Podcast Summary
Exploring Personal Growth Through Therapy: Seeking help for personal issues and self-improvement is valuable, even if it's a private journey.
Self-improvement and seeking help are important, even if it may not be noticeable to others. The speaker, Bramble, shares her experience of going to therapy to work on her handwriting and personal issues. She mentions how she felt the need to keep it private until she could share it publicly on the podcast. The conversation also touches on the uniqueness of therapy experiences and the initial awkwardness of starting therapy sessions. Despite the personal nature of the topic, the speakers maintain a lighthearted and humorous tone throughout the discussion.
The impact of our past on our present: Reflecting on our past through therapy, journaling, or creativity can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and personal growth.
Our subconscious thoughts and experiences from our past, even those we don't remember or don't think about often, can significantly impact our present lives. Therapy can help us uncover these connections and provide insights that lead to personal growth. Our fast-paced lives often prevent us from reflecting on our past, making journaling an essential tool for self-awareness and introspection. The discussion also revealed that creativity can emerge from these introspective processes, leading to the creation of art or media that resonates with others.
Overcoming Writing Blocks and Finding Inspiration: Writing is a valuable skill, pushing through fear of imperfection leads to growth, and early drafts can serve as reminders of progress.
Writing, no matter how difficult or imperfect the process may seem, is a valuable creative outlet and a skill that improves with time. The speaker shares their personal experience of overcoming a writing block and the importance of pushing through the fear of imperfection. They also mention the inspiration and escapism that writing can provide, and the potential for growth and learning from even the longest and most unconventional works. The speaker encourages starting the creative process, even if it feels daunting or unpolished, and suggests keeping early drafts as a reminder of progress and potential for future reflection.
Balancing Acts: The Complexities of Pursuing Creative Goals: Acting requires a significant time commitment and mental energy, making it challenging to balance with other responsibilities. The financial burden of college and pressure of deadlines can hinder creative pursuits, but determination and a love for learning can help overcome these challenges.
Acting, while fun, requires a significant time commitment and can be challenging to balance with other responsibilities, such as school or a full-time job. The speaker shares their experience of filming for long hours and the mental energy required to juggle multiple focuses. They also discuss the financial burden of college and the pressure of deadlines, which can hinder the ability to fully commit to creative projects. Despite the challenges, the speaker expresses their love for learning and their determination to finish what they've started. They also mention the difficulty of prioritizing creative pursuits amidst the demands of everyday life. The speaker's conversation highlights the complexities of balancing multiple passions and the sacrifices that come with pursuing creative goals.
The Beginning of Technology: Stone Age and Human Evolution: From stone tools to advanced devices, technology evolved significantly from the Stone Age to the present day. Human evolution included various versions of humans, like Neanderthals, during this period. Psychology debates the concept of insanity, as seen in cases like Jeffrey Dahmer, based on a person's state of mind during a crime.
The period from 2000000 to 100000 years ago marked the beginning of technology with the use of stone tools, known as lithics. This was the start of humans harnessing materials on an advanced level, leading to the Stone Age. It's fascinating to note that there were different versions of humans, like Neanderthals, during this time. Moving forward, technology evolved from the use of stones to advanced devices like computers. In the realm of psychology, a topic of great fascination, insanity is determined based on a person's state of mind at the time of committing a crime. The case of Jeffrey Dahmer presents an intriguing debate among psychologists regarding his insanity. Ultimately, it comes down to whether a person is conscious of their actions and their consequences. The class discussions provided insights into various intriguing cases and debates, making college an enriching experience.
Understanding Intentions and Access to Knowledge: Considering intentions behind actions and ensuring access to knowledge are crucial in understanding complex issues. Trust scientific research and peer-reviewed journals for informed decisions.
The intentions behind actions, even if they result in negative consequences, should be considered when evaluating the situation. This was discussed in relation to the topic of mental health and insanity, where the belief that someone is acting with good intentions, even if they end up in a hospital, is important to consider. Additionally, the accessibility of knowledge and education was highlighted as a crucial factor in understanding complex issues like climate change. The high cost of education can limit people's access to it, leading to misunderstandings and misconceptions. It's essential to trust scientific research and peer-reviewed journals to make informed decisions on critical issues. Overall, the conversation emphasized the importance of empathy, understanding, and access to knowledge in navigating complex topics.
Community colleges and passion-driven learning: Community colleges offer affordable education and the chance to later transfer to prestigious universities. Passion-driven learning can provide a rewarding experience.
