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No Questions on Political views or Ideology ? Was that his demand for the interview ? Disappointing TBH. It was a 'feel good' only about the bloke. He is extremely articulate, so I dont know why you used a velvet glove w. the guy.
I noticed what I like about this interview: both parties let each other speak, no one interrupted or talked over or filled the silent space with more words. A lot of podcasts are exhausting, but this episode was refreshing because of its cadence. Thank you
Steve has had many scientists and medical professionals on the show over the years, including psychologists, and yet Noah has given some of the most profound thoughts on life and human development. I will be listening to this episode again.
Agreed! Trevor's amazing at conveying his insights and knowledge in a way that's both simple and profound. Steven did a fantastic job interviewing and hosting Trevor, staying engaged and present the whole time ♥
“Just because you have survived the storm, doesn’t mean you should want to keep that storm.” Powerful and well said. Thank you for saying that Trevor. 🙏🏽
@ The expression “meh,” originating from the TV show “The Simpsons” in 1995, is widely known to express indifference, i.e., you could’ve kept it to yourself. If something gives inspiration to someone else, why knock it?
This is my first time watching a 2 hour podcast (also because I'm braiding my hair). What a beautiful nuanced conversation, I didn't know how emotionally intelligent Trevor Noah was. What a beautiful man!
Steven Bartlett your listening skills are on another level👏. What sets you apart is your ability to create an atmosphere where guests don’t just talk they reflect, go deep, and share parts of themselves that often remain untouched in other interviews. You don’t just ask questions; you unlock stories.
I think the biggest thing I have learned about ADHD is that doing something that you dont want to do or that doesnt interest you is the hardest thing in the world and that mental strain to make yourself do it is what leads to the depression
@jbf5117 Hah! I'm an 86-yr old white woman and I'm still learning. It never ends. When I was 22, I assumed I would reach a point where I knew everything about how to get along in life. When I was 30, I began to get an inkling that was not likely to happen. If only we could sit down together and share a glass of wine or cup or tea or whatever. beannachtaí.
Trevor, Abel was my car mechanic at the time you lived there, I lived around the corner in Orange Grove. I read your book for the first time and you won’t believe my shock and surprise when I got to the part where your mom met Abel and everything became so familiar!! I couldn’t believe that I’d been going to your house regularly to get my car serviced and fixed. All sorts of mixed feelings for a man who I thought was quite lovely and a great mechanic. I was quite outraged! I am just so happy your life turned out so well and that your mom is safe! ❤ You’re a wonderful human. And you Steve ❤️
Thanks for your comment. I have also had a dangerously violent man in my life, he is so charming that no one would ever guess. Only those who've known him longer know.
Yes! I love that Japanese art form! Is that the coolest?. I was just discussing this last week with someone. I forget the name of it But it is a most beautiful thing isn't it? I am glad Trevor talked about this. ❤
Trevor has a brain that doesn't shut off. I have never watched a podcast this long but so quite informative. Trevor is a treasure. Yes authentic he is.
How can one human being be so smart, insightful, eloquent, funny, rich, handsome and loved by many? It doesn’t make any sense.. Trevor Noah is truly blessed!
He has incredible humility also. He said at one point that he has sat down with people more wise or intelligent than himself, and I thought, especially by the end of this recording, not sure anyone has anything on him.
This is perhaps the most moving conversation I have heard between two men. Thank you for making this happen, Steve, and for your incredible depth, compassion, humility and wisdom, Trevor!
My 6 year old daughter said “these two brothers look so alike and they are speaking nicely to each other “ and I agree. I didn’t want this to end for so many reasons. What a gift to have witnessed this. The humility, the brotherly love, the appreciation of friendship and most of the importance of good relationships. I feel like I went to therapy. ❤
Why wouldn't half black men speak nicely to each other lmao. I don't really get the comment to be honest. Black or half black people are not less capable of being kind or civil it sort of seems like a really weird thing to say.
perhaps the prevailing prejudice of people from Africa ..it’s so warm . The intelligence insight and humanity. The icons and models from Africa at times are not the best. Likewise from everywhere ! The depth of humanity is so great. Both are fathering age but as far as we know are not fathers. They convey their truths so well and digestible. Thanks Steven
Thank you both for this interview. You're absolutely right Trevor -violence within a family, especially when experienced by a child, is deeply devastating. It impacts their sense of safety, trust, and emotional well-being, often with long-term consequences. It can be to their mother or to them but it changes everything. Thank you for being so open and eloquent.
My sisters, mother and I experienced the worst domestic violence from a drunken, troubled madman! When he died, I felt a sense of relief that we (and other women) were finally SAFE and could go on peacefully and productively with our lives. Suffice it to say, the family needed intense therapy for many years so that our children (and grandchildren) could be free of the generational curse!
@honeydate I am sorry that happened to you and your family ... thank you for being brave and share, I am happy you have found your voice and peace again.
Trevor describing himself as a piece of ceramic that has been broken many times and put back together is one of the most beautiful descriptions I have ever heard. Thank you for this tender interview.
In Japan there is a process, or rather, a practice, called Kintsugi. When a piece of pottery or ceramic is broken, the craftsman uses a special resin adhesive that’s mixed with powdered gold to rejoin the broken pieces back together. Instead of trying to hide the cracks, they are accentuated. It is different now, but no less beautiful. Perhaps even more so than it already was. Edit: lol whoops. Hadn’t gotten that far in the podcast yet I guess. My B.
This was the interview I have been secretly hoping would happen! Because most DOAC interviews are so long, I typically take a few days, listening in 30 min increments. Today, I sat down in front of my laptop, full-screen view and watched from beginning to end, with absolutely no regrets. I am always blown away by Trevor's ability to articulate emotions, complex thoughts and nuanced contextualities. But Steven, having you listen, respond and ask questions only elevated this conversation to everything I never knew I wanted to hear from both of you. My 3 big takeaways: 1. Growing up in abusive homes can make many hypersensitive to those around them and conflict-averse (you don't have to protect everyone). 2. No one who does anything BIG does it alone! (My mentor always says: if you want to go fast, do it alone. If you want to go far, Squad Up!) 3. Make friends a priority. You will never regret it. Steven, you said the bigger the subscribers get, the bigger the guests get. You didn't lie! So glad to be one of your subscribers. One of the best interviews ever! (and that includes the ones with Mo Gadet and Gabor Mate)
Trevor is literally telling my story for me. This made me realize that I need to visit therapy because I believe this childhood trauma has continued to affect every relationship I get into. I don’t want to be like my father, I want to be better man.
I know the feeling fellow. I have tried to analyze myself on how much I think is a good / bad idea and how much is me just avoiding being anything like him. I'd rather be alone than become him. Therapy and good friends... maybe we will get where we want to be.
I didn't t know much about the guest before listening, but as soon as he began to speak I thought to myself "This man is an artist." Expressed so beautifully and profound, I love it
One of the most powerful conversations on so many levels. Personal, psychoanalytical, social, political, where to end. In a tone of voice that is absolutely brilliant to listen to and be able to absorb, and feel the emotions without being overwhelmed. Thank you for this!!! Respect in every word and sharing!
@ceshmate1953 it's pretty wild. Usually this channel has fairly organic engagement but I think Trevor Noah is so universally disliked, they had to bring out the bots.
Trevor's answers to these questions are extremely realistic. When he says things like, "I really don't know," "I really don't know why," etc., he portrays a realistic view that celebrities are human, too. He doesn't want to show that he has everything figured out. He is extremely vulnerable and candid, and it would be an injustice to listen to this at face value. Deep stuff! And how he appreciates the people who were there for him. This is a healed human being who has met himself deeply. I pray for this grace.
Yes this. I enjoyed his “I don’t knows.” I enjoyed that they weren’t just “I don’t know,” but he shared his thoughts and feelings that helped us understand that this is something he has thought about and considered and not having a conclusion was a result of both knowing and acknowledging the part that cannot be known for sure.
I really relate to the show, kids growing up around domestic abuse really go through trauma that shapes their lives forever. For me, the hardest thing is these kids carrying burdens that overwhelm them and affect their growth and development. The fear of the unknown stays with you forever and it only takes a miracle to heal from such a fear.
That's right. I used to be the guy who would always protect and please everyone until I got betrayed. I am glad he said it and I am grateful you reiterated it.
I've read Trevor's book. My heart broke, then soared, so many times. I cried. I laughed out loud. My husband thought I was going nuts, and kept asking me if I was okay. Trevor, you are a treasure. Hugs, darling, stay strong. 💫
And self unaliving. It is so awful and tragic that these transparent, vulnerable people are in so much pain. They bring the world so much joy and relief from the hardness of life, yet they are suffering inside. It breaks my heart.
Artists have a tendency to get depressed and that isn't news. I think the main reason for it is that our culture goes against creative and independent thinkers; the people running our system like "obedient workers" as George Carlin said, and you're punished for being anything else.
I miss Trevor on the daily show. He was and still is the most intelligent, interesting and probing conversationalists. So much here to digest. His insights are incredible. He’s not just a “contrarian” for contrarian sake, which is so tiresome and completely inauthentic. Thank you for this conversation. Quality stuff.
Hands down, one of THE BEST conversations I've listened to in over 15 years. The questions and then follow-up questions Steven Barlett asks Trevor Noah as he responds and then goes deeper in his response is beyond the beyond. These two men "go there" in extraordinary ways. Thank you for this interview and for sharing it with the world.
This is how I wish the world would be all the time. Good listeners and respectful, beautiful responses on life and how we are impacted. Great young men, great role models for communication. Thank you! I want more.
From the dawn of public discourse to now, no conversation has been this phenomenal for the ADHD population. This is the ultimate interview for ADHD individuals in history. Thank you, Steven.
