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SSO - Episode 20 - The Architect of Reality
The Architect of Reality
Who will you be tomorrow?
In one of the most raw and philosophically dense episodes of Shelbrook Speaks Out to date, host Ben Shelbrook strips away the "fluff" to examine the blueprints we use to build our lives. This isn’t about self-help clichés; it’s a deep dive into the gritty reality of character, integrity, and the responsibility of being the "blacksmith" of your own soul.
From the psychological "masks" we wear to the epigenetic "chefs" that cook our genetic recipes, Ben challenges you to stop being a "puppet" to your circumstances and start being the Architect of Reality.
The Persona & The Shadow: Exploring Carl Jung’s concepts of the social mask and the hidden self. Ben discusses the danger of "believing your own lie" and the necessity of being a "moral asshole"—choosing the hard truth over the easy "nice" path.
The Forge of Community: A look at how environment shapes us. Ben breaks down the science of epigenetics and the tragic lessons from feral children to prove that we aren't born human—we become human through our "forges."
The Dichotomy of Control: Drawing from Stoic wisdom, Ben shares his personal story of losing his job and realizing that his true "riches" weren't in his paycheck, but in the life he had designed for himself.
Veritas in a World of Noise: A toolkit for truth-seekers. How to navigate echo chambers, fight confirmation bias, and distinguish between personal experience and objective reality.
The 70/30 Rule: A pragmatic blueprint for judging character. How to allow for human imperfection while maintaining a high standard for the people you allow into your inner circle.
The Three Deaths: Understanding legacy. Why success dies with you, but significance—planting trees whose shade you will never sit in—is the only thing that truly lasts.
The Veritas Assembly: Join Ben’s mission to build a community founded on truth, freedom, and the betterment of mankind.
Follow & Subscribe: Available on all major podcast platforms.
Support: Visit benshelbrook.com for merchandise, or use the Amazon affiliate link in the description to support the show with your everyday shopping.
Music: Gritty, authentic vibes provided by Intertwyned.
Do the right thing. Do something good for someone else. Pay it forward.
Music by Intertwyned: Intertwyned Music on Spotify
Want to support the show?: Buy Me A Coffee Donations
Also, visit BenShelbrook.com to show your supportor pick up some branded merch in the store.
Click here to listen to Shelbrook's Paradise!! It's free, go ahead and click it!
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By Ben ShelbrookThe Architect of Reality
Who will you be tomorrow?
In one of the most raw and philosophically dense episodes of Shelbrook Speaks Out to date, host Ben Shelbrook strips away the "fluff" to examine the blueprints we use to build our lives. This isn’t about self-help clichés; it’s a deep dive into the gritty reality of character, integrity, and the responsibility of being the "blacksmith" of your own soul.
From the psychological "masks" we wear to the epigenetic "chefs" that cook our genetic recipes, Ben challenges you to stop being a "puppet" to your circumstances and start being the Architect of Reality.
The Persona & The Shadow: Exploring Carl Jung’s concepts of the social mask and the hidden self. Ben discusses the danger of "believing your own lie" and the necessity of being a "moral asshole"—choosing the hard truth over the easy "nice" path.
The Forge of Community: A look at how environment shapes us. Ben breaks down the science of epigenetics and the tragic lessons from feral children to prove that we aren't born human—we become human through our "forges."
The Dichotomy of Control: Drawing from Stoic wisdom, Ben shares his personal story of losing his job and realizing that his true "riches" weren't in his paycheck, but in the life he had designed for himself.
Veritas in a World of Noise: A toolkit for truth-seekers. How to navigate echo chambers, fight confirmation bias, and distinguish between personal experience and objective reality.
The 70/30 Rule: A pragmatic blueprint for judging character. How to allow for human imperfection while maintaining a high standard for the people you allow into your inner circle.
The Three Deaths: Understanding legacy. Why success dies with you, but significance—planting trees whose shade you will never sit in—is the only thing that truly lasts.
The Veritas Assembly: Join Ben’s mission to build a community founded on truth, freedom, and the betterment of mankind.
Follow & Subscribe: Available on all major podcast platforms.
Support: Visit benshelbrook.com for merchandise, or use the Amazon affiliate link in the description to support the show with your everyday shopping.
Music: Gritty, authentic vibes provided by Intertwyned.
Do the right thing. Do something good for someone else. Pay it forward.
Music by Intertwyned: Intertwyned Music on Spotify
Want to support the show?: Buy Me A Coffee Donations
Also, visit BenShelbrook.com to show your supportor pick up some branded merch in the store.
Click here to listen to Shelbrook's Paradise!! It's free, go ahead and click it!