UNDER PRESSURE! | Imp And Skizz Podcast (Ep30)

In this episode of the Imp And Skizz podcast, we discuss the nuances of pressure. The good, the bad and the ugly.
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[@Randa16-Kota17]

I think every person should have a friend like Skizz the dude is so real and encouraging and just an awesome human being

[@piorfino]

I think every person should strive to be a friend like Skizz.

[@shaunacall4685]

Yes, to both of these.

[@stargirl9114]

Be that friend Not just to others, but to yourself as well Too many people beat themselves up instead of encouraging and believing in themselves Be that friend, to yourself and to others

[@bethannevandagriff7054]

"Thanks for sticking through another long one" he says. No, no, no, that's backwards. Thank YOU for giving us another long podcast. Recording these takes a big chunk out of your lives. Your, as you mentioned this week, BUSY lives, with lots of demands on your time. We appreciate you guys.

[@riuphane]

Bump this up, cuz it's on point!!

[@piorfino]

Also once again I would love to see Mrs. Tango as a guest. I think it would be very interesting to hear about the content creation world from the perspective of a spouse. It's not really a perspective we often get because the family of content creators aren't always comfortable with being on camera like that but seeing as she has started streaming as well I think she would be willing to come on and talk. Plus she is just awesome and funny.

[@TimHoppen]

You may be able to encourage her to join with exotic Oreo flavors.

[@piorfino]

@@TimHoppen lol she just buys them to make tango try them and then asks him if they taste good.

[@jaxonstars1018]

Omg I never even considered that but she would be such a fun guest

[@singingnay195]

The end of hermitcraft season 8 came at a difficult and lonely time in my life, that is when I discovered Impulse's second channel and the solo hardcore world really helped me through that time in my life. I have never purchased merch from anyone before or since, but I bought the "Exploring is Fun" shirt as soon as it came out. It still makes me smile every time I wear it.

[@arkachallo5628]

Skizz, dude, please go and see a neurologist. Don't do it for you, it can sometimes be hard to do stuff for you. Do it for the people around you, your family. They need you. Your jokes and presence make the world a better place :) thanks for all the hard work.

[@Mismatch_Monday_Mayhem]

Listening to Impulse overwhelming himself and ending up in the hospital, all too relatable.

[@Werewolf914]

Same I almost missed my High School graduation back in the day because of it but I was able to get out of the Hospital the day before graduation I did have to lie and say I was better though

[@peregrine5]

Anyone know which episode they talked about that?

[@Mismatch_Monday_Mayhem]

@@peregrine5 This episode between 21:00 and 21:20. Skizz is referring to Impulse and says "if you don't listen to me dude you are going to end up back in the hospital."

[@peregrine5]

@@Mismatch_Monday_Mayhem right, they just mentioned that they had talked about that happening in a previous podcast, I just haven’t seen all the episodes so I was wondering which one it was lol

[@Serenity_Craft]

Question for Tango: Does your thought process ever slow down, or do you try to relax and then your brain is like "what if we try this instead"?

[@MinurielLai]

So excited for Tango! Question for you all: if you could give your 18-year old self a piece of advice, what would it be?

[@lyvaellaevans]

RE: Pressure from caring what others think - I married at 18 the first time. City girl marries country boy. I did not fit in with his world at all. I took every criticism to heart, deeply. I desperately studied their ways and tried to be what they wanted me to be. Ironically, I eventually realized it didn't matter. There was always something. I was under so much pressure that I physically developed bleeding ulcers. After that unhealthy marriage came to an end, I set it in my mind that people could take me as is or they could bugger off. Like me. Don't like me. Not losing sleep over it. Of course, being accepted and liked is wonderful, but it's not always worth the price. Are you truly being accepted if you are pressured to be something else? These days, I am just me, flaws, talents, quirks and all. As is. That pressure is gone now. ... Thank you both for another incredibly relevant and amazing podcast. :) Love both your faces so very much. :)

[@erinnstreeter]

Oo, I feel this. I had a relationship with a guy from a different culture, one in which women were expected to take care of everyone around them, 24-7. And I never really felt accepted by them - it was like I was never quite good enough. And when I eventually ended that relationship, they were mad at me for not living up to their primary expectation, which was to be their wayward son's caretaker so they wouldn't have to do that job anymore. I was like you, super young - I'm so glad for us that we released ourselves from those situations so we could have years enough beyond that to find better relationships! 👍

[@Megan-ts7rv]

It's so amazing to see men talk honestly about their feelings and their thoughts. We need more of that in the world! I haven't watched a lot of the podcasts but I'm going back to binge them all. Well done guys!

