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The Terrifying Theory of Stupidity – Dietrich Bonhoeffer (www.youtube.com)
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What if stupidity isn’t about intelligence at all, but about surrendering the will to think?

In this powerful and thought-provoking educational video essay, we explore Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s timeless insights into human behavior — revealing how smart, well-meaning people can fall into dangerous patterns of unthinking conformity.

We blend philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, and media analysis to uncover: ✅ Why intelligent people sometimes support harmful ideas ✅ How groupthink and social pressure can override individual judgment ✅ What practical steps you can take to stay intellectually independent in today’s information-saturated world

This is an educational and analytical video designed to promote critical thinking, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making.

We cover historical examples and modern challenges, from social media echo chambers to the rise of AI-driven misinformation, offering practical insights and constructive methods for personal growth.

Souces: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sgAmBU8EbUgqo5SRqsZncmoob_iCDRTwFasop28BTq0/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0#heading=h.1p1u4eoozh3c

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[–] november@lemmy.vg 10 points 1 day ago (2 children)

They called their own video essay "powerful and thought-provoking"? Pass.

[–] A_norny_mousse@feddit.org 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (1 children)

TBF, it presents a very important lesson in a way that might even be digestible for christofascist MAGA voters. Since Bonhoeffer was a pastor and his words have that particular, churchy aroma. [Still enough truth for atheists in it though]

The Fediverse just doesn't seem to be the target group here.

But yeah, way too many superlatives and wowing.

[–] zbyte64@awful.systems 2 points 1 day ago

Judging from the YouTube comments they are hitting their mark. Lots of people mistaking being contrarian for being independent though, like in the case of COVID vaccines and makes wearing.