Richard White8 said:No one in my immediate or extended family has ever suffered from schizophrenia or psychosis. I developed it out of thin air. Well, not exactly out of thin air—it was more gradual. It started with intense anxiety, social phobia, and a fear of people lasting several years—and then suddenly, the voices and auditory hallucinations arrived. Regarding schizophrenia, hallucinations are the primary symptom, along with disorganized speech. But psychiatric diagnoses aren't like an MRI or a blood test. Multiple psychiatrists can change the diagnosis for a single patient. One will say it is schizophrenia, while another will claim it isn't. There was actually a recent trial involving someone who committed murder under the influence of voices. They conducted a forensic psychiatric evaluation. Psychiatrists fought among themselves. One expert testified that he had diminished capacity; another insisted he didn't. Ultimately, that individual received 25 years in prison for murder. They simply lack a definitive instrument for assessment. Most of what they learn comes from what the patient tells them and what the surrounding environment reveals about their behavior. They observe things through conversation with the patient—how they speak, how they think. The whole thing is built on shaky ground. You could walk into a psychiatrist's office and tell them you suffer from depression, that you can't get out of bed, that you hear voices, and that you want to end your life. They will hand you a diagnosis of severe depressive episode with psychotic symptoms. And a pile of medication. You don't have to take them. You could repeat that you are suffering from depression for ten years straight and apply for Social Security disability benefits. They have no way to measure depression or verify whether the medication is actually working.
That's really interesting. Given everything you now know about schizophrenia, regardless of what doctors officially label it, how would you characterize your own condition? Is it truly that, or something else entirely? To me, it seems like schizophrenia should be strictly hereditary, considering it's a genuine disease that physically alters the brain at an organic level, which means it should be passed down through genetics. Personally, I've never heard of anyone developing schizophrenia just because of anxiety or social phobia. Is it possible you were on some medications that triggered the hallucinations? Or perhaps it was a brief psychotic episode? Were you aware the hallucinations were happening, or did they feel completely real to you? I realize I sound like I'm interrogating you like a psychiatrist, but I'm just genuinely curious.
I don't have any personal connection to schizophrenia myself, but I’ve been curious about the genetics of it lately. Is it always something passed down through the family tree? I'm wondering if anyone here has dealt with a classic progressive case without having any close or even distant relatives who struggled with it. Basically, does it ever just strike out of nowhere? And if it does appear completely out of the blue, would we still technically call it schizophrenia, or is it more likely just an acute episode of psychosis?
Richard White8 said:My psychiatrist also brought up a certain B vitamin. I believe it was B9, but even they aren't entirely certain—it's still on the fringe and not 100% proven. They say the same thing about Omega-3, that it helps with schizophrenia.
I have taken Neurobion, which provides high doses of B6, B9, and B12. However, Neurobion is typically prescribed for neurological nerve disorders rather than mental health issues.
And yes, most recently, my psychiatrist suggested I try curcumin. It is found naturally in turmeric, but curcumin in supplement form is about 185% stronger than the spice itself. I am taking that now.
Even psychiatrists don't have all the answers. As my doctor put it, prescribing medication is like a blindfolded chicken pecking around. You have to try ten different things before one finally hits the mark. Furthermore, my doctor constantly reminds me that medicine, specifically psychiatry, is still a very limited and insufficiently researched field.
Curcumin supplements probably include black pepper or some other additive to boost absorption, since the compound itself is pretty hard for the body to soak up. I remember using turmeric with black pepper back in the day, and it truly was a lifesaver for a nasty, painful inflammatory issue I had in my lower spine. I honestly didn't believe there was anything out there that actually WORKED and provided real relief. Regarding mental health, there's this theory that curcumin works similarly to Eli Lilly, but without the risk of driving someone toward suicidal thoughts (which can be a scary side effect with Eli Lilly). Since it's generally healing for so many different things, I'm not sure if it's used for other mental health aspects beyond potential depression. I do know that Magnesium and B-complex vitamins support the nervous system and likely help stabilize various psychological states by supporting things like myelin sheath production.
