wey

1y

That looks like an incredibly comedic scene nort

e t

1y

Idk if you’re too young for this or not but they used to have all those fake p*** files titled like “young s*** shows big b***ies” and the second you downloaded it and opened it, your computer would basically get bricked

wey

1y

I wanna watch the new one

Br00ses

1y

It's one of those things that you kinda have to watch to understand the tone

It's like soap opera-ish and a little absurd and tense

Br00ses

1y

It's one of those things that you kinda have to watch to understand the tone

It's like soap opera-ish and a little absurd and tense

Br00ses

1y

It's one of those things that you kinda have to watch to understand the tone

It's like soap opera-ish and a little absurd and tense

rvi

1y

still havent seen call me by your name yet

really enjoyed brokeback mountain

rvi

1y

love agent cooper

Nort

1y

Nothing Agent Gordon said was a joke. You’re just ableist because he’s deaf, maybe.

PADYBU

1y

I'm not sure about this one

Kodak Spice

1y

camille making jokes itt vs me making jokes itt is like flirting vs sexual harassment

fuego

1y

what the f*** is you talking bout? i can get your ass HIT

Purrp

1y

Call me has a goated soundtrack man

This song sounds like a green summer in Italy and I never even been just off the strength of the movie ..

fuego

1y

its good so far, on like the 4th episode? lots of drama

wey

1y

Erm he was responding back !

Nort

1y

WHAT WAS THAT? I NEED YOU TO SPEAK UP!

Nort

1y

WHAT WAS THAT? I NEED YOU TO SPEAK UP!

fuego

1y

what the f*** is you talking bout? i can get your ass HIT

Br00ses

1y

Well I've seen your questionable taste in movies (companion) so you probably didn't like it?

Purrp

1y

Apparently I didn’t rate it in letterbox but it was fine

I was biased going in tbh

Like a Camillimane

1y

this gimmick has me brine

Purrp

1y

Hot take …

PADYBU

1y

That’s a really good question — and it’s not just pop psychology; there’s actually some solid neuroscience behind why rewatching familiar shows, movies, or videos can be soothing for your nervous system.

Here’s a breakdown of why:

🧠 1. Predictability calms the nervous system

Your brain loves predictability — it makes you feel safe.
When you rewatch something, you already know what’s going to happen, so there’s