Read Philosophy Books. It Will Change Your Brain.

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I love to think about how reading changes my worldview just as much as I love the act of reading itself. Here are 4 ways that reading philosophy books in particular have changed my brain, shifted my mindset and made me approach my life differently 💙
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0:00 Intro
0:32 Anxiety-Curing Perspective
2:54 True Intellectual Freedom
4:31 The Untrustworthiness of My Mind
7:39 Adult Mental Games
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[@elizabethfilips]

👀 If you'd like to check out a fave book of mine, I'd recommend getting started with "A New Earth" here: shortform.com/elizabeth

[@sheisiulia]

+1! Earth-shattering book.

[@nate5995]

Marry me already! Nothing is hotter then a girl who reads philosophy :)

[@msom352]

Elizabeth Filips my dear sis You are always encourage us to read alot And you are so greatful thank you But I have one request for you You are great reader please Read islam book called ""qur an karem"" Translated to English With open mind thank you Have good day

[@Equinoxsanity]

I recommend Jiddu Krishnamurti mirror of relationships, freedom from known, and The Rudest Book Ever by Shewtabh Gangwar

[@jormanthlinares7219]

Very good recommendation ❤️

[@asmitamehefin1756]

"We are not our thoughts, we are not our opinions" . This is so liberating

[@raccoon61]

Perhopes somtimes not,but otherwise..what make us humans if not ideeas,feelings,emotions,actions and livin' life with plenty of ths mixture and above all love and responsabilitty for humans natures,and all other beings such animals,insects etc.

[@ycc9369]

What are we?

[@AlvaroALorite]

We are not *only our thoughts, but they definitely are a pretty substantial part of our identity, and denying it is naive

[@prabinneupane850]

It can also be used as a fun excuse to run from accountability.

[@asmitamehefin1756]

I believe sometimes we judge others harshly if their opinion differs from ours, I view this qoute as an eye opener to remind myself to not judge people based off of their beliefs

[@ghorlik432]

The best philosophy is to tell yourself ''it is what it is'' and move on. ''We suffer more in imagination than in reality'' -Seneca

[@dovydas4483]

This is called stoicism

[@RadicalShiba1917]

@@wjkujala No, actually, I'm pretty sure it was distinctly NOT the Roman slaves who endorsed Stoic philosophy, but rather the slave owning class. I have no clue what you're talking about.

[@connorbyers1872]

@@RadicalShiba1917 He's referring to Nietzsche's criticism of Stoicism and Platonism as a slave morality. In Beyond Good and Evil he grounds this judgement in the fact that the Stoics like to believe that they receive their values from nature; however, values, as Nietzsche makes clear, are not to be found in the fabric of nature but are created by us. If Stoics do not create their own values but derive them from nature, then they are necessarily abiding others' values, hence the judgement that it is a slave morality.

[@crpticshock]

​@@wjkujalanope the opposite

[@lestat602]

the stoics were not playing around!!!

[@adlerkraft]

"There is more wisdom in your body than in your deepest philosophy" - Friedrich Nietzsche

[@websurfer352]

“Quoting actual quotes from famous personages is the most beautiful and most subtle seduction.” ~ Jaime Tan

[@starlessnight1164]

@@websurfer352 This is an actual quote

[@smilelovedancealot]

I would love a video on your top 10 (or so) philosophy books!

[@rcookie5128]

10:14 She linked some in the below! ;) Edit: Nevermind, can't open the link without registering :7

[@sup.2318]

I'm at about half way through the video. I was fascinated with Nietzsche since a young age, but it drove me, at the time, to a very dark place. I pursued psychology and I always look for parallels between the the realm of philosophy and the realm of psychology. Philosophy saying "you should view yourself from an external focal point to gain objectivity" sounds funny to me now that I've studied how the mind works so many years. Thinking you can make decisions outside your ego and self is an easy trap to fall into. It gives hope to people who want to be objective, but truly, in order to make rational decisions we have to be at peace with ourselves and our existence. What I find more otfen than not, is that people don't trust themselves enough. I think reading philosophy is one of the most important things any adult can do in order to challenge their school of thought. Your video made me notice the subtle and grand ways my mind has shifted through ideas and concepts. Your channel is a pleasure to come back to. I adore how you take each discovery you make about yourself or books with enthusiasm. Life is learning. 📚

[@jeffersonadams8711]

Most people get so bogged down by the more 'cynical' aspects of Nietzsche's philosophy, they lose sight of the fact that he also said: "Choose to live your life as if you had to repeat it down to the finest detail, over and over again, for all eternity."

