What Your Anxiety Is Trying to Tell You | Tour Stop: San Diego

[@skelter1153]

This Man is a Genius and I feel privileged to be alive in the time he began speaking to the World.

[@brad265]

Totally agree. We need more people like him with good values trying to help the world. But the world also needs to want to listen and sadly most don't.

[@bartman4556]

The foglight in the storm . Agreed

[@thenewtowncryer]

He does have some serious strengths but he also has a serious blind spot or two and is ultimately a hot mess. Sorry folks.

[@petercontarino646]

@@thenewtowncryerplease elaborate

[@thenewtowncryer]

@@petercontarino646 For now, I appreciate you and will just say the man posts enough content to allow you to see for yourself...feel his energy...listen to him tell you about his chronic health struggles. Also, a lot of times it's not only what someone says that gives them away...it's what they don't say.

[@amospan14]

8:05 "Don't make a habit of pursuing things that aren't good for you, because you build that into you. That's' what happens when you become addicted to something." Amen Jordan, Amen.

[@ASMRnook88]

Hes pure medicine just logic sense🎉🎉🎉

[@Final50Meters]

Amen = A Promise

[@oliviastar3812]

@@Final50Meters Actually it translates to "so be it"

[@HopsandQuill]

Yes sir, Thank you for sharing this, I needed to hear this right now

[@Final50Meters]

@@oliviastar3812 When we say Amen [yea, yea, it shall be so] it is an assurance for us that our Heavenly Father's will is always done for His people. That is the promise kept❤‍🔥

[@s.ascott1959]

My brain exploded when he broke down what anxiety was. Dr. P is the only person that has ever made me stop in the middle of a run and make voice memo.

[@DonnaSmith-pq5tv]

I agree. It made sense instantly

[@SchachKartoffel]

he knew you wouldn't last for the whole distance. your inner tyrant was too weak! :P

[@s.ascott1959]

@@SchachKartoffel I wish my inner tyrant was too weak. It’s too fucking strong. There’s too many demons in my head.

[@The123mikeg]

I love it.... he made you stop running to make a note... I can see it! So much for breaking your personal best that day. If you "break" your stubborn spirit I suppose, you've done just as good as beating your PB running. Maybe that is beating you PB anyway.

[@s.ascott1959]

@@The123mikeg You're definitely right about that. Running and music has always been a foam of therapy for me, but Dr P took it to a whole other level.

[@frnzilla]

I didn't realize how much I missed hearing this man speak. Now I'm sitting on my bed, cross-legged and *raptured* by his every word. I don't know what part of me needed this but I'm happy I got to listen to this. How in the world people don't see this man as necessary (or men in general for that matter) is truly baffling to me. Thanks for helping us to grow Dr. Peterson. Thank you for continuing to educate us even when we don't deserve it. I pray for many more talks from you.

[@eetoved1758]

Those who oppose Jordan person say a lot more about themselves and their agendas than they say about him. 😂

[@frnzilla]

​@@eetoved1758 I agree with that. I also think there are people who don't listen long enough to understand (not necessarily out of stupidity) what it is he's saying and/or trying to do.

[@Ro-12-21]

He's a brilliant mind and communicator. He makes us all better. Interesting how we commune over his words and grow collectively... Kind of like that is the root of the word communicate. The true purpose of communication, to come together in understanding. So much "communication" in today's society is not with the goal to commune at all but to serve a selfish narrative. That is part and parcel contributing to the societal concerns JP is alluding to in this talk.

[@frnzilla]

@@Ro-12-21 agreed.

[@helenkotowske3829]

❤​@@frnzilla

[@MasoudJohnAzizi]

Anxiety = the manifestation of incongruency between the "experienced self" and "idealized self".

[@berwynsigns4115]

Then in that case, that kind of anxiety can be replaced with hope. Remember your idealization may not be the right ideal (I do not mean because it is too high). Then remember you are who you are, you can't live life as someone else. Then be at peace and pray and hope that you will continue to reach closer and closer to the ideal, bit by bit, day by day. Then forget about it and just live life without explicit comparison with the ideal in the moment. Rather, examine your day each night before bed and allow for grace and then resolve to be even better tomorrow.

[@itspaintosee]

But what about being anxious about things in your to do list? Even when you know you'll get it done, you're just anxious to do it?

