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Jordan Peterson

08/19/22

@ Lex Fridman

Fame can trap individuals into becoming a caricature of themselves, losing the essence of who they are.

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Jordan Peterson: Life, Death, Power, Fame, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #313

@ Lex Fridman

Jordan Peterson: Life, Death, Power, Fame, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #313

08/19/22

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Fame can trap you into taking yourself seriously, limiting your actions and preventing you from trying new things without fear of ridicule.

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Naval Ravikant

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Fame should be pursued as a byproduct of doing something worthwhile, rather than for its own sake. Craving fame for fame's sake can lead to traps and hollow recognition.

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Naval Ravikant

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If fame is empty and based solely on visibility, it will be fragile, leading to fear of losing it and forcing you to perform constantly.

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Alex Hormozi

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Fame doesn't change you; it just changes everybody around you.

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Naval Ravikant

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Being a celebrity can be problematic because it creates a strong self-image that can easily be torn down by criticism.

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a16z Cast

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Jordan Peterson

08/19/22

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The responsibility of influence increases with fame, necessitating a balance between personal expression and public perception.

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Ben Silbermann

11/09/16

@ Y Combinator

I believe technology often pressures people to project an image of who they think others want them to be, rather than allowing them to explore their true selves.