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@@snakemannn1744 🥰 truth!

@@lizardman6515 thank you for taking so much time to take in and process the content. It’s powerful stuff, and it’s so lovely when I hear it’s meaningful to others!

@@Snake_Therapy it's time well-spent for me ❤️ when I make a choice to listen to and consider the thoughts you put forth, bit by bit it adds beautiful things to who I am and helps me understand and appreciate things that are already there. My internal compass aligns with the values here. And magical things are woven into my soul. It is meaningful indeed! 💓

Long time Snake Therapy viewer here! Just wanted to say thank you Adrienne for being you. I really loved hearing about what you do and why it's important to you. The mindset and gift you have to understand each student is exactly what's so desperately needed in the education system. I hope all your current pursuits yield wonderful fruits. ❤️🐍 My brother keeps singing praises of Brené Brown...guess I better dive in to her stuff soon!

And Shira does have that effect, doesn't she?! 😊 Even just listening to her!

Also, what you mentioned about exams really resonated with me. I love taking tests. Especially when I was doing my undergrad. It sounds crazy to most people. I love preparing and challenging myself and seeing how close I can get to 100, like a game. Now I am wondering if there were multiple motives behind that, and if I was using it to fulfill needs other than challenging myself. Thank you for your vulnerability and transparency with that. If I understood correctly. So much beauty can grow from a place of pain. "Awe is to Nature as Love is to Me" I believe every being is inherently worthy of love too. Learning to be gentle with myself.

@lizardman6515 thank you for hearing my heart. I'm glad it's given you things to think about.

@@AweNature1 it was absolutely an honor, and felt the same for me! Also- my husband LOVED so many things you said- he resonated with a lot of it. It was really fun watching it with him and hearing his reactions. He made me pause it like 5 times to react to things. ☺️ keep doing what you do! I can’t wait to hear how things go!

Yes! Thanks for watching, Tammy! 😊

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That's so awesome and exciting!! congratulations! And good for you for getting what you want because you're passionate about that particular animal.

Thanks for your thoughts and advice. I am learning as I go- and never will stop learning. I do not claim to be an expert in marketing, and obviously not in making thumbnails- and have been trying to learn and change them for the better so that they are more attractive and communicative without being too busy. But I don't deserve to be attacked (I don't see your comment as an attack, btw- constructive criticism is totally fine- but I got _plenty_ of unnecessarily mean or rude comments prior) for being "less experienced" in youtube marketing. I am doing the best I can to grow whilst pouring my heart and soul- and all of my time- into sharing my passion for these animals and the benefits they can offer our mental health and wellbeing. I'm not perfect or a pro, but I am proud of how I've grown in the short time I've been doing this... on my own, from the ground up, for no monetary gain. I've had a positive effect on people's lives in a way I never even dreamed of. So if I can do better to do more of that, then I will! No, I definitely do not "trust that the person with the better thumbnail has the same message" as I do! Lots of people (most?) probably have better thumbnails than mine (again, working on it!), but very few have the same message. I'd love to see more! Just because you don't see content that you're not searching for on youtube does not mean it's like that for everyone. Having spent years now out in the real world and _in person_ educating people in the general public to try to reduce fear of snakes, my experience tells me that adding _any_ more scary images into the pot is counteractive to that mission. So lectures about how UA-cam works does not change that for me. We can agree to disagree there. We can also agree to disagree on how one "should" lure people in.... and besides, I don't want to "lure"! I am here to Inspire and to Share Joy. That's where I'm coming from. I'm different. And that's okay. Believe it or not, some people are attracted to that. So sure, luring people in with bias works- but it's not what feels right to me, so I will not do it. If that means that I will get seen by less people, then I accept that, but I refuse to be part of what I see as a dumbing down of society, nor will I contribute to showing snakes as scary animals. I truly believe we can do better... by contributing more positivity, wonder and delight into a world that is seriously lacking in it. Call me old fashioned that way. The example thumbnails in this episode were not something I spent a bunch of time perfecting- what I was trying to show was positive, respectful images of people with snakes, so getting critical over them just seems like you're looking for things to criticize. It's the principle, the concept... Let's not get hung up on the design there. One more time for those in the back (because I feel like a broken record here): I have NO problem with people discussing the best way to deal with snake bites. It's valuable information for any keeper. But I disagree that it's acceptable to abuse an animal (blowing in their faces, poking them, scaring them) just to illustrate that. Snakes will bite without provoking them sometimes, and there are plenty of people out there showing all of this without promoting it in the way I discuss in my video. You can even show the snake biting you without making it a "Gasp! Scary!" image. It's just *easier* for people to use the fear factor. But easy doesn't mean better. That's why I said "be the change you want to see"... But if people don't want change, then they won't change. I, personally, want change. Plenty of creators that have much larger followings than WWR do NOT use negative images of snakes to discuss bite protocol/advice. But he made it clear that what was more important and valuable to him was money, clicks and views from utilizing sensationalism... which is exactly what I said he was doing. He felt the need to defend that... by confirming it. So if that's why he's doing what he's doing-- okay. That's not what *I* believe in, nor why I do what I do- and that should be just as okay. People don't have to watch my content. They could just move onto something else instead of attacking me or putting me down. Regardless of saying that his followers shouldn't be mean to me, WWR knew what would happen when he made the choice to make a 17 minute video about me with a nasty title just for mentioning him for all of a minute or two. Choices have consequences. Mind did, and so did his. I will try to learn how to reach more people with my imagery and graphic design, but I won't compromise on what I believe is right for the animals in order to make money. So, thank you again for the advice, for watching, and for taking the time to share your thoughts. We can totally disagree and still do so with respect.