[@junoantaresofficial]

Impulse, the fact that you take so much joy and job satisfaction knowing you're helping other people by providing an escape is 1000% what I would encourage you to focus on. When you're stressing about deadlines and quality and making everything perfect just remember people were subbing to you before you had the fancy camera, before you had the live streams, before you had a consistent schedule. We, maybe I speak for myself but I am confident it's the majority of your subs, are here because it's you, your personality and your energy and your outlook on life that we are here to see no matter when or how the video is uploaded. When I see that first smile of a live stream or hear the "Weeellcome back to Hermitcraft!" I can breathe easier because I know for the next half hour or few hours I'm going to be laughing and inspired and uplifted. Even if at the end the world dims back down it's still brighter because you had an effect on my mood that let's me attack problems head on. Call it parasocial, call it unhealthy, but in my medical file my doctor noted "cites pet parrot and youtube." As reasons why not. (13 reasons why, and I have 2 reasons why not, but that list is being added to.) For those struggling with mental health now and in the future please keep going. Your mind keeps trying to hit the self destruct button and that is a very difficult burden to live with that no one should have to carry. There will be people who say you have to keep going for yourself because life is precious or hold on for those you love because they will be so sad, but they don't know just how damaging and piercingly painful it is to have to fight every moment to keep going when all you want to do is rest and be done with all the hurt. You have to find your own reasons, even if it's something silly like being able to watch videos from someone who makes you laugh. Grasp onto that reason why not to hit that button, hold on to that reason and as you find more add it and keep looking for more. Even if it feels like you're a million miles away from anyone who could understand, know this. Rodney Atkins said it best, "There's angels everywhere out on the street, holding out a hand to pull you back up on your feet." You are not alone;

[@alexandramartinez1003]

I just love Skizz and Impulse's friendship 😊❤

[@lyvaellaevans]

RE: Tango seat - Sit him in the middle of the couch so you both can eyeball him from either side. lol No pressure Tango! lol

[@Monarchsfan02]

Great podcast.. truly hit me since fiance died pregnant in 2017 with first kid, and how you guys love your wives as much as I did with fiance.. helps alot

[@trash__queen]

Best wishes to you man. Hope you're doing okay

[@teddykatdurpstepper]

The fact that your podcasts go over an hour is AWESOME! when you have a guest I'm fully expecting another half hour kus you gotta realize they will have opinions too :D and I'm sure I'm not the only one who will say "and I wanna hear it all!" I am forever loving this podcast, even more so than the other one I watch :3 you guys rock keep it up love ya both homeh buddehs

[@dbluuv]

Question for Tango: “What was your first impression of Skizz?” Skizz you shared your first impressions and your interactions with Tango. I wanna hear his side of the story! 😁😁

[@Cinnabar39]

that's a good Question now I would like to know

[@Laxmi13]

Skizz, you really hit me hard when you said to impulse, that's just another form of hoarding. It's so true! Why do I need to do everything and why do I think it's not ok to drop something when it's more hurtful than helpful??

[@writersinstarlight445]

When I saw the title, I immediately thought of "Surface Pressure" from Encanto. I think that song fits this topic quite well. Thanks for this one! I've been realizing very recently that pressure, particularly unnecessary pressure, may be what's a large cause of my anxiety and other mental struggles, since I tend to put way too much pressure on myself over everything. This episode really helped me see that's likely the case, and also made me feel better knowing I'm not alone in struggling with it. I'll be keeping this stuff in mind as I try to sort it out. Loved the episode as always, and I'm excited to see a Tango on it soon!