[@terocartai4262]

"In order to make rational decisions we have to be at peace with ourselves and our existence" My friend, that is simply brilliant.

[@sup.2318]

@@terocartai4262 Thank you! You’re very kind ❤️

[@pixelblaze8284]

While I agree that making decisions outside your ego and self is not really something you can do, I also don't think that is exactly what is meant to be done. At least with me the concept is not to think you can separate yourself from these crucial parts but to instead recognize them for what they are and how they might effect your thoughts and judgements so that you can attempt to avoid as much unconscious influence as possible. A perfect example is the concept of the self. A lot of philosophy, especially eastern like Buddhism, talks about the concept of the self and why it isn't the full picture. Where an individual ends and where the rest of the world begins is something that we as people defined. Society shapes our thoughts, environments shape our physical bodies, so its all connected. Now the idea of the self is clearly very useful to humans and very ingrained, so we use it. But understanding that that very distinct separation is something we use to make the world easier to understand, a construct, allows us to better understand other things. Like for example, those connections between the individual and their society or their environment. But as far as trusting ourselves go, its just more to do with understanding ourselves, and knowing that there are unconscious factors at play that we might not always be aware of, meaning we should be skeptical of our thoughts. However, I wrote a whole essay on why I think we need a defined Limit on Skepticism. Meaning that we just need to find a balance between questioning our thoughts and trusting them, which this trust can be improved through further understanding ourselves. At least these are just my thoughts lol

[@jorgesouza247]

any suggestions of books, at least the main books to read to understand how the mind works? you seem to know a lot about it.

[@popelgruner595]

Part of intellectual freedom is to take responsibility for your thoughts too. This is often overlooked.

[@xanhinojosa2904]

Meditation helps me develop this :)

[@ARA-ee9yr]

That‘s powerful insight ! I love mediation as well :)

[@SerifSansSerif]

Lol. Yeeeeesssss..... There's always consequences. If it's one thing you can never escape, it's consequences.

[@dreamtofus3457]

It's a subconscious thing at his point, for me.

[@ashirogimuto3726]

You mean like the thought police???

[@mohammedphilonous6856]

I can relate. For me it was reading spinoza specifically that gave me the liberation you talked about. Once I understood "the ethics", it became better than therapy tbh. Thanks Elizabeth for the video.

[@Leon-ql8ux]

I started studying philosophy at a university here in argentina; i would encourage people to follow the path if they really want to! too much negative talk around non traditional careers, don´t let yourself be discouraged. Great video. Big hugs from Buenos Aires

[@sheisiulia]

wow. this is absolutely fantastic. i hardly ever leave comments on KZbin, but this particular video was just so enchanting, with so much value. congrats, Elizabeth! thank you for this.

[@elizabethfilips]

EEEEK thank you Lulia!

[@zhuoyangye8525]

absolutely love it! as a philosophy major myself, i really enjoy the way you shared the values of reading philosophy.

[@elizabethfilips]

AH this is a huge compliment!

[@areeshatahnee2193]

YES YES YES I requested for this!! Thank you so much Liz ! I hope you make this philosophy book review thing a series, because I'd love to know ur shifts in perspective as u gain insight from more and more books. Love this

[@DZ60]

I love how passionate you are about these topics.

[@asifiqbal8146]

“Deep down, we are all philosophers!”-couldn’t agree more! I do recommend you read the works of Rabindranath Tagore. You can start with My Boyhood Days (আমার ছেলেবেলা). Although not much of a philosophy book but you’ll get a great insight into a philosopher’s mind!

[@Horroryoga]

And Yeats forward to Tagore’s poems has the healing power I found first in Rilkes letters to the young poet.