@@ottliecrue4747 one more note: there are people hell bent on hating snakes who will probably never change their perspective, and then there are people who are afraid of them just because they’ve been led to believe they are monsters and have those fears reinforced by countless images and stereotypes- and those people can actually come around quite dramatically. I was one of them, and so was the woman I interviewed for this weekend episode, who simply needed to see a few things that changed her mind- and now we both are on missions to change that for and educate others. This is why I feel so strongly that we work towards positive imagery as much as possible. You don’t need to use bait and switch. That’s a choice. I don’t know why there are strike lines through this comment btw 😂 hopefully it’s just some glitch in the UA-cam app?

@@Snake_Therapy I'm glad you don't see my post as an attack, as it wasn't intended to be. There's a lot to learn about marketing, and admittedly I don't have my own content to point to, so my experience is simply from the perspective of someone seeking content and learning from creators who are advising other creators. My 'lecture' about the youtube alogrithm is me pointing out how youtube works, and I figured you valued understanding how the platform you're using to change people's view of snakes actually works. Fair enough, we all have our own ways. You say the example thumbnail was an example and not meant to be criticized, but it isn't significantly different from the thumbnails that I assume you spent a lot of time on (actually, it's almost identical to the thumbnail on the top left at 18:28 ). I'm not 'looking for things to criticize' since your entire video is about thumbnails that get clicks and what is ethical vs nonethical, and you asked the question "wouldn't this be a better option? 12:05 ". Perhaps I was too blunt, and if so, I'm sorry. I'm curious what an acceptable bite thumbnail is like (of a snake actually biting in the thumbnail, but not seen as scary), cause that would have been pretty valuable to see and understand in the video. All I see are the ones who are doing it wrong, and not the ones doing it right. I love content that criticizes how people in a community are behaving, it's probably why my alogrithm lead me here, so I like to see what the person in the video thinks is the right way to do something, and I have to trust that whatever they show me is what they truly think is the correct way to approach the solution for the problem they're seeing. If there's a right way to do bite thumbnails that other youtubers have done to your liking, that woud've been cool to see. I don't know or follow WWR, I saw his video and generally agree with him, but I don't watch him cause.. well his regular content doesn't appeal to me. I watch SD and GRP mostly. But my algorithm knew that particular video of his falls into line with one of my interests (in-group analysis and community critique), so here I am. Anyway, happy to agree to disagree. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your response, and I wish you well in your endeavors. Also your text that contains -strikethrough- probably has a hyphen at the beginning and end of that text.

@@ottliecrue4747 Fair points, and perhaps I will make a video about being bitten and try to do a thumbnail that I feel does it right, while also sharing some others that I see doing it in a way that doesn't use fear factors. perhaps the images of me showing deference to a snake in regards to being bitten is not effective for some. I'll think on that some more.. As my content and mission is focused more than anything on mental health and the benefits of care and relationships with these animals, how to be less afraid and more respectful of them, and of how we receive and cultivate joy by giving to them, perhaps I won't be the model for how best to do a snake bite video. But it's very hard for me not to identify and talk about what I see as unethical or what I think detracts from the work of healing a rift between human and animal. It's always important to provide alternatives if you identify issues, and although that's what I tried to do, there are always opportunities to do BETTER. So I will keep trying. always.

@@fid_hivemindscape awwww, I love your love for him. I hope so much that things work out. You know, it could be an environmental thing that’s making him change, so definitely make sure that everything as far as temps go is double checked, and that he’s got lots of security in his enclosure. I wish you all the best, and definitely encourage you to join our discord community for more support- and for connection with other people that feel similarly about their snakes!!

@@jacksah78 hey thanks!

