Why Free Speech is the Antidote to Ignorance and Corruption | Cambridge | EP 240

Recorded at Caius College on November 22, 2021.
Dr Peterson recently traveled to the UK for a series of lectures at the highly esteemed Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. This was the first of said lectures.
After some remarks on Cambridge’s beauty and rich history, Dr Peterson examines the significance and history of clinical psychology. Drawing from the likes of Carl Rogers, Freud, Maslow, and Jung, this lecture investigates free speech, the value of structure, ways to approach mental illness, Jordan’s clinical experience, active listening, relationships, and the golden rule for conflict management.
// SHOWNOTES //
[0:00] Intro
[1:30] Start of speech
[3:10] Dr. Peterson reflects on the beauty and integrity of the University of Cambridge and the effort by Dr. Orr to make the talk about free speech possible
[4:20] How studying clinicians Carl Jung, Carl Rogers, Maslow, and others helped Dr. Peterson both professionally and personally
[6:20] Dr. Peterson stresses the importance of being an active speaker as well as an active listener, and explains how Freud “let people reveal themselves to themselves”
[12:30] Dr. Peterson’s approach as a formally-trained cognitive-behavioral psychologist and conflict resolution advice for people who are in an intimate relationship
[16:10] Dr. Peterson describes Carl Roger’s technique as it relates to conflict management
[23:00] The importance of having an overarching structure that unites a family for peace and harmony within a household
[26:00] Dr. Peterson explains why “free speech is not the freedom or right among many”
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[@j-life8502]

This man is the reason I listen and think WAY BETTER than I ever have. He is humble and practical. I love this Man .

[@somedude1324]

Yep. Peterson and Harris are the thinkers of our time.

[@YuyiLeal]

Thank you for this comment! I feel exactly the same! He is such a light for our times - awakening our hearts and wisdom!

[@FiremarshalM1]

Me too🤓 I quote him daily

[@hlulanizitha9920]

@@somedude1324 No, they're just probably the most influential due to their leveraging social media platform to broadcast their message to millions of people all over the world. There are other intellectuals just as good, if not better, just not in the public eye. I'm saying this as a big fan of JP.

[@LeethLee1]

He makes me remember I have to think harder faster better stronger and I can actually do it.

[@jsyvret472]

To this day, after all the attempts to assinate your character, after the long and arduous battles with poor health and depression, your still standing up and inspiring millions. I'm completely lost for words. All I can say is thank you

[@johnmalcolm3116]

Yes he is the epitome of what doesn't kill you makes you stronger

[@bennieknape4857]

@@WoodenWizard I think it might be Psychological, When you overcome something that has burdened you, You should come back stronger if it doesn't completely crush you. But what do I know.

[@skelter1153]

@@bennieknape4857 Pay no attention to that person, English is not their first language. They want to argue against a point that has already been proven throughout history, so there's something lost upon them in the meaning.

[@davidravenscroft1641]

100% agree Syvret.... The man is awe inspiring!.

[@barbie3139]

God has blessed us with him for such a time as this.

[@suziesmith2142]

I LOVE that Jordan doesn't suppress his emotion. He is a truly remarkable human being.

[@harkyo]

You have to hear and listen to him - and most other people with whom you wish to effectively communicate in good faith - with your head and heart.

[@4RedDwarf3]

Jordan is unable to suppress his emotions, that's why most of us love him and what he stands for, he stands for reality and truth, whats not to love? He has helped me understand the world I am living in today, and I am not some young teenager, I am in my 50s. I just hope the younger generation listen to him rather than dismissing him with no knowledge or understanding of whats going on in the world today.

[@ronjon7942]

Mmmm, I’d say he suppresses his emotions in that he undoubtedly channels his frustrations, disappointment, and anger towards leftist marxists into his ultra meaningful discourses. I view him as the embodiment of an educated mind that has mastered control over his impulses. It’s a discipline that sometimes I feel I myself have mastered until I find myself losing my cool - generally after I open my mouth.

[@sk8ermGs]

You think a man who keeps consistently crying has mastered his impulses 😂

[@robertrussell2202]

@4RedDwarf3 A lot of youngsters like myself are fans

[@GuryWullums]

I've said it before, Ill say it again. Jordan Peterson is the only reason I decided to go back to school. Lifestyle changes aside, this man has inspired me to become a better person in my own eyes. Straight up something I will never be able to pay back

[@infinite540]

I've gone back to school because of him as well.

[@freedomfirst6759]

JP is the only reason I am still alive. ♡

[@micheleh5269]

That part of his lecture today on "in the absence of an overaching unifying structure, the members of the family feel a catastrophic chaos" hit me right smack in the face. I am the leader of our family and feel somewhat at a loss for how to fix this. But at least someone credible said out loud what the problem is

[@sylpra09]

Proud of you, Gary

[@tomtom21194]

How's the changes going Gary?

[@TheArturo1789]

"If you are concerned with the oppressed, why in the world would you oppose free speech? It's the only thing the oppressed have." Truly, powerful quote. I have no words. Thank you, Dr. Peterson.

[@bee509]

Diddo

[@andrewt836]

“I have no words” what an ironic way to laude free speech

[@sto4713]

We are truly blessed to be able to listen to such a brilliant man.

[@alelectric2767]

They think they’re the only ones who should have speech. Only rights apply to them.

[@JS-dt1tn]

No. The oppresed don't have free speech, becuase they are excluded from that priviledge (historically). What they do have, however, is the power to evoke violence.

[@simonlawrencesings]

That wasn't just a lecture. That was sheer poetry. Magnificent, uplifting and unbelievably eloquent.

[@christopherbenson5160]

Jordan peterson in a nuttshell

[@christopherbenson5160]

@@psychcowboy1 what you may define as basic, is often not for a lot of people, untill defined clearly in such a way that jordan peterson does. I wouldnt be so quick to dissaprove of simple messages, when often it is the simplest of messages that people need the most.

[@christopherbenson5160]

@@psychcowboy1 The importance of free speech and its depth, history and scientific findings with the hopes of sharing a deeper understanding of its necessity and benifits. Which fits particularly in a time where we are questioning such importance.

[@hmmm2357]

@@christopherbenson5160 can you give a example of the importance of free speech that was deep

[@andrewlandry2358]

@@psychcowboy1 Dude, get a life. You popping up in every comment like a game of whack-a-mole. I'm not saying you're a mouth-breathing, insecure, pseudointellectual manchild; but hovering like a vulture in the comments of a youtube video making shallow, ham-handed digs at a person who is clearly your superior in almost every way is not proving anyone otherwise. Go make your bed.

[@xXxXxXLoveBugXxXxXx]

"Free speech is all the oppressed have". TRUTH. As someone who grew up in a very oppressive household, I can confirm. The only time I ever felt even the slightest bit of freedom was when I was away from my mom and able to converse with friends in situations where I thought my mother wouldn't hear and she fought that heavily. Preventing me from seeing my sister and friends, going through my Facebook messages, demanding passwords to accounts, leering over my shoulder when I was online, standing right outside the door listening to all my conversations, forcing me to say things I didn't believe under threat of punishment and forcing me to keep secrets under threat of punishment. That shit took a massive toll on my mental health and I would rather die than give up my freedom of speech. I will have my freedom of speech or die defending it. Those who have not experienced having their speech suppressed have no fucking clue what an insane mind rape it is.

