How Bluey Shows Stress Perfectly, Especially the Creator's (Stickbird Deeper Meaning Explained)

[@Pugly]

Watch the New Bluey episodes & any other Australian only content by using Atlas VPN for just $1.83/mo + 3 months extra: get.atlasvpn.com/Pugly Stickbird is one of those episodes that is kind of confusing but gosh I have to admit even before understanding the meaning or fully analyzing it, it made me super emotional. I feel like all the emotions it displays are just superb so this was something I’ve been wanting to make for awhile now haha. I hope you enjoy buddies :) Become a Member: - PC: kzbin.info/door/DZNUb6vcwQT2G4qXz_VzUwjoin - Mobile: www.patreon.com/TheUglyPugly?fan_landing=true Twitch Channel: www.twitch.tv/puglystreams My Bluey Twitter: twitter.com/HeelersFridge

[@chellastation]

Thank you for this episode 💙🐶

[@TheLoneBit]

Please tell me what the is song @ 1:44. I've checked the description and I've hummed it to an AI but I am lost. Edit: Sorry, It is just: アシタカとサン - Kazumi Tateishi Trio

[@TheLoneBit]

Nevermind, I just failed to follow the A.I. Exact instructions. It is just アシタカとサン - Kazumi Tateishi Trio.

[@Pugly]

The song at the part is come hang out by ajr

[@TheLoneBit]

@@Pugly You are absolutly right. That is the song at 1:44 I meant the song at 1:54. That's my bad.

[@kaedenjohnson2591]

I appreciate that we never got to know what’s bothering Bandit, sometimes we don’t know what’s going on with someone and that we can still be there for them.

[@vou8779]

while i do hope we get to know what happened to him, i really do like this idea. it's a concept i really want to see explored more in shows, it's really important for children to learn that despite not knowing too much on the situation, you should always be by anybody's side.

[@kennethsatria6607]

Its likely not about his father I think, or Chili wouldn't have said for him get over it. And it also doesnt match with his quote of creating something beautiful. But then seeing the children must also have some weight. My best guess is its just existential thoughts built up in him that makes him think about his family's future due to some work related drama.

[@kamikeserpentail3778]

Given that he was talking about creating something and it no longer being yours, and his job as an archaeologist, I'd assumed it was a presentation or something that didn't go over well, and maybe he received some criticism for.

[@giancarlofelicianocastaned9316]

It's clearly not marital problems because he and Chilli love each other dearly.

[@ElectricLegend14]

I especially like that it's open ended because it allows you to put yourself into his perspective. What does it mean to you, and what do you think you should do about it. Bluey does this in many different ways and themes through each episode and that displays its beauty even more.

[@AngelusNielson]

I love how everyone is concerned about a cartoon dog. You can't but help to love these characters can't you?

[@Pugly]

Haha they are as human as you can get despite their characteristics 😊

[@thatguysanimation]

​@@Puglysome other "human" characters don't feel human and bluey shows you can feel human without Being human

[@AngelusNielson]

@@thatguysanimation Besides, empathy is NEVER a bad thing. As a matter of fact, we need more of it in this nasty old world.

[@Manticorn]

The unifying concern over fictional characters reminds me of cultural phenomena of the past that, until now, have been pretty much exclusive to live-action dramas like Grey's Anatomy or Game of Thrones. But I especially like that this is a show that little kids enjoy, unifying across generation gaps as well.

[@AngelusNielson]

@@Falien.i As I said, empathy is not a bad thing. Quite the contrary.

[@IronVigilante451]

This isnt a kids show, its a family show. Something for both kid and parent. We need more like that

[@meg2249]

Kinda like how Mr. Rogers was what I would consider a family show too back in the day. We really do need shows that are for both parents and children that don’t necessarily spoon feed morals to you.

[@cassie6146]

It honestly puts a big smile on my face that Bluey is the one who introduces the concept of throwing the stress away to Bingo and later Bandit since it says a lot about how she's matured as both a big sister and a person (well, dog but you get the idea). Back at the start of the series, she was more than a little bossy and inconsiderate, especially towards Bingo which we can see in episodes like "Magic Xylophone", "Hotel", and "Granny Mobile". Not because she was trying to be rude, but because she was still learning the ropes of social skills and cooperation. It's pretty incredible to see how much growth kids can exhibit over the course of a single year or so.

[@TheCatMurgatroyd]

wow this opened up my eyes, actually 😂 I was really annoyed by Bluey and enjoyed Bingo and especially their parents a lot more. But then again I don't enjoy kids too much and I guess Bluey was/ is just going through a learning period that any kid goes through. Maybe bluey doesn't bother me that much. Maybe just that she hasn't learned how to be more considerate of her surroundings, was what bothered me.

[@fabplays6559]

@@TheCatMurgatroyd That's something Bluey has taught me too. I've always been annoyed with kids of a certain age, when they struggle to regulate their emotions or express empathy or understand things. But this show made me remember that kids are still very early on in the school of life. They have not learned to do these things yet. In some cases they don't even have the areas of their brains ready to do these things yet. So it's made me a lot more patient with kids when they're being chaotic.

[@TheCatMurgatroyd]

@@fabplays6559 well put! I'm glad my nieces and nephew are older because i can communicate better with them. But understanding that kids are always in development will definitely help me if i ever have to deal with kids again

[@VermilionRen]

I think you meant the episode "Grannies", no? "Grannie Mobile" was Season 3.

[@HolyKhaaaaan]

Now that I think of it it kind of reminds me of Thomas the Tank Engine. In the classic series Thomas started off as bossy and impetuous but he matured over time, at least up until season 6.