"You survived abd im proud of you for surviving, but that doesnt mean that you needed to go through what you went through"- Trevor Noah✨ The entire podcast was filled with gems and such grace, wisdom and maturity. God bless you, man
Another stolen quote, just like Trevor steals everything. Also many of his jokes are stolen from other comedians. There is nothing authentic about Noah.
You can’t chose what happens to you, but you have control of how you react, and/or if you choose to involve others. Instantly lashing out violently, which is so often the case, is a learned behavior, and usually about the worst thing that could’ve been done. How did we learn this? By not paying attention, not pursuing alternatives, by not realizing there is some underlying issue that initiated the conflict in the first place. So much to learn about ourselves, yet we rarely find the need to explore, we just go about our days coping
@@krook5158He “borrows” words, the same as any poet, lyricist, comedian, politician or any speaker…NO ONE owns the words. They may have a “copywriters claim”on a certain phrase, but even then if the context in which the phrase is used… There goes the copywriters claim. It’s the familiarity of the usage of words that make jokes funny, makes song sentimental, speeches memorable. Language is meant to be expressed, explored, shared, repeated, rejoiced. Tucked away in a vault like a commodity? Naaah
@@jjgregory4844 Bro he literally stole entire sketches, personal stories from other comedians. You think a tiny twist of words is enough to claim the jokes and stories of someone else and then pretend they happened to you?
Thissss…..! Cause whilst I knew he was humorous I had no idea what a thoroughly deep and honest thinker he was and I was truly impressed and pleasantly surprised. I’m glad I stopped by and listened
For the first time, someone described my life growing up in an abusive house. Because at a young age, you learn to get on with it. My way of being. Sensitive to how people feel. Always alert for possible violence... A lone ranger, and I never really trusted my surroundings. At the age of 52 today, I realized I still have trauma because I buried all of it deep on the inside. If you know me, I'm a jolly person who always wants to let people feel loved and appreciated. But in time, I also made changes, realizing that I'm not responsible for the next person's happiness. Nearly to a T, because he was also my stepdad after my dad passed away... Then living where you are the only one looking like this... Bullying from the outside also plays its role... Big up to you Trevor...
I have been wondering for so long what the backstory was for Trevor that was not articulated in his written work. It was a perpetual nagging feeling of incompleteness. Yes, he has been abundantly transparent and self revelatory, but there always seemed like there was another story underneath his storytelling. This interview was it-- and Steve your talent for assisted narrative telling is becoming legendary. Kudos. Trevor is such a remarkable human being who has had the world at his feet yet never allowed the supplication of celebrity bring him hubristically to his knees. Having been exposed to such a breadth of humanity and still able to see a throughput of compassionate listening and wisdom is truly a gift from God. I have never forgotten the interview Trevor did with Kellyanne Conway, who is clearly a deeply troubled human being. Yet, he was able to give her humanity and shame her behavior. I sat back thunderstruck. Only a spirit who has experienced nooks and crannies of human existence that are hidden from most people would have been able to head the conversation away from the typical traps that someone like Kellyanne creates. She perverts language for a living, Trevor elevates language for a living and it was a masterful moment of television. Trevor impresses me as someone who is able to sit with grief and see its beauty and pathos at the same time which is ultimately the gift of all comedians. They make us laugh to keep our jovial tears from transforming to weeping. I wonder how he heals-- at a point when I was near death, his show and humor created enough dopamine for me to keep going, heal my brain, soothe my soul. How does he restore his soul? At a biochemical level, who or what gives him the dopamine and serotonin he rightfully deserves? Metaphysically, where will all of this soul work take him and his audience? He has already accomplished so much, I shudder in anticipation of the amazing places he will go. I genuinely pray that Trevor is able to rise to a level of his human experience that transcends his wildest dreams of happiness. He deserves it-- he has given so much to us through his transparency, authenticity and vulnerability. God speed on your journey, Trevor. May the road always rise up to meet you...
I loved his book, by audible, and I love this interview. It’s 1:30 am and I woke up hearing it and I can’t stop myself from listening. What a gift. Trevor is the best story teller. Listening from his perspective is beautifully honest. Thank you.
You held that space on The Daily Show with so much grace and strength no one would ever know you were going through the most when you started , you are an amazing human being , and I love you .
You are insane. You love him? You have no idea who this man is when the cameras are off. He is a liar and a thief. Most of his material is stolen from other comedians. Stop worshipping these fake, inauthentic celebrities... 'I love you...' what an embarrasment you are...
Thank you, Steven, and thank you, Trevor. I'm a 52yo american male, living in London with my long-suffering wife and boys, and just formerly diagnosed with ADHD-linked depression (as has my 21-yo son). Trevor's description here is spot-on my experience, particularly the stuck zoom lens loop. Exactly. Exactly. The very concept of existence as meaningless. Similar childhood experience, similar coping mechanisms. The hyper-focus. hyper empathy to the point of pain. I've never heard anyone describe any of this, let alone the fundamentals -- my own ridiculous ways of perceiving/thinking about everything, always -- back at me. And many of the coping / masking practices Trevor describes I also arrived at, over a long, painful journey of self discovery that's led to this point, finally that I've reached. Amazing. Thank you for this. Congrats to Trevor for getting there relatively quickly. He won me over at TDS, eventually. I had been watching the show since Jon's second or third episode. Trevor chucking at his own jokes took some getting used to after seeing Jon hone his trademark deadpan schtick over more than a decade. Took some of us a while to appreciate. I also laugh at my own jokes, so. Cheers.
This young man has more maturity and wisdom than so many twice his age. Yes, he’s been through a lot, and rather than descend into victim, it’s transformed him and given him real backbone. How refreshing and inspiring.
I think the segment discussing men is most intriguing. Something that is urgent but is uncomfortable to talk about. Former times men and women were so focused on survival and acquiring that time to reflect wasn't even a consideration. And if you did you were strongly admonished to get your mind off yourself and get busy. Reflection was relegated to Sunday morning sermons only. Today's man is double challenged to adhere to those waning standards and figure out what the new standards are at the same time. I have compassion for them because it's a lonely road. Especially without faith in God.
Thank for the privilege to see two black men have such a deep conversation. I have been blessed by this and will be sharing it with the men in my life.
@@sandrasmith4887 I understand. Maybe because USA is too rich , and they don't have to focus on other aspect of life but all these colors, LGBT, race, Genders, environmentalist etc. Here in third world like India, majority of us are too poor and don't even have time to focus of those things other than making livelihood, and we have problems too, but we tend to go through them and live a life with it
As a young man, Trevor Noah has the mind of a much older person. His family & his South African life has made him a very intelligent person. I wish him all the luck & good fortune but also his gift to teach other people how to live a better life. He can do whatever he wants now. At least I hope. I just love listening to him.
It's funny cause my grandma was half white half black but we didn't understand why ?she had to wear a scarf to cover her hair,she had to wear long clothing to cover skin 😢,
Such a lovely conversation. Trevor Noah is very profound. The fact that Trevor spent a lot of time with women made him a more well rounded person. I was a single parent. Due to this, my son is also a well rounded person. When children are raised with dominant men, they don't learn as much. They don't look around to see the different types of people and viewpoints. They lose a lot in life.
Way to justify either keeping your kid from his father or just being horrible at picking men. Totally selfish, boys raised without their father will always have a deep longing for their father, many have insecurities and get out of control.
@TamamFlop In my case, his father was a violent alcoholic who brutalized him. You sound like someone who does that as well. No understanding of the situation but shooting your mouth off anyway. Get a grip.
@@mellio9077 her view is wrong, empirically boys are way better off with a father present in the home. Some opinions are horrible. Single mothers are a plague on society.
82 year old from South africa ...i am gobsmacked with what i havebkearnt thru thus podcast..and Trevor youvare a wonderful human being ..proud you are from South Africa ❤
My two favourite people on the planet. Two men who are compassionate, kind, curious, committed to learning and self growth; developing self insights and valuing vulnerability as one of our greatest strengths. May the two of you continue to learn and grow and share the journey with the rest of us. The shared experience... your theme park experience was a great example of valuing people as opposed to things and activities.
This was incredibly healing and heartwarming to watch, especially for someone who grew up in a toxic, patriarchal community where showing emotions and vulnerability was seen as a weakness.
You have no idea who these people truly are. Trevor is a liar and a thief who steals work from others. Many other comedians have claimed he stole their material. He is a disgusting and inauthentic garbage person.
This is the best conversation by two of the very, very few men I have tremendous respect for that I've ever heard. Tears are still flowing. Adore who you both are. So much gratitude for elevating the male conversation ♥️
Wow. Trevor Noah's explanation of his ADHD and Depression is the first time I've heard someone else describe my exact experience. I wasn't diagnosed until age 45. Didn't realize I was actually quite depressed because it had been my baseline experience for most of my adulthood.
Me, too. l'm 75 and had only been diagnosed with depression until above 10 years ago. No medication has any effect, which is extremely frustrating. l appreciate folks like Trevor, Simone Biles, and Michael Phelps bringing it to public awareness.
Same here. Diagnosed in adulthood and just being diagnosed, having something to make sense of the way I lived, the way others perceived me, etc., was like a weight off my shoulders. Therapy, learning and doing things differently and meds, have really helped! Also, ADHD affects men and women differently. Trevor is a wonderful human being. 💜
As a South African, I really appreciate how Trevor represents our country and its nuances to the world. We're such a complex people with dynamics that are intrinsically understood by us who live our reality daily..but he articulates us so succinctly through his own story too. Its little understood how blessed a country and people we are in RSA to coexist as peacefully as possible with every race, religion, culture, languages etc today given the gruesomeness of our past..the consequences of which we're still grappling with today. Nkosi sikelela iAfrika nyan🙏🏽
I lived in SA for 15 years. A real education. Knew some truly amazing people there. But co existing in the blessedness you describe? The men can’t co exist with the women… rape… murder… the crime levels are off the scale!