[@riuphane]

I'd like to add a little caveat to this discussion: the difference between good and bad pressure is how you respond and how you let it impact you. Take getting fit, for example. Your mindset makes the difference. If you're taking the pressure and thinking "God, I suck" or "I look like crap" and causes you to focus on it and your not taking care of yourself and doing it in a healthy way, that's negative. If you take the pressure and say "man, this is something really good to work on" and you follow a good, healthy plan, that's positive. This might not be the clearest explanation or best example, but I hope it helps someone. Also, so glad Tango's coming in and never apologize for the length to us, we like it a little longer. Question for Tango: of all the trolling your wife does, all the hats, interruptions, and teasing, what's the thing you love most that you react most negatively to during stream? We all know it's annoying or frustrating, especially in the moment, but we also all know you guys still love each other after and that it makes for good content. So also how do you reconcile that dichotomy?

[@auntypuds99]

As a working mum with a teenager with Asperger’s, a preteen daughter and husband, the pressure that I put on myself is so overwhelming.. trying to dot the i’s and cross the t’s.. can totally relate to “ what do I let go of?” IT IS SO HARD 😢 Skizz thank you for being so encouraging to Impulse and thank you Impulse for being so honest. Both of you make awesome content.. ❤ Skizz please go to the dr. My grandma put off going to the dr for her forgetfulness and by the time she did go, she was diagnosed with advanced alzheimers and the damage was done so please please look after yourself, you are a bright light that shines on my Saturday(I’m in Australia so don’t get the podcasts until then) with the logic, laughs and encouragement that come from the podcasts. Excited to see what insights Tango brings to the podcast 😊 love you guys!

[@ronthompson7125]

Great, just chatting opening… So chill. My favorite parts of the podcast.

[@artfishal6691]

Imp take the time to appreciate your builds/achievements with your audience. We want to enjoy a build WITH you. Need to see your pride, so we know it was worth it. Pressure to be on to the next one steals the enjoyment of success. Swing back to the massive build and show what you like or what you think could change.

[@kazoohero93]

My question for all three of you would be: what was it like for Tango to become friends with the 2 of you, considering that you 2 have been best friends for a millions years. On a similar note, for Skizz, what was it like to have to “share” (for lack of a better term) impulse with tango. Just feel like this is somewhat of a universal topic. (Mostly) everyone has very close / best friends that they met at different points in their lives or in different scenarios, and integrating those friendships isn’t always a seamless thing

[@marieleelee]

This has nothing to do with the podcast but the beginning of it reminded me of my favorite song. Under Pressure is my favorite Queen song (well top 5) mostly because I heard Brian May tell the story of how the song was made. It's been a while since I heard him talk about it but if I remember correctly both Freddie and David wanted different things or they couldn't really agree on the direction and it was a bit tense (at least according to Brian). But they worked it out, Brian even said he had to back off and just let them do their thing which was rough for him. The song was made in Switzerland I think and it was very important that their next album did good and the fact that David Bowie just happened to be in town was just, idk great luck. I just really like the story because even though the band was under pressure (lol) and even though there was drama behind the scenes, they created a song together that remains to this day - one of their best. And I just really love that David Bowie preformed it at Freddie's memorial concert, even though they never performed it together.

[@Nat-qf7ds]

Ayooo, first guest on the podcast is Tango! Oh, this is going to be /fun/. Good luck figuring out where he'll sit. Looking forward to the episode with him!

[@piorfino]

There is a saying that I often have to remind myself of when it comes to pressure and stressing over things we can't control. To worry is to suffer twice, to regret is to suffer thrice. If something has the potential of going wrong, worrying is just suffering to consequence before it has even happened and regretting an outcome is making yourself suffer all over again for something that has already happened. One take away from this episode is if you are feeling pressure for whatever reason it's important to try and understand the cause and effect, where that pressure stems from and what that pressure is doing to you. If the pressure your feeling isn't helpful, by keeping you focused or pushing you to improve, but is instead limiting you, by becoming a blindfold or a road block, then it is just suffering the consequences of something that hasn't even happened yet.

[@Cinnabar39]

The "fun hanging with friends" videos are the best ones Imp, if there's building great but I really like it when your with your friends. Now I'm not sending any pressure here so don't take any.

[@TimHoppen]

As a viewer, my expectation with videos is to see each of you have fun with the content you create for as long as you're willing.

[@TimHoppen]

To accomplish this long term, you'll both need to continue to manage the pressures you feel, and Skizz needs to find a neurologist.

