AMWDW Thespio and "Fear of Speaking Up - Accountability vs. Responsibility"

Warning: The following moment contains topics and subject matter that some viewers may find difficult to hear. Viewer discretion is advised.
We seem to live in an age where literally EVERYTHING has social consequences and ANYTHING one does or says has the potential to come under radical judgement, even if it’s absolutely nothing. And it seems to be worse for those who feel like they’re constantly in the spotlight. So how does one cope with that?
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[@DaWillstanator]

Had this in the works for well over a year. A lot of pent up frustration and anger went into this and 2020 was the tipping point. I’ve just felt so…trapped and helpless in a world that now seems to thrive on so much radical judgement, it cripples one’s desire to be human. I’ve never been more afraid to express myself now then I’ve ever been in my entire life, and I want to change that yet I have no idea how. I never claim to be perfect, so why am I expected to be? Thanks again to Doc & Harbinger Su for helping bring this to life. I’m still not used to showing my vulnerability to the public, but….baby steps I guess.

[@KatiePatterson1]

I love you, sweetie. And I’m so glad you guys were able to finally able to get this video out. ❤️

[@atiliopoolcartoonawesome]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@stephaniehewitt7483]

Have a good day l feel like telling you that will help brighten up your life your 29year old fan stephanie ì have brain damage so I act like a 13year old girl and I feel like no matter what I said or do people hate me so I can relate 😏❣

[@BriefCasey795]

I think everything you had on your mind is completely understandable, especially the whole thing about mobs and how it connects to the “the higher you stand, the harder you’ll fall” thing. I may be a smaller creator myself compared to the likes of others, but I think I too have had similar thoughts to that since I was clearly way less mature as a person when I did my first steps into content creation, so I totally get the fear surrounding people using things you said in the past for malicious intent. I think overall you and Wolf had good points about the various things covered, and I totally get feeling awkward about putting your vulnerabilities out there, I actually kind of did the same thing but about some aspects of a different fandom in my latest video. I def don’t think this was an easy thing to talk about, so good on you for being able to talk about it, and sorry to hear it’s been that tough. :(

[@mikechicago6200]

Sorry for your troubles. I have time have problems with my mental health when I lost my grandmother back in 2009 and recently last year with my grandfather those who were basically my moral and rock compass and it was tough to lose them like losing a piece of her soul but thankfully I meant to get out all my troubles and my feelings out thanks to my family who was there for me and I visit my grandfather anytime I get to let him know how my doing and once this virus dies down for good I'm going to visit my grandmother in Mexico

[@JoeyTurner476]

:( my broski! ...I hate that this is the world we seem to live in now - you can't be neutral, you can't march to the beat of your own drum... it's all about being right and picking sides now -and heaven help you if you go against the crowd. Remember all the days when we could feel united - turning the brony fandom into a phenomenon? Bringing independence to America?! ...Yeah, no. It's all about "I'm right, you're wrong, I'm smart, you're dumb, and there ain't nothing you can do about it!"

[@noblegoldheart8508]

And as far as I see it, it’s probably going to get worse from here. I miss the days where everyone could say whatever they said without being under any scrutiny. I have met so many people in my time who think they’re right because of their egos. I’ve literally been attacked on social media just because of one comment I made that wasn’t even hurtful in anyway. I only comment on certain topics so I can share my opinion, but it doesn’t seem like I can do that anymore without someone attacking me. Because pride, ego, and looking good is the important thing to some people now a days. Social media, the news, cancel culture, and many other things have made this world into what it is. I wish the world could go back to the way it was before so that my siblings don’t have to experience this anymore. But I’m only one person, so I can’t really do much. I can only keep to myself.

[@DaylightTwinkle]

I know God is not pleased with what we did to the world and people hating on each other like you said jasper and to pretty much quote sunny “why can’t we be friends anymore?”

[@charliejones7512]

I’ve noticed it’s mostly tight knitted communities like Brony/Pony community and gaming community that are fine about opinions but even then, you’ll get that 10% or odd troll that won’t agree with you no matter what.

[@CollinJoe]

Trust me, I miss the days when you can say whatever you want and get away with it, but now, they expect so much from us, that I feel it necessary to talk less.

[@sadlobster1]

Took the words right outta my mouth

[@rene9adekni9ht97]

I have to agree with Thespio on this. In today's world, there is no middle ground. Everything is either black or white with no grey area. And for whatever reason, each and every one of us is dragged into conflict after conflict and we HAVE to give a crap about someone else's feelings and problems and what they think of us. It's not right or fair. But... if there is anything to take away from this, is that we don't have to become overwhelmed by our fears of speaking up. It is our responsibility as individuals to speak what is on our minds. Otherwise, we will be beaten into submission. We have to take a stand, and let our emotions be heard -- even if it is seen in a negative way by others. We are letting ourselves be heard. Don't fear confrontation. Fear what happens when you don't speak up for yourself. To quote a song, "You've gotta reach down, dig deep, and break ground. Show them all you won't be beaten"

[@animalpawpony3547]

I like your take on the subject, but there is a problem; what do people do when you have the desire to speak up, and yet when others chose the option of "I'm going to hear you, but not listen to you"? With those situations, there is almost no difference between speaking up and being silent, because the people you are trying to communicate to are deciding to only listen and help you when it's convenient for themselves or if there's time to help the person who is asking for something. Not to mention someone asking for help on something they've never done before, thereby learning from scrath, but the person they seek help from gives them the "cold shoulder" and expects the newbie to "figure it out", when the newbie is asking for help BECAUSE they don't know how to "figure it out". It's one of those dangerous, yet real situations where when the school systems choose to teach students to be obedient and not be able to think for themselves, the student suffers because they can only do tasks based on what and how they learn, because the system treats any other means of doing things as taboo. And yet, those qualities of "thinking for yourself, time management, ect" are exactly the qualities most jobs need and expect from their employees. When you're put into those situations, what do you do to get out of them? How do you break the chains of influence a system has over you, that desires to have you be a robot, when in reality, you want to be a PERSON, A HUMAN, but the institutions say "screw you and your ways, this is how things are done because we say so, and anything otherwise is your fault"?

[@rene9adekni9ht97]

@@animalpawpony3547 A very detailed and astute question. And while I'm not therapist, I can only provide an answer my own therapist has told me. "Set boundaries". If no one respects your boundaries, and wishes for you to be a robot and to obey them without giving you a chance to express yourself, then it's likely that they will never respect you as a person or even see you as one. As for the situation of the newbie learning from scrap when the person they asked is giving them the cold shoulder, there are those who words alone will always fall on depth ears. But that should not stop you from asking for help. If that person doesn't want to help, then someone else should be of better assistance. And yes I'm sure these answers may not be what you were expecting, but that's pretty much all I can offer. I wanted to provide my insight on your question and I hope that I helped a little.

[@revaslatts4301]

"I wish I could answer this, but... I really don't know why I care about the thoughts and feelings of others or why I let empathy take over my judgment..." That one hit me like a ton of bricks, Thespio. I have that same problem, and in middle school, that problem caused me to be best friends with a toxic person without knowing why until I became an adult. As an author, this also affects me in how I'd been scared to show others my work and constantly fear that anything I write shall cause entitled jerks or worse to vilify me for very stupid reasons.

