Did your doctor actually suggest you stop the antidepressants, or is this just something you’ve decided on your own? They don't just target depression, you know. There are plenty of other medications out there that might actually be more appropriate for what you're going through. By the way, just to make things easier on us, what kind of art do you do? How active are you in that scene? Is it your full-time career or more of a hobby? And, perhaps more importantly, what do you actually do for a living? Are you even happy with your line of work?
ironrider11 said:So, why aren't you asking him? You're using this fancy, hollow way of talking that could be a whole essay, but you're dodging the point. If you really wanted to know... if something or someone reminds you of that, or those, or... it doesn't make it true. It’s lazy to just pigeonhole people like that. You think you've got them figured out, but you're probably just projecting. It's nothing more than some mental masturbation to feed your own ego while you sit up there in your little ivory tower. Shitting on everything from a height doesn't make you smart, it just makes you a loser living in a fantasy you built yourself. Maybe not every "quality" thing is actually high quality...
What does my random rambling have to do with some "established artist"? Did I ever claim to be an artist with a degree or whatever? If I don't have the credentials, am I supposed to just shut up, stay humble, and be grateful that some jerk sitting in a high position is deigning to grace me with his bullshit? Waving a diploma around like it makes him authentic. Or maybe it's just a signal that he's done talking crap and is moving on to wiping his ass. With that paper. Waste of good wood. Too much drama, even for me...
Is that freaking Pedobear on your avatar?
You could have said all that in two sentences. Like everyone else on this thread, I offered my own take: that a person can partially believe they are sick and decide they can—perhaps even must—work on themselves. A doctor or a pill won't solve everything; I know that from experience. And getting lost in "art," if we want to be optimistic, isn't exactly great for the psyche either. Ultimately, sometimes you need someone to come along and pop your bubble. Again, speaking from experience. But people come here just to hear their own thoughts echoed back to them, and if they don't get that validation, they start spitting venom. It's unrealistic to think anyone can actually help. Just empty slogans.
As for art, yeah, if you don't have the training, you're mostly just talking nonsense. Having a foundation in history and comparative study is essential to being an artist. Solid technical skill is the most important thing; it's the line that separates a theorist from someone who actually has the ability to create. Without the skill, the theory is worth zero anywhere in the world. Sure, you can call it a hobby, but these grand speeches about "artistic character" while drawing parallels to self-destruction are honestly laughable. You all are so romantic about your idea of art, it’s almost sweet.😁
That's not a creep on the avatar; it's just some random guy in a top hat and a monocle.👍
ironrider11 said:So an Artist has to be "highly educated" and "relevant" just to be taken seriously? Or accepted by the academy? I know this guy who's a total wreck, maybe maxed out at a high school diploma. Not even trying to hide it, sometimes he's got it, sometimes he doesn't. Who knows. But one thing's for sure—when he's dialed in and focused on his glasswork, it’s breathtaking. Meanwhile, the masses of "educated" and "relevant" snobs mostly just talk a big game about their "artistic passion," which tells us absolutely nothing. History is full of screw-ups who left behind incredible work despite being complete messes... Don't be so judgmental, Alexander Williams512...
Well, I’d actually love to hear more about his creative process. I'll admit, I wrote him off pretty quickly, but he reminds me far too much of those self-proclaimed artists. Art is a craft; you do it, and you learn it. Your take on art is also a bit romanticized, if you ask me. To put it bluntly, your random string of words is nonsense. If Slamnig had written the same thing, people would call it postmodern poetry with layers of influence and endless interpretations. That’s only because he was an established poet with a degree in literature, whereas you aren't (I assume 🤣)
Honestly, we’re all just at the mercy of these self-proclaimed artists. Their logic is always the same: first, I'll act eccentric and unhinged, and then the actual skill will just magically manifest itself. It’s a pattern. These young artists... maybe once they realize this is actually a job—once they realize you have to bleed for it to gain any real education or relevance in any field—and once they stop looking at death and madness through such a romanticized lens, then perhaps things might actually change.
