What Does It Take To Become SELF-ACTUALIZED?

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[@dinoecho]

*philosopher is alive* philosopher: why *Philosopher is dead*

[@NoctuaOW]

*is alive* why *is dead*

[@harpot678]

Philosophers get sad when they ask why. Logically, the pragmatic way of following life without questioning why is the better option as you don't become sad.

[@oisin7397]

Why was this comment so hilarious to me lmao

[@archangel4597]

same

[@mkvierfuenf]

@@harpot678 Claiming one doesn't get sad when not questioning things is wrong in my opinion. Sure you tend to live an easier life, but when both encounter sudden chaos or catastrophe, I think the one questioning things will be able to come up with something that could help him, while the one who doesn't would just drift off into deep agony, not knowing how to get out. Not saying a (let's call him) philosopher would do better in general, just saying he would be better equipped for these scenarios.

[@griffin__sutek4958]

Answer: turn ya swag on

[@senaesul3128]

😔 yuh

[@Yellow.1844]

the exaggerated swagger of a black teen

[@toootdooot710]

A silent t

[@thedragonslayer9485]

I never turn it off

[@pravkdey]

The real question is .. Can a loc come up in yo crib?

[@marktuason418]

1. Authenticity 2. Acceptance 3. Form their own opinion 4. Spontaneous 5. Givers 6. Autonomous 7. Solitary 8. Prioritize close relationships 9. Appreciation of life 10. Lighthearted 11. Peak experiences 12. Compassionate 13. Recognizes the oneness of all

[@ripfrickingben]

typa shit i been on

[@burjalmadre]

Can I get that in pill form?

[@HIXHAM]

“I can feel guilty about the past, apprehensive about the future but only in the present can I act.” -Abraham Maslow

[@olli3b3ar27]

Pretty sure Master Oogway said that

[@toootdooot710]

Dru big bomb

[@mandrake6486]

We live in a society where - Maslow Luther King

[@saveriannathan1415]

Up this fkn one

[@olli3b3ar27]

Maslow says I need to pass the other needs to become self actualised but he just doesn't respect the sick backflip I did to get from safety to self actualisation without any of that wishy washy being loved and respected shit.

[@pez4]

Epicetetus is that you? :O

[@DarkAngelEU]

I don't really get it either. Buddha "self-actualized" trying to get rid off the entire pyramid, and understood the pyramid was exactly what he needed in order to have this epiphany of "self-actualization". So, in a way, what is lost can be retrieved, and knowing you CAN have it, because you had it before, seems to be more important than actually having it, as long as you learn to let the experience go (detach) without letting go of the feeling.

[@olli3b3ar27]

@@DarkAngelEU "self-actualisation" is weird hippy bullshit tbh, also detachment without letting go is impossible. You cant reject attachment to an experience without first sacrificing some of the experience. Weather you choose the full experience or to remain a bystander to your own experience is neither here nor there and both are valid ways to live, but both is not an option.

[@toootdooot710]

Time to become a king

[@parkourbee2]

@@DarkAngelEU Exactly, having felt things like love or achievement means you can truly know you are already deserving of such things and therefore can progress during periods without them.

[@stefb.2451]

Self actualization seems less like a goal or endpoint in and of itself, but a means of recognizing and pursuing one's own goals with their inevitable human limitations in mind. Additionally, critical thinking and self awareness appear vital for achieving and going beyond the title of self actualized imo. I could be dummy wrong tho

[@toootdooot710]

Crook

[@kalebevans2846]

I think you are spot on my friend

[@leob3447]

A succinct, well thought out, and insightful post. Ending with "I could be dummy wrong tho". Thanks for the laugh this morning, and I very much agree with what you wrote.

[@CuarentaZ40]

@@leob3447A SUCCULENT CHINESE MEAL!! 😢

[@sandfang]

This isn't a critique, I'm just trying to figure out a struggle of my own. I deeply enjoyed the video and resonated with what Maslow said, but I am nevertheless left with the impression that this information is, for myself, rather useless in the process of self-actualization. It's hard to pin down why. But for me it feels so unnatural to archieve this state by aiming in that direction, by trying to be as the 13 points that were mentioned. Then, I feel, it wouln't even be authentic in the first place, but a decision my ego would like to take. Not out of the magnificance of the state of self-actualization, but because self-actualization seems to be a "higher" state, that would make me eminent and special. I would do it for me. I'm not sure about all of it, but I think the impulse needs to come from within and the way needs to be pursued out of an inner need. And I also think that looking at the goal in the far distance doesn't work when I haven't even started walking yet. thank you anyways, amazing work. :)

[@lee-ci8mj]

I get this, actualization is kinda unreachable to aim to. I think focusing more on Maslow’s pyramid would help. Self-Actualization is more specific, but Maslow’s general pyramid and his theory (that before self-actualization, you need things like a support group, and strong relationships with other people, and other stuff) on it are really interesting and helpful.

