Resources and Recommendations
I can't believe I forgot to include a link to this earlier. This may be one of the greatest documentaries ever made on understanding the world and making sense of things. It's called the Century of the Self, by Adam Curtis. Available for free in many places. Make sure to keep a copy for yourself.
https://youtu.be/eJ3RzGoQC4s?si=L2dY30JGKD6LwRJO