DON'T Believe In Yourself! The Philosophy of Gurren Lagann!
Summary
TLDRThe video script delves into the inspirational power of believing in something greater than oneself, exemplified through the character Kamina from 'Gurren Lagann'. It explores the human need for fantasy and the concept of self-improvement, drawing parallels between the 'fallen angel meeting the rising ape' and the evolution of human consciousness. The narrative encourages viewers to find their own 'Kamina', an inspiration that propels them to surpass their limitations and achieve their full potential, challenging the logical constraints that hold them back.
Takeaways
- 😀 The script discusses the inspirational value of memorable lines and scenes from the show 'Gurren Lagann', particularly focusing on the character Kamina's philosophy.
- 🌟 It introduces the concept that humans need fantasy and belief in the unreal to be fully human, drawing a parallel to the necessity of belief in larger-than-life ideas for personal growth.
- 🦋 The narrative uses the 'ant and the grasshopper' fable to illustrate the balance between immediate gratification and long-term planning, which is a metaphor for human evolution.
- 🧠 The script suggests that self-improvement and the pursuit of greatness require understanding both the 'why' and the 'how', emphasizing the importance of purpose and strategy.
- 🔥 It highlights the transformation of the character Simon from a follower to a leader, demonstrating how belief in an ideal can drive personal evolution and the achievement of the impossible.
- 🚀 The mantra 'Don't believe in yourself, believe in me, who believes in you' is presented as a powerful tool for overcoming self-doubt and achieving potential.
- 🌈 The script explores the idea that belief in something greater than oneself can lead to collective success, as seen in the unity and achievements of Team Dai-Gurren.
- 🦁 It emphasizes the role of idols and role models in shaping our aspirations and the importance of internalizing their qualities to move beyond mere imitation.
- 💡 The narrative encourages viewers to find their own sources of inspiration, whether real or fictional, to push beyond their perceived limitations.
- ⏱️ The script concludes with a call to action, urging individuals to embrace the power of belief in something greater to achieve their full potential and make a positive impact.
Q & A
What is the significance of the phrase 'Don't believe in yourself, believe in me, who believes in you' in the context of the script?
-This phrase is a philosophical statement that emphasizes the importance of believing in the potential that others see in you, even if you don't see it in yourself. It suggests that trust in someone else's belief in you can be a catalyst for personal growth and achieving the seemingly impossible.
How does the script relate the concept of fantasy to the human condition?
-The script posits that humans need fantasy to be human, suggesting that the ability to believe in things that aren't true is essential for human evolution. It allows us to aspire to more than our base instincts, driving us towards higher levels of consciousness and achievement.
What is the symbolic meaning of 'the fallen angel meeting the rising ape' in the script?
-This phrase symbolizes the intersection of human evolution where our base animalistic instincts meet our higher consciousness. It represents the struggle and the progress of humanity as we learn to control our instincts and strive for something greater.
How does the script use the fable of the ant and the grasshopper to illustrate a point about human behavior?
-The script employs the fable to demonstrate the value of delayed gratification and hard work. It contrasts the short-term pleasures of the grasshopper with the long-term benefits of the ant's labor, highlighting the importance of working towards a greater good.
What role does the concept of self-improvement play in the script?
-Self-improvement is presented as a fundamental aspect of human nature in the script. It is the drive that pushes individuals to evolve beyond their current state, to achieve more, and to become better versions of themselves.
How does the script describe the transformation of Simone from a character without a clear purpose to one who embodies an ideal?
-The script illustrates Simone's transformation through his interactions with Kamina and the influence of the mantra 'Resist logic to exceed the impossible.' Simone evolves from a follower to a leader who internalizes the ideals he once idolized, becoming a symbol of humanity's potential.
What is the significance of the mantra 'Resist logic to exceed the impossible' in the script?
-This mantra is a call to action that encourages characters to defy conventional thinking and achieve what is deemed impossible. It serves as a driving force for the characters to push beyond their limits and accomplish extraordinary feats.
How does the script use the example of Julius Caesar to illustrate the power of inspiration?