To me, he is. He is as well a top bloke. This interview is, for me, very interesting as per his perspectives and insights due to his life experience. No need to force yourself to like him. It's maybe not interesting for you. You be you. I'll be me.
The last stuff i've heared about ZA is that people cut the powerlines, because they know then the energy company will cut the power, because there are energy problems. Any person from ZA that i talk with tells the same story... "get out if you can". People cant even run a foodstore, because the coolers cant run without power, so you cant really store anything like milk producs or fresh fish/chicken.
@@DreaMeRHoLicWondering where these people live in SA? I am from there and yes, this SOMEtimes happens in parts of SA…but it’s not a consistent standard…so? Not sure where these people live that spoke to you…pls share?
@@DreaMeRHoLicwe are not going anywhere. Every country has its problems and some of us are happy to live through the good and the bad. Power problems are being restored and the government is investing in renewable energy. I think you are meeting a lot of disgruntled SA expats.
Wow the wisdom and kindness and generosity of this soul. And the sensitivity of this truly gifted interviewer. I saw this in my feed and I was like, "2 and half hours?? who has 2 and a half hours to listen to an interview??" And it ended with me wanting more. Thank you both.
Domestic violence - silently killing women for 100s of years. Silent because the criminal is in your home. Universally accepted form of injustice and criminality. Thank you for sharing Trevor, your perception of life and experiences you have had is remarkable and the world needs to hear it
Society does not care about us, teaches us that we are at fault if abused therefore we are unlikely to speak of domestic violence. In addition, if men were reliable and seriously held accountable, it would not be the killer of women that it is. The most dangerous place for a woman is in the home. Men who abused are allowed to accept therapy in leiu of prison sentences. What a joke. @joelhall5124
Born a crime is the best book i have ever read, it feels like you are walking with Trevor through his journey. I laughed, i cried, i mulled over the very meaning of life. What an amazing human being.
Dear Trevor, deep love from a grandmother in New Zealand. I grew up in an unsafe household, I would freeze like an animal does, until I was in my forties. It was quite often a mental freezing, people usually didn’t notice. I love your book. Sending big hugs. You are marvellous 🤗💙🌺💐🇳🇿
Thank you Trevor. I'm South African & I can deeply relate to all you've said. You are an old soul. You have so much to teach & expose to all - young & old. May God continue to use you & protect you. I trust your Mom & family is Covered & doing well Always. She is a powerful woman.
I am South African living in Sweden. I grew up under apartheid in South Africa. It is like hearing my own story . Because I know, I am sorry that you had to go through all you are going through. Thank you for sharing so honestly🙏🏻.
I like the way Trevor speaks and sounds the same way he did when he was in South Africa. We always laugh in Zambia when we see people go overseas for 'two weeks' then come back home with an accent 😂😂😂
Steven, I'm a 54-year-old black woman from very very poor beginnings. What I wish for you to read is (thank you) for every video I've had a chance to watch, listen to, and learn from... I'm still in a state of a humble life, but you and your staff have given this basic human a look into the other side of thinking. Which is always an eye opener. Thank you and your Staff😊
I've not avoided Trevor Noah and the Daily Show, but this is the longest time I have listened to his opinions and thoughts. I already knew he was intellectually intelligent; it is refreshing that he is also emotionally intelligent.
This is a concept that I find difficult to convince some younger generations in individualistic societies. Not just successes, of course, but that you're also shaped by foundations or lack thereof, built by generations before that have long passed. Something like the existence of labour laws, how the song "Cat's in the Cradle" struck the heart of many when it was out, and how they are now still eating the fruit from that movement. The people who influences you are not just those in your immediate contact, but a whole army from the past to the present and we, living in the present, is influencing those in the future.
Trevor helped me understand how hyper-alert I was as a child and WHY. I could hear when my father downshifted 1/4 mile away! I was able to read his mood to sense whether he was approachable. Steven's mention of being able to identify feelings in a relationship and correlate it to childhood feelings blew me away! Some of the men I've dated were just like my father, AND I've felt fear and anxiety around them. This episode has been extremely therapeutic for me. Tysm!
This is arguably the best episode I have ever watched in this show. Trevor's intellect is shocking. He's quite smart, the way he answers every question is really astounding. The wisdom too is mind blowing. Like I really did go to therapy today. Steve thank you
He has always seemed to be an impressive guy and very good professional but until this interveiw I had no clue he is an Apartheid kid. That's very interesting and eye opening to learn about him. Just like me he was a child born during the collapse of an opressive political regime. Very interesting thing to learn about him that kind of puts his professional life into perspective and allows people who have always admired him in a way to see him in a new light.
The weather is always nice above the clouds. But if I were a bird I’d go dancing in the thunderstorm. I’d fly across the clouds just like light. I’d listen to the symphony of the thunders under the rain. (Zaho de Sagazan - Symphonie des éclairs).
Ive never heard this ‘spidey-sense’ feeling explained so well…recognize the signs…finding patterns… seeing every tiny hand movement…i always knew i wasnt crazy but it feels good to know im not unique
This episode feels like a conversation between two friends. Sharing experiences and highlighting parts of one another’s lives that impacted them most. Amazing chemistry between the two of you. Love this ❤
You mean they arent friends?????? Kidding ;) Steven does it Always with the best guests - Africa, Glucose Goddess, James Sexton, i Always felt they are kinship
@@srzrochy oh man. And it flies quick. I play/listen to Beinf Black in America as a timer. It's exactly 1hr long. And the funny thing is that I still laugh as if it's my first time each time. Absolutely 👌
Trevor is such an eloquent speaker with such a strong grip on human psychology and philosophy. Never seen this side of him! Thoroughly enjoyed this convo
Interesting... I noticed the differences. Trevor is a 'people' guy and Steven feels most himself when he's alone. Both are deep thinkers and emotionally expressive tho.
One of the things I love about Trevor is that he is relatable, and it doesn't even feel like he is trying (unlike most famous people). Thank you to Steve for having him on your show. 🇿🇦 We 🇿🇦 Are🇿🇦 Watching🇿🇦
Thank you so much Trevor for opening up to us to learn from your experience. Also I would like to appreciate the host for giving the chance to your guest to speak without interrupting as most hosts do but rather calm and being great listener. Thank you both!!
With too many young men struggling to find real role models Steven and Trevor are the real deal. I would love for these two and a few other real men host a talk that addresses issues of connection and what being a man means today. Great podcast Steven.
Could be he meant qualities like authenticity esp on side of men..which is rare due to Men's ego and denial or even shying away from expressing their emotions genuinely. And I would mean this in a sense of being willing to genuinely seek help or support rather than keep quiet and depression hits and the next thing is the skyrocketing suicides. We are so protected. And it's high time we start thinking this way.
Peace to all. And much respect to all. I guess we are in the time of emotions and feelings due to how comfortable life has became. I think that the problem is the break down of families that's all. Both of these men are gay I believe and so yes it is easy for them to be like this and that's why you see so many women in the comments. They can relate naturally. Men are naturally fighting or building. Just what we do. The problem with our world is the advanced state of technology. It is displacing men. What the women do is a choice. Work or play. Mom or career. Nothing wrong with it, it's just what it is. Men do not well really people as a whole do not do things just to do it. Those that do are rare therefore are special. This is way women get burnt out after years of working just to work. Men get burnt out of years chasing women. Money gets old. Everybody talks about connecting,lol. You suppose to connect with your family. So we tear down families or choose not to have any and then wonder the world looking for friends( a substitute for family). These to men in the video are not talking about what is really going on. We are looking at the fall of a society. That's all. Everybody scared to state the obvious. We are trying to bandage our way out of it and no it will continue to side. All society goes through this and all end the same. It is not really anyone's fault just what happens when you can think about so more than having children, getting married,sitting with your grandkids ect. See the problem with some men not all because the things these two state that are problems with men I never seen in men I have been around. I question who are these men hanging around? Me and the men who I have had as friends or mentors sit around and chat alot. Maybe not as soft spoken or well spoken as these two but we do.
@@mwalimumartin101I agree and disagree, just like the statement above maybe for some men, other might just be ok. The power of self is like no other and sometime a person just need to stand up. That's all. Many do not like to hear this because it is simple. Not interesting. I guess this is were we as men are separated and some raise and others fall.
I agree, I wish my partner had positive male friends around him that encourages openness and growth rather than toxic masculinity. He’s wonderful when he can be, but toxic people can really impact you negatively if you allow it or have no self worth, or if they don’t let you be yourself
@@Chunkybungus The amount of influence that social media has on women and their relationships is tragically enormous!! You all come here and see a small snippet of other people's lives and suddenly the relationships you have look like a dump. No wonder so many young women are initiating divorce and living miserable lives because you expect everything in your lives to be as "perfect" as you see on social media. It's so stupid!!!
Trevor has me in tears at 9:00 a.m. I have been blessed listening to both Steve and Trevor this morning. So happy I listened to the whole show. I have marked to register again.
This hits me hard. My life had been spiraling downward for who knows how long. Two weeks ago I hit a point where I knew I really needed to make a change. I had suspected I had ADHD for a while, but I didn't want to take meds, thought I could manage. Well, I was not managing. At least not on the inside. On the surface I was a successful, well educated, fit man in his 30s. Got officially diagnosed and started meds a week and a half ago. Holy shit. Took one pill to knock me out of my depression. Life is all of a sudden on easy mode. Getting myself to do work just happens. Cleaning up my place just happens. Working out feels good again like it did 10 years ago in my 20s. I'm doing the things I've been meaning to do for years but just couldn't get out of my head enough to do them. I'm able to eat with intention and not emotionally. The constant urge of wanting to get fucked up, drunk, high, w/e, is gone. I am amazed at the compensatory mechanisms I have developed in my life to survive for this long. Mental health is no joke, sometimes your brain is damaged or just isn't genetically wired to excel in your environment. Don't be afraid to get the help you need, life is too short!