[@syedraidarsalan4685]

Hello fellow Bengali.

[@darimi.b]

One of my best reads! I read it during my mid-teens.

[@serenas8097]

One of my favorite poets

[@divineflu34567]

oh i loved gitanjali

[@InPursuitOfCuriosity]

A very thought-provoking video. Everyone has the capacity to discuss philosophy, but only some are interested in doing so. I wish more people on this planet delved into discussing it.

[@xanhinojosa2904]

Hm maybe you are right I don't think so though 😈 I usually confuse many people with this type of thinking and no matter how hard I try they don't seem to understand If you don't want to understand something you don't have the capacity to do so since interest is a part of competence

[@teresa6964]

As a philosophy student myself, I couldn’t agree more! This was a brilliant video - thanks for sharing!

[@darrenchee7494]

I rarely comment on KZbin videos, but reading books and watching videos on Philosophy really does change one's brain. I definitely can relate to your curiosity as a young child, wondering why the universe works the way it does. I started my journey in Philosophy properly last year by watching videos published by the Academy of Ideas on KZbin, and in late January/early February, I got into the philosophy of Stoicism. Just bought my first 2 books on philosophy ( Meditations by Marcus Aurelius and The Will to Power by Nietzsche), and I really do feel that a transformation has started to take place in the way I look at life in general.

[@codymathews2971]

Like the philosophy course back in university, but recently I started reading the books which weren't covered there. The effect was immediate and this video is so relatable.

[@mohamadbassam1637]

This is amazing Elizabeth. Do you realize that by posting this video, yoy may have changed someone's life forever? I don't think I've ever given serious consideration to reading philosophy, but then this video popped up... Now, I will read philosophy, and my life might change for the better thanks to your recommendation. Thank you.

[@Logan-jh5xn]

Reading philosophy will change your life for the better

[@EihabFitness]

Your editing is fantastic!

[@paulinthepages]

I love how passionately you talk about this. Making me want to dive into one of these books.

[@amna1711]

i was 17 when i first picked up a philosophy book, i can confirm that now, i choose them over any other genre, and it effected me in different ways throughout these years. im hitting 20 and i feel more grounded and comfortable and somewhat mature about entering adulthood compared to what i see around me ngl. Not to say, I do love me fiction once in a while

[@avatardan9317]

Same here, i mainly just read philosophy books now.

[@MicahMicahel]

I find philosophy is biased in a way that a story with philosophy isn't. Philosophers have a hard time applying their theories to reality because they don't understand how they fit into that actual narrative of real life. If I want philosophy, the narrative will be the connection to reality. I know philosophy PHDs and they are out of touch in a way that a person that has left their night light on too long is.

[@farrashafizh741]

How does it change the way you think specifically? Do you somehow improve your framework of thinking? Or do you become a more independent thinker?

[@xanhinojosa2904]

​@@MicahMicahel That is true. It can be really hard to prove such complex and ambiguous systems I usually view it as a good fun process and not a clinical experiment with the goal of the theory being proved in reality I think this incongruece between reality and philosophy is mainly because of it's cerebral nature I think if you just recognize those thoughts and ideas and just that, it won't be of harm

[@xanhinojosa2904]

​@SEEKER Because it's fun! And there is a lot to learn from others It may be a waste to you but it isn't to this fellow and me neither Philosophy helps you be more open, openess is a crucial part of success to me I think it's something you should care about (not too much of course you need a balance) but thanks for your input

[@selvapath9845]

Wow ! excellent analogies , wouldn't expect more . Thanks .

[@haroldg5729]

Love your content Elizabeth. Thank you, I'm rooting for you

[@hannahdaisy6905]

I completely agree. Reading philosophy definitely changed the way I think. Stoic philosophy is my favourite, I like reading Seneca in particular.

[@_notsaf]

Really appreciate the thought youve put into this!