[@laineywright2696]

Under pressure; as one of the poor, I never had enough money to be secure, I started to hate money. It is the weight tied around my neck in the quicksand pool of life. But hope springs eternal with love and laughter, grabs hold of my hand and teaches me the Golden Rule means, share even though I can't afford it. Good podcast guys.

[@Silverbell1996]

Smth I once heard is that the same boiling water that hardens an egg will soften a potato. Which is sorta saying not every pressure that does good for one person is gonna be good for someone else. (Random thought) Really enjoyed this podcast & gotta agree that Skiz gives therapist vibes. 😂 (It's a nice thing, no worries) It's no wonder so many people come to u with their problems tho. Just hearing u break things down makes me relax too. And sooo looking forward to hearing Tango on here! :D

[@jonnylake3rd]

It's kind of like the quote “A man who suffers before it is necessary, suffers more than is necessary.” I would say the same thing applies to unnecessary pressure.

[@SethRobins189]

Hey thanks for doing this one! I related to some of the parts about expectations and putting too much pressure on yourself. Do you think you could do the next topic about the meaning of friends? Like, maybe you consider someone a friend but the other person doesn't, what does that make you and when is it bad to have high standards for people to be your friend?

[@neelgonugunta3416]

My physics teacher plays under pressure for every exam that we have, and it's memorable to the point that when I have any other tests that song just lives rent free in my head.

[@Blacjaguar]

Pro tip! People with executive functioning issues (ADHD etc) have an easier time making appointments and what not for other people. My spouse and I will often switch off making appointments for each other just because it somehow feels easier to make an appointment for somebody else. I suggest you have your wife make an appointment for your MS and that way, that leaves that executive functioning part out. Also, be careful saying that you believe that you should not be frumpy and whatever for your spouse. I think that pre-marriage councilor was extremely incorrect and was extremely hurtful. After having children it's very hard to lose weight, and society already says that we should be perfect. Then comes perimenopause and it's much more difficult. I believe that your wives are throwing themselves into working out because they feel that they have to be a certain way because society tells them that. They may not be actually thinking that in the foreground, but if they sat down and really thought about it, why are they going above and beyond just eating healthy and taking some walks? They probably feel a deep pressure subconsciously to do those things. It absolutely might not be, but very likely. Notice how you guys keep saying that you should get in shape while your wives do all that work and yet you don’t. Society is very tolerant of a man being frumpy, but not a woman. My spouse loves me no matter what my size and shape and I love him no matter what size and shape and that is how it should be. We should worry about basic health and diabetes and heart attack and what not, but when you talk about “frumpiness" that’s just downright hurtful. i’m sorry if on my days off, I’m not gonna do my hair and make up and everything. I’m gonna wear sweats around the house. I’m going to be frumpy and that doesn’t say anything about me as a person or my marriage. I’d really like to tell the counselor a thing or two!! Anyway, I really love you guys...just be super aware of negative body stuff.

[@andrewholland2763]

You MCC story relates to pressure that allows you to do well, which is called Eustress. “It is the opposite of distress and can refer to any type of beneficial stress, whether physical or psychological. It tends to be short-term and often feels exciting. People perceive this type of stress as manageable and even motivating.”

[@vince_sad]

this is my favorite podcast by far. imp and skizz's energy is so contagious. i needed these good vibes after a hard week. appreciate you guys!

[@8miceinabox]

Impulse, I just watch you for you, I honestly don’t care what you do in your videos. I actually love the ones with more collaboration the most.

[@MissGVS]

Skizzleman Kevin Bubbles Malone Refrigerator Jimmy Madeye Dugan Senior! Yes, I used your whole name. Neurologist. You KNOW. If you want people to listen to you when it is important especially when it comes to self care, you need to listen to you too. Please do the thing.

[@weaselflare]

Hey, i just wanna say, in my 5(?) Years of watching minecraft videos, i have never thought any videos are boring, or regretted watching any of them. Amd youre videos ALWAYS make me smile at least twice. I think another fun note, amd i wonder if anyone else ever feels this way, i feel a certain pressure to watch the videos of the creators i like, because i feel like if i dont im letting you down and may be influencing you to stop. And that prospect will not do, so i have to "lichen subscribe". Please dont either of you stop. We the fans love you guys. Take it easy, and take care of yourselves!