So, a few things to talk about the neuroscience. I only learned these recently. 1) adhd causes anxiety. Because low dopamine causes low norepinephrine (also called noradrenaline) and a symptom of being low on noradrenaline is anxiety. 2) your body uses norepinephrine and serotonin for a lot more than your brain chemistry, I've seen both involved in seasonal allergies, pain, and sleep. But I first went down this path because nortryptaline was prescribed to me for my digestive issues. 3) so as you get older you get more responsibilities, more aches and pains, and worse digestion, which is why it felt easier in your 20s. 4) to answer the question, the specific meds you need depends on who you are. I do fabulously on nonstimulant meds like strattera, nortryptaline causes emotional blunting so I need a higher dose of straterra. But stimulant meds can have similar effects. What I like about strattera in particular is that it goes straight for the anxiety, whereas stimulant meds go straight for the focusing part. Anything that has serotonin will help with depression regardless of source, but recent research shows most people can't be on serotonin for long without getting a med induced emotional blunting/depression. (This seems to be because serotonin mostly helps the brain learn to cope with stress and once that learning happens you don't need as much serotonin)
This honest, probing, respectful conversation between two men capable of truly listening, reflecting & sharing authentically is such a gift to us all. Thank you Steven & Trevor - just beautiful.
As a 31 year old woman who got diagnosed with ADHD at 29, has suffered from anxiety & depression her whole life, it’s interviews like this that make me feel like I’m not alone. I too come from a country with a lot of problems and grew up in an unprivileged world post-war. It’s interesting how I never thought me and a celebrity from across the world would have so much in common.
As you said ppl from across the world can have similar experiences. I am 29 right now... Just got diagnosed after finding out on my own that i had ADHD and struggling to find experts to confirm it... All my life I had to bury all of my anxiety & depression to put up a front. I was a man i had to BE strong... I had a bad physical disability so i could not burden others by being anxious and depressed... It was not sustainable ahahah. Right now despite having suffered professional and social setbacks from the undiagnosed ADHD i have never been happier... I am getting treatment via Ritalin and it is working VERY well... I feel like i can do SO MUCH more...
cheers from 34 yo who find out about all of that 5 months ago. From perspective of time, ADHD ruined my life (university time especially as life experience). Lucky to be affected by small short depression episode. Plus I had luck to meet my best friend 2 years ago via tinder. Good stuff.
Trevor has just given the most accurate description of _my_ experience of depression that I have ever heard. I never really associated it with my ADHD (also adult diagnosed, about 6 years ago) but the way he explains it makes so much sense. I'm going to share this with my friends and family. Thank you for having this conversation so that we all benefit from it.
l couldn't agree with you more! l'm 75 and was treated for depression much of my life - l requested l be looked at for ADHD and was diagnosed about 10 years ago. l know more about it than my psychiatrist, sadly. Trevor is fabulous! l feel it helps those of us who have ADHD and brings awareness to others.
My mother hated conflict, worried and tried to please everyone, so self sacrificing, I grew up seeing how it effected her firsthand and what I've learnt is my hypersensitivity and senses now are derived from me developing those attributes to protect her. Definitely a gift and a curse
"The things we've done are not done alone". I say this often. Listening to Trevor is a WOW factor of his recognition of love and the importance of people.
How was this over 2 1/2 hours long! Felt like it flew by. Trevor is an amazing human-his mother-simply out of this world! We need more Trevors, and even more Patricias! 💛
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, steve_porassss . I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
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sure, I love this channel all the way from Nairobi Kenya, Africa
Keep up the good work Steve!
@@TheDiaryOfACEO trevor noah is racist.
Amazing, bring Pharrell Williams next pls 🙏 🙏🙏🙏
No Questions on Political views or Ideology ? Was that his demand for the interview ? Disappointing TBH. It was a 'feel good' only about the bloke. He is extremely articulate, so I dont know why you used a velvet glove w. the guy.
I noticed what I like about this interview: both parties let each other speak, no one interrupted or talked over or filled the silent space with more words. A lot of podcasts are exhausting, but this episode was refreshing because of its cadence. Thank you
Me too. 😅
I cannot listen to interviews, when hosts interrupt.
Well said, you're absolutely right. They allow eachother time to speak, and time to contemplate.
Steve has had many scientists and medical professionals on the show over the years, including psychologists, and yet Noah has given some of the most profound thoughts on life and human development. I will be listening to this episode again.
sameeeeeee
Agreed! Trevor's amazing at conveying his insights and knowledge in a way that's both simple and profound. Steven did a fantastic job interviewing and hosting Trevor, staying engaged and present the whole time ♥
@@themindfulmeanderings 🤪 you people are off the wall!
Same thoughts
Exactly. His wisdom.is awe inspiring
“Just because you have survived the storm, doesn’t mean you should want to keep that storm.” Powerful and well said. Thank you for saying that Trevor. 🙏🏽
meh
@ The expression “meh,” originating from the TV show “The Simpsons” in 1995, is widely known to express indifference, i.e., you could’ve kept it to yourself.
If something gives inspiration to someone else, why knock it?
@@MRC5981 MEH.
@@MRC5981 meeeeeeeeeeeeeh !!!!!!!!!
@@MRC5981amen to this..
This is my first time watching a 2 hour podcast (also because I'm braiding my hair). What a beautiful nuanced conversation, I didn't know how emotionally intelligent Trevor Noah was. What a beautiful man!
I love that you are braiding your hair. Those words mean a lot to me.
How did your braids come out?
@wagechi29 girl I loveeeee then
Steven Bartlett your listening skills are on another level👏. What sets you apart is your ability to create an atmosphere where guests don’t just talk they reflect, go deep, and share parts of themselves that often remain untouched in other interviews. You don’t just ask questions; you unlock stories.
Wow, so appropriately said: unlock stories.
Absolutely
Hear hear!
Dude! He's so good!
Steve you should work as a therapist.. With your listening skills and empathy.. You already are one. And a top one too👏🏻👏🏻😍
I think the biggest thing I have learned about ADHD is that doing something that you dont want to do or that doesnt interest you is the hardest thing in the world and that mental strain to make yourself do it is what leads to the depression
I agree. Very well said.
Exactly, it makes it nearly impossible to do things you don't like.
Totally agree 👍
exactly, this is so true for me aswell. its like mental torture, and that prolonged "torture" is what leads to depression
Great interview so insightful, well done to you both ❤👏
Trevor, you are wise beyond your years. I’m a 79 year old black woman who is still learning these lessons.
@@PatrickTravisKelly❤
@jbf5117 Hah! I'm an 86-yr old white woman and I'm still learning. It never ends. When I was 22, I assumed I would reach a point where I knew everything about how to get along in life. When I was 30, I began to get an inkling that was not likely to happen. If only we could sit down together and share a glass of wine or cup or tea or whatever. beannachtaí.
@@PatrickTravisKellyYou are pale face, not white.
The harder you grow up the more wise you end up
Me too, on all counts.
He's very blessed to have a mother who loved him and guided him.
Trevor, Abel was my car mechanic at the time you lived there, I lived around the corner in Orange Grove. I read your book for the first time and you won’t believe my shock and surprise when I got to the part where your mom met Abel and everything became so familiar!! I couldn’t believe that I’d been going to your house regularly to get my car serviced and fixed. All sorts of mixed feelings for a man who I thought was quite lovely and a great mechanic. I was quite outraged! I am just so happy your life turned out so well and that your mom is safe! ❤ You’re a wonderful human. And you Steve ❤️
Thanks for your comment.
I have also had a dangerously violent man in my life, he is so charming that no one would ever guess. Only those who've known him longer know.
@@thiacari sending love and healing - so sorry to hear this
crazy! We need to beleive people when they talk about these experiences. Charming Narcissist bullies are the worst
Yes! I love that Japanese art form! Is that the coolest?. I was just discussing this last week with someone. I forget the name of it
But it is a most beautiful thing isn't it? I am glad Trevor talked about this. ❤
Orange Groove 🥲
Trevor has a brain that doesn't shut off. I have never watched a podcast this long but so quite informative. Trevor is a treasure. Yes authentic he is.
That’s all ADHD brains. But not all people who have ADHD are as smart, interesting and articulate as him.
I love Trevor. He is brilliant.
Yep that's exactly what it's like to have ADHD. It's a gift and a curse, a gift to the world but a curse for the one suffering thru the condition. 😞
I love the videos where he laughs at white ppl thats my favorite... so authentic
Did you Yoda at the end there, on purpose? Lol
How can one human being be so smart, insightful, eloquent, funny, rich, handsome and loved by many? It doesn’t make any sense.. Trevor Noah is truly blessed!
Through pain... Some levels of achievement and reverence are hard-fought through pain.
Exactly..... "Blessed " / 🙏❤️
You just said it yourself...it makes sense he's loved cos he has all of those qualities you just described
He has incredible humility also. He said at one point that he has sat down with people more wise or intelligent than himself, and I thought, especially by the end of this recording, not sure anyone has anything on him.
Exactly what we all think! Amazing person!
This is perhaps the most moving conversation I have heard between two men. Thank you for making this happen, Steve, and for your incredible depth, compassion, humility and wisdom, Trevor!
Trevor's intellect is on another level. He's a gift that keeps on giving.
Until he opens his mouth about politics. No thank you
He is a gift--well said.
Yes love him!! ✨✨✨✨
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Many with ADHD are very deep thinkers.
We all need a Trevor in our lives
I do. 😔 😏 ❤❤❤❤
My 6 year old daughter said “these two brothers look so alike and they are speaking nicely to each other “ and I agree. I didn’t want this to end for so many reasons. What a gift to have witnessed this. The humility, the brotherly love, the appreciation of friendship and most of the importance of good relationships. I feel like I went to therapy. ❤
Rebecca.....