[@7guitarlover]

Bryan magee used to have a Philosophy show in the 1970s or 1980s and its still available on KZbin . Its was the best show were top academicians and actual philosophers would come and discuss Philosophers and their summary. As a student of Philosophy I found it very useful because lets face it philosophy is not just mere quotes and intelligent revelations rather its an attempt to understand metaphysical entities & nature & the telelology and reasons for it. It abstract and messy and hard to grasp completely as you are looking into ones minds and thoughts. Hence its best to reach for videos like Bryan magee's and after that read a philosophical work. Recently stoicism has picked up and also existentialism is a good starting point for beginners rather than going into hardcore abstract ancient or linguistic philosophy.

[@deanbair3337]

Beautifully spoken! Wise words that need to be heeded by people who are lost or are in a form of grief. I am reading The Game of Thrones with John Snow and my perspective is vastly widened from my normal. You're becoming an inspiration for people who want a better future. Keep igniting your own flame of knowledge for all too see. Love the content!

[@VladVexler]

You did so well with this video Elizabeth!

[@elizabethfilips]

Thanks Vlad :)

[@pepejjgl]

Recently reading philosophy and definitely find very useful your examples and recommendations, a good very good video, thanks for sharing

[@TravelingPhilosopher]

I have been studying philosophy for the past 8 years and it has changed my life, made me into a much more empathetic, emotional mature person. This video was my first introduction to your channel and I enjoyed your insight.

[@elizabethfilips]

thank you!

[@TravelingPhilosopher]

@@elizabethfilips You are very welcome!

[@jairathod5322]

Analysing one's own life opens more doors to understand the common we all go through but through different ways which we all enjoy hear it and gets us even more fascinated...about and how it correlates...

[@vaintorn5728]

i just came across your youtube channel just as im trying to start a new chapter in my life. i will most definitely binge watch your videos. thank you for this one!!!!

[@MasalaMan]

I've been meaning to read these books for so so long. You've renewed my drive to actually do it.

[@avatardan9317]

I agree with this. Ever since i have been reading philosophy it feels as if my mind has been like expanding.

[@drinklish2963]

I love your channel so much. Self help that is actually worthwhile. Thank you for doing this.

[@toffeestrange7706]

I've gotten into philosophy a lot the last few years since having my son. It's definitely changed my perspective on the world. It's very good for developing critical thinking as an adult and practicing mindfulness

[@chandrikarawat8606]

Yuuup. As a student of Philosophy, I believe that it changes your perspective about the world, its beings, and the belief and knowledge system. It makes your thoughts more accommodating, considerate, and it sharpens your analytical mind so that emotions don't have a dominant hand over one's reasoning in most cases, making one less biased and judgemental about many things in general. One starts to find comfort in solitude, observation, and thinking. At one point of time you will feel a sort of existential crisis while reading the philosophical works, but simultaneously it will make you question and reflect, make you fall in love with 'thinking', and birth a person with great depth. It's been a year that I haven't picked up any philosophical literary work to read, but following certain pages on social media dedicated to stoicism have kept me grounded and my mind wheels working. Literally, every living person on this earth, if possible, must educate themselves in Philosophy, to connect with their true consciousness and self, knowledge, humanity, and reality. I'm grateful that I chose to study this academic course merely out of curiosity. It felt like a calling. It trained us to 'be mindful', and to 'keep learning' for good.

[@divyanshshukla6411]

Is epicureanism better than stoicism ?

[@Annhandle]

@@divyanshshukla6411 not necessarily, but you can analyse both to undertand what you feel

[@divyanshshukla6411]

@@Annhandle after analysing i was thinking epicureanism.

[@Annhandle]

@@divyanshshukla6411 I think that for a personal philosophy, it would be beneficial to combine aspects of them and create a middle ground)

[@divyanshshukla6411]

@@Annhandle i always think that finding common ground and making your own philosophy matters. The crux of all the philosophies

[@iamsaptadeep]

The untrustworthiness of my mind is the most important basis of critical reasoning. Actually, logic also has its limits. Everything has its limits, but it's very hard to distinguish. Love this video, Lizzie! ❤️

[@westonwille3302]

You just spoke everything on my mind lately

[@dixztube]

I love your passion and excitement for it

[@aiswaryaa8045]

Absolutely loved this video 🌼🌼..can u make a video on your favourite philosophy books

[@derekhenderson9002]

Philosophy is my favorite subject. I agree with you about how it forces you to see or even just consider that the world as you experience is not accurate or complete or objective. I’m currently grappling with the philosophical argument that free will is an illusion and that our sense of self (“you” in a personal sense) isn’t reliable. My mind has been chewing on it like gum for 2 weeks now and it’s so rewarding.