[@chemspin]

Another awesome episode. I love this podcast and I listen and watch each episode multiple times because they provide a calm space in a hectic life. I used to teach students how to deal with pressure and anxiety especially as it relates to tests. There is definitely a "sweet spot" in stress levels that can lead to peak performance. The other side of that coin is that too much stress spells disaster and can actually disconnect the thinking part of your brain and leave the reacting part in charge. Impulse: I saw your tweet about needing to do less to do more. I'm reflecting on what that means in my life right now. I hope you find what that looks like for you. I love all your content and I'm glad to see you taking some time away from content creation to take care of things that are weighing you down. Skizz - I can't tell you how many times I was working with a student and heard myself tell them exactly what I needed to hear (and do). I hope you hear the great advice you give. Please take care of yourself. I treasure your wisdom and insight. Something you said in a previous podcast gave me the courage to walk away from a job that was making me miserable and affecting my health. Thanks for helping me realize it was time to course correct. It has made a huge difference in my sense of wellbeing. 💯

[@zackeryquesnel7105]

love these Friday morning treats. Thanks guys!

[@craigcampbell195]

Questions for Tango: 1. From the Content Creation perspective, what does the overview of *your* process look like for you. From beginning to end, how do you get from an idea that “could” be an episode of something (like Hermitcraft or another series), to something that you will make you hit the upload button. And does your process differ from Impulse and Skizz. 2. If you can add any piece of copy written material to your videos and it wasn’t going to cost you anything (or get you a strike against your channel), be it a song/audio clip, a clip from a film, or anything for that matter. What would you choose and why? 3. What kinds of channels are you subscribed to on KZbin that you like to watch in your own time (that isn’t Minecraft related)

[@Aikanaro07]

What an oddly cathartic episode. Great job.

[@hannieslays3751]

I work in youth sports and sometimes I ask the kids what does it mean to win. To get first to better your times or work the plans for the race..... winning is so subjective sometimes. Perfection can never be achieved. All you can do is be better than you were yesterday. I do love skizz's dad energy! Life is the ultimate balancing act always good to have someone helps us carry things or keep us from falling.

[@shaunacall4685]

Sorting the good, the better, and the best things in our lives is hard. Priorities change, we can’t control family members choices, and we can’t see into the future. Skizz, stop selling yourself short! You are a leader and a helper. I’d be on your team for anything, because I know you would get us all to the end. I wish you had time to plan a HermitCon- I think you would knock it out of the park! (Do it in Phoenix, cuz flights to there from me are cheap! 😉) Impulse, you got this. You have so many talents and skills. We love to see you have fun in your videos, whether that’s building farms, mega builds, or TCG. For both: I wish your “core” viewers could pay all your bills and then it wouldn’t matter about the flighty naysayers looking for a quick entertainment fix. We appreciate getting to know you and respect your time, talents, as well as your personal lives. And I absolutely adore you you talk about your wives! Best wishes!

[@claire8689]

Just listening to Impulse question whether the anxiety he felt leading up to and during his first ever MCC made him perform better, and that is a legitimate theory that occurs! It's called the "zones of optimal functioning theory," and states that every individual has their own unique "zone" in their level of arousal (anxiety) that corresponds to when they achieve peak performance. Some people perform best during minimal arousal situations, and some (like Impulse perhaps) perform best when the pressure is on!

[@StarNanny]

Oooo….questions for Tango….recent podcast in re 2016 Minecon and X’s “head”: how did that come about? plus any other fav moments. Also, ever been to a Twitchcon? or would the upcoming one be first? any expectations, past con research?

[@junoantaresofficial]

Hey Skizz, maybe ask someone to help you find a neurologist, remember you're helping them feel good by asking for help 😉 you've got this dude.

[@RedisFun2]

I remember watching that ZITS stream. And I could see how Impulse seemed to be concentrating pretty hard, where the others were "having fun" if you will. SKIZZZ!!! GET A NEUROLOGIST!! I know what MS can do. Please.... Please, PLEASE! ! Maybe I'm a bit selfish, but You NEED TO BE HERE, obviously for your family, but also for so may people whos' life you touch everyday that you haven't even met! I'm one of those. You find joy and you help bring joy to so many who need it. Your positivity is amazing. Be good to yourself so you can keep being good to us.

