The Last of Us EP7: The Power of Bonding in the Face of Adversity - Therapist Reacts (again)!

In this video, psychotherapist Georgia Dow revisits the topic of HBO's The Last of Us, specifically focusing on episode 7 and the theme of bonding in the face of adversity. Dow explores what makes a strong bond between characters, even when they are faced with immense challenges and difficulties. Using examples from the show, she illustrates how the characters' bonds are strengthened by their shared experiences, their willingness to trust and support each other, and their ability to overcome obstacles together. Dow also discusses the psychological mechanisms at play when people bond with each other, including the role of attachment, empathy, and resilience. Whether you're a fan of The Last of Us or simply interested in understanding how people form strong connections, this video offers valuable insights and practical tips for cultivating meaningful relationships in the face of adversity.
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[@cheriegoldie7179]

This is the internet...you'll never please everyone and you have a right to put out whatever content you want on your channel. That said, it means a lot that you er, read the room so to speak, and appreciate how seriously some of us are invested in this story. Not many creators would admit they missed the mark, let along have a do-over, so kudos!

[@GeorgiaDow]

I really care about my community and want them to be happy here. Plus I appreciate people will take time to share when I am off course.

[@justjaseyeah]

@@GeorgiaDow We care about you mate

[@littlestarshepherd]

​@@GeorgiaDow It's sad you felt like you had to delete your first video though, it had merits too and I did feel uncomfortable too because it didn't feel right that they wouldn't be hypervigilant or at least not do things like putting whole masks over their face, doing a lot of noise (the witch screams, etc.). It didn't feel realistic to me, that part, not the bonding/relationship stuff because that was incredibly natural imo. ☺️

[@jay2thaudy]

​@@GeorgiaDow thank you for not taking it as an attack. We all love your content but a community that cares about the creater will be honest about the content. We as humans miss the mark all the time but we don't often accept that and admit that and then make strides to correct it. I love this quality in people because it's something I really try to be diligent about myself. So thank you Georgia for the humility and the amazing content.

[@kevinscottbailey8335]

@@littlestarshepherd teenagers do dangerous stuff all the time. When you're that age you think you're ten feet tall and Bulletproof. They danced because they wanted to dance. They wore masks because Riley planned it that way and they wanted to be silly. It's as simple as that in a teenager's mind. I work with students from ages 15-19 on a regular basis. They are not usually thinking through the consequences, either in the short, medium, or long-term when they make their decisions. Teenagers are almost always more intuitive and empathetic than adults give them credit for, but they are also more impetuous as well.

[@theforgetfulalchemist]

I'm so glad you're giving this episode a full treatment! Ellie and Riley are dear to my heart. Ramsey and Reid were fantastic.

[@GeorgiaDow]

welcome they are amazing actresses

[@The_Story_Of_Us]

Some people really undervalue this episode, but they also don’t understand just how much this Left Behind story turns Ellie into a fully realized character. It gives you so much information about her that you can basically map out her entire life story and psychological development up to this point and even to present day just seeing this one day of hers. It’s incredible writing. The most important thing you know about her is that because of her life experience, she places an incredibly disproportionate value on a small portion of her environment. She has these little items like her pocket knife, her walkman and her pun book that mean as much to her as all of our worldly possessions mean to us put together, because when you have almost nothing, you latch on to what little you have and they become incredibly precious to you. In that same vein, Riley is so precious to her for the same reason. For so long she had no one, not a single person she had to lose until Riley and this informs her social manner, she grows deeply deeply attached to one person at a time because that’s what she knows, it’s what she’s comfortable and happy with. The reason her loss doesn’t turn her into Joel, the reason why she opposite of him craves the kind of connection that he until now never wanted to have again, is because of Riley, because she taught Ellie that you fight for the things, the people that are precious to you, ”for every second we get to spend with each other”. And what I love is that this wasn’t some magic cure philosophy moment, no it made Ellie crave this kind of connection, but it didn’t equip her with the confidence to NOT have that, she is explicitly fearful of being alone. And this is so unbelievably important going forward yet also so important when you take all the stuff this episode shows you about her and then go back to previous episodes, because knowing these things make all of her scenes so much richer. You could rewatch the series and think of her as the protagonist just as much as Joel. Like when she sees that trapped infected and she cuts and kills it, that moment tells you so much about her, that from Left Behind she carries a resentment, both towards the infected and herself for not being capable enough to protect Riley, which is why she so early on is fascinated by Joel’s brutality when he defends her from the soldier, she sees what he’s capable of and she looks up to him, it’s the foundation of why she latches onto him in particular, she wants to be more like him, because if she was, she could have kept Riley from being bit, but also (and this is a bit more sinister) she could have given that infected what it fucking deserved for trying to take Riley away from her… Ellie’s anger is something that becomes so important moving forward and I actually really like that they’re laying the groundwork for it here more than even the game did!

