I think his manual is realistic and therefore reflects that what is actually most problematic is the concept of having rulers in the first place. The concept of man's authority over other people is arguably the most fundamental problem which we are dealing with today. If you look at the confusion in the world, I think it is largely related to Machiavellian tactics being used against the general population constantly. This ultimately ends up being harmful all around, and in my view the ones who end up becoming the most damaged are the ones in power. I think the concept of leaders and heroes are flawed, faulty concepts and reflective of infantile thinking. If you put someone on a pedestal, expect to get kicked in the face.
That's an interesting take, and I agree that Machiavelli’s ideas can expose the inherent flaws in leadership structures. The power dynamics he described are certainly still relevant, and I can see how those who chase or hold power often end up losing the most in the process.
@@DrElanK Yes, the dynamics he described are relevant and I think precede his writings and are still in use today. If I recall correctly one part of The Prince describes how those in power can use information to divide the population and make them confused, so that when they try to discuss certain topics they will not understand each other. I think that is something one can observe at the present, certainly. I agree with your video title - being 'good' is overrated, I mean this in the Jungian sense, so being 'evil' is also undesirable and unbalanced in the other direction. The pedestal part of my comment is a quote I stole from Michael Tsarion.
cant wait to see your other vids!!! loved this!! great thoughts!
Thank you so much!!
Been there. Don't that and learned by sad experience that being too virtuous can lead to trouble.
It is oftentimes a sad reality.
I think his manual is realistic and therefore reflects that what is actually most problematic is the concept of having rulers in the first place. The concept of man's authority over other people is arguably the most fundamental problem which we are dealing with today. If you look at the confusion in the world, I think it is largely related to Machiavellian tactics being used against the general population constantly. This ultimately ends up being harmful all around, and in my view the ones who end up becoming the most damaged are the ones in power. I think the concept of leaders and heroes are flawed, faulty concepts and reflective of infantile thinking. If you put someone on a pedestal, expect to get kicked in the face.
That's an interesting take, and I agree that Machiavelli’s ideas can expose the inherent flaws in leadership structures. The power dynamics he described are certainly still relevant, and I can see how those who chase or hold power often end up losing the most in the process.
@@DrElanK Yes, the dynamics he described are relevant and I think precede his writings and are still in use today. If I recall correctly one part of The Prince describes how those in power can use information to divide the population and make them confused, so that when they try to discuss certain topics they will not understand each other. I think that is something one can observe at the present, certainly. I agree with your video title - being 'good' is overrated, I mean this in the Jungian sense, so being 'evil' is also undesirable and unbalanced in the other direction. The pedestal part of my comment is a quote I stole from Michael Tsarion.