[@lightning-bliss]

I'm trying not to cry right now. Will/Thespio put things into words I don't think I could express myself. I've had runins with people who'd message me, demanding me to take notice and speak out about some sort of poltical affair, view, perespective, incident with other individuals, some which I'm not even involved with, and expect me to go public with my thoughts whether good or bad. Explaining that I'm an entertainer, my videos are about entertainment, not political drama or serious topics that would be considered all of what Thespio explained, and yet...because of my following, people expect me to do so anyway because of said following...Like I owe them this, even though I too am scared to speak knowing the risk that Thespio expresses is there. Hence why I DO NOT speak on these topics, it's not what my channel was for...We shouldn't be pressured if we don't wish to speak, but we also shouldn't be attacked for speaking either...I don't know if this contributes but, I'm crying right along with you Will. Love ya bro. Thanks for sharing this too Doc, it helps. Good job to the artist/animator as well. Great job on animating Thespio during the more difficult parts of his speech.

[@mikechicago6200]

Kudos and i wish you all well, and thank you Doc.

[@annmareegenos9318]

So many words but yes I agree with lightning bliss and thespio this is a problem that needs to be fixed

[@sethcarlow8363]

this video hurts.

[@revaslatts8011]

Well said

[@kendraressler4497]

As I grow older, the more I begin to appreciate nuance. In this life there are going to be unanswered questions and while I may have my own perspective, I am not going condemn anybody based solely on my word alone. That's not my place, and it would be foolish of me to even believe that it is. That doesn't mean we shouldn't take a stand on issues that are important, but it needs to be done in a manner that is not attention seeking or one that just wants to destroy opposition by any means necessary. And as I am a Christian, I answer to a higher authority above me and I ultimately leave it in God's hands.

[@thetraveller2681]

You know.. there is a quote I go by "Even when the world around you goes dark and everything is out to get you there will always be a light to keep you going". To me the world now a days is a harsh place but there is always a way to get throught it. Weather it's with friends and/or family. You can always be yourself no matter what. And to anyone who felt like Thespio I WILL BE THERE FOR YOU. I WILL HOLD MY HAND UP TO THE SKY TO BE BY YOUR SIDE. no matter what.

[@johnkrappweis7367]

Here’s a quote that helps me get through my encounters with situations like this. It comes from the 19th century showman P.T. Barnum. “You can please all of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you will NEVER please all of the people all of the time.”

[@revaslatts4301]

It can't be understated how right he was.

[@samcase9328]

This…speaks to me. On multiple levels. Having heard and seen the situations that match what Thespio brought up in this video makes me think back to the moments where *I’ve* gotten so angry that I just want a villain to wail at or brutalize. I’ve…honestly felt like I’ve had a worse temper than Firebrand ever did. I’ve been trying to work on it-especially for the sake of my own special somepony-but…if I don’t make my progress clear and known, then I feel it won’t matter. Thanks, Doc…for showing how I feel through your talk with Thespio.

[@DRWolf001]

Glad we could be of service :)

[@FluffDragonArt]

You echo so many of the same thoughts and feelings I've had over the past year or so. Harry Potter was my childhood and there are times that I feel guilty for still enjoying the series and even introducing it to my children. I've remained silent, even on my art, mental health, and life updates due to fear of being judged or "cancelled". Especially as my commissions were the only income my family had for a full year at one point. I couldn't risk speaking out or speaking up or we wouldn't be able to pay bills. Just because I believe one way doesn't mean I judge someone or want to cancel them for believing another way. Apparently, however, it feels like we can't expect that kind of respect in return and have to just take the barrage of insults, attacks, and straight-up bullying when we express our opinion or make a mistake or we risk having everything we've built ripped to shreds. I hope people watch this video and come to the realization that, while people should be held accountable, it should be done by due process of law, NOT via what is essentially a mob who are completely unable to see the full story or who are biased because a friend or someone they look up to is involved. It isn't healthy and it isn't productive. Thank you for having the courage to speak up, Wil. I hope the best for you.

[@DRWolf001]

Thank you kindly for adding your thoughts here Fluff :)

[@nathanmeersman9723]

@@DRWolf001 I wonder if the "equestrian" "dog" has talked to the mlp characters of g1, g1.5, g2, g2.5, g3, g3.5, g3.5.5, g4.5, g5, g5.5, and "MLP: equestrian girls" basically. :/

[@honeydroptheunicorn6557]

Harry Potter fandom is more than the person who created it. You can still enjoy it with out feeling guilty about it. And you can craft a Harry Potter esk story for your kids which you teach the good lessons you want your kids to learn.

[@revaslatts8011]

@@honeydroptheunicorn6557 Thank you

[@Triforce_of_Doom]

God I felt this so much. When it comes to 95% of serious topics, I'm always afraid of even just phrasing my opinion wrong or even saying a word in a way that makes me come off how I didn't intend. It's one of the reasons most of the things I talk about with ANYONE is just "oh this game was really fun" or "Hey have you read this niche book/manga?".

[@magitek09]

I remember not too long ago I had a discussion like this on one of KP videos with another watcher. And like I said to them, it's a complex topic with no absolute answers, but we should always be open to the discussion

[@benjaminhewett3184]

All the contention that goes on through social media and in real life makes it hard to say something without being judged and outed as an “enemy”.

[@autisticblood5123]

It feels great seeing this, and since I myself have therapy every month, this is like my life. I wish I had DrWolf as my Therapist, Drwolf's voice sounds wise and really nice.

[@tmntgirl4life]

I know his voice is very soothing and comforting.

[@jjcat4086]

Listen to his fan fiction reading sometime. :) it’s the only thing I love to listen to with a warm cup of tea during this long winter.

[@tmntgirl4life]

@@jjcat4086 I listened to his keepers of discord reading. Very well made story and beautifully told. I was on the verge of tears in that story as well as any story involving Discord like Forever Young and few others dealing with Discord and Fluttershy

[@alderfern]

Oh it's so good to hear these words be said, I've felt this so much these past years

[@neon-sphinxfoster5340]

12:19 I've cried the same time as you Thespio when you talked about this. I felt this exact same thing not too long ago, almost saying this same thing too I'm not going to lie. I've felt that, while I want to be free to share my works and creative ideas, I've also felt terrified if it'll get me in trouble simply because if people will hate it or not and/or try to take it down and take away what I've been making for years at this point. I don't really think this much anymore, but it took months of reassurance from others, both on the internet and my own family going through their own efforts to prove to me I'm not doing anything wrong, and even then, it still lingers sometimes ... Anyway, I'm glad this sort of thing is brought up and talked about here, among everything else here that others are scared to bring up. Well done as always.