[@pjotrh]

Where ellie is screaming: no, no, no….Ellie is angry at herself because finally she has something/someone and she knows she lost it right away. She blames herself for letting it slip, is angry with the world. And then she sees Riley is bitten, and can only think of Riley, her entire reaction flips. Also the clasped hands of happiness after the kiss. My heart.

[@SR-zn4ei]

Since I already had a clue as to how Ellie felt i didn't need to see their face in the mask scene. In fact not seeing the face but just their body language was wonderful acting from both the actors

[@rockandrollfantasy86]

But the kiss was a very important contrast in that scene.

[@CrazeeAdam]

I know you were disconnected because of the dance scene. But this whole episode was about a lot of growth etc. And what Riley and especially her last statement meant so much to Ellie and kept her pushing forward with Joel

[@GeorgiaDow]

hear you

[@stadbab]

thank you for the redo, georgia. as i’m sure you’ve surmised, this episode meant a lot to a lot of people, myself included. i appreciate you taking the time to do it justice.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Yes very true and I am happy I did also

[@NyikoDoris]

To me, Ellie and Riley have one of the healthiest in recent memory relationships especially for teenagers because a lot of media that portrays teenagers or young adults is now pushing this whole “antagonistic relationships are the best” and these two have complete implicit trust in one another. Riley doesn’t push Elllie to do something that she would be 100% set against, she knows just how far her friend is willing to go and Ellie doesn’t fight against Riley‘s “leadership“ because she knows if she had put forward something that she’s 100% against Riley would not make her do it, they understand each other’s boundaries. I felt like Riley gave Ellie a sense of she belongs to someone, that someone is willing to go above and beyond to protect her while Ellie gave Riley a feeling of someone sees her worth, and that they are willing to follow her and her ideas something she didn’t get from FEDRA

[@dragonweyr44]

The dancing on a glass display case while wearing a werewolf and clown mask scene comes directly from the game It wasn't added by TV show

[@amysinyard2239]

I also think that they were being careful with the actors. Perhaps making the “glass” case out of a stronger material? I’d like to see a making of for each episode to show us how they do at least some of the things like Ellie & Riley dancing on the countertop.

[@dragonweyr44]

@@amysinyard2239 It could be plexiglass but I would think that wouldn't be strong enough either Ballistic glass is think enough but Ellie smashes it after they're bit. She couldn't smash ballistic glass

[@amysinyard2239]

@@dragonweyr44 True though maybe they switched the glass between shots. I think I heard the show runners say that the director was being careful with Bella and Storm. It’s been a minute since I listened to the podcast about this episode.

[@chaoskiddo5996]

Knowing that they'd get bitten I was feeling anxious throughout the whole episode but seeing Ellie being amazed by the things in the mall (things we take for granted) made me smile and even laugh. Something i rarely do. I sorta envy that childlike wonder to be able to look at how amazing the world is and appreciate it as is. But it makes me happy to see others capable of feeling and expressing such emotions. Same goes for the empathy you show. Love your work (Man i suck at expressing myself lol)

[@anaiyahluther]

I think you did a great job expressing yourself! Also you can always choose to stop and try to take moments to appreciate the small things like Ellie does. Maybe you could pretend you're seeing the world through her eyes!

[@VanessaTJ]

Thank you for giving this episode a second pass. I get a lot out of the content you create and felt disappointed the previous video was so abbreviated. That feels too strong of a sentiment to laden you with, but it’s because videos like yours help elevate my understanding of and connection to the characters in one of my favorite stories. Really, you deserve a great big thank you for creating this content at all, as I’m positive it is not easy ( or at least not always easy ) to do. So thank you once again for creating a pathway for me to find a deeper appreciation for this story.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thank you vanessa for sharing this and I am really happy my redoing it is noticed and appreciated. It means a lot to me and I care alot about my community < 3

[@kevinscottbailey8335]

I'm really curious how it is that some people don't understand that there is zero chance that young actors like Bella Ramsey and Storm Reid were going to be put in any sort of actual danger of falling off or falling through that glass. Even with older actors there are very serious precautions taken, but even more so with young actors like them. Is it just not understanding the safety protocols for working with young actors on set? Just like Nico Parker was never in any danger of actually being shot by Craig Mazin (who actually played the soldier in that death scene) those two girls were never in any danger of falling off or through that glass.

[@classicslover]

This is why people were taken out of the scene. The ONLY way that could be safe is if it was rigged. Plus...being in the industry and understanding insurance requirements, since they were masked, it was easier to swap them out for stunt people of the same build. Masks can be disorienting, a fall to one side and they hit their heads on the other counter. On the other side, they could hit their heads on the way down or fall back and hit their heads when they land. Or twist an ankle or twist a knee. Mats do not save people from that. the glass not being actual glass is also a known thing because regular glass would break. Which means the "reality" of the scene was non-existent thus hard to empathize for some.

[@kevinscottbailey8335]

@@classicslover in a world where infected people become effectively zombies, two little girls dancing on a display case is what takes people out of it?! Okay LOL

[@classicslover]

@@kevinscottbailey8335 And you really believe in such a world that being bitten by infected Zombies is the ONLY way to die? Laws of physics cease to exist because only Zombies are allowed to cause death? Did you think before you typed that?

