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As someone who's been waiting 2+ hours for my roomate to return so I can eat the leftovers in the fridge, this is just what I needed to hear. I don't need to wait and now I am not only happy, but full of pizza 😌
Gosh, I love your videos. It is always a nice break from the mindless media normally consumed. It really scratches an itch in the back of my mind that wants to hear thoughtful commentary. Thank you making these videos. Plus your voice is really soothing. :)
'None of the characters in Waiting for Godot have a meaningful purpose. Waiting for Godot might seem to give Vladimir and Estragon a purpose, but the fact that Godot never arrives renders their waiting meaningless' I wrote a paper on this play once and it was really depressing, you start questioning your entire existence after reading this play. You covered this topic really well, loved it! ❤️
The video I didn't know I needed. I truly never understood why I felt so depressed from too much freedom when I was always waiting for it. And maybe this explains that getting everything we've ever wanted makes us feel empty.
I've grappled with this idea for a while, and after university, it took me longer than a year to really get back to the rhythms of habit. Things are starting to feel more cohesive yet again. As for the frustration we experience whenever we're met by the unexpected, or the absurd, I like to use the Stoic practice of negative visualization to counteract it. It really helps! On a side note, grammarly saved my ass as well during my final semester in uni haha. So many essay deadlines!
Thank you so much for this video! I am grateful for this little pocket of time and space, the in between of point A and B, that little moment filled with mundane little things such as reading a book, drinking a glass of water, going in for a walk, and/or etc. Maybe waiting is just another point of view on the appreciation of the journey more than the destination. The knowing that you already have what you’re waiting for so what’s left is to just be.
THANK YOU!! I’ve always had this weird thing where too much free time during vacations gave me such existential depression and anxiety about death. But this video gives me hope. It’s ok to have nothing to do. I think capatlism really drove forth the narrative of “monetizing your time” with the ideal being productivity 24/7. But not only is that unhealthy and impossible, it literally defies the purpose of freedom.
I read the play a few months back. I really enjoyed it. I have pondered over the idea of us humans waiting. I sure wait for the best time to do things and it's painful. Waiting for something great to happen and once something as such has come to pass I wait for the next best thing to happen. I guess that's what is life is about
"There is neither happiness nor misery in the world; there is only the comparison of one state with another, nothing more. He who has felt the deepest grief is best able to experience supreme happiness. We must have felt what it is to die, Morrel, before we can appreciate the enjoyments of life. "Live, then, and be happy, beloved children of my heart, and never forget, that until the day when God deigns to reveal the future to man, all human wisdom is contained in these two words,--- "Wait and hope." -Edmond Dantes, The Count of Monte Cristo
Amazing essay per usual! This time was something pretty relatable as I always feel like life is a constant “chasing for something” and when you’re not, it’s just not a good thing. A great reminder that you don’t have to constantly chase for something and can start learning to face the intervals between moments instead and live in the now.
I am in love with the presentation of this video. The light cinematography draw me into the setting immediately, to where when the discussion really got started, I felt like I was in your office, immersed as you give your insightful as always exploration of ideas ^_^ Compliments to the chef!
Dzogchen meditation in particular seems to help with removing that tendency to wait and anticipate good "things" coming. It really makes you find peace with: "This Is It"
“Enough, I said to myself. Just go. When you’re on your deathbed you’re gonna wish you could get back all the time you spent waiting for other people.” -David Wong
Fantastic! Thank you! I really enjoy hearing your smart thoughts about a book. Waiting is indeed painful. What keeps me going, is hope, and doing the best I can while hoping, and trusting in God.
esse est percipi - thanks for the video, I'm actually writing my final paper for uni on Endgame, have been thinking about all of this almost a worrying amount... but it is comforting
No one is making videos like him on such intense tropics in literature:// this channel needs more love than it's already getting. Good wishes to Waldun :^)
Isn't it exactly that which is the essence that pierces through all of Beckett's work: Godot, Happy Days, Endgame. The inability or unwillingness to confront and to face the truth, to face the silence. There is never silence in Beckett, always talking (Too much talking). There is nothing interesting about the ''Concept of waiting'' it is merely the set-up which serves as the gilt frame the artist works within. We have a series of characters they are all pretentious, horrible people - Why do they not move? Why are they stuck, because they ''Cannot''. Beckett is woven into the modern tragedy, his plays are tragedies - They express our inability to change or to move forward or to confess or to confront - The exact core that defines our postmodern society. Everything is twisted, everything is not as it seems - Dormant and demystified and devoid of hope for future civilization.
We feel this way because we were designed and created for communion with God. That's found through repentance and trust in Jesus Christ, getting to know Him through His Word, and looking forward to being with Him forever when He returns to judge this world. The things of this world never fully or permanently satisfy, because we were not created for this world. Only Jesus Christ will satisfy. He is for whom we ultimately wait. Psalm 39:7 “And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you."
i've been waiting to get into my dream college but waiting for it is exciting bcz everday when i study for it it sort of brings me closer to it ... anyways loved the video
As a fellow philosopher student (hopefully PhD soon) I really enjoy your content and appreciate your work on it and you studies. f I ever were to marry (and I don't think so) Id like to find a guy similar to you.