@@Monkykungphu thank you so much! I’d be happy to answer those questions - Please bear with me as I am traveling at the moment, but I can try to get back to you soon- or you could join the discord and we could chat about it there! (A bit more conducive to dialogue than UA-cam)

@@Monkykungphu you’ve kind of inspired me to do a more basic write-up care guide for them based on my experience so far. Of course it will be just based on MY experience, research, and guidance I’ve received from a couple of breeders… but to answer your questions as best I can in a UA-cam comment… babies feed every 7-10 days, juveniles 10-12 or 14 depending on size of prey and body condition- similar to other boas. Moving to 14-21 days as adults. But always depends on the individual, the type of prey and the body condition of the animal. They usually poop around the same frequency as they eat. As for misting- you’ll want to watch my most recent vid on hydration and humidity- Zenith has a big role in that one. I don’t mist enclosures, but that’s because I use other more efficient methods that I review in that vid. He’s done well with high humidity (so make sure your enclosure is properly chosen/set up for that), which is important because Z had issues with hydration early on. They don’t get to be very big, and have extremely mellow temperaments, but of course this will be dependent on the individual, your socialization work, and of course, how you keep them/provide for them. They sleep HARD during the day, but are quite active at night and do well with lots of room to climb and move around.

@@Monkykungphu it’s also worth noting that this species is not easy to find, nor are they inexpensive. But if you can find/afford them, they are absolutely a dream to care for and engage with. I love mine so much, that my heart bursts every time I see him. ❤️

@@Snake_Therapy Thanks for the quick response and answers to my questions, I greatly appreciate it! I'll check out the other video on the hydration and humidity. Thanks again!

@@carolinemaynard3288how eloquently put. 🤦🏻‍♀️

@@whitelighter62 🥰 thank you. 😊

@@KathrynHardin-c8s I agree, they’re great. Wouldn’t be doing what I’m doing without them. Have sung their praises in many videos.

@@domturiace670 💙 so glad you enjoy

@@Reptilesrule17 I never said WWR or Snake Discovery are bad. I think SD has done extremely important work- I wouldn’t be where I am without them! And I used to watch WWR as well. I appreciate you being respectful in your disagreement, and your empathy. Just to be clear, I have watched many of the channels I referenced- I just don’t click them *anymore* IF the images are negatively portraying snakes. Shades of gray is a good analogy I guess. No absolutes. Thank you for watching and for contributing and being a caring person who obviously loves these animals.

@@Guuzaka 🫶 thank you for your thoughtful input. Balance is definitely important. Eye catching doesn’t have to be harmful or negative. I’m still learning, and will always continue to do so! But I have certain standards that I won’t neglect just because of what the social media machine wants. It means I may never be a huge channel- but I’m here for what I believe in and am passionate about. integrity, not fame.

@@aidenparedes8516 clickbait does not have to be negative or harmful to work. Plenty of folks with big channels have proven that. And you telling me I won’t get anywhere is not constructive feedback. Please be more thoughtful and kind if you really care to be received. Otherwise- why comment at all?

@@canadiangirl1041 that’s Important and valuable content! I only wish it was promoted differently.

@@jennip605 💕🐍💕 thank you for your kindness. It means the world.

@JustAStump I know what happens to the beautiful critters...humans go in and kill them. And the ONLY time they're regulated and made to be "humanely " euthanized, is for 1 week in August. The other 355 days of the year, God only knows how the Burms are killed, even tortured. You don't need a hunting license or any permits to be able to lawfully hurt or kill them. Yes, I know that raccoons and possums are being killed, and that's tragic, and foxes, but I don't think people really care about them. I think people who want to kill, are able to kill, and people that Don't have the need to kill, won't kill, these gorgeous animals. I do t even want to imagine what's happening to them at any given day, at any given time. Animals Always pay the ultimate price for human mistakes

@@mauroabomai ❤️💙🐍

Thanks for the tips!

Thank you for being kind. It is more appreciated than you know. We don't have to agree on everything to stay kind to each other.

same. this.

How to not know how to spell 'clickbait' 101

@@lizardman6515 As long as I understand what it actually means I think I am ok with not being able to spell a word in my third language 8D

How not to comprehend morals and values and take pride in oneself without resorting to clickbait to be entertaining or educational. ​@kinuuni

@@wescollins How to not understand that you don't need to tag someone whose thread you are replying to. Oxford - Internet content whose main purpose is to encourage users to follow a link to a web page, esp. where the web page is considered to be of low quality. Pr. definition, you cannot call something clickbait unless you know the content of the page. As for the actual argument against her claim, I don't really have to get into that, it has already been done. ua-cam.com/video/w4Z_RvqsZTs/v-deo.html Arguably trying to villainise some of the most wholesome people in the hobby in order to get views is also clickbait.

