When Identities Collide | Internal Conflicts in DID (using actors!)

Although we had to use our phone to go LIVE, the actors playing the alters still gave a stellar performance!
Here's the much talked about Live Confrontation Scene from the stream. Demonstrating what happens with internal conflicts occur within Dissociative Identity Disorder.
ACTORS:
ED: Thomas Fabian Parrish
JAMIE: David Flanagan
JAKE: Will Sid Smith
OLLIE: James Ryall
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[@marym9208]

oH MY GOD AT ONE POINT ED'S ACTOR LOOKED REALLY TENSE AND ANXIOUS AND SO JAMIE'S ACTOR PUT HIS HAND ON ED'S AND ED JUST COMPLETELY RELAXED. IM NOT CRYING, YOU ARE

[@Rosemary-go8us]

Me tho

[@elhascoolshoes9704]

1:00 my heart..

[@zeusrulez]

Then Ollie’s actor comes up to comfort

[@Hiforest]

Yup, me too! They did well to choose such good actors too :). Well done everyone:).

[@babyggukie3580]

Agreed, I think it's a tie between Jess and Ed, they both did so well

[@illy681]

Wow it's as if they've physically jumped out on camera

[@xXxIMNOTANGELxXx]

I wonder what the actual boys are thinking while the actors are speaking.. like.. if it's really something they'd say and such. Very interesting concept!

[@actingmak]

SAME

[@OcyTaviAh]

I think Jess said they were going to do a reaction thing about it

[@littlepixy2]

Yes! I just watched the live stream where she said they were going to do a reaction video. I'm so excited to see it

[@actingmak]

I am LIVING for the clip where real Jake is giving actor Jake tips. I can't wait to hear Ed's thoughts and how he's processing.

[@user-mz7xo6ez7m]

I wonder if any of them were trying to front really, and how they all handled this while this was going on.

[@skelefrog_]

I'm sorry I know this is all serious but when Ed said "I can't believe..." , I thought he sounded like the vine that goes "Aw f*ck. I can't believe you've done this"

[@grimmmmmmme]

I shouldn't laugh but damn I love it when people can make me smile through a joke and optimise the situation.

[@firebreathingchickenduck4936]

I had to stop at that part because of the yelling so like thanks for the laugh.

[@skelefrog_]

Fire Breathing Chicken Duck No problem lol!

[@vampiricly]

oh man I really wanna hug ollie right now aaa - I'm a 16 year old with sensory issues (specifically with yelling if I'm unprepared for it) so I'm really empathizing with him and the headphones and the curling up and I just want to give him a hug. edit: OK SO THIS IS HELLA OFF TOPIC BUT OLLIES SHOES HAVE THE TRANS FLAG ON THEM AND I DONT KNOW IF IT WAS ACCIDENTAL OR ON PURPOSE BUT I LOVE HIM

[@chels3833]

from what i can tell, his shoes are only blue and white!

[@jillypepper_]

casey the flag is on the bottom of the shoe. You can see it at about 10:38 :)

[@sanitycaycay2507]

I love Ollie so much, he was just in that little ball the entire time and it was so sad. I too have sensory issues, so I can relate. (And DID!)

[@mattimoodle5160]

17 and can relate. I literally wear my headphones 23 hours a day basically. Whoop whoop, I have had literal panic attacks at the IDEA of not wearing my headphones for certain situations in the past 😅 Fml

[@mattimoodle5160]

Also, trans appreciation is always a good thing 👌👌 We could always do with more love to the trans community (I'm NB / trans masc. btw)

[@Callsign.unicorn]

Seeing how Ollie reacted to the fight brought me back to my 7 year old self hiding in my room listning to my parents screaming at each other :'( to this day I still cant handle people who are fighting..and Im almost 30 Years old... :'(

[@ambergarris3075]

Same, my friend. I get very, very anxious but I also get my claws out and go on the defense. I was the one who put myself in front of my mom when my dad became argumentative and/or abusive. Any time of fighting makes me start shaking and I hear my heart beat in my ears. I'm so sorry you went through that as well. My heart is with you, love ❤

[@eluanlien6940]

I'm late but it's the same for me, your comment and Ollie's attitude make me cry, that's... I perfectly understand, I feel exactly like that and I react the same and it's confuse but I think we're a lot to feel like that. (Basically, English isn't my native language, sorry for the mistakes)

[@dokadoka4922]

Same! My dad has anger issues and would scream out literal death threats at my mom over the littlest disagreements. By now, I know that he's only saying it out of anger, but as a child I genuinely feared that one day she'd end up dead. I'm 18 (almost 19 now), I have a 12 year old brother and I always bring him away from the scene ever since he practically a baby. Usually I'll bring him to the farthest room from the argument, suck up my tears, and play monopoly or cards with him to get his mind off it. I PRAY that he doesn't develop any kind of fear of arguments like I do :(

[@Callsign.unicorn]

@@dokadoka4922 no one in my family has anger issues but my parents faught alot when they were married...now 23 years after they divorced they are best friends :)

[@Elya08]

Same. 31 years old and I completely freeze and shut down.