Emily Rivera45 said:I'm not sure what you mean. I'm terrified to try because when I fail, I go from feeling like life isn't worth living to feeling like I shouldn't exist at all, just because I feel so incompetent for this world. And maybe there's a tiny bit of comfort in never trying or never going somewhere, because then you get to hold onto that hope that things will be better once you finally find the courage to move... As long as you don't try, that hope stays alive...
I made it very clear that I am NOT interested in your responses, so just leave this thread alone. I don't know why you're obsessing over me or stalking my posts like some kind of psycho... Don't harass me, don't reply to this, just act like a normal person and leave me in peace...
So, who's this? Some self-diagnosed patient and an even more delusional artist. You’re still living in your little soap bubble, I suppose. Don't worry; maybe someone on this forum will give you the time of day, but in the real world, you'll just keep being ignored. Enjoy yourself.👍
I just spent some time catching up on your other threads. Regarding health: either you commit to getting better or you just let yourself wither away. It’s a brutal reality, but you have to take action. If you don't actually want to improve, then honestly, forget it—you don't deserve anything better. You can't act like someone who isn't in control of their own life; you need to be able to step back and look at things objectively. Maybe it's okay for someone to just tell you that straight up. We all have our own battles to fight, and I won't even mention how many people here are dealing with much heavier issues while putting in an incredible amount of effort.
Facing the truth is always step one 😁 If you don't see anything resembling genuine advice in my other posts—just some semi-serious generalizations stemming from that first point—then I suppose it shouldn't surprise me that you struggle to connect with people... So, what kind of work are you actually looking to get into?
No matter how you slice it, you can't fight for self-improvement if you don't actually want it. If someone isn't planning on taking matters into their own hands, they really ought to see a doctor. And if they refuse even that? Well, there's nothing else to be done, I guess. People dealing with schizophrenia need to actually consent to treatment—to genuinely want to get better—because you can't force anyone to do it, and to me, that seems like a much bigger hurdle than some supposed existential crisis. That sounds like: "I know I have a problem, but it hurts too much to fix." There might be a bit of truth to the idea that people "fear" getting better because staying sick gives them a perfect excuse for everything they do. But I won't digress too much; I’d suggest Emily Rivera45 seek out some professional help and avoid experimenting with opioids if at all possible.
Laura Jones56 said:I'm not entirely sure. My initial reaction to your first post was mostly because you seemed to rely so heavily on stereotypes—shoving everything into these rigid little categories. You adopt this somewhat patronizing tone, acting as though you've already mastered life while anyone who hasn't is just some naive kid. Honestly, this whole persona of the wannabe, the "special snowflake," or the edgy rebel—it’s just typical behavior from older folks who are currently stuck in a cycle of doomism, and it really gets under my skin. It's that air of intellectual superiority, where people assume everyone else is an idiot just for being different. It's almost like saying, "Kid, you have no idea how the real world works, so just stay quiet." To be honest, those types of attitudes irritate me even more than the actual disoriented teenagers themselves. I did write a post earlier clarifying that I see him as younger and that this is all likely just part of growing up, but I don't approach it with your level of cynicism. There's a difference between observing growth and dismissing it as "immature stupidity" or thinking one is uniquely special.
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It all stands there. I've dealt with people who have been through hell and back and immediately dismiss "childish problems" with a wave of the hand. Also, speaking from experience, while psychiatric help is important, it's equally vital to actually want to move forward and work on oneself. And this guy didn't seem to have any intention of doing either... Whether this whole situation is just a product of boredom and social stagnation or a genuine issue is something we probably won't figure out through an online forum. I think most would agree that it's better to encourage someone to try finding their own way first, rather than jumping straight to psychotherapy and medication if there's any other option.