[@xanhinojosa2904]

I actually got really hung up on that question 0_0 But I chose to believe that there is no "thing" that is you (Well besides ego. I think that's the closest thing to yourself, but that's kinda just yourself being concerned with a self concept that is nothing more than a concept, not real, and in Flux so it can't be you and if it was you'd be a different person every second. And all that would be biased anyway like you said) You are just a continuous process of becoming someone else over and over and over woahhhhh So I think people aren't things they are processes

[@seri4832]

There's no singular constant you that persists, the moment you attempt to describe yourself you are describing your past self. Self is becoming what you become.

[@pixelblaze8284]

I can't say I fully agree with everything here and exactly how you present everything, but I also have a similar love for philosophy and have found great benefits in discussing philosophy with people just as much if not more than just reading philosophy. But also reading philosophy and discussing what your reading as you do is really one of the best things, which is why a good philosophy class can be so great.

[@LashonDCampbell]

I enjoyed watching your video. You are amazing and very smart. I am learning so much from this channel. Huge fan

[@artco77]

She's easier to understand at .75 speed.

[@ahsuanchen4693]

Agree, I check the speed mode when I accidentally switch to this film.

[@kifayatullah0]

hello! Elizabeth the things you are doing are outstanding. can you tell how do you manage so many things going around? and how do you keep a peaceful mind in this trouble world?

[@aditidas2862]

omg eliza ur editing skills r really making me hooked!

[@aditidas2862]

@@shimaalcarrim7949 v truee

[@ericvalverderosado2046]

The edit on this video was specially amazing at the beginning…really nice

[@dantepatel]

Well, I love reading philosophy books as well, but there are different "schools" of philosophy and I think it's important to identify which school you are studying because the ideas tend to differ and have separate focuses. Nietzsche is Nihilism for example and Aurelius is Stoicism. Both excellent schools of philosophy, but the focus and concepts differ drastically.

[@adeoayoola]

Untethered Soul changed my life. Best book to bring awareness back to your consciousness on a meta level as opposed to being a slave to one's thoughts.

[@elizabethfilips]

It's SO GOOD

[@user-ki3ij2fh4b]

excellent talk about freedom of thought and metaphysical elation .

[@veroninou4594]

Great video , i love these kind of books. I love to see or read other’s perspectives on life in general

[@malakqubaisi2249]

I would love to hear you philosophy book recommendations 😍

[@JaneteB]

This is so true and I think it should be shown to prospective students of Philosophy to get them to see how much fun it is as well as the freedom it gives!! I will save this and show it to the next person who rolls their eyes when I say I’m a philosopher!!

[@elizabethfilips]

This is SUCH a huge compliment, thank you so much Janete!!

[@brianstraus6656]

I am crushing so hard right now watching this video. Such a beautiful person, enthusiastically dropping psychology nuggets and philosophical bombshells on the world, at the speed of light.

[@dixiemerchant1052]

This video was a joy - an I '''happened''' by it while in my Philosophy class....but only because I subscribed to you from a different topic so it was Divine serendipity.

[@Seraphatum]

"I am not what happened to me, I am what i choose to become." Fantastic Video, Madame!

[@elizabethfilips]

Thank you!

[@Seraphatum]

@@elizabethfilips It's a pleasure listening to you!

[@sherilynntellis7713]

This video is basically a promt for 'Tell me you're an ENTP without actually telling me you're an ENTP.' I think you are, but even if you aren't, I absolutely loved this video. So much free thinking and exploring and linking different concepts together. A lot of ENTPs like myself run to stores of knowledge that help verify our judgements and thinking with verified fact and logic like social psychology, world politics, etc, and philosophy is yet another outlet that I'm been meaning to begin delving into. This is a perfect beginners video to philosophy, so thank you for that! :)

[@maple_latte2669]

Aha I was also sensing a strong Ti there

[@sagarbhattarai8161]

Those personality tests aren't reliable. You shouldn't pin yourself as one. Jordan Peterson has one based on the big five personality tests but it costs money.