[@joannmedors2939]

This is my second time watching this... I watched it on the livestream and again now. Tom NAILED being Ed. You forget he's acting and you think it's actually Ed. Amazing job everyone!

[@amyb1993]

This also made me understand Ed more, I'm guessing his response to trauma is comply and everything will be okay so I can see how his role as a persecutor fits in. Its his way of protecting the body and ultimately protecting Jess at the end of the day. It was interesting to see this, I've had experiences with a few adult trauma survivors who do similar things so its interesting to see these things manifest with DID too. You guys continue to amaze me, thank you for sharing this with us, you are so so brave! (even when it doesn't feel like you are)

[@grimmmmmmme]

Ollie in the corner got me feeling shit, it wasn't exactly a trigger, but damn I can empathise completely. To all the actors, bless you! You're amazing! And to the system: we all love you, every individual, you're all godsends. Love you! ~Natalia

[@jahbrianawilliams7326]

This made me emotional. Great jobs to the actors, especially the one that played Ed. And when “Ollie” went and gave “Ed” a hug, that was so freaking adorbs just because I felt like it was such an “Ollie” thing to do. Thank you, Jess, for giving us an insight into your mind and life. My heart goes out to you. ❤️

[@sarahsweeney7917]

That moment whe Ed says "maybe if we look nice, they'll like us, and maybe won't hurt us." That hit close. Y'all (all of you), thank you for your willingness to be honest and oh so vulnerable. And Ed, thank you for speaking what so many of us feel.

[@Delicate_Disaster]

The actors you chose to portray your system do such a wonderful job. They seem real. They seem how I imagined them. They seem emotional and supportive and loving and raw. These videos are so amazing. ♡ you all are wonderful both in your physical state and in your headspace. ♡

[@selenahernandez6102]

I almost cried Jess. I cannot imagine what you have to go through on a day to day basis, but I loved this performance and I want to thank you so much for sharing what it is like for people with this disorder from your point of view. 😭❤️❤️❤️

[@kaylabarnes]

Will\Jake being Jess' shield is absolutely amazing!!

[@theflower1689]

i started giggle when ed's actor literally screamed "you thought fucking wrong" its scared the shit out of me lol my sound was all the way up too he basically screamed lol

[@justagirl4828]

As an actress this is so interesting and I really enjoyed it! Thank you guys so much for putting it on the yt channel as well! I love your videos!

[@JulEnglefaris]

This was so emotional to watch. I was tearing up listening to this. I can only imagine what this is like internally to argue like this between the alters.

[@Zernium]

Goodness, this felt so raw and authentic, it was really jarring when it ended and they switched their moods and started clapping and I remembered they were acting.

[@Capricorn_Enigma]

When Jess said "I just want to be normal for once, can everyone just leave me alone... Just.. GO AWAY!" I felt that. I have said that so many times to my alters and vice versa, it isn't easy. Especially when everyone has their own mental health issues do deal with 🤯🙁

[@ashleytupper6049]

“I just want to feel _normal_ for once” i managed to keep the tears at bay till that moment. I don’t have DiD but do have GAD and slight BPD. I’ve been struggling with depression and anxiety since I was 8. I’m 30 now and started seeing my psychiatrist 3 years ago this month and I say those words to him almost ever single visit. I was diagnosed with GAD right away, to absolutely no ones surprise lol. I was lucky that it only took about 6 months to get my meds sorted but it took me a good two years to accept that this was now _my life_. My psychiatrist was amazing during all this, reassured me that everything I was feeling was to be expected, that I was mourning the life I lost and that takes time. Last year I finally swallowed a lot of fear and brought up BPD. He told me I definitely have slight BPD but would classify it more as ‘BPD tendencies’ instead of the full blown disorder. Having the diagnosis doesn’t magically make everything better but it open up the door to learning, understanding and coping with what is going on. I’ve binged your channel all day today and will be calling my psychiatrist first thing tomorrow for a next available appointment. Heading Ed talk about the past trauma, his clear pain, it made me realize that the past memories I’ve been trying to ignore, no matter how much I push them down, will always be there. It also made me see that those memories trying to push themselves forward these past years are a big reason why my sleep pattern is almost nonexistent and my temper has been getting shorter and shorter, hard to keep the facade going 24/7. Sorry, rambled on there, kinda par for the course with me though 😅