[@alphaomega7191]

Ultimately it doesn't matter why Bandit feels the way he does in this episode - we all feel like that sometimes - it's all about how we deal with those negative emotions.

[@Pugly]

Very true! I explore that around the ten minute mark I believe but I think it’s almost better to have less explanation sometimes in art or media. It allows us to make our own interpretations, and it’s more or less the basis of “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” haha 😊

[@BentendoFR]

I love how everyone was wanting to know why Bandit was upset, only for Joe Brumm to say that it didn’t matter. But it shows how one of the show’s strength is being vague on serious subject matters, which allows more viewers to connect with, even make their own conclusions. Great review as always!

[@Welsh7133]

Totally agree, sometimes it’s good to be a little stoic

[@Pugly]

AHHH ITS BEN!! I couldn’t agree more with what you said, bluey always tackles these subjects with grace especially when it is a little vague (which happens often haha). Thank you buddy 😁

[@asterling4]

​@@Pugly i think part of the reason they're vague is also because... well, this show is fundamentally for children and for _childhood,_ and a responsible parent isn't gonna put their problems on a kid. part of childhood, a good childhood, is being protected from stuff like... i dunno, your parents' traumas or money problems or fights. i inferred that it was a very adult issue that the kids didn't and shouldn't be concerned with, but what _did_ make sense was concern for their parent, so that's what we get to see. i find that the show tends to respectfully and accurately portray a small kid's view of the world. a healthy, well-cared for kid. which is why it resonates so deeply for adults - we get to see these things we were put through as kids, but kinder. we see these little cartoon kids get _cared_ for. they aren't terrified of their parents' stress or being forced to feel that stress for themself. they get to be kids. the vagueness is part of that, i think. we are put in the shoes of the children first and foremost.

[@zenbright9213]

The next episode shows him buying a surfboard. And wanting to do things he did before he had kids. His wife in this episode kind of hints at it as she said " forget about it Big Blue" this nudge to him as the 2 previous episode where she wanted to relax on the beach. As Bandit showed her how to relax where you can.

[@Wallnuts]

The first time I watched “Stickbird” was the same day my wallet was stolen from me. I spent the whole day removed from the people around me and sulking in how I could have prevented it, why it happened and why it would happen to me. After seeing bandit throw his problems into the ocean, I broke down in tears and felt like I wasn’t alone anymore in my sorrow. I picked myself up and began replacing my lost items (although I won’t be able to get that photo of my grandma back). I wish I could thank the writers for putting things into perspective for me Edit: I just realized I was picking up snacks for the beach that day too and the wallet was stolen at the gas station. Didn’t end up going to the beach because I was bummed out, but I guess I still got to see the beach that day :)

[@RoseLord]

Aaaww I’m so sorry that happened to You it sounds awful but I’m proud of you turning that bad situation to a nice lesson/story It takes a lot to do that kind of thing I hope you get to go have a amazing day on the beach soon and hope you find something to remind you of your grandma in anyway maybe a item or a story hopefully both 😁 real soon I hope you and anyone reading this has a wonderful day/night, week and month ❤️

[@boopdamouse]

Really shocked to hear that to some people thought this episode fell flat. This episode easily became one of my favorites and really resonated with me. I dissociate alot when I get upset and I saw myself in bandit so much. Plus this episode taking place in the beach hit hard too since when stuff gets rough at home I would distance myself by heading to the beach and staring at the water for as long as I needed. I remember around my first watch I was crying cause that day was one of those rough days and I just needed that episode that day. Stickbird is up there to me as one of the best bluey episodes of all time and one of my favorites personally

[@ThereAreThoseWhoCallMeTim]

Here’s one theory I have as to what might have been on Joe Brumm’s mind while writing this episode: Disney’s constant and ridiculous censorship of Bluey in the U.S. and everywhere else it has exclusive distribution rights. Joe has expressed his deep frustration with how often Disney either edits Bluey episodes without asking him, refuses to air certain episodes out of “sensitivity for certain audiences”, or forces Ludo Studios to make changes to scenes they find “problematic”. I can only imagine how distressing this must be for poor Joe, having his beautiful animated series that means sooo much to him on a personal level be stripped of a great deal of its unique magic, and not having any say over the matter whatsoever. Sadly, as Bandit put it in this episode, “Once you put something beautiful out into the world, it’s no longer yours, really.”

[@Elda_Reid]

As a creative I totally get how painful and frustrating it would be

[@thunderflare59]

Best part of this episode is Bandit learning from his own daughter. It's a beautiful thing to see her unknowingly give back to him after all he's done for her.

[@pundertalefan4391]

I appreciate this episode a lot. I have autism, and I have a habit of overthinking things, and going into emotional spirals. I don't like it, but I really can't control it. I try to confront my feelings, but when I try to, I end up experiencing so much anxiety that I shut down again. So the technique showing how to "throw away" these unpleasant feelings, really helps me. Thank you, Bluey.

[@Pugly]

Your comment really warmed my heart, it’s so special for me to hear that the technique you saw in the show was utilized for yourself with success 😊

[@rebekahjohnson5940]

This episode resonated with me this way too! I’m glad I’m not the only one. Bluey is very good at teaching this stuff.

[@pundertalefan4391]

@@Pugly Awww. Thank you for what you do. 💙

[@jase123111]

I have not got autism, but that also happens to me too.