-The script references Julius Caesar's reaction to Alexander the Great's achievements as an example of how inspiration from a greater figure can propel one to surpass their own limitations and achieve greatness.
What is the message behind Kamina's final words in the script?
-Kamina's final words serve as a passing of the torch, encouraging Simone and others to believe in themselves and to continue striving for greatness without relying solely on idols. It signifies the transition from imitation to self-belief and personal achievement.
How does the script suggest that people can use their inspiration to achieve their fullest potential?
-The script suggests that by emulating the traits and achievements of their inspirations, individuals can push beyond their perceived limits, disregard conventional logic, and achieve a higher state of being or accomplishment.
What is the script's stance on the importance of believing in something greater than oneself?
-The script advocates for the belief in something greater as a means to unlock one's potential and achieve the impossible. It posits that such belief can serve as a powerful motivator and catalyst for personal evolution and growth.
Outlines
🎭 The Philosophy of Believing in Others
This paragraph delves into the philosophical underpinnings of a memorable line from the show 'Gurren Lagann', exploring the idea that self-belief is not just about having faith in oneself, but also in others who believe in you. It uses the character Kamina's quote to illustrate how trust and inspiration from others can drive personal growth. The paragraph also references 'The Hog Father' to discuss the necessity of fantasy and belief in shaping humanity, drawing parallels between the human need for fantasy and the evolution from base instincts to higher consciousness. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of believing in something greater than oneself as a catalyst for achieving the extraordinary.
🦁 The Transformation of Simon: From Idolatry to Self-Belief
The second paragraph focuses on the character Simon's journey from a timid follower to a courageous leader. It discusses how Simon's initial reliance on Kamina's guidance and mantras, such as 'Don't believe in yourself, believe in me who believes in you', helped him overcome his fears and achieve the seemingly impossible. The narrative highlights Simon's evolution, where he learns to internalize Kamina's ideals and apply them to his own actions, eventually leading him to become a beacon of inspiration for others. The paragraph also touches on the broader theme of how individuals can be motivated by the achievements of their idols to surpass their own limitations.
🚀 Embracing the Impossible: The Power of Role Models
The final paragraph emphasizes the transformative power of role models and the importance of aspiring to achieve beyond one's perceived capabilities. It discusses how Simon, after Kamina's death, must learn to walk the path of leadership on his own, drawing strength from the legacy of his idol. The paragraph also encourages viewers to find their own sources of inspiration, whether real or fictional, and to use these figures to push beyond their limitations. It concludes with a call to action, urging individuals to believe in the potential of themselves and others, and to strive for personal growth and improvement, echoing the show's theme of transcending logic to achieve the impossible.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Fantasy
💡Self-improvement
💡Mantra
💡Belief
💡Human Evolution
💡Idol
💡Logic vs. Faith
💡Metaphor
💡Inspiration
💡Impossibility
💡Evolution of Characters
Highlights
Kamina's philosophy: 'Don't believe in yourself, believe in me who believes in you.'
Humans need fantasies to make life bearable, according to 'The Hogfather.'
The meeting of the 'fallen angel' and 'rising ape' symbolizes human evolution from base instincts to higher consciousness.
The ant and grasshopper fable shows the value of hard work and delayed gratification.
Self-improvement has two key questions: Why and how.
Simone starts as a fearful and purposeless character, in contrast to Kamina's bold, mythic ambitions.
Kamina becomes an idol for Simone, driving him to push beyond his limits.
Mantras and golden rules help focus on higher ideals, like 'Resist logic to exceed the impossible.'
Simone’s turning point occurs when he risks his life for Kamina, pushing beyond his fears.
Kamina helps Simone believe in his potential, even when Simone cannot see it.
Kamina's death marks a transition for Simone, who must now rely on himself to grow.
Simone takes Kamina’s ideals and evolves them, becoming a leader in his own right.
Julius Caesar’s inspiration came from comparing himself to Alexander the Great, pushing him to greatness.
The four-minute mile barrier was broken by one man, inspiring others to follow suit.