[@saswitchcraft7881]

@@itspaintosee I think because of the what if. What if I fail? What if it doesn't work? What if something-another happens? What if the same thing that's happened before happens again? I'm just a peasant, but my opinion is that your brain is basically trying to ensure simplicity (maintain order) by predicting a variety of possible negative outcomes and strategizing to avoid them, and those negative outcomes are more than likely prioritized in a list from most to least likely. The irony is this process induces the anxious psychological state, which may cause things to go awry, like a self-fulfilling prophecy. In short, you can be anxious about the potential to be made anxious. If you've been seriously anxious before, you may be "anxious" to never go through that again. But since it's not possible to ensure the future beyond a 99% guarantee, you either have to learn acceptance (I've done all that I reasonably can), or the anxiety will prevent you from taking action.

[@itspaintosee]

@@saswitchcraft7881 that's really well put and makes sense to me. Thanks for the detailed response. I like the I've done all can statement. It's like if something goes wrong after that then so bet cause that's just life sometimes

[@MasoudJohnAzizi]

A man said to Bhudda: "I want happiness". Bhudda responded to the man: "Remove the "I" and the "want" from your mindset, and you will be left with "happiness". This reminds us that the psychological state of "desiring or wanting" prevents experience of happiness. Where there is no experience of happiness, there is experience of anxiety as its placeholder..

[@fisho2620]

im a simple 50 yr old electrician and sometimes i come up with theories by myself about life. By living , Then to have found JP and have him articulate his really helps cement mine. Truth is out there who work at life . Find yours and content you will be JP is a gift

[@lllooolll327]

Every time my life is a mess of anxiety and depression, and the usual external stimuli, like gaming and binge-watching, no longer help with keeping the chaos at bay, I feel subconciously drawn to Peterson's lectures, and it almost always makes me feel a little bit better. What he explains in this one has kinda made me understand why that is. Chaos is the multiplicity that emerges out of the collapse of the simplicity of order. The salvation from chaos is order.

[@southerncross4956]

I hear what you are saying about your life. I want to help you but I can not, I can not know or can I reach you. but know someone does care for your life. I will speak about you to the one who can find and reach you with help……

[@sambailie4773]

Seek Jesus by reading the four Gospels. I promise this will help. Xx

[@HopsandQuill]

Your not alone, who do you want to be? your future self is asking for help to get them going

[@therookpiece]

Yes, I'd go with that.

[@tdeo2141]

It’s a shame that the college of psychologists in Ontario is hunting his license. Dr. Peterson is an excellent psychologist.

[@tinnist5470]

I think that this is a beautiful description of anxiety and really the nature to overcoming depression. I have struggled mentally for so long and I recently have felt as though I have rediscovered myself in a way, and I mostly believe this was due to the rediscovery of what I concieve to be my purpose in life.

[@Razear]

"Don't make a habit of pursuing things that aren't good for you." That's where willpower and self-restraint come in. I think a lot of people inherently know that falling prey to a certain temptation will send their life on a downward spiral, yet they'll indulge in it anyway to satisfy their momentary urges. And that's especially true if someone happens to be in a heightened emotional state.

[@djangosoumare6137]

Accurate addiction psychology

[@jonathandewberry289]

Youre one of those people that you know.

[@rodschmidt8952]

Do you always know what's good for you? Is what's good in the short-term the same as what's good in the long-term?

[@krzyryry8382]

You just described my ex to a T.

[@DTheHAge]

Willpower and self-restraint are part of tyranny. 11:26 will be interesting for you.

[@joevroh]

I've said for a long time that Play is probably the most important part of life. I'm really glad to have heard JP bring it up the way he did.

[@lulumoon6942]

Parents who play with their kids throughout life keep them close.

[@sprint6487]

Thankyou for explaining this, I suffer badly from anxiety to the point it makes me scared to even function normally or face things and even to stand up for myself. You have made me understand this better

[@stimpyueediot]

im not a smart person and a lot of the words he uses i have to look up. but i know what he is saying and he speaks directly to me. we need more souls like his in this world.

If you appreciate what he's saying, which you obviously do, you're smarter than you think.

[@TheJthom9]

Being smart does not mean knowing more words. You can know nothing and still be intelligent. Intelligence is just the ability to learn things quickly

[@jolantamsk3894]

🙃Welcome to the club! I am sure you're fine though - many Blessings!

