20 Quotes by Jordan Peterson

Jordan Peterson, a Canadian clinical psychologist and professor of psychology, gained prominence for his views on free speech, political correctness, and his criticism of compelled speech laws. Born in 1962, Peterson's rise to fame was accelerated by his opposition to a Canadian bill that he argued could compel speech and infringe upon freedom of expression. His book "12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos" furthered his influence, offering practical advice grounded in psychology, mythology, and philosophy. Peterson's lectures and interviews have garnered millions of views online, making him a polarizing figure in contemporary discourse. While celebrated by some for his defense of individualism and rational dialogue, others have criticized his views on gender and his perceived conservatism. Regardless of one's stance, Peterson's impact on public discussions surrounding free speech, identity, and psychological well-being is significant, illustrating the potential for psychologists to enter the broader social and political discourse.

Jordan Peterson Quotes


Whether the gods are inside or outside makes very little difference to whether there are gods.

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The normal person classifies an object, and then forgets about it. The creative person, by contrast, is always open to new possibilities.

Creative exploration is impossible, without humble acknowledgement of the unknown.

When you have something to say, silence is a lie.

You can only find out what you actually believe (rather than what you think you believe) by watching how you act."

Set Your House In Perfect Order Before You Criticize The World"

If you think tough men are dangerous, wait until you see what weak men are capable of.

Tell The Truth - or, At Least, Don't Lie

To suffer terribly and to know yourself as the cause: that is Hell.

Pursue What Is Meaningful (Not What Is Expedient).

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Attend carefully to your posture. Quit drooping and hunching around. Speak your mind. Put your desires forward, as if you had a right to them.

Don’t underestimate the power of vision and direction. These are irresistible forces, able to transform what might appear to be unconquerable obstacles.

You must determine where you are going in your life, because you cannot get there unless you move in that direction. Random wandering will not move you forward.

Perhaps you are overvaluing what you don’t have and undervaluing what you do.

Ideologies are substitutes for true knowledge

Compare yourself to who you were yesterday, not to someone else today.

You deserve some respect. You are important to other people, as much as to yourself. You have some vital role to play in the unfolding destiny of the world.

Treat Yourself Like Someone You Are Responsible for Helping.

People create their worlds with the tools they have directly at hand. Faulty tools produce faulty results.

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