[@Harryben2149]

I have ADHD and Autism and I tend to overthink things a lot

[@andreasmith4029]

I honestly thought this was about Bandits struggle with his self image. It seems around the "musical statues" and "granny mobile" episodes he goes from being proud and eating in every other episode to getting into trying to exercise and being self conscious of how he looks. I know this is touched on in another episode but I'm not sure which one because it's not on Disney+, but it caused some controversy a month or two back because people didn't like that bandit was starting to act this way... Which is absurd.

[@NakedOwl501]

It really was absurd. This show manages to show a bit of real humanity in every episode. As a parent I love the show because instead of just portraying the parents as these flat characters that just have nothing but good times and time for their kids alone (like Peppa... ugh), sometimes they aren't "perfect" parents. This stress episode, the hangover episode, and of course the infertility episode, all show these adults as more than background characters.

[@roxassora2706]

​@@NakedOwl501I understand where some people are coming from as Bandit seemed to be body checking.

[@satihadadog5903]

The episode was Exercise, the into ended up cut

[@Foojaleeckalikeelamaka]

My personal take on it was that his dad died of a heart attack at his age & now he's having to face his mortality. Edit: Just realised his dad was in an earlier episode, I miss remembered it as another dog (step dad). My mistake.

[@one-onessadhalf3393]

Well, from my perspective, it isn’t all that absurd when you take into account that his kids watched him do this and watched him talk bad about himself. As a lot of people can tell you, myself included, growing up with a parent that has a bad self image and talks about their bad self image a lot in front of their kids, kids can internalize that a lot, to the point where they develop the same negative feelings about themselves and their bodies as their parents. Obviously, that’s not a good thing, so I think it’s understandable for people to raise that concern

[@TheKirbylore]

I’m surprised that people are guessing it’s something to do with his dad. If it dad was ill, I don’t think Chilli would be acting the way she did, it would be kinda mean spirited, especially after we found out how she feels about HER father

[@pundertalefan4391]

Another thing I thought might be bothering Bandit is that he thinks he's getting old. That seems like something that Chili would tell him to "let it go" about, since there's not much he can do about it. In a later episode called TV Shop, he goes to get some vitamins, saying that he's been feeling like an old man. Also, when he says the line about putting something beautiful into the world, he might be talking about his girls, and how one day, he won't be around in the same way he is now. Just a theory.

[@Akanisen049]

This is how I read it. The worry of your kids growing up and moving on in life as you get older is something a lot of parents experience. I love hoe so many people can pull so many lessons and emotions from this episode, that just goes to shoe how good the writing is.

[@mcfrog5473]

What I also really love is that instead of immediately telling Bingo to throw away her upset and angry, Bluey first asks her if she wants to keep it. Sometimes we’re not ready to let go of our emotions just yet, and throwing them away immediately won’t help. Here, Bluey gives Bingo the choice and she choses that she wants to throw them away

[@chowrites6179]

As a father of three I'm going through a lot and so when I'm stressed I tend to act as Bandit did. I see Bandit as a great father figure so after seeing how he handles his own issue here, whatever that may be, I intend to try it for myself. I very much appreciate you making these videos as this isn't the first time that a Bluey episode has impacted my family and I in a positive way.

[@Leo-01928]

I love how Bluey is essentially teaching kids about coping mechanisms while at the same time she’s just teaching her sister. I kinda wish this was a season 1 or 2 episode because I feel like I needed those strategies in my life.

[@Madocvalanor]

I know you probably aren’t going to see this, sir. I watch this series with my nephews on occasion. This episode came out this summer after i was diagnosed with cancer. They love playing with me, but the stress, pain, and depression that comes through the multiple surgeries and chemotherapy treatments I’ve been through, has severely hampered my ability to just let go and play with them like I used to. A part of me worries they’ll start to resent me for it. But… the days I feel good and they are here, I play with them. And in that moment, i can smile. Thank you if you did read this. I’m currently 3/6 of my treatments and I’m trying to keep a smile on my face and ring that bell when I’m done.

[@Pugly]

Cancer is one of the most heartbreaking illnesses in the world and I just wanna wish you the best, I’m really happy to read that despite all of what you’re going through you still find the time to find quality times with your loved ones. Don’t give up, you’re so strong to be able to deal with all of this and still make meaningfully moments with them 💙

[@Madocvalanor]

@@Pugly I think tonight, I’m going to follow Bluey’s example and throw that stress and fear as far as I can, and just live in the moment of my recovery period.

[@MeLMeLMox]

If granddad Bob is injured Chili wouldn't tell Bandit that to "give it up" in fact Chili would especially understand Bandit

[@Pugly]

Agreed! I feel like I had to rush past those topics without too much evidence because of the ultimate answer by Joe Brumm haha

[@skinnerartstudios]

As someone as myself who's autistic, I relate to Bandit. I get lost with myself and stressed and sad about certain situations.

[@CaptainC319]

As a trained social worker up here in Canada, I wanna say I adore how Bluey depicted the throwing away of all that angry and upset. It is so important that kids learn these coping skills early so they can continue to develop them as time goes on. Bravo team Ludo. Bravo.

[@x0gucx]

I love that bandit is a self insert but one that isn't perfect but tries his best to keep his family happy. I hate when a character is obviously modeled off of the creator but is shown to be perfect and never wrong and if they are wrong it's "corrected" the next episode making them right.

[@MrWarners14]

While it’s fair Mr. Brumm thought Bandit’s feelings weren’t for us to pry and it’s his personal feelings, Bandit and Joe Brumm’s pain is valid. It’s clear whatever they are feeling, they shouldn’t feel shamed for it. They both have done cool things for so many people and have others that care about them. Joe Brumm may struggle with what he makes but I’m happy for him making something that resonates with so many people, including himself. Bandit is a good dad despite his flaws. They don’t define him and he’s able to be a great guy. This episode was definitely relatable and it was an emotionally resonant experience to watch. It’s a powerful episode.