[@PherharmonicResonance]

You are smart in my book if you look up the words and are willing to learn.

[@thefinegameofnil7158]

What a wholesome thread, you're all great ❤

[@futureswankie34]

JB's elaborations and analogies are incredibly comprehensive and insightful ✍️

[@blaynestaleypro]

@@Gothicpilot get lost you're clueless. Peterson is a hero.

[@SteveHatmakerJr]

0:00 - "Setting and Achieving Your Goals" 1:15 - "Understanding Sophistication: A Discussion" 2:22 - "Exploring the Eternal Battle Between Good and Evil" 3:35 - "Understanding the Impact of Negative Emotions" 4:44 - "Engaging in a Third Discussion with You" 5:53 - "Unveiling the Eternal Dragon of Chaos" 7:04 - "Enhancing Brain Function Through Forward Thinking" 8:17 - "Post-Goal Reactions and Commentary" 9:40 - "Living Life Fully Through Screen Experiences" 10:53 - "Challenging the Need for a Common Narrative" 12:09 - "Analyzing the Proposition of the Narrative Theory" 13:20 - "Discovering Immediate Results: An Insightful Analysis" 14:35 - "Exploring the Concept of Wonder and Boundaries" 15:46 - "Participating in Voluntary Play Activities" 16:51 - "Understanding the Impact of Word of Mouth Communication"

[@Torturantula]

Thanks, waiting several minutes for each topic and not knowing where this 18 minute talk was going next was giving me anxiety, i needed a minute-by-minute breakdown.

[@tylerblack3508]

@@Torturantulalol

[@babydoll.888]

I ❤️ Dr. Peterson. Oh, how i would love to sit on a porch swing, iced tea in hand and just banter back n forth about philosophers, psychology, social behavioral sciences, stoicism, religions, and everything in between! All with respect and honor to be able to verbally, mentally and psychologically spar with an ethereal/wondrous and poignant individual with this much caliber! This world is in desperate NEED of a man, a soul and HUMAN like Mr. PETERSON! I adore this human ❤

[@Michael-ne8rv]

Life changing stuff. God bless Jordan Peterson.

[@jamescampbell-gray3203]

2 Hours of Masterclass, packed into less than 20 minutes. You gotta re-watch his lectures multiple times to glean the full meaning and impact, because Jordan is such a deeply meaningful thinker - and sharer of his knowledge - that watching and listening to them, is often something like taking a drink of water on a hot day... from a fire hose that's wide open. 👀 In other words: to gain what is needed, you have to approach carefully, or what you deeply need, may end up overwhelming you.

[@southbay1279]

This man speaks plainly what we all need to hear.

[@kittywolf8081]

Truth is I do want a job, and I do want to be taken more seriously to reach my goals, but in truth I'm freakin bored and have maxed out most knowledge they can offer me to the point if I myself attempt to seek a therapist all they tell me " I will not insult your intelligence telling you what you already know"... Dr. Peterson has opened doors from day one to expand my knowledge, sparking a whole new level... I want to know more of what he has to offer. I admit, I'm looking up. And because I'm walking into uncharted waters, it gives me a lot of anxiety, feeling brand new.

[@samwoj]

Maybe you are not listening because you think you already have it figured out, some of the time people will say things like "I wouldnt want to insult your intelligence because you already know this" because A they are being sarcastic or B they do not want to stir up your ego to the point you are no longer participating or listening. With love this person you are describing doesnt really exist we all have blind spots and we have things to learn from most anyone, I'm happy Jordan is resonating he's a force of good! Peace.

[@DavidPereiraLima123]

Dr. Peterson is doing God's work. I listen to him from time to time since 2016 where excerpts of his college classes were available on KZbin. After his personal trials and tribulations, seeing him doing these tours is just right in every sense. I'm happy for him and I have more faith in humanity. Thanks, JP!

[@danegerdane]

He really is, spreading very important information.

[@chrissmith9798]

He's America's dad

[@esme8944]

Yes, I listen to him too, I have much respect for his words.

[@rushelm8101]

The Lord Jesus Christ Imperial has invested in this man.

[@catherinemelnyk]

​@@chrissmith9798He's Canadian!

