Nietzsche and Jung: Myth and the Heroic Age

How to Turn Your Mind from an Enemy to a Friend

Become a Supporting Member (Join us with Paypal or Credit Card) Learn More here ► http://academyofideas.com/members/ **Gain access to our growing library of Membership videos and courses!** === Get the transcript (and a gallery of the art work) ► https://academyofideas.com/2019/10/how-to-turn-your-mind-from-an-enemy-to-an-ally/ === Podcast: Subscribe to us on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/academy-of-ideas/id1364706343 Subscribe to us on Spotify! === Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/academyofideas/ === Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/academyofideas Bitcoin ► 1P6ntukFENP1nvEf4bJNj3tsDEuiSyUFW6 Paypal ► https://www.paypal.me/academyofideas === Sign up for our newsletter ► www.academyofideas.com/newsletter/ === In this video we provide a guide for mastering our psyche - the world within. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

The Psychology and Principles of Accomplishment

Support us on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/academyofideas Subscribe to our newsletter: http://academyofideas.com/newsletter/ Get the transcript: http://academyofideas.com/2016/11/psychology-principles-mastery/ In this video we examine the the psychology of mastery, and look at deliberate practice and the role in plays in the attainment of expert performance. Recommended Readings: There are a lot of books on mastery. To steer clear of the "fluff", I recommend these books: Peak - Anders Ericsson - http://amzn.to/2f1uA9o (affiliate link) Deep Work - Cal Newport - http://amzn.to/2eeebg0 (affiliate link) Mastery - Robert Greene - http://amzn.to/2fiiMi4 (affiliate link) Talent is Overrated - Geoff Colvin - http://amzn.to/2fijTyc (affiliate link) --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Collectivism and the Individual

In this lecture we examine collectivism and individualism from the perspective of the 20th century economist and philosopher Ludwig von Mises =================================================== Support us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/academyofideas Recommended Readings: Human Action by Ludwig von Mises - http://amzn.to/1sAEWm3 (affiliate link) Planning for Freedom by Ludwig von Mises - http://amzn.to/1OZSzpe (affiliate link) Visit http://www.academyofideas.com for more videos, video transcripts and more! =================================================== --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

How Imitation Promotes Self-Transformation - The "Mythical Formula"

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Nietzsche and Ontology

Tearing Down the Iron Cage of Eternal Truths Who This Episode Is For: This episode is for the philosophical rebels and those who suspect that our deepest assumptions about "reality" are actually psychological prisons. If you are ready to question the foundations of Western thought and explore why the search for a "higher world" often leads to a diminished life, this is your deep dive. In This Episode: We explore Friedrich Nietzsche’s relentless assault on the history of Metaphysics. We investigate how, from Plato to the modern era, humans have sought an "immutable" and "perfect" reality beyond the world of the senses. Drawing on his core critiques, we examine how the belief in "things-in-themselves" or "transcendental truths" actually serves as a coping mechanism for our fear of change and death. We discuss Nietzsche's transition toward Perspectivism—the idea that there is no "God’s-eye view" of reality, only interpretations driven by the Will to Power. Why You Should Listen: * Deconstruct Reality: Learn to identify the "metaphysical ghosts" that still haunt our modern scientific and political ideologies. * Embrace the Flux: Discover the psychological strength required to live in a world of constant change without needing the "anchor" of eternal truths. * The Power of Interpretation: Understand why the way you frame your world is more important than the "facts" you’ve been taught. Join the Conversation: If you found value in this deep dive into the human psyche, make sure to follow the show and leave a review. Your support helps us bring these timeless ideas to more people seeking clarity in an age of chaos. In this lecture we investigate Nietzsche's critique of traditional metaphysics, and introduce his own interpretation of the universe. --- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]