[@Slipping_thru_the_Seams]

i absolutely agree - the truth of light shines from within

[@kidakcus7874]

I don't think these 13 points are a tutorial, rather than an observation. So of course it is somewhat useless. You can't self-actualise by acting like you already are. Of course you can try to appreciate life more and be kinder etc., but not with the intention of following these rules. Just do those things because they're good to do, and one day you'll realise that you're already there. And as for the goal: You shouldn't look at your goal longingly. Your path toward that goal is strongly tied to your daily life. Be excited for the day you're there, but also appreciate every step and every stop along the way.

[@AbelsbestGaming]

Life is too infinite in possibilities, all paths to enlightenment are different. Looking at the goal in the distance is a good start. It would be a shame to finish a race that was never meant for us. A baker owning a bakery could be the equivalent of Alexander conquering the world. It truly is all perspective. It is good to be lost at times,in this period it is the time where we can truly be found. Don’t undermine your progress, even if you are just scoping out the stars.

[@scipioakova2008]

In case this point has not // will not be covered here already; (I think) that a very important takeaway here is that these 13 points are observed. Maslow's "points" bear no implications ( these points resulting in a nice state of being // self-actualization ), but rather they are observed within "self-actualizated people". You can view this as a "reverse-implication": rather that these points imply a state of self-actualization, it is the self-actualization that results in these points. You should not "aim" for these goals, as they are not a preliminary of self-actualization, but "within" self-actualization. TL:DR; Being these points will not necessarily result in self-actualization, it is about being in "a" state, and that state "happens" to express those points.

[@RemyVonLion]

the people probably most confident in their beliefs/lifestyle are probably those least thinking about it.

[@thomaskretzschmar5]

dunning kruger.

[@olli3b3ar27]

sounds like a nice idea but you are just wrong, plenty of "self-actualised" people only achieved confidence in their belief and lifestyle through contemplation and critical self analysis.

[@toootdooot710]

Up the higher we go

[@RemyVonLion]

@@olli3b3ar27 yes but they're less likely to push their beliefs on others and are more critical of information, so success in politics or mainstream media is very unlikely because they don't fit the ignorant mold of society that just accepts things like their given role without question. I've been a nihilist my whole life through constant evaluation of reality, but that just shows that knowing that we know nothing just proves there's no wrong way to go, so why bother trying to popularize my view.

[@ReynaSingh]

In Eastern philosophy, self actualization requires going beyond the material plane of perception. In Hindu philosophy specifically, this is the principle of non duality, known as advaita

[@aodhanodonnell2148]

Yes, but in the words of the omniscient woody allen "students who attain oneness will move on to twoness"

[@toootdooot710]

@@aodhanodonnell2148 a,good time to bring it up

[@aodhanodonnell2148]

@@toootdooot710 do you mean 2am or 2pm or something? I don't catch your meaning it's 04:13 here in ireland

[@sophitsa79]

I found psychology often just simplifies Hindu and Buddhist principles

[@prozacdick]

@@sophitsa79 presents it through a western lens !

[@austinpore3834]

Fuck man I've been dealing with depression scitzophenia and thoughts of suicide for years and I've always keept going because of a desire for self actualization it's a weird kind of hope I hold on to just a hope that I can overcome all this shit and figure out who I am.

[@L.Kujari]

I believe in you!

[@CBReptiles1]

Hopefully you get some meds to help too man

[@mega1552]

you rock austin

[@HIXHAM]

“The great lesson is that the sacred is in the ordinary, that is is to be found in one’s daily life.” -Abraham Maslow

[@toootdooot710]

`the truth in it

[@dimasaji9936]

It feels weird that i see my own reflection from all the traits needed to be "self actualized", while i've always been insecure towards myself, because I feel like i'm different, and alien, and alone from the rest of the people in my surroundings. I feel grateful finding this video.