The guy clearly struggles with social skills. He didn't lay everything out on the table, but I suspect his real issue might just be a profound sense of boredom in his life.🤷
Laura Jones56 said:Oh my god, what a disaster, haha
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I’m glad you finally decided to step forward. Just another self-proclaimed urban explorer looking for deep meaning—basically a philosopher with a high school diploma, at best. 🤣
Dear artists, you remind me of those young creatives who seem obsessed with playing the victim, acting as if being miserable and broken is some kind of aesthetic choice. They treat mental illness like a trendy accessory—something to make them feel special or different from the crowd. Honestly, trying to project that kind of manufactured elitism just comes off as pathetic to me. The last artist I knew who leaned into that whole persona was barely seventeen. And what about experimenting with drugs? Is that also considered "cool"? Why even mess around with that if you can't handle the consequences? If you had ever actually witnessed the reality of true mental illness, you’d be grateful for your sanity instead of trying to "summon" it for the sake of an image. Go hang out with friends, find a girl, get some exercise, and see how much better life feels. It’s really not that complicated.
Dana Anderson4 said:Well, maybe you didn't hear it, but you definitely read it.👍 I think this whole narrative surrounding Glam Rock has always been a bit forced. In my view, T. Rex, Duran Duran, and even David Bowie could have functioned perfectly fine without all that flamboyant excess. If we look back from today's perspective, their musicality is actually quite distinct—perhaps even more different from one another than they are from artists of that era who had nothing to do with the Glam image (like Iggy Pop or Lou Reed, for instance, if you consider how much later historical revisions tried to shoehorn them into that category—maybe due to some Velvet Goldmine influence?). Take a band like Slade, for example. And if someone argues that strict Glam Rock is represented by Gary Glitter, then we’re already bordering on caricature, aren't we? That was my point regarding the soundtrack; the music is good, but it’s intentionally wrapped in that specific style, which feels almost like a certain camp aesthetic... blah blah.🙂
I partially agree.
I would argue that the term "Glam" is often used more as a chronological marker rather than a true genre definition... That said, I can't deny that everyone involved contributed to a sort of rock 'n' roll revival. You also have those subcultural elements creeping in, like the fresh take on sexuality, the fashion, and the makeup.😁
I’m currently hunting for CDs by Interpol, Editors, The Pixies, and Jose Gonzalez—and I’m strictly sticking to physical discs. I’m also on the lookout for Japanese imports; honestly, any albums would be welcome at this point. 😁
Greetings. I’m looking to pick up a printer for home use—mostly just churning through documents, though I might print out a photo every now and then. To be honest, I don't know much about this stuff, so I suppose I could use some advice from those who do. My budget is sitting around $333. One thing that matters to me is keeping the cost of ink relatively low. I’ve been looking at the Pixma G series where you refill the tanks directly; does that actually mean I can just grab cheap third-party ink bottles, or am I stuck buying expensive branded stuff? Also, I'd definitely want WiFi capability.
I’m currently looking to pick up some Beatles 09 remastered albums, the Pink Floyd 2012 Remaster, and some box sets from The Doors and Bob Dylan. I am also interested in finding works by Franz Ferdinand, Sonic Youth, Pixies, David Bowie, Lou Reed, The Velvet Underground, The Clash, and the Sex Pistols.
I suppose there isn't much left to say about the current state of affairs. It feels like we're just circling the drain at this point, doesn't it? Everything is increasingly fragmented, and honestly, I find the whole spectacle rather exhausting. Maybe that's just my outlook, though. I tend to view these things through a somewhat jaded lens, I guess. Regardless, I'll be here, watching the slow decay of whatever standards we once held dear. kaže: It isn't really about whether the performers were high quality or not. It’s more about how we used to consume information versus how we do now. People like Bob Dylan, The Beatles, or The Doors are considered icons today, but maybe that's not necessarily because their music was uniquely genius. It might just be because everyone listened to them. Back then, there wasn't much choice. If you had a situation where the news was served to you on a major network like ABC at a specific time, and a few select newspapers were all reporting on the exact same things, the media influence was massive. It created a perfect environment for building these legends around rock stars. I guess when everyone is looking at the same thing at once, myths are bound to happen.
In an era where we have a constant 24-hour news cycle and instant access to just about any piece of information we desire, it’s almost baffling how some things remain completely out of reach. I guess you'd think nothing would be impossible anymore, but maybe that's just wishful thinking.
It seems like today's charts are completely dominated by pop artists, whereas back in the 80s, rock music still held that primary spot. I guess you just aren't a fan of pop? Maybe that's the case. 😁