[@KittredgeRitter]

What kind of upbringing was this? Conservative or something religious?

[@xXxXxXLoveBugXxXxXx]

@@KittredgeRitter Extremely religious. Cult-like.

[@sherrybonnett4827]

Smack on!

[@mccaboy]

@@KittredgeRitter right wing religious or left wing religious?

[@gimply7th186]

Regardless of whose side it was what matters is that you came out thinking that was free speech is important. Never forget that. I wish you the best man.

[@satoau1]

when i first came to japan i got a job in an english conversation school, and was surprised at first that many of our students who came just for free chat sessions were sent by their psychologist. apparently there was a freedom to be found in communicating in a second language, and especially so with non-japanese people, and that was therapeutic. looking into it more i found that a very large portion of the people coming there (as in not just the ones encouraged to by their psychologist) did so because they found it relaxing to be able to discuss what was on their mind, because japanese society has very tight limits on what is acceptable discourse. moving on later to teaching in a high school i have to say the best part of that job was the variety of things students had to talk and write about. on our yearly student feedback sheets i often got comments of the type "i like this class because the teacher listen to anything." i certainly hope i made at least some small dent in the outrageously high levels of youth depression and suicide in japan, and of course i fully understand and agree with dr. peterson about the importance of free speech both in society and also for the individual human mental state.

[@robertmadison1205]

Very interesting. I believe that you are absolutely right

[@cliftut]

Very interesting indeed. Thanks for sharing!

[@WTF_Over]

yes and if we don't stand up together communism will be here

[@robertmadison1205]

On a side note, I dont think Japan has a high suicide rate. Sure its part of the culture, but compared to other countries, it is medium. Not gonna look this up, tho. I just remember that.

[@darmichar73]

I used to work with an engineer that was from China. He did not speak english very well, but he could talk like no one I had ever met. I worked the midnight shift on the weekends, 5P to 5A. This man would work 16 hour days, and on the weekends would sleep under his desk to make sure he was there if something went wrong. He was in the US on a work visa. When he wasn't actively working on something, he was sitting next to me, talking about anything and everything. I thoroughly enjoyed talking to him because he was enthusiastic. It wasn't until he explained the third year experience of a visa holder to me that I understood why he had spent so many hours with me just talking. He wanted to learn english, he wanted to be an American. Those 6 or so months I spent working with him, talking with him, opened my eyes more than any other time in my life. Being in the US meant more to him than anything in the world. His drive and ambition to do whatever it took to maintain that life made me appreciate him and his work ethic more than anyone I have ever met. It made him insanely happy to ask me questions just to hear me speak english so he could learn, even if it was from a redneck. Unfortunately, I lost contact with him. JD, if you're out there buddy, you changed my outlook on life and work and what I have being an American more than you'll ever know.

[@dominicansolx]

"And so if you are concerned with the oppressed, why in the world would you oppose free speech?! Is the only thing the oppressed have!" This struck me to my core. God bless you, Dr. Peterson.

[@blackquiver]

The worst thing about this comment, is your ignorance towards Liberty

[@billharbers3409]

@@blackquiver I would genuinely like to know what you mean by that.

[@JackHaveman52]

@@blackquiver Your comment sounds contradictory. If the oppressed have no voice, haven't they lost the means, free speech, to Liberty? Your comment is quite baffling. You'll have to dig a little deeper than that because I'd really like to understand your point.

[@dominicansolx]

@@blackquiver Excume, you have officially left me more confused than a cat searching for a pointer light. What the heck do you mean by that? If you don't have freedom of speech, then you pretty much don't have the freedom to think. If you don't have the freedom to think then you are oppressed by definition because someone will put you down if you dare to do it. A.K.A. Hitler, Stalin, Mao, and Kim Style.

[@WileyFox01]

@@mikekane2492 Why bring politics into this? JP's speach was about undersatnding and affirmation of a persons view or prospective. No politics.........

[@lydiaboswell9789]

I've discovered Dr. Jordan Peterson very recently and I never realized how hungry my brain was to learn and listen. His eloquence is to my brain as soothing as music is to my ears. At last, someone who helps me make sense of what is going on! Thank you, Dr. Peterson!

[@maggpye206]

I discovered him about six months ago. I was, initially embarrassed, that as a Canadian I didn't know who he was. I have been grateful for him since I found him.

[@shaunbradley8671]

Watch his biblical series

[@loganparsons5179]

@@shaunbradley8671 was gonna say the same thing

[@laurahano2587]

Jordan has so much material to take in. Enjoy your new journey! My life has improved by implementing my new knowledge, so grateful for Jordan and his family.

[@larrysmith2123]

you late

[@chellegriggs]

This man is intelligent, sensitive, captivating, deep, and extremely interesting. He is a real person...and we meet so few in our lifetime, its enjoying listening to Dr. Peterson...such an honest and genuine man, smart too.

[@sto4713]

I totally agree he is a blessing to hear.

[@loke49]

@@psychcowboy1 can you tell anything he said that sounded unintelligent ? you might agree or disagree with him , but unintelligent ? ;)

[@DAN_IBEZA]

OMG. If you listen to this only once you are doing yourself a disservice. The layers of brilliance in this presentation are tremendous.

[@urbanwarchief]

Aye it be for the comprehensible

[@dtps_champion6016]

yeah I can't keep up with this dude lol. gonna have to listen again

[@josephhruby3225]

This man's ability to consolidate, conceptualize then communicate the life experience is amazing . Invaluable, Intellectual and yet accessible - Bravo Sir . . . Bravo

[@Topsnap_Podcast]

100%

[@todorkovacevic]

Marduk in human form.

[@andylowe364]

The prophet Peterson. The man speaks fire.

[@jaylands9556]

Jordan Peterson Cult members are so weird 🙄

[@Jaeger-bi8tz]

@@jaylands9556 "cult members" lol... do you actually know who he is or watch more than 5 minutes of a video to actually understand his intent? his intentions are positive and whole and he cares about all of us as individuals, as we should. there are no "cult members"... there are young men and women who are confused and need guidance in this dark world through a figure of hope, and thats exactly who j perterson is. somebody who people looking for guidance can look up to.. how dare you call these people cult members when they are merely looking to improve themselves

[@scotteaglen4872]

How ironic that I’m sat here absolutely speechless, watching a speech about free speech. Jordan Peterson, I bow down to you Sir.

[@jaylands9556]

Sad

[@jspright5226]

You have the right to remain silent :)

[@lauratanner8475]

@@jspright5226 but not the ability! 😆

[@loganparsons5179]

@@WoodenWizard chill dude 😂

[@AnyWayICan]

I think I know enough about Dr. Peterson to know that he would strongly object to being bowed down to. He would tell you to stand up straight and hold your head up high.

[@vevekeexplains4249]

I got news that an uncle I was close to passed away no more than 3 hours ago and this man right here, Jordan B Peterson, he and his work has enabled me to quickly and thoroughly process what I was feeling and let me be a rock for those around me.