[@Deirdresue]

Watching this makes me wish I had someone to talk to about my problems that I’ve been going through emotionally besides my family. Love your therapy sessions Dr. Wolf. ❤️

[@wilyserpent]

Truly excited for this one, but also quite intrigued. The topics mentioned in the title alone are something I feel I’ve struggled with on multiple occasions and even had many discussions with peers and loved ones over, so I feel this might be an emotional watch. While writing this comment, having not yet seen the video yet, I will say that I’m happy to see both you (Dr. Wolf) and Thespio in a video once again, the content I’ve come to see from the both of you has brought me much happiness and insight, so this is a welcomed treat. Can’t wait to see the moment that Thespio has with Dr. Wolf in full!

[@LinkSanti]

This was probably one of the hardest´s AMWDW´s episodes i´ve seen so far and yet great, as you always say at the end of the video Doc "it´s good to be helping" despite the life´s worst challenges.

[@Djpartypon64]

Ya know Thespio has a point, nowadays I can’t watch a single video about someone I enjoy watching without getting some random rant videos about how bad this person is because of some he/she did. I’ll use Walt Disney for an example, I have always loved the classic cartoons from the early 1900s, even though I was born in the early 2000s, I enjoyed them regardless of what others thought as offensive. Cartoons in general because there was something about them that made me wanna draw the old cartoony art style. I remember one day in 9th grade where it was free dress day? Or Crazy hat day? I can’t remember but I had a friend how dressed a little like Goofy. Like the hat to the clothing. And got a little offended because me and my other friend didn’t think of it as offensive but she said it was and then said, “ Walt Disney was very racist and abusive towards his animators,” which at the time I thought was a bit ridiculous. Like was I not supposed to enjoy his cartoons because of something like this? Are people on too serious about what others have done? Like am I not supposed to enjoy something without someone telling me what they’ve done or are certainly doing?

[@sadlobster1]

I've had a strong fear of my own, Uncle Song-Horse; one that's been slightly gnawing at me since my high school years in the mid-2000's. The fear...of failure Bear in mind, this fear isn't connected with any talents I have; rather, it's for those that I LACK! All my life, I've been the only one with special needs in my family and even though they're only minor; they still pose a HUGE issue for the life I've been born into. Being born into a family consisting mostly of farmer folk, jocks and retail workers; I always found myself feeling...small compared to them. In terms of this post, I can't do a lot of the things my family can do; such as gardening, handyman duties, washing dishes...I can't even drive a bloody golf kart without fear of crashing into something! What's worse, anytime I DO fail at something; my family would (sometimes inadvertently) snap at me...which makes me feel even smaller. Sure; I can fold laundry, sort out dishes, set the table, vacuum the house, take out the trash, collect drop apples, store hay bails and even stack firewood. But according to my father, THOSE tasks are "small potatoes" compared to "real work." What makes this even more stressful is that I'm worried if I make even the smallest mistake, my family would chew me out. Sure; you, Blissy, Eli, Doc and countless others might tell me there's nothing wrong with making mistakes and I agree. But in my FATHER'S eyes; if you're a certain age like 30 or 40 something, you SHOULDN'T mess up something that (according to him) is otherwise "easy to do"

[@killercore007]

Similar thing for me, except replace the father figure with people with more money and privlege taking your work and hope right out in front of you, with no way to fight back.

[@wilyserpent]

Almost finished with the video, gotten to the part where Thespio is discussing the cancellations of certain creators, dead or alive. One artist popped into my head while I listened to Thespio’s words, I’d like to add him as an one of the examples that Thespio explained, an artist in which broke down barriers, inspired so many current singers and dancers and changed the face of music as we know it. All this I’m saying isn’t because I’m biased because I used to be a huge fan of him in the past, but most of it seems to be the truth. Michael Jackson. When I say I used to be a fan of him, I was one of the biggest when I was younger. Downright obsessed on an unhealthy level, it’s not something I enjoy looking back on. Currently, I’m still a fan of Michael Jackson, but mostly of his professional work and content and only some personal traits of him as a person. I admire his immense talent and skills in the music he created that I still throughly enjoy. I enjoy certain things about him as a person, like his humanitarian efforts. However, that’s where it stops for me. As Thespio mentioned the word *neutral* and staying neutral on certain topics, even through other people’s backlash, that’s my choice. I’ve chosen to have a neutral stance on Michael Jackson and the… controversies regarding him, even though he’s been dead for 11 years now. I feel I can say that in confidence because I was that one fan that would defend him with my life, which was so silly and unhealthy at the time because it changed me into a unhealthy, overly obsessed fan. I’m also saying in full confidence that I can be a fan of someone’s work and content they or their estate puts out, but I can also at the same time not be a huge fan of who they are as a person. Just look at Roger Waters from Pink Floyd… I just thought I’d share that as a further example in the discussion Thespio was having in the video. I feel people might disagree with a lot of what I said in this comment, but that’s fine.

[@revaslatts4301]

Here are some other examples I thought of. Alex Baldwin (unintentional murder) Johnny Depp (don't ask... just don't...) Scott Cawthon (the reasoning is lame) I still like their work but feel ashamed of it.

[@wilyserpent]

@@revaslatts4301 same here!! Those examples are perfect

[@kenisu-of-dragons5766]

I'm not going to lie, I've been guilty of trying to unload on others. At the time, I would had rather speak to a charismatic looking person I thought I knew instead of an actual professional to wants to help despite me knowing nothing about them. I never thought of it that way before. At the same time, I think we can all relate to that feeling that everything we do or even don't do is being stockpiled for evidence in the future for when we mess up somehow. You just have to know that you don't have to stand up for anything you don't want to. You should focus on you and your loved ones way before anything else. And if other people want to make a huge movement out of what you seem to be in their eyes, just let 'em settle it between themselves. None of that changes who you are and what you want to be. You don't owe anything to anyone else. Be whatever you want to be, and do it for you.

[@DRWolf001]

Thank you kindly for adding your thoughts here Kenisu :)

[@wilyserpent]

Might have to write a few comments on this video because it’s… a lot, and I mean that in the BEST way possible. After having this video saved to watch and finally getting to sit down and watch it, currently I’m about halfway through and I must say, without a doubt, this might be one of my favorite AMWDW videos I’ve seen to date. At the halfway mark of this video, I want to give a bit of a personal message towards Thespio, not sure if he’ll even see this. Thespio, my name is Leah. I’ve only recently found your content and I believe that you are a nice guy, maybe not a *good* guy when you were discussing the differences between the two, but I want you to know, I see you as just as you described yourself, a dude who does silly voices and tells jokes and frankly, that’s all I need to know the talent and drive you possess. Currently, I’m getting into the theater business myself and I’ve thought of you on many occasions when you discuss your experiences within theater. Your words in the beginning of this video truly struck a cord with me in that I understand a bit of where you’re coming from, but more or less on a bit of a personal level rather than having a following like you do. I experience the same feelings you’re going through with my own family and friends, you aren’t alone in this and it’s okay to feel the way you’re feeling. I hope everything I’m saying isn’t just feeding into that fear you mentioned of being put on a pedestal, I really don’t mean any of what I’m saying in that way. I’m excited to see the rest of this video and intrigued. You’ve grabbed my attention!

