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Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World
“Man is the creature who does not know what to desire, and he turns to others in order to make up his mind. We desire what others desire because we imitate their desires.” — René Girard.
René Girard’s Mimetic Theory Changed The Way I Looked At My Own Desires.
Mimetic theory, developed by René Girard, is a sweeping explanation of human behavior, desire, conflict, religion, and culture. Here’s a clear and direct overview you can use in your writing or thinking:
1. Mimetic Desire
At the core of the theory is a simple but explosive claim:
We do not generate our desires autonomously. We imitate what others