I’m certainly no expert on schizophrenia (thank goodness!), but since I saw B-complex mentioned, I thought I’d chime in with a little observation. I’ve heard that B vitamins—especially B-12—can be notoriously difficult for the body to absorb, particularly when they come in pill form. I’ve also heard stories from others who felt a massive difference once they switched to a liquid B-complex, especially when standard tablets just weren't doing the trick. The logic seems to be that a liquid version hits the upper digestive tract and gets absorbed much more efficiently, whereas pills might travel through such a long path that absorption becomes difficult or even impossible by the time they get where they need to go. From what I can tell, you don't see much liquid B-complex available in our local pharmacies here in the States, though they do carry liquid supplements designed for toddlers that contain essentially the same nutritional profile as a full B-complex. I can't recall the specific brand name off the top of my head, but that's just something I picked up while chatting with a pharmacist. I did notice that I occasionally feel a bit more relaxed after drinking some Juicy Fruit flavored electrolyte drinks, which might just be a total coincidence. Looking back, I realized those drinks actually contain a whole B-complex, similar to how Coca-Cola or other fortified sodas work. Whether that sense of relaxation was a genuine effect of the vitamins or just a fluke, I honestly couldn't say for sure. I probably wouldn't recommend them as a primary supplement, though, mainly because of some of the additives used, even if most of the ingredients are naturally derived.
Honestly, just being at a point where you’re actually aware of the things holding you back—and understanding why they're there—is such a massive leap forward. You've already done the hard part. Now, it’s really up to you to step up and advocate for yourself. Don't let anyone push you around or keep you in that submissive role anymore; even if it was something your mother managed to get away with in the past, that's over now. Just be brave and move forward. I'd suggest starting to play around with the 'law of attraction.' In other words, try to catch yourself when you're being self-critical and start thinking about yourself with a bit more kindness. If you can start feeding your subconscious these positive messages about who you are and the impact you have on this world, everything starts to shift.
This movie uses a bit of Christian kitsch to deliver an incredibly positive message wrapped in a heavy subject—losing a loved one, specifically a child. I wasn't quite myself while watching it (I think I was just hungry), so everything hit me a little harder than intended... though the sentimentality was definitely a bit much at times. The core message actually veers away from traditional Christian views, which might be hard for the average person today—someone caught up in frustration, sarcasm, and general cynicism—to swallow. I did appreciate how it highlighted that vicious cycle of evil and how relative everything truly is; once that wheel starts turning, we all end up acting as both judge and executioner to one another. It’s really about forgiveness and stripping away a person's illusions of righteousness. And then there's that eternal question: "Why does God allow this or that?" In reality, God doesn't "allow" anything; we are the ones driving our own actions. Ultimately, the film is a reflection on humanity and all of us. While the lesson clashes with many mainstream Christian perspectives, it does so in such a subtle way that even some very rigid believers probably won't take issue with it. Through its use of biblical figures, it weaves a story about unconditional love and absolute forgiveness. We all tend to have such narrow views of the world, often failing to see past our own egos and the personal delusions we mistake for universal truths. There are people out there who cause suffering or even kill others, all while being convinced they are doing the right thing. I honestly can't even give this a proper rating because I'm torn between my own biases against this style of storytelling and what the film was genuinely trying to communicate. It managed to say a great deal without pointing fingers directly at anyone, yet it made it crystal clear that, far too often, we are our own worst enemies.
Laura Palmer25 said:Can we please move this over to Reddit? Cheers. ☕
Now, don't you dare go talking about Naomi like that... I consider myself her knight in shining armor, and I'll be more than happy to step up and defend her... 🙂
I just love seeing her on screen because she's genuinely beautiful and has such a charming presence. Plus, she’s a fantastic actress. I've realized that some people find her a bit uninspiring... but hey, to each their own.
They really want to push themselves until they're completely burnt out, just so they can convince themselves that all that frantic rushing and constant hustle was actually worth it—even though they completely missed out on actually living life along the way.
Nicole Rodriguez22 said:That is some top-tier self-promotion right there. Honestly, after seeing this, who wouldn't be tempted to click? Just don't go thinking about a pink elephant. Or a slice of cake. By the way, what about those tracks by 👍
😬 I suppose some naive soul out there actually saw a musical Vincent van Gogh in me... though maybe that won't happen until I lop off an ear and kick the bucket.🤣
I want to leave behind a much better world. A world where people actually get to pursue their passions, where things like clean water, nutritious food, and a decent place to live are treated as fundamental human rights, and where we've finally wiped out diseases and put an end to all wars. Now, since I’ve apparently been crowned "Person of the Year" for saying all that, if I’m being totally honest, I wouldn't even want to leave behind my bones. I’d rather just be ashes—the kind that accidentally ends up in someone's batch of cookies because a vegan mistook them for whole wheat flour. And, of course, I’ll also leave behind these wonderfully amateur musical tracks in my signature, which I'm sure will become massive hits once I pass on and everyone else starts getting rich off my royalties.
