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Self-Defined Human Podcast

Self-Defined Human

Transmissions from the edge of thought, ritual, and reality. Piano, philosophy, the internet, gods and glitches. Not every voice echoes beyond the walls—but those that do carry weight. But...what is happening to the old episodes??? nomichaelhere.substack.com

society & culture philosophy

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18:48

Why The Cheesecake Factory Works

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2025/10/28

Late night temple rant from the priest (October 27, 2025).(this drop has been released)Enter the temple: https://temple.michaelkorman.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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25:59

It’s Not the Algorithm. It’s YOU.

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Late night temple rant from the priest (October 26, 2025).(this drop has been released)Enter the temple: https://temple.michaelkorman.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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19:39

Stop Creating 'Original' Videos—Do This Instead

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2025/10/26

Late night temple rant from the priest (October 24, 2025).Enter the temple: https://temple.michaelkorman.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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0:59

Why You Still Have Tension at the Piano (Even After...

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2025/10/25

Tension isn’t something that happens TO you.Rather, it’s something you are doing to yourself (whether or not you are even aware of it). I know it can seem like this stuff comes out of nowhere. Habits that are so familiar and comfortable can easily escape notice. But, they are still habits, and you are still doing them. And you’re doing them for a reason.Everything we do is done either to seek pleasure or avoid pain.Which is it?#tension #musicians #piano #mindfulness #randomtalkingvideo

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21:26

#1 - The Drama Triangle (reconsecrated)

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2025/09/29

The temple speaks, but only when fed.This is Episode 1—the real one. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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35:54

F**k That S**t

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2025/02/17

How to stay on track even though the Internet. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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14:04

Workshop with Michael & Fabienne

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/11/02

Join us for the workshop on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.Sign up here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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44:07

Mental Health is a GAME

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/08/17

Mental health is a game. Anxiety disorders are made up. You should obey teachers blindly.It took me a few minutes to get into this one, but I said some good stuff if you’re patient enough to listen to the whole thing.Watch the video:* Instagram* YouTube(Free class from August 16, 2024 on Instagram) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nomichaelhere.substack.com

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1:40

No more friend zone

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/05/23

I learned a new term yesterday: projective identification.The APA Dictionary of Psychology defines it as follows:“in psychoanalysis, a defense mechanism in which the individual projects qualities that are unacceptable to the self onto another individual and that person [that’s YOU] internalizes the projected qualities and believes themself to be characterized by them appropriately and justifiably.”That’s the real danger of the friend zone: you actually start to believe you’re a friend.But, you’re

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2:33

How to get more clients

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/05/14

I don’t know how you’ll get more clients, but let’s look at the truth: you are attracting, right now, the people you should be attracting.You’re creating relationships, on the fly, as you go through life. Those relationships have natural momentum. You put energy out into the universe and this is who came back.If you want more clients, and people to pay you money and see you as an expert, you have to start putting out the right energy. You have to look at the results of your actions. You have to take

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3:54

Be more like Taylor Swift and less like you

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/05/09

As we all know, Taylor Swift is a great performer who makes lots of money. Everybody loves her and she’s on the cover of every magazine.Why? Is it because of her looks? Her singing technique? Her guitar playing? Her piano playing? All the people she’s connected to?No.But, if you want to be like Taylor Swift…(your version of it, whatever it is…you’re not going to be Taylor Swift, of course…)…you’ve got to understand what she’s doing.Her music has a message and she’s determined to spread that

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1:32

Your brain is broken

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/29

If you don’t fix your piano playing, it will continue to sound and look the way it does. No one will ever admire it, it will inspire no one, and you’ll look and sound like an amateur forever.Those are the stakes.Here’s how you fix it:* Admit there’s a problem.* Admit you want the problem fixed.* Be willing to be a student and submit to someone who knows more than you.* Hold them accountable.You’re not capable of doing this on your own.You must be willing to be embarrassed, to be ashamed, and to be