[@bennieknape4857]

The UA are deserved of a congratulations it is a very difficult and tough position you're in and to be able to eat that rock is an incredible strength on your part congratulations.

[@joesmith5097]

Obviously we all are sorry for your loss and the pain that you and your family are and will have to go through in this time..despite the lefts attack..my thoughts and prayers are w you. I went through this about a yr ago w my grandmother, she was very important to me..only grandmother I really had. Yet my father and his sisters, I knew were gonna struggle..lots of issues, many of which many families have suffered. She apparently wasn't a "perfect" mother but she was a phenomenal Grandma. Yet, I knew from his talks what I needed to do. It wasn't easy..but it was worth it. I am proud of you for being there for your family, guaranteed ppl noticed! It meant something and you made a difference!!!

[@naomibowman9886]

A light shines through this man from the depths of his soul. He brings me to tears with his passionate love and concern for us all. God has blessed him with the gift of revelation and I am listening to every word! See you in April, good Doctor.

[@user-du3gd4ey1g]

ᴛʜᴀɴᴋs ғᴏʀ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴇɴᴛ, ᴍᴀᴋᴇ ᴀ ɴᴏᴛᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴋᴀᴛʜʀʏɴ ʟɪɴᴄᴋ ʀᴇɢᴀʀᴅɪɴɢ ʙᴛᴄ/ ᴇᴛʜ ɪɴᴠᴇsᴛᴍᴇɴᴛ ɪᴅᴇᴀs 𝚃ᵉ𝚇ţ𝄍𝑾𝒉𝔮τ𝑠𝑨𝑝𝑝 ±𝟏𝟔𝟏98𝟑𝟔𝟏9𝟎𝟕 ʟᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ɪ ʀᴇғᴇʀʀᴇᴅ ʏᴏᴜ.

[@robdielemans9189]

This reminds me of a Jeffrey Lewis album called: It's the Ones Who've Cracked That the Light Shines Through.

[@naomibowman9886]

@@robdielemans9189 I will check it out! 😃

[@ditobaon]

This is the best argument for freedom of speech I think I've ever heard

[@jaylands9556]

Sad

[@carloscruz7317]

This guy is a gift to humanity. I just can’t believe anyone would say anything bad about him. Nothing he says is controversial in any way!

[@cuerex8580]

He triggers people to develop self responsibility. Some people are so comfortable with staying in a victimhood, that they feel the need to defend themselves because of him. That is what all the attacks are about.

[@jujupants2486]

Or people just hear a negative critique from someone else and just adopts the same critique without a sliver of research done. This type of thing is not unique at all to Dr. Peterson. It seems to be the case that those that "stick to their guns" and also NEVER apologize, eventually come out on top. The act of apologizing means you are admitting guilt for the claims thrown against you. Thats exactly what they want so dont do that.

[@shaneacton1627]

@@jujupants2486 Sticking to your guns and never apologising would only work if you were already perfect. Which nobody is. You should be very afraid if you find your opinions unmovable. There's only one thing I can say about the man who is never wrong, and that is that he will always be wrong.

[@voiduimrs5148]

@@shaneacton1627 yea it depends on what your saying, if you are making racist claims you should reevaluate but when you say generally women are happier getting married and having kids as Peterson did there is no reason to apologize. When people put something on you that isnt true never apologize, but it is difficult to truly know you are right, It takes a lot of effort. I guess the point is dont apologize to the mob just to avoid pain because that makes you weak. After you truly evaluate what you have said or done you should make the call for yourself and be ready for the consequences.

[@shaneacton1627]

@@voiduimrs5148 well, a claim like that, in my opinion should not be made unless there was hard data to back it up. Nobody is so experienced that they can summon universal generalizations from just within their own mind. Maybe it is true, maybe it isn't. And maybe it's true, but only because of the particular details of the society we are currently embedded in. Apologizing for your beliefs, and admitting the limits of your knowledge are very different beasts.

[@brantl97]

I've never come across a man as real as him. He is incredibly intelligent and wants nothing but the best for his fellow man it is amazing and a blessing to be able to learn from this man for free. I am truly grateful to have this opportunity, thank you peterson! We all owe you way more then can ever be expressed or given. 🤝

[@steffennielsen5942]

There is only 1 Jordan B. Peterson. And we cannot manage the future without him.

[@jospehbloseph7172]

I had someone tell me that He’s a misogynist today. I just laughed, the man can’t talk about his wife and daughter and their accomplishments without getting emotional. He is the best of what academia has to offer, an effective, compassionate, well-researched communicator, and teacher.

[@user-cp8qq2wo6k]

ᴛʜᴀɴᴋs ғᴏʀ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴇɴᴛ, ᴍᴀᴋᴇ ᴀ ɴᴏᴛᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴋᴀᴛʜʀʏɴ ʟɪɴᴄᴋ ʀᴇɢᴀʀᴅɪɴɢ ʙᴛᴄ/ ᴇᴛʜ ɪɴᴠᴇsᴛᴍᴇɴᴛ ɪᴅᴇᴀs 𝚃ᵉ𝚇ţ𝄍𝑾𝒉𝔮τ𝑠𝑨𝑝𝑝 ±𝟏𝟐𝟑𝟒𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟐𝟑𝟔𝟕 ʟᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ɪ ʀᴇғᴇʀʀᴇᴅ ʏᴏᴜ;...

[@baalstone675]

@@WoodenWizard no.

[@chestonunnewehr6954]

@@WoodenWizard Prove it.

[@chestonunnewehr6954]

@@WoodenWizard That's not how this works. You made the claim, you back it up.

[@chestonunnewehr6954]

@@WoodenWizard You've had 3 chances to present some kind of evidence for your (as of yet unsubstantiated) claim. Rather than take that opportunity to change someone's mind, you deflect and distract. I am not fooled, and I will no longer be listening or responding. You had your chance to actually say something useful, and the chance is gone. Goodbye.

[@levisnyder6585]

I accidentally tried that experiment days before hearing this lecture. My brother was visiting me and we started talking about the concept of God. After three hours of exhaustive escalation, I finally sat down and tried to put together his argument in a way I could understand and didn’t stop until he was satisfied that I had gotten it right and I marveled as all the anger dissipated until all that remained was our ideas, naked and vulnerable and only partially formed. We realized that we both have a lot of learning to do. As flawed and mortal creatures we felt the same. And there was the peace between us of which I’ve so often dreamed. Consistently I return to Peterson not to learn how, but to learn why.

[@peterfrance7489]

Beautiful. But the level of integrity, honesty and trust required to do this is exceedingly rare. It is entirely missing in the political sphere.

[@Tinamar65]

Connection.

[@MrAkaacer]

@@janaenae1338 Haha... There was a stargate episode that made me think about this. It was about a person being cloned but they didn't know they were cloned until they met the original. The original and the clone had separate lives and where at odds with each other. This made me think that if I was cloned, there would be no advantage to me. For example if my clone had sex I would derive no joy from that as it was not my experience and so because we have different experiences, the decisions we make would be different. From the moment the clone was alive it's experiences and mine would diverge. We would have shades of each other but never be the same.

[@mercyme8014]

Our 24 hour nano second society has no time for this kind of adult positive regard.