[@InfinitiSin]

Ahh yes self actualisation, the meaning of being on top of the Maslow’s Hierarchy.

[@Artfuci]

Hierarchies???? *angry anarchist noises

[@toootdooot710]

Fun things indeed

[@noone3936]

Ah yes, another management student

[@InfinitiSin]

@@noone3936 Ah yes, fellow brethren.

[@lazymansleather]

Chakras mane

[@shayla9744]

these videos are oddly calming

[@toootdooot710]

Giving it all

[@stephanieantele1547]

Selft titled was tøps best album, I like ur profile picture

[@luciuspertis5672]

I have seen many many videos to show me I'm a bad person, and quite a few that I'm confused. But this (maybe the only one ri8 now) makes me feel that i guess I'm okay and need be happy on my course. Thank you Sisyphus

[@toootdooot710]

Groupings

[@luciuspertis5672]

@@toootdooot710 :)

[@stikman7226]

Your videos always fill me with a mellow feeling. When they end I always sit for a few and really soak them up. I think that through watching your videos I’m beginning to learn a little more about my place in the world. I’m at that point in my life where I have a lot to think about and watching these videos has helped. Thank you

[@stuartzekaj1423]

Point 11 about an extraordinary experience reminds me of Alyosha's speech at the end of the brothers Karamazov, where he tells the children that one good memory is all it takes to save a man. Nice video lol :)

[@shampoable]

I knew I was far from actualized, but 0/13? Damn

[@toootdooot710]

A nearbye group

[@strugglingproficiently7947]

It’s actually kinda impressive to be that mediocre

[@inkarnator7717]

In the words of Charles Bukowski: Don't try.

[@Derginator]

4:48 my mans is absolutely torqued

[@MiaMia.2]

loving the art ngl, really highlights the beauty of your arguments

[@a.wenger3964]

I fear I'll never self-actualize because of KZbin. It's become such a time sink lately. I literally can't stop myself from watching for several hours a day.

[@fd1053]

Deactivate your video history and search history. This quickly leads to worse video suggestions which reduces KZbins addictiveness drastically.

[@anton3148]

maybe you should delete it and block the website. i know it sounds radical, but if you cant slowly stop smoking either and i believe the comparison is fair. i was able to do it slowly, but it made it way harder, than if i just stopped completly for some time.

[@Sandsack2311]

The other adivces given before me are pretty good tbh. I personally use LeechBlock, which blocks certain websites for a set amount of hours a day or blocks them entirely. Also I just deleted facebook since I don't feel I get any joy from it as it just kills time.

[@user-rn3rn6nl3h]

Same

[@LEMEOIN27]

I've 44hrs watched in the last 7 days, which is pretty consistent. The content I watch has become more relevant to my daily life over the years - less entertainment focused, more tutorials and DIY. I can't argue its healthy, or that I would have chosen this lifestyle for myself, but atm I do not have any healthier replacements for the time. - Lvl 90 KZbin Lurker

[@sethen132]

Thank you sisyphus, making my evening

[@cynicshminic]

This is a really well presented summary of life changing content.

[@ALDS-zk9ko]

Your videos are a good inspiration to us all bud, keep it up!

[@Incrediblefatslug]

I learned it from the graybles episode of Adventure Time.

[@DanteMoonshine]

wha

[@toootdooot710]

@@DanteMoonshine the good times

[@Incrediblefatslug]

Graybles 1000+

[@gracefitzgerald2227]

What a wonderful video to see so early on in 2021. Thank you.

[@toootdooot710]

Down the park we go

[@dlloydy5356]

Really cool summary. I’ve read some Maslow and watched various KZbin videos on self actualisation recently. This draws it together nicely & simply. Thanks

[@poopidyscoop4713]

I love you bro! Keep up the beautiful work!!

[@geoffroymb]

It's crazy how each and every video I watch on this channel is so instructive, I have to take notes on the side... This guy deserves my patreon subscription.

[@duncannada]

This is a good one.

[@toootdooot710]

5ime for fun

[@Godfather48hrs]

Great video! Very informative! Thanks!

[@kushchopra4300]

Hey man I just wanna say what ur doing is so good , keep doing these vids.

