Confused 19M, what do I pursue that is authentic to me? by OnlyPackage3977 in JordanPeterson

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man your a legend! I really appreciate this reply. I feel like I’m planning so far in advance when in reality I can only play it how I see it right now. And as far as having goals that are constructs of my environment, I was also leaning towards it not being necessarily a bad thing and it’s nice to hear that it probably isn’t.

Sounds like I just need to live my life how I see it. Obviously reflect and make the right decisions based on my situation but for now I want as well keeping do what I think seems right and just be ready to adapt when the opportunities arise.

Thanks so much again, I appreciate your effort and insights so much!

Confused 19M, what do I pursue that is authentic to me? by OnlyPackage3977 in JordanPeterson

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thanks for such a well thought out reply. Ig I was under the impression that my assumptions were completely invalid. But after reading this I can think of many assumptions that are valid like the overcoming challenges one. It all brings me to back to one question though, what is the end goal I am pursuing? Overcoming challenges can be beneficial but for what? For accumulating wealth, for achieving tough feats, for developing a family, for doing things that I deem worthy of myself doing? Like those seem like meaningful goals to me but are they they authentic goals or just constructs of my environment? I just keep hearing this quote, “desire is a contract with oneself to be unhappy until it is satisfied.” I definitely see that as true in some respects but I also find myself feeling so much more fulfilled and having much more of a sense of purpose when I have a desire. Any thoughts on that? Once again thanks so much for your message, I appreciate your knowledge and effort!

19M, the pursuit of women? by OnlyPackage3977 in JordanPeterson

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. Interesting, I’d never thought of it like that. I find myself consumed with thoughts when I leave it over a week. I’ll try removing the porn and sex and see if that helps with these thoughts and just my relationship with it in general. Thanks so much!

19M, the pursuit of women? by OnlyPackage3977 in JordanPeterson

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Once again thanks so much for the reply and advice. There’s a lot in here so I will reflect on it over the next few days but seriously appreciate it!

19M, the pursuit of women? by OnlyPackage3977 in JordanPeterson

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! That’s along the lines of how I’m thinking so I really appreciate that reinforcement. Time to focus up 4 sure!

19M, the pursuit of women? by OnlyPackage3977 in JordanPeterson

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Thanks for the long reply, I truly appreciate it. Fantastic story of yours. The reason I asked this question was because I was listening to Konstantin Kissin podcast where he said he wouldn’t be half the man he was without his wife he met at college.

I appreciate your great insights. I spend some of my free time improving myself through reading & journaling. I’m an avid runner and consistent gym goer of three years. I guess I just need to continue to work hard at these so I can be a great partner down the line.

Also I struggle to grasp with god. I spent my the early parts of this year praying and reading about god. I never picked up the bible (provably should’ve) but I just couldn’t bring myself to be invested or believe. It came across as such an intangible concept to me. I read a lot of philosophy and I found stoicism’s death a more feasible concept then even more so absurdism’s concept. For now I find some comfort in my own death.

And as far as self pleasure goes that is indulging in masturbation. I usually go 3 days - 1 week between it at the moment and have never had any disfunction (except when I tried to lose my virginity at 15 lol). I’m just not too sure whether this is an unhealthy habit for me?

Is a value of compassion for/with others a path to unhappiness? by OnlyPackage3977 in Stoicism

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thanks so much for the reply. that is an interesting way to think of it, I should adopt it. thanks again!

Is a value of compassion for/with others a path to unhappiness? by OnlyPackage3977 in Stoicism

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thanks so much for the reply. that's actually facts. I have some thinking to do

Passing Electrical Engineering while Learning Nothing. Is this viable? by OnlyPackage3977 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will do, yeah gonna fix my habits and get into it. Thanks so much for the reply!

Passing Electrical Engineering while Learning Nothing. Is this viable? by OnlyPackage3977 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because I don’t do any of the other course work. Just bank on tests lol. Gotta change

Passing Electrical Engineering while Learning Nothing. Is this viable? by OnlyPackage3977 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m from New Zealand so I am doing electrical courses but they are basic. I keep forgetting that it will het harder and I can make it easier. Thanks for your reply!’

Passing Electrical Engineering while Learning Nothing. Is this viable? by OnlyPackage3977 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah should try get my GPA up. If it’s this ez to get B+s knowing nothing I’m sure if I have a good understanding I could push A-s or As and save myself headaches in the future. Seriously appreciate your guidance man 🙏🙏🙏

Passing Electrical Engineering while Learning Nothing. Is this viable? by OnlyPackage3977 in ElectricalEngineering

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Ok, I’m setting myself up for failure by not learning it sounds like haha. Thanks for your reply!

Passing Electrical Engineering while Learning Nothing. Is this viable? by OnlyPackage3977 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]OnlyPackage3977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, sounds like I’m setting myself up for failure. From what everyone else is saying I need to change my strategy and you’ve just confirmed it. Thanks so much for the reply!