My favourite play of all time… hey, on a side note, can you do an analysis of The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman? My fave short story. Would love to hear your thoughts on it & even the whole Victorian era of rest cure etc
If you’re interested in thinking more about habit I recommend looking into John Dewey’s work. American philosophy is so neglected, and he’s one of the greats!
Hey robin, in case if you have seen this comments, how about on the next video , talk about this anime titled ‘Monster’? I think as a literature major, this anime will be lotsa interesting!
If we are waiting on worldly things to be the thing that finally gives us rest, we will never be satisfied and has to chase a new desire. But Christ can give us an eternal rest that won't be disturbed by anything. Once we test life with Jesus, it will be the final thing we will want to test and pursue. John 4 13 Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: 14 But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
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Would you mind do a review of my poetry book? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Everyone who is also waiting for someone or something to happen, stay strong soldiers.
thanks bro...
"Treat these periods of waiting with a healthier mindset." Thank you I needed that.
As someone who's been waiting 2+ hours for my roomate to return so I can eat the leftovers in the fridge, this is just what I needed to hear. I don't need to wait and now I am not only happy, but full of pizza 😌
Gosh, I love your videos. It is always a nice break from the mindless media normally consumed. It really scratches an itch in the back of my mind that wants to hear thoughtful commentary. Thank you making these videos. Plus your voice is really soothing. :)
'None of the characters in Waiting for Godot have a meaningful purpose. Waiting for Godot might seem to give Vladimir and Estragon a purpose, but the fact that Godot never arrives renders their waiting meaningless' I wrote a paper on this play once and it was really depressing, you start questioning your entire existence after reading this play.
You covered this topic really well, loved it! ❤️
Would love to read your paper
The video I didn't know I needed. I truly never understood why I felt so depressed from too much freedom when I was always waiting for it. And maybe this explains that getting everything we've ever wanted makes us feel empty.
I love how his shooting/editing/talking style evolves with every video. I am indeed proud of him.
I've grappled with this idea for a while, and after university, it took me longer than a year to really get back to the rhythms of habit. Things are starting to feel more cohesive yet again. As for the frustration we experience whenever we're met by the unexpected, or the absurd, I like to use the Stoic practice of negative visualization to counteract it. It really helps!
On a side note, grammarly saved my ass as well during my final semester in uni haha. So many essay deadlines!
Thank you so much for this video! I am grateful for this little pocket of time and space, the in between of point A and B, that little moment filled with mundane little things such as reading a book, drinking a glass of water, going in for a walk, and/or etc. Maybe waiting is just another point of view on the appreciation of the journey more than the destination. The knowing that you already have what you’re waiting for so what’s left is to just be.
THANK YOU!! I’ve always had this weird thing where too much free time during vacations gave me such existential depression and anxiety about death. But this video gives me hope. It’s ok to have nothing to do. I think capatlism really drove forth the narrative of “monetizing your time” with the ideal being productivity 24/7. But not only is that unhealthy and impossible, it literally defies the purpose of freedom.
Great points. Thanks for your insight. ❤️
Absolutely incredible. Thank you so so much. You have no idea how much sense you made... Perfect sense
I read the play a few months back. I really enjoyed it. I have pondered over the idea of us humans waiting. I sure wait for the best time to do things and it's painful. Waiting for something great to happen and once something as such has come to pass I wait for the next best thing to happen. I guess that's what is life is about
Intresting how you said we tend to get mad if someone scratches our car or does not get out food order right
"To love is so short, to wait is so long."
-Pablo Neruda
This is spectacular. Editing and style is so impressive as well. Thank you for sharing!
We appreciate your analysis. It’s well put together. We hope to see you succeed further along the way.
Your videos keep getting better and better. Keep it up!
"There is neither happiness nor misery in the world; there is only the comparison of one state with another, nothing more. He who has felt the deepest grief is best able to experience supreme happiness. We must have felt what it is to die, Morrel, before we can appreciate the enjoyments of life.
"Live, then, and be happy, beloved children of my heart, and never forget, that until the day when God deigns to reveal the future to man, all human wisdom is contained in these two words,--- "Wait and hope." -Edmond Dantes, The Count of Monte Cristo
Amazing essay per usual! This time was something pretty relatable as I always feel like life is a constant “chasing for something” and when you’re not, it’s just not a good thing. A great reminder that you don’t have to constantly chase for something and can start learning to face the intervals between moments instead and live in the now.
I am in love with the presentation of this video. The light cinematography draw me into the setting immediately, to where when the discussion really got started, I felt like I was in your office, immersed as you give your insightful as always exploration of ideas ^_^ Compliments to the chef!