[@Kait0s]

Dr Wolf either sips that tea one drop at a time or the teacup is magically regens the tea every sip... Jokes aside, great video, there are some valuable insights you can take from it.

[@Tavernforlife76]

Thespio, my man.. you spoke the words right out of my head.

[@Kake_the_Cartoon]

Nice to see another AMWDW, and I enjoy the subject they tackle

[@theflotingheadproduc]

That's, a lot. Definitely important to address and think about. I hope someday we can, as a species, be okay with imperfection, and mistakes.

[@thesupernaturalhouse]

Honestly I can relate to this, I hate talking to people who aren't my friends, ever scenario is running through my head, I get far to comfortably with teachers instead of kids my own age because I know that teachers are suppose to be a role model and can't really yell at me, I don't know

[@killercore007]

This is why I’m only a shell filled with greed and envy, because my family did everything as damage control and bought silence. I can’t truly speak out and call them out without risking being disowned and thrown out with nothing, which might as well be me being sentenced to death. When it gets to the point where you love money because it’s the only thing that’ll love you back…

[@RaptorRed]

This was a deep session to listen too. Must’ve bee hard for you to deal with all this Thespio. I hope you recover emotionally and mentally. I too have trouble speaking up or giving my opinion to others cause...I feel like everyone around me knows more than me and what I say doesn’t matter. Thx to 2020 I’ve felt more and more depressed since thx to all the complicated rules of KZbin I can’t find any ideas for videos as well as the tools and skills to make content anymore since others do it better than me and I can’t bring in new thoughts to any conversation. The world getting offended over everything is really tiresome. I remember a few years ago someone getting offended or something over Rudolf the red nosed reindeer animated classic and wanting it removed. That’s is a 50+ year old Christmas classic and taking that off air would piss off most of the world. Why can’t people just leave things in the past. I know we can learn things from history but don’t punish those that may be offensive now that didn’t exist yet at the time of certain classics were made. I struggle all the time with trying to speak up to others cause making friends is hard. I always worry I’ll come off as annoying, stupid, needy, or something just by showing my outgoing personality. I wear my heart on my sleeve and I’m not good at hiding my emotions, but on the internet and in public I feel like I don’t have a voice and my thoughts don’t matter. I too wish I can talk to a professional for mental help heck sometimes a friend, by for me....I feel so alone that I feel like besides my parents...I have no one to talk to for help. 😞 I just don’t know what to do. I’m slowly giving my life meaning bit by bit by studying job training and studying for my dmv permit/license test with carousel ranch, but besides that...I have nothing giving my life meaning that I feel like I’m just going to be alone and depressed forever. I feel lost every day.

[@danteciccarelli2790]

another, i love it its been so long since the last one

[@ArtisticPassion]

I'm tearing up and crying throughout this whole thing, especially during Willy's rant.. I felt what he is going through.. ;3;💔

[@mikechicago6200]

I want to thank the doctor wolf and all his patients I really enjoy these videos about talking to people about their issues and Lennon it all out it's not easy talk about it especially on a big platform for when everyone can hear and listen because it's good to let the things out rather than bottle them in and I respect and honor all those brave people who do as well as the individual to help them

[@Icyngdeath100]

There is...a lot going on with me in my life right now that I kind of brought down on myself by not being able to see that I was hurting my friends with how I was acting and by brushing off them saying that I needed to get some sort of help because I didn't really think at the time that I'd be able to get any. Hearing this here was...eye-opening to say the least. Sure it's not quite the same, but there was parts here and there that struck a few chords with me that I'm going to end up carrying with me as I go through therapy as I can get it, and I just wanted to thank both of you, even if this doesn't really get seen in the sea of comments. But again, both of you have my thanks, even if it's only been a small amount of help it's still something to take to heart.

[@marybdrake1472]

I really what you're saying here Thespio. One of the biggest things holding me back in attempts at being writer is that I'll get too much attention, too big of a following. And getting chained to those pointless expectations in the process. It scares me, and holds me back. And I don't know what to do either.

[@RiseLegend13]

I'm not very much around anymore but you are so right Thespio!... I end up loosing everything, to where I won't think twice on blocking my old friends because them turn out to be a twoface hypocrite. Be true what you say, care and loving NO MATTER WHAT! I have stuck my neck out for everyone who I saw hurt the last 3 years of being in this fandom. And they spit and kick me down when I end up telling on myself. This fandom is holding on to a thread with me. I show soooo much love and companionship. Show the same with me! Not fake companionship. Treat others the way you want to be treated, and if you end up coming at them? Show them love and help them gently, it does help them want to fix themselves. You don't believe me? Look at the people who right in my life as I am putting it back together, because they're doing the same with their life and it's way worse then mine. Harmony and friendship should mean something... Not there for a joke.

[@oriana7193]

Preach my brother preach you speak the truth. But in seriousness you really are speaking the truth. Because frankly that is the situation the world has become. Which is extremely sad. If I could thespo I would give you a big hug. Because you really need one because I feel the same you're not the only one that feels that way hopefully you've noticed everyone saying the same thing and realize you're not alone.

[@thaddeusr.3967]

I have really felt the pressure of today's society where it feels like everyone is just waiting for you to mess up. And it can be especially difficult if you have a lot of self-doubt. So often I can feel useless and like people only see me when I mess up. I just wish there were easier answers than this.

[@charliejones7512]

There was someone on KZbin who felt the same way, wanting to be professional. I then suggested a blooper reel at the end of his videos if he makes mistakes, since in my eyes, everyone is still human and makes mistakes and since then, they seem ease at a little and everyone in the comments section love the addition.

[@TheThetylerlove]

Some nice animation in this one. Sorry for no timestamps I'm not up to it rn. This hits a little too hard. I know exactly what he means with the empathy. Vtuber 'communities' btw. FEAR When I was a kid I learned first hand just how devastatingly powerful words can be, so this subject me hits just that much harder. It's why I tried to refrain from talking at all for many years... Just like Big Mac and Thespio here. A refusal to show personal weakness... Repeatability =/= trust. What Doc saying about opening up to a therapist is 100% true, from my experience anyway. "Cancel Culture" does nothing but propagate ignorance, the very thing it was (probably) created to fight. Weaponized nostalgia is a REALLY dangerous thing that has existed for MUCH longer than people tend to think. BOTH ultimately. Perception... Why does Doc always sound so profound? Is his voice? The manner in which he speaks? The tone he uses? Or is it a combination of them all? What ever the reason I love listening to these.

[@DaylightTwinkle]

13:24 ain’t that the full truth, just because a person is bloody famous all over the world, doesn’t mean their not human like us, they continue to make mistakes like us and I myself don’t want to get too popular either and just be a “kinda” knowned content creator and that’s it, unless if I wanted a job as a voice actor but that’s slim to none for me and can only do that kind of talent for people’s projects or my friend’s projects on youtube

[@RailerTheRailwayDog]

I feel absolutely and honestly completely terrible for Thespio... Sweet Celestia, he's suffered so much all this time, and I somehow have felt the same way, because I've also been struggling with this same pain. Heck, it's not only me and Thespio who suffer this pain. There are WAY more people out there who suffer the same pain as we are right now.