[@AnaA-ku2yt]

There's more than needed to be said. Ending on all the chaos is not a good way to end any talk. He touched on the point for a moment in the middle, then rambled on about the negative, never returning to the point that needed to be emphasized for us to all learn and be happier, better people.

[@dominik1023]

One of the greatest minds of our times... Mastering and internalizing just this bit of a lecture would improve the world so much.

[@antonionutrition]

This literally the best definition of anxiety ever given. Told my phenomenology of anxiety perfectly. Peterson is amazing. God bless you

[@mrfacespace]

I want to share with you what can be another source of anxiety. I had repressed my emotional reaction to an event that happened in my childhood. Within the repressed feelings, was a deep sense of shame and humiliation as well as a deep sense of hopelessness. That’s why I repressed it. After these feelings emerged in therapy, and I had a ‘now I know what happened’ sort of moment, my anxiety reduced by about 25%. Before, there were always negative feelings about myself that in one way or another informed almost everything I did and everyone I dealt with. Having these real but repressed negative emotions can contribute to anxiety and tension associated with keeping these emotions at bay, or let’s say out of your awareness

[@lulumoon6942]

Great insight! ✅

[@mylesanthony8672]

What a speaker, I've seen this man a number of times live and every time he reduces complexity down to SUCH A MANAGABLE plate full that you come away satiated. Ignorance is lifted and gratitude for the opportunity to explore life in its place. Anyone can talk technically from within their field, but to those who charismatically entice the layman, bravo!

[@ericharmon7163]

This is crazy. Years ago as I struggled with anxiety it occured to me that my anxiety was mainly due to my conscious knowing that I wasnt on the right path. If you stay focused on goals, even small ones, you will reduce your anxiety. Eventually you can ignore the anxious voices in your head because you know they aren't keeping you on the path.

[@najonnat]

Interesting I had this realization myself recently so it holds weight

[@Introvertfarmer747]

Thank you...i suffer a lot from it at 34...

[@sofiacrespo4080]

Amazing to see you develop these thoughts over the years. Wow.

[@estelhagdorn7455]

Sincerity is the key of your success. Thank you, professor Jordan.

[@matthewklahn3204]

Wow this really breaks down drug addiction as well

[@eetoved1758]

Best wishes. ❤

[@bafa000]

Any addiction.

[@bpmgaming3351]

An employee at a vape shop I frequent recommended I watch Jordan so I can try to better understand my problems. I'm self aware of them, but seem to fall back into the same loop when I try to fix them. I'll have to watch this one again. It's a little tiring feeling the same day in and day out. Thanks for helping us make sense of our issues, Jordan.

[@markaubuchon2227]

JP so good to have you back …and in top form.

[@christopherwells4768]

9:49 "once you figure out what someone is up to, you adopt their emotions." This is highly significant for Discipleship. If i wish to follow in my Teacher's way, the best way is to feel what impels them. So to obtain that mutual mind with them, i need to preoccupy myself with understanding their primary objectives.

[@daddydiamonds4392]

Jordan is most effective and brilliant intellectual of our time!

[@jacobrompf5090]

I really enjoy your talks. Mr Jordan. There has been many of them that hit home. Thank you for your straight shooting emotional content

[@kellyusher1]

@jacobrompf5090 if you ever get a chance to listen to him in person. do all you can to be there, any time he is close to us, we go. he is so amazing in person. video, tv, etc doesn't even get close to feeling you will have seeing and listening to him. you can listen for an hour and think you have been there for 15 minutes. you are pulled in the minute he starts talking. trust me, have a great day

[@Dave_Lucas]

JP can stretch a single sentence into an entire lecture, no problem.

[@budnrobots2968]

perhaps The modern materialistic culture equivalent of shortening things into parables like great leaders have done in the past

[@lazarusmeek9754]

Here is the question then: What sentence is he stretching out?

[@tdevry]

​@@lazarusmeek9754That is for you to figure out.

[@Gbari7]

@@lazarusmeek9754 The sentence you're asking about is his answer to this question: What is your anxiety trying to tell you?

[@eROCKaustin]

its called elaboration =P

[@sarahblakk6771]

This is so brilliant. I am in a job I absolutely hate, but this is a beautiful guide to create your own path forward. Experience your own reality with your own goals and reality in mind, it will help you clarify everything.

