Why Introverts Make Great Comedians | Speak Up | Refinery29

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[@yamiyugi8123]

I got relationship vibes. “I gotchu something, I gotchu something too,” and then poppers 😂😂😂

[@yamiyugi8123]

2:25 And then the choice of words with the poppers, “help you expand that part of your life...” smh I can’t 😂😂😂

[@ozioma]

For some people in the comments: being an introvert doesn’t mean you’re shy, boring, socially awkward, or anything else besides the fact that social interactions are draining and you’re most energetic alone!

[@nairabee245]

Sis ur stunning✨⚜️

[@ozioma]

Naira Bee omg thank u! 🥺

[@nicholaslowick3381]

ozioma but when you combine all of them together, yeah it’s not fun

[@Lana-um6no]

no literally i be having a whole party by myself lmaooo

[@astoldbynickgerr]

Nicholas Lowick felt that. i hate it here

[@bunni7355]

people say there's many perks about being an introvert but honestly i always wanted to be an extrovert and be the life of the party. I just feel so boring around a lot of people

[@December_baby04]

google user most extroverts hate their lives.

[@washurhands5079]

google user I’m an introvert. I agree. I feel boring too. But on the positive i am approachable and people feel comfortable around me. Sometimes enough to tell me their deep secrets

[@washurhands5079]

google user in other words, gotta look for our strong points. I’m sure you’re a delightful person!☺️

[@sechabatheletsane9784]

You may feel boring but the grass is always greener.

[@jerissaperez]

same 😭

[@Goddess1Gamer]

Depression can make you black out. Idk why more ppl don't realize this. The mind was a clever way of blocking out perceived trauma by allowing you to disassociate. Depression, anxiety, they can both cause dissociation. It's a really wonderful defense mechanism with not so wonderful consequences.

[@dumplingsoupss]

Yes, I have childhood trauma and I've been disassociating since I was small, I've dealt with being neglect, abuse basic necessities not being met, SA from two family members and an ex boyfriend, I have no idea who I am as a 26 year old. I have no idea what to do as far as a career. I'm going to therapy and microdosing for my CPTSD, depression and anxiety. It's really hard being "present" or in the moment because everything is overwhelming. Chaos was constant and now that I'm an adult there's no more chaos. Who am I without the trauma?

[@seroquelchamber]

i have next to no memory of years of my life for this reason, i dont think i'd call any part of it wonderful for me personally. but thats because mine has gone into overdrive. thats the problem, though. for a lot of people disassociation is a killer.

[@seroquelchamber]

hey if you are microdosing without medical supervision i really dont reccomend that, unless you are doing it with your therapist then ignore me. i microdosed for this reason and i had to learn to start over and my memory got even worse, i also became dependent on the microdose for serotonin or dopamine because of my CPTSD. i hope you are doing ok. the only thing thats ever helped me is mindfulness and DBT therapy. I have done it all at 30 years old, they had me on crazy medications and electrocuted me and everything. but its bc i wouldnt do DBT right off the bat because it seemed too easy to deal with my shit. i was wrong lol be careful sorry for the novel @@dumplingsoupss

[@Goddess1Gamer]

@seroquelchamber I understand my mind was trying to save me. It's an incredible thing the brain can do, block out trauma to allow us to go on. It's bitter sweet. In a way I feel there's this other person or unconscious mind inside my body that tried to help me. That's a wonderful thing.

[@aluk2365]

I once faked being in a different state so that no one would invite me anywhere so that i could stay home and be alone

[@Tseverclore]

Omg same 💀 We do too much to avoid people

[@isaly6127]

Same my friends wanted to celebrate my birthday and I was like I cant I'm going out of town

[@Summer-qv6mf]

Lmfaoooooooo something I would do no cap

[@b1gsteve251]

That is absolutely fucking brilliant and something I will use on my wife and daughter.

[@apok1980]

Wow that’s extreme. I have never done that! But, that’s a genius idea

[@frootisland4672]

ayo is so real for the blacking out(depressive) most of college

[@annaymous]

Honestly being an introvert is a trendy now. I don’t think people really understand that being an introvert means getting your energy from being alone.

