The Moral of the Story: Jordan Peterson's Mind-Blowing Take on This Children's Book | EP 566
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What happens when you ignore a dragon? Dr. Jordan B. Peterson reads and analyzes “There’s No Such Thing as a Dragon” by Jack Kent, exploring its psychological and mythological depth. Using the children’s story as a springboard, Peterson unpacks themes of willful blindness, familial dysfunction, and the archetypal hero’s journey. He draws connections to ancient Egyptian mythology, the Exodus narrative, and the crucifixion of Christ—arguing that dragons—both literal and symbolic—grow when we refuse to confront them. If you’ve ever wondered what a kid’s book has to do with the fate of your household, your children, or your soul—this is the lecture for you.
This episode was filmed on June 28th, 2025
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(0:00) Intro
(1:10) Jordan explains the Mexican dragon sculpture in his office
(3:28) The amalgamated predator archetype, finding a dragon in your room
(6:33) When you ignore the terrible thing, the Egyptian creation myth explains willful blindness
(14:33) You can’t address something you won’t admit exists
(22:41) The stark symbol of the blindsided father, the psychology of the Biblical desert
(31:59) How the crucifixion links to the brazen serpent
(35:00) The one who names the dragon is the hero, the price of vision
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