[@CBREEGO]

18:25 👏🙌Bravo, your honesty is always worth my time. I think people overlook how refreshing to the soul it is to listen to someone state radical everyday truths. If we don't state them, they may not remain true.

[@nuran7970]

Such a belief in the good itself threatens those who hate to discover the potential in themselves..JP is a gift to humanity

[@bbdass4598]

Absolutely divinely brilliant

[@Hfftgbfrschjm]

Small amount of Anxiety is good, it shows that you care about the results. Too much and constant Anxiety indicates that you are not happy where you are or the cycle you are in. To get rid of Anxiety - let go of the outcome, don't try to control things you can't 🕹️.

[@nanaasodjoa1765]

Goldmine’s of material; JP’s insightful information is timeless and priceless. Thank you for selfless blessings to ours beautiful planet earth. Stay golden stay blessed ✌️❤️🙏⭐️

[@ScarlettPomerantz-mv1me]

Love 🌹 to Dr. Jordan. I wish Dr. Jordan would dedicate a " Unity Narrative" to War Veterans that need Support , and Helps Prevent Suicide. It's not addressed enough to make a Difference and is very serious after the 20 years war. As Some Men go on and on , becoming Stronger , others need help to put themselves together . And what helps them is the Unity Narrative ,, Shared experience, Outdoor Activities, Networking together , Resources , and Guidance advice. The Strong Ones , know this and care about the men and women , but the message and help is not being implemented. And Most civilians don't care about them . Thank you Dr. Jordan , your the Best 🌹

[@Marie16240]

So deep, so many levels to uncover in this speech. He is incredible to connect things this way. Mind blowing. Thank you ❤

[@EphesiansArmor1]

The world needs this more so than ever - it just resonates with the Spirit. Grateful 🙏 God Bless

[@tarico4436]

We used to be hunted by lions, tigers and bears, and we did a little hunting ourselves. Both running toward prey and running away from a hunter is exhilarating. Running works off stress. Do you sometimes find yourself sitting in your car and getting stressed out at other drivers or bicyclists? To try to relieve this stress you might grip your steering wheel a bit harder. Attempting to relieve stress by gripping a steering wheel will not do the trick. Your anxiety is telling you to get some serious exercise some time during the week. Try to not become stressed as often as possible, and try to work off your stress in the gym or on the footpath or around the track or on the basketball court.

[@stretch1807]

That is true. But it's also true that you can get anxiety from overtraining. I have recently gone through this, and it is incredibly difficult and confusing.

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

Great advice, as long as you're healthy enough.

[@tarico4436]

@@snakeinthegrass7443 I sit here at the computer many hours a day, and I do what you just did an hour ago: I type. But then other times I force myself to get out there in the world and move. Brainy stuff here at the computer, and then moving out there in the world. Please tell me you're healthier than Stephen Hawking. (I know he's gone, but you know what I mean.)

[@snakeinthegrass7443]

@@tarico4436 I didn't know Stephen Hawking could exercise, (that's what you and I were originally talking about), and I never said I don't get out in the world. (???) Not everyone can take a brisk 5 mile walk though, (what I would consider exercise), or even a 1 mile walk. That was the point of my response. I get out plenty but I wouldn't consider that exercise, which is what you originally said relieves stress. I'm not confined to a chair yet but I can't do any of the things you mentioned to relieve stress. And I'm not alone. But there are many other ways to deal with stress besides exercise - which is very good, don't get me wrong. But if you can't "get some serious exercise", you can relieve your stress in other ways. 25 years with chronic PTSD has taught me a few things about the human mind and emotions.

[@tarico4436]

@@snakeinthegrass7443 Great comment. Thank you. Many pros say do something active or take some pill to relieve the stress. I'm different than that in that I say don't induce the stress in the first place.......... that's #1. But if you find yourself inducing stress because of your spouse or your job or for whatever reason, then try to reduce it. With alcohol? Well, not to excess, but a little here and there is healthy. With prescription drugs? I am against that. But I know there are many who find themselves taking those pills, and they have doctors suggesting/prescribing those pills, and I just think if they vigorously exercised as if their life depended on it, many might get that stress relief that they so dearly needed. Looks like Hawking could barely move his neck. But he was married. Rumor has it he was so active his wife complained of him abusing her. I mention getting out in the world because there is a stationary bicycle at my gym. And I hate it. I much prefer riding my bicycle among all sorts of others. Some get on my case from the luxury of their motorized killing machines. Then I pedal away from them. Then others seem to be wearing strange looks on their faces when I'm near them on the bicycle/foot path. All of this weird stuff is so much different than the dreary boredom of pedaling in the gym. There is a sort of "do or become unalive" factor out there in the word, bicycling, too: it's if I get a flat tire 8 miles away from home, I can't just get off that stationary bicycle and zip home. Nope. I have to walk those 8 miles in the hot humid sun; this happened three weeks ago; found out I don't do enough walking; I was super sore for like 3 days after that walk. But anyway, the above paragraph is all about relieving stress, and it's sort of like how we relieved stress a million years ago: by running away from those lions, tigers and bears.