[@steveoh9025]

@@mercyme8014 mercy Me

[@Rafaeorafa]

My life changed when i met this amazing human being, and even my english vocabulary increased, but raising my children with one simple rule has made me very happy and this rule is, always tell the truth or at least dont lie. Thank you JP. You're amazing.

[@change1626]

ᴛʜᴀɴᴋs ғᴏʀ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴇɴᴛ, ᴍᴀᴋᴇ ᴀ ɴᴏᴛᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴋᴀᴛʜʀʏɴ ʟɪɴᴄᴋ ʀᴇɢᴀʀᴅɪɴɢ ʙᴛᴄ/ ᴇᴛʜ ɪɴᴠᴇsᴛᴍᴇɴᴛ ɪᴅᴇᴀs 𝚃ᵉ𝚇ţ𝄍𝑾𝒉𝔮τ𝑠𝑨𝑝𝑝 ±𝟭𝟲𝟭𝟵𝟴𝟯𝟲𝟭𝟵𝟬𝟳 ʟᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ɪ ʀᴇғᴇʀʀᴇᴅ ʏᴏᴜ;

[@ruthgrey7190]

I really do adore that man. Who else can explain life in all its complexity and confusion in such a beautifully precise manner? How rare to see a person extol truth without ego or agenda.

[@0ucantstopme034]

Gosh this man can speak. It's like listening to a symphony--the tone, sentence structure, thought, pace, etc, etc. Just amazing.

[@leonorejanson5140]

My thoughts exactly.

[@CKNYTO]

JP is so insightful and fundamentally sound. He's teaching, but I know that he'd tell you that he's learning at the same time and constantly growing and evolving. That's what makes him special.

[@Topsnap_Podcast]

He is a very special man!!!

[@tiredtyrant370]

@@ashesandash Did you come to that conclusion or did someone else do that for you?

[@Jens0215]

@@ashesandash please actually look up the definition of fascism, and then you might see that those who are accusing others of being fascists are actually fascists themselves.

[@elektrotehnik94]

Jordan would probably say that he’s trying to figure out what he really thinks.

[@shadowcolorado3668]

@@ashesandash you mean the government colluding with the corporate world to suppress voices of opposition? Censoring and deleting SPEECH they don't like? Blocking access to funds over an opinion? Taking away the ability to earn funds for wrong think? Sounds more like the left to me.

[@eagleswing9940]

Dr. Peteson, greatness comes at great cost, always. So thank you for your willingness to use your gifts, and to develop them through the long nights of wrestling and learning and growing so that you have been able to be a voice speaking, influencing and leading in such a critical time, not only for the people of Canada, but people all across the earth. Well done, sir.

[@LYNNSTER1971]

So far, definitely one in his top 10 lecture topics. We as 🇨🇦 have such a gift to witness the unfolding of a great philosopher in our time.

[@OnceAJay]

As always, Jordan makes me pay such a great degree of attention to what he's saying. Not even my gf can do that.

[@ericboyum9848]

😂😳Jay. May your gf not read that comment. Bro that's funny!!

[@newbiegain117]

Your GF isn't going to, it's vice versa.

[@fatihertural795]

I hope your girlfriend won't read your beautiful comment

[@FiremarshalM1]

Then you are the boring one. 😆 I wonder what your girlfriend knows that you don't?

[@molonlabe1033]

Girlfriends are for looking at not listening to. I haven't met one woman that I dont zone out as soon as they start talking. I can't think of one female throughout history that was known as a great thinker . They are to emotional.

[@rgriffis68]

I can only agree with JBP on the importance of free speech. The assault on free speech is an assault on humanity.

[@tallwaters9708]

Phft, no one really has free speech, there's always limits on what you're allowed to say.

[@slaphappyduplenty2436]

There will always be limits to freedom of speech, so we might as well limit it completely.

[@3ZEBRA]

@@tallwaters9708 ehh...sort of. Like yeah one "can't" say "I'm going to murder person X", because there are/could be legal consequences for that. But the words *can* still be spoken. We just have to be brave enough to say what we want/think.

[@blackquiver]

Assault on FREE SPEECH is not an assault on humanity but an assault on Liberty where is was never protected to begin with as a RIGHT by the so called free world exist today..this is your fault..

[@tallwaters9708]

@@3ZEBRA Yeah true you can say whatever you want, but it doesn't mean you're "allowed" to say it. For example, my tweet may be deleted if I mention political issue x, and that happens in many different countries. Hate speech isn't allowed (not saying it should be), but you can be jailed for saying certain things which may be your opinion, but society doesn't want to hear. So yeah, there's also social issues, like you always have to be careful about what you say all the time with most people. So whilst the idea of "free speech" sounds good on paper, in reality, we're all constraining what we say all the time, quite often for fear of repercussions. So I just think the notion of free speech is a bit of a joke IMO.

[@Galbex21]

This is brilliant. Thanks, I cant believe this world class speech can be shared around the world in the same day.

[@Tobeon2]

His passion, professionalism, clarity, & class!! Wow..... I even got emotional listen to him.... Wow!!

[@Dbo704]

This lecture is so incredibly important and relevant now…more than ever. I hope joy and peace find you more often Dr. JP….the world needs you.

[@Illlium]

On the surface it could appear that it's purely an individualistic recipe for life improvement, but at the core I believe this is just as applicable to our corrupt systems. Although it would only appear that way if, well, you're not listening.

[@rayRay-pw6gz]

There is a big difference between freedom of speech and an opinion of value ! To many feel they are the same . THEY ARE NOT !

[@Illlium]

@@rayRay-pw6gz We can't really make that value judgement if the opinion is not going to be voiced first, can we now?

[@alvareo92]

@@Illlium as Carl Rogers said, the therapist should experience a transformation just the same as the patient did for a therapy to be genuinely productive. In exchanging viewpoints, truly listening and letting each other explore their own views, both people come out with new lessons and discoveries not only about themselves but about the other (and what the other’s views say about you)

[@derp8575]

@@alvareo92 That's becoming increasingly harder to achieve since language has been weaponized. A Spanish politician was banned for two weeks on Twitter for saying "men cannot give birth". We're hanging on by a thread.

[@scottchiusolo5964]

I can't formulate into words how I feel after listening to Jordan Peterson. He is a beacon of hope and clarity in a world of poisonous political garbage. Thank you for posting these online

[@Ahzahail]

Jordan, I am 48 years old now. I was in the 80's and 90's a punk rock kid. My youth was peppered with indignation and rebellion. I still at least in some degree carry that feeling and spirit to this day (although with less aggression and angst).m I think that past helped me see through the malignant ideologies today. I honestly stumbled upon you in what to me was almost "Shock and Awe" at what society had become. I went from a man who was ADAMENTLY against religion, to a man who understands at the very least WHY others NEED it. I already understood and nodded along at "Take responsibility", and was glad to hear someone articulate at the base and emotional level why these tenants are ESSENTIAL. This subject of ALL of those subjects, to me, is most dear. Free speech is the floodgate to tyranny. The minute that goes, Tyranny is soon to follow. Not just governmental free speech limits, but EVEN SOCIETAL NORM free speech limitations are pernicious. The encroachment of 60's "new left" ideology, wrapped in new sheep's clothing is the scariest, encroachment on those liberties I have personally seen. Not only that, but the SPEED with which it changed to this new cancerous style infectious ideology was shocking. You sir, are a light tower in the foggy seas. You are a voice of reason AGAINST that swelling tide. I really appreciate the reason and LOGIC that you bring to these emotional times! I thank you good sir, You are an unlikely hero to me!