Amanda Robinson4 said:Just finished watching it yesterday. Honestly, there were way too many good things about it, so I’ll start with the negatives since they’re fewer...
The whole premise is built on this ideological fight against Western consumerist and capitalist society, where a parent tries to shield his kids from all those influences. But even that lifestyle has its downsides, which the movie shows—though maybe not as deeply as it probably should have...
On one hand, they’re portrayed as these smarter, better people building a community in tune with the wild and nature, while the average American family is shown as just stereotypically clueless. It wouldn't be such a big deal if they weren't shoving it right down your throat! Like that scene where he sends his youngest to recite a critique by heart just to shame the city kids who go to public schools, unlike his own kids who are homeschooled under this super strict wilderness training regime. The problem is, those lines clearly sound like memorized scripts... they don't come out naturally as spontaneous or rational thoughts from actual children.
Even though I lean more towards his ideology and really sympathize with Captain Fantastic, the message is presented as a two-way street—meaning neither the typical Western lifestyle nor his extreme version of isolation is "right." Still, I wish they had gone deeper in certain parts; instead, the whole thing stays kind of on the surface, a bit naive, and follows a pretty predictable path...
But overall, it was a super satisfying movie with stellar acting and some really strong points and messages. It has those typical indie-film vibes here and there, but not enough to be annoying. I actually love the concept of a family learning survival and togetherness away from civilization, celebrating Chomsky and anti-Western sentiment. And the scenes outside that bubble? They’re fun, showing those classic, messy human situations and reactions...
The only thing is, the core theme driving the story should have hit harder, but the solutions offered felt a little thin. Their mother's death is definitely the most powerful moment, and it should have highlighted the massive gap between the two ways of life. Instead, it mostly just reveals resentment and a huge pile of confused emotions on both sides—from the mother's side and from Ben and his kids.
That's when Ben finally realizes that at some point, you just have to let your kids develop within society so they can decide for themselves whether they want to be part of that world or not...
It's kind of similar to Dogtooth, where the idea of protecting children from the influence of Western civilization turns out to be both disastrous and totally impossible from the jump. Maybe everyone should get back to their roots and merge with nature, but we should probably do it gradually instead of just cutting ourselves off from the rest of the world entirely...
That’s a great way to wrap things up. I really have to agree with you there. It’s a solid film, all around. The core message hits home perfectly—nothing is ever truly good if it’s taken to an extreme.
I’ve always felt that the whole point of advancing civilization should have been quite simple: to make life better for everyone, both as a society and as individuals within it. It was supposed to be about easing the burden on every single person. Unfortunately, it feels like capitalism—especially the specific breed we see here in the States—tends to produce nothing but frustration and a lack of critical thinking. It creates this sort of metaphorical zoo where everyone is constantly clawing at each other just to become a "somebody." And if you don't manage to climb that ladder? You're left out in the cold, struggling on the streets under a bridge, facing sickness and hunger without a safety net.
I truly believe we need to find a way to weave our technological progress directly into the fabric of the natural world. We should be striving to build a society where everyone actually "has" what they need and, more importantly, feels genuinely content. It isn’t some impossible dream, honestly. The real hurdle is that there just isn't any collective will to make it happen. Our current system is designed to keep us compliant; people are conditioned so easily to just go along with whatever is put in front of them, even when it clearly works against their own best interests.
Jeffrey Ramos4 said:Plants and animals having rights? And who exactly gets to decide those rights? Us humans?
Honestly, nobody needs to grant them any rights. It’s just an inherent part of their existence from the moment they are born. It’s a strange way to look at it, but when someone tries to charge you for using the very resources the planet provided to sustain you—it's like trying to bill you for the nutrients inside the egg you hatched from! But I suppose people have been conditioned so deeply by society that they feel they have to "earn" the right to simply exist. It feels like it will take quite a while before we finally see sense on this. Most people don't even view themselves as part of nature anymore; they act like they're some kind of interloper on a planet that created them. To me, that feels like a fundamental glitch in our collective mindset.