[@foxtatertot]

Pugly, I just want to say that I absolutely LOVE your usage of AJR intrumentals in your introductions. They're so well picked and thought out! "Finale (Cant Wait To See What You Do Next)" is not only one of my favorite AJR songs, but it being used for this episode's intro is so perfect.

[@Pugly]

Thank you buddy!! I spend a long time picking each song so it makes me really happy when I hear stuff like this 😊

[@DaYemenball]

I also love how the crew were even confused and that Joe was the only one who actually knew, yet he kept if vague and said it didn’t matter, probably reliving some memories or even pondering current (at the time) stressful or o certain things in his life.

[@Skrufylookin]

I just watched this episode with my wife and Daughter and cried at the end. I was recently demoted from my job that I had a set schedule and off every weekend. I wasn’t given a reason and that angered me and made me so sad because my time with my family will change. My wife hugged me opened the back door and I threw all my anger and frustration out the door. I feel much better now

[@Pugly]

Thank you so much for sharing this touching moment with me, I wanna say I’m really sorry that things at your job changed so suddenly, I’ve been there in the past and it’s world shattering but I’m beyond happy for you to have a family that is willing to support you in such a remarkable way. I hope you continue to be well despite this set back 💙

[@lizebotha8783]

For me it would make sense that Bandit is worried about his father being ill. My grandfather was in hospital and passed away when I was Bingo's age, so if that is the case then it brings me some closure

[@godofall7624]

Nah can’t be that

[@birthdayfruitecake8158]

I like what I've seen of Chili and Bandit; they seem to really have each other's backs, even as both go through problems.

[@showbyrockclips4277]

A potential theory on his thoughts could be his own health. We've seen bandits weight is something he's sensitive about. And while that may seem like a minor thing to get down about - I can easily vouch that when you're worried about your appearance, it can really take down your entire day. Combined with the really of aging. Of course I'm generally happy its completely left ambiguous! But given afew episodes where the family even calls him out for munching or we see how in "Daddy robot" his sneaking of Chinese food. His health and guilt over those actions probably hit him hard at times.

[@Maplie]

A trick I figured out was to visualize a pipette sticking out of my head to suck out my fear and anxiety so it wouldn't clog up my chest.

[@No_Direction-99]

I absolutely love this show. I relate to so many episodes and they make me feel less alone. Stress, anxiety, abandonment issues, etc. Bluey is where I go to remind myself I’m not alone in what I’m feeling

[@creamcickepika14]

The best part for me about this is even when Chili knows what’s bothering him, she helps him stay grounded and helps him feel better at the same time

[@CelticStar8]

Ya know, Stickbird seems to hit differently, now that Ghostbasket is out.

[@infamousoffbeat8770]

These bluey episodes hit hard man. Especially as a single dad. I love it

[@squeebers]

The Sign shed more light on what Bandit was going through here. And what Chilli was going through in the episode that went in hand with this one.

[@Autumn-Leafeon]

Stickbird was such a. really hard-hitting episode for me because... in that episode, it reminds me a lot of when i have days where i can't stop thinking about my past trauma that was inflicted on me as a kid. In the episode, i just.. really felt how Bandit continuously tried to be happy but every time he was left with his thoughts, he'd get really sad and just zone out. There's just some days where I don't think about it at all, but other days where I feel... well, upset and angry. I shouldn't have gone through what I went through, but it was such a long time ago too. It's the kind of sadness that can really overwhelm you, make you question everything about yourself and your self-worth. The only solution to the upset and sadness that I do feel over my trauma, though, can't be to change the past. Collecting all of the upset and angry and throwing it away, at least for now, feels freeing in a way. Almost like I'm throwing the people who hurt me far, far away. Those thoughts will come back eventually, but for now, it's the freeing feeling that helps you realize that things are different now, and that I'm safe now. Even having the ability to throw them far away is an indicator that I'm safe now.

[@raylordofkhalah28]

I also think his "When you put something out into the world, its no longer really yours" could apply to his *kids*, the fact they are growing up and will eventually have to go out and be adults and he cant protect them when they do. All he can do is teach them how to take care of themselves. the thoughts every parent has

[@Pugly]

I can see that too, I really like your perspective on this buddy. This was an awesome little read 💙

[@Emilia923]

Yeah my immediate thought when he said that. I also thought he was stressed out about parenting. And wether he was doing things right. His insecurities taking over. That’s why if chili was saying to give it up maybe that was her way of saying don’t dwell on that.

[@CorVids1031]

I loved Stickbird so much. It even gave a good stress coping mechanism. It felt so real.

[@7Write4This9Heart7]

Could not agree more! I also like to use this stress coping mechanism now! lol. :D

[@lottepopowl6140]

This was a very good explanation and I myself went through a point in time where somebody said something online where it just caused me to be stressed and hurt. I was walking with my brothers when this happened and I just unknowingly overthink it and ignore them and when they asked what was wrong I said "nothing." This video touched my heart and it was worth the wait. Your channel in fact inspired me to check bluey out. Bless you with the amazing content and keep up the good work.

[@Pugly]

It’s truly amazing to hear that the video resonated with you as well as you eventually checking out bluey because of the stuff I made, which is literally the best thing for me to hear. Literally just made my night, thank you!

