DeepSummary
This episode explores the concept of identity, and how our sense of identity shapes our beliefs, values, self-worth, and future. Dr. Josh Axe identifies three distinct ways people establish their identity: modern, traditional, and divine. He argues that a modern identity, centered on the self and fueled by social media and external validation, leads to mental health issues like depression and anxiety. A traditional identity, focused on duty and serving one's community, is an improvement but can lead to tribalism and superiority over other groups.
Dr. Axe advocates for embracing a divine identity, rooted in a relationship with God and the belief that we are divine beings called to serve others and make the world a better place. He cites historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr., whose divine identity drove them to create positive change. Axe provides practical steps to build a divine identity, such as examining limiting beliefs, writing an identity statement, and surrounding oneself with media and people who promote character and spirituality.
Axe argues that embracing a divine identity leads to a deep sense of purpose, self-worth, and the belief that one's actions have eternal significance. He challenges the audience to confront their current identities and consciously choose an identity rooted in their divine calling, which he believes is the key to living a truly meaningful life.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Our identity shapes our beliefs, values, self-worth, and future.
- There are three main types of identity: modern (self-centered), traditional (community-centered), and divine (God-centered).
- A modern identity focused on the self and external validation leads to mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
- A traditional identity focused on duty and community can lead to tribalism and a superiority complex over other groups.
- Embracing a divine identity rooted in a relationship with God and the belief that we are called to serve others leads to a deep sense of purpose and self-worth.
- Historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr. embodied a divine identity that drove them to create positive change.
- Practical steps to build a divine identity include examining limiting beliefs, writing an identity statement, and surrounding oneself with media and people who promote character and spirituality.
- Our identity should be rooted in our divine calling, rather than being defined by external forces or temporary circumstances.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “The world will ask you who you are. And if you don't know, the world will tell you.“ by Dr. Josh Axe, quoting Carl Jung
- “Remember who you are. You're more than you've become.“ by Dr. Josh Axe, quoting The Lion King
- “I just want to do God's will, and he's allowed me to go up to the mountain, and I've looked over and I've seen the promised land. I may not get there with you, but I want you to know tonight that we as a people, will get to that promised land.“ by Dr. Josh Axe, quoting Martin Luther King Jr.
- “When Michelangelo painted the Sistine chapel, somebody said, why do you spend so much time on this little corner? He said, because God will see.“ by Dr. Josh Axe
Entities
Person
Film
Book
Episode Information
The Dr. Josh Axe Show
Dr. Josh Axe
4/22/24