[@leojerezvo]

The way I view anxiety is this way, as humans our main function is survival. We sweat to cool off and shiver when cold to warm up, anxiety is like our overprotective friend that wants to keep us away from danger. (Or any perception of danger) whether it be psychological, physical etc. It lets us know we need to be vigilant

[@NahuelTomasViking]

Impressive clip Dr. I wasn't able to stop staring or listening not even for a second, such important life data summarized at your way. It's the best we can ask for. I'm deeply glad we're all capable to appreciate this even if we're not there.. I manifest to attend as many talks as I can once I get money and I establish myself as independent

[@LucasTroy91]

Thank you Jordan! I really needed this speech right now! I've been attempting to put my life together with some major changes in my life and taking big risks and sometimes it feels as though I'm wrestling crocodiles.

[@DJSilver88]

This is a masterpiece❣️ It sums up everything that's happening with people in the world today. Thank you, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, you have hit a grand slam in the field of psychology and I love you❣️

[@erniewhite1382]

Thanks Jordan

[@sarahbrady9513]

Thank you JP. You truly saved my life when I was suicidal a few years ago. I will always respect you & soak up what you say. Thanks for being a light that I can look up to and strive to be like.

[@james82408]

Thanks for clarifying. i was meditating on what to do the last few days and this feels right

[@TrickyDicky-b6g]

I am grateful you are back and strong. Never forget, when it gets tough. The human race needs you.

[@corytoddmusic]

God bless you, Dr. Peterson. Thank you for giving freely.

[@artiemergent]

Dr. Peterson's insights on anxiety are incredibly helpful. His perspective on understanding the underlying messages of our fears is a valuable tool for managing stress and finding meaning in life.

[@jeffandsherriefranzwa8970]

This explains a lot about our societal disunity and strife.

[@Adri-r5t]

I love that JP speaks to the ones of us that feel a lot of things. Of course there are those who can live fine with a flat and plain rational explanation for the world, and think there's no reason to suffer and find any meaning, and that the world is the way it is, end of story. Great for them. There are many thinkers, philosophers, smart individuals for them. But, at least lately I feel like there's not many thinkers that speak about feelings, emotions, connection, meaning. (I had to read Foucault and Terry Eagleton in college, that should count as torture lol). I'm so glad I have the chance to hear JP talk❤ Sure the world is not in great shape, but what if I try not to make it even more miserable? What if I make myself a little less miserable? Thank you, sir!

[@tlhm7102]

That's the main reason i like so much to hear his talks on life-and-mind matters, it's like someone is talking directly to what i'm thinking - It's cathartic to hear an explanation of things that satisfies your overthinking heart, while still making sense for your rational part.

[@zap_sigma1]

They take that line of thought because they are entitled, insecure & lack accountability. Of course some things just are. But those things are much more rare than most want to admit. For instance, murder. Murders don't just make THEMSELVES happen. So murders are not things that just are. Somewhere, in each instance of murder, someone made a willful choice. And that choice came from somewhere broken & twisted within the murderer. For those plain thinkers, I'd suggest they want the dopamine rush of feeling like they understand something without paying the price that comes with that understanding in order to cut corners, bc they fear the unknown as well as what they cannot control. They oversimplify things bc they cannot cope with the reality that most things are beyond their mortal grasp. So they ignore complications in order to pretend things are always"simple" to pretend they have more of a grasp on things than they really do/are willing to admit. It's all bells & whisles. So, in many ways, oversimplification (quite ironically) actually complicates most things even further for themselves, & from there, others. Yes, with some things, "It is what it is" does absolutely apply. But most things occur is bc we humans make choices that bring about consequences that can complicate things that should be simple.

