

[@ThanksForAllMyToes]

@@jelenamrcelic3837 That was the joke and the whole point of the comment

[@queencum]

I like totally agree

[@pankratiusochsenwerder7635]

Uhm

[@helenbailey8419]

Atomic gob.Clear,to the point.I agree with Mr Peterson about the ums,likes and pauses.Be precise in your language.Its calming and people listen.

[@svenboelling5251]

In recent years I have tried to put into words a lot of things that the literature, for whatever reason, did not describe so accurately that it would be understood. I tried it in the circle of acquaintances, in the circle of family, I tried it everywhere and the only people who understood the words were those who experienced in a similar way what I was trying to explain. So I wonder what words are really worth if the life experience behind them isn’t there. For me it was no different for many years, stories here and there, many words but without the experience that led to the explanations understanding was not possible. And I’ve been precise enough in the things that concern me over the past few years, in my opinion. But it just doesn’t help in trying to explain it to people who lack experience, they don’t understand. And I’m also thinking that maybe most of the evils in the world come about because words aren’t enough. Everyone wants to be understood somehow by others, but how if there is a blockage in the brain that makes words useless?

[@words007]

No matter how smart even JP dont like these long paragraphs written on youtube 🤣 i mean nobody reads it, i didn't. #Team JP.

[@fredapel6039]

Very good question, a thing that I've noticed, but blamed on intelligence/intellectualism but I don't really know

[@blakebunch4485]

@@words007 I did read but I agree. I sure won't hardly read one any longer unless it really grabs me first couple sentences. I finished this one to see if the person measured up to their own bell ringing... They didn't.

[@MG-hi9sh]

@@words007 That's lazy, I read it. You should read it and try and understand the message being conveyed.

[@svenboelling5251]

@@fredapel6039 I think intelligence is overrated. As I have it right in front of my eyes, the theme of empathy can be described quite well as an example. If you don’t have empathy, so you don’t have the experience, then almost all words are meaningless, you can’t understand what is meant. Words, literature and all that work well if the knowledge already exists but is not yet formulated in the mind. Then it helps, because without formulated knowledge it is very difficult to consciously work with it. However, my problem is that I can formulate my topics as long as I want, others seem to be completely missing these experiences in their minds. That’s what I wanted to say.

[@bryangriffin3139]

Yeah I've had my mom correcting speech for long as I could remember after all she is a PhD in English I learn a lot I just have to be humble and she's the best she always tells me how it is and what I could be doing to better myself always that's why I love her cuz she never lets up so yes arm yourself with words language you can't communicate you're stuck inside and it's hell inside there at least it's for me cuz I Am My own worst enemy after all as long as I know that I can see it when scales have shifted

[@Motor521]

Being well read in the broadest array of subjects, is the best way to gain perspective, and wisdom in all things.

[@clabianco1]

Peterson, who soeaks a lot if truth, fails with his own "like", "you know", but we forgive his imperfections because he gives us much wisdom. We all fail to be precise in our language, especially politicians and religious people.

[@johnd1047]

Right on the money, as usual.

[@nickygenesse4920]

Thank you Dr Jordan Peterson for all your wonderful teachings you are changing my life. I enjoy listening to how you explain things make so much sense, your reasoning is quite impressive I feel the same way on a lot of things you say makes me feel like I'm connected. Again, thank you for explaining so many topics on how you can inchain them is interesting and refreshing .I love the words you use.

[@ladybugforest3687]

Gosh I have some cleaning up to do.

[@robgoodsight6216]

Absolutely precise explanation!

[@joscribner]

Since I’ve become an adult I’ve realized how much I was taught to just assume and read peoples’ minds. It’s so hard to change. It’s a lot of work to undo bad habits especially when your parents have taught you so many.

[@befriendly]

I think the pauses are good to have. Think before you speak. I agree with all else.

[@chefejwiththesauce]

Great advice!!

[@elsaatti]

Best advice I need and have today ! Respect for this teacher.