[@gabriellekili2977]

So the kids that have been decapitated filming for movies don't count or the people that have died from prop weapons like the recent rust tragedy or Brandon Lee's death while filming The Crow. Watch the bonus content of the lord of the rings accidents and injuries are common on set and deaths are something that actually happen and have happened in film in Hollywood in big budget and low budget. So yes, there is danger and being a young actor does not mean your safer.

[@kevinscottbailey8335]

@@gabriellekili2977 this is such a bad faith reply to me that I'm not even going to address anything you wrote.

[@paulsaguto9563]

Being someone who is watching this unaware of the controversy, I really value how you addressed the issue head on while informing and being considerate. I also respect how you approached the conflict with empathy considering that this is the internet and people can say some really unfortunate stuff sometimes. I also enjoy the breakdown, great content as always!

[@fedos]

Her original video focused on the dancing scene and how it was misplaced because it caused anxiety that brought you out of the episode. When I saw it the comments were all positive, so I didn't even know there was a controversy.

[@zachscully]

“The Last of Us“ is so humanistic! It lends itself to heartfelt realizations, such as those shared here by Georgia Dow: “When you think about the people that you care about in your life, it isn‘t what they say, or even what they do. It really is how they make you feel. …” Remember to not only be mindful of treating others with love and care and affirmation; also, firstly, treat yourself with understanding, love, and respect; and ferret-out and kick-out those who only fake that for you, and live your own, best, powerful, joyful, life!

[@GeorgiaDow]

aww

[@HikuMurakami]

Im grateful you gave this relationship another shot! I think its completely valid that u tell us when u feel disconnected from a scene, but i love that u took the time to do what we love of u, which is speaking of human emotion and interaction. Thanks!

[@GeorgiaDow]

thanks = )

[@angelasylvain2476]

There was so much vitriol about ep 3 that when I saw your thumbnail and title I was instantly so sad thinking that you also felt that way. I watched your video anyway. I was 100% in agreement with your video. I also felt pulled out of the story watching for one of those glass squares to break or one of them to fall off the edge. I was so relieved to hear your take - because it reflected my own gut reaction and because I was grateful to you for not joining the hate. Thank you 🙏 for BOTH of these videos.

[@GeorgiaDow]

hope you feel less sad now

[@vickynike2758]

I didn't manage to watch the first version on this video, since you saw both can you reassume what Georgia said in that one? I'm quite interested since I too felt strange about the "dancing on the glass" scene 😅

[@TheSaltyAdmiral]

Yes! I'm so glad you decided to make another video about this episode. This was great! :D Also, you should really take the "negativity" on your previous reaction as a compliment, because that is how good your videos are. If you were mediocre nobody would give a shit about a bad take.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thank you it is a wonderfully positive way to look at it

[@bevssabado3460]

so true! The reactions were just proof that people are really invested in her content and that they feel familiar enough to air out feelings. Truly is a community

[@guyrza5537]

if the criticism was constructive then sure, it is for the best to listen to it. But haters commenting under a video because their personal opinion is different from the content creator's is a different thing. If they disagree with it its fine, but no need to be negative about it

[@classicslover]

@@guyrza5537 Internet High Five!

[@Ixzion]

Glad you ended up re-doing this episode. I don't think anyone would have had a problem with you including the original feeling you had about that one scene pulling you out of the episode if it had been PART of a longer video breaking down the episode. As a standalone video with no additional commentary, it came across as odd. Since I was one of the people with criticism on the first video, I figured I should also be willing to give praise when it's done right. So good job.

[@khamza111]

Thank you for the revision of the episode 7 analysis, Georgia. While I'm pretty sure a lot of the viewers were a bit distraught by the risks presented, but I felt it would be a missed chance to only focus on just this single aspect. These flashback episodes help draw the outlines of Ellie's character, which we'll see much more of in the upcoming seasons :)

[@rez4437]

Love hearing your analysis on this episode; loved the episode and the game so it’s nice to see other’s opinion. Also I don’t think stating your opinion is a bad thing rather maybe combining your opinion and also analyzing the episode would have sat better with people.

[@SecondFloor2311]

My thoughts exactly. Of course we love to hear her opinion and her view on things. If she talked about the whole episode and her critique on that scene was just a part of it, I think people (myself included) wouldn’t have felt so weird about it or even put off by it. It also wouldn’t have left room for people to speculate on why she would skip the rest of the story. Like ending with the kiss scene but not saying a single word about it also left room for confusion and speculation. Well, decisions were made. Tho compared to a lot of critique you see on the internet, I think most of it this time came from people who usually LOVE her videos and still wanna support her but just thought this wasn’t the right way to go about things. Glad she’s back tho :)

[@bitchenboutique6953]

I didn’t see your other video but I totally get what I think you said there. But I also think that because they’re kids and they were told the mall was empty, and Riley had been sleeping there and scoping it out for a while, they really believed they were safe, that they had no reason to be quiet or think there was any infected they could awaken in there. I mean, WE knew because we were told early on in like episode 2 that’s where she was bitten, and we were shown the guy waking up. But they had no idea. And they were just so joyful. It made it hurt that much more. 😭

[@guyrza5537]

Georgia, could you please reupload the original video? I wanted to check it the other day, but was a little busy so couldn't do it. You are making amazing videos, and I am sure that me and others would love to hear YOUR personal opinion on certain things. If you could make videos with your personal opinions and just put up a disclaimer for everyone who is uncomfortable with hearing it, so they won't argue.

