I am honestly still upset about what happened to Charlie Kirk. This is how I responded to a personal friend who I thought was out of line to speak about it, as it was a good thing that happened:
He who never wants to hear, and fails to look for what we have in common, preaching love but hating opposite opinions. Holding Virtue signaling in high regard and always telling others what they are doing wrong. Having no original thoughts but creating their Divine opinions from the echo chambers they call their social media.
With their insecurities on display, they attach their identities to their Utopian ideology, never able to solve the problems of the now. But yes, calling other people names (racist, bigot, fascist) for that is solving real problems.
I enjoyed your article but have to take issue with your opening statement “What the f*ck is wrong with everyone?” It’s not everyone, the insanity is overwhelming coming from one side. That side has dehumanized anyone who doesn’t think like them to the point of using assassination to silence them. That side cheers gleefully at the cold blooded murder of husband and father. Ironically, that side calls people ’Hitler’ are themselves behaving just like Hitler did.
Reddit and TikTok are frightening places right now. Full on daemonic possession. The platforms do influence the quality of consciousness greatly, and it shows.
EVERYONE. And I mean EVERYONE needs to read this. The erosion of nuance and the ability to thus have dialogues with those whose views we disagree with is one of the biggest issues of our time.
What you describe as ideology, I’ve seen as clinging. The tighter the mind grips a view, the smaller its world becomes. I think Freedom is not about choosing the “right” ideology, its more in loosening the grip itself. Then life becomes fluid again, and truth can be seen without distortion. Love the article, thank you Dan🙏
Great article man. What really stood out to me was: 3) Your former enemies become teachers.
As I'm working to help transform the sales industry away from the "sleazy sales' stigma I am realizing how important it was that I lived in that world for awhile. Without having those experiences I wouldn't have the perspective I have. So as much as I "hate" that way of doing business...I'm grateful for it.
The number of times I read comments on Instagram posts and no matter how innocent the content is there's almost always a swathe of overly negative / political / religious comments. To the point that now I just think it's all bots attempting to rage-bait people.
I read an article recently about how 70% of the comments we see are all bots. And ironically, bots commenting on bots comments. An immensely wasteful use of energy (both mentally and environmentally). That gives me some solitude to think that everyone isn't fucked, it's just noise.
Which is why we all need to go for a walk and listen to the birds for a bit.
This newsletter offers a refreshingly honest and practical take on why people seem to lose their grip during stressful times, especially online. The idea that stress causes regression to lower levels of thinking (leading to black-and-white views, tribalism, and emotional reactivity), feels spot-on and explains a lot of the chaos we see during elections, tax season, or major news events.
What stands out is the focus on how we think, not what we think, and the HUMAN 3.0 framework adds a useful structure for developing across mind, body, spirit, and vocation instead of overloading one area and neglecting the rest.
The references to developmental psychology give the model depth, but the real value is in how it helps people recognize when they’re stuck and gives them tools to move forward. In a world where social media constantly triggers emotional reactions, this kind of insight is essential for staying grounded and making better decisions. Looking forward to more content like this!
Would be curious to know your thoughts on David R Hawkins' "levels of consciousness" if that's something you're familiar with. I've toggled back and forth between my own feelings on it, but I always seem to settle back in on seeing it as a somewhat useful framework for thinking, since much of it isn't rooted in the Scientific Method. But much of what you've outlined here, as in previous pieces, is of a similar sentiment. As abstract as some may find it to be, I do see truth in the idea that one cannot progress to a higher level of thinking if one is constantly viewing the world (and themselves) through the lower levels (anger, fear, etc.)
Anyway, sorry to ramble. I think your pieces always make me remember his readings and I always mean to ask you your thoughts, but never do. So here I am, asking. 🙋🏻♀️
Man, I knew you would make a post on this topic, although I didn't think you would spin it in H3 way (though it's obvious after the fact). One of the worst things that happened to me is losing friendships over political quarrels. First of all, what's the end result? Everybody is worse off and is in their own comfy bubble. It's all net negative. Reading your posts actually made me even more aware of ideological fights. Thanks, Dan.
I am honestly still upset about what happened to Charlie Kirk. This is how I responded to a personal friend who I thought was out of line to speak about it, as it was a good thing that happened:
He who never wants to hear, and fails to look for what we have in common, preaching love but hating opposite opinions. Holding Virtue signaling in high regard and always telling others what they are doing wrong. Having no original thoughts but creating their Divine opinions from the echo chambers they call their social media.