[@nasaihyana]

And that is a life long pursuit

[@deborahmcdonald8960]

Great advice

[@user-ts6yi8rn9y]

I wish I had this insight as a teenager or younger. Fantastic

[@uckBayNguyen]

Intelligence: a mind is a terrible thing to waste, a waste is a terrible thing to mind

[@peaceandlove544]

Be consistent values, words, knowledge

[@ChristopherDwiggins]

Yes this is crazy important and so many are illiterate. Its something i already struggle with and the internet makes it much worse. Idc to talk to you for any limelight. But yeah perhaps soon after getting more in line so to speak one day. 👍

[@karanfield4229]

Looks so cool in that suit. Very suave!😍

[@pluggotic]

Yes, apart from the fact that a moment, or more than one, will come and speech will be useless or even a hindrance. And yes, they come. Even silence itself, or the space between words, are proofs of the infinite.

[@Adam-sw8cc]

I love this

[@klassicwale3625]

Makes a whole lot of sense, get it under your control💯

[@vivokea8334]

Another way is to remember that people have opinions...that does not mean they right nor you wrong.Know who you are, and stick to that.

[@shriharsh9065]

Sir, I love you

[@tanvirmahfuz202]

Pauses are great if you can use it properly. Instead of 'umms', pause for 4 seconds. It lets the audience process what you have said and gives you the time to think what to say next.

[@Razear]

There's nothing more dangerous than an eloquent tongue, not even the most sharpened cast iron sword.

[@mymelodichandle]

Too good not to take a screenshot of 👏

[@Bengal_Razor]

It's often the only way to prove your worth

[@laurelharris1081]

Your smile is disarming, Jordan.

[@cheyanne8901]

I agree with all except pauses, I understand having them to a maximum during any certain conversation or talk, but they're important, they may be the make or break for what you say next, they help you think and they are the silent ums, because nobody can be 100% scripted and prepared to talk because we learn as we go and we have to process this nee information.

[@JoshuaMichael53]

James chapter 3 and the taming of the tongue comes to mind

[@SharonWilliams-jz9fw]

Yes! Get rid of the “ums and likes and the no’s”

[@lisascheunert7688]

Brilliant

[@vanessamartin8018]

I like umm really love this.

[@xxxvcvv]

Yes! Right on all points 💯

[@AvenDonn]

".......... And the pauses..............."

[@egistdiko3539]

And he pauses 10 full seconds when asked a question🤣 Not dissing him , just funny

[@MizantropMan]

For a moment there I though he is wearing a Killer Queen necktie.

[@ronzak7068]

Well said!

[@ramilurazmanov]

Erm.. It's like, you know, a really good advice!

[@wastedtime9719]

I actually like to time my pauses to build suspense sometimes.

[@bonganipeter9433]

He is the definition of what he is talking about.

[@Lord_Winston]

Beautiful tie 👔 😍

[@cdmsofficial]

my problem is being too verbose. brevity is hard to achieve when you want to be completely understood

[@ah64Dcoming4U]

Can you say that a different way?

[@Skurian_krotesk]

@@ah64Dcoming4U me talk to much unnecessary ooga booga. Straight to point better, but dumb people less understand as consequence.

[@flyonevilwings]

you gotta tell em for em to know

[@bluenotebook489]

@@ah64Dcoming4U he is not very succinct in his speech. He feels it's hard to be that way if you want to be completely understood

[@blahblah8037]

@@ah64Dcoming4U he finds it difficult to speak with few words because he over speaks to be completely understood.

[@Jesus-xm1ov]

First literal arms. Then you can use those arms to pick up a book and a rifle. Learn to use both simultaneously. Know when to switch from one sword to the other. Most people continue to use a book while cowering in a shallow depression in the earth while the other guy's are pretending to use words while their accomplice is laying down Withering machine gun fire from an armoured fifty cal. Mounted on a main battle tank.

[@vinsaintmichael]

"Get rid of the ums ... and the pauses.." *pauses*

[@-joe-davidson]

This shouldn't need to be explained but he's not talking about pausing to think, he's talking about pausing when there is no reason for it.

[@adk6998]

I prefer the silent truth of the timeless eternal spirit using me as an arm.