[@blacktigers98]

For the first time, I find myself disagreeing with Skizz! “Being out of shape is disrespectful to your partner” is such a bad take. It specifically rubs me the wrong way that your marriage counsellor told your YOUNG wife to be that she should stay in shape for you. Im glad you took it as “do it for EACH OTHER” but really staying in shape should be for your own health, physical and mental. Not because you owe it to your partner. I can’t imagine either of you ever saying to your wives “it’s disrespectful that you don’t work out or look good for me”

[@ShadowKrakken]

I love your podcast. You guys are probably my favorite podcast. Not to put pressure or expectation on you, hopefully. :) just appreciation. You guys model positivity and growth. You're both genuine and vulnerable. You make spaces you inhabit better simply with your presence

[@RisingFromTheAshes97]

Impulse, one perspective to take on the "bored" veiwer complaining you didn't even build anything... They stuck around the whole video to find that out so they must not have been that bored. I love your content no matter what you are doing.

[@BlockDriver]

Abraham Lincoln said, "You can please all of the people some of the time. You can please some of the people all of the time, but you can never please all of the people all of the time." As fan content creator, remembering this releases a lot of the bad kind of pressure and let's me focus on creating things that I'm passionate about at a pace I can manage.

[@SnowshoeProductions]

Me: Under pressure. Phone: shows podcast title. Me: deep breath. Click! Thanks for another great podcast. It was calming listening to it.

[@sydoc227]

Just for some encouragement, Impulse: I love any of the content you put out. Big builds, awesome! Hanging out, awesome! I love both aspects and enjoy your content for your character, not just your video style. There are lots of us out there. Making content you enjoy will always be better than just trying to please everyone because how you feel will come through in the video. Love this podcast! You guys have very relatable content.

[@SyrinxQ72]

Loving the longer podcasts. Dont apologize for them. Great work.

[@louisecollyer4959]

I don't know how you guys do it but your podcasts just come out at the right time for me. The one about what's holding you back made me face my fears and go and get a new job. Now this pressure one is so relatable. I've been highly stressed with training for new job and putting myself under so much pressure to the point where I think I can't do it. You guys are the best and this has made me realise where I'm going wrong and how to reel it in and try and harness it. I just can't thankyou enough because wether you realise it or not , you two are a shining light in this hard world . Thankyou again from my family to yours .❤️

[@ManguKing]

Impulsesv, I know you'll be reading this. Luv u!!! That latest hardcore video was freaking epic!!!! That whole effect you gave to your voice while being under water was a great touch!!! Bellisimo!!! Can you tell skizz: Skizz luv ya!!!! Bro, look at all that you carry on your shoulders, Atlas got nothing on you!!!! Don't loose sight of that. Anytime in which you feel unhappy or that you lack the progress that you wish to attained, just remember all else that may be so numb to now that you take it for granted, and yet here you are with a freaking smile and a zoo regardless. Question for tango: will he ever get back to tweaking with villagers. How long since he last played hockey? How do you put up with these knuckle heads!? If you weren't a minecraft content creator, but still be successful, what would you be?

[@sarahmiller9066]

Impulse, thank you for being vulnerable. I’ve struggled with anxiety and pressure. It’s nice to hear that I’m not alone when it comes to overloading your schedule. ❤

[@alia_and_gotin3117]

If you do so much that the core that got you where you are suffers and loses traction because you don't have the time for it you move backwards. It's hard to remember sometimes.

[@kitblevins6578]

Just remember, you can please some of the people some of the times, but not all the people all of the time. Don’t sweat the small stuff. You guys create amazing content.

[@RxDoc2010]

I’d love to hang out with Imp & Skizz. Keep putting out what you can take the time you need for yourselves and “Be good be good to each other” -Skizzleman

[@papercuts4u843]

See the neurologist, Skizz....my storm sailed my boat to a nephrologist recently and apparently my boat should have set sail much sooner rather than later for a better result.