[@stopitforjin1000]

This channel has done so much for me , after recently receiving my DiD diagnosis after years of tests I haven’t got to known my alters as I’ve previously been scared of them. I recently got to know Alvin We have a long way to go and I’m so happy to see you all posting the good and bad sides because we need to be ready in case this happens, thank you from all of us x

[@BVBGirl-3313]

These actors are amazing, im so happy you found some awesome people to help you show what this is like to others...

[@TheInfinitySystem]

That was heart-wrenching, brutal and absolutely brilliant. THIS is what it has always sounded like inside our head, for as long as we can remember. THIS is what we though went on in everyone's head. The next time we wish that we could stick someone in our head for 5 minutes so they would understand... we'll pull this up. Oh man, were we hearing Mimi in Ed; classic persecutor/protector. She's less... violent about it, but compensates by being far more sharp of tongue and blunt almost to the point of embarrassment. And the last part... Oh, Jess... that moment of overload when you would give anything just to have everyone shut-up for one moment and not be this seething mass of thoughts and emotions and just know, FOR ONCE WHAT IT WOULD BE LIKE TO BE NORMAL. I/We know that feeling. We know it so, so well. You're incredibly strong and you're NOT alone. /system support 💕💪👥 --- Chris and the rest of the IS

[@taliahblack7756]

Oh my gosh, wow... I cried, i wasn't watching a reenactment i was watching what you and your boys/men go through everyday. Obviously i have no idea, what their reaction was or how you all chose to present this, but it must have been a mutual agreement for you to post. I love all your men and your little man Ollie, i think gaz is an exceptional man, and you Jess, are truly the apitomy of beauty. Your smile is contagious, your attitude is admirable. Thankyou, thank all of you for allowing us into your life, sharing your story and being voulnerable with the whole world, you have taught me and continue to eduacte me on a topic i knew so little about and now have a (miniscule understanding in contrast), none the less have an understanding... Thankyou Jess, Ed, Jamie, Jake and Ollie, thankyou for every video and every smile... :)

[@ailusilvera]

ed's actor should *seriously* win an oscar

[@aubreyhaven8972]

I've been working up the courage to watch this video for over a month, because I knew it would hit really close to home. I cried through the whole thing, but I want to say: Thank you.

[@ccyanidesnacc6845]

So proud of you all, this has to be the most creative and progressive concept I've seen with any d.i.d. channel. Thank you for doing this, and putting yourself through so much for us.

[@samcooke3766]

Thank you for sharing something so vulnerable. Really helps build understanding of how systems work as one! Amazing acting and powerful message. Sending love to all ❤️

[@skyeblackheart456]

Now that was an empowering depiction of what goes on internally with DID. Thank you for the glimpse and well done actors on putting a physical representation of the Multiplicity system

[@KatherineBright]

Lost for words. So powerful and triggering for me especially hearing Eds pain and feeling Jess being yelled at but at the same time incredibly real and with purpose of healing. Your journey is so unique to yourselves. Thank you for educating us. Respect!

[@HopefulWorld]

I think it was important for people to see that alters don't always get along... all the video's out there show positive interactions so this was extremely educational and thankyou for your bravery in posting this :) I have to say though I never realized how much of a trigger to panic anger is until this.. had to pause a few times to finish it but it was important to see! Take care of everyone and I hope this confrontation helped your relationships with each other ^-^

[@nerdygal2847]

Thank you, everyone in the system. This can't was been easy to do. For any of you. This was a really insightful(if thats the right word) I just.... thank you.

[@worthyofradness]

Wow. This is extremely powerful. I want to thank all of you for putting this out for us to see. A lot of people wouldn't want something so intimate put in front of the world, but you did it. Your vulnerability and courage is helping others. When Ed said, "maybe if we look nice they'll like us, and they'll be less likely to hurt us" I burst into tears. That is a lot of weight to carry. Thank you all, again, for giving us a glimpse into your inner world. Please keep doing what you're doing

[@blueriver.]