[@alsc6758]

Exactly what I’m trying my children to get rid off. But pauses are acceptable, so they have the chance to compose their thoughts into right words. Probably in time when they got used of no “ahms” and “like@ and their rich in vocabulary. Getting rid of pauses will be easier.😊

[@dannyboysable]

Beautifully said 👏

[@Robert_H_Brown]

Thank you Jordan Peterson

[@wastwa8043]

Valuable advice, thank you. What, for example, are the 50 book recommendations?

[@bafakyh]

asks to remove pauses.... him few moments ago: "well.............thats-"

[@thec130side]

Different pauses.

[@vinerlives855]

@@thec130side his pauses be built different

[@jimhughes1070]

He does pause.. But you might watch a few but his clips... Enough to realize, if he didn't pause, you wouldn't be able to keep up!..(of course, if you are literate and able to keep up, but he just says things that are offensive to you, it's just annoying 😳🥴... If that's the case, you might have much deeper issues than being simply annoyed 🤣🤣🤣🙏🎶🎵🤳)

[@jackjack4412]

Damn great job! It takes a highly intelligent person to call out inconsistencies!

[@caveman3592]

😂

[@michaelmiller8455]

Damn that suit is clean. He looks so sharp.

[@jac7236]

I love a good pause tho

[@johnburrows1179]

True

[@amyduhon6978]

Thank you so much for sharing this info!

[@Very_Silly_Individual]

Not an easy feat. That's for sure

[@stevenrs11]

Pauses are ok in moderation when they bracket actual, completed thoughts though.

[@clearvision4233]

Thank You Doc. 🙏🏼 💡 🤔

[@chasmcd4123]

Besides that you also have to develop ideas from that, and use them to help others gain a better understanding of things.

[@favourobed2133]

JP can’t get rid of “It’s like”

[@jimgardner5129]

Truer words...

[@firegirl5194]

Exactly that's what I do

[@buddy9200]

Read, Read, Read, if I had only listened. Now it catch up time.

[@Farseer1995]

From what podcast is this? Where can I find the full version?

[@life4trinity]

I wish I could not say "likes" and "uhms" and "you knows" but I have a speech impediment and sometimes I have to say those words to get out what I need to say. But I'm a very rare case, I understand what he means.

[@justyrahiljohnson4438]

Any book suggestions that could help in this?

[@amarilyslinares4321]

Es un trabajo difícil cuando estás rodeado de ...............( Poner la palabra que gustes para hacer uso del silencio como arma ) jajajaja. GRACIAS!

[@franksinatra4436]

How

[@Lord_Winston]

Read Read Read 📚 👌

[@danielderwertvolle6354]

I don't know about getting rid of the pauses. Maybe just get rid of "awkward" pauses; use pauses more consciously and intentionally instead?

[@onthewater59]

Let's see 2022 Sept 👍

[@alicomando1195]

when someone says uhmm they are currently in a state of converting concept to words speech not all brains wired the Same

[@AMOTHEDEMO]

Read great men and women. Can someone please list books or names of these great individuals.

[@ReshabSharma-q8e]

He literally said get rid of pauses,and then took a pause in the conservation.

[@FootlooseFishing]

Aw that sucks hahahaha I have a stutter so mostly I’ve been doing exposure therapy and such which obviously everything is way better I’m the petersonian sense - except that as someone who has a disorder I literally have to say “Um” or “uh” etc. before a word just cuz then it helps me say the next word like mechanically / physically - so when I grew up and people would say to pick specific speech it was like … yea lol I can’t or if I did I would stutter way way way more which is way less appealing so hahaha I can’t do that ;)

[@life4trinity]

Same bro if I don't say those words before what I need to say I stutter like crazy.

[@sydneyboyd615]

As a Black woman, (or any person but stick with me), if I wasn’t precise in my diction, I’d struggle socially. There is a shift in body language when a person recognizes you can’t be contended with on that front. Almost as though the respect for you has been ignited or they feel inferior, I don’t know. But I’m sure it’s saved me from being the victim of assumptions. Especially based on the facts that many of my peers don’t have that same advantage. When you’re illiterate, you’re veered as damn near subhuman

[@judyde]

I think the pauses are fine, that's when you're trying to think of what to say besides "ums, likes, you knows."