Well said. 💙

Snake Discovery is a valuable resource, and has presented fantastic educational content that has improved the outlook on snakes in the general public. I applaud them for that. So just in case anyone needed to hear me spell it out, I APPRECIATE them immensely. I used the only thumbnail I've ever seen from them that was clickbait to illustrate that they _could_ have done without it and still presented the same content and gotten views. I think they're great. I don't watch them much _lately_, but not because of anything they've done wrong. Adam used the few moments I discussed their thumbnail as a prop for his video... Thus proving my point that clickbait can be damaging- to both snakes and humans... myself now included.

In your opinion, is it acceptable for content creators to use clickbait with negative imagery of snakes to convey their message? However, you assert that it is incorrect for her to employ clickbait for the same purpose. Please clarify the distinction between the two scenarios and explain why one is deemed appropriate while the other is not. Your statement appears to be somewhat uninformed because she is emphasizing how negative imagery, regardless of its content, can elicit negative thoughts when associated with a particular subject. Additionally, studies have demonstrated that imagery, including positive and negative images of snakes, can evoke negative perceptions of snakes in general. Therefore, if your ethical principles permit the use of negative imagery of snakes while conveying a positive message without causing harm, it is possible that your ethical and moral compass may require reevaluation.

I've watched plenty. What I said is I _no longer_ watch it on principle. And what I am talking about in this video is NOT the content itself- which, as I also said, can be valuable indeed. I am simply asking us to think about a different way to present that information to the general public. Thanks for the feedback- at least you weren't cruel in the way you posed it, and I appreciate that. I have no issue with constructive/productive dialogue when we are kind to each other in the process.

@@Snake_Therapy Adam did an amazing video regarding this the other day, and if you've not watched it, I might suggest it. I totally respect where you both are coming from, and I completely understand also coming from a marketing standpoint, (I work in digital marketing for virtual space retailers) on what gets the most attention and will reach the widest audience (which is the ultimate goal). Also, anyone who is being cruel over this, should really check themselves. We're all accountable for our actions and kindness is entirely free. I get that we're all passionate about this subject, but cruelty should be reserved for those actually making a profit off of harming these beautiful creatures. ♥ Thank you so much for your response.

​@Snake_Therapy but snake discovery doesn't click bait and to my knowledge they let snakes that are food motivated bite them once to show how to remove a snake from you if they won't stop biting since only time I've seen a bite is when it's a food motivated snake which is rare for them these days you seem mad that your content just isn't popular or good or bringing people in you click baited yourself by lieing about these UA-cams or at least snake discovery only thing they do to their thumbnails is add fun hats or highlight snakes when in their enclosure all titles are accurate too so I font get your problem unless you are just mad you aren't them

Thank you so much, I'm so happy to share it with you.

@@eddominates thanks. Out of all the trollish, ignorant, unkind comments I’ve gotten in the last 24 hrs from his video, at least you are actually kind. No one seems to understand that I wasn’t bashing him or his content, but objectively discussing behavior and practices. He and I have had communication. I wish it could just end there.

@@Snake_Therapy yes, the internet is a dumb place sometimes. sorry about the haters!

Agreed, I didn’t feel like your video about the thumbnails was attacking him at all. I think it’s just things that you would do differently. I think both of you seem like genuine people. I love both your and Adam’s content and wish there was less drama in the reptile community in general

Thank you. I wish there was, too.

I'm not here for anything more than supporting animals and the people who care for them and benefit from relationships with them. I am not here for the money, and I have no interest in soiling people's names. You've completely missed the entire premise and purpose of anything I've said or done. There is nothing wrong with saying that certain behavior does no benefit to the animals. Utilizing examples to illustrate my point has nothing to do with the content therein, and in fact, I often mentioned that the content itself could be positive or even helpful- but that wasn't what I was talking about. Sorry you'll miss out on positivity in favor of the opposite, but apparently the opposite is what people crave these days. So be it. Good luck and farewell on your journeys without my presence. If people don't want to watch, that's okay- they don't need to. But coming at me with misguided, hateful comments or actively putting me down just for perceived slights against their idols seems like a waste of everyone's time and energy, no?

@@AmyPollpeter want to read that again? It says “Be MINDFUL of Snakes”. my channel perpetuates mindfulness in regards to increasing mental health and wellbeing, as well as mindfulness in our interactions with them. it’s best to think before you post, and try to be kinder in your interactions with people. As in, BE MINDFUL.

@@RichardRunnar-s6u ❤️ thank you

All she did was point out that the clickbait thumbnails that portray snakes negatively could give the wrong idea. She even said that the content in the videos wasn't necessarily harmful, so I don't really see how anyone could consider that bashing.

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@the_worst_guy_ever ... Thank you. I don't think your the worst at all! 😂 You hit the nail on the head.