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14. Against the Despisers of the Body - Nietzsche's dismantling of "The Soul"
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You have been taught to despise your body—to believe that your true worth lies in some hidden soul, while your flesh is merely a burden or a prison.
But what if that is one of the greatest misunderstandings of the human condition ever? What if you are not a spirit trapped in meat, but the body itself—living, powerful, beautiful, and brimming with deep intelligence?
In this episode, we tear away the numbing illusions that have kept you weak, confused, and divided against yourself. You’ll discover why your body is not something secondary or shameful—but the very foundation of your identity, your vitality, and your potential. You’ll learn how Nietzsche’s radical vision can help you reclaim the body as your greatest strength, and begin the journey toward a more unified, powerful, and fearless self.
Welcome back—to yourself.
Episode music choice: Singularity by John Hopkins
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