[@Lady_Omni]

To be fair, as a film maker (PA) I can assure you the actresses were safe filming it. The scenes where we saw the counter top were shot waist down, and they use doubles for that. Then the scenes that show the actresses were waist up, that don't show the counter. They'd have been doing it on a safe stage for sure, and just using different takes to show the whole thing. They don't do a singular take for the whole scene, and I think it's always important to remember that in dangerous looking scenes. We cut between different angles and parts of the body being filmed, so certain things can be done safely.

[@saba_nana]

im sad the other video was deleted i didnt get to see it 😭 but still, thank u for taking the time to make another one and going more in depth!

[@cyranojohnson8771]

IMO there was nothing wrong with the other video, it was nice to see you do something from a different angle -- and I'm sorry it resulted in actual backlash -- but this is very good. (I'm saying this as I'm only a few minutes in, but I'm sure this will hold true to the end. :D )

[@GeorgiaDow]

I appreciate that! < 3

[@chelscara]

Definitely appreciate it! Was really sad this beautiful journey was gonna go by the wayside because if they had fallen, well, it would have happened months ago and we'd already have heard about it.

[@paulbrigham359]

Georgia you do good work. Your videos are fun, enthusiastic, and upbeat. This is the reason I look forward to your next video, even if I only watch half of the shows you do.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thanks = )

[@SuperNutellaGamer]

Thank you so much for looking over this episode again, I really love your videos and I thought your last one was a nice little change, it's so interesting to hear your personal thoughts and feelings on things as well as character analysis and would have been happy enough if you had left it at that but I also loved this episode and was looking forward to a fuller analysis so I'm super hyped you came back to it, but I love hearing your own thoughts about hings too. Maybe you could work a bit of both into future videos? It is your channel after all and you should create the content that you want to create

[@dozer11]

Loved the save point reference! And thank you for sharing your wisdom and perspective each video!

[@GeorgiaDow]

welcome = )

[@jay2thaudy]

Who of us haven't wished the "Restart Encounter" option carried over to real life 😂

[@Wrenarias]

I actually really enjoyed the original video you made! It was great to see your honest reaction. You're not the only one that had a hard time staying immersed in the story that episode. Keep rocking on, Georgia! Your videos are always a joy.

[@GeorgiaDow]

I appreciate that!

[@KrisBendix]

Now I want to see the original cut. #ReleaseTheFeelingsCut

[@bloodyn0se724]

I appreciate every video you make! The last time you saw it, I agreed, but I appreciate the more in depth perspective this time!

[@Keolas_multiverse]

I appreciate that you took the time to re do the video. Your first video was just fine but that shows that you care about your community and fans!

[@ArtthurMorgan]

Amazing video! I really appreciate all of the informative content you’ve put out. Your videos made me realize that I would benefit from seeing a therapist and I’m currently in the process of find one fits my needs. Thanks Georgia!

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thank you ! and I wish you the best in finding someone who suits your needs and you feel comfortable with.

[@182Voguelover]

It was not my favorite video from you but no need to apologize or feel bad, you have made such a good analysis for so long and you gave so much help to so many...you don't have to apologize for 1 video 😉. This new one is great 😀

[@Dryltd]

Satisfied with both. Reminded of the pressure of expectations.

[@sarah4hp]

Very interesting to see you try and do this despite your struggle with that one scene. So excited to see what you DID take away from this episode, and what moments stood out to you as worth mentioning and analyzing. I hope my desire for you to do so didn't come across as you somehow not being allowed to make a video about a scene YOU struggled with though! I wasn't saying I did NOT want to know or hear about that experience, merely that I would be sad to miss out on your take of the scenes where you were not as distracted and taken out of it by worries about the safety of the actresses and an inability to see their faces etc. There were SO many moments I was sure you would have some great and valuable insights into that I didn't want that one scene to be all that was focused on. That being said, I loved that you talked about that moment taking you out of it, and your concerns, because it is genuinely an interesting insight into how YOU watch a show, and what "triggers" you have with regards to being taken out of the moment. It perfectly reflects your kindness and your concern for the welfare of others that it was thoughts of their likely discomfort in the masks and the potential risks to their physical safety that got to you. That was genuinely sweet and adorable, and me wanting this kind of analysis as well wasn't meant to make you feel your other video had no value or that you needed to delete it, because neither of those were true, nor the intended message in any way.