[@amairhapokala]

Bluey has EVERY aspect of childhood and parenting nailed down to a T. Every. Aspect. Never seen a show like this EVER

[@stirlingsingle12]

I NEVER. I NEVER THOUGHT ABOUT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE THE THREE KIDS AND RAD BANDIT N STRIPE OH MY GOD IM GOING TO CRY OH MY GODDDDD. PUGLY IM GOING TO CRY

[@Aiamano9]

This show actually has our best interest at heart

[@horrorstory4047]

As a young adult with Bipolar and Trauma from my past, Bluey shows me things that at times hit so close to home and even things I struggle with as an adult Letting even me learn things to help myself and others around me

[@UdoTeddybear]

This episode was definitely one of my top favs. As an undiagnosed autistic kid, I always struggled with my emotions causing my reactions to be more over the top. I even did the dissociation that Bandit did, which would make my friends upset at me. I would constantly get a talk down (or worse yet, the dreaded ‘do we need to go to the car’ talk in public spaces) for my reactions. Even as an adult that is now diagnosed with autism, I still struggle with my emotions especially now being afraid to show them due to past consequences. So it brought major comfort seeing Bandit go through similar struggles. Amazing video as always :]

[@Pugly]

Thank you buddy and thank you for sharing a little bit of your life with me. I’m really happy to hear how much you resonated with bandit here due to your own past experiences, I’m sorry you had to go through those times in your youth but you being openly aware of them and how it shaped you into who you are now is a extremely valuable tool for you now since it can help you better heal from those experiences and even better assist you with dealing with your related struggles. I’m proud of you for being proactive in your efforts to figure yourself out buddy! I hope you are doing well 💙

[@HeirToPendragon]

2 minutes in I knew EXACTLY how this episode would end. Saw it coming a mile away. No surprises whatsoever. I still cried.

[@krzysztofkasperczyk6417]

wow, im speechless. the clip when Bandit throw his stresses in to the ocean and instantly smile, it just make me cry so hard, im really longing for that felling, and i only felt it once in my live.

[@jennyofalltrades3118]

My family has always been artistic in nature, and on both sides, music is a huge part of that. When I got my first real job almost 6 years ago, I started having trouble managing my anger and upset over the things that customers would say to me throughout the day. One day I turned on my favorite Disney playlist while driving home and began to sing along. After a few big numbers, I realized that I was feeling a lot better. I started building a 'destressing' playlist full of big Broadway/Disney numbers and whenever I have a bad day I put it on for the ride home and sing as loud as I can. I ignore all other thoughts and just focus on singing the song and it makes me feel sooooo much better.

[@Pugly]

I love this so much! it’s awesome that you identified that this is how you destress for you and can use it as an awesome tool for yourself 😊 I love music as well and it helps me sometimes but it sounds like it’s on a whole another level for you buddy 💙

[@mauvecosmic2996]

imagine if Bingo actually said "I want them to explode" instead the line she said in the episode when the kid ruined her stickbird. that would make it way so much funnier

[@Steebve]

The fact this shows up when as of late ive been feelin stressed really puts a smile on my face

[@HarmonicaMustang]

The 'throwing problems away' is a fascinating take on the idea. I've made my own version of it. While meditating, as a breathing exercise, I imagine manifesting all my worries, frustrations, anger, pain, sadness etc. into black smoke I breathe out into cupped hands, which I push away and watch dissipate. I keep going until I feel like there's no more smoke to breathe out. It's helpful in decluttering my mind and emotionally resetting.

[@einsam3]

For me, when I first watched this episode, I felt like that wasn't any in-story reason for Bandit's emotions, it was purely for the creator, Brumm, to vent his own personal frustration of what he was going through with Bluey. But this point in time in production, there was already some backlash from a few Bluey episodes, including an episode being banned ("Dad Baby"), and some censorship for minor details. I imagine that as a creator of something so lighthearted, and for something they put so much care into getting right and appropriate and more, to still face such strict ire from audiences and scrutiny from overseers can leave one feeling empty. I think this episode is all about creating art and how it'll be interpreted. That's why Bandit himself says "But when you put something beautiful out into the world, it's no longer yours, really."

[@hcapps7769]

Fell flat? Really? The ending gave me actual chills. It made me want to try it when I get stressed!

[@princesspikachu3915]

“I’m not taking advice from a cartoon dog!” That’s a lie. I totally take advice from a cartoon dog.

[@impagain]

I'm a creator working towards creating my own animated series in the future, and I have been crippled on multiple occasions by worrying about what happens to my creations once they're out in the world. Bandit's line "When you put something beautiful out into the world, it's no longer yours, really" absolutely is destroying me. It's so real, and it's almost like one show creator to another directly, it feels like. God I hope I can put something beautiful out there. And I hope I can be strong enough to let it go...

[@In_the_halls]

The: “I want them to explode” part is very funny to think about. I know there are some times when I feel the same way

[@amethystimagination3332]

Even though they don’t say what was bothering Bandit, I remember seeing his expression when he’s checked out and thinking “I’ve been there.” I think we all have moments where we want to be happy but the outside world has invaded our minds.

[@pangolynn7]

I love how this also gives a purpose for learning how to throw far- toss those bad feelings!

[@dubsky_]

Honestly, this episode was one of my favorites of Season 3 from the moment I watched it live. Chilli is... literally my most favorite character in all of media currently after the Rainbow Baby theory was confirmed, so obviously I really appreciate all the incredible writing she's received, but I always felt like in recent times Bandit's been a bit under-served as a result and that makes me appreciate this episode. I feel like there's still a *lot* they could cover with Bandit and I'm confident they will with time. I also love that *what* he's stressed over is never elaborated, Joe's completely right in that what it is specifically is irrelevant, it's that kind of universal messaging that makes Bluey special to me.