[@Cuspofrevolution]

Peterson explains the why to anxiety and it helps lift the fog...such a detailed explanation that sums up much for me and in fact i just was in an instance during a car crash and anxiety presented too many what ifs...creating chaos indeed. 😳

[@tomryan9827]

Beautifully explained. The profundity brought tears to my eyes

[@staretimecomics]

The microphone was not dropped, because it was metophorically blown away, spent in a single glorious drag, and the literal relief of such a use is welcome and rare. Man, what a speaker, and what a thinker.

[@JoeyJoJoJrShabbado]

His best talk ever

[@AlexReynard]

This is seriously the best explanation I've heard of what anxiety *is.* Knowing the actual biological *function* of it sounds like that'd be the best way to give it what it needs to calm down when it starts setting off unwanted alarm bells. In the same way that, knowing the 'chirp' in the air means that the smoke detector wants new batteries.

[@jeffreymoreau8585]

The ethos that unites you internally. What a sentence. Amazing!!!!

[@magladena]

I've just discovered that energy bit for myself yesterday and here comes the confirmation that I was right. Divine!

[@jmkass]

Immediately saved into my "personal improvement" playlist. Golden words.

[@lisesin1]

When I taught teens and adults, I incorporated PLAY, which helped gain confidence and comradery, and empathy plus thinking skills developed.

[@gkopij]

Oh God, I love you dr.Peterson, that's so much understanding, wisdom and truth in your lectures. ❤

[@VickyNicoll-r2m]

This is utterly powerful. I’m now questioning my motives for my behaviour ie volunteering work. Am I actually kind or am I just doing kind things because it releases dopamines and feels good for me. Dear God…

[@alanlemon8003]

Dr. Peterson, Keep up the great work. For a long time now you have been the voice of wisdom. Thank you!

[@MrSzoSs]

We are capable of the most horrific acts but we are also compassionate. Whilst many are forced to live in a life of order, it’s better to choose to live that way for the sake of everyone because we all benefit each other in some way

[@jennifergriffin5467]

Thank you, Mr. Peterson! I needed to hear this. Bless you, sir!

[@donboisvenu4959]

He continues to do a SOLID for all in his orbit, and the world.

[@ZeroESG.goopootoob]

"Negative emotion" can also occur within an organizing narrative that is _not_ collapsing, but merely one that entails negativite conclusions at substantial parts vis-à-vis emerging data.

[@BrandonAlan-wv9di]

Emerging data like signifies that your narrative isn't complete. See Bible for complete narrative , and instructions for emerging data lol

[@ZeroESG.goopootoob]

@@BrandonAlan-wv9di You are eisegeting my comment. This wasn't in reference to biblical revelation. This was in reference to occurrences in one's life that factor into entailments within the given paradigm.

[@Justyouraverageguy172]

Thank God I found this video at long last to help me with my anxiety issues

[@Abdulfataaah]

After OCT 7, navigating social interactions, especially with the clueless, can be tricky. Sometimes, the best move is to step back and move on. Not everyone is a well-thumbed encyclopedia; some are unread instruction leaflets. Smile, nod, and let the cosmic winds guide you to the next chapter.

[@meganw9380]

do you live in Israel?

[@JesusFriedChrist]

@@meganw9380Somali pfp, Somali flag profile banner, Muslim name…I’m guessing he’s Somali.

[@Abdulfataaah]

@@meganw9380 Is that district part of Washington? NO

[@meganw9380]

@@Abdulfataaah i was just wondering damn nevermind

[@bafa000]

"Smile, nod, and let the cosmic winds guide you to the next chapter." LOL easy to say, see? Patience, Patience, she was not attacking you by asking if you lived in Israel. and regarding OCT 7 - navigating social interactions have been tricky before and after that fateful day. Perhaps you are tracing a line on a timeline for other reasons; your reasons. The veracity of your comment is subjective, and your reaction speaks for itself. "especially with the clueless". Are you sure you are not part of this group?

[@mrxXxkink]

Currently experiencing anxiety and it’s just like what he stated about the path to your goal being disturbed. My temporary solution rn is to cancel everything and just focus on surviving day by day. Circumstances might stop me right now but I hope to achieve my goals one day.

