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I don't know who I am... and that is ok. Ep.2: My journey toward well-being and self-discovery.
I'm 27 years old and I'm still struggling to figure out who I am and what I want to do with my life. I've studied a variety of things. I've tried to find myself through philosophy, psychology and religion. I've gone to therapy, changed career paths, moved half-way across the world, and I still feel stuck. But for the first time I'm able to accept this, and instead of fighting it or trying to force myself forward, I'm finally allowing myself to be a bit lost. Instead of "not knowing who I am" being a burden, I've started to view it as an adventure. I hope you enjoy episode 2 of my journey toward well-being.
#life #wellbeing #journey #selfimprovement #whoami #psychology #philosophy #mentalhealth #sad #socrates #kierkegaard #knowthyself
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Being honest with my therapist. Ep. 1: My journey toward well-being and self-discovery.
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I've struggled with my mental health for some time now. And it has prevented me from living the life I want, making the choices I want and creating the videos I want. I've gone to therapy, but I haven't always been transparent with my therapist about the extent to which I struggle and all the things I struggle with. I'm no longer going to allow my mental health to get in the way of my desire to...
How Cinema changed my life...
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From dropping out to struggling with my mental health, the movies I have watched over the years have helped me grow and heal. This short video is a small homage to my love for all things Cinema. Hopefully, this video is a small step that will lead me down a path where I can one day play some part in meaningful visual storytelling. #cinema #movies
Exploring the themes of I lost my body:Childhood trauma, loss, and how to undertake your own journey
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In this video, I examine the themes explored in the 2019 French animated film “I lost my body”. The movie explores the archetype of the orphan in our modern day context in a meaningful and impactful way. I discuss the symbolism of the fly, the hand, and Naoufel’s recording device. I also discuss the importance of his relationship with Gabrielle and how taking on the apprenticeship helps him tak...
Rango: Existential masterpiece or pseudo-philosophy?
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In this video, I analyze various existential themes explored in the movie Rango. I focus on four different themes found in existential work, namely, 1) our quest for authenticity, 2) confronting our own mortality, 3) the human condition (freedom and responsibility), and 4) religion (i.e., our proclivity to believe). Watch the video to find out if Rango is truly an existential masterpiece, or wh...
Forgiveness as a life-long journey Self-forgiveness, Manchester by the Sea and the Women in the Wind
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How can we move on with our lives if we truly struggle to come to terms with the consequences of our actions? Can we forgive ourselves if our actions did not only hurt us but hurt those closest to us? In Manchester by the Sea and The Women in the Window, we see two characters battling with these questions, each undergoing their own journey toward self-forgiveness. This journey toward self-forgi...
Can we truly forgive ourselves? Self-forgiveness, Manchester by the Sea, and the Women in the Window
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In this video, I will discuss how the protagonists in Manchester by the Sea and the Women in the Window undergo a journey towards self-forgiveness, where each of them has to come to terms with the consequences of their actions. The protagonists' psychological states can be split into four different phases. This video (Part 1) focuses on phase 1 and phase 2. By exploring this theme of self-forgi...

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  • @sonjakalichevitch3979
    @sonjakalichevitch3979 28 днів тому

    Such a beautiful and relatable video all in all. Don't know how UA-cam found to recommend this right now haha I think it's such a valuable lesson to be okay, like really okay being present in the moment. It's so easy to lose time on planning life instead of truly living in, with all the senses. I'm turning 25 and it seems that all the cliches of life are so true!! Lots of light for you from Finland!

  • @sandye9266
    @sandye9266 29 днів тому

    At 53 I'm still discovering things about myself, I think self discovery journey of a lifetime. 🙏 may your sadness turn to joy and your path become clear. Thanks for the beautiful imagery in your video ❤

  • @megsernst
    @megsernst Місяць тому

    Your girlfriend sounds like a smart lady

  • @louismeyer817
    @louismeyer817 Місяць тому

    Hey buddy, hang in there! Die lewe het n funny manier om altyd beter te word. Seasons change. Goodluck met jou nuwe journey , stunning video.

  • @elisabethloza-bauer8778
    @elisabethloza-bauer8778 2 місяці тому

    You can get into the work of doctor joe dispensa. He has some good books (becoming supernatural & you are the placebo). We can all heal ourself and thats the truth.

  • @iamwhatyouknowmefor
    @iamwhatyouknowmefor 2 місяці тому

    My brother. First of all, about the last part of the video : please don't feel like you've underdone something, you didn't. This is a wonderful video. Second, I loved to see that you are not alone. You have a girlfriend, a cat and a therapist. I feel like this team has got your back. You haven't asked for any advice, but I'm gonna give it to you. If it's not what you need right now, please don't read any further. I've recently turned 37. In different priods of my life I've delt with different shit like panic attacks, anxiety disorder, neurosis and other issues. I was before and am now in therapy. 1. Be proud. It takes balls to admit to yourself you need help and even bigger ones to lay it out there for any stranger on youtube to see like you just did. 2. Get out of your head and into your body. Work out. Whatever your preference is, gym, martial arts, hockey, whatever. Find yourself a coach with a functioning brain and a heart (both mandatory) and stick with them. I'm a coach and a competing powerlifter, just trust me on this one, it WILL help. 3. Keep making these. You're good at it. Really good. It's probably a bit weird to say it was a pleasure to watch a video of such contents but it was. It is really well made. Be well, my friend. Looking forward to watching the next episodes, Roman.