Money and the prestige of a college should not be the only deciding factors when it comes to pursuing higher education. Community colleges and associate's degrees can provide valuable education at a lower cost, and students can later transfer to more prestigious universities to complete their degrees. Moreover, the learning experience itself can be enjoyable and rewarding, especially when students get to choose subjects they are passionate about. Additionally, the speaker shared a fond memory of using Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing in elementary school, which helped them develop fast typing skills. They suggested doing a video competition with a friend to see who could type the fastest using the computer and texting methods. Furthermore, the speaker emphasized that learning is a fun and valuable experience, regardless of where or how it takes place. They encouraged everyone to explore their interests and take advantage of opportunities to learn new things.
Appreciation for Bold and Authentic Characters: Participants admired Brianna Boho's bold personality and controversial content, acknowledging her impact on fans despite explicit material, and emphasized the importance of authenticity in character development.
The discussion revolved around the character Brianna Boho from the show "Internet Detention," with the participants expressing their admiration for her bold personality and controversial content. They compared her to Tana Mongeau and joked about her explicit tweets, acknowledging that her material might not be suitable for all audiences, especially young viewers. Despite this, they respected her for her authenticity and the impact she has on her fans. Another topic touched upon was the importance of costumes and props in bringing a character to life, with the participants sharing their experiences of feeling more in character when wearing specific outfits or accessories. The conversation also included some light-hearted moments, such as attempting to do a popular Instagram trend called "voguing" to make their faces look more awake. Overall, the discussion showcased the group's appreciation for bold and authentic characters, as well as their ability to find humor in various situations.
The power of unusual facial expressions and intense eye contact: Unusual facial expressions and intense eye contact can make some people uncomfortable, conveying a lot of information silently and significantly impacting interactions.
Intense eye contact and unusual facial expressions can be intimidating or unsettling to some people due to our natural human instinct to perceive anything that goes against what we consider normal as wrong or weird. This can lead to feelings of insecurity and discomfort, making us want to avoid prolonged eye contact or engage in other distracting behaviors. The discussion also touched upon the idea that body language and facial expressions convey a lot of information without speaking a word, and can significantly impact how we perceive and interact with others. Additionally, the conversation veered off into a light-hearted segment about tennis, clothing, and personal expression.
Embracing Self-Expression through Fashion: Fashion is a powerful tool for self-expression and can boost confidence, even amidst criticism or bullying. Surrounding oneself with supportive and creative people can inspire one to embrace their unique style and try new things.
Self-expression through fashion can be a source of encouragement and confidence, even when faced with criticism or bullying. The speaker shares her experience of being bullied for trying to be fashionable in her youth, which made her shy away from expressing herself through clothing for a long time. However, being in a supportive and creative environment has inspired her to embrace her "extra" side again and try new things. The speaker also mentions how roasting each other's fashion choices among friends can actually be a source of inspiration and motivation. The conversation also highlights the unique and diverse fashion styles present in their office, showcasing how everyone expresses themselves differently. The speaker expresses excitement for her friends' fashion journeys and looks forward to seeing their growth and experimentation. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of self-expression and the positive impact it can have on one's confidence and creativity.
Discussing Unique Hairstyles and Possible New Looks: Embrace unique features and experiment with new hairstyles, from mullets to buzz cuts and mustaches.
Our conversation led to a discussion about unique hairstyles and their potential impact on one's persona. The mention of a mullet brought to mind the image of a character from Redneck Pokemon named Cooter. The misunderstanding arose from a photo where Cece held up color palettes, making it appear as if Ian had a mullet. Ian saw this as an opportunity to embrace his potential new look, comparing it to country singer Lee Greenwood. He also considered drastic changes such as a buzz cut or shaving his head entirely. The conversation then shifted to the possibility of a mustache, with Ian sharing his past experience of growing one for a joke photograph. The discussion ended with suggestions for Ian to try out different hairstyles, including a sleek back or a Roman helmet-inspired braid. Ultimately, the conversation showcased the importance of embracing one's unique features and experimenting with new looks.
Considering a bold hair change, but worried about maintenance and cost: Speaker contemplates drastic hair change inspired by actresses, but hesitates due to upkeep concerns and natural hair characteristics.
The speaker is contemplating a drastic change in her appearance by dyeing her hair a bold color, but she's hesitant due to the maintenance and potential cost involved. She's inspired by actresses like Scarlett Johansson and Emma Stone, and has considered trying out red hair. However, she's concerned about the upkeep, especially since she has blonde eyebrows and naturally flat hair. The speaker also mentions the idea of starting a beauty channel with her friends, potentially called "Smosh Glam." Overall, the conversation reveals the speaker's playful and creative approach to personal appearance and her willingness to experiment with new looks.