[@sadlobster1]

What's worse is the fact that there are people out there trying to paint folks like Thespio, Blissy or even Doc like the "bad guys." I've seen people make such claims within the comments section of a podcast that was on KP's channel

[@RailerTheRailwayDog]

@@sadlobster1 Why the hay would they do that for?!?!

[@sadlobster1]

@@RailerTheRailwayDog Because they claim the personalities we know and love that the Analysis Community has...are all fake, nothing but an act. These people also use so-called "con experiences" to discredit them

[@revaslatts8011]

@@sadlobster1 Oh sugar honey iced tea! Why do these types of people still exist? Does this has to do with what Will just said? I can't believe we're incapable of avoiding it!

[@georgewolf7063]

Another beautiful and profound production, Doc! Poignant (if I'm using that word properly)! Also, I need to remember to use that Twilight breathing exercise. ;)

[@Gojilion91]

This topic really hits home with me. I too have had my frustrations with the current climate that Thespio has addressed.

[@TheSaturnwonder]

I apologize if this seems like I am putting him on a pedestal, but I had to quote what he said. "I wish I could answer this, but I really don't know why I care so much about the thoughts and feelings of others, or why I let my empathy take over my judgement. And I hate how it's made me so terrified to really let my freak flag fly. Believe me, I want to share more of who I am. I Want to not care about what anyone says or thinks of me. I WANT to just let my self-expression flourish. But today's world won't let me." Listening to this as many times as I needed to, to make sure I quoted him correctly, really forced me to acknowledge that this is why I myself stay silent. This is why I am terrified starting my own channel and expressing myself in the ways that I want to. Because today's society is so corrupted that it has forced me to listen to my empathy over my own morals and feelings. That I'm terrified of saying no. I'm terrified of saying something that would get so blown out of proportion that I have to apologize for something that was so minor that it wouldn't have offended anyone 5 years ago but now would cause complete chaos. I can't have my own thoughts or opinions without getting criminalized and it hurts that I can't being in the neutral zone while agreeing with both sides of a situation while also disagreeing.

[@badoomching]

10:00, I, LOVE, this point. Ik what I'm about to type could be controversial but in terms of war, comment sections have been spammed with 'Free _______' in posts that have NOTHING to do with the wars or anything endorsing the wars and big content creators are attached for not speaking up despite it really not being their place to. I get the phrase 'No one cares until it affects them' but in certain cases it's really not their fault. With everything going on and some people going through a lot in life it's hard for them to make room in their mind or bank accounts to care or do anything.

[@KeyKeeper-227]

Hey I relate to this greatly for me work has been the same I have been reported so many severe safety issues to my bosses and as the old joke line goes Like the Worm in the corn field said to his brother. "Hey Earl in one ear and out the other." But trust me me I fully get you Thespio days have been a nightmare for me and first add to the stress my days now are spent crying due the kicking I got from my close personal friend group. All I can say is take a breath and as you did in this video talk to Dr. Wolf (Fun jab at you doc ty) I hate showing my emotions due to so many chastizing me for being soft or emotion so now ive hardened my heart and moved a lot of things out of my life family and friends included. To be honest I'm in same boat as you Thespio I feel your pain in many ways. And I hope things get better amd get back to all the amazing friends and fun things you get to do. (Ty for this video Dr. Wolf these videos have been something I can personally and deeply relate to and have gone through many of these problems my self. ) Hope you best wishes Doc and Thespio.

[@wilyserpent]

Apologies for spamming comments, I promise this is the last one. With a now empty tea cup in my hand, I can finally say that I throughly enjoyed this AMWDW. It was so thought provoking and interesting to listen to, but also quite the emotional rollercoaster for me, but in all the best and yes, even vulnerable ways that kept me focused on continuing to watch the video. I sympathized with many of Thespio’s thoughts and listening intently to what the good Doctor had to say in response. Perhaps, I’ll write a short essay on this entire video in the future, or discuss it amongst my peers, just because I enjoyed it that much and it truly struck a cord with me. I’m excited for what’s in store for the next moment with Dr. Wolf. Thank you Thespio and Dr. Wolf for sharing this wonderful video with us. Edit: the animation and art style in this was also top notch! Wonderful job to the artist!

[@DRWolf001]

Glad to be of service :)

[@karlhnedkovsky5214]

I will say, while it's true wearing the "rose-tinted glasses" for too long is going to eventually become dangerous, not putting them back on from time to time is just as bad, if not worse, because today's day and age has too many problems to even think about fixing. Sad as this may be, I do believe in some sense, that humanity has crossed a lot of lines it cannot go back from. Like you said, no matter what you do or say, don't do, or don't say, there will always be SOMEBODY, who will take that, and use that against you for whatever reason. With that in mind, however, if you do end up constantly worrying about what you can or cannot say or do, you'll just end up running into your metaphorical crossroads over and over, feeling more and more lost, the more you attempt to find a way, leading you to second-guessing yourself more and more often, internally debating on what you want to do yourself, eventually leading up to forgetting, who you are as a person. At that point, there's nothing left but despair and hopelessness. This is exactly, why it's important to practice self-confidence, enjoy life moment-to-moment, step away from all these problems and not deal with them from time to time. Yes, it is important to know the bigger picture, but it is just as important to stop sweating all of the details, or you'll lose your self in them. Don't fight a battle you can't win and remember to tell yourself "fuck this" from time to time, and go do something you enjoy, or talk to a friend, take a walk, meditate for a bit, or get some comfort-food, as long as you can get yourself to not think about it for a while. There's more to life than your image, no matter how famous/infamous you are.

[@TheCommenterDragon]

Another enjoyable and divine therapy visit vid Doc, and i once again can relate.

[@InuMokuba]

I think what makes things different now is that it's easier to learn who may have toxic viewpoints and in an attempt to correct centuries of being complacent, people are now swinging the other way and making sure accountability is held to the extreme extent. Especially when said figures make money to fund ideals we disagree with. Where one could argue that JK Rowling doesn't hold the same power as lobbyists and those in Congress do, in ways that's true, influencers do have the power of.. well influencing. Perhaps it's also easier to go after those who are in the lime light in pop culture where we feel unheard by those who actually form the decisions. So fighting against those who have money to lend to power, removing that gear, will hopefully destroy the machine. And though I wish we would focus on those who hold "actual power", I fear we are past that with Donald Trump being elected. He has shown that a man who is at his roots an "entertainer", can become a true threat, and can steam roll those who should be the ones we listen to(those who know medicine, science, human rights etc). So in that sense I agree, like I may love you guys but you're entertainers and while you have a voice that should be heard, it shouldn't be what everyone goes to for all their knowledge. However, human nature has become serious and dangerous. Where I feel entertainers and influencers shouldn't be preaching things they may not fully understand, I do hope all of you use your voices to continue electing those you feel will help the country. Honestly, I would say THAT is where remaining silent is compliant.

[@bobtodd7722]

I liked the episode Where the Apple Lies exactly for being bad. There is no better way to picture the voice of reason and cut its legs off just for being reasonable... i'm sure that it was not intentional to look at it that way but the metaphor is great.