[@singingcello7813]

I thought this was a therapy session for Impulse too😂. Take it easy every once in a while, you guys deserve it.

[@trash__queen]

Talking to tango about time management and working on big projects would be right up his alley. Honestly surprised you guys could get some of his time away from decked out, especially with a new life series too. Also talking about streaming and group work like the among us streams. Also maybe just talking about all of your journeys to meeting each other and becoming friends and working with each other

[@KristenABales]

I've been struggling with pressure lately, so hearing this was helpful. I run a full time business from home, homeschool two boys, and my husband is jobless at the moment. He also suffers from painful and debilitating health issues that come and go in waves. (Though he'd be working if he could get hired through the pain) So there are times when I have to pick up the slack with chores around the house on top of paying all our bills, maintaining our only income, and educating our kids. I've had a few breakdowns from the constant pressure, but the only thing I can do right now, is keep going, because if I don't we lose everything.

[@caryndert4726]

I've always said "The only pressure in life, should come from the shower head!"

[@bizzybeans9833]

Not gonna lie, I'm very amused by the idea of three of yall squished and snuggled up on the couch! XD Also, I need that Imp & Skizz's Acapella Queen cover album yesterday, please and thank you very much! These episodes are genuinely something I look forward to every week. Thank you as always for being so awesome!!

[@MissGVS]

Yay for special guest!

[@antjer.1377]

Please keep doing the podcasts. They are the light that help me survive my boring house cleaning routine each weekend 😄

[@saphlora8739]

I had to rewatch the first 2 minutes because Impulses ear meets up with the design on his hat and it looks like an elf ear and all i could do is stare. ugh. I just love these two.

[@theplaylistmakerr]

Tangooo!!!! Another great podcast as always!

[@mrfoodarama]

Just as you're both explaining how you've over extended yourselves, I'm thinking Dang I wish these Podcasts were Longer ! 😜

[@miniciominiciominicio]

This podcast is the realest. ❤

[@bettik9527]

I needed this talk so badly. This was so interesting. Thanks for putting this out here!

[@theturquoisecoveredunicorn9443]

This podcast really came at the perfect time for me as the pressure is building up in my life right now and since I like to keep it to myself it was reassuring to see you guys talk about this topic and make me come to a neutral state of mind with your conversations. What I would take away from this is to do what YOU are proud of without focussing too much on the pressure those watching you live your life put on you. Thank you Imp and Skizz for another banger ❤❤❤

[@katieengland8772]

Thank you for being so real..

[@jaxonstars1018]

Another fun episode, excited for the special guest!!

[@InvisibleManCZ]

I can't wait for Tango, thank you for these amazing podcasts.

[@gageloard415]

You guys rattle off eachother so well. Thank you for the Episode excited to see Tango join his buddies for an episode!

[@LL-ev2yb]

39:20 I also struggle with overloading myself with projects. I want to do so much, and I see so much value in each of those outlets, that I struggle to let go of even one activity/responsibility. It's actually a little funny to me that you two are weary of having longer podcasts. These longer episodes are my favorites to put on in the background while I work. I can then go back and find specific parts later. Sure, I might have to pause it a little more often when people pull me away, but it's also easier to put them on when I have long stretches of activity ( driving, working out, writing, etc ). You guys are doing great, and these episodes are always an absolute treat to listen to.

[@Werewolf914]

Thank you guys so much for the Podcast and everything else you do, it's been stressful and hard lately but as soon as I turn this on I immediately forget whatever is bothering me and I'm able to smile and laugh within seconds I always look forward to this Podcast, and the weekly streams and the KZbin videos and all that.

[@cosmo1177]

I look forward to these podcasts every Friday. I love you guys and hearing all your stories is always fun and inspiring. No pressure :p

[@chilly_philli3336]

When you where talking about the flies in the karate kid it reminded me of trying to complete the speed run challenge in Goldeneye 007, I think it was the silo level. Insanely difficult but I was the only one of my friends to unlock that one. Thanks for your podcast, absolutely love the energy.

[@lemonrinds8296]

I like how you guys delve into you feelings, and talk through your thought processes while you calm yourselves down. I think the long-standing friendship between you guys is very evident. Thanks for being positive mental health role models :)

[@lraihly]

This is super timely for me. I’m under a lot of pressure and trying to figure out if it’s healthy or too much.