I remember watching this live and I'm so glad you've uploaded it because the whole performance is just BEAUTIFUL - although the content of the script is also heartbreaking, it's just such a wonderful sight to see all of your stories being told & represented. This entire project in all its iterations is beautiful and completely deserved. All of you are wonderful individuals and deserve to be heard ❤

[@MultiplicityAndMe]

Thank you so very much 😭💗

[@justicemos9943]

That was so deep. I love the idea of having actors play the different alters. Also I wanna add how strong you all are. You are an inspiration to so many people out there trying to live a full life with alters. Thank you so much for being so open dispite the controversy of being so open. You have helped me and because of you I too can communicate in my system.

[@lirn9427]

I thought the depictions were spot on! I have DID and just had a similar conversation/fight in with my alters although it was a little different because one of my littles was super scared and crying and another teen alter was stuck in a flashback but anyways, I thought the way you and your actors portrayed the differences in opinion and interaction between you and your alters especially when you said you wanted them to go away and didn't want to feel everyone's feeling, etc was spot on! It is just how things are for me and I think it really helps singles to understand the conflict that can and usually does occur frequently that makes having DID challenging to have going on your head and you're also trying to manage the outside world at the same time. Well done! Thank you!

[@jeannemorona_]

i imagine the alters seated and watching these like a movie 🥺

[@hawyee9090]

this... yeah. yeah. i relate to ed a lot, feeling like i'm not heard or listened to. i'm so grateful to your system for putting out content that can help people see that having this disorder hurts us, not causes us to hurt others like some stereotypical axe murderer or something. also, the transition from jess' final line to being all smiley made me laugh my ass off 😂

[@Shadow-pn3sp]

This is amazing. Absolutely amazing. Bravo to everyone being brave enough to put this out there...standing ovation to everyone. This format is one of the most coolest things I've seen. Wow.

[@rudewednesday8169]

What you are all doing is amazing. Thank you all so much for being vulnerable.

[@katie-yb3te]

this is so eye-opening, thank you for sharing such a personal experience.

[@sothisispermanence1898]

Incredibly powerful. Intense and on point. I have parts that struggle with the “diagnosis,” so seeing relatable situations played out helps open their eyes. My managers especially like to suppress the angry and over-sexualized parts, much like Ed seems to be. Felt this heavily in my heart. Thank you all for sharing. I know it’s hard, Ed. I’m so sorry. Hopefully you’ll find some peace.

[@jared8002]

Ed went offff like sister snapped

[@valkyriefaery]

This video hit me hard on so many levels. I really have no words that can describe how much love and respect I have for you guys. You are all beautiful just the way you are. This channel has utterly changed my world. Thank you for sharing your story! I really enjoy getting to know you all.

[@girlygamer6294]

God, I remember having this argument all the time with my alters, I still have it sometimes. Obviously about a different thing, but it’s just like that, it’s practically a screaming match with everyone being forced to watch, it’s horrible. So much props to you, Jess and all the boys for being able to share that, as well as the actors for doing that amazing performance and being so dedicated to this. As horrible as system arguments are, I am glad that I’m not alone in them

[@scarjara8629]

This is quite accurate. We have to speak outside the headspace and whiever is frinting can answer back in the head. This way we can all keep up with the conversation instead of a blob of many voices and we can avoid a headache

[@Nurse.Ratchet]

This and the 360 is AMAZEBALLZ. I am blown away by how organic this all seems.

[@gummiebearslover89]

That was such an awesome interpretation of the internal conflicts that those of with did have. Amazing work all of you.

[@MissKittyMcG]

Wow. I've... I've been waiting to watch this. Thank you. Just... Thank you. Sometimes watching you is like looking in a mirror.

[@annabelleblack560]

Thank you all for sharing this personal experience❤ It's brave and very intimate and appreciated.

[@alwayzjello]

I hadn't understood Jake's role before. I have a question. Does Jake protect Jess because he feels like it's his job? Or does he do it because he loves her? Like, is it love, or just his "role", his "job"? Because I get that Jamie feels like that's his role, and he wants to do his job well. But I guess I was wondering what Jake's motivation was if that makes sense.

[@girlygamer6294]

alwayzjello at least for us, a protector has that job because of instinct, which can almost be a parental instinct. They see someone in pain, hurting, and they need to protect them, they have the means to protect them, so they do. Protectors care and do what they can to keep everyone safe

[@20Unbelievable06]

I'm not in the system (obviously) and I don't know them personally, so maybe I shouldn't comment on this at all, but I personally think that yeah, it's his job and he takes that seriously, but I also do think that he does it because he really cares about her. I don't know, but that's the feeling I get.

