#69 - The Blueprint of a Good LIFE: Values, Virtues, Ethics, and Behaviour with Ryan A Bush

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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More about Ryan here - https://designingthemind.org/philosophy/

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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