Great video it really puts in perspective my patience’s with myself and others🙌
Dzogchen meditation in particular seems to help with removing that tendency to wait and anticipate good "things" coming. It really makes you find peace with: "This Is It"
“Enough, I said to myself. Just go. When you’re on your deathbed you’re gonna wish you could get back all the time you spent waiting for other people.” -David Wong
Fantastic! Thank you! I really enjoy hearing your smart thoughts about a book. Waiting is indeed painful. What keeps me going, is hope, and doing the best I can while hoping, and trusting in God.
esse est percipi - thanks for the video, I'm actually writing my final paper for uni on Endgame, have been thinking about all of this almost a worrying amount... but it is comforting
I love your channel immensely, thank you for this!
While watching this video, I kept thinking of what you said in ‘Why is boredom so uncomfortable?’. This felt like a crossover episode.
Your videos are high quality material to use for procrastination purposes. Thank you!
I liked the video very much. You seem to choose topics that enliven the conversation with our own conscience. Congratulations :)
This is so painfully relatable it's funny
Tragicomedy.
Excellent analysis!
These videos will jump to the top of my favorites, above the videos of the pursuit of happiness even '-'
No one is making videos like him on such intense tropics in literature:// this channel needs more love than it's already getting. Good wishes to Waldun :^)
I needed this.
Isn't it exactly that which is the essence that pierces through all of Beckett's work: Godot, Happy Days, Endgame. The inability or unwillingness to confront and to face the truth, to face the silence. There is never silence in Beckett, always talking (Too much talking). There is nothing interesting about the ''Concept of waiting'' it is merely the set-up which serves as the gilt frame the artist works within. We have a series of characters they are all pretentious, horrible people - Why do they not move? Why are they stuck, because they ''Cannot''. Beckett is woven into the modern tragedy, his plays are tragedies - They express our inability to change or to move forward or to confess or to confront - The exact core that defines our postmodern society.
Everything is twisted, everything is not as it seems - Dormant and demystified and devoid of hope for future civilization.
Nice work on this one. I started imagining Beckett in conversation with Lacan after finishing this.
You'll get that text, trust, always! (in the good sense).
Thank you so much for this interesting video and for sharing your thoughts!
THANK YOU!
lovely video and topic as always! also the thumbnail is so pretty
Please continue to make videos on learning life lessons from literature. I love this.
Next episode is on the anxiety of love. :) I’m very excited to work on it.
For 2 years, the whole world waited.
I really adore this video
Love you Waldun.
I love your content, please keep doing more
Loved this essay!
Omg I'm so early right now, never been this early to your vids 🥺 love your style btw
I was just reading "The theatre of absurd" Where this play showed up. i was just gonna search for it, couldn't be more perfect timing.
We feel this way because we were designed and created for communion with God. That's found through repentance and trust in Jesus Christ, getting to know Him through His Word, and looking forward to being with Him forever when He returns to judge this world.
The things of this world never fully or permanently satisfy, because we were not created for this world.
Only Jesus Christ will satisfy. He is for whom we ultimately wait.
Psalm 39:7
“And now, O Lord, for what do I wait?
My hope is in you."
Ohhh I loveee thiss
i've been waiting to get into my dream college but waiting for it is exciting bcz everday when i study for it it sort of brings me closer to it ... anyways loved the video
I love you aesthetics. They are so mine.
Waiting... For the next R.C. Waldun video
As a fellow philosopher student (hopefully PhD soon) I really enjoy your content and appreciate your work on it and you studies. f I ever were to marry (and I don't think so) Id like to find a guy similar to you.
My favourite play of all time… hey, on a side note, can you do an analysis of The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman? My fave short story. Would love to hear your thoughts on it & even the whole Victorian era of rest cure etc
Have you considered applying Derrida to Beckett? I have a feeling that his concept of 'hauntology' may be relevant... ;) ;)
I did my graduation paper on the hauntology of Godot. ;)
@@RCWaldun im sure it was H1 worthy!
And it sure was an H1!
I can see some inspiration from Hano. No?
3 years back : The quirky inquirt
2 years back : R.C. Waldun
Now : Robin Waldun
If you’re interested in thinking more about habit I recommend looking into John Dewey’s work. American philosophy is so neglected, and he’s one of the greats!
Hey robin, in case if you have seen this comments, how about on the next video , talk about this anime titled ‘Monster’? I think as a literature major, this anime will be lotsa interesting!
My teacher used your video for a quiz 💀💀💀💀
have i gotten stupid or has his name changed? (rc > robin)
❤❤❤
Have you read Neville Goddard's books/lectures?
We're all waiting for our inevitable death what else is there.
7:54 that's what she said
FiRsT
If we are waiting on worldly things to be the thing that finally gives us rest, we will never be satisfied and has to chase a new desire. But Christ can give us an eternal rest that won't be disturbed by anything. Once we test life with Jesus, it will be the final thing we will want to test and pursue.
John 4
13 Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again:
14 But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
Nothing new here, no offense, read Schopenhauer.
I'm TIRED OF WAITING for my life to get BETTER. All my life IS is EMPTYNESS and IMPOSSIBLE OBSTICALES