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Feminists Won the Culture War but Lost At Life
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In this thought-provoking episode, Malcolm and Simone delve into the unintended consequences of modern feminism and the culture war it has waged. Drawing from the recent example of Anita Sarkeesian, a prominent feminist figure who gained notoriety during the Gamergate controversy, they explore how the pursuit of self-love and societal acceptance has led many women down a path of unhappiness and unfulfillment. Malcolm argues that while feminists may have won the short-term cultural battle by securing positions of power and influence, they have ultimately lost at life. He contends that the mantra of self-care and the elevation of personal comfort above all else has created an ideological system incapable of providing genuine satisfaction or meaning. Simone shares her own experiences with the feminist movement and how the emphasis on self-care and self-acceptance made her mentally weaker and less resilient. She discusses the dangers of filling one's life with trivial concerns when there is no higher purpose or goal to strive for, leading to a sense of emptiness and despair. The couple also touches on the toxic nature of extreme ideologies, drawing parallels between the modern feminist movement and historical examples of imperialism and cultural supremacy. They argue that the desire to erase cultural diversity and impose a singular worldview is not only misguided but ultimately destructive to both individuals and society as a whole. Throughout the conversation, Malcolm and Simone emphasize the importance of living a life dedicated to something greater than oneself, finding meaning and satisfaction through the pursuit of worthy goals and the cultivation of strong relationships. They discuss the need to educate the next generation, particularly their own children, about the pitfalls of the feminist movement and the importance of making decisions based on outcomes rather than ideologies. Join Malcolm and Simone as they explore the complex legacy of modern feminism, the perils of self-absorption, and the path to a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
Malcolm Collins: [00:00:00] Anita Sarkeesian was driving the anti Gamergate movement.
Well, recently she had a birthday party where she married herself. Oh dear. I think we undervalue how much humans who live good lives are rewarded within their lives for those decisions and that I think we focus too much on.
Rewards that happen posthumously, like heaven, hell,
people who are choosing these ultra progressive life paths, you don't need to wait till they're dead to be laughing at them. Wait until they're 35, okay?
It could be worse. At least you're not Anthony Burge. It could be worse. At least you're not Anthony Burge.
Would you like to know more?
Simone Collins: I did something very naughty while I should have been working through lunch. Instead of creating new NDC accounts on Lufthansa Spark platform for all of our [00:01:00] agents, which I did on a delayed basis, I instead wrote a Red Suzy Weiss's new article in the Free Press called, Ooh,
Malcolm Collins: what's it on?
Kel
Simone Collins: Durell is the New Way to Self-care ourselves to death. And it is about a, an ongoing trend predominated by women related to this concept of self care also highly related to what is referred to as bed rot or bed rying or Soft living, which is basically I went quiet quitting as well. It's related to that which is basically just about giving up, indulging in your feelings.
Not working hard, doing the bare minimum, and doing whatever you do that makes you feel good is justified and right. And it was an interesting article, I hadn't heard of it. Did
Malcolm Collins: it come from an ancient Scottish thing or a modern Scottish thing?
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago