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The video provides an in-depth review of Jordan Peterson's Self-Authoring Suite, an online writing program designed to enhance psychological well-being by encouraging individuals to reflect on their past, present, and future. The speaker, who shares personal experiences with mental health and therapy, underscores the suite's potential benefits, particularly during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. The suite is described as affordable and accessible, valued at around $30, and comprises various exercises that aid in uncovering new perspectives on personal history. These exercises can be completed at one's own pace and even in different languages, although they must be done online. The speaker highlights the utility of the suite in providing structure and certainty during uncertain times and recommends complementing it with professional therapy, not as a substitute. For those interested, the speaker suggests watching Jordan Peterson's TEDx talk and engaging with the suite’s official resources provided in the video description. The review concludes with an open invitation for viewers to engage through comments and subscriptions for further guidance.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the Self-Authoring Suite by Jordan Peterson, aiming to help viewers decide if the program is suitable for them. They clarify that the video is not sponsored or politically motivated. The speaker explains that the Self-Authoring Suite is a series of online writing programs designed to help users explore their past, present, and future. The purpose is to assist individuals in feeling happier, less anxious, and more physically healthy by carefully reflecting on their lives. The website selfauthoring.com provides detailed information and testimonials suggesting the program’s effectiveness. The speaker emphasizes that the program is not a scam and provides a well-rounded view of its potential benefits. They conclude by advising that those who have a negative perception of Jordan Peterson might not find the program beneficial.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their personal experience with mental health, highlighting the benefits of Jordan Peterson’s self-authoring suite for psychological improvement. They share their own history, including a significant breakup and subsequent therapy, and relate this to the challenges many face in 2020, such as job loss and depression due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The speaker emphasizes that while the self-authoring suite can be beneficial, it should complement professional therapy rather than replace it. They then provide a step-by-step guide on how to purchase and use the self-authoring suite, recommending the 2-for-1 special package for its comprehensive set of exercises addressing past, present, and future issues.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the affordability and value of the self-authoring suite, emphasizing that, despite its low cost of $30, it offers tremendous value, especially for those who might lack access to therapy. The speaker then walks through the post-purchase process, explaining the “my work” page and the different exercises available in the suite, including past, present, and future authoring. They note that there’s no specific order in which to complete these exercises. Frequently asked questions are addressed, such as whether the program can be done offline (it can’t), if it can be written in any language (it can), expiration concerns (none), and the time commitment (typically 4-5 hours per program, though it can vary). The speaker shares their own experience, detailing how they spread out the past authoring exercise over an entire month and reflecting on how much they wrote for each section.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their experience with the past authoring exercise, reflecting on how it helped them uncover new perspectives on past events. They share a specific memory from primary school where a teacher asked them to spell “als” on the blackboard. Due to the teacher’s lisp, the speaker wrote “alZ” instead and faced ridicule from classmates. Upon revisiting this memory, the speaker realized they misunderstood the teacher because they both had a lisp. The speaker emphasizes that these exercises can reveal new angles on past experiences. They also explain the structure of the self-authoring suite, highlighting that the virtues and faults section involves multiple-choice questions, which required more decision-making rather than extensive writing.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses how the self-authoring suite helped provide certainty in life amid current uncertainties caused by the coronavirus situation. They encourage viewers to leave questions in the comments and promise to respond. The speaker also recommends subscribing to the channel and liking the video if viewers found it helpful. Additionally, there is a mention of the self-authoring suite’s official link provided below the video. The speaker suggests watching Jordan Peterson’s TEDx talk, “The Reality of Potential,” for those interested in the self-authoring suite, and provides a link to it for further information. The video concludes with a wish for viewers to make the right decision and a reminder to ask questions if needed.