[@davestagner]

As an ENTP myself… yep.

[@Mel-pi2ns]

Why are you categorising people by those types? (Not in judgemental way, I'm just curious)

[@hxxzxtf]

@@Mel-pi2ns you got to learn cognitive functions to understand the lingo here mate!

[@ambrosepalmer3227]

You are so amazing. You articulated so well so many of my thoughts in common

[@breehill9042]

I’m so happy I found your channel♥️

[@davidthompson5020]

There is a lot of philosophy in the work of C.S Lewis. Read his books, he is my favorite author by a long shot. He writes in a way that's very digestible and understandable. Some of his books are difficult, and can go over my head, but the more I read them the more I understand. One of the greatest books I have read is "The Abolition of Man." And I recommend it to everyone.

[@javicast.4263]

Till we have faces, by Lewis, is a great one. I've read pretty much everything of him, I don't agree with his ideas at all, but he is good anyway.

[@generalscience4941]

Add Classical Economics on top of that base and your mind will be blown. You will see how the American Experiment was made into a reality through an understanding of history, philosophy/human condition, and civil liberty/economic liberty. It's very fascinating. It changed my life. Adam Smith (the father of Economics) was also a moral philosopher, by the way. He was very good friends with David Hume.

[@robfromvan]

General Science, if you take economics classes or read economics textbooks you will figure out all kinds of things about the world that most people can’t.

[@dudeabideth4428]

Gosh I so love nietzche. And so this video! And you talk so well . And I want to add meditation to the list . Looking at our breath and looking at awareness , just the sense of being weakens the idea that you are your life story , this character you have created with the help of language and society

[@yakuzzi35]

I'm somewhat addicted to that perspective change new philosophy brings. New perspective from new philosophies give me what I can only describe as a sort of existential relief

[@mia.olesen]

"How often are they right?" Such an important question to ask.

[@TritiumCupcakes]

Have you read Marcus Aeruleus' Meditations? He is known as the last good Roman emperor and has a great understanding of life. I listen to the book on audio when I am depressed.

[@arturzathas499]

the dude is a Titan

[@cognitivethinking1756]

Wow, this was so good. The musings, editing, and everything, well put together.

[@elizabethfilips]

Thank you!

[@annikakotilaine6166]

Your interpretation of how philosophy books have shaped you is a beautiful philosophy in itself!

[@MarcosDemian]

I had the same feeling of change of perspective you mention in the beginning. It was only watching people, cars and nature from a bus and thinking "How would it be if I didn't attach any meaning to what is happening around me?". This was after reading Eckhart Tolle The Power of Now. By the way you look like a very young Bridgete Wilson

[@martin-raison-music-composer]

Hi Elizabeth I found your video really interesting :) Don't feel the need to cut your breaths when you edit it, I think the video could benefit a slower pace and I don't think you will loose the attention of the audience according to the quality of your content :)

[@melhartzog]

I love your video so much, you get to the point, so informative and quick! I usually watch with play speed quicker and I wasn’t sure if I had it on or not lmao. You’re so pretty too!

[@HannahMarieee]

wow this was such a good video, thank you for sharing💕

[@tipannbasel3598]

you are super fast/*I have watched it in 0.75 speed*/

[@roxiervk5468]

Can you share the list of the philosophy books that you have read, thanks

[@raquelfigueroa5539]

That will be nice….

[@SirLallington]

You always make me smile as you remind me of my favourite season, autumn 🤩👊 Great video, changing your environment does wonders for your mental health as well as your body - you breathe better 🤓✌️

[@samuelhaikal6958]

This is such an important video. I overlooked philosophy for years due to the stereotypes associated with it. Once I gave it a chance, my outlook and general thinking processes changed entirely. It stripped away the things I thought were meaningful and revealed true meaning. I would have kicked myself for commenting anything like this but just goes to show how much it’s changed the way I see the world and daily interactions. 10/10 recommend.