Why wouldn't half black men speak nicely to each other lmao. I don't really get the comment to be honest. Black or half black people are not less capable of being kind or civil it sort of seems like a really weird thing to say.
I agree with your daughter. They look like brothers!
They look like brothers, and they are great role models.
perhaps the prevailing prejudice of people from Africa ..it’s so warm . The intelligence insight and humanity. The icons and models from Africa at times are not the best. Likewise from everywhere !
The depth of humanity is so great. Both are fathering age but as far as we know are not fathers.
They convey their truths so well and digestible.
Thanks Steven
Thank you both for this interview. You're absolutely right Trevor -violence within a family, especially when experienced by a child, is deeply devastating. It impacts their sense of safety, trust, and emotional well-being, often with long-term consequences. It can be to their mother or to them but it changes everything. Thank you for being so open and eloquent.
My sisters, mother and I experienced the worst domestic violence from a drunken, troubled madman! When he died, I felt a sense of relief that we (and other women) were finally SAFE and could go on peacefully and productively with our lives. Suffice it to say, the family needed intense therapy for many years so that our children (and grandchildren) could be free of the generational curse!
@honeydate I am sorry that happened to you and your family ... thank you for being brave and share, I am happy you have found your voice and peace again.
Trevor describing himself as a piece of ceramic that has been broken many times and put back together is one of the most beautiful descriptions I have ever heard. Thank you for this tender interview.
In Japan there is a process, or rather, a practice, called Kintsugi. When a piece of pottery or ceramic is broken, the craftsman uses a special resin adhesive that’s mixed with powdered gold to rejoin the broken pieces back together.
Instead of trying to hide the cracks, they are accentuated. It is different now, but no less beautiful. Perhaps even more so than it already was.
Edit: lol whoops. Hadn’t gotten that far in the podcast yet I guess. My B.
This was the interview I have been secretly hoping would happen! Because most DOAC interviews are so long, I typically take a few days, listening in 30 min increments. Today, I sat down in front of my laptop, full-screen view and watched from beginning to end, with absolutely no regrets. I am always blown away by Trevor's ability to articulate emotions, complex thoughts and nuanced contextualities. But Steven, having you listen, respond and ask questions only elevated this conversation to everything I never knew I wanted to hear from both of you. My 3 big takeaways: 1. Growing up in abusive homes can make many hypersensitive to those around them and conflict-averse (you don't have to protect everyone). 2. No one who does anything BIG does it alone! (My mentor always says: if you want to go fast, do it alone. If you want to go far, Squad Up!) 3. Make friends a priority. You will never regret it. Steven, you said the bigger the subscribers get, the bigger the guests get. You didn't lie! So glad to be one of your subscribers. One of the best interviews ever! (and that includes the ones with Mo Gadet and Gabor Mate)
Same. Watched the whole thing in one sitting! Amazing.
@@RobKlarmann 🤩🤩💯
Same!
Same
Same
Trevor is literally telling my story for me. This made me realize that I need to visit therapy because I believe this childhood trauma has continued to affect every relationship I get into. I don’t want to be like my father, I want to be better man.
I know the feeling fellow. I have tried to analyze myself on how much I think is a good / bad idea and how much is me just avoiding being anything like him.
I'd rather be alone than become him. Therapy and good friends... maybe we will get where we want to be.
If you truly want to be better you will be!
Just don't bring this up on a first date and you will be fine bro 😅 Keep looking till you find the right one
we will become what we truly want to be ♡ in my case years of therapy and meds help . shoutout to all traumasurvivors ♡
An honourable goal if there ever was one. The key is to find a therapist you click with!
I didn't t know much about the guest before listening, but as soon as he began to speak I thought to myself "This man is an artist." Expressed so beautifully and profound, I love it
One of the most powerful conversations on so many levels. Personal, psychoanalytical, social, political, where to end. In a tone of voice that is absolutely brilliant to listen to and be able to absorb, and feel the emotions without being overwhelmed. Thank you for this!!! Respect in every word and sharing!
Lol you bots are out of control.
@LordRykard9376 right ? All i see are people commenting that he's intellectual. Paid bots most likely.
@ceshmate1953 it's pretty wild. Usually this channel has fairly organic engagement but I think Trevor Noah is so universally disliked, they had to bring out the bots.
Trevor's answers to these questions are extremely realistic. When he says things like, "I really don't know," "I really don't know why," etc., he portrays a realistic view that celebrities are human, too. He doesn't want to show that he has everything figured out. He is extremely vulnerable and candid, and it would be an injustice to listen to this at face value. Deep stuff! And how he appreciates the people who were there for him. This is a healed human being who has met himself deeply. I pray for this grace.
Yes this. I enjoyed his “I don’t knows.” I enjoyed that they weren’t just “I don’t know,” but he shared his thoughts and feelings that helped us understand that this is something he has thought about and considered and not having a conclusion was a result of both knowing and acknowledging the part that cannot be known for sure.
A healed human being that has met himself deeply. Beautifully said.
very inspiring !
I really relate to the show, kids growing up around domestic abuse really go through trauma that shapes their lives forever. For me, the hardest thing is these kids carrying burdens that overwhelm them and affect their growth and development. The fear of the unknown stays with you forever and it only takes a miracle to heal from such a fear.
I would add that he admits that he isn't healed it is a long process of processing, in fact a lifetime condition, you might say!
“It’s not my job to protect everybody.” Trevor is so real for that!
That's right. I used to be the guy who would always protect and please everyone until I got betrayed. I am glad he said it and I am grateful you reiterated it.
This guy is so brilliant. I miss him so much on the TV, but now i appreciate every minute I can hear him.
These two need to start a mental health podcast for men. I just think they are both so amazing! Two Black men speaking so deeply is just refreshing! 🤎
Yes!!
I agree
Yes!!!
It should be called The Inside Men
they mixed
I've read Trevor's book. My heart broke, then soared, so many times. I cried. I laughed out loud. My husband thought I was going nuts, and kept asking me if I was okay.
Trevor, you are a treasure. Hugs, darling, stay strong. 💫
Same here and because of that my wife read it too and felt the same, the book is amazing
Which one??
@@cv2995His autobiography, "Born a Crime".
You people are easily amused and manipulated
@@Andrej89NS why does it bother you?
I heard something about comedians having ironically high rates of depression. May Mr. Noah find lasting peace and happiness.
And self unaliving. It is so awful and tragic that these transparent, vulnerable people are in so much pain. They bring the world so much joy and relief from the hardness of life, yet they are suffering inside. It breaks my heart.
Artists have a tendency to get depressed and that isn't news. I think the main reason for it is that our culture goes against creative and independent thinkers; the people running our system like "obedient workers" as George Carlin said, and you're punished for being anything else.
Most comedians are laughing that they don't cry......( In there beginning)❣️😊
I heard comedians are the product of depressed parents...
Also have unusually high rates of ADHD... For what it's worth
I miss Trevor on the daily show. He was and still is the most intelligent, interesting and probing conversationalists. So much here to digest. His insights are incredible. He’s not just a “contrarian” for contrarian sake, which is so tiresome and completely inauthentic. Thank you for this conversation. Quality stuff.
Hands down, one of THE BEST conversations I've listened to in over 15 years. The questions and then follow-up questions Steven Barlett asks Trevor Noah as he responds and then goes deeper in his response is beyond the beyond. These two men "go there" in extraordinary ways. Thank you for this interview and for sharing it with the world.
This is how I wish the world would be all the time. Good listeners and respectful, beautiful responses on life and how we are impacted. Great young men, great role models for communication. Thank you! I want more.
You should watch more conversations xD
I could listen to Trevor all day. So much life and wisdom in his soul. We are fortunate that he shares himself with us.
Me too😀
I wouldn't. Because I don't enjoy being socially engineered by lib propaganda.
Ok bot.
Agreed!
Barf. You might suffer from celebrity worship. Trevor is a thief who steals most of his jokes and quotes from others.
From the dawn of public discourse to now, no conversation has been this phenomenal for the ADHD population. This is the ultimate interview for ADHD individuals in history.
Thank you, Steven.
Yes yes and yes!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
ADHD is caused by diet
Knowing Trevor has ADHD brought tears to my eyes
Trevor Noah, the propagandist, has ADHD? Oh my goodness!
@@LordRykard9376
Why don't you just crawl back under your rock.
"You survived abd im proud of you for surviving, but that doesnt mean that you needed to go through what you went through"- Trevor Noah✨ The entire podcast was filled with gems and such grace, wisdom and maturity. God bless you, man
South African here. Trevor is such a philosopher, well read logical sensible person. Love this guy.
Nah hes not. He is a cheat and a thief. He steals jokes from others. Trevor is a disgusting garbage person.
"You can't choose what happens to you,but you can probably choose who you can handle it with ".. Trevor Noah....such an inspiring show.
Another stolen quote, just like Trevor steals everything. Also many of his jokes are stolen from other comedians. There is nothing authentic about Noah.
@@krook5158get a life
You can’t chose what happens to you, but you have control of how you react, and/or if you choose to involve others. Instantly lashing out violently, which is so often the case, is a learned behavior, and usually about the worst thing that could’ve been done. How did we learn this?
By not paying attention, not pursuing alternatives, by not realizing there is some underlying issue that initiated the conflict in the first place. So much to learn about ourselves, yet we rarely find the need to explore, we just go about our days coping
@@krook5158He “borrows” words, the same as any poet, lyricist, comedian, politician or any speaker…NO ONE owns the words. They may have a “copywriters claim”on a certain phrase, but even then if the context in which the phrase is used… There goes the copywriters claim.
It’s the familiarity of the usage of words that make jokes funny, makes song sentimental, speeches memorable. Language is meant to be expressed, explored, shared, repeated, rejoiced. Tucked away in a vault like a commodity? Naaah
@@jjgregory4844 Bro he literally stole entire sketches, personal stories from other comedians. You think a tiny twist of words is enough to claim the jokes and stories of someone else and then pretend they happened to you?