Paul Bennett3 said:Exactly! We're looking for Dickens!!🤣🤣🤣 What good are losers and paupers to me? I'm not looking to bankroll anyone. All jokes aside, I've been through enough to know how the world works. I'm not saying money is everything, but let's be real—it matters.
Anyone living here in America knows exactly what "life" feels like, unfortunately.
I’ve been hearing rumors that they’re just handing out cash for free over in Finland. Honestly, I’ve thought about packing my bags and moving there, though I do worry the gloomy weather might send me into a bit of a funk. In my view, having access to water, food, and a decent place to sleep should be treated as fundamental human rights—just as essential as they are for any plant or animal. It seems only logical, especially if we actually consider ourselves an intelligent, self-aware species. Just imagine the headache of dealing with someone who only wants to be with you because you're "successful," or worse, rejects you because you aren't. I can't stand the idea of some parasite latching onto me while I'm foolish enough to think they actually care about who I am as a person. Don't get me wrong, money matters, but nothing beats genuine human connections and knowing you have someone you can truly rely on. Love me when I've got nothing to my name, not just when I'm sitting on a fortune, you selfish people!
Paul Bennett3 said:Money matters to me. I value feeling financially secure and protected. I can't stand when people claim money isn't important—that’s just nonsense. Without cash, you can't do anything except sit there and cry. That's how the world works. Money is vital, sure, but maybe not the *most* important thing; emotional fulfillment is huge too. But money buys you freedom. It gives you the chance to relax and actually think about your next move... Being broke holds you back; it destroys both your physical and mental health. I'm not a fan of reckless spending, but I hate stinginess just as much. No one knows how long they have left. Spending everything now only to starve tomorrow makes no sense, but hoarding luxury while you're still breathing feels just as pointless. Someone mentioned there's a fine line between the two, and finding it is tough. They aren't wrong. I live by what Thatcher said: "There is no freedom without economic freedom." That’s the fundamental reason why people want money. For example, if your husband leaves you and you have funds, you can heal your broken heart more easily. If your parents pass away, you can handle the situation better. If friends walk out on you, let them go—they cost you too much anyway... With money, you're never truly alone. Without it, you're always on your own. When you have cash, a "friend" always seems to appear; when you have nothing, nobody is even in sight. Shout out to the exceptions, though!!! That's just life. It's ridiculous seeing people drive luxury cars with no roof over their heads, or wearing designer clothes while their kids are going hungry... On the flip side, some people give their kids everything and turn them into idiots, or spoil their wives so much they never actually spend time with them... You never know what love will bring or how things will turn out. Things might get better over the years, or suddenly—boom—everything falls apart. Having money or real estate provides a safety net...🍿
Once we see you out with Dickens, everyone will know you're with him for love, just like every other woman before you.😁
"Maggie" used to look absolutely stunning... I swear, in this photo, she looks like she’s already in her 70s... though I suppose it could just be down to genetics. Some people just age differently than others, you know?
I honestly can't recall seeing any movies by Steve McQueen lately. As for Jessica Alba, I'm not even sure if I've actually watched one of her films. Now, Lara Croft... she was always incredibly sexy to me. Just captivating. But looking at her today, she looks like a monster straight out of a horror flick. I just don't get it—why do these women feel the need to undergo so many surgeries and completely ruin their natural looks? Just look at Jennifer Beals in Flashdance back in '83. Fast forward 34 years and she is still absolutely stunning. Then you compare that to Lara at only 46, which is just 27 years after Twin Peaks. It makes no sense. There is nothing more tragic than watching a woman struggle with her own insecurities and then succumb to that supposed "pressure" to meet Hollywood's beauty standards.
It looks like we have two versions of Karl Malden here... one American and one German. Honestly, William Shatner is the absolute king of overacting. I mean, what else is there to say? 😁 I’ve always had a bit of a soft spot for Reese Witherspoon... she seems like the kind of girl you'd want around the house just to keep things running smoothly—doing a bit of cleaning, laundry, or cooking. We could spend the whole afternoon playing board games, cards, chess, hide-and-seek, or even some scavenger hunts.
I have to say, I’ve been feeling like Broderick is just a bit... off. There's something about him that feels slightly out of sync with everything else.
Timothy Dalton is certainly an interesting actor, though I’ve always felt he occupies a bit of a niche, almost marginal space in Hollywood.
I honestly have no idea what's happening this Thursday. Not a clue, really—nothing at all. 😁