Jordan Peterson: How To Become The Person You've Always Wanted To Be
Key Takeaways
- Stand up straight with your shoulders back—your physiology shapes your psychology
- Pursue what is meaningful, not what is expedient—sacrifice present comfort for future good
- Tell the truth, or at least don't lie—integrity is the foundation of a life well-lived
- Pet a cat when you encounter one on the street—find moments of grace in suffering
- Set your house in perfect order before you criticize the world
Episode Overview
Jordan Peterson — clinical psychologist, author of 12 rules for life — joins Steven Bartlett for a powerful conversation. Jordan discusses recovery from health troubles and standing up for yourself.
Key Discussion Points
Jordan Peterson explores several transformative ideas in this episode. Stand up straight with your shoulders back—your physiology shapes your psychology Pursue what is meaningful, not what is expedient—sacrifice present comfort for future good Tell the truth, or at least don't lie—integrity is the foundation of a life well-lived These insights draw from Jordan Peterson's deep experience in Self-Improvement and Meaning.
The conversation also covers: Pet a cat when you encounter one on the street—find moments of grace in suffering Set your house in perfect order before you criticize the world Steven pushes Jordan Peterson on the practical applications, creating a dialogue that moves beyond theory into actionable wisdom.
Standout Moments
Stop Comparing Yourself To Others (00:44:00): The only person you should compete with
Why Most Marriages Fail (00:54:00): The conversation you're avoiding
The Conversation in Context
With over 7.2 million views, this is one of the most popular Diary of a CEO episodes ever recorded. Jordan Peterson's candid approach and Steven's probing questions create a conversation that resonates deeply with viewers navigating Self-Improvement and Meaning.
Notable Quotes
"Compare yourself to who you were yesterday, not to who someone else is today."— Jordan Peterson, Self-improvement
"If you can't bring yourself to tell your partner what you want, you're destined for resentment."— Jordan Peterson, Communication
"Order is where we are when what we do produces what we want. Chaos is everything else."— Jordan Peterson, Order
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Jordan Peterson talk about on Diary of a CEO?
Jordan discusses recovery from health troubles and standing up for yourself.
What episode of Diary of a CEO is Jordan Peterson on?
Jordan Peterson appears on The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett. The episode is titled "Jordan Peterson: How To Become The Person You've Always Wanted To Be" and has over 7.2 million YouTube views.