[@yuseiku2286]

This is just amazingly accurate really. The actors are amazing, and you are too. I'm honestly speechless

[@sweetbeecherie]

100% cried when jamie comforted ed omg

[@helRAEzzzer]

Amazingly skilled actors!

[@SS-kc1wq]

Speachless, absolutely incredible 💜 this is another level.

[@cupcakewithouttheicing]

This was so good that I forgot y'all were acting. Amazing job

[@damianscott24]

OK I love them all! Especially Jamie when he steps up and covers Ollie's ears

[@rachelreso4871]

I cant even begin to imagine how hard this was for yall. Thank you so much for this!

[@lblincoe2094]

The great lengths you've gone to, to give all of us a visual representation of the alters is just so impressive! You've gone above and beyond to help us understand the inner workings of the system and the relationships each of you have with one another, it's amazing! BUT could I possibly make a request for subtitles? I've tried the auto generated subtitles, but they honestly just made it MORE difficult to understand! lol

[@story.struck]

This was amazing! What a powerful way to depict DID and the conflicts that can arise because of it.

[@misskitsmisfitwanderland-m9219]

Finally. Someone gets it. I admire you, jess!!! I hope i can control my alters better some day.

[@apollo5900]

me: *knows that ed being angry will make me cry* also me: *watches this anyway*

[@angelica9799]

Of Jess’s alters, Ed seems to be the one the most strongly representing the type of person Jess would have seen that as not having happened to. Ed seems to be the most deliberately strong personality- the most extroverted and aggressive and in control of himself within the environment- basically in all the ways that are completely removed from/ the opposite of being a victim. It almost seems like for Ed, having things be more public makes it more difficult for him to disassociate between who he is and what happened to them, and to feel less able to be the strong one keeping them safe.

[@Anunkindnessofravans]

This feels so real. Great acting

[@boysbruises7442]

Ed reminds me so much of dan I’m gonna cry

[@rosered8538]

OMG!! That was amazing the actors really bought them to life! Thank you so much for doing this and letting us see!

[@94deea]

You guys, this is brilliant! I am so happy this has been done. This really helps. You're doing something truly good for the world

[@spookygirl31]

This physically hurt me to watch not because ive had a similar experience at least not in this way cus I do not have D.I.D. but because I have certain family that is like this with me and seeing Ollie have to be like that just sent me I hope the conflict has been put to rest with the boys

[@SmolDarkLord]

This was intense to watch, we've had similar situations like this before so it hit close to home. Amazing is all I can say! -drew cc julius

[@gingergirl8797]

Thank you, all of you, for this graphic and clear explanation of what is going on in your life. Getting a decision from a committee is almost impossible, but this is wonderful.💖

[@mirandaxx954]

This makes my brain hurt, I chose to stay at home to stay away from drama. It must be hard not to be able to run from it but it probably makes you a better communicator and problem solver

[@violetquartz8817]

That was so powerful and amazing. This is really cool guys! I'm glad you all create videos to tell your story . I like to follow up with your content to learn more about DID. This shines a light on something I never considered. Thank you 💞❤️

[@googoogaga7986]

The shouting began to trigger me so I couldn’t finish but this video was brilliant, all the different personalities/alters were so well acted and I just want to say that ‘it will all be alright’ to whatever anyone, anywhere is going through, I’m struggling right now and I know my struggles won’t really fix, but they go away for a while, so I’ll enjoy time without them

[@antiquitiesnprose]

I don't have DID but I've been through similar trauma and I fight with myself constantly about that same thing. This video brought me to tears and I just want to give you and Ed such a big hug because I understand and I'm proud of both of you so much and the entire system. This was a fantastic video and kudos to all the actors.

[@petitmeowmeow]

Why am I crying....?

[@Rainlue]

I have genuinely watched this over a dozen times, because the actors portrayals of the alters, really resonated with me. While I’m sure it wasn’t a perfect copy of what happened, it still felt as if the alters has just jumped out into the real world. It had to be so hard to redo this scene, but I’m so glad you shared this. It really gives people an insight into how this disorder works and affects those that have it. Thank you for being so brave to share this, and bravo to those actors for really taking the time and effort to accurately portray the alters. Ed did an amazing job, I could feel the emotions through the screen. I’m sure to watch this dozens and dozens of times in the future, it’s just that powerful.

[@friendlypiranha774]

This is quite hard to watch, but it is the MOST insightful video I have ever seen. A million likes to you and the boys for taking the time to put this together.👍

[@friendlypiranha774]

Now a question... How did Ed & Jess finally resolve the issue and become friends again?

