EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 34 MIN
Ep 41-The Denial of Death
from Rituals of Strength · host Rituals of Strength with Kevin Secours
I often reference Ernest Becker's book "The Denial of Death", so I finally give it the attention it is due as a major influence on my thinking. I believe that everyone is primarily motivated by their perspectives on death. Fitness and self-defense enthusiasts dedicate their lives to longevity and safety, in direct relation to their perspective on mortality. I highlight 10 major takeaways from Becker's book and provide some thought exercises for your own exploration.
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I often reference Ernest Becker's book "The Denial of Death", so I finally give it the attention it is due as a major influence on my thinking. I believe that everyone is primarily motivated by their perspectives on death. Fitness and self-defense enthusiasts dedicate their lives to longevity and safety, in direct relation to their perspective on mortality. I highlight 10 major takeaways from Becker's book and provide some thought exercises for your own exploration.
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