Your channel is a public service.

Who else is here ignoring their actual schoolwork and studying this instead?

Peterson's lectures are one of the most valuable resources I've ever stumbled upon. Every lecture leaves me with an abstract sense of fulfillment and the motivation to be a better person.

This guy makes me wish I had been a student at the University of Toronto... his style of teaching, unparalleled!

I am a non-intellectual and I am glued to the screen when you speak. You must be doing something right!

It's unimaginable to see that such a wizard is faced with unnecessary obstructions while he could make this world more intelligent and brighter - hundreds at a time.

41:26-44:14 Maybe up to 45:55 - This whole section about "the little pit", suffering and putting yourself back together; destruction of the old paradigm, then building a new, wiser, better version of your self... This is worth listening to a few times, particularly if you're someone who's had issues with depression. One of the major features for me, and many others, is that feeling of being lost every time you get knocked back; you loose your long term perspective. It would be great to have a little boiled down sound-bite or "mantra", something that just summarises this section and reminds you that it's a transformative period. I think it would help a lot of people get through it quicker, and come out stronger. Loving your lectures Dr Peterson. Would be fantastic to take your course online someday!

What an amazing mixture of genius, wit, vitality and humanistic love in you sir! You are the greatest lecturer I have ever had the pleasure to learn from. Don't stop spreading the knowledge you glorious human!

I can't believe this is free. This is something that will definitely help my psychology studies

Thank you Professor Peterson for your kindness in spreading knowledge freely. It is greatly appreciated!

Thanks Jordan Peterson for posting lectures this semester. I'm doing a long slow study of your courses and books. Having a great time and new lectures are a source of joy and interest!

Thank you for making your lectures available Professor Perterson. They are invaluable.

I never had the grades enough to be able to apply for Psychology, so these videos make me very happy! They are incredibly useful for anyone I think. Because learning about how you work/humans work and why is something everyone should be interested in, in order to make the world a better place by bettering yourself and understanding others

Second time going through these videos. I miss this Jordan Peterson. What a phenomenal lecturer. I hope he recovers his health and gets back to what he does best: teach.

Glad he is on the planet. Happy he shares. Estatic people relate to what he says. It gives me hope.

41:30 Transformation, successful or not is actually quite dangerous. 43:40 "You can tell the character of a human being by how much truth he is willing to tolerate." -- Nietzsche

Im going through all of Dr. Peterson's personality lectures again, these lecture videos are so useful and engaging!

Did anyone else find the statement that "nihilism is pointless" as funny as I did?

The clapping at the end was nice, never in my 17 year of education did that happen in any of my classes.

Dear Peterson thank you for recording your lectures so people can learn and knowledge themselves for free. Thank you.. I wish more professors do that..

Almost 5 years ago. Almost 4 million subs. Only 340 thousand views on this first lecture. Let that sink in, says a lot about the number of people who will volunteer to better themselves. Glad I'm here. Let's go mom buy the books.

54:50 when Jordan talks about snake phobia possibly being built right into you - I have seen this in my 6 month old son, first hand. I had a black belt that I thought he would be interested in inspecting (he's VERY curious and exploritory), and when I tried to hand it to him, he jerked back in terror. I've never seen him do that before. Ever. It took him a second to build up the courage to reach out and touch it, and he inspected the end, as if to confirm that it was an inanimate object. He's NEVER seen a snake before. Ever. It led me to believe that the fear must be primordial. So interesting.

Excellent way of teaching - so easy to follow such a complex subject. Thanks for this.

I'm a 56 yr old man and every time I here Mr Peterson speak it fills me with a sense of pride and honor, I get that feeling when your country wins a gold medal at the Olympics and they play the Canadian national anthem.

I transcribed the 2015 series word for word!such valuable knowledge.thanks mr Peterson.

Brilliant, informative and engaging. As a mental health nurse this course is extremely beneficial. Thank you Dr Peterson!

He explains things so well. I wish I'd had a lecturer that I clicked with like this at university

Your lectures remind me why I studied the Humanities rather than STEM in college. Thanks a lot!

"The fundamental task of the emerging human being was to extricate themselves from their family." This brings to mind the so-called "rebellious phase" of teenagers. Perhaps it is not anomalous, pathological, or otherwise deviant behaviour, but an evolutionary mechanism indicative of the development of independence from the family. It may be that it should therefore not be repressed or necessarily punished, but guided along healthy avenues. I don't really know anything about child-rearing or the psychology of families, but does this make any sense?

I started a word file called 'vocabulary I learned from JP' :D

Thank you so much, for putting this gold mine of information out for free, I plan on reading much on the reading list in an effort to learn more about myself, and the world around me. Your insights are phenomenal! Thank you Dr Peterson!!

I hated school as a young man but in some weird way im extremely jealous of these students!

Jordan Peterson: "The Internet's dad" 😁 Thank you Jordan for existing.