[@MultiplicityAndMe]

We’re always working on it and have been for many years 😅

[@ameziaarchard8487]

for some reason I can relate to Ollie I always get agitated whenever my parents fight it really messed me up as a child until now when people fight I would begin crying

[@sarahbhl9412]

This video is so good! I start understanding that they all are complete independent people and that they don't have to think the same way! It's so impressive how you all live in the system and kinda work out..! Thanks a lot for sharing your inner world with us!

[@vinx3078]

The actors have such amazing chemistry between them all

[@joshdutton1188]

She’s a good actress...

[@villanelle8888]

"Using actors!" Oh, the irony, eh? 😆

[@MultiplicityAndMe]

Thanks 😄 I enjoyed it 🙈 about the only thing I got right all day

[@Roadent1241]

It's not hard to act something you've already lived because it's literally your life XD like it's not hard for me to act like I have my lifelong disability and how people have reacted to me and it. I'm understanding this as 'lol she doesn't have it she's just faking'.

[@b-un]

It was so incredible and crazy to see them all in the same room interacting like that, I’m going to use this video to help my mum better understand what it’s like when we might not all agree on something. These videos really help all of us Jess, those with DID and those without, thank you 💕

[@patriciaoliver425]

This was intense.....wow

[@jj.charles7821]

Omfg....Seriously thank you. And each & every actor who played your alters. Truely Awesome, gracious, courageous, selfless sharing of you, your awareness, DID, alters, information. ++ To you, All of you. I am, J & we are, Red & my few crew👾😉🤭😔💩😝😭👿😇😈🎭 Truely thankful.💯☯️☮️💛

[@sonya6258]

All I kept thinking is just hug Ed!!

[@kckasem3360]

I genuinely forgot I wasn't watching Jess actually talk to the boys, you all did such a wonderful job fully embodying this scene. Really insightful!

[@krisztidavid7725]

I have watched a lot of your videos just out of curiosity. This one brought out so many emotions from me. This is an amazing concept to show other ppl how the dynamics of a system work. Honestly I have never ever thought how difficult it could be to live in a system (so naive I was). Thank you for opening a window for DID, and a very big virtual hug for all of you.

[@cjmnzgom]

Wow the actors did an incredible job! Jess, hou also did an excellent job, but you were just being yourself so I guess it's way easier than acting like one of your boys. ^^ Anyways, I think that this was amazing and I really liked the concept of opening your mind and representing your alters with those (wonderful) actors on stage.

[@shewolf927]

This hits the heart, you all are so strong. I can see Ed's protective side here too..he is protecting The Trauma.

[@ysaq5343]

This is exactly how my conflict is with my perscutor/primary protector, Karlos, feels. It's been really hard for me to open up because where I'm from there's so much stigma on mental illness. It means so much to see someone outside my system relate to us this way. Sending you guys all the love 💕 -Ysa(host)

[@sruti19jan]

9:50 this is something I've heard a lot too And seeing Ollie like that hit too close to home too. Y'all are very brave for sharing your story with the world so people like us know that we're not alone ❤

[@breadcrumbhoarder]

These guys are such good actors! It’s nice to feel like I’m actually seeing the boys as they see themselves and see them act the way they’d act if they all had separate bodies

[@ahartt92]

You are all so strong to be able to relive this conflict.

[@peaches8864]

This is very, very cool. I wish this had more traction

[@babyggukie3580]

Omg, y'all did so well!!

[@lynsamfortas]

Man this was nerve wrecking to watch, let alone being there and actually having this argument as it happened... It's not easy to go through trauma and life an still have everyone voice their feelings. I hope everything's at least a bit better for Jess and the boys now!!

[@marq6929]

I can definitely see both sides of this =\ and it's great to see an example of how things can go south between alters and how to handle those tough discussions. Thank you so much for sharing - it must have been really hard to do. And thank you especially to Ed for that courage to just be raw on film. Bravo to the actors too for capturing the emotion so well.

[@Moonlitconversations1717]

This is my second time watching and the acting is so good. I love the way Tom said did I stutter, it sounded just like Ed. I do have a question was Jake really close by? There is one point where I thought he was fronting by the way you were talking.

[@MultiplicityAndMe]

Yes - I think we were a cofronting mix of me and Jake by the end

[@childress2931]

Thank you to all five of you for sharing something so personal.

[@kg6223]

That was intense! And very very interesting to watch