An interview with Fred Neuhouser on Rousseau's amour-propre.
Some links to further guide your study:
* Join my email list to be notified of future episodes: greatbooks.io
* Full transcript: www.johnathanbi.com/p/transcr...
Companion lectures & interviews:
* Rousseau's first discourse lecture: • Science Is Poisoning Y...
Professor Neuhouser's Book on Amour-Propre (affiliate):
* Rousseau as Author: amzn.to/3LdOoqd
* My book notes: www.johnathanbi.com/p/roussea...
TIMESTAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:23 Why We Desire External Validation
00:16:24 How the Desire for Validation Leads us Astray
00:37:38 The Dangers of Chasing Wealth
00:48:02 Why the Desire for Validation is a GOOD Thing
00:57:13 Stoicism: Can We Renounce the Desire for Validation?
01:10:20 Is Madness Necessary for Greatness?
01:16:38 How to Manage the Desire for Validation in Our Children
26 июл 2024