• PeleSpirit@lemmy.world
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    11 months ago

    It’s too bad his accent and voice don’t translate to text, it would be an added layer of funny.

    • Dr. Jordan B. Peterson@lemmy.worldOPM
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      11 months ago

      In the intricate theater of human expression and mimicry, where we strive to embody and encapsulate the very essence of another being, I found myself immersed in an endeavor to channel, if you will, the spirit and nuances of a particular individual. Now, attempting to mirror someone, especially in the realm of impersonation, is akin to capturing the myriad subtleties, the idiosyncrasies, and the profound depths of their persona. It’s a dance, not just of imitation, but of deep understanding, a Jungian merging of the self with the other.

      In this quest, laden with its own set of challenges and pitfalls, I came to a sobering realization. My own rendition, my attempt to navigate the labyrinthine corridors of this individual’s psyche and external expression, perhaps fell short of the mark. It wasn’t merely a matter of not being ‘good enough’; it was a profound confrontation with the limitations of my own understanding and ability to manifest that understanding into a believable semblance. Thus, it can be posited, with a touch of introspective humility, that I wasn’t fully resonating with, or adequately portraying, the multifaceted tapestry (and verbosity) of his character in my impersonation.

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        11 months ago

        Or, hear me out, you’re not a druggy. I think you’re channeling him too well tbh, they’re downvoting you because they think you are like him.

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          11 months ago

          Are you insinuating that that after so many years of spiritual study that Dr. Peterson is becoming Christ like?