I could never skip a Trevor interview... he is a gifted thinker and articulates himself brilliantly.
Amen
❤❤❤ me2
Thissss…..! Cause whilst I knew he was humorous I had no idea what a thoroughly deep and honest thinker he was and I was truly impressed and pleasantly surprised. I’m glad I stopped by and listened
Nah hes not. He is a cheat and a thief. He steals jokes from others. Trevor is a disgusting garbage person.
Same
What a gift to humanity this interview is. So many reminders of what really matters in life: friendship, love, connection.
According to uk govt its work until you drop
Trevor Noah is highly intelligent, articulate and wise. Thank you for this interview Steven, what a treat!😊
when Trevor admits to not knowing something is truly authentic.
He reminds me of James Baldwin.
Nah hes not. He is a cheat and a thief. He steals jokes from others. Trevor is a disgusting garbage person.
For the first time, someone described my life growing up in an abusive house. Because at a young age, you learn to get on with it. My way of being. Sensitive to how people feel. Always alert for possible violence... A lone ranger, and I never really trusted my surroundings. At the age of 52 today, I realized I still have trauma because I buried all of it deep on the inside. If you know me, I'm a jolly person who always wants to let people feel loved and appreciated. But in time, I also made changes, realizing that I'm not responsible for the next person's happiness. Nearly to a T, because he was also my stepdad after my dad passed away... Then living where you are the only one looking like this... Bullying from the outside also plays its role... Big up to you Trevor...
Same
I have been wondering for so long what the backstory was for Trevor that was not articulated in his written work. It was a perpetual nagging feeling of incompleteness. Yes, he has been abundantly transparent and self revelatory, but there always seemed like there was another story underneath his storytelling. This interview was it-- and Steve your talent for assisted narrative telling is becoming legendary. Kudos.
Trevor is such a remarkable human being who has had the world at his feet yet never allowed the supplication of celebrity bring him hubristically to his knees. Having been exposed to such a breadth of humanity and still able to see a throughput of compassionate listening and wisdom is truly a gift from God. I have never forgotten the interview Trevor did with Kellyanne Conway, who is clearly a deeply troubled human being. Yet, he was able to give her humanity and shame her behavior. I sat back thunderstruck. Only a spirit who has experienced nooks and crannies of human existence that are hidden from most people would have been able to head the conversation away from the typical traps that someone like Kellyanne creates. She perverts language for a living, Trevor elevates language for a living and it was a masterful moment of television.
Trevor impresses me as someone who is able to sit with grief and see its beauty and pathos at the same time which is ultimately the gift of all comedians. They make us laugh to keep our jovial tears from transforming to weeping. I wonder how he heals-- at a point when I was near death, his show and humor created enough dopamine for me to keep going, heal my brain, soothe my soul. How does he restore his soul? At a biochemical level, who or what gives him the dopamine and serotonin he rightfully deserves? Metaphysically, where will all of this soul work take him and his audience? He has already accomplished so much, I shudder in anticipation of the amazing places he will go.
I genuinely pray that Trevor is able to rise to a level of his human experience that transcends his wildest dreams of happiness. He deserves it-- he has given so much to us through his transparency, authenticity and vulnerability. God speed on your journey, Trevor. May the road always rise up to meet you...
You have a gift with words-I hope that Trevor reads this!
Paragraphs sis.
Wow!
Wow, are you a writer? this was amazing to read, Trevor must read this, it seems it comes from a very genuine place.
That is as so beautifully written! I agree and couldn’t have said it better!!❤
I loved his book, by audible, and I love this interview. It’s 1:30 am and I woke up hearing it and I can’t stop myself from listening. What a gift. Trevor is the best story teller. Listening from his perspective is beautifully honest. Thank you.
At 73, this has reinforced how I’ve felt my entire life. Thank you, Trevor and Steve.
Mzansi let's gather here ❤❤ Much love for Our brother Trevor Noah
He is a incredible person for sure. Great interview!!! Andre
Sikhona!
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Trevor noah is racist.
This pos only get famous because he talks about trump everyday.
You held that space on The Daily Show with so much grace and strength no one would ever know you were going through the most when you started , you are an amazing human being , and I love you .
❤
You are insane. You love him? You have no idea who this man is when the cameras are off. He is a liar and a thief. Most of his material is stolen from other comedians. Stop worshipping these fake, inauthentic celebrities...
'I love you...' what an embarrasment you are...
Thank you, Steven, and thank you, Trevor. I'm a 52yo american male, living in London with my long-suffering wife and boys, and just formerly diagnosed with ADHD-linked depression (as has my 21-yo son). Trevor's description here is spot-on my experience, particularly the stuck zoom lens loop. Exactly. Exactly. The very concept of existence as meaningless. Similar childhood experience, similar coping mechanisms. The hyper-focus. hyper empathy to the point of pain. I've never heard anyone describe any of this, let alone the fundamentals -- my own ridiculous ways of perceiving/thinking about everything, always -- back at me. And many of the coping / masking practices Trevor describes I also arrived at, over a long, painful journey of self discovery that's led to this point, finally that I've reached. Amazing. Thank you for this. Congrats to Trevor for getting there relatively quickly. He won me over at TDS, eventually. I had been watching the show since Jon's second or third episode. Trevor chucking at his own jokes took some getting used to after seeing Jon hone his trademark deadpan schtick over more than a decade. Took some of us a while to appreciate. I also laugh at my own jokes, so. Cheers.
This young man has more maturity and wisdom than so many twice his age. Yes, he’s been through a lot, and rather than descend into victim, it’s transformed him and given him real backbone. How refreshing and inspiring.
You are so right! Trevor has never played the victim, not even with the White/Black dynamics and trauma of being born in apartheid South Africa.
@@francesohanenye2067he actually has played victim. Hence some of the abuse he got on the Daily show.
well he’s not a young man he’s 40!
@@tjkingdom it’s a relative statement. I’m 65 and 40 is young. Perhaps you’re also young and haven’t realised it yet.
I think the segment discussing men is most intriguing. Something that is urgent but is uncomfortable to talk about. Former times men and women were so focused on survival and acquiring that time to reflect wasn't even a consideration. And if you did you were strongly admonished to get your mind off yourself and get busy. Reflection was relegated to Sunday morning sermons only. Today's man is double challenged to adhere to those waning standards and figure out what the new standards are at the same time. I have compassion for them because it's a lonely road. Especially without faith in God.
Thank for the privilege to see two black men have such a deep conversation. I have been blessed by this and will be sharing it with the men in my life.
Why always a color?
I just wish they werent obsessed with WW
@@jamesboth3785because that's what society sees. We are counted, divided,demographed by race and color, sort of racism!
@@sandrasmith4887 I understand. Maybe because USA is too rich , and they don't have to focus on other aspect of life but all these colors, LGBT, race, Genders, environmentalist etc. Here in third world like India, majority of us are too poor and don't even have time to focus of those things other than making livelihood, and we have problems too, but we tend to go through them and live a life with it
@@jamesboth3785, isn’t the caste system a form of lighter skin versus darker skin.
As a young man, Trevor Noah has the mind of a much older person. His family & his South African life has made him a very intelligent person. I wish him all the luck & good fortune but also his gift to teach other people how to live a better life. He can do whatever he wants now. At least I hope. I just love
listening to him.
It's funny cause my grandma was half white half black but we didn't understand why ?she had to wear a scarf to cover her hair,she had to wear long clothing to cover skin 😢,
Such a lovely conversation. Trevor Noah is very profound. The fact that Trevor spent a lot of time with women made him a more well rounded person. I was a single parent. Due to this, my son is also a well rounded person. When children are raised with dominant men, they don't learn as much. They don't look around to see the different types of people and viewpoints. They lose a lot in life.
Way to justify either keeping your kid from his father or just being horrible at picking men. Totally selfish, boys raised without their father will always have a deep longing for their father, many have insecurities and get out of control.
@TamamFlop judgmental, any? please, she’s entitled to her point of view.
@TamamFlop In my case, his father was a violent alcoholic who brutalized him. You sound like someone who does that as well. No understanding of the situation but shooting your mouth off anyway. Get a grip.
@@mellio9077 her view is wrong, empirically boys are way better off with a father present in the home. Some opinions are horrible. Single mothers are a plague on society.
82 year old from South africa ...i am gobsmacked with what i havebkearnt thru thus podcast..and Trevor youvare a wonderful human being ..proud you are from South Africa ❤
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My two favourite people on the planet. Two men who are compassionate, kind, curious, committed to learning and self growth; developing self insights and valuing vulnerability as one of our greatest strengths. May the two of you continue to learn and grow and share the journey with the rest of us. The shared experience... your theme park experience was a great example of valuing people as opposed to things and activities.
This was incredibly healing and heartwarming to watch, especially for someone who grew up in a toxic, patriarchal community where showing emotions and vulnerability was seen as a weakness.
You have no idea who these people truly are. Trevor is a liar and a thief who steals work from others. Many other comedians have claimed he stole their material. He is a disgusting and inauthentic garbage person.
This conversation was therapy. It's likely the best you've both ever done. Thank you both.
This is the best conversation by two of the very, very few men I have tremendous respect for that I've ever heard. Tears are still flowing. Adore who you both are. So much gratitude for elevating the male conversation ♥️
Wow. Trevor Noah's explanation of his ADHD and Depression is the first time I've heard someone else describe my exact experience. I wasn't diagnosed until age 45. Didn't realize I was actually quite depressed because it had been my baseline experience for most of my adulthood.
Me too. I had undiagnosed ADHD as a child. Depression followed me into adulthood. Much therapy was very helpful to me.