[@scottclaudet]

Those last three minutes of this speech should be etched into the halls of the university and government. Period. This great man will be remembered as one of the foremost champions of intelectual freedom and valor.

[@freeclimb5487]

I believe Jordan Peterson is truly one of the greatest "thinkers" of our time.

[@freeclimb5487]

@Wooden Wizard Yes, "thinkers". As in; one who contemplates and comes to logical and philosophical conclusions based on universal truths.

[@freeclimb5487]

@Wooden Wizard Dude, grow up and get a life. I don't have the need to try and make myself seem super duper smart. I put it in quotations to stand out for those intellectuals that may fall into that category, nothing more. If you find an issue with that, then I would say the problem is yours.

[@freeclimb5487]

@Steven Moronic comment. Plato was one of the greatest thinkers from another time. Maybe you should try thinking; it would certainly serve you better than whatever you are doing now.

[@freeclimb5487]

@Wooden Wizard I have, and I have come to the conclusion that your mother doesn't love you and never breast feed you. You're a mook.

[@larrysmith2123]

'thinkers'? sure buddy..

[@Die-CastMetal]

“The only lives that truly matter are those who respect the lives of others”.

[@apoorvsalar9452]

According to who?

[@gerardmoloney433]

@@apoorvsalar9452 it's a circular statement. Think about it. It's like Atheism. It defeats itself. Maranatha

[@amylawrence7247]

@@gerardmoloney433 I'm curious, why do you say atheism is based on circular logic?

[@foppo100]

That is why we have wars.Ours is friendly fire it kills you in a nice way yes? I see you but get real.

[@Die-CastMetal]

@@apoorvsalar9452 According to you. Do you have respect for the person who would break into your home just to steal the things you own?

[@williamnikodym6824]

My favorite line is the one where Jordan talks about free speech being the only thing the oppressed have left. Hit home deep. Jordan please keep spreading these words

[@johncurrie1789]

I follow Dr. Peterson fairly closely and have read, viewed and listen to a tremendous amount of his work. The last three or so minutes of this lecture may be the finest, most profound commentary on free speech I've ever heard from anyone...even looking back into antiquity.

[@ryanoneill2352]

Does that include the freedom of speech to nearly die of drugs due to being a weak, pathetic charlatan? And lie about eating only meat to make hair grow back? Bahahaha

[@LeethLee1]

Top notch. The levels you built up in this speech and built back down were almost like a mirrored fountain. Awesome!

[@rifrafbarker]

Gorgeous description

[@elliottwade1901]

@LohnS -- Well said; I had exactly the same feeling.

[@sendnoodles5437]

After a profound conclusion he had to shit the bed by entwining Judeo-Christianity... institutions which until a century ago were persecuting, imprisoning and murdering free thinkers. Nobody's perfect I guess.

[@LeethLee1]

@@sendnoodles5437 Granted! I think here he's not referring to the organized religion, but the basic ideas to build a Country. That's technically Judeo-Christian. Since we don't all agree in the west to, say, slice criminals heads off in the street like Saudi Arabia. And not saying one way is better or worse depending on the society and whatever else, but that is what he means. Corrupt religion is just a layer on top that sucks for sure. But if we didn't have that basis of human value from our history we would live in a way worse set of Countries. Let me know what you think. JBP could absolutely delve more into errors of the Church, and he was pretty tough on the Christians and Catholics he's talked to on his podcast. I thought that was well done. I'm a huge fan of Dawkins and Hitchens, even Kraus but lately I'm also re-igniting my religious side, or unconscious collective if you're an atheist. It's been fascinating!

[@sendnoodles5437]

Edit: I don't know why I just wrote all this out... ignore it if you want, maybe a bible basher will stumble upon and it will give them to think a little more critically about their faith I'm a staunch antitheist - I think organised religion is a corruptive force in the world in general. My grandmother attends a parish and it ostensibly brings her consolation so I can appreciate that, but I also just had a classmate who failed our psychology course because she refused to accept homosexuality, contraception and abortion as she was a devout Christian (from Kenya, where the missionaries had stripped away their pre-existing belief systems and forcibly converted them to Christianity no less). See how it pollutes modern minds with foul edicts and preachments by primitive patriarchs. I've read all the foundational texts and see no value in them at all. It's obvious there's not a grain of truth to any of it - the various books and gospels all contradict one another enough to conclude that much. Maybe they helped keep order in the tribes they governed but they're obsolete now. The 10 commandments are obscene; the first 4 compel love under duress which is sadomasochism, the next lot are just basic human decency and the last one punishes thought crime and offers a warrant for slavery. God is portrayed as a jealous genocidal maniac, Jesus is a hysterical preacher who's preachments hardly even make sense. Even C.S Lewis concluded that he must have been some raving doomsayer if he ever did exist. JP is misguided when he extols its provenance of morality in the west. It only ever reforms to the bare minimum when its forced because public morality porgresses. Antisematism was still an official doctrine until the 50's. And it has the audacity to consider itself the moral authority in the world whilst it harbours child abusers even among prelates and members of conclave. As I mentioned, the only concession I give religion is it's source of existential support for the downtrodden and feeble minded, but even so it encourages people to retreat into fairy tales rather than confronting reality as it is and in this sense it's a hindrance to human progress, not to mention it boycotts science. If it weren't ever challenged we would still be living under a suffocating theocracy in the medieval. To terrify children with imagery of hell and to teach them that carnality is sinful is child abuse even before the rape. We need to stop forcing it down children's throats and allow them to gravitate to it in their own volition. Of course the church knows that would be the deathblow since they need to strike whilst their targets are too young to think for themselves. We're getting there though. I also get this sinister sense when speaking with some pious that their faith is the only thing preventing them going on a rampage of rape, pillage and murder. I really hope I'm wrong about that

[@bradlothrop4076]

From someone who grew up with lies casually handed out as part of a family experience, this man has given voice succinctly to what I have unconsciously been striving for. Strong truths seem to provoke a crying response in me, this lecture is no different. Well done. Toughest caring person I have ever had the pleasure of watching.

[@blackquiver]

Maybe u should learn to stick up for yourself..

[@Mr.BrainBulk]

I feel you. I hope you find what your looking for. Peterson straighten up my life a bunch, and I hope you will see the same reward as a consequence from it as I did. Wish you the best of the best you noble warrior 👌🏻

[@tonysimmons5729]

Sounds like your experience was poisoned by generation-based patriarchal dysfunction. This is from either parent, but the term is a clarification of how, “father knows best”, so do not challenge him. Without knowing your scenario specifically, it sounds like all family members entered into a silent agreement to never challenge the person(s) who spoke into falsehoods and illusions. With freedom to speak as an equal, you would be able to CONSCIOUSLY speak to WHAT IS and not what the person(s) were dreaming up or lived in a delusional experience about. Living this experience teaches people to believe anything they hear. They develop very few opinions and follow others easily. This plays right into the hands of the person spinning tales and calling them the truth. I wish you the best. JP is fantastic! Devour everything. Then challenge it. Always challenge what you believe. Give yourself chances to learn new info and change your opinion. Its vital. I wish you the best.

