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Secrets of the ancient memelords

Experimental History • 26115 implied HN points • 25 Nov 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. The biggest religions combine brainy thinkers with everyday believers. This mix helps keep faith relevant and strong for everyone, whether they're deeply knowledgeable or just practicing traditions.
  2. There’s a divide in today's world between those who think deeply about issues and those who don’t. We need to find ways to bridge this gap so that we can work together and understand each other better.
  3. Successful ideologies adapt and communicate well. They should be easy for everyone to grasp, whether they're scholars or casual followers, to keep people engaged and united.

Cult-like Beliefs

In My Tribe • 774 implied HN points • 12 Nov 25
🎭️ Culture Belief systems
  1. People often decide what to believe based on who they trust, which can lead to intense beliefs similar to cult-like thinking. It's not just about the beliefs themselves, but about the social connections that reinforce them.
  2. In a cult, people believe there is only one correct way to see the world and often cut ties with those who hold different opinions. This creates an 'us vs. them' mentality where outside viewpoints are seen as threatening.
  3. The online environment can encourage cult-like behavior, as individuals may isolate themselves within specific groups, making it easier to adopt extreme beliefs without diverse perspectives. This trend seems to be increasing in today's society.

Status Anxiety and Social Class

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 1856 implied HN points • 10 Nov 24
🎭️ Culture Belief systems
  1. Luxury beliefs are ideas that make rich people feel good but hurt poorer people. For example, some wealthy folks support defunding the police, but the poor are the ones who suffer when crime rates rise.
  2. Elite schools now look for essays about overcoming hardship instead of using standardized tests, which can unfairly favor rich applicants who know how to present their stories well.
  3. There’s a tension in how colleges want to see both ambition and victimhood. Some students might exaggerate their struggles to fit in, which can dilute the experiences of those who truly face hardship.

Matter Matters

The Abbey of Misrule • 603 implied HN points • 02 Feb 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. People's view of the world has changed from ancient times, when nature and community played central roles, to modernity, which often focuses on individualism and progress.
  2. Christianity sees matter not as evil or purely good but as a creation of a good God that can be damaged by human actions. Our relationship with it is important.
  3. Experiences with sacred places, like churches or icons, can evoke deep feelings and connections, reminding us that spirituality is deeply intertwined with the physical world.

Beliefs That Sterilize The World with Malcolm Collins

Moral Mayhem Podcast • 79 implied HN points • 10 Apr 24
📖 Philosophy Belief systems
  1. Beliefs can shape how we view and interact with the world. It's important to recognize these beliefs and consider their impact.
  2. Certain beliefs may discourage people from having children, leading to societal challenges. We should think about how our views affect population growth.
  3. Discussing controversial ideas can help us understand different perspectives. Open conversations are key to finding solutions to big issues.
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Zealots, extremists, ideologues, and fanatics (ZEIFs)

Brain Pizza • 860 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Belief systems
  1. ZEIFs, including zealots, extremists, ideologues, and fanatics, may exhibit cognitive rigidity, black-and-white thinking, and resistance to considering alternative perspectives.
  2. ZEIFs may have underlying personality traits like low agreeableness, high conscientiousness, and high neuroticism, but personality dimensions alone may not fully explain extreme behavior.
  3. Social factors like group identity, echo chambers, and societal polarization play key roles in reinforcing and amplifying the extreme beliefs and actions of ZEIFs.

Last call for Christian Identity

Deprogram • 137 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. Some individuals prioritize extracting Narcissistic Supply over responsibilities in business.
  2. Engaging in conversations about racist ideologies can lead to prolonged, uncomfortable situations.
  3. Racists may use disingenuous arguments to push their agenda, aiming to gradually lead others into accepting extreme views.

Disillusionment and Learning

The Memory Palace • 19 implied HN points • 28 May 24
📖 Philosophy Belief systems
  1. People often join groups or movements for positive reasons, but they may leave due to internal issues that arise later on.
  2. When someone changes their beliefs, returning to previous beliefs is complicated and often not the same as before.
  3. Revisiting old beliefs or habits can be an active process rather than a passive one; it's about reaching back, not just slipping back into old patterns.

Bootstrapping a Relationship With a God You Don't Believe in

apxhard • 51 implied HN points • 23 Jul 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. Believing in something starts with small experiments. Just like testing a business idea, you can try acting as if God is real and see what happens.
  2. You gather evidence as you try new things, like praying or being kind, which can build your belief over time. When positive outcomes happen, it makes it easier to trust and believe more.
  3. It's about making a choice to act with trust and goodness, even when it's hard. Over time, this can lead to a better outlook on life and help reduce stress and fear.