[@erinasnow]

Skizz, as someone who watches the ZITS olympiads or any game you're in (although admittedly, usually not from your perspective as I have limited time), I am not watching to see you win, I am watching you have fun. Winning is secondary. I will never think people are just throwing it, if they do not "succeed"/win, I might at most think that they have a slight preference to being amusing and having fun than being competitive. And there's nothing wrong with that in my opinion. It's just a difference between people. I am so jealous of people who can play a game purely for the fun of it. You are a very amusing person. (And of course, same goes for Impulse)

[@jennapothier7310]

I find that if i have a certain amount of pressure, I start to block it out. I'm not sure why, but I'm guessing it has a slight bit to do with how I react to dangerous situations. In those situations; times when I feel my life is genuinly in danger, I am calm as ever. Nothing bothers me until I'm safe. In those situations, its a good thing. but when it comes to getting work done? Not so much. I try very hard to prevent the pressure from building up to that point because otherwise I shut off. All I can do is a leisure activity that normally is able to help, but it can't here because the source of pressure is work that needs to be done.

[@steff8069]

I need a certain pressure to work well. if my work is busy I get much more done than if I just have a handful of emails to work off.

[@TheNdpeterson1]

Can’t even imagine what a magical world it would be to report to skizz. Seems like you would be an amazing boss. 😊

[@michaeliaqu]

I'm halfway through the podcast and my god just listening to impulse listing all the pressure from his early years made me feel out of breath. idk how you do it doode. i think i'm more like what skizz said.. when pressure is upon me, i'm not even brave enough to address it lol. but thanks for making this episode. i love how self aware you both are.

[@kyleontilt]

I tend to put the wrong kinds of pressure on myself, and it gets to a point where it's paralyzing. It can be very frustrating, but I feel like I've come a long way from where I was a few years ago. Also, I'm very stoked for Tango to come on!

[@andrewholland2763]

Also I cannot wait for Tango to join y’all.

[@grey_cat_crozzing]

Aw yess i love listening to the end of your podcast on spotify just as the notification for the video comes in xD looking forward to seeing tango on the show in the upcoming weeks. I don't have a question per se, but I'd love to know more about how you met. How networking between content creators goes on and if you met through the cc world then how'd you go from coworkers to friends?

[@myrandamiller91]

Watch the first episode, they go back to the very beginning to now. It's a great listen!

[@grey_cat_crozzing]

@@myrandamiller91 thanks! I kinda meant tango and them, not imp and skizz ;) but yeah the first ep is great ^^

[@myrandamiller91]

@@grey_cat_crozzing Oh! I believe part of that story is in the "Living with the Hermits" podcast. Skizz mentioned meeting Tango before then but getting to really know him then. Impulse has said that he and Tango met through Minecraft though I'm not entirely sure of how. It would definitely be a great story!

[@TimHoppen]

Limited life notifications just hit. What do I do? I'm not done with this yet!

[@Tazinoka]

I've got a fairly difficult question that I'm hoping Tango could answer for me. Ahem... Yo dawg, what's crackalackin'?

[@brendenmoschinger769]

Impy, you could drop all but one project and I’m sure we would all follow and support you no matter what. I do love all your content that I’ve caught though😅 lol. Don’t forget to take time for yourself though, because no matter what you and your health take priority. That goes for you too skizz. I’ve only just found the podcast recently and it’s by far my favorite podcast…keep up the amazing work in all that you guys do, because it shows.

[@renskekasper826]

Half way ghe podcast i thought, hmm maybe it would be fun that they would have guests, maybe tango or something🤣 love it!!

[@myrandamiller91]

I have a great question/wanna know for Tango, and all of you really! What is your favorite part of Minecraft aside from the online community aspect, and why haven't the 3 of you gotten together for a series? Will you in the future?

[@kmul79]

Skizz, actually Impulse, just tell Skizz to take his own advice: Comparison is the thief of joy. Just because you don’t feel like your pressure is as heavy as someone else’s doesn’t mean it isn’t. Treating it that way can lead to you not dealing with or coping with that pressure in a healthy way. I really, really enjoy these podcasts. So much to think about. 💜