Using inspiration, real or fictional, can push people to achieve beyond their perceived limits.
Transcripts
[Music]
foreign
gooden logan has an amazing amount of
quotable lines and memorable scenes
this particular one stands out to me not
because it's better or worse than any
others
but like much of the show the depths of
his genius that lies behind its comedic
out of the shell
may be lost to some and brush off as one
of the many mannerisms of kamina
don't believe in yourself believe in me
who believes in you
just what is the philosophy behind this
phrase and how does it apply to the act
of being human
for answers to this question we have to
start from a different point
and work the way up to it i introduce
you to death
from the movie the hog father now
tell me what would have happened if you
hadn't saved him
yes the sun would not have risen
then what would have happened a mere
ball of flaming
gas would have illuminated the world
all right i'm not stupid you're saying
that humans need fantasies to make
life bearable no
humans need fantasy to be
human to be the place where the falling
angel
meets the rising ape with tooth fairies
hogfathers yes as practice you have to
start out learning to believe
the little lies so we can believe the
big ones
you need to believe in things that
aren't true
how else can they become
[Music]
the first part of that clip the fallen
angel meeting the rising ape
that is one of the major driving forces
of human evolution in a nutshell
we have our base animalistic instincts
and our higher levels of consciousness
while we have not done away with those
base instincts we have learned to
control them
to put satisfaction to the side in order
to work towards something greater
the ant and the grasshopper is a fable
that showcases the swell
the grasshopper was enjoying it
somewhere while the ant was toiling away
in the heat
the grass helped mock the ants for
wasting away at summer
and going through all of this
self-induced suffering finally
winter came and the grasshopper could
find no food
so he died the ant on the other hand
enjoyed all of his delicious food in his
cozy home
that he spent all summer working on
these physical examples also extend to
the metaphysical ones
we learn to do away with petty anger to
work with someone for the greater good
we turn off the entertaining tv in order
to toil away with our tedious studies
the entire concept of self-improvement
of becoming a belly u
has two questions always attached to it
why
and how the ant and the grass output is
pretty simple
the y is so that the ant doesn't starve
the how
is the hardwood during the summer how
about with something a bit more vague
i want to become a good person i want to
become a leader
i want to make things better i want
to help there is nothing from these
statements that you can pinpoint
but everyone listening knows damn well
with that feeling deep inside your gut
that there is something behind those
words green the pastures beyond the
horizon
but why even strive for these things and
how simone starts out the cities as
being pretty pathetic
he has no real aim or purpose in life as
stated in his opening words to us
contrast that with kamina the almost
surreal figure
chasing what is at this point a
mythological place
the outside the world beyond the ceiling
despite the sheer lunacy of this man
facing down a giant monster with nothing
more than a sword
simone sees something deeper beyond the
insanity he sees a figure that he
idolizes for reasons
even he probably couldn't quite pin down
at this point
and this idol this idea of what a man
should be
drives simone to further evolve this
idea even has a slogan
you can think of this in our world as a
mantra or even a golden rule
a mantra is something used in buddhism a
word or phrase repeated over and
over to help in focus and concentration
a golden rule is a basic principle that
you should strive to follow to ensure a
better life or outcome
resist logic to exceed the impossible is
the mantra or golden rule in the show
that
without it would have never let the
humans achieve anything beyond the
endless cycle of warden's struggle
against the beastman
[Music]
foreign
[Music]
so how do we first see simone usage
[Music]
my
he uses it to do the right thing to
become a better man
in that moment he swallows his basic
instincts of fear and desire for safety
with the hired ideal of risking his life
for his brother
the fallen angel meets the rising ape
simone didn't do this because he
believed in himself he didn't do it
because he even thought he could
no every sensible thing to do in that
situation was to look for safety
but thanks to the mantra of something he
perceived as greater than him
he pushed on when kamina told him don't
believe in yourself
he was right up until this point what
has seymour really done or shown us
he can dig holes be sad and scared
that's it when we began the show we all
thought kaimuno was the main character
the one who would lead us to the
greatness of the conclusion
simone was the watson to our sherlock