[@SeanHollandTV]

@@tonysimmons5729 my father is a narcissist who spoke in falsehoods and i was 17 when i stopped listening to those falsifies, was only when i stopped and challenged the others in my home could stop listening too. (I like to think in extremes this is how dictators do it on a grand scale) Since then, i cannot sit idle when someone preaches falsehoods and am quick to respond to people. That moment of clarity at 17, made me assertive and started me on my journey of self exploration and actualization. Loved your comment.

[@tonysimmons5729]

@@SeanHollandTV Love your story! That moment of clarity never comes for many of us. Its so easy to stay in what is comfortable.

[@huko4266]

We are so lucky to be able to consume this amount of psychological insight from one of the greatest psychologists in history.

[@dallasonfire604]

@@psychcowboy1 you're just cruising around the comments ruffling feathers lol.

[@dallasonfire604]

@@psychcowboy1 sounds like a worth quest to me. Take care of yourself.

[@sonnyjs15]

Mr.Peterson, please continue to be our role model in this **cked up world. Stay strong, true, and determined to NEVER be silenced.

[@gstar3569]

Currently reading The Gulag Archipelago, about 2 thirds into the master piece. When you hear an account of how dark and out of control society can become when we stifle free speech , suddenly this debate becomes visceral and pertinent to our own immediate futures. I can't recommend the book enough to people! Its as important as the bible in revealing the human condition.

[@k20z3keith7]

That book is just jaw-dropping. To read how the Communists conducted court proceedings made me sick.

[@ralphkeener5858]

I'm nearly through chapter five...Knowing the worst is yet to come and I'm already having difficulty comprehending so many things. Primarily, how the citizens of a society en masse, could perpetrate such atrocities against their neighbors with such calculated cold blooded disregard for their humanity. I am neither naive nor unexposed to the reality of the existence of evil that can be manifested by human beings on one another within the confines of societies or situations where the rule of law or rules of engagement reign. But for the manifestation of unadulterated evil to be the society itself, is nearly beyond comprehension. I would venture to say, that if The Gulag Archipelago were a work of fiction, one would be hard pressed to convince most readers that the atrocities described on the level and for the duration that they actually occurred, would ever have the slightest chance of manifestation.

[@Kyle_Duffy]

I'm so big on listening to others, but this articulated why in a better way than I ever have. Thanks doc

[@margaretwasserman6687]

Dr. Peterson is terrific! My husband and I recently attended Dr. Peterson”s lecture at the Beacon theater in NY and enjoyed every minute of it.! We spoke to two extremely enthusiastic young men on our way out of the lecture,. One of the young men said “ because of Dr. Peterson, Im getting my act together.” The two friends were so excited to see Dr. Peterson and we’re equally thrilled to be heading back the following evening to hear him speak again! Thank you, Dr. Jordon, for being a voice of reason for all of us! Mikhaila , great job too!

[@user-du3gd4ey1g]

ᴛʜᴀɴᴋs ғᴏʀ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴇɴᴛ, ᴍᴀᴋᴇ ᴀ ɴᴏᴛᴇ ᴛᴏ ᴋᴀᴛʜʀʏɴ ʟɪɴᴄᴋ ʀᴇɢᴀʀᴅɪɴɢ ʙᴛᴄ/ ᴇᴛʜ ɪɴᴠᴇsᴛᴍᴇɴᴛ ɪᴅᴇᴀs 𝚃ᵉ𝚇ţ𝄍𝑾𝒉𝔮τ𝑠𝑨𝑝𝑝 ±𝟏𝟔𝟏98𝟑𝟔𝟏9𝟎𝟕 ʟᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ɪ ʀᴇғᴇʀʀᴇᴅ ʏᴏᴜ;

[@barrypolicelli7973]

I am continually amazed at the intelligence of this man and his ability to disseminate such large portions of practical information for extended periods of time without any notes in front of him.

[@Gloriagal78]

Right???

[@XXusernameunknownXX]

This was one of the most profound speeches I've ever heard from you. Thank you.

[@itmomotitimo]

Seconded

[@carlossmith4927]

Speechless. God bless Jordan Peterson, for He has blessed us with Jordan Peterson. 🙏🏻

[@enjoyfaith]

Amen!

[@carlossmith4927]

@@mikekoz6351 🤣

[@dmonmaney7153]

His speeches take us on an amazing ride to an even better destination. What an incredible orator!

[@bergeracvandamme]

The world may not deserve men like Peterson, but it so desperately needs them. I hope he takes some comfort in the knowledge that he's had, and is still having, a profoundly positive impact on the lives of millions of people. What an amazing gift to possess.

[@theneutralgroundpodcast]

Something we often take for granted is the different ways that we comprehend our thinking between when we speak in our minds and when we actually vocalize the thoughts externally to others. Both can produce different means of interpreting our state of being in a moment. That is another function of freedom of speech--to better understand the clarity of one's own thoughts and state of being.

[@OutakuOutlaws]

I’ve thought about this too. I’d add on to it. Here is a top down approach. There is the thought externalized, conveyed to others. There is the thought internalized, deliberately produced in the mind (such as speaking in the mind). And then there is the even deeper thought, that isn’t deliberately produced, that is unconscious, and of which is understood faintly. Now that I think about it, this resembles the Freudian concepts of the id, ego, and superego

[@blackquiver]

@The Neutral Ground Podcast Here's somthing for u to ponder on free SPEACH 🖕🖕🖕🖕

[@bokchoiman]

It's also interesting to think of how vision plays a role in either adding or removing value from a someone's argument. I wonder if the thought process in someone who's blind is to a degree, more purified and devoid of superficial criticism.

[@deadreckoning6288]

@@bokchoiman I would say yes.

[@the2ndcoming135]

Brings to mind an apartment I had to show to potential tenants for my landlord one evening about 7 years ago. For some reason it took nearly an hour just to get through the front door. The key just wouldn’t turn. Although, I had been to the apartment before with my landlord and the key gave me little resistance upon turning it. So, I found it highly odd that the key suddenly wouldn’t work out of all the instances in which it should be. The couple I was showing the place to even tried turning the key. Still didn’t work. It was as if someone inside held on to the deadbolt as we tried to enter. Ultimately, I was able to get us in once I turned the key the necessary way it needed to be manipulated. Can’t remember how many shakes and jiggles I gave that key. But, I was certain I had the correct key. So, we get in and turn on lights. Do a quick walk around downstairs and suddenly footsteps were heard. We all heard them. Naturally, I was asked if anybody was in there. To which of course I told them there shouldn’t be. So, we head for the stairs towards the upper rooms. More footsteps are heard and the couple and myself paused and listened. Sounded like someone had darted across the hall into one of the bedrooms. At this point we’re all suspicious of each other. But, I was confident nobody else was in there. My landlord and I made sure the place was sealed tight earlier. So, I bravely ascended the flight of stairs, turned on more lights and eased the worry of the couple. The husband then followed along with his wife. We then proceeded to check out the rooms. Windows were still locked and not a soul was to be found. Comfortable with what we saw compared to what we heard, we all unanimously laughed the heartiest of laughs. We were in utter disbelief because we know what we heard. Just couldn’t believe it with our eyes sorta thing. Finally, we came to the conclusion we had seen enough and left the apartment how we found it. The couple never did rent the place, and I of course moved.