[@arielleighcicero4578]

Loved this! thank you for giving their love story a full empathetic analysis

[@paramitch]

Georgia, thank you for this new video -- and kudos to you for being so understanding and thoughtful about the reactions to your previous version. I disagreed with your take on the episode at the time, but that's okay -- I don't always need to agree with the reactions or analyses I watch, and your take definitely made me think. Meanwhile, I thought this was a poignant and enjoyable new analysis, and I especially loved the care and attention you gave to Riley as a positive and underrated character. I agree that she would have made a great leader -- and I think it's so moving that if Ellie ends up saving humanity from cordyceps, it will be because Riley kept her from taking the easy way out after they were bitten.

[@RuliManurung]

Thanks a lot for this video -- I always appreciate your insight. That said, I wish you hadn't taken down or unlisted your previous video, as I think you made some very valid points there as well :)

[@miklosvener]

Georgia, what you do here, on the net, it's just precious! Beyound our favourite show, you teach our community to be human and cherish what we have, or can have. It should be the most important things to learn in this world, hands down! Love what you do, keep these videos coming! 🤗 P.s. I wish I have a therapist like you!

[@GeorgiaDow]

aww thanks !

[@gnaritchie2009]

Don't worry about what people think, because we can't control what others think, however your doing a good job. And regarding the last it was done very well and I enjoyed it and totally understood your thoughts on the matter, so keep up the good work.

[@chuckb8514]

I like the first video too, I hope the comments were not to mean. Always love your content. Thank you for the video about Ellie and Riley relationship. Riley’s speech of enjoying the time you have whether it’s 2 mins or 2 days, Is a great.

[@travisbuschette8609]

Appreciate you taking the time to give this one another go

[@ItsGalex]

I think the video you made was great, It brought a perspective of what a therapist can’t immediately understand sometimes. You should reupload it, even if it’s flawed.

[@Niipanda3]

Georgia, your thoughts and ideas hold value. I support you whether you have viewpoints that conflict with mine or not. Love you ❤️

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thank you < 3

[@HassanAhmed-mu1bu]

​@@GeorgiaDowsame here, in like that you just put your mind out there and, and yes getting the crowd what they want is important, but from my perspective, i liked the last video too. Shows attention to detail.

[@ijlayugan4149]

If there were any harsh commenters in the comments in the last vid they should not complain ever cause this is a really good redo video! This touched me quite on a personal level too. Love the work Georgia

[@GeorgiaDow]

Aww thx

[@wtimmins]

I'm glad to see more content from you, but I understood your first version. ;) That countertop did make me a bit nervous...

[@m3rrys0ngstr3ss]

I was glad that Ellie was the one to initiate the kiss - I get the feeling that Riley wanted to be careful because she knew Ellie could follow her to the ends of the earth so she didn't want to push it.

[@MateusAntonioBittencourt]

I really liked the original video. It gave us a window into Georgia Dow the person, not Georgia Dow the therapist and KZbin personality. I understand why people didn't liked, but I think it didn't deserved the criticism it got. I wish you kept both videos up, the original and the redo. But also understand for your own mental health sake, taking down a controversial video. Love you and your videos.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thanks so much. I think if I could redo I would have just added some of the original video into this one. Who knows maybe thats what I will do when I have a compilation video

[@MateusAntonioBittencourt]

@@GeorgiaDow If you do a compilation... make sure to include you singing. It was definitely the highlight of original the video.

[@kaine2770]

Hey Georgia, I enjoyed this vid, but I enjoyed your other one as well. I'm sorta glad to hear I wasn't the only one that was a little distracted with that dance scene. I knew the actresses were in no danger my concern was for the characters, you go through that glass display case and slice up your ankles that gonna get ya killed! XD This vid is great too, love the breakdowns you do. Don't feel too discouraged by the reactions to the other video. They both have value ^_^ Love your content and keep up the good work!

[@jmcman6104]

9:35 us vs them and the idea of who your tribe is is a very very big theme for the last of us part 2! Excited to see you break either that and/or the last of us season 2 down!

[@crystaldreamvisions6578]

Hi G, I have watched several of your videos on TLOU both related to the video game & the series. I like your views and generally I find you to be rather entertaining, empathetic & wise. My previous post was meant to be a general observation, not a judgement. I figured you'd have explored more issues surrounding death, anxiety & loss, but you were expressing your own anxieties and it caught me off guard or struck me as unusual given how different the previous take was compared to other videos of yours I have seen. We all have unique perspectives and are provoked by different things in our own ways for our own reasons and that's a good thing actually. I think you did a great job of more fully unpacking what was a defining moment for the main character in the series, given that this is where she would eventually learn of her immunity and be faced with her feelings around love & loss and the death anxiety that comes with facing our own mortality. Thank you and I apologize if my previous comments came off as overly judgemental.

[@GeorgiaDow]

thanks for this and appreciate you = )

[@arionbc]

I honestly was surprised by the first video, but I enjoyed it because it was different, more focused on your perspective. So even though I'm glad to have a more conventional redo, you may think of doing more stuff like the first one, just call it 'Therapist reacts to (...) extra/plus' so your audience doesn't confuse them with a full analysis.