the cowardly kid whose point of view we
got to see the main character from
and that's how he saw it too but kairina
saw something more than him
we got to hear the story between them
leave it down the line
where they were stuck underground due to
an earthquake
from simone's point of view kamina's
bravery and smoky face
led him to escape but from communist
point of view
it was simone's steadfast digging that
kept them going
kamina had to keep up the false face of
the idol he was being to ensure
simone didn't give up neither so
kamina's basic stance towards simone
from that point on was fine
if you can't see your own greatness yet
then believe in me
when i tell you that you can do
something greater if you don't think you
can do it
listen to me if i tell you you can do it
then you should despite your protests
it's not logical
but [ __ ] logic with team goodin the
whole of communist being
was the how his results were why
because of the constant success simone
developed a field for being able to pull
off the impossible
something he may have never been able to
do if he wasn't able to witness
communist deeds
hell that's something that the whole of
the humans both on the surface
and on the ground picked up thanks to
his idiotic
brain death schemer to steal a god damn
robot from the enemies
and actually pulling it off the rest of
the surface will follow suit
and the people on the ground came on up
this paragon of masculinity
showed them the how the preceding
victories over the generals
gave them the why kamina and the team
gooden flag
now die gooden flag became a symbol for
humanity
if people didn't believe that they could
do it thinking themselves as the apes
they'd look upon the symbol of the
angels who strive for what they could
team died good and believed in them so
they didn't have to believe in
themselves
they just needed to be shown the
possibilities does this mean that before
kamina
no one else had the ability to steal a
gunman no
but how can they do something that they
don't even perceive as an idea yet
it's like trying to touch something that
doesn't exist or rather
trying to touch something you don't even
know exists
before kamina died he gave these final
parting words
oh
any key
[Applause]
since he knew his time was up it was
also time for simone to stop relying on
idols
but to rely on himself kamina opened up
the path
but simone must walk it himself now that
doesn't mean that crimean is forever
gone
simone put it best in his resurrection
[Music]
speech
[Music]
[Applause]
[Music]
foreign
notice how despite sounding a lot like
kamina
and even using signature pose he's no
longer just imitating
he's become these things this ideal of
masculinity
and made them his own he knows that
despite no longer chasing after his idol
it's still there with him like a power
source he can draw upon when he doesn't
know what to do
[Music]
[Laughter]
so let me ask you dear viewers who or
what is your inspiration
and do you use them to achieve your
fullest potential do you throw out logic
in order to fulfill these gaps between
who you are and who you could be
do you still get weighed down by these
pity desires of your basic instincts
never fully committing yourself to who
you could be julius caesar
was just another genetic government
official until he saw a statue of
alexander the great
and when he saw what alexander achieved
at the same age that he was
he wept a disappointment of what he was
he went on to become emperor of one of
the greatest nations of that age
every hero you see every man and woman
who has gone off and achieved a pinnacle
of their fields
all started out seeing someone above
them showing them the way
of what they could be the greatest of
masters who seem beyond human
all start out with monkey-like
imitations then those masters
who started out with only imitation
paved the way for the people that
followed after them
it was believed that a four-minute mile
was a physical impossibility for the
human body to ever produce
until one man actually did it six months
later
another one accomplished the same feat
by years and over a dozen people
followed suit
now the four minute mile has gone from
impossibility
to measuring stick for the elite runners
all this thanks to one man rejecting the
logic of the time to achieve the
impossible
this person you draw upon could be real
or they could be fictional
it doesn't matter so long as they
achieve something beyond the scope of
what they previously thought
if thinking you want to go super saiyan
gets you to do a couple more push-ups
when you thought you couldn't go on
then by all means if you want to be
somebody whose very presence radiates
with people around you
and makes them strive to be better then
use the ideal of all might
if you want to make the world a better
place for a death note then get some
help
but in all other examples strive to be
the best person you can be
and if you don't think you can then
don't believe in yourself believe in me
who believes in all of you
[Music]
you
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