The World Transformation Movement and Jeremy Griffith: A Fresh Lens on the Human Condition
Can the World Transformation Movement Really Transform Humanity?
If you’ve been intrigued by the big questions asked in science, philosophy, about human behavior, our human condition, and are constantly seeking new and groundbreaking ideas, you may have already stumbled upon the name Jeremy Griffith or the World Transformation Movement (WTM). Over the last few months, I’ve taken a deep dive into Griffith’s work, specifically his explanation of the human condition and how it’s presented by the WTM.
Through my articles on Medium (The World Transformation Movement: Hot Air, or A Bastion of Hope for Humanity?) and Vocal (Jeremy Griffith and the World Transformation Movement), I’ve shared my thoughts on this intriguing movement and its potential implications for humanity. Now, as I prepare to release a video on this topic for my YouTube channel, I want to connect the dots between these discussions and offer a comprehensive overview on my newly created Substack. (Hi to any new subscribers!)
Revisiting the Core Ideas
Griffith’s work, encapsulated in his book FREEDOM: The End of the Human Condition, and explored through his interview with Craig Conway (titled “The Interview That Solves the Human Condition and Saves the World!”), challenges conventional notions about human behavior.
At the heart of his explanation is the idea of an evolutionary conflict between our instinctive orientations and our conscious mind’s capacity to explore and understand the world. According to Griffith, this internal clash has defined much of human history and behavior, resulting in what he terms the “psychologically troubled human condition.”
While these ideas have sparked a mix of skepticism and admiration, I believe they hold the potential to shift paradigms in how we view ourselves as a species.
My Deep Dive on Medium
In my Medium article, The World Transformation Movement: Hot Air, or A Bastion of Hope for Humanity?, I explored the scientific basis of Griffith’s claims, addressing criticisms of the WTM’s presentation and endorsements.
I shared five key takeaways from Griffith’s interview, including:
How his theory flips conventional biological narratives.
The significance of the instinct versus intellect conflict.
The psychological burden humanity has carried due to unresolved guilt.
The pitfalls of dogmatic idealism in addressing our behavior.
Why understanding the root cause of our behavior opens the door to healing and transformation.
This article delves into Griffith’s use of his key analogy of “Adam Stork” and his references to historical and philosophical ideas, bridging ancient wisdom and modern scientific discoveries.
Expanding on Vocal
Building on the Medium piece, I published a more concise version on Vocal’s ‘Humans’ publication, titled Jeremy Griffith and the World Transformation Movement. My main goal there was as a summary focusing on the essence of Griffith’s theory, making it an accessible entry point for readers with a general interest in human behavior and that were new to the subject of the human condition.
What’s Next?
The discussions sparked through feedback in comments on these articles, along with a post I made on Reddit (My take on Jeremy Griffith’s Interview and Explanation of the Human Condition) in the World Transformation Movement subreddit have inspired me to create a video essay for my YouTube channel, A Life Untangled. In the video, I’ll revisit key concepts from Griffith’s work and share my reflections on its potential for personal and world transformation.
Stay tuned for the video’s release — along with other projects I’m working on, and in the meantime, I encourage you to explore the articles linked above. Whether you’re a skeptic or a truth-seeker, the insights offered by Griffith and the World Transformation Movement are sure to provoke thought and conversation.
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This is great Herman, thank you. I watched your YouTube video, really interesting and helpful presentation. Looking forward to more of your articles.
Thanks Herman for your post, your summaries of the key content in Griffith’s work are really helpful for those looking to get familiar with what this information is all about, before taking a deeper dive into the information presented in his main book Freedom and on the World Transformation Movement website. Summarising articles like this one are very helpful for that. From my own experience I just don’t want to say that taking a deeper dive into this information is well worthwhile, that being the understatement of the year, as it is has actually saved my life and given me so much meaning and security. All the information is free to read on their website, which you very rarely see today with anything purported to be a solution to human struggles. This stuff is the real deal, I can wholeheartedly attest to that.