[@alynni8]

Anna Carlson seriously though. It makes me laugh every time people think I’m extroverted and I’m like “I mean I had fun, I’m just exhausted. It’s been like two hours and 30 people give me a break”

[@alynni8]

George McCrary, II I mean... that seems like a unnecessary gate keeping BS? “Everyone who says they are introverted isn’t”? What are you talking about? Lol I respond because my whole life people have accused me of lying about being introverted simply because I’m not curled up in a corner... I laugh and interact with everyone but one hour of human interaction and I’m so tired after and need to just go lay down and be alone for a while. People need to just worry about themselves and stop trying to tell other people what they are and are not. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@LiLzZluvinJ]

There’s a lot more ambiverts (people who are a mix of extrovert and introvert) out there and I think a lot of them are more on the introverted side because of how a lot of Western cultures are individualist, so people keep to themselves more. It just tells you how many people like doing their own thing, but still enjoying others.

[@majinbuuu9042]

Exactly people don’t understand how draining it is being surrounded by people for long periods of time.

[@E_MZ_]

Right! Like I like people, and I have a friend, but best believe I spend 85% of my time in my cave, tucked away. I also think a lot of people confuse introversion with social anxiety (which I had as a kid, but grew out of by college). But they are not the same.

[@darkointheflesh]

"one dad not enough" 3:39 literally read my mind

[@Maria-bj1yl]

Truly crazy how introverts often make such great entertainers. Musicians, actors, comedians, singers, performers in general. Me, myself, I love being alone, don’t like or need being around other people, don’t really like talking or being the center of attention at social situations but I live for the feeling of singing in front of people.

[@faitharooo]

I'm LIVING for these! Actually one of my goals for 2020 was to find more comedians who are female and/or POC so this has been really awesome!

[@refinery29]

+faitharoo_ OMG! That means so much to us! So glad you're loving them!

[@magicknight13]

I love them both individually and together as a duo, they both are sooo funny! I can't wait to see Bottoms!

[@jaidenjn]

3 years later, they are both starring in a movie together!

[@laurenj6771]

I always think I’m an introvert, but then whenever I have those once in a blue moon interactions with the type of people I actually wanna be around, I feel far more energized then I’ve ever felt before but those occasions only happen a few times a year

[@hannahrunkel4068]

I'm so innocent, I thought she gave her confetti poppers lol

[@Tbabee033]

Omg same😂 I was like “ohh fun! How’s that bad!”

[@berlinp3328]

Wait they aren’t poppers! I’m so confused 😂😂

[@izcrem]

Then what is it??!

[@izcrem]

Oh,I just got to the minute where she explained it 💀

[@sophiag8277]

Same oh my gosh😂😂

[@yallratripbye9570]

Yeah I'm an introvert, and my time limit for social interaction is 1.5 hours. After that the anxiety kicks in and I get restless and want to just go home and put cartoons on.

[@sincerelysof]

what are you watching now? Fellow introvert here.

[@JadeRoccoforte]

"I fell like when people aren't anxious.. what's wrong with you?" LOL

[@boringpage9779]

Ayo with an Afro has me in a chokehold. She’s beautiful regardless but Afros just do it for me.

[@alaskaisalexa]

Honestly quite people and only children are funny af. Quite people have take the time to observe their surroundings and only children have to entertain themselves combine the two and *chef kiss to the gods*

[@isoe9567]

This describes me so well 🤯

[@doreendgulley]

Lol I'm both and like high key hate being around ppl

[@jellolova]

Quiet...

[@alynni8]

I didn’t know how much I needed this in my life. I love them so much thank you

[@refinery29]

+alyalynni8 That's lovely to hear! Thanks for being here!!

[@thedancerSK]

They’re either best friends or hate each other’s guts

[@miurtouissi1093]

stop... why does it really look that way lol

[@KaiKailuv]

They’re best friends. They’ve known each other since college. A lot of besties act like they hate each other lol

[@KS-xk2so]

@@KaiKailuv Yep. I have multiple friends I've spoken with daily for 30+ years now.... most of what we do is insult each other lol

[@washurhands5079]

I’m an introvert but I’m not shy. I like to embarrass my self in front of people hehe.

[@giannagilbert3178]

Same

[@ooo-ye9py]

i used to :v i kinda miss that moment

[@E_MZ_]

Introversion is not social anxiety/ shyness. They can coexist, but are not synonyms.

[@frarfarf]

Hint: you're not an introvert

[@greys_area]

"poorly timed release" had me busting out loud

[@dillywilly4659]

From someone who regularly deals with anxiety, I can confirm that w*ed really does help slow your brain down. I wish more of the US was open-minded towards it.