[@taydoingthings549]

Theres this one artist i knew about when i was younger that the episode reminded me of dearly. He (Andy Goldsworthy) would make some beautiful display out of leaves or stones or sticks in the countryside, snap a photo, and then leave. And nature would reclaim its sticks. It existed for a time where he had agency over it, but even when the artwork passed into the wind and sea, hed still commit to this method. Like the piece's existence at any given point was more valuable than how long it remained. We cant always control the things we put out, but we can at least control ourselves, how we cope with our own emotions. Its hard to realise not everyone will 'get' what you do enough to value it similarly, as well as be brave enough to put out anything at all if this is so unavoidable. But here's what ive taken from the episode: The inevitable loss of control once you put something out into the world shouldn't stop creation or the enjoyment found from it. Theres more sticks, and theres you. You can make more stickbirds. Corny as it sounds, it was nice that the thing existed, right? (I was going to say something more relevant to the episode/video itself, but this came out, so ill keep it as is for now.)

[@djennyclaus7703]

I can easily see myself in Mackenzie & Bandit since i experience some anxiety & stress; sometimes i'm just in my troughts & need to shake my head to snap back to reality.❤

[@v1v1d1ty]

i love your deep dives on bluey! also the background music is very calming. :) very peaceful to watch, thank you! i hope you make many more in the future.

[@Pugly]

Thank you buddy!! I have quite a few videos planned so I’ll make sure fulfill that haha 😊

[@GrandCorsair]

I watch Bluely when I'm feeling really down so watching this actually made me feel little better after. I guess it was the right episode at the right time to have the most impact on me. I really appreciate how sincere this show is. I'm glad he channeled his personal experience into such a good lesson for both kids and adults.

[@zodiac_silver2919]

I love the including of instrumentals from AJR. AJR's music really reflects a lot on mental health and experiences on their own battles, even expressing in one of their songs to fight internal battles. Its such a great add to videos of episodes that focus on Mental health. Great video and I really love the depth that the Bluey team goes through to make such amazing episodes

[@Blabhabonsteriods]

Wow that sudden drop of an ajr song hit me like a ton of bricks. It’s very rare to hear an ajr song in the wild

[@kuichi3543]

i know hun, i know

[@TheKitsuneCavalier]

I believe that the technical term for "over-thinking" is "ruminating." I've seen a video or two on ruminating, and find it's something that I do myself, way too often. It's definitely something that I have found worth exploring about myself. I should explore it more, rather than ruminate over it.

[@justhysteria]

My mom just left my dad for a guy she met in rehab. My mom is a drug addict, and an alcoholic, living in a van my dad pays for. I've seen he's been distracted lately, when my little brother or I ask a question, he kind of doesn't hear us. Rewatching this episode after this justhits really hard.

[@ravensnerdworld]

I like the episodes when one of the parents arent perfect Chilly needing her 20 minutes, Bandit realizing he should have made the kids get out of the bath early. With how many parents look up to how Bandit & Chilly parent i think its important for them to see that they dont always have the answers, or they fall short at times

[@eeveefennecfox]

I still wonder what made bandit sad to begin with,I was thinking maybe it had something to with work like he had a bad day before going on vacation,but he was fine in relax,but it was weird that chili was also sad in that episode before :s it would really sucks to be sad during vacation time,ever since they comfirmed the miscarrige,this came to mind that maybe this was the day that it happened and it made them sad,cause you remember the anniversary of it,and maybe they weren't allowed to be sad at the sametime cause that would worry bluey and bingo,so someone has to stay in a good mood for alittle while,if they never comfirmed this though,I think other bluey fans would still think of this of why both chili and bandit were sad in separate episodes anyway

[@ralunix4612]

This episode is lovely. It's heartwarming to see someone find a way to deal with stress. Bandit even more because I love him.

[@christiannataylor2735]

I think an important point is to not feel like you have to blend into the atmosphere around you all the time. Sometimes that can be isolating as you can like you're alone in a crowd of people, but it can also feel like you're allowed to express yourself and feel your feelings. I think both things can be good for you, but too much of either one can either take too much of yourself or not allow you to enjoy the world around you.

[@cheezbiscuit4140]

My headcanon is that thing where a study is published and the media speculates wild ridiculous shit and claims the study says stuff it doesn't, it gets criticism and controversy all over the place and that happened to a scientific journal article he wrote.

[@eeveefennecfox]

that doesn't make sense with bandit,didn't you even hear what bandit said in the episode? sure doesn't sound like it's work related to me

[@carolynv8979]

The ch in Bach actually makes a k sound, and the song is “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring”

[@DaYemenball]

For me, I visualize my stress being “thrown away” or just outright destroyed once I feel like I’ve resolved the issue on a personal level. This visual is typically a leopard 2a6 seeing that the stress is partly resolved and he has permission to fire and puts 3 rounds of APFSDS through it, ultimately destroying it entirely. I tackle a lot of stressful situations one at a time and organize them on a visual tactical map. Once I am past that situation, the leopard 2a4 comes in and I move on to the next target/cause of stress.

[@bruhnanners1136]

Brumm’s daughter saying she wants the other kids to explode is hilarious

[@squeebers]

11:50 Whoever wrote this line, truly understands what art is. What films are. That's the kind of person that creates some of the best art in the world (When I say art I mean: Drawings, sculptures, etc, Films, tv shows, movies, videos, and music.)