[@Blackdragon99omfg]

I think it would be an awesome study to lay both videos side by side so that we can see it from various perspectives. I think many viewers may not always agree, and may even have a negative thing to say. But negative in a constructive and respectful way can also boost positivity in the sense communication is open and honest. Humanising. Plus, from what I am seeing, I believe many people had the same reaction due to concerns. The fact it was a safety concern pulling one out from the scene shows a consideration for creative and people, which can only be positive in intention even if not in execution. I cannot tell you how amazing it is to see someone admit how they felt and empathise with other people instead of trying to rug sweep it. it shows a great deal of integrity.

[@ginster458]

I definitely agree with the whole „Riley is being taken away by a different group“, but additionally, to me Ellie‘s reaction pinned down way more about thinking Riley had planned out this whole amazing night for her, confirming that she was special, but when she finds out Riley actually just sort of stumbled into all of this because of being stationed there, Ellie gets angry out of embarrassment and perceived rejection- it’s not „Oh she likes me back, right? She planned this whole amazing night for me!“ now it seems like „She was here for something else and just thought it was cool, god I misread all of that I am so STUPID.“ even though she probably wouldn’t even be able to vocalize that in that moment. Often when we subconsciously feel rejected we lash out instead, especially if we also feel embarrassed about misreading someones signals. She even yells „None of this was even about me!“ This is likely the first person in her life to show her any affection and show that she knows her- and also the first person she has a crush on. It’s hard enough to figure this out in a secure world, with healthy family structures, but for Ellie this must be a legitimate emotional rollercoaster

[@jon_escamilla_]

The last video was away from the norm but I appreciated and enjoyed it!

[@Ulfhednir9]

Love your show, sorry the Internet bullied you into feeling bad about your first video, you should never feel ashamed about being honest with yourself and should always be true to yourself. This video is good too but it should be a positive experience for you as a content creator as well. It's a shame some people don't get that.

[@J_Themborn]

Something I don’t see many people point out, in episode 3, so when the Cordycepts are like half mushroom and half human, those are the stage 2 variants, Stalkers, a rarer enemy type in the game and I guess show, though they behave more differently by attacking and going back into hiding, anyway it’s the same variant that attacked her in the mall, so the one in EP 3 where she sliced open the forehead it wasn’t really morbid curiosity but anger, and since it was under rubble she made the process slow and thinking of Riley.

[@classicslover]

You already know I loved the last video on this, Georgia. Things that bring about an emotional disconnect...bounce you OUT of a story...are VALID. And no one should be telling you the way you felt about it was not valid by complaining about your topic choice, or trying to tell you how you should have felt about it instead. I mean, REALLY? Perhaps they should have tried to understand where you were coming from, thanked you for it...and then asked politely for an additional video on that episode. You're not an unfeeling robot and people should have empathy for you as well. Instead of trying to make you feel bad. This video too. was rather excellent...as all of your videos have an unfaltering habit of being. = )

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thanks CL -= ) I think this video does the show justice and the other is a fine side note maybe I should have merged the two and I think then everyone would have been happy. Though would have been a pretty long video

[@classicslover]

@@GeorgiaDow Yep. Would have been. And...you have to be able to take into consideration, your own energy level on any given day. Being ground down is unhealthy. And, last I heard...healthy is good = )

[@DeRockMedia]

As someone mentioned below, If I had a therapist (which I probably really need), I wish you were also my mine, that would be so rad! also I appreciate honest thoughts so i wouldnt be upset, makes you feel more real to me if anything (but i understand why you apologized to those of who (or is it whom?) may be agitated by it). Cant wait to see your video on the finale, and also I cant wait to see the shows take on what happens, keep up the good work Georgia! I love your love of cosplaying for the videos, its like Halloween to ya each time you do it i bet!(Halloween is my fav holiday)

[@DarthShande]

I absolutely adore these videos. I wish you were my therapist tbf

[@GeorgiaDow]

aww thx

[@technopirate304]

The title of your last video intrigued me so I watched. I agree seeing them stand on those glass showcases did kinda take me out of the show. They were being cute but I was like “Please get down”

[@largojunkie]

Hi Georgia. I always love your videos as it has been clear to me that it comes from caring and loving individual ,who has really good intentions. I can realate to how you feel about not wanting to upset others but doing so unintentionally without realising. I hope after thie video people realise that their offense was purley due to miss communication, which is no ones fault. You can't be held responabile for how people interpret your videos title and thumbnail. They cant help feeling upset because of their reaction which of course is very understandable due to the way they have been treated. I hope people learn from this that people, who offend them don't always have cruel intentions. I have autistic spectrum disorder and experience miss communication on both sides. I struggle to empathise but I am trying. I wish people would believe me too! I am not angry as I don't blame anyone I just wish I had better interpersonal skills Hope you realise how much good you do!!!!!!!

