How Does Your Nemesis Function Work? | EgoHackers

Summary

In this video, Ben delves into the concept of the 'Nemesis' cognitive attitude, drawing parallels to the Greek goddess Nemesis who punishes hubris. Through the lens of Jungian psychology, he explores how each personality type's 'Nemesis' function creates uncertainty, pushing individuals to expand their perspective. The video examines how the Nemesis interacts with the hero function in each personality type, highlighting the tension between pride and self-awareness. Ben outlines all eight Nemesis functions, providing insights on how they challenge personal growth and understanding, encouraging viewers to confront their blind spots for a more balanced and prepared life.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Nemesis is a cognitive attitude representing uncertainty and worry, rooted in pride and closed-mindedness, according to Jungian psychology.
• 😀 Nemesis functions pull on the hero's cognitive function to expand their perspective, challenging their biases and shortcomings.
• 😀 The Nemesis is not about inability (like the inferior function) but about uncertainty and the worry of missing something important.
• 😀 There are eight different Nemesis functions, each corresponding to a specific cognitive function in the hero position (e.g., Te Nemesis, Fe Nemesis, etc.).
• 😀 Te Nemesis (ISTP/INTP) challenges individuals to trust other people's thinking and verify external ideas, especially when relying too heavily on their own thoughts.
• 😀 TI Nemesis (ESTJ/ENTJ) urges individuals to think more thoroughly and verify facts, pushing them to move beyond overreliance on what others think or external sources.
• 😀 Fe Nemesis (ISFP/INFP) pushes individuals to consider the feelings and values of others, expanding beyond their own personal emotions and beliefs.
• 😀 Fi Nemesis (ESFJ/ENFJ) encourages individuals to recognize their worth and values, rather than depending solely on others' perceptions and standards.
• 😀 NE Nemesis (INFJ/INJ) warns about being manipulated by others' intentions, encouraging them to verify others' motives and plan for potential future consequences.
• 😀 SE Nemesis (ISFJ/ISTJ) asks individuals to expand their view and be more attentive to other people's sensory experiences and comfort levels, ultimately improving relationships.

Q & A

What is the concept of Nemesis in Greek mythology, and how does it relate to cognitive psychology?

In Greek mythology, Nemesis was the goddess who punished individuals for their hubris. In the context of cognitive psychology, particularly Jungian analytical psychology, the Nemesis represents the source of worry and uncertainty within the mind, which challenges individuals to expand their perspectives and confront areas they might be blind to.

How does the Nemesis function create uncertainty in an individual?

The Nemesis function generates uncertainty by highlighting the areas that an individual is unaware of or neglecting. It pulls on the hero function (the dominant cognitive function) to expand its perspective, which in turn creates discomfort as it forces the individual to confront the unknown or what they are not seeing.

What is the difference between the Nemesis and the inferior function in Jungian psychology?

The inferior function deals with an individual's inability or lack of confidence, causing anxiety due to not knowing if they can perform a task. In contrast, the Nemesis is related to uncertainty about what is being missed or overlooked, causing worry not about one's capabilities, but about the bigger picture or unknown elements.

What is the relationship between the Nemesis and the hero function in cognitive psychology?

The Nemesis function is connected to the hero function (the dominant function) through cognitive orbit. The Nemesis challenges the hero to expand its perspective, especially when the hero becomes closed-minded or prideful. The tension between the two forces the individual to grow and become more aware of what they might be overlooking.

Can you explain the Nemesis function for the TE hero (ISTP and INTP)?

For ISTPs and INTPs, the TE Nemesis creates worry about trusting the validity of other people's thinking. These types often dismiss or ignore others' perspectives, but the TE Nemesis urges them to verify the thoughts and ideas of others, encouraging them to listen and understand before forming conclusions.

What does the TI Nemesis function push the ESTJ and ENTJ to do?

The TI Nemesis for ESTJs and ENTJs pushes them to think more thoroughly and critically about information they encounter. These types tend to rely heavily on external sources or the latest trends, but the TI Nemesis challenges them to verify and process information more independently, encouraging deeper analysis.

What is the challenge presented by the FE Nemesis for ISFPs and INFPs?

The FE Nemesis challenges ISFPs and INFPs to consider others' values, emotions, and perspectives. These types may focus on their own personal philosophy and values, but the FE Nemesis pushes them to recognize the feelings and suffering of others, helping them balance their own emotional world with that of those around them.

How does the F Nemesis function affect the ESFJ and ENFJ?

The F Nemesis for ESFJs and ENFJs creates concerns about not being helpful or giving enough to others. These types often seek validation from external sources and may repress their own feelings in favor of others. The F Nemesis urges them to recognize their own worth and values, teaching them that their value isn't solely dependent on how others perceive them.

What does the NE Nemesis function do for INJs and INFJs?

The NE Nemesis for INJs and INFJs involves worry about other people's intentions and potential negative consequences of others' choices. These types can be paranoid about being manipulated, and the NE Nemesis urges them to expand their perspective and verify the intentions of others to avoid misjudging situations.

How does the SI Nemesis challenge the ESTP and ESFP?

The SI Nemesis for ESTPs and ESFPs challenges them to confront their weaknesses and lack of discipline. These types often focus on external experiences and ignore their own need for consistency and commitment. The SI Nemesis teaches them that discipline in their actions and loyalty to others is necessary for success and for fostering lasting relationships.