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 2 місяці тому

      Thank you for your comment Roman. It means a lot. Thank you for your encouragement and kind words, and also thank you for your advice. I 100% agree with you when you say "get out of your head and into your body". I've been doing yoga, cold exposure and breath work, and that has helped me be present and in the moment, by being aware of my body, rather than being drowned by my own thoughts. Also, thank you for sharing some of your struggles as well. I wish you all the best!

  • @BeamStarry
    @BeamStarry 2 місяці тому

    Im rooting for you friend! Take it slow you got this

  • @stabletocity3976
    @stabletocity3976 2 місяці тому

    Hang in there. You got this, friend.

  • @serahdemi
    @serahdemi 2 місяці тому

    Incredibly raw! Thank you for bringing us along with you

  • @megsernst
    @megsernst 2 місяці тому

    Such a cool video

  • @silke2031
    @silke2031 5 місяців тому

    very calming to listen. <3

  • @akaisenpaitsubakihiganbana6706
    @akaisenpaitsubakihiganbana6706 6 місяців тому

    All American movies, no WORLD CINEMA ! That's strange.

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 2 місяці тому

      We all have to start somewhere, and American cinema has had a big impact on me. I will definitely start watching more movies from around the world. Any recommendations would be much appreciated. 🙏🏻

  • @JamesClark1991
    @JamesClark1991 7 місяців тому

    You lost me immediately at Episode III 😂🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 7 місяців тому

      😂… show some mercy. I was only 8 years old. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @unapologeticallyaunicorn637
    @unapologeticallyaunicorn637 7 місяців тому

    I really like how you broke down,and compared those movies to the books. Plus you have a calming voice for explaining things! I'm on to part 2!

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 7 місяців тому

      Thank you for the compliment. 🙂 I am also glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you enjoyed part 2 as well.

  • @themagic8481
    @themagic8481 7 місяців тому

    I really enjoyed watching this video and hearing about how cinema has helped you find yourself. One thing I would like to add is that making a good film is just the end result of a long process and that process is really just a highly stylised version of telling a story. Cinema is definitely one of my favourite forms of media but the idea of telling a story is so important to us as people, as a society, as a civilisation. It is so primal and why I feel it is so important. Maybe you will never get to be a film director and make your own movie just how you want but you can still tell stories, even if they are to smaller groups of friends or us viewers here on your channel. It is not the destination but the journey that makes a story and I look forward to hearing more of yours. Stay the wonder my dude.

  • @princejaman4285
    @princejaman4285 7 місяців тому

    Just what I needed to start my day. Now I wanna bunk my college, sit somwhwere in a posh Cafe with live music and just write n finish my scripts ❤❤❤. Love

  • @dickeymckay8289
    @dickeymckay8289 7 місяців тому

    It's a shame you weren't around before all the franchise films and Marvel films dominated the theaters. Rain Man won at the box office and the Oscars in I believe 1988. Now production companies don't want to take risks on stuff like that anymore. We're in the era where movie stars are dead and movie CHARACTERS reign supreme, even if they get panned. As long as people pay for them they will forever get made. And now a film like Rain Man or Barton Fink, or Sex Lies and Videotape and all of the great award winning films of yesteryear would be released on A24 and only watched by a fraction of the viewership because they'd be sidelined to only arthouse theaters. Cinema is dying. A great documentary on here is this..... a must watch for any fan of cinema, no matter the genre. These franchise films are films, they are candy. Great to see younger people getting into film, but ya gotta boycott the franchise cookie cutter stuff or else they'll stop making real films, lol. I'm sure you do, but we gotta spread the word to others. :) Love the video. Peace friend. And check this out. ua-cam.com/video/RQF82Kj-v0E/v-deo.html&ab_channel=Patrick%28H%29Willems

  • @LwandileHeliso
    @LwandileHeliso 8 місяців тому

    Where is a full movie?

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 8 місяців тому

      You can watch the movie on Netflix. If you want to watch my video essay, it is available on my channel. 🙂

  • @colinsemi
    @colinsemi 9 місяців тому

    your video is so good how are you not blowing up

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 9 місяців тому

      Thank you for the comment. It means a lot. Will just keep on working hard and be patient. 🙂🙌🏻

  • @Its_MLLOS
    @Its_MLLOS 10 місяців тому

    super relateable.