Learning these things from him makes me think that one of the ways in which he gets his point across so good is by implementing the archetypal type of a person who is right in his character when explaining, also the reason people like him so much. If you look at any movie where they show a misunderstood scientist that in the end was right even tough no one believed him you'll see some behaviour patterns. Or at least that's my way of understanding the lesson

This is one of the best things ever.

I think these lectures (2016 and 2017) are arguably his best contributions, and I'm not belittling his other work.

I hope you truly know how much you are a truly a gift to the world. When I first saw stumbled upon you, I didn’t like you but I listened to what you had to say anyways. I still do not agree with your views on women and white privilege, however, I am a better person because of you. I thought I was awesome but I had to face some real ugly things I didn’t realize about myself and not only did you hold a mirror and help me to see, you motivated me to be better. Thank you. I hope you believe your cult following. You deserve it.

First lecture. They clapped. Thank you Dr Peterson for leaving this online!

Absolutely love that you mentioned Robert Sapolsky. imo you and him are two of the top professor-lecturers in the game today. Brilliant, and above all useful stuff - Thank you for posting

This is when he was Clark Kent. Superman was just around the corner waiting to be revealed.

Thanks so much for posting these lectures online. I find myself learning a great deal with each one that I watch.

II would just like to say how grateful I am for these uploads.

Gosh when I see that I can be listening for three or more hours and so much I have learnt in the last hours..... my hunger of knowledge has just explode!!!! Thank you so much Professor Peterson...

I never paid attention in high school because I never knew how it would apply to my life. Although, my favorite class was Bible because it seemed to teach me ideas that I can practice in my life to improve my quality of living. After graduating , I've spent the last 3 years going through a transition learning phase about myself, and Mr. Peterson has helped me tremendously. I find myself day after day watching these lectures, just for the knowledge they hold. Seeing how in the present day, all of the drama against his license being revoked, this drives me to learn even more. If it is powerful enough, some people might try to get rid of it. Thankyou Mr. Peterson, may you live long and prosper.

good video, hope to let my kids see this when they're old enough. I'm so happy to see such brilliant minds on youtube, need more and more like you.

I do really thank you so much for putting these classes available for the world, outside the walls of the academy. God bless you, sir!

At the end of this lecture you talk about the danger of parents who do everything for their children. I'm 26 and have some light fear and insecurity in my life as a result of being afraid to move forward without a hand to hold. What is the best way to go about breaking out of this pathological mold? Really appreciate everything you put up. I hope you win the good against injustice! MUCH LOVE!

I've binged his lectures, and then I'm gonna read his book list.

Course reading list here:jordanbpeterson.com/classes/personality-and-its-transformations/

Man, this guys impressive. His intelligence , sincerity, principles, ethics, and ability to convey information is incredible. I understand most of what he speaks about, have many of the same ideas and beliefs, but wish I could speak and convey my own opinions, knowledge, beliefs, etc. as well as him. And, it's not just schooling or his educational background , I've grown up around many well informed and well educated individuals ( at 45 years of age), but absolutely none explains information and beliefs any where close to as well as Mr. Peterson. Its fascinating. I got into some legal troubles a couple of decades ago and, it through a wrench into my being a productive member of society. And, I was fairly intelligent and hard working. Did almost 9 years, for something I actually didn't do, basically came down to being accused and I wouldn't rat on my brother and some of my friends. It is what it is. My point that I'm going for, after doing those many years in prison, you learn ALOT of things about man, human nature, etc..If, hypothetically speaking, Jordan Peterson was given a prison sentence for say something he didn't do, whatever, he would be accepted by a majority of the inmates and, most would befriend him and protect him. Mr. Peterson might actually find that interesting, lol. The guy is fucking sharp, his sincerity and conviction shines through. On of the most impressive people I've ever seen. I'm not a fanboy type of person. If my favorite rock band, author, actor, whatever walked past me in the casino or hotel lobby, there would be a 98 % probability that I would absolutely not go up to the person and talk to them, or ask for an autograph, etc.. But, if I saw Jordan Peterson, I'd make a b line directly to him and introduce myself and thank him for what he does. I suffer from some depression, I guess we all more or less do but, I'm curious what makes him depressed? Anyway, love this fucking guy!!

Is there anyone who's as crazy as I am in terms of watching "Personality and its transformations" 2016 lecture series/course after watching "Personality and its transformations" 2017 lecture series/course just due to the lack of new profound content or for the hope to find new golden insights that the other course might miss.

Is it a Canadian thing to clap at the end of the class period, or is JP just that awesome?

Jordan B. Peterson fooled me into studying psychology. That was until i discovered that psychology is not like this, it`s full of orderly people. All my teachers are orderly, linear thinking people. That makes it boring for me. So I went into litterature instead, in that field I can use my creative and analytical capacities, something I could not do in psychology.

Wow, what a fantastic lecture! Thank you so, so much for making these public.

I intend to go over this lectures again, since we are staying at home

30:04 Just been reminded that Peter was the rock to build upon, unlike the sand. Sand is the personality and rock is the being or sense of aliveness within us.