With their insecurities on display, they attach their identities to their Utopian ideology, never able to solve the problems of the now. But yes, calling other people names (racist, bigot, fascist) for that is solving real problems.
I enjoyed your article but have to take issue with your opening statement “What the f*ck is wrong with everyone?” It’s not everyone, the insanity is overwhelming coming from one side. That side has dehumanized anyone who doesn’t think like them to the point of using assassination to silence them. That side cheers gleefully at the cold blooded murder of husband and father. Ironically, that side calls people ’Hitler’ are themselves behaving just like Hitler did.
1000%
Anyone who denies that isn’t paying attention
Reddit and TikTok are frightening places right now. Full on daemonic possession. The platforms do influence the quality of consciousness greatly, and it shows.
And what exactly?
EVERYONE. And I mean EVERYONE needs to read this. The erosion of nuance and the ability to thus have dialogues with those whose views we disagree with is one of the biggest issues of our time.
What you describe as ideology, I’ve seen as clinging. The tighter the mind grips a view, the smaller its world becomes. I think Freedom is not about choosing the “right” ideology, its more in loosening the grip itself. Then life becomes fluid again, and truth can be seen without distortion. Love the article, thank you Dan🙏
This is the reason you’re #1 in philosophy.
Amazing heading and amazing insights into the human condition. Thanks for giving us the real stuff man ❤️
AI Prompt 💯!
I loved that about holding paradoxes. Thanks for the insights!
Great article man. What really stood out to me was: 3) Your former enemies become teachers.
As I'm working to help transform the sales industry away from the "sleazy sales' stigma I am realizing how important it was that I lived in that world for awhile. Without having those experiences I wouldn't have the perspective I have. So as much as I "hate" that way of doing business...I'm grateful for it.
Dan Koe. You proved that you are a level 1 thinker by judging things that you have no understanding of and have not researched.
“Seek me and you shall find me.” Jesus Christ
The number of times I read comments on Instagram posts and no matter how innocent the content is there's almost always a swathe of overly negative / political / religious comments. To the point that now I just think it's all bots attempting to rage-bait people.
I read an article recently about how 70% of the comments we see are all bots. And ironically, bots commenting on bots comments. An immensely wasteful use of energy (both mentally and environmentally). That gives me some solitude to think that everyone isn't fucked, it's just noise.
Which is why we all need to go for a walk and listen to the birds for a bit.
(I'd also love that AI prompt. Thanks Dan)
Good stuff, Dan. I’d like to get the AI prompt you mentioned.
This newsletter offers a refreshingly honest and practical take on why people seem to lose their grip during stressful times, especially online. The idea that stress causes regression to lower levels of thinking (leading to black-and-white views, tribalism, and emotional reactivity), feels spot-on and explains a lot of the chaos we see during elections, tax season, or major news events.
What stands out is the focus on how we think, not what we think, and the HUMAN 3.0 framework adds a useful structure for developing across mind, body, spirit, and vocation instead of overloading one area and neglecting the rest.
The references to developmental psychology give the model depth, but the real value is in how it helps people recognize when they’re stuck and gives them tools to move forward. In a world where social media constantly triggers emotional reactions, this kind of insight is essential for staying grounded and making better decisions. Looking forward to more content like this!
This is brilliant, I have no other words than those! Thank you!
Absolutely love this take, per usual, Dan.
Would be curious to know your thoughts on David R Hawkins' "levels of consciousness" if that's something you're familiar with. I've toggled back and forth between my own feelings on it, but I always seem to settle back in on seeing it as a somewhat useful framework for thinking, since much of it isn't rooted in the Scientific Method. But much of what you've outlined here, as in previous pieces, is of a similar sentiment. As abstract as some may find it to be, I do see truth in the idea that one cannot progress to a higher level of thinking if one is constantly viewing the world (and themselves) through the lower levels (anger, fear, etc.)
Anyway, sorry to ramble. I think your pieces always make me remember his readings and I always mean to ask you your thoughts, but never do. So here I am, asking. 🙋🏻♀️
People don’t know who they are. People are acting out of ignorance that ignorance is not knowing who they are.
Really well written man
Man, I knew you would make a post on this topic, although I didn't think you would spin it in H3 way (though it's obvious after the fact). One of the worst things that happened to me is losing friendships over political quarrels. First of all, what's the end result? Everybody is worse off and is in their own comfy bubble. It's all net negative. Reading your posts actually made me even more aware of ideological fights. Thanks, Dan.