[@dondinero13]

I could listen to JP all day. Thank you sir

[@castoriusgr9379]

Probably the best video I have seen from J. Peterson, but these are also many questions. Dopamine increases in pathways where the brain predicts more energy-efficient actions. However, this pathway appears to be obstructed. What transpires when I attain the Optimize State, having maximized energy efficiency? Should I enstablish new goals and proceed in discarding previous accomplishments? Is it necessary for everything in my life to remain interconnected? How will I ascertain this to devise a final plan? If I am unable to create a final plan, will negative emotions inevitably emerge to redirect me? What actions should I take before these emotions are so intense that recovery becomes challenging?

[@Bellsazbubz]

I adore this man, helping me save my life.

[@DIPLOMATCENTER]

Peterson, you’ve been a pillar of positive influence, I see how you weave the biblical corpus in the most nested psychological motifs and serve it to those that are super hungry, thanks for everything!❤

[@Fastfordsandlodedguns]

This man is so well spoken and he puts it in the most simple words

[@gerartv]

I swear I can listen to Mr. Peterson for continuous hours.

[@JohnDoe-qq8et]

I want to learn to think like this man. I need to find ways to shift my brain to observe, process, think and produce thought like this.

[@guygrenville1670]

Thank you Mr Peterson.

[@gilmoresvids]

Brilliant! Eye opening to hear his theory on how we can be at peace with each other.

[@Yahjerohbee]

This man is a gift.

[@Dwell_In_Magic_369]

👏🏻Thank you and grateful for you articulating these topics.

[@tatyanabahmann7465]

Jordan Peterson is a fantastic human! God bless him!

[@keyboardwarrior9406]

Brutal. His explanations on neuroscience are amazing

[@Serenity07-10]

Brilliant lecture Dr Jordan.. inspirational and EXACTLY what we needed.. thank you❤

[@elkefontillo1379]

Wow! My brain literally grew more ❤ 🔥 ❤

[@andreaclarke4955]

I won't exercise in the gym because my big brother is using my identity to facilitate his daughter on the investments - René's daughter Maria is 25 years old, I am 65 years old wtf, she is many years younger than I am, can't she carry her own watch? they both leach off others to survive, sad - I'm trying to steer clear of their personal attention to everything that I do and say I pray God's blessings for you Jordan and Mrs. Peterson and family, thank you for your brilliant channel, I love it 💕💕💕

[@totilakae]

My goodness, when he started breaking down the man's mind at the side of the road, it hit perfectly on me. Especially when he said "its the 3rd time this week, will I get fired? "... "I'm too stupid with mechanics or technology in general..." Gosh, that hit the nail right on the head 😓

[@ghghghghghgh84]

he is just too good at explaining these complex ideas

[@Somethingnothereds]

If there is one thing he does really well it’s public speaking it’s impressive ❤

[@FlowerlyF.]

wish it was longer!! please more of his talks!!!

[@michaelyolch79]

We could have many thousands of Jordan Petersons if this world hadn't been so repulsively, and intentionally, dumbed down. Such a tragedy.

[@leanncrittendon3673]

Simply put, if more of mankind would spend more time reading The Bible....would solve a lot of problems....

[@lordchrisderson5964]

I think those people do exist but they don't choose to step into the spotlight like this. Real geniuses move in silence throughout the world that is the reality. That is why most generations not only ours only have a few true geniuses of their time

[@josher0139]

​@leanncrittendon3673 Im not a christian and dont entirely like "Christianity" in general, but I couldnt agree more. No matter what, it can definitely produce better people than nothing at all.

[@MANIAKRA]

I absolutely love this explanation of anxiety. Wow

[@aero7848]

expectation is the root of all suffering.

[@Geeronimo99]

I agree. Forcing oneself to soldier on in bad situations can train us to accept a situation that isnt working. If its for a higher cause...thats understandable. If its someone ekse.s goal for you...ask what you want. Its also to do with the amygdala. Primitive part of our brain. Change course. Follow your own path. Soldiers get ptsd for a valid reason. Sadly the rest of us often just didnt get permission to be ourselves and follow our own goals. Blood sugar levels and food mixes also affect fear mechanisms. Took me to 61 gad and ptsd...to unlearn anxiety habits. Dont sweat the small stuff😮 jp is good advice..