[@amazing-medo3883]

this is one of my favourite videos from you and one of my favourite videos so far as usual your editing and music are top notch and always warms my heart this topic was especially relatable to me and probably everyone we all had this period of time in which we couldn't really function or interact with others as we used to or even show emotions normally anymore just drowning in our own thoughts be it bad or good and in that period especially i started studying interoception therapy and i am really glad and surprised you brought it up because that is also what i thought and the writers choosing not to reveal bandit's problem made it far better for me because it makes it even more relatable and wholesome and them showing bandit actually learning from his kids and not scratching it as a silly children's activity made him a more kind and better person than he was already in my eyes i am really happy you published this video because i made my already amazing day even better by a long shot because it is my birthday actually so thanks alot for that buddy your videos are really well done and amazing so please appreciate your work and be proud of yourself because you have earned it have an awesome day pugly and i hope you the best ❤

[@Pugly]

Oh no I think I’m too late but happy birthday buddy! I hope it was awesome overall and It’s so cool I was able too post this on the same day as that haha. As always you make these awesome comments that really bless my day, so thank you again! It’s incredible you knew about interoception therapy and you learned it in the past to help yourself 😊. Hoping your well buddy and thank you again

[@amazing-medo3883]

@@Pugly it is never late ,thanks ton mate i really appreciate it and i was surprised too when i saw your video on the same day as my bday couldn't have asked for a better surprise it really means the world to me that you like my comments but trust me they have been nothing but truth i genuinely enjoy your videos and yes i used interoception therapy to help me and others in the past and actually made a research on it for school and got an A so i am really proud and i realised that it barely got material it is a really underrated and overlooked method yet very effective thanks again and have an awesome day puddy

[@No_Direction-99]

The part about putting something beautiful into the world really gets to me because I just started a blog project… it’s for the poetry, quotes and writings I made to express my mental health. I’m afraid of what the world will turn into but I also know it’s time to open up in some way “If you you want people to hear your story you have to find a way to make it beautiful.” -Alastair Grimes That’s one of the many things I’ve written…

[@Priderockstarlion]

You did an amazing Job. Describing this Episode and the struggles in life of Stress and depression Thank you Pugly! I feel very supported with this video of yours

[@TitanDraugen]

"when you put something beautiful in the world, it's no longer your really." I don't agree with this because of the whole A/I thieves stealing actual artists' creations. Artists' work must be shared, not stolen.

[@modernmusic52]

I do find that visualizing my emotions helps a lot, but I try to comfort them and see them as something that needs help than something evil

[@primykins106]

You posted this video at the perfect time for me. Who would have thought following some crazy soul on KZbin for Wonderlands videos would yield such helpful content. Pugly, you're amazing. Your community is amazing. Thank you

[@Pugly]

I don’t see many wonderlands peeps on here! That’s incredible to know that you are still enjoying my content and it’s helping you buddy, that’s so exciting for me thank you for telling me that buddy 😊💙

[@lightningspeedextreme2913]

Here's what i think...it might not be so clear but i think Bandit's head being in clouds is cuz he sees how his kids are growing up, maybe he is asking himself, what comes next?...idk thats kinda what i got from that special line too

[@dontatmebro-]

17:15 that caught me so off guard and made my day. I wish you a good day.

[@Kawf._.is-trash]

9:21 the subtitles is crazy lmao 😭😭😭😭

[@sohanarahaman8070]

That’s a really good messaging Bluey especially all of the stuff to really wonderful handling this topic and situation. It’s really amazing.❤😊😢

[@HolyKhaaaaan]

This is a good episode, and reminds me not only that I need to get out of my head, but that it's normal to need to do something to get out of so one's head. Sometimes I offer up prayers in order to do that. Letting God take care of problems I can't handle is sometimes the only thing I can do, otherwise I just spiral and lose control of myself.

[@sprdrums]

I feel this in my soul. As I have yet to see this complete episode. My kids are the most important thing in my life. I’m also trying my hardest to keep my family together. Stay strong brothers, to me the sense of purpose in life is life itself and those little kids need you to be strong.

[@dragonking2248]

Okay I definitely clicked on the right video, because I have been stressing over something for the past few days. This helped. I wish I could have seen this sooner. True it will take some practice until I feel better, but, this helps remind me that I have to restart doing things I like rather than over thinking that there is a right way to do it.

[@Pugly]

I’m beyond happy you were able to find this video during such a stressful time in your life. I hope whatever is happening that it gets better for you and I’m wishing you all the best buddy. Things get better I promise 💙

[@dragonking2248]

@@Pugly Thank you. I will definitely keep what you said in mind. Can't wait for the next video.

[@chellastation]

This show always makes me cry

[@Wastl37]

I love how Bluey handels such topics in such a cute and also very helpful way. I kinda was stuck in a emotional hole for the past week (actually I started watching Bluey about a week ago, so that might be the reason I fell into a hole) I just watch this Deep dive about two hours ago, went shoping after that. Then rightafter I just went somewhere outside the town on a Bench near the road just to thing about this episode. While thinking I saw a not very deep ditch near the road. Then I got reminded of the end of stickbird, where they just throw away their bad feelings. After that I imaginged the ditch to be a deep hole, as a matter of fact I imagined it to be my own emotional hole I had. I tried jumping over it, it started with small jumps out of the stand and after like half an hour I was jumping over the ditch (my emotional hole) in notime. So Bluey got me into an emtional hole with how some topics are handeld and it got me out again with how some other topics are handeld.

