Let's explore chosen helplessness. Unlike learned helplessness, a well-documented concept in psychological research, which often results from trauma or external pressures, chosen helplessness is a fascinating behavior that emerges voluntarily. It's a conscious decision to relinquish one's agency and responsibilities, particularly in the presence of capable individuals. In this podcast, we delve into the intricacies of chosen helplessness, examining its manifestations in various facets of life, from workplace dynamics and family relationships to personal goals, health, and financial decisions. Through real-life examples, we uncover the impact of this behavior and discuss how recognizing and challenging it can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth and empowerment. Join us on this journey as we navigate the territory of chosen helplessness and the potential it holds for positive change.
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The captivating idea of living in a simulated reality is a topic often skirted by empirical minds. As someone who straddles the realms of empirical and philosophical inquiry, I present the following counterargument.
My son joins me and my daughter in a conversation about colic, sleep, fear of sleeping, who we are and whether human heaven is different from tiger heaven... life as a father can be quite random sometimes :)
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Did you know that if you invest in your career (and produce goods for society in the process) you are ACTUALLY investing in something MUCH MUCH greater without even knowing it?!
Did you, for instance, know, that THE wealth of your community comes from that activity? And the money/currency you earn only carries value with it because of the wealth developed by everyone in your nation? That's why a US dollar is worth more or less from one country to another. Your currency is only a reflection of wealth produced in your nation, not wealth in and of itself.
Here is a video where I go deeper into this subject to help explain how this fundamental part of life works. Wealth (and prosperity) is already being distributed through this process. That's why the poor in wealthy countries are far better off than the poor in poorer nations:
For more on money, its history and relationship to inflation I highly recommend you watch this ten part ...
I believe I've solved the mystery of the double-slit experiment and, oddly enough, relied on my experience with 3D printing to help me get there:
https://clearpillphilosophy.wordpress.com/2024/11/14/the-double-slit-experiment-memory-not-simulation
