#69 – The Blueprint of a Good LIFE: Values, Virtues, Ethics, and Behaviour with Ryan A Bush
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Join us in a transformative conversation with Ryan A. Bush. The author of ‘Become Who You Are,’ A new theory of self-esteem, human greatness and the opposite of depression.
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In this episode, we discuss the principles of Psychitecture and the process of designing and changing one’s mind. Ryan shares how his early curiosity about the mind and philosophy led to his journey of personal growth. Ryan explains the concept of the good life and the relationship between suffering, well-being, and admirable action. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues, ethics, and values, and the role they play in our happiness. Ryan also discusses the significance of community and support in personal development. The conversation covers self-esteem, evolutionary psychology, and the concept of self. It delves into the challenges faced during difficult times and the role of community and mentors in personal growth. We explore how evolutionary psychology relates to self-esteem and the sociometer theory. The conversation also touches on the concept of ego and its role in virtue signalling. It explores the idea of the self and the balance between self-acceptance and self-improvement. The conversation concludes with a discussion on values, beliefs, and the importance of self-compassion.
Takeaways
- The process of designing and changing one’s mind is essential for personal growth and well-being.
- Virtues, ethics, and values are crucial for living a good life and experiencing deep fulfillment.
- Suffering is not necessary for happiness, but it can sometimes lead to personal growth and meaning.
- Taking small steps and focusing on virtue domains can help individuals become the person they admire.
- Community and support are important for personal development and overcoming challenges.
- Difficult times can be overcome with the support of community and mentors.
- Understanding evolutionary psychology can provide insights into self-esteem and well-being.
- The sociometer theory suggests that self-esteem serves as a fitness indicator in social and sexual selection.
- The concept of self involves a balance between self-acceptance and self-improvement.
- Values and beliefs play a significant role in society and can influence individual and collective well-being.
- Self-compassion and self-acceptance are important for personal growth and happiness.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:14 The Book: Become Who You Are
05:05 Curiosity and Self-Reflection
08:31 The Essence of the Good Life
13:32 Virtue, Ethics, and Values
15:21 Suffering and Well-being
18:29 Cultivating Virtues and Values
22:07 Acting Your Way into Right Thinking
25:24 Dealing with Negative Thoughts and Self-Appraisals
28:08 Finding Support and Community
33:29 Taking Small Steps and Focusing on Virtue Domains
41:02 The Importance of Community and Support
45:00 Overcoming Difficult Times
48:00 Evolutionary Psychology and Self-Esteem
53:20 The Sociometer Theory of Self-Esteem
56:30 The Concept of Self
59:50 The Role of Ego and Virtue Signaling
01:03:20 The No Self Doctrine
01:06:00 The Ego as Friend or Enemy
01:09:40 Values and Beliefs in Society
01:13:40 Self-Compassion and Self-Acceptance
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