God bless Dr Peterson.

Thank you so much for putting these up, they're great.

Who's here because Corona. Use your free time wisely.

DR. PETERSON, A HUGE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUCH PRECIOUS KNOWLEDGE SHARING IT!!! I am in India n to have such an opportunity to listen to such valueable knowledge & you SHARING IT for free, it's so Great of you!! I have got your 12 Rules of life and the SELF AUTHORING PROGRAM. THANK YOU!!

he won my heart at "I don't really like blackboard"

Just found this channel I really like psych as well as philosophy so im glad to have fact checked information makes everything so much easier.

I am a Carleton alumni and student (started a second undergraduate degree at 27 in the fall). I am psychologically compelled to comment on this lecture series. This is a good professor (watched a few 2015 lectures, starting in the middle). My second degree is only core courses (electives completed) so, this is both relaxing and interesting.

Jordan Peterson has such a great sense of humor haha 😄 bravo!!

According to your openness model of lecturing, this is perfect for me!

Looking forward to upcoming lectures

Lockdown andI'm here :)

I have a new series to watch.

I am glad people like him still exist.

Your lectures are amazing! If I ever have the chance, I'll try to watch one in person

The fact that this much knowledge is all but freely available to any jackass with an internet connection literally anywhere in the world speaks volumes on the successes of capitalism

My pet-fail videos beckon but I can’t quite bring myself to pause this chap.

Can you imagine being a student of this legend?

I wish I had the list of required readings for this paper. Its 20 years ago I graduated with BSocSci in NZ, but thanks to Professor Peterson I can take his paper via these postings. Informally, of course.

I'd NEVER miss his class.

The way Peterson talk reminds me of Feynman a lot.

I don't even read , but you make me want to read. Already bought your 12 step book =)

Does someone else get a Richard Feynman vibe from his facial expressions? Even the way he talks sometimes.

Came here from Maps of Meaning, Jordan suggested this is a good preparation for the course. Am I in the right place?

Mr Peterson ... thank you for your tireless efforts and thank you for your lectures ... I find you more than anything to be "real" and "honest" which I believe is central to any form of discovery ... while I do not agree with everything you espouse, overall I find it very informative and interesting as well ... you have a clear firm grasp of the essentials and a clear type of speaking. Thank you again. :-)

You looked bad, man! The visual output of your health has transformed completely. The last video I saw of Dr. Peterson, a video from The Joe Rogan podcast, the man was in impeccable health. I hope you keep it up, man!

i am just starting this course! wish me luck.

47:32 "You actually die into your personality!"😂😂😂😂

Jung brought me art and art therapy, mandalas, journaling ... etc.

Does anyone know how / where to purchase the textbook he uses for PSYCH 230?

"And we're gonna watch a movie, [BLAH] it is called." What is it called??

I stopped the video once to say "Crazy Insightful" to myself, then continued

I would like more information on ADHD, specifically the aspect of neurodevelopment and dopamine. I am under the impression that ADHD is evidenced in brain scans and a neurological difference, which is adverse to the perspective shared in this lecture.

Note to self 00:43:00

I understand the need for a revenue stream through ads, but when the ad to content ratio is so freaking high, it makes the program ridiculous. I'm getting an ad every 2-3 minutes. I've tried to listen on JBP's page, but the archives won't play - something about the browser not allowing a redirect. Tried Firefox and chrome.

I watched many of your 2015 Personality Lectures while researching and seeking inspiration for a fiction piece I am writing. Such great insight into the human mind and scope: a truly valuable tool even for a layperson (i.e., me). Thank you so much! :) Question to the Maestro: many differences between the 2014, 2015 and 2016 lectures?

I love these lectures

Jordan I would hope that you would like to have every recorded lecture you've ever done available on your channel, because I sure would

I love this man; he's my current Intellectual crush. Now a question for Dr. Peterson what of Piaget's work can I find and get in English? I've only been able to get possession of the "Pyschology of Intelligence".

66 minutes and 19 seconds of an introductionary lecture > 3 years of social sciences

A lot of of animals can recognize their own scents including invertebrates .

21:09 "Don't eat all the bread!" That cracked me up. It sounds like there might be an interesting story behind that one.

Those students were so lucky they got to have JBP as a professor

At 51:09 I'm having a difficult time following his logic. If I go out on a limb, I'm concluding that the blind person(s) are using other non-visual cues to determine left from right (air flow, vibrations, sound, etc), but that doesn't seem to be well implied by what he actually says in this clip. If I had to take what he says at face value, I'd have to assume he's implying some type of innate "knowing", which I don't think he's implying, and hope very much that he's not implying. I'd rather just assume he didn't complete his train of thought, and he meant to say that senses like touch and hearing are so adapted to your nervous system that they provide enough data to make an accurate instinctual determination. If anyone has further insight on this, I'd be interested.

Wish you taught at Northwestern