[@ThaiChinaMalay]

I am so disappointed the talk ended without the follow ups. This was a very meaningful discussion Dr. Peterson gave. Wish it could have gone on for another hour. That was special.

[@ThaiChinaMalay]

@@WoodenWizard You posted " I am disappointed that the talk even began!" Response: why? Do you prefer cartoons?

[@limnovae7692]

​@@WoodenWizard that's very ironic, given its subject of learning to listen to people you might not agree with

[@ThaiChinaMalay]

@@WoodenWizard Interesting post! If you prefer to avoid people who aren't fear mongering bigots may I suggest you avoid looking in the mirror, it might disturb you much.

[@limnovae7692]

@@WoodenWizard what part of "this drivel" do you actually disagree with then?

[@limnovae7692]

@@WoodenWizard so I'm getting the impression that you either didn't actually listen to the talk or you're a troll

[@ZippyzzzReal]

this man will go down in history as someone that saved an entire generation from the crippling tyranny rising from the left, and one that simultaneously removed the negative right tendencies of audiences he speaks to. he has changed millions of lives, and those lives will go on to change even more thanks to his wisdom.

[@guner7777]

If you think the tyranny only comes from the left, then you're not listening properly either as he has continuously suggested in this video.

[@ZippyzzzReal]

@@guner7777 I didnt say that or suggest that, what I did say is that the left's tyranny is rising, specifically in the west. the left is currently more of a threat than the right

[@dyansolin-ay4504]

Thank you Doctor Peterson, everything that you’ve taught radically changed me I never thought that one day I’d be needing everything of this Thank God for your life. I am from the Philippines, the furthest part and highly mountainous area yet your teachings have reached here. Thank you Sir. As a woman, I have been very empowered. God bless you Sir Peterson.

[@j.t.4072]

In this analysis of how free speech is so necessary for people, Dr. Peterson also reveals the absolute necessity of learning to really listen to others even when we don't agree with them. Perhaps especially when we disagree with them, in fact. Thank you for sharing this, Dr. Peterson. God bless you and your family, sir.

[@LlibertarianGalt]

Very true indeed.

[@lmnop01]

Yes! So many times when I'm listening to someone I disagree with I'll dismiss them altogether by convincing myself they're operating out of bad faith without inquiring into why they think the way they do (because speaking of learning I found myself doing this in class recently). But it's pretty hard to tell whether people are being genuine when they say things that sound akin to some ideology they might have integrated.

[@j.t.4072]

@@lmnop01 yes, it’s an instinctive reaction to try and shut out things we don’t like or agree with, but it’s a real sign of immaturity in people as well. I struggle with it too, but I find that homing in on the idea of seeking common ground gives me motivation to keep trying to listen and learn. There’s an awful lot which I learn about people when I try really hard to listen and figure out what exactly they’re trying to communicate. It can be difficult because so many people nowadays utterly abuse the English language that their actual ability to articulate ideas and concepts instead of just emotions is really very limited. Much more limited than the person usually understands. I’m almost certainly guilty of it too.

[@lmnop01]

@@j.t.4072 True

[@roystevenson7097]

I don't agree with what you say But I'll defend to the death your right to say it.

[@MrLiftr]

God damn he's a sniper, he's back in a big way, that hit hard, THIS is THE message our society needs RIGHT NOW...

[@blackquiver]

If it get u Fkin learning before its to Fkin late maybe

[@shaunrobjohn7712]

We need more like him everywhere

[@JLBayTV]

Es increíble que tenemos una boca y dos oídos para escuchar dos veces y hablar una. Para mí, lo que destaco más de lo que está haciendo Jordan Peterson es enseñarnos a escuchar.

[@frederikdemoor2018]

Thank you Dr Peterson, I passed my first year as a programmer at 42. Alle goeie dingen voor jou en je familie!

[@kindhumblejesse]

Jordan, your impact on the broken people of this world is one of the greatest paradigm shifts in history, you are a prodigy of your environment. Many times I think of the factors and circumstances that forced you to become who you are. Many times I wonder what am I not seeing, what do I not know about you, the hidden trials and tribulations you have encountered, the untold stories you never share, the unwavering pain you internalize that most will never understand. Your work (a massive social experiment) is one of the most important work's in human history I believe. I will have to buy you a beer one day and bullshit with you, because many times the greatest insights come from the most unlikely of places.

[@mymountrushmore6235]

Well said. He’s the voice a broken world needs at the moment.

[@suedenim6590]

Indeed. True growth only comes from overcoming difficulty. The greatest people I know have had the hardest lives

[@blackquiver]

Loy's from crack out their. Cause u obviously r smoking the shit

[@wilbeynon2837]

The emotion in JP's soul being brought into words. This is more than a lecture on free speech. It's a warning for all our futures which is so relevant for today. I'm so glad that I met him on that notorious Cathy Newman interview...

[@jeanchartrand2519]

Yeah 😁there is very good chance He Blew Newman's career 😒or I should refrase, She ruined her own career by Attacking Sir Petterson 👏

[@trueandjust]

This is his best lecture of all time, and I don’t say that lightly.

[@larrysmith2123]

who cares

[@SweetMotherOfMe]

You can see how emotional he gets towards the end, when he passionately describes the point he is trying to make. He really finds open discussion and freedom of speech a fundamental human value and right, and no bloody wonder. J.B.P. thank you for advocating for what in my opinion seems to be one of the few tools we can use to achieve something that can come as close to human peace as possible. Freedom of human speech and expression.

[@rocketman3073]

The thought that we might well have lost this wise and gentle man truly frightens me. It reminds me of how fragile we all are... especially the giants among us.

[@miller1899]

being able to listen to people who use language so beautifully is one of the most compelling reasons to value free speech for me. regardless of the content.

[@dario...]

This speech changed the way I talk to people forever.

[@trailingrails9953]

Thank you Dr. Peterson for making these lectures available here on KZbin. I'm not sure I can recall a time I came away void of any gained knowledge.

[@EmilyAllan]

Its a pleasure to listen to one of the bravest and truest men in the world, that lives what he preaches and leads by his example, and it elevates our intellect and understanding when we listen with open minds and hearts. Thank you Dr. Peterson.

[@PaddyBoyDane]

The MERE FACT!!! that JP ended his talk with; “And that’s that! So..” speaks volumes of how great this is. Blessings from Denmark. Looking forward to seeing you in June!

[@jonnyblamey]

The “that’s that” made me cry and I cried again when I read your comment. (I missed the , so)

[@natasharostova5186]

cant wait to welcome Professor Peterson in Seattle in less than a month. So fortunate and grateful for the opportunity and privilege to see him speak live. Thank you, Doctor Peterson.