Me, too. l'm 75 and had only been diagnosed with depression until above 10 years ago. No medication has any effect, which is extremely frustrating. l appreciate folks like Trevor, Simone Biles, and Michael Phelps bringing it to public awareness.
Same here. Diagnosed in adulthood and just being diagnosed, having something to make sense of the way I lived, the way others perceived me, etc., was like a weight off my shoulders. Therapy, learning and doing things differently and meds, have really helped! Also, ADHD affects men and women differently.
Trevor is a wonderful human being. 💜
As a South African, I really appreciate how Trevor represents our country and its nuances to the world. We're such a complex people with dynamics that are intrinsically understood by us who live our reality daily..but he articulates us so succinctly through his own story too. Its little understood how blessed a country and people we are in RSA to coexist as peacefully as possible with every race, religion, culture, languages etc today given the gruesomeness of our past..the consequences of which we're still grappling with today. Nkosi sikelela iAfrika nyan🙏🏽
I lived in SA for 15 years. A real education. Knew some truly amazing people there. But co existing in the blessedness you describe? The men can’t co exist with the women… rape… murder… the crime levels are off the scale!
To me, he is. He is as well a top bloke. This interview is, for me, very interesting as per his perspectives and insights due to his life experience. No need to force yourself to like him. It's maybe not interesting for you. You be you. I'll be me.
The last stuff i've heared about ZA is that people cut the powerlines, because they know then the energy company will cut the power, because there are energy problems. Any person from ZA that i talk with tells the same story... "get out if you can". People cant even run a foodstore, because the coolers cant run without power, so you cant really store anything like milk producs or fresh fish/chicken.
@@DreaMeRHoLicWondering where these people live in SA? I am from there and yes, this SOMEtimes happens in parts of SA…but it’s not a consistent standard…so? Not sure where these people live that spoke to you…pls share?
@@DreaMeRHoLicwe are not going anywhere. Every country has its problems and some of us are happy to live through the good and the bad.
Power problems are being restored and the government is investing in renewable energy.
I think you are meeting a lot of disgruntled SA expats.
We often forget just how intelligent comedians really are. Trevor Noah is a perfect example……….
He also doubles down on the fact that quite a number of comedians are dealing with different types of depression.
I agree, intelligente is essentiel for humor.
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you gotta be intelligent to be a great comedian. Even ones making edgy jokes are actual geniuses.
Truthfully you can’t be a good comedian if you aren’t Intelligent…the people who just cuss aren’t really comedians😆😂
Wow the wisdom and kindness and generosity of this soul. And the sensitivity of this truly gifted interviewer. I saw this in my feed and I was like, "2 and half hours?? who has 2 and a half hours to listen to an interview??" And it ended with me wanting more. Thank you both.
Domestic violence - silently killing women for 100s of years. Silent because the criminal is in your home. Universally accepted form of injustice and criminality. Thank you for sharing Trevor, your perception of life and experiences you have had is remarkable and the world needs to hear it
Thousands of years...
It's neither silent nor accepted. What are you talking about?
Society does not care about us, teaches us that we are at fault if abused therefore we are unlikely to speak of domestic violence. In addition, if men were reliable and seriously held accountable, it would not be the killer of women that it is. The most dangerous place for a woman is in the home. Men who abused are allowed to accept therapy in leiu of prison sentences. What a joke. @joelhall5124
Born a crime is the best book i have ever read, it feels like you are walking with Trevor through his journey. I laughed, i cried, i mulled over the very meaning of life. What an amazing human being.
Dear Trevor, deep love from a grandmother in New Zealand. I grew up in an unsafe household, I would freeze like an animal does, until I was in my forties. It was quite often a mental freezing, people usually didn’t notice. I love your book. Sending big hugs. You are marvellous 🤗💙🌺💐🇳🇿
Thank you Trevor. I'm South African & I can deeply relate to all you've said. You are an old soul. You have so much to teach & expose to all - young & old. May God continue to use you & protect you. I trust your Mom & family is Covered & doing well Always. She is a powerful woman.
I am South African living in Sweden. I grew up under apartheid in South Africa. It is like hearing my own story . Because I know, I am sorry that you had to go through all you are going through. Thank you for sharing so honestly🙏🏻.
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I’m so happy to hear a South African accent and a British accent side by side so I can finally hear the difference.
😂😂 I love this comment,
And I still barely hear it :D
I like the way Trevor speaks and sounds the same way he did when he was in South Africa. We always laugh in Zambia when we see people go overseas for 'two weeks' then come back home with an accent 😂😂😂
I love it! ❤
How can someone NOT like this guy??!! Love goes out to Trevor!! Hugs from your Dad's country 🇨🇭🤜🏼🤛🏼❤️
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agree! Trevor is one of my favorite humans.
Trevor is such a kind and smart person ❤ I always liked him but did not know he was so deeply genuine and thoughtful 🙏🏻
Thank you for posting this. People don’t understand that adhd comes with anxiety, depression, and more.
I didn’t know
Much more and the depth.....
Steven, I'm a 54-year-old black woman from very very poor beginnings. What I wish for you to read is (thank you) for every video I've had a chance to watch, listen to, and learn from...
I'm still in a state of a humble life, but you and your staff have given this basic human a look into the other side of thinking. Which is always an eye opener.
Thank you and your Staff😊
Why is race or money important?
@@iwantgoat because people live in the real world and all of that affects their experiences in life.
@@iwantgoatDid you miss the interview?
@@soraia_4383 keep whining about race I'm sure it will make things better
@@soraia_4383 how does whining and complaining help?
Trevor Noah waving the South African flag internationally, you make us proud homeboy ❤🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦💯
He is waving the Motherland, Africa flag.😀😃
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I understand how you feel, He represents Africa well. I am from Nigeria.He is such a beautiful soul.
Thanks!
Thanks so much for your support!
I've not avoided Trevor Noah and the Daily Show, but this is the longest time I have listened to his opinions and thoughts. I already knew he was intellectually intelligent; it is refreshing that he is also emotionally intelligent.
This!!!
Same here 🥺🥹😇😇
So good to hear Trevor acknowledge that nobody gets success all by themselves; they have people behind them to support them.
This is a concept that I find difficult to convince some younger generations in individualistic societies. Not just successes, of course, but that you're also shaped by foundations or lack thereof, built by generations before that have long passed. Something like the existence of labour laws, how the song "Cat's in the Cradle" struck the heart of many when it was out, and how they are now still eating the fruit from that movement. The people who influences you are not just those in your immediate contact, but a whole army from the past to the present and we, living in the present, is influencing those in the future.
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Such as the many other comedians who Trevor stole most of his jokes from. This is his guilty concience speaking, just like his depression.
@Krook : You are on a mission to lie and destroy Trevor with your comment that you repeat everywhere. Find peace in your hart for your self.
@@jassbass8153 Yes I am. Because Trevor is a liar, who did a lot of damage to our societies with his lies.
Trevor helped me understand how hyper-alert I was as a child and WHY.
I could hear when my father downshifted 1/4 mile away! I was able to read his mood to sense whether he was approachable.
Steven's mention of being able to identify feelings in a relationship and correlate it to childhood feelings blew me away! Some of the men I've dated were just like my father, AND I've felt fear and anxiety around them.
This episode has been extremely therapeutic for me.
Tysm!
I'm just 2-minutes and 42 seconds into watching this, and I have the BIGGEST SMILE on my face seeing the two of you together! PROPS, guys - PROPS!
This is arguably the best episode I have ever watched in this show. Trevor's intellect is shocking. He's quite smart, the way he answers every question is really astounding. The wisdom too is mind blowing. Like I really did go to therapy today. Steve thank you
He has always seemed to be an impressive guy and very good professional but until this interveiw I had no clue he is an Apartheid kid. That's very interesting and eye opening to learn about him. Just like me he was a child born during the collapse of an opressive political regime. Very interesting thing to learn about him that kind of puts his professional life into perspective and allows people who have always admired him in a way to see him in a new light.
@@agatastaniak7459please read his book. Born A Crime. Listen to it as he reads it. I didn’t know he had another book out so I just ordered it.
@@agatastaniak7459you really should read his book "born a crime" it's one of my favorites autobiographical stories littered with wisdom and humor
Why is his intellect “shocking”? Being host of The Daily Show required intellect.
It's strange but it is comforting to know that there are more people like me with hypersensitivity. He is literally describing me.
Same I feel so seen and I appreciate Trevor for this reason, he explained it very well
Me too
He didnt feel any sensitivity when he joke abt trump with fake news fact.
@@Ian-hn8tygo away trumpist
The weather is always nice above the clouds. But if I were a bird I’d go dancing in the thunderstorm. I’d fly across the clouds just like light. I’d listen to the symphony of the thunders under the rain. (Zaho de Sagazan - Symphonie des éclairs).
Ive never heard this ‘spidey-sense’ feeling explained so well…recognize the signs…finding patterns… seeing every tiny hand movement…i always knew i wasnt crazy but it feels good to know im not unique
I am exactly the same. I don’t know if it is a gift or a curse if I am honest
@ its both…i hate crowds…too many ppl to “need” to watch and im violent if pushed…not a good combo
This episode feels like a conversation between two friends. Sharing experiences and highlighting parts of one another’s lives that impacted them most. Amazing chemistry between the two of you. Love this ❤
You took the words off my mind!! Well said ❤️
Such a beautiful dance ❤
It was a pleasure watching the two of them have heart to heart conversation. ❤
You mean they arent friends?????? Kidding ;) Steven does it Always with the best guests - Africa, Glucose Goddess, James Sexton, i Always felt they are kinship
You don't cease to make us proud as south Africans
No matter how much attention deficiency I have, when it's Trevor, I'm hooked. Im very devoted
Same here. I love his brain and his mouth.
Same here! Love him.