Unexpected twists and turns in brainstorming sessions: Embrace new experiences and the unexpected twists and turns during brainstorming sessions to fuel creativity
Creativity strikes in unexpected places, whether it's brainstorming names for a new beauty channel or throwing axes at an ax-throwing venue. During a pitch meeting for Smosh's new beauty channel, the team discussed unique ideas, such as a blind scent guessing game. The conversation then shifted to their recent ax-throwing experience at LA Axe. Despite some team members not being able to attend, they shared their experiences and the excitement of the activity. The team also discussed their favorite beverages, leading to a conversation about Brisk iced tea and its commercials from the past. Though some team members believed Brisk wasn't real tea, it was revealed that it does contain tea powder, making it technically a tea. The team's conversation showcases the importance of embracing new experiences and the unexpected twists and turns that come with brainstorming and creativity.
Misinformation and Confusion from Unreliable Sources: Be cautious of misinformation from unreliable sources, fact-check, and verify information from reliable sources to make informed decisions.
Relying on information from unreliable sources, even from people in your own office, can lead to misinformation and confusion. For instance, the discussion around the caffeine content in different types of root beers showcased this issue. While some root beers like A&W, IBC, and Mug Root Beer are caffeine-free, others like Barks Root Beer contain caffeine. However, due to misinformation and conflicting opinions, it can be challenging to distinguish fact from fiction. This can lead to unnecessary confusion and even amusement, as in the case of the belief that 2 cups of coffee can make your penis bigger. To avoid such misinformation, it's essential to fact-check and verify information from reliable sources. Additionally, be mindful of the potential for confirmation bias, where we tend to believe information that aligns with our pre-existing beliefs and dismiss information that contradicts them. By being vigilant and critical of the information we consume, we can reduce the chances of falling victim to misinformation and make more informed decisions.
Understanding individual reactions to substances: Everyone reacts differently to various substances, and it's essential to consider context and personal reactions while being aware of potential side effects.
While there are various debates about the health effects of different substances like caffeine, alcohol, and probiotics, it's essential to consider the context and individual reactions. For instance, coffee, which can have negative effects like staining teeth or causing anxiety for some people, can also help adults complete important tasks. Similarly, non-alcoholic beer, which some Olympians swear by as a post-workout drink, contains carbs and calories but no alcohol, making it a refreshing and guilt-free option for many. Kombucha, with its tiny amount of alcohol, may not get most people drunk but could potentially cause brain fog for those who consume too much probiotic-rich food or beverages. Ultimately, everyone reacts differently to various substances, and it's crucial to find what works best for you while being aware of potential side effects.
The importance of balance and moderation in food and substance consumption: Maintain balance by consuming foods and substances in moderation, except for a few exceptions. Probiotics help keep good bacteria in the body, especially when taking antibiotics. Enjoy favorite foods and beverages in moderation, and appreciate the positive impact of individuals like GT Dave.
Moderation is key when it comes to consumption of various foods and substances, except for a few exceptions like heroin, cigarettes, and excessive alcohol. The speaker shares his personal experiences with Greek yogurt, kombucha, and alcohol, emphasizing the importance of balance. He also discusses the role of probiotics in maintaining good bacteria in the body, especially when taking antibiotics. The speaker expresses a more relaxed attitude towards certain experiences, like a little brain fog or enjoying a favorite food or beverage, as long as it's in moderation. He also shares his admiration for GT Dave, the creator of GT's Kombucha, and the positive impact the man's presence had on him. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of balance and moderation in various aspects of life.
GT Dave's Resilience Amid Controversy and the Lasting Impact of Gay Conversion Therapy: GT Dave's story highlights the resilience of individuals in the face of adversity, but the lasting impact of gay conversion therapy on those who have undergone it remains a significant issue.
Despite facing harsh criticism and being a part of a controversial industry, GT Dave showed resilience and even invited his critics to collaborate with him. However, not all stories have happy endings. A man who founded one of the largest gay conversion therapy camps came out as gay himself, but the impact of his past actions on the lives of those who went through his program remains a significant issue. The conversation also touched upon the persistence of the belief that being LGBTQ+ is a choice, and the challenges faced by those who have undergone conversion therapy in accepting their identities. The discussion ended with light-hearted banter and a task for the listeners to come up with a name for the beauty channel.
Sharing daily habits and keeping the connection light: The SmoshCast hosts value their connection through their podcast and share their daily habits, encouraging audience engagement with subscriptions, likes, and notifications.
The SmoshCast hosts, Ian and Courtney, value their connection through their podcast and keep their personal interactions light and playful, even entertaining the idea of an entire day of silence. They appreciate their audience and encourage them to engage with their content by subscribing, liking, and hitting the bell button on YouTube for notifications. They also share some of their daily habits, such as eating Greek yogurt, drinking coffee, and having a non-alcoholic beer after working out. Overall, their podcast is a source of entertainment and a way for them to connect with their fans.