[@nickthx1138]

So much truth spoken here

[@MoiraMcGill]

I didn't see the original that you reference in the video but I, too, was pulled out a bit by tbe masked dance scene xD

[@mirrojas]

I personally don’t mind whatever you put out. Found you through Arcane. I enjoy you videos! Also, are you wearing Holo Taco?!

[@GeorgiaDow]

These are ilnp ( i love nail polish) brand happy you noticed and thanks.

[@mirrojas]

So pretty. I will have to look at their website. Keep up the great videos, love your takes.

[@GeorgiaDow]

i recommend nostalgia it is the one I get the most color shifting from

[@absolute_animetv1666]

Thanks!

[@Ms.Meggzz780]

I was indeed a little sad with last week's video that it more so focused on that one scene but I respected your choice for your channel! I hope this video is your actual thoughts tho and not something you fealt like you had to do because people didn't like your last one! Kuz it was still good!!! (The thumbnail tag line was...a bit leading tho I was afraid you were going to not empathize with ellie and Rileys journey/relationship ...BUT I watched it and was pleasantly surprised lol) There is one thing about the episode that's not said but i feel likes implied in game and show. Is that because of Rileys choice/ wish to spend their last moments together ellie lives. So not only did they get to spend as much time together as possible but Riley was able to save ellie one more time♡ Which kinda ties into the idea that it's possible there were/are/will be more people immune...but they usually end it themselves or are killed before they can find out. Ellie only lived because of this unique situation of them being alone, both bit and Riley asking her to keep going for as long as possible.

[@BiLLz66614]

This show is so goooood. Love it as much as I loved Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul.

[@lachlanthompson9157]

Thank you for taking the time to listen to how much this particular arc of The Last of Us means to so many of us, but especially to your LGBTQ+ followers. It just demonstrates why so many of us gravitate to your content-- we get to experience these arcs more deeply with the skill and perspectives you bring into it :)

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thank you so much for one letting me know and two for being a part of my community. I am happy that I did the episode justice it deserved it. < 3

[@jay2thaudy]

I'm really glad you addressed this. It's all good!! I was one of the grumpy people, but if you don't take those chances you never know what works. I always appreciate people who can just say, hey my bad and not take the critique as a personal attack. I love your content and I love your self awareness even more. I used to watch another therapist (very popular on YT) and his videos got progressively more about his opinion than the psychology behind the subjects he was supposed to be analyzing. Completely turned me off because his biases started to show. Had to unsubscribe and mute from suggestions. He ignored all of his fans who have watched his content for half a decade and instead fed his own ego. Pretty disappointing. So thank you for not being...that. Great video! Edit: You provide an insight that most other channels just can not. There are a million people on YT giving opinion based reviews, the insight you give goes way beyond that. You're teaching us about the human condition, which to me is far more interesting. It's much appreciated.

[@AmarthwenNarmacil]

I found the first video interesting because I had a completely different reaction to that scene. Please don't be afraid to talk about your personal feelings about a show, even if they are negative! It's totally valid and as I said interesting to see different perspectives. But I must admit, I was a bit disappointed it was the only thing you adressed in the first video. So I'm sad you had so much backlash and felt the need to delete the other video but I'm glad you made this one!

[@matheusmedeiros9507]

I think the last one is better than this video. She should not fell compelled to react in a certain way just bc others didn't like her first reaction. In the end, this is a show (it is ART). How can people be disappointed with her for having a true reaction to the episode? I'm disappointed with her for REDOING the reaction; doesn't sound natural.

[@AmarthwenNarmacil]

@@matheusmedeiros9507 As I said, I was not disappointed because of her reaction to that scene, just that it was there *only* scene she talked about.

[@matheusmedeiros9507]

@@AmarthwenNarmacil oh I see u. Yeah, u right. Doing that only scene led people to misunderstand her whole video. Still think people could hold themselves a little more

[@Etticos.]

No need to apologize. I thought your last video was really interesting even though I didn’t have the same issue empathizing that you did, it was still cool to get a different perspective. It is your channel, make the videos you want to make. Though, I am pretty excited to be getting an extra one today.

[@manuele.floresc]

I'm glad you did a redo as I think there was more that you could've said about the episode, but I don't think you should've gotten rid of your original thoughts. I think they are still valuable and worthwhile to keep online. You shouldn't worry about negative reactions to anything you wish to talk about. Sometimes people overreact because they're worried they're missing out on the type of content they like due to some reason (whether misunderstanding, etc.) Analyzing the text of the episode separate or in conjunction to your worries of the actors' health would've definitely held back any backlash. People aren't afraid of new things or differing perspectives, people are afraid of loosing what they like/agree with!

[@kojiromusashi13]

I didn't realize that the last video wasn't well-received, but I was a bit surprised by the change in the focus of the video. People in the comments need to remember to be kind when expressing opinions! Glad to have this video in addition to your reaction to the dance scene. Safety was something I didn't think about, probably because it's such an iconic scene from the game DLC that I didn't think about the actors, I only saw the characters 😅

[@Cenourafnord]

Agora fiquei curioso para ver como ficou o vídeo anterior!