[@Mr96akaal]

I agree this is a good check list if you feel like your lost. At least this gives a reference point. Ty for the video

[@micahwho7403]

Good job on the vid!

[@eigennat]

I wonder why Maslow considered Lincoln self-actualized. Didn’t he struggle with depression most of his life?

[@uncleusuh]

that's how you get self-actaulized, through suffering.

[@rzk1327]

You can be self-actualised and depressed at the same time. It's just a matter of not seeing it as an inherently negative thing, but natural like a cold that is best treated with resting, care and being kind to oneself

[@redsparks2025]

Great video. To paraphrase an old saying "just knowing where to start is 50% of the journey".

[@cbeasy1856]

I needed this video to pop into my today... thank you.

[@jessie1906]

the video was really nice. the music calms me. i like it.

[@toootdooot710]

All it is

[@MrAndrew990]

Great vid for coming down

[@winniesocool]

great video! loved it

[@PaulLeCrone]

I will always stop what im doing to watch a new Sisyphus 55 video

[@taylorkurtz1513]

Thanks for existing

[@VivaLaMin3crafT]

Very interteresting video. Thanks

[@chottabeamm]

I really like these wobbly writings and slightly sleepy images

[@subhendukarmakar2767]

0:40 - certainly must've met one of exurb1a's videos. By all means, F L O S S

[@toootdooot710]

Pop pop pop

[@lachlanreynolds2461]

It is essential for good dental hygiene

[@peacefulnuke7690]

Dude, I love seeing a fellow Indian watching exurb1a and sysiphus, our people dont watch this kinda stuff usually ;__;

[@parkourbee2]

Thanks for this.

[@guyrogen9911]

Thanks for solving my life bro

[@hamdy-man2237]

Great video

[@geitekop507]

Yessss a new video! Woohoo!

[@lee-ci8mj]

You should do a video on how to get to self- actualization too, I think Marlows pyramid is super interesting and can help a lot of ppl try to get better. Love ur vids!!! :)

[@jeffreywilke1858]

There are some I have there are some I need to work on thanks dude

[@melissabird23]

Thank you!

[@i.l.wilson84]

0:21 Interesting character you used for that clip. Informative video tho.

[@notsupratim]

In other words " just be vibin bro"

[@MrMysteryman00]

Love that peace sign.

[@mattcapitalized]

Good video 😁

[@cohen44]

very good video

[@floran3962]

all these points remind me of my reality I try t stay out of in fear of missing life by being completely comfortable

[@justinTime077]

I’ve found an interesting perspective of self actualization in my current job: it feels to me like I’m constantly treading water. I can’t get out, and if I stop I drown. Im going nowhere. I cannot feel at peace with where I am either.

[@calebhebert332]

I never understood how to be original, it is so rare to have ideas that are not cultivated from previous arts

[@afewwebsites]

i felt like i should say something since im pretty early

[@victormanuelgarciazelaya9073]

Thank you for letting us know you are not a slave of your feelings

[@jaywithacube5619]

I’m happy this comment exists. Bcoz now, I’ve done smth similar with my response to you

[@sspoon]

i feel like replying too fuck it im not even early

[@drmikizo4654]

Just commenting cause I’ve never been this early on any of your videos )

[@osnatyakar6799]

still waiting for the Noam Chomsky video

[@toootdooot710]

Coc

[@Glaswoe]

Holy cow I’m early!

[@neilz.]

My mission.

[@alanaguina6753]

I think we should just be who we want to be. You can copy others. If it will make you confident and happy then just do it.

[@adambrommel7028]

My wife’s pregnancy and the birth of our 4th child last week jolted me into a world of self-actualization. It feels like I’ve been given a cheat code to life. I know I must use this gift for good.

[@ethandigi]

i love u sissy ty for the bideo

[@zenoniachale11]

What up Allen

[@gracemuter9327]

I hate the idea of self-actualization as there shouldn't be a limit on how much people can grow. I want to be ever-changing and learning, pushing past who I am now and becoming a better version of myself. When do you choose to draw the line on becoming the best version of yourself? I never want to. My current self is good enough but I always have the capacity for becoming more.

[@chumaggotscaesar]

13/13 this made my day :)

[@onno9280]

Really good quality videos, but sure would be a nice investment to buy a better microphone

[@crocve]

Capitalism: "That is a noice individuality you got there. It would be a shame if ideology SUPRESSED IT..."