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1:28

Your focus should be on ME

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/29

You don’t have to believe, but you must at least pretend. Otherwise, the placebo effect won’t work and you’re wasting your time and my time.You only get out what you put in.Right now, you’re putting in zero. If you put in 10, you’d get out 10.So, explain.What’s the deal? You don’t want 10?How about 5?4?3?2?1?ANYTHING will get you something.Zero will get you nothing.You MUST pretend to believe.This is a cult. I’m the leader.You must respect me and obey my orders, without question.You’re in a cult and

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1:55

How to cure trauma

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/27

You think you need an environment that’s 100% nurturing.No, that’s not true. You’re more resilient than that.Sure, it can’t be 0%, but it doesn’t have to be 100%.That’s an idealistic fantasy. You can’t have 100% nurturing.What you need is exposure.You need to face your fears.You need to do scary things.They don’t have to be big, but they have to be scary.Whatever nurturing environment you need is only a container for the exposure.The exposure is the thing.You should watch the movie Top Gun. Also

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2:09

Kormanism is the path of generosity

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/25

Claim:I’m generous and you’re not.Proof:I’m taking a risk by calling out your behavior. I could alienate everyone else. You, on the other hand, aren’t taking any risks. You’re playing it safe by giving generic advice anyone could find with a 10-second Google search.See the difference? I’m taking a risk and you’re not.Yes, I know what I’m asking you to do isn’t comfortable. I know it doesn’t feel safe. It’s not supposed to.I’m asking you to take a risk:* to stand behind your own words,* to be a

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2:52

call to arms

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/22

I know this doesn’t feel like a good time to start a war, but we have to do this. If we don’t do it now, when are we going to do it?This is the time. There’s no “better” time. We’re not going to wait and find a better time.We are slaves to the Classical Music Culture.The time to break free is NOW.We need to begin amassing our forces.Don’t worry, we’re not going to confront them directly. The CMC feeds off of insubordination. Direct confrontation won’t work and it’ll only make them stronger.We must

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2:05

idgaf about the cat, the kids, or anyone

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/21

I hate having to send emails like this, but here it is.Let’s get clear on a couple of things: you don’t have to pay money to be a member of the Cult of Kormanism, but you must take it seriously.This is serious work. We’re changing the world.You must take it seriously.In your life, we come first.We come before your friends, your family, your work, your religion, any other spiritual practice, or anything else:* If your mother were in the hospital on her deathbed, and we call for you, you leave her

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2:30

Why I asked for money

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/16

Last week, I asked for money.It was a hard decision and I want to tell you why.My first thought was to try getting the money by selling you something. But, that would have been manipulative, so I decided to ask for the money directly.It wasn’t easy, since I tend to be hyper-independent, even pushing people away when they try to help. But, I needed help so I stood up to my fear and asked.That’s why I felt so encouraged by this email from someone who gets it:“I have experienced more miracles than I

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2:09

OJ is dead

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/14

Yes, it’s cool to hate OJ. But you’re better than that.Fine, sure, condemn what he did. But don’t condemn him.You’ve done bad things, too, right? They might be minor things, but we all know the mob would go after you too if they could get away with it. That’s what mobs do. They go after anybody who’s “bad”.Don’t be part of the mob.Don’t encourage the mob.Stand up to the mob.Go against the flow. Take a risk.Choose a point of view and defend it. You get to choose what it is. You’ve got to articulate

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1:27

New piano lesson program

Self-Defined Human Podcast ·

2024/04/13

I want to tell you about a new 1-1 piano program called Removing the Mask.It’s 2 months long and costs $1000.In the program, you’ll learn to:* stop hesitating* add emotion to your playing* ensure you’ve accomplished something before quitting a piece, and* understand which notes are OK to leave out.Here’s how we’re going to do it:Over the two months, you’ll practice 4 exercises, one for each of the above outcomes:* Remove the mask* Accept your feelings* Do the minimum work* Take some f*****g

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