[@googoolars]

Over here in LA almost everyone smokes weed

[@astoldbynickgerr]

Know of any other ways that does the same thing but doesn’t involve inhaling marijuana?

[@asecretchannel4135]

@@astoldbynickgerr Regular meditation and mindfulness throughout the day. Practicing distancing yourself from feelings and thoughts by simply observing them helps with slowing anxious thoughts over time. Also, wtf is up with this edgelord-a*s name? Get a new sense of humor.

[@MsRainisim]

@@astoldbynickgerredibles

[@jly5120]

agree... my friends say that i always surprise them with my random humor

[@idilmedia]

RACHEL SENNOTT OF SHIVA BABY FAME!!!! AYO EDIBIRI OF THE BEAR/CLONE HIGH/BIG TOP BURGER/TMNT/ABBOT ELEMENTARY FAME! love these two

[@JasmineAl-Said]

OMG Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri from The Bear and The Idol !! two shows i watched back to back hahaha

[@meghane3477]

I'm an introvert. People at school/work always say that I'm really funny. And I never understood why lol

[@ipshita5147]

People genralise Introvertness as being socially awkward, shy, demure and similar impressions when in fact, being an introvert does mean that yeah, we're anti social. If I'm talking about me, I like talking to people but in the comfort of my bedroom via a phone. 😂 I can go months without talking to my friends, and my relatives constantly complain that I don't respond well to them. I'm not shy it's just my nature.

[@CarolsFerrao]

They're the best duo one could ever wish for. ❤❤

[@animezae]

Sad cus I can relate, and people don’t even begin to recognize the connection between depression, stress, and memory.

[@sheya5402]

yeah, she was so real for saying that honestly.

[@borboletacintilante]

they're my favorite actresses honestly

[@honeybdream]

I’m an ambivert & proud❣️🌟

[@immateriaIboy]

and now they’re starting in BOTTOMS! so excited🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@socrates8251]

We make great everything.

[@angel-gu8co]

young female comedians? yes please

[@QueenZsWorld]

I felt like I was watching friends / partners 💕 the love is there!

[@jenniferhagan6695]

Yes

[@mundaneamazing]

The girl with the Danny shirt is genuinely adorable.

[@meh1175]

Edibri really transformed for her role in the Bear - super impressive

[@calebelliott]

I don't think great comics are introverts. But I do think our biggest and truest self is what you see on stage. But most of the legendary comics that I have worked with are great at meeting people and love talking to different people. What do y'all think??

[@Foryoureyesonly19]

I agree. Maybe this isn’t my type of comedy, but I didn’t find any of this funny. Congrats to these girls though✨

[@feliciasingh]

The back massage line … AYOS FACE 💀

[@myajanette]

They’re so funny. I love them.

[@vivianintheflesh]

ngl, i fell in love with both of them when she opened the box of poppers

[@krn.cvlogs6053]

its so true as a introvert they tell me im funny especially of it one to one talk but not group to me

[@annaymous]

Still a huge ayo and Rachel fan

[@Sib666]

Definitely needed to see that PSA when I was 17 lmao, poppers we’re all the rage at my artsy high school. So many unnecessary migraines at parties.

[@ruwhite9499]

Being introverted is like being a train not on a track but it still moves.

[@nowthenzen]

Rachel and Ayo are so obviously in love and it's very very cute.

[@jess.i.ca02]

i used to be an extrovert but bc they literally punished me at school for being bubbly, as i aged up from 5 to 10 i changed from being a bubbly very spoken out girl to a quiet very stage fright girl. if in pre-k and elementary left me be myself, i wouldn’t be so introverted but now i just like being introverted. when covid hit i wasn’t that impacted since i sleep all day and binge watched a lot of youtube. my brother was hit hard since he is an extrovert. all that i feel like got to me negatively is just getting so nervous and anxious when i speak in front of a group of people or class (i’m taking a class to help me speak up for my last year in HS) but other than that i’m okay. i’m very shy at first and would rather avoid confrontation but if someone else starts speaking to me, i will open up and am very VERY extroverted with friends and people who know me.

[@KayKay7.16]

My actual real life imaginary best friends 🙌🏾

[@guineverealcaraz6699]

I never wanted this to end

[@kendrascott7469]

Loving Ayo in The Bear

[@poppyseed5056]

aw, recommended is supportive of me pursuing standup

[@winkydinkytoodlesnoot8141]

i am also supportive of you pursuing standup

[@poppyseed5056]

winkydinky toodlesnoot 🥺 thank you

[@sopeaAh]

love the vibes here

[@vsboardza]

We spend a lot of time in our heads thinking absurd ish

[@nightwalker7937]

theyre so funny oh lord

[@themysticmodel]

“Just don’t do them…yet.” Lmfaooo nice timing😂

[@jocelynkelly3294]

I think an introvert doesn’t really care how many friends they have. Or care if people do or don’t like them. We like being alone for the most part.

[@im19ice3]

aaaah depression-induced memory loss _w_ relatable

[@annadelaneybutler]

this aged so well for ayo❤

[@erikaa.3030]

Loved this so funny😂

[@rmannayr2129]

RACHEL DEFINITELY KNOWS ABOUT PODCASTS!

[@rmannayr2129]

RACHEL IS SO FUNNY!

[@hbarry304]

these are two of the most cool ppl I've ever heard converse

[@autumn975]

I love being an introvert. 🤷🏾‍♀️ but I don’t like it’s like a trend or fad for some who aren’t but pretend to be

[@whataboutthis10]

just seen taking stage by both..in love with both so this is exciting

[@lillybrooks1339]

Love them.

[@adrianchabla832]

im fucking DYIIIIINNGGG when the poppers came out omfffggg

[@PenelopeSnowe]

Ayo, you are literally me but actually. Our dads are the same, our favorite A24 movies are the same, and I am anxious and funny and read in the bathroom during recess for all of 2nd grade PLUS I don’t remember anything for like a 5 year span starting with my sophomore year of college and also I absolutely was born to voice act as Missy but I didn’t know who to get in touch with about it 😅

[@rmannayr2129]

RACHEL IS A GREAT COMEDIAN!

[@pinguwingu69]

Never heard of them, they seem like great comedians!!!!!!!!

[@starsiegetribes.peniswrink1320]

Good jokes.. very pretty funny ladies

[@existentialfairy1243]

why do i ship them...

[@fay5772]

they’re so cute

[@AmberRooster]

they’re really cute!

[@asiahogan7607]

2:00 minutes in and i want them to get married

[@NewBlueTrue]

I was trying to remember where I saw her from and I remember she did stand up and said she was from Boston

[@stmtmedia]

This is literally Bottoms lol

[@C1ouDN1n3]

Aw i think her dad was in the meet cute sketch recently ❤

[@ooo-ye9py]

maybe because an introvert, they're recognize something that people don't , and sometimes for introvert themself it isn't funny but for people aound them ,it is . Well, at least that's what i feel as introvert.

[@bellsparker4]

I love them

[@judithpriestess7781]

Ayo! 😍🤗

[@RougeLino]

Ayo is my animal soul

[@kevinc4392]

Absolutely love ayo I wanna meet her so bad

[@wilsonrodrigues377]

Being funny can be a compensation of absence without say directly "Please stay", because in my personal opinion i don't feel the need to be with alot of people i just know that is general need and ultimately we need each other anyway.

[@brittney3303]

4:18 begging somebody to PLEASEEEE give Ayo permission to make that dan schneider joke

[@laurynedmondson8601]

“Were you funny growing up” lmao

[@CuriosityList]

make more videos Rachel and Ayo!

[@linzystar101]

I actually really liked this conversation?? Like it seemed really genuine??

[@AlAroojBeauty]

Loved it

[@jingochesh]

That box full of poppers was beutiful

[@Latasha.Thompson.]

This is amazing lmao

[@MadFlourish]

I both love and hate how they zoom in on the handss

[@yhamavelino]

Being introvert is not a bad thing at all and for me it cant affect ur future carrer or being suçcesful in life..i am shy type person since young but now i can handle my being own🥰🥰🥰so no need to worry👍👍👍

[@allyson--]

One dad-not enough!

[@ussfhenx]

omg i feel like "Bottoms" was inspired by their real lives?

[@kbowman968]

Ayo!! ❤

[@golden9131]

i like that whoever named the sections of the video jus gave up n labeled most of it poppers

[@alexiswhite7506]

I LOVE THEM!

[@senshai1267]

Loved her in The bear

[@camilleros9221]

so missy from big mouth grew up to be a stand up comedian

[@JesticeBrown]

Please start a podcast

[@Dnaiyaa]

I always knew I was funny 😂