The Fallacy of the Enneagram Personality

Skeptic • 47 implied HN points • 21 Feb 25
📖 Philosophy Belief systems
  1. The Enneagram of Personality is popular, but many scientists say it's not a real science. It's often based on mysticism and lacks solid proof.
  2. People find personal growth through the Enneagram, but it’s not a reliable personality test. Many just think it works because it feels right.
  3. The theories behind the Enneagram's nine types are often misunderstood. They are not based on childhood experiences, but might be related to inborn traits.

Primal Extropic World Beliefs

Extropic Thoughts • 39 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. Beliefs shape our worldview and personality, influencing how we perceive life and the future.
  2. Historical figures like Galen and modern psychologists like Eysenck have contributed to our understanding of personality traits.
  3. Primal World Beliefs can be categorized into three main beliefs: Safe vs. Dangerous, Enticing vs. Dull, and Alive vs. Mechanistic.

Liminal Thinking

QUALITY BOSS • 2 HN points • 16 Jul 24
📖 Philosophy Belief systems
  1. Changing your beliefs can change your life. By shifting how you think, you can create a new reality for yourself.
  2. Liminal thinking encourages you to look at the patterns in your life. Identify negative cycles and imagine ways to turn them into positive experiences.
  3. Understanding that beliefs shape our identity is key. If we challenge and reshape our beliefs, we can change how we see ourselves and improve our lives.

BOMBSHELL ... just kidding. My thoughts on the alien disclosure talk

Tessa Fights Robots • 26 implied HN points • 23 Jan 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. Life exists beyond Earth and in different dimensions. We only understand a small part of what is around us.
  2. People with power often try to control and exploit all forms of life, whether human, animal, or alien.
  3. Personal freedom is important, and no one should feel forced to accept something harmful, like a vaccine against a so-called alien flu.

Transgenderism: The Voice of Modern Decadence

Based Meditations • 19 implied HN points • 29 Aug 23
📖 Philosophy Belief systems
  1. Some groups distort scientific research to push ideological agendas, affecting societal views and decisions.
  2. Encouraging children to make life-altering decisions without proper guidance and support can have negative consequences.
  3. True progress involves personal excellence, spiritual wellness, and standing up for beliefs, rather than blindly following societal trends.

Stories and Structures

Smarter Thinking • 19 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
📖 Philosophy Belief systems
  1. Stories play a crucial role in shaping how individuals and societies perceive and behave in the world.
  2. Structures, both literal and figurative, act as restrictions that influence our actions and behaviors.
  3. Stories and structures are interconnected, with stories creating the foundation for structures to exist and vice versa, guiding our perceptions and behaviors.

Belief Systems in the Digital Age

The Digital Anthropologist • 19 implied HN points • 02 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Belief systems
  1. Belief systems are evolving in the digital age due to the internet and social media, allowing both new belief systems to emerge and traditional systems to expand their reach.
  2. Religious systems may decline in the digital age, leading to more splintering of mainstream religions and a rise in cults, impacting societal growth and development.
  3. The internet enables individuals to explore and adopt different belief systems, potentially leading to the rise of new beliefs and the resurgence of non-religious spiritual movements.

From Self-Reform to Worldview-Reform

Creative Destruction • 28 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Belief systems
  1. Individualism-centric mindset hinders systemic change by focusing on self-reform over systemic reform.
  2. Shift towards systems reform encourages a deeper analysis and reflection for radical change.
  3. Worldview-reform suggests reframing fundamental beliefs and narratives for building a better alternative and conveying a new, exciting story.

Novitate

Vic's Verdict • 4 implied HN points • 01 Oct 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. Conformity in the contemporary paradigm is rooted in fear, but we can renew our minds by understanding and using Girard's mimetic theory to shift beliefs from fear to faith.
  2. Our beliefs are shaped by causal mechanisms such as mimetic desire and programming, as well as acausal mechanisms that introduce new ideas seemingly out of nowhere.
  3. To combat fear and find faith, we must actively question our beliefs, select positive mimetic models, filter mental models, and work on deprogramming negative conditioning through reflection and manipulation of our unconscious beliefs.

Modern Man's Religion

Based Meditations • 0 implied HN points • 09 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. Religious belief is declining, leading to a profound shift in modern ideology.
  2. Modern suffering is more psychological than physical, challenging the traditional ways of finding meaning.
  3. Building on past wisdom while adapting to new realities is crucial for future generations' well-being and understanding.

Fragments, Ch.2, pp.47-52 - Reading Club posting 9

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Belief systems
  1. The 'fourth way' teaches unique methods for human development against everyday life's norms and laws.
  2. The fourth way requires understanding, conscious effort, and simultaneous work on physical, mental, and emotional aspects for effective results.
  3. Progress and civilization are questioned as modern life lacks paths like the 'fourth way' to unlock hidden potential.