[@Catalyst375]

33:25 - Part of me wonders if it comes down to a sense of "safety" in the one-sided relationships - parasocial relationships - people have with those who are famous, whatever their profession. We know the public personas they present, and the stories or songs a person can make can inspire us and make us happy, and we might make a personal connection with the creator, albeit one-sided. So it ends up feeling like a betrayal of trust if the creator espouses views you find are harmful and discriminatory or are revealed to have committed criminal acts or other harmful behaviors. Unfortunately, social media tends to amplify outrage and conflict over any positive news, so these instances tend to be blasted out in a way that's amplified by the ease with which social media allows people to express their opinions, all without needing to leave the house or look up from the phone.

[@jare3459]

like Jiraiya once say "people should talk to other people ever day even if just small talk otherwise their hearts grow dark and Sullivan talking to others build bonds of friendship and comradery it broadens the mind and it makes you feel grateful to be alive that's kind of creatures, we humans are"

[@charadreemerr4195]

This... I'm surprised that nobody had talked about it SOONER. The internet went from a place where you can be yourself and post what you wanted to be known for, to a place where being yourself is essentially OUTLAWED and the smallest mistake can get you blacklisted, imprisoned, or even DEAD. The best example of this that I can think of is with a single person... known as Scott Cawthon. He brought the horror genre of games into a new light when he managed to make Five Nights at Freddy's, along with taking feedback in stride, making each game better (in some aspect) better than the last while still continuing its own (honestly convoluting) story, and all-around reinvented the term 'horror' for indie games (or even games as a whole!)... Yet he fell victim to cancel culture, all because of his democratic party! The decades of work that he put in, the endless amount of history he wrote in the pages of gaming- ripped to shreds all over him being a Republican.

[@The_Rad_CO]

I feel the same way like him he has not just tackled it there is a lot of people who always is there to hurt others and there are no reason to be hurt by anyone

[@stephaniehewitt7483]

You are a great voice actor and you're a really great friend to all of those who are your Brony fan who's in that so awesome I wish I could actually meet you lightning Bliss and all your friends in real life but have an epilepsy and living in Regina makes that impossible for me because I have seizures almost every other day so I can't go far from where the hospital is you're a 30-year-old fan Stephanie don't let depression get the better of you😎stay cool bro ❣

[@kylegraham3192]

He’s right, Nowadays all this controversy it’s just gonna tear people apart and eventually they’re gonna break down and do something they’ll regret like committing suicide or killing someone it’s all because it’s because they’re afraid hell I’m afraid. I’m afraid that we’re going down a dark path one that we can never come back from if we continue down this path will just be….. Empty.😔

[@BlueBrightYT]

I know everyone has been going through things over the last year and a half. So I really mean it when I say, I hope everyone works together by finding the ones they love to help each other to figure out how to get through this weird and tough time.

[@ALPHAOMEGA1500]

Hang on thespio. I have said to myself and in other comment section. Life is made by an insane rollercoaster builder. You get on when your born and you get off when you die. In the middle is life. For the most part you have to hang on. Their will be dips, curves, high points, low points, loops, twist and turns. How you react or don't react can help or not. You take a chance on how what you decide to do. On how it could affect you for better or for worse and maybe inspire others or enflame others. Like with this comment. I have no ideal how this is going to playout. But right now it is what it is. A way of saying. I have NO control on how anyone who reads this post is going to react. We also have NO control on how tomorrow is going to compare to today. We all live through our lives with. Would've, Should've and ahole lot of might have the beens. The only thing we have total control over. Is how true to ourselves we are. Their an old saying. To thyne own self be true. If you believe in yourself and what you believe in and are ready to be burned up like a blackened piece of toast. Then go for it. But remember one thing time repeats. The riots of the late 60's, the Rodney king riots and the last few years. These fires that we as human being. Have to go through. Every few years. Make many of those wiser. We just have to have the courage to brave what may come and hope and pray. That tomorrow will always be a better day. Than today is at it worse. I hope I made some scence.

[@ashslaa]

You hit the nail on the head there Thespio, it's like we have to walk on egg shells, and any attempt to be difrent or your self runs the risk of the outrage mob and cancel culture hammers they carry.

[@mr.eazilymctriggered9369]

Yikes, human malware really did things to Thespio.

[@HenshinFanatic]

Which malware, the biomalware, or the mental malware spread by idealogues?

[@mr.eazilymctriggered9369]

@@HenshinFanatic Both.

[@InfinityTitan06]

It's like the whole world is a toxic cesspool. And it's only going to get worse. Everything that Thespio mentioned and talked about is why I have zero faith in humanity.

[@blackjack5329]

I'm excited of how it's going to go I'm quite happy to hear how this is going to go👏👍😊😏☺😆😁😉

[@AuraKnight-kn1ux]

Hi there Dr Wolf I know your not a real Therapist but you’re moments with D.W sires do actually shed some light in the darkness I love your work & hope it continues take care & stay safe wolf Dude 😎👍. Kind Regards AuraKnight 🙂 P.S Love you TF2 A.A sires that’s gets me laughing big time or cracks a new hole 🕳 into my sanity on what’s possible anymore 🤣🤣🤣🤣.

[@DRWolf001]

Glad to be of service :)

[@AuraKnight-kn1ux]

@@DRWolf001 This quite the honour & thank you for your kind words 🙂

[@zackarystiner3534]

I had to do the same when my pop died. Scared coming outta my shell offen. All good vids go to you ❤

[@sweet-n-breezy3936]

I have been feeling the same way about the world. Between my overall trust issues and people in general. I do think this would is going down a dark path. But. Know one wants to address is. So I thank you for this video. Because it is long over due.

[@LYR55James]

I feel thespio's pain im going through it right now

[@iceluvndiva21]

Oh trust me thespio I have this same fear. I have this problem with my fanfiction. *hug* I'm sacred to death that the reason there aren't any comments is because they read the warning and are staying silent because all they have to say is pure venom. Though personally, I usually go to my too older sisters. One's a therapist & the other is a mom. #artoverartist! I still listen to I believe I can fly, still watch awsome movies/shows, own a copy of a Lovecraft collection, admire Pablo Picasso, and more because I honestly like the works. Vic Manyana? Still love the roles he plays but I don't like what he did. Plus did these people forget that without these previous works we wouldn't have what we do now? Without Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; we wouldn't have rock n roll, show tunes, jazz! Without Picasso or Monet we wouldn't have Disney, DreamWorks, or what not! Without authors like H. P. Lovecraft we wouldn't have character like Ursula from the little mermaid or MORE IMPORTANTLY; have examples of what NOT to do! I mean hell, Stephanie Meyer wrote the twilight saga to discuss the dangers of dateing violence. But sadly, just like Bella: THE MAJORITY OF THE AUDIENCE COMPLETELY MISS THE POINT OF THE BOOKS! This is where I agree with you Dr. Wolf; it's up to every person to decide for themselves to decide what's ok and what isn't FOR. THEMSELVES. By all means PUNISH THE ARTIST/AUTHOR FOR THEIR ACTIONS. but the works themselves? How is burning these works any different from burning anything that isn't about Christian faith? Or destroying things that are "harmful to god"? That's not equality, acceptance, understanding, justice, or accountability. That's just a different form of ignorance and arrogance.