[@arlettegarciamonteon1084]

TQM Georgia Dow 💖

[@grimm516]

Hmmm, I'm sorry not going to lying I missed the first video please Don't feel bad for trying something different I love your video and how you do them & you should feel free to try new video things

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thanks Grimm = )) appreciate you

[@Hungover52]

Missed the first release. Curious about it, but understand the decision to edit.

[@nickolaszissimos1189]

I missed the first one but I can assure you it wouldn't have mattered to me all that much, just about the only thing that offends me is if someone is offending or hurting the people I care about. I never had many people actually bond with me that deeply, and I would love that have that one person that I have a bottomless bond with. It is true for us INFJ, we do pretty much keep everyone at arms length, mainly because of the lives we lead. Anyway, someone that has that strong accountability taking attitude is always alright in my book, that is something I learned at a young age. However, I have no idea how I will be if I were in a situation where I had to keep someone calm about dying or worse. When you have never been in a situation, you never know how you will react till it happens.

[@jonathancohoon]

Love the Last of Us and I love your Last of Us videos, so I was very happy when I saw you redo ep 7. Ep 7 is my 2nd favorite episode of the whole series. Feel like people who never played the game don't realize how pivotal this episode truly is. It's the catalyst for the whole show. Think about it, the first person Ellie had to kill was her first love. What kinda damage does that do to a person. You understand why she can't just leave Joel to die. The hate this episode is getting as just "filler" is heart breaking. Edit: Unpopular opinion: Storm Reid should win Best Guest Actor over Nick Offerman.

[@DanFarrell98]

9:32 for me that's the core of The Last of Us. It's the last of "us" against "them"

[@EhrineAshbark]

While I like the fact you're doing another video, I really enjoyed the other video and am glad I saw it. Even if it was more about you and the filming of the show, that doesn't change the fact it has some genuinely interesting insights.

[@zepher664]

Very awesome of you to do a redo!

[@balzor]

The long form analysis is always great. It's unfortunate that some people complained and essentially pushed you into doing something you didn't plan to do. You're allowed to make whatever content you want.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thank you = ) and I only did it as I felt it was a valid point. happy you are a part of my community

[@KingOpenReview]

I liked both videos.

[@comicandothercons658]

georgia, we found nothing wrong with the other video, but thanks for doing this one it's more of the "traditional Dow" but, to be honest, i thought you were doing that last video as a standalone video about risk taking and safety of the characters/actors and that you were always gonna give us the "traditional Dow" joint later. great video as always Georgia, oh and by the way, Nice earthy toned 💅in case you think none of us noticed and the colors go great with your Ellie outfit!!!😉

[@GeorgiaDow]

Thanks so much appreciate and happy you noticed the nails

[@andrewhudson7108]

Unfortunately tone is hard to convey online so I hope my talking about industry safety and filming techniques didn’t come off as an insult or talking down. But glad to see you’re still smiles in spite of everything.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Not at all but thanks for clarifying

[@booperdooper9762]

I hope you still have the original video upload, I'd love to see it even if controversial. I see these types of videos and this channel as a psychological analysis and YOU reaction. A Georgia reaction.

[@waszner]

I'm kinda disappointed I didn't get to see the first version of this video. Now I'm all curious since I do like to hear others' opinions.

[@DaichiTheBrawler]

Don't let them change you! You good!

[@cyrusmcintosh3051]

You are doing just fine, don't always worry what people think.

[@FrankConnollyFTW]

If you still have the episode you removed, I would like to see it somehow 🙂 I was curious what you meant by the title. You produce great content.

[@GeorgiaDow]

I’ll see about putting it back up heh maybe with a diff title

[@okami_clips5994]

I appreciate this being the insightful video about what's happening in the show, but I feel like you shouldn't have deleted the previous one, because it also was like a little complementary video from your own perspective, and that was also important

[@baileyallen8461]

I liked the first video episode seven. This one is good too.

[@adamrodriguez86]

Don't apologize for your opinion. I get it where you are coming from your last video. You have the courage to say what's on your mind. We all have scenes that we don't like from this season, and that's fine with that.

[@femflashpoes]

I didn't had the chance to watch your previous video on this. I was curious why you couldn't relate and that shouldn't be something bad. Everybody has different views and thoughts on the same subject and that's what makes it interesting. But if you feel better doing it a second time, you absolutely can. Just do you, be you 😄

[@Kayjee17]

This is the reaction worthy of you. Thanks for listening to us.

[@GeorgiaDow]

Aww thx

[@classicslover]

The point is, the other reaction was worthy of her as well. People should not be trying to invalidate her.

[@Dularr]

I got the impression the FEDRA officer wanted Reily in the field. While keeping Ellie in the office.

[@GeorgiaDow]

i like that take

[@Dularr]

@@GeorgiaDow it really does follow the theme that Ellie is they type of person everyone wants to protect. With Ellies journey into independence and agency.