[@toootdooot710]

Nice shots

[@yeahokbuddy2510]

Capitalism: “That’s a nice individuality you got there. Would be a shame if hierarchy got in the way and made you not realize you’ll never be great like Maslow.”

[@darthmusturd9526]

I’m going to go ahead that you’re a communist who thinks that all capitalism is corporatism that forces you to take part

[@Real-1]

@@darthmusturd9526 read please read

[@blueso5351]

@@Real-1 read what lol

[@suanlsrm6488]

Just like the saying Live at the moment!

[@coliepolie123]

Sorry I forgot my 3D glasses.

[@herrebeofre1730]

I am not myself. I am the intersection or the overlapping of this thought and this action.

[@beebowlasvegas2144]

appreciaton

[@paulmclaughlin7175]

Came into this video thinking I was realized I wasn’t

[@Natsukihehe]

ngl bro your questions r just my thoughts....

[@camgiangly159]

It’d be so cool if you could talk about Søren kierkagaard I think is how you spell it

[@user-cz9tw1fh5x]

I'm becoming self actualized

[@itscrispy4469]

Well maybe I’m self diagnosing but I’m self actualized and I didn’t know it

[@musonobari2560]

So, are these pre-requisites for becoming self actualized or are they outcomes ? Kinda confused here ! 🤨🤔🤔

[@Raphsophomes]

Putting it like this will cause people to seek it in a way that prevents them from achieving it. To sum it up, nature is cute, things are comedic a lot of times. It’s not a cold void, you just choose to see it that way because you don’t want to feel like your pain is your fault.

[@nemesis9410]

Ok, I might need to do some work on 12 and 13

[@epicweedskrrtswag7872]

video on Augustine when?

[@chrisgeorgallis7746]

Be your ACTUAL SELF.

[@jazzling]

ily

[@harroins]

hmm, dont forget below self-actualization on the hierarchy of need lies self-potential, evolving to the best person you can be in other words

[@dangiscongrataway2365]

I swear you are describing me here, all 13 traits are just me yes in 2020 I adopted a new sad face and began engaging in escapism beyond a border I feel control over. I really am not sure if all this unemployment and lockdowns really damaged my psyche beyond my limited understanding of psychology or something else, my point is, if you are describing me here - thee things: *You are either completely misdiagnosing and describing something else *I asses myself incorrectly *Self actualised people can also lose control over their ideals/values/core principles in certain environments.

[@kajetanczerwinski3962]

Calling Einstein "always giving other respect they deserve" seems kind of delusional, especially when you consider how he treated his wife

[@otto_jk]

Which one

[@toootdooot710]

@@otto_jk the family member one

[@ChipsandPeas]

Tbf he also thought Huxley had his shit together, as in Aldous, the mad LSD addict...

[@gravewalkerjones935]

@@ChipsandPeas the genious lsd taker you ignorant slob

[@lorigulfnoldor2162]

I also have to wonder whether Einstein was "compassionate towards all humans" or "felt oneness with all mankind" or was "independent", when he tried his best to out-compete Hilbert by creating his own version of General Relativity before Hilbert did... That doesn't seem to be a very "self-actualized" motivation =)

[@lorigulfnoldor2162]

I think academician Sakharov was a real self-actualized person. Being the acclaimed genius he was, he was nonetheless never proud and self-inflated with other human beings, he valued every human life unconditionally and always bravely held his ground against inhumane politicians who tried to destroy him.

[@Slipping_thru_the_Seams]

im sorry to say i think you've got this all backwards in that most of these things are symptoms rather than causes. though of course it would likely help to become better at these things, if you can do that directly.

[@bruhnling33]

Just a reminder Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs is only widely accepted because it’s intuitive, there is little to no evidence supporting it, in fact known evidence seems to reject it. It’s just not a good model

[@veles8886]

Huh, I guess I'm self-actualized, never knew that. I just lived my life.

[@mayak8694]

Nice

[@rosegames2019]

I genuinely related to most/all of the traits of self actualization, I've worked so hard to become like this and I believe anyone can get closer to that goal

[@Vipce]

Heeey it’s Leo, from actualized.org

[@HouseholdDog]

I think, after the last ten years, self actualisation is a fricken nightmare.