[@adamsaltus4152]

I really do know how it feels when you lose a love one i had a great friend who passed away in 2011 my dad passed away in 2012 3 more friends passed away in 2012 and then my mom passed away in 2019 when she passed i was heat broken she was very sick and died in her sleep i really do miss her very much

[@darkloversilver9678]

I agree with everything that will the blue unicorn said. Also i see you as a entertainer not a savor but as a person

[@Lucius1958]

That's what happens when elephants take control... 7X=Q We all feel ourselves on the edge of a cliff. As Yeats put it: *The best lack all conviction, while the worst* *Are filled with passionate intensity...* All we can do, as far as I see it, is to hold fast to what we know is right, against the constant barrage of trolls and propaganda, and hope that our voices together will eventually effect change for the better. I may not live long enough to see that dawn; but I pray for its coming.

[@gren8te319]

21:36 is a good point. everyone's obsessed with hearing the same crap we've all heard already. modern politics are stupidly unoriginal

[@jshadowhunter]

If social media didn't exist we wouldn't have that problem. It's the bane of human decency.

[@gren8te319]

22:48 escapism is really important when the real world blows

[@TheHolyFurryEmpire]

We have stuff that we are scared to say but don't let your fear take you over and speak up.

[@TheHolyFurryEmpire]

Some people aren't right in the head in this world.

[@saratheslayer6873]

There’s this saying that goes something like this “hate the artist, love the arts, Love the artist, hate the art”

[@uniqueness35fanofimginatio73]

I sorta push my philosophy to: If they’ve passed away a long time ago, then it’s okay to enjoy their work. As well as enjoying their previous work before they were outed. Anything current? Off the book. End of discussion.

[@acetraineremily6995]

There is one story that I treasure a lot but when the author made that text. I started using this phrase saying that I enjoy the story but hate the author even the actor who did the main role that he says you can enjoy my movies and still hate the author of the series.

[@FlutterRoze]

Wow thank you sharing your message. This hit me hard cause I to want to make that good self image to those who follow me, always be better, do better as my career paths change to become more successful as a creator/influencer. As well as in my acting/singing boost I’m trying to create within my channel. It’s hard to find that balance of what you say/do. Cause ya never know who you might insult, even without never having the intention of doing do whatsoever. You’ll find your spark/balance as your find yourself more and more. And that’s it’s okay to say no to things, and have people know your boundaries. We’re all human, and deserve to be treated as such, and that who we choose to talk to is a choice we make to better self ourselves as we continue to grow. Thank you for sharing your story, keep doing what you’re doing dude, and always be better everyday. Stay awesome! Have a good end of this year as you create a new one! :)

[@lionelwhiskerknot]

Only recommendation I can make in these days is stay off of Twitter and avoid watching big media. It is toxic and will poison you.

[@jhrstudios.87546]

Fun fact since we've mentioned him George Carlin was a narrator for Thomas the train

[@annmareegenos9318]

… people need to make more videos pointing out this problem

[@mariocervantez2853]

"Love" how the ads just keep interrupting when its getting sad

[@greenightponydragon5127]

I can’t say I can fully relate to thespio hell we only ever talked once it was only for permission to post something but what I can relate is being a shining star and it’s perks and faults online. I’m not anybody special or have huge following but outside Irl. I’m considered a big deal a unbelievable talent everyone thinks I’m destined for greatness or that I can do no wrong but that’s the thing with all this talent. I’m still just a young adult scared of being apart this new adult world I’m in everything I say or don’t say is held accountable sometimes I deserve it sometimes I wish people would realize I’m not perfect I’m flawed even with all this potiental I have I’m so scared. I’m scared not being good enough for myself and failing I’m scared losing or admitting I need help due to trauma I have but that makes me human right. We are flawed and imperfect none of us are gods I hope some can see just because you give someone power doesn’t mean they’ll always know what to do with it compared to a professional like a doctor, cop, even a therapist.

[@yvhv4064]

i once heard a youtuber call the japanese police force justice addicted and it stuck to me because it apply to the internet aswell

[@roryrawrs3141]

Honestly feel the same way. I want to flourish in who I am it's just I will always have lash back either choice. So I choose the easiest route of not doing much. Especially with my mental health problems it's easier not to do anything. As I can't truly fail if I never expect perfection

[@joshuaallen6306]

People have troubles in there life but the important thing is to get through it.

[@brandonthedestroyer1140]

I think this is why I started the socialist blog I've heard so many KZbin stories, drama, and the problems of society to the point where to be blunt with all of you I literally don't give a shit anymore I just want to say what's on my mind and get my voice out

[@thedragomisfits7792]

Hello, I know that I haven't visited your channel over a year, but I got to say I love your channel still and would like to do a collab or maybe chat for a while. Hopefully I can do a video of "A Moment with DrWolf". In the long run, keep up the great work and I'll be watching you and your friends again.

[@thedragomisfits7792]

Side note, I haven't been in therapist since 2 years ago so I would say I have to agree with Thespio on his therapy and lessons from it.

[@SunnyDragoon]

We are in a ere of people that are nothing more then puppets who one want comfort Lie then Truth.

[@wolken_burst5424]

🩹 This hurt just listening. Sometimes it’s best to meet your heroes because you see that they are still human. I think nearly every person on the internet is forgetting this or haven’t learned that lesson yet. If you get more popular in the future I just can wish you good luck and fun! (Both of you)

[@eroraf8637]

I’m with you, Uncle Songhorse. Adulting sucks.

[@saturnsoul8377]

I myself don't like how the world can revolve around a border between one or the other with no middle ground or way of not being able to show things or a way to calm the winds, and yet that apparently not make things well, I honestly feel sad from how cruel this world could be from choosing a believe that they entrusted with, to becoming a fire of unending, not settling from what was given upon the times, it hurts me within my heart, from even knowing or hearing the things that was true or not true, I don't like being a front liner to talk yet when force to be one makes me feel not happy and afraid if I say the wrong thing even to think of the thing that may happen, knowing it's not an easy thing I just hope I can do something to keep a careful middle of good or something that can be good not ending to be a hurtful bad or something worse, and if it comes to me to do one thing i won't know what to do, all I just hope is to hope for a good day, I'm sorry if I talked alot, but I hope everything goes a positive day

[@sunboltgift711]

I think most if not all of the thoughts on Thespios mind are on everyone's in this day and age, only thing is each and everyone one of us deal with these things in various ways, for example I tell myself when I begin to worry about something, "can I change the outcome of something" if the answer is yes then I make the needed changes, if the answer is no then I stop worrying about it because I have no control over it and let it go, however I am a simple minded person with simple life goals and prefer my small country community outdoors with family/friends and avoid big cities like the plague, the one thing I fear most however is if and when they decide to force these "jabs" in the more rural areas where I live actually happens, I will end up being a terrible person for defending myself, family & friends from what I believe to be the greater threat, and I don't think I will recover from the darkness that will have changed me, I wish those in charge would just live and let live but they can't they want control, and on the topic of celebrities or fancy folk as I call them, I never idolized any of them, I always thought they were human beings just like me that decided to achieve what they wanted in life and got famous in the process but they are still human and can make good or bad decisions just like anyone else who is unknown, take Arnold schwarzenegger for example, I used to like him as a person, but the moment I heard him say screw your freedom I said he's a sellout to communism and I will no longer support anything he pushes, however I will still enjoy the old movies I grew up watching with him in them because I don't see him I see the characters he plays in the story unfolding on screen, but as for him as a person screw him and his freedom for thinking communism is a good thing and I don't care what anyone has to say as we each have our own view points on things and I stick to my story because if you doubt yourself it will only lead to more problems, everyone should just be themselves and not worry about what others think of them, no matter how hard that can be at times. Really great video and I feel it can help others, so I will share it with a few friends that struggle with similar issues.