[@rodneylopez5073]

This was an interesting video. I have long been a proponent of reading philosophy. I will say this, though: philosophy doesn't have to be pretentious. There is a great series of books where modern philosophers examine questions brought up by modern day pop culture. It's called Blackwell's Philosophy And Pop Culture series. Each volume contains a collection of essays regarding a specific topic. For example: South Park & Philosophy, Batman & Philosophy, Inception & Philosophy, etc. There's some really powerful stuff made easier to digest by its relatability to modern pop culture.

[@-postapokalypso-7289]

Do you have fiction recs that have philosophic undertones? Not pretentious but maybe also not as pop culture as batman?

[@alenabegic3011]

Pretentious? Is this a word you use when you can not understand something? Are mathemathical theorems pretentious because they require years of learning for a petson to have access to them? No philosophy is "pretentious". It is just serious philosophy beyond your reach and not just some pop philosophy you find on the internet.

[@mr.knownothing33]

“The brain is a reflex organ. It plays around with information. People think they are their thoughts and it makes them sad. Your thoughts tell you about yourself no more than a freckle.” -Peaceful Warrior (book and movie)

[@cesardaia4912]

Hi, Elizabeth. What a great video. I'm a brasilian Lawyer, and you helps me a lot. I started with Nitzsche and Kant, and i readed a lot of thinkers. You have an unbealivable sensitivity; so inteligent, smart and sweet. You reminds me Liev Tolstoi's Natasha Rostova. Thanks!

[@isha6173]

Love this one!💗

[@ninanoble8252]

Nice job. Keep going. I have one suggestion for you: While talking about philosophy as a thought-provoking subject, speak more slowly so that your speed and pauses allow you to create this sense of deep thought within your audience. Talking this fast and excitedly suits other subjects when you want to have the same impression on your listeners.

[@akkshheykaraanjkar6243]

I Concur. Not that I don't understand what she says, but the speed is off-putting. I know of a few mates, who have stopped following her channel for this very reason.

[@ninanoble8252]

@Arkady Merideth I do understand every single word but listening is way beyond understanding. It is more about being impressed, enjoy and wanting to follow.

[@ninanoble8252]

@@akkshheykaraanjkar6243 good point

[@academicrage]

You could slow the video down.

[@akkshheykaraanjkar6243]

@@academicrage Thats a good idea. Will try that next time. 😄 thanks.

[@henriquenunes5867]

She talks faster than Eminem.

[@carloregalado7751]

she is Ben Shapiro's lost sister.

[@MartinGenterJr]

This is EXACTLY how I feel. We have so much in common. Hope to connect in the future.

[@grannyronna]

This is valuable. I also think that philosophy books are helpful and they give you a better understanding on how to look at the world differently.

[@sagesimms7889]

I love that I didn't have to put your vid on double speed like I usually do.

[@teemujulkunen9232]

I can respect the abundance of enthusiasm in this video. Had to check if I had turned the playback speed up a notch.

[@FrenshPerfume]

super delicious idea, you truly, dragged my attention toward philosophy, I already bought A New Earth, can't wait for the experince. Thank you so much.

[@ANNASILVATV]

i love your videos, its like i'm listening to you in 2x but actually its your normal speed!! U rock

[@DonSuttajit]

Love this perspective

[@sharathkumark9692]

Thank you for these lessons ❤

[@GeorgeFarmerStudios]

Great video. I agree. Since diving into philosophy and consciousness life is far more interesting. Stay free.

[@sharwari24]

Love your content but this beautiful set and editing are just love ❤️💫 ✨️

[@elizabethfilips]

Thank you Sharwari!

[@gammlerplay100]

I absoluteley love your videos!

[@cedricsankara9809]

Thank you for a great video! Really inspiring

[@BennettYancey]

This was a great video! Since I started closely following American politics since around 2018-2019ish, I’ve been diving into political philosophy. OMG the brain changes you talk about, I have experienced myself. Thanks for the video!

[@DrBrunoRecipes]

Excellent 👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a great day everyone 🌻

[@UmarKhan-kh2tu]

Very Good Elizabeth!

[@jenkinsjjenkins8055]

Well put and thank you!

[@_notsaf]

LOVE THIS!