[@leekitten]

Jordan, your speech from 24:18 onwards is nothing short of brilliant. I have listened to it many, many times over. Thank you Jordan 🙏💛

[@faisalnoor7081]

it's poetry!

[@dtps_champion6016]

yeah he is breathing FIRE

[@pauliewalsh6875]

It's through studying Petersons work on the importance of speech, I discovered the true value in listening. This has in many ways liberated me.

[@qgde3rty8uiojh90]

Oh my word! This man has just said and explained more in the roughly minute and a half before the lecture actually begins, than most politicians will in their entire 'careers'. I'l need at least a few days to process just this starter.

[@VFRodriguez]

Jordan Peterson, for me, Is one of the greatest AND clearest minds un actual Time.

[@Kimballgoss]

Love JPBs lectures. I know his interactions with journalists tend to get more clicks, but videos like this are so practical and personal. Please keep the lectures coming!

[@Theodelous1502]

Jordan Peterson has wholly changes my life largely in the aspects of being able to listen and digest information in depth but also assimilate it and become the useful parts, all the while questioning it as much as possible. He taught me to question everything around me and I am forever thankful for that

[@bennieknape4857]

My grandfather he goes 16 when he went into the navy he shipped out to Hawaii before Pearl Harborwas bombed and he told me this he said (we don't have the right to question authority we have a duty to question authority). Any clothes in authority would explain themselves in what they were doing or what they planned to do with the clarity that Jordan Peterson does we wouldn't have a problem we wouldn't have a problem we wouldn't have a problem we wouldn't have a problem we wouldn't have a problem we wouldn't have to question it but when they speak to us it's clear they're lying they have an agenda they're not telling us the truth.

[@chris432t6]

The living legend at Cambridge! How cool! I turned this one way up. JP is alive, kicking and on fire! Hallelujah!!

[@robertlawson9732]

Yes Brother!

[@Birdsplant]

Reading and applying the knowledge from the book ON BECOMING A PERSON by Dr. Carl Rogers helped me understood the divine principles and laws of noble listening and noble communication and it’s power to heal and elevate. Thanks Dr. Jordan. Peace (Salam🤲🏻🙏🏼♥️)

[@trishkearney]

What is man and what is life for? is the most essential question there is.. for the divine principle - the City of God - St Augustine of Hippo AND it is still in print today after all this time.

[@LeeAdrian777]

I'm a simple man, when I see a Peterson video I click thumbs up.

[@VeritasIncrebresco]

Lift weights, eat clean, save money, learn survival skills, make babies and home school. Only way we get out of these dark times boys. I wish you all good health and mental fortitude

[@swampypolitics9574]

Homestead

[@bishopheahmund2664]

I agree with you except with the part of make babies. Do you know how expensive and hard is to have just one?

[@uncertaintytoworldpeace3650]

Think harder

[@uncertaintytoworldpeace3650]

Saving money will bring you absolutely nothing when the end of soil is ~45-60 years away

[@VeritasIncrebresco]

@@bishopheahmund2664 depends where you live. And if you live somewhere that doesn't allow you to afford a family, it might be a good idea to consider moving if that is a life goal.

[@franksuhai879]

Hi Jordan, I wanted you to know that you are not alone or are you the only person carrying this light. You have inspired me and I assume many like me to be better people. I thank you from the whole of my heart and depths of my mind.

[@DR-vy5jp]

The best case for freedom of speech that has ever been made.

[@cheetoeater2201]

Incredible display of poetic rationalization happening in real time. This man has a gift.

[@253MC]

You're making the world a better place, one word at a time. Thank you Dr. Peterson.

[@alphaone2834]

The world loves this man

[@krigstado]

God I hope to give this man a real hug. Thank you Jordan B Peterson, u are great man!!!!

[@playplus7985]

I would have paid attention in school if I had a teacher like him. It reminds me of the Rapper Eminem, because every word is meaningful and you wanna listen and rewind when needed. It's Beautiful the way these guys can speak so smooth.

[@bukymei]

My life is so much better thanks to this gentleman. I certainly can be happier, but I am happier now than I've ever been. Thank you.

[@miaramck6746]

Beautiful. To the editor, the whole speech was building up to the last moment. Using that moment as the preview took away from the intensity and revalation of that moment. Not trying to talk sh*t, just giving a note.

[@kirkyorg7654]

one of the best orators of our generation so wise love your work sir! our way of life is under attack and you are one of a few speaking out against it keep up the great work !!

[@JustInsane1]

I am so happy I found Dr. Peterson, without being exposed to such thoughts I would be so very much worse off. I hope he knows how much we all appreciate him!

[@adamsowers8957]

I love his passion. Everything about him. He has been responsible for so much good change in the world. The amount of positive intellectual conversion he has caused is amazing and awesome.

[@YuyiLeal]

What a light you are, JBP! Awakening our wisdom and our hearts! Thank you!!!

[@jaylands9556]

He literally says nothing of value

[@YuyiLeal]

@@jaylands9556 That is your personal perception ...yet it differs for millions of other people. It's all good. Peace out! ^.^

[@jaylands9556]

@@YuyiLeal Its usually marxists that have this weird hero worship

[@YuyiLeal]

@@jaylands9556 Interesting your point of view, yet it would rather seem that Marxists and non Marxists can have heroes or people they admire - that seems closer to the facts.

[@jovoorheescollinsmphbsnbch6245]

One of the most brilliant men to have ever lived I believe 💯

[@AdamWarIock]

The comment section of this video is as beautiful as Dr. Jordan Peterson speaks and teaches.

[@tracymclaughlinholmes677]

It is almost impossible for me to listen to an impassioned Jordan Peterson lecture speech or dissertation of any form without being reduced to tears at the end.

[@anthonylnca8737]

Omg, its so clear now. When he draws the connection between his clinical knowledge and free speech. I've never thought of it that way. Amazing.

[@user-ft9pc6wj7t]

It's an obvious association.

[@LeethLee1]

@@user-ft9pc6wj7t But not as elegant as how he expressed it.

[@user-ft9pc6wj7t]

@@LeethLee1 Everyone knows free speech is curative at every level of analysis. JP conveniently formalises this by citing foundational theorists as evidence

[@LeethLee1]

@@user-ft9pc6wj7t Absolutely!

[@bobbyboykin7137]

So brilliant. And his personal convictions are in lock-step with his impeccable logic. Bravo sir.

[@franciehartsog1347]

We love Dr. Peterson because he is humble. He is not arrogant. He is honest. He is compassionate and kind. He is sacrificing his own health to save others. He will go down in history for sure. I practiced psychotherapy for 30 years and I will tell you that after seeing thousands of clients over the years I became ill and was diagnosed with MS. I found myself in a dark place during Covid and knew I had to give up my license to practice because it was killing me. Make no mistake, Jordan’s health issues are related to the work he is doing. He knows it will be the end of him but it is worth it to him. His whole life has been about aiming for the higher good. He is finally doing that and helping millions. I think he knows this is his cross to bear and I get it on a very small level. If you are a person of faith, please pray for him fiercely. We must hold him up. That means we will be helping him to help others. Does that make sense? Who’s with me? ❤️🙏😇