[@jasperflare]

I can feel for thespo I understand how the media can change and how I can never show menny menny people my true colors I'm talkative but yet quiet in my insides I can't take a side now days to my classmates they cut me off and finding a hard time to be one with the group. To me I'm a begging artist to show what I can do to help bring a fantasty a world of protection and joy and maybe love. I just want to be free ya know and hearing comments and backlash is normal but yet overwhelming

[@rachelleroady5931]

You know what dr. Wolf and thespio given that I live in Texas let alone America given not just the things that happened in 2020 not just personally but the messed-up things that occurred politically I'm sure many people especially those who have been residing in and their families been living in the US for multiple Generations such as both sides of my family my dad and I have had moments where we become very angry with our corrupt government I can't be alone in the fact that I find that people more more according to this time do not trust a certain someone's I'm pretty sure if Joe Biden knew the truth he wasn't a freaking puppet for you-know-who then he'd be very angry and very frustrated with the way things are is it just me or does it seem like the far left is lying to the person that they put and a lot of these people are either on illegal drugs because they look like their every kind of crazy and they should be in a mental hospital because they are not thinking straight if these people the far-left had their way will be just like countries that chose to allow communism to dictate their ways instead of the citizens of that country to say what is right and what is wrong I've heard this said before but when you call evil good and good evil then a lot who were raised up in a peculiar kind of way god-loving people who given that America is a Melting Pot of all different cultures different ways to believe in all the different gods and their religions let alone the Christian God which star as I'm concerned most people are in America someone who's extremely well educated on history slavery has been abolished and this whole race issue it's just the far-left way of trying to control scare manipulate create more fear and bring back segregation honestly that pisses me off way more but the fact that they are trying to make people force people to get vaccinated for the different variants of covid 19 when of course flip flop fauci and the gain of function didn't just put America at risk it put the whole freaking world at risk how much blood is on these people's hands how many people have died so they could oh I don't know become dictators and screw us all over and when I say screw all of us over I mean the whole planet I know I can't be the only one frustrated with the fact that these people think that global warming means that when it comes to being a Texan I know that we have our own power grid if you've seen the news back in February of this year of 2021 where me and my dad live we got more snow than we've ever seen for one thing my parents in the seventies and eighties never seen that much snow the normal amount is Maybe maybe 2 or 3 in however February of this year where we live in our little town here in Texas we got closer to 8 inches maybe a bit more a normal Texas winner maybe get some Frost maybe a dusting of snow but never 8 inches or more for a second I thought that maybe we're having something similar to the ice age and was rightfully worried the last time things similar climate happened is back in the 1800s when that volcano erupted I know I'm not the only one that's frustrated by the things that are occurring all the different songs that have been created and that meme and song Let's go Brandon anybody who knows exactly what that's talking about knows how I feel understands the anger and frustration and that other song to am I the only one and then there's the other song God we need you now especially with my dad said the family been here so many Generations probably back to early when the country was founded given my ancestors on that side of our family from England and France in fact my dad's related to Abraham Lincoln pretty cool that my dad's been able to track his ancestors all the way towards the time of Christ which that's a a long span of time between then and now given it's December 2021 one thing that my mom's also told me that people have been trying to predict when the apocalypse will occur and she said that it's better not to worry because they've been trying to predict it for so long nobody takes it seriously my dad is also said that it written down in the Bible when the verses that God will come when it is time deep down I know that with the way things are it made looks like the apocalypse could happen tomorrow but just know this isn't me assuming when God will come this is me noting that the way things are it's only going to get worse and if you know War breaks out it actually wouldn't surprise me and my dad in the slightest instead of being afraid and worrying to a point where I have to worry about anything and everything I'm choosing to not be afraid to not worry about the things that aren't in my control but Stand Tall next to my dad and my fellow Patriots too much blood has been shed and too many people are dancing with the devil as they say if you ask me there's some corrupt politicians to might as well have made a deal with the Devil this is why I can't trust people that are corrupt like that anyhoo y'all have a blessed day🕊❤ God Bless America 🇺🇸❣ I love The u.s.a.!

[@samschmit7181]

_I_ can relate.

[@FoxofMaysville]

Just me, but everyone lies. Mostly experts. When I was five years old, the experts said that by 1975 all the Canadian geese would go extinct because of DDT & other environmental pollution. Two years later I saw four geese flying north & thought to myself that I had seen the last for the geese. 30 years later I was up to my neck in Canadian geese all over my farm fighting with my ducks. I could not keep anyone is food. In 2021 I see Canadian geese almost daily. The point is that almost every 'expert' that has been on TV or internet has been wrong. So, I don't trust them.

[@vulcranstorm2023]

Just wanted to post this idea on one your guys post not expecting anything good or bad but I'm working on a oc that is born in Equistria as a pegasus and works for star fleet as an engineer then becomes a captain.

[@phoenixamaku5551]

Its amazing how Dr.wolf does these psychiatrics sessions with other youtubers but Dawill, is right we live in world where people can be offended by the simplests of things and immediately call cancel culture on several things and society itself its terrible how people can take things to far other than that I'm getting fed with Cancel Culture getting invovled over drama and such things thats why i avoid it. Other than that Dawillister Good job!

[@okoriinaka6637]

When true north leads to a swamp, and few want to follow you through it, yet looking left and looking right only reveal two mountain ranges that would take ages to go across, sometimes the only option is to trudge through that swamp by being your imperfect self, and not caring about what hypocrites say about you. As long as you're happy being who you are? Then that path through the swamp gives you little more than a pair of wet shoes that we normally get from living a regular life, while others who choose to avoid following you are stuck on false mountains of moral superiority, getting cut up by every sharp, outspoken standard they have no choice to comply by to maintain their position on those false moral mountains, or false tumbling down eventually. Better to get a little dirty because of the opinions you value and being yourself, than suffer titanic falls when you can't live up to the climbing the mountains of false virtues. The point is? Stay true north to yourself, because once you show that the swamp isn't that bad? Others will follow, avoid being hypocrites, and be themselves, too.