[@Ani-yt4nf]

This came at the right time for me. So much is happening. Thank you for this analysis since you're able to share the lessons and all amazing things in this Bluey episode to someone like me who doesn't have the ability to watch all episodes of Bluey on streaming services. Thank you Pugly!

[@magmafeesh1828]

Heh, my anxiety is a stone I frequently drop from my hand... but find it often returns to it unbidden. Stupid boomerang-y stress. Still... it's a good skill to have: visualizing balling up your stress/negative emotions and tossing or dropping them (and walking away, leaving them behind). I like to exhale when i drop them too, as an additional physiological cue to myself to let them go.

[@fairlyoddenginecreations]

Bandit alone carries this episode as his body language and vacant expressions tell us so much, making it all the more satisfying when it goes away at the end. One of his best appearances in the whole show, in my opinion. Unfortunately I don't think the visuals of this episode are very good. Minus the ending shot, which is a shame because nearly every episode of the show has something pleasing to the eye. Although that is my only criticism in this very profound episode in a very profound show.

[@Pugly]

I will say I have to agree with you on the visuals, it’s not too noticeable on the first or even second watch but after that and further I did notice that the background was less pleasing to the eye for me. But I do love the way they use the beach in a couple exciting ways in the episode with the pools and different fun sand activities that we didn’t get to see in the other beach episode

[@fairlyoddenginecreations]

Yeah facts. I think The Beach does a far superior job of immersing you into the experience of trotting along the shoreline and discovering the many interests.

[@ollieminecraft]

Demetrius: The friend that always finds a way to break something.

[@notyouroppar4406]

I like the idea about his job more. I think Chilli wouldn’t brush him off, if his father wouldve died.

[@TheMonacleSpy]

This is one of my favorite episodes next to Space and Army since, like those episodes, it showcases what actual mental distress looks like from a character's perspective. In this case it shows how a person at their wit's end disassociates from the world. So many people in all walks of life get pulled into this call of the void and just...disappear mentally for a while. Sometimes they aren't even sure why it happens or what causes it but it all has similar symptoms of shutting off external stimuli and requiring someone or something to snap out of it. Aside from being depressed even people that are upset or excited do this to regulate their mental state. My biggest vice was playing MOBA games for 10+ hours a day in my 20s. It got to the point where the game was no longer enjoyable, droning on through match after match until I got physically tired. Thankfully I stopped playing games as I got older and more responsible but I still have moments where I shut down mentally when stressed out, find a place to lie down and just stare at the ceiling.

[@andocoolxd5158]

Ah, this is awesome to hear; EXCELLENT VIDEO, MATE!!! A review, an analysis and a debate table at the same time?! Brillant! Honestly agreed, the reason actually doesn't matter, the focus isn't on what was Bandit's deal, but on how this affected him and left him with a void; so when he symbolically threw away his insecurities, it wanted to point that he took a big weight off him and felt lightened. Another thought would be, they made it as ambiguous as possible, so everyone can relate as we all got bad days, days in which we are... off and disconnected from life, and in which we just don't want to speak to anybody, being lost in our own thoughts. Anyone can relate to that, not regarding on the context... this show doesn't seek for how's, but for why's, how perception can vary between each individual, and that's why ambiguety is a huge part of the experience; so everyone can relate. Some thinks might be clear, but there's always that spot of blurryness within thoughts as if the show was asking you "Now, what do you think this ensued and why?". But since it's fun to discuss a specifical reason, here's my personal view: My theory is that... Bandit had some bad news [very likely work related] in the middle of his vacation (what a pain in the bum that is...) and it triggered him; maybe this 'news' (probably his work getting either refuted or stolen [makes sense considering the phrase]) were a triggering point and last straw for his already damaged self-view, and he left reflecting around all of this, rethinking his life choices as a clustered combination of insecurities and issues (work issues, his mental ordeals around health, middle-life crisis) collided into his state of mind, putting a huge weight on him. Clues could be how Chilli is so chill (🥁) around the situation, meaning at least some time passed between the triggering point and the present, how he got especially upset around the line "you put something beautiful on the world", and how he seemed frustrated rather than weeping (and perhaps also adding his whole ordeal with his weight issues). Another clue on how this was a spontanous thought could be the fact, on Relax his attitude was jolly, and that's why Chilli was sympathetic but not comforting, maybe he already told her and his vulnerable side was left unseen, making what we saw him, lost in his own thoughts... But he carried their thoughts all through, and now she's just like "Honey, leave them, we're on vacation". An additional reason could be on the phrase itself "when you put something beautiful out into the world, it's no longer yours really" having a double meaning, so maybe additionally he also got sentimental on how, his girls will not last forever and he'll sometime have to let them go (what a sad thought)... Finally, both explanations could actually work: In universe, his wide combination of different insecurities clustering together to deliver a psychological weight and IRL, a metaphor to depict criticism and just negative feelings, and how to deal with it... Left ambiguous to again, let everyone identify with the situation. I'm just glad the Big Blue Guy finally got symbolically rid of his inner demons, by 'throwing' them into the dephts... My, this episode was MAGNIFICENT 💖💖💖

[@blueheaven0667]

i thought at 2:04 what bandit said was meant to mean something about when bluey and bingo get older, and practically move out or they don't rely on him anymore. bluey and bingo is something beautiful that he had created, going of into the world without him. which is why at the end of the episode you could see him holding nothing, looking like he was cradling it before sending it off.

[@Pugly]

Maybe! That’s the fun part, it’s fully up to the viewer to decide what the episode means 😁

[@sniknerduke]

Never thinking about bandit that way but i appreciate that u just figure it out for us to let us understand more about bandit's personal side