Came here to listen for half an hour and stayed 2.5 hours 😂
@@srzrochy oh man. And it flies quick. I play/listen to Beinf Black in America as a timer. It's exactly 1hr long. And the funny thing is that I still laugh as if it's my first time each time. Absolutely 👌
Trevor is such an eloquent speaker with such a strong grip on human psychology and philosophy. Never seen this side of him! Thoroughly enjoyed this convo
Thank you, Steven and your staff
Nah hes not. He is a cheat and a thief. He steals jokes from others. Trevor is a disgusting garbage person.
Trevor is one of my favourite celebrity in d world. Intelligent, insightful and humble human being. I enjoyed every moment
Struck by so many levels of similarity between the host and the guest! 😊💪
That is exactly 💯 what I was thinking!
Interesting... I noticed the differences. Trevor is a 'people' guy and Steven feels most himself when he's alone. Both are deep thinkers and emotionally expressive tho.
Agreed❤
Two dudes that are *excellent* at asking and answering questions. So articulate!
Me too
trevor noah doing serious deep talks instead of comedy is a refreshing shift.
When did he ever do comedy?
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@@Chag69420 He was never funny
@@bobjones8632 stop hating Trevor dude..he doesn't have a show now ..Americans pls stop hating him ..he is human bro 😢❤
He was never a comedian
One of the things I love about Trevor is that he is relatable, and it doesn't even feel like he is trying (unlike most famous people).
Thank you to Steve for having him on your show.
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Thank you so much Trevor for opening up to us to learn from your experience. Also I would like to appreciate the host for giving the chance to your guest to speak without interrupting as most hosts do but rather calm and being great listener. Thank you both!!
Trevor has an incredibly beautiful mind. He speaks so eloquently. Loved listening to this!
With too many young men struggling to find real role models Steven and Trevor are the real deal. I would love for these two and a few other real men host a talk that addresses issues of connection and what being a man means today. Great podcast Steven.
There is nothing "role model" about Trevor Noah.
@@LordRykard9376 I guess that depends on your definition of role model.
Could be he meant qualities like authenticity esp on side of men..which is rare due to Men's ego and denial or even shying away from expressing their emotions genuinely. And I would mean this in a sense of being willing to genuinely seek help or support rather than keep quiet and depression hits and the next thing is the skyrocketing suicides. We are so protected. And it's high time we start thinking this way.
Peace to all. And much respect to all. I guess we are in the time of emotions and feelings due to how comfortable life has became. I think that the problem is the break down of families that's all. Both of these men are gay I believe and so yes it is easy for them to be like this and that's why you see so many women in the comments. They can relate naturally. Men are naturally fighting or building. Just what we do. The problem with our world is the advanced state of technology. It is displacing men. What the women do is a choice. Work or play. Mom or career. Nothing wrong with it, it's just what it is. Men do not well really people as a whole do not do things just to do it. Those that do are rare therefore are special. This is way women get burnt out after years of working just to work. Men get burnt out of years chasing women. Money gets old. Everybody talks about connecting,lol. You suppose to connect with your family. So we tear down families or choose not to have any and then wonder the world looking for friends( a substitute for family). These to men in the video are not talking about what is really going on. We are looking at the fall of a society. That's all. Everybody scared to state the obvious. We are trying to bandage our way out of it and no it will continue to side. All society goes through this and all end the same. It is not really anyone's fault just what happens when you can think about so more than having children, getting married,sitting with your grandkids ect. See the problem with some men not all because the things these two state that are problems with men I never seen in men I have been around. I question who are these men hanging around? Me and the men who I have had as friends or mentors sit around and chat alot. Maybe not as soft spoken or well spoken as these two but we do.
@@mwalimumartin101I agree and disagree, just like the statement above maybe for some men, other might just be ok. The power of self is like no other and sometime a person just need to stand up. That's all. Many do not like to hear this because it is simple. Not interesting. I guess this is were we as men are separated and some raise and others fall.
I wish my husband spoke with his friends like this.....what an example of how guys should feel comfortable communicating with each other!
Please stop! You are undermining your own relationship without even realizing it!
Yeah you value his friends more than your husband..
I agree, I wish my partner had positive male friends around him that encourages openness and growth rather than toxic masculinity. He’s wonderful when he can be, but toxic people can really impact you negatively if you allow it or have no self worth, or if they don’t let you be yourself
They don’t have enough depth with each other and I find that to be sad.
@@Chunkybungus The amount of influence that social media has on women and their relationships is tragically enormous!! You all come here and see a small snippet of other people's lives and suddenly the relationships you have look like a dump. No wonder so many young women are initiating divorce and living miserable lives because you expect everything in your lives to be as "perfect" as you see on social media. It's so stupid!!!
Trevor has me in tears at 9:00 a.m. I have been blessed listening to both Steve and Trevor this morning. So happy I listened to the whole show. I have marked to register again.
This hits me hard. My life had been spiraling downward for who knows how long. Two weeks ago I hit a point where I knew I really needed to make a change. I had suspected I had ADHD for a while, but I didn't want to take meds, thought I could manage. Well, I was not managing. At least not on the inside. On the surface I was a successful, well educated, fit man in his 30s. Got officially diagnosed and started meds a week and a half ago. Holy shit. Took one pill to knock me out of my depression. Life is all of a sudden on easy mode. Getting myself to do work just happens. Cleaning up my place just happens. Working out feels good again like it did 10 years ago in my 20s. I'm doing the things I've been meaning to do for years but just couldn't get out of my head enough to do them. I'm able to eat with intention and not emotionally. The constant urge of wanting to get fucked up, drunk, high, w/e, is gone. I am amazed at the compensatory mechanisms I have developed in my life to survive for this long. Mental health is no joke, sometimes your brain is damaged or just isn't genetically wired to excel in your environment. Don't be afraid to get the help you need, life is too short!
Getting the diagnosis is walking through a door, even before getting the first med. I was 51 when I got mine 25 years ago. Very glad for you.
What meds were they that helped ?
So, a few things to talk about the neuroscience. I only learned these recently.
1) adhd causes anxiety. Because low dopamine causes low norepinephrine (also called noradrenaline) and a symptom of being low on noradrenaline is anxiety.
2) your body uses norepinephrine and serotonin for a lot more than your brain chemistry, I've seen both involved in seasonal allergies, pain, and sleep. But I first went down this path because nortryptaline was prescribed to me for my digestive issues.
3) so as you get older you get more responsibilities, more aches and pains, and worse digestion, which is why it felt easier in your 20s.
4) to answer the question, the specific meds you need depends on who you are. I do fabulously on nonstimulant meds like strattera, nortryptaline causes emotional blunting so I need a higher dose of straterra. But stimulant meds can have similar effects. What I like about strattera in particular is that it goes straight for the anxiety, whereas stimulant meds go straight for the focusing part. Anything that has serotonin will help with depression regardless of source, but recent research shows most people can't be on serotonin for long without getting a med induced emotional blunting/depression. (This seems to be because serotonin mostly helps the brain learn to cope with stress and once that learning happens you don't need as much serotonin)
@@steggopotamus Thanks
@steggopotamus I'm really glad you're feeling better! Life getting harder with more responsibilities really resonated with me.
This honest, probing, respectful conversation between two men capable of truly listening, reflecting & sharing authentically is such a gift to us all. Thank you Steven & Trevor - just beautiful.
As a 31 year old woman who got diagnosed with ADHD at 29, has suffered from anxiety & depression her whole life, it’s interviews like this that make me feel like I’m not alone. I too come from a country with a lot of problems and grew up in an unprivileged world post-war. It’s interesting how I never thought me and a celebrity from across the world would have so much in common.
As you said ppl from across the world can have similar experiences.
I am 29 right now... Just got diagnosed after finding out on my own that i had ADHD and struggling to find experts to confirm it...
All my life I had to bury all of my anxiety & depression to put up a front. I was a man i had to BE strong... I had a bad physical disability so i could not burden others by being anxious and depressed...
It was not sustainable ahahah.
Right now despite having suffered professional and social setbacks from the undiagnosed ADHD i have never been happier...
I am getting treatment via Ritalin and it is working VERY well... I feel like i can do SO MUCH more...
cheers from 34 yo who find out about all of that 5 months ago. From perspective of time, ADHD ruined my life (university time especially as life experience). Lucky to be affected by small short depression episode. Plus I had luck to meet my best friend 2 years ago via tinder. Good stuff.
I can't stop watching Trevor's comedy, but even more listening to him wax poetic about life. What a brain inside such a talented young man.
Trevor has just given the most accurate description of _my_ experience of depression that I have ever heard. I never really associated it with my ADHD (also adult diagnosed, about 6 years ago) but the way he explains it makes so much sense. I'm going to share this with my friends and family. Thank you for having this conversation so that we all benefit from it.
l couldn't agree with you more! l'm 75 and was treated for depression much of my life - l requested l be looked at for ADHD and was diagnosed about 10 years ago. l know more about it than my psychiatrist, sadly. Trevor is fabulous! l feel it helps those of us who have ADHD and brings awareness to others.
Isolation and solitude 😢
My mother hated conflict, worried and tried to please everyone, so self sacrificing, I grew up seeing how it effected her firsthand and what I've learnt is my hypersensitivity and senses now are derived from me developing those attributes to protect her. Definitely a gift and a curse
"The things we've done are not done alone". I say this often. Listening to Trevor is a WOW factor of his recognition of love and the importance of people.
I could listen to Trevor talk forever! He is so interesting, smart, and authentic!
How was this over 2 1/2 hours long! Felt like it flew by.
Trevor is an amazing human-his mother-simply out of this world! We need more Trevors, and even more Patricias! 💛
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, steve_porassss . I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place.
Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac.
He's constantly talking about killing someone.
He's violent. Anyone reading this
Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
Is he on instagram?
Yes he is steve_porassss.
Trevor Noah is incredibly articulate, such a profound conversation.
What an amazing interview! Many many gems 💯