  • @thusspakeflavina
    @thusspakeflavina 10 місяців тому

    Very glad I found your channel as I just recently pondered this same topic. Although I haven't checked out your other videos yet, I'd still like to add voice to a piece of my mind, which hopefully you take as points of improvement. First off, there aren't any absolute ups and downs in this video. Your tonality by itself is not an issue but the lack of some basic theatrics definitely points out an unpleasant sense of boredom which usually accompanies these mental topics. If you didn't segment the narrative into several acts pre-production, you definitely should. And please for the love of god utilize pauses. I can see some attempts at this and props to you for it, do way more of them and form your narrative in a way that these can be impactful. Lots of potential, keep it up!

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 10 місяців тому

      Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate it. I will consider your points for my next video.

  • @chaisie_pooo
    @chaisie_pooo 10 місяців тому

    Some videos pop up at the right time, thank you this was so insightful and entertaining:))

  • @User19-iw6vj
    @User19-iw6vj 10 місяців тому

    Great movie and great video ^^

  • @khaledhammoud2153
    @khaledhammoud2153 10 місяців тому

    Great video keep up the good content 🔥🔥

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 10 місяців тому

      I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for your comment. 🙏🏻

  • @megsernst
    @megsernst 10 місяців тому

    Favourite video so far🙌🏻

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ 10 місяців тому

      I am glad you enjoyed it. This video I enjoyed making the most so far as well. 🙂

  • @bksama8314
    @bksama8314 10 місяців тому

    Heyy great content I saw this from r/philosophy

  • @User19-iw6vj
    @User19-iw6vj 11 місяців тому

    I’m always existential crisis-ing

  • @megsernst
    @megsernst 11 місяців тому

    Very cool camera work

  • @sandye9266
    @sandye9266 Рік тому

    Thought provoking.

  • @gustavmeyer6149
    @gustavmeyer6149 Рік тому

    Awesome video! Really captures the deeper thoughts into self forgiveness!

  • @cainification
    @cainification Рік тому

    Damn this dude's youtube channel is basically brand new and he drops a banger out of nowhere. I found this video on /r/philosophy and I'm so glad I did. I saw someone post about doing Blade Runner 2049 next. I think Ex Machina would also be great to unpack.

  • @User19-iw6vj
    @User19-iw6vj Рік тому

    Who knew Rango was so #deep. Love it :)

  • @nonFireresist
    @nonFireresist Рік тому

    I don't know, why YT got me here, but this was great. :-)

  • @user-qq4ys2rk5v
    @user-qq4ys2rk5v Рік тому

    I got high when I watched this movie and I was touched by the many beautiful scenes. Like when the glass container got shattered and when Rango entered the bar. Your video elaborated on the artistic vision in the movie, and explained many of the themes in it. Thank you for this video. I hope you do an analysis on blade runner 2049.

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ Рік тому

      I am glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for your comment. Rango is one of my favourite movies. I will definitely consider making a video on blade runner 2049. Also a great movie. I started working on my next video already. It is a French animated film called “I lost my body”. It is available on Netflix. If you enjoyed Rango and have not seen I lost my body I highly recommend it. 🙂🙌🏻

  • @liliachav8419
    @liliachav8419 Рік тому

    Very cool video!

  • @kobusroux1484
    @kobusroux1484 Рік тому

    Powerful, Gideon! 👌

  • @ashlgrae
    @ashlgrae Рік тому

    suprised this video has such low views, the content and quality of this video definitely deserves more attention. really valuable keep it up

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ Рік тому

      Thank you very much for your comment and feedback. It really means a lot. 🙏🏻

  • @ZEXUDO_RECORDZ
    @ZEXUDO_RECORDZ Рік тому

    Great video 💯🙏🏽

  • @megsernst
    @megsernst Рік тому

    Love the point that although not philosophically possible, self-forgiveness is psychologically necessary. I would be curious to know more about the potential psychologically necessary conditions for self-forgiveness. I know they were discussed by the philosopher you mentioned, but what would it take for the character Lee to forgive himself for example?

    • @latenightreflections_
      @latenightreflections_ Рік тому

      Thank you for your comment. I guess with regards to Lee, although this might be cynical, he will never be able to fully forgive himself. All he can do is move closer and closer to a place where he can at least live with himself. A place where he can start enjoying aspects of his life again. But I think, he will continue to have regret, guilt and shame throughout his whole life. Perhaps a possible answer for him, to at least have a meaningful life, is to use those negative affective states to create something meaningful. He can be there for Patrick. He can join communities and connect and engage with people who have also experienced tragedy in their own lives. In a way, maybe his best option is to use those strong emotions to create something meaningful, instead of trying to escape from them.

    • @megsernst
      @megsernst Рік тому

      @@latenightreflections_ thank you!! I agree. I think that’s why one of the most heartbreaking moments in the movie for me is when he talks to his ex-wife and he can barely even speak to her and just keeps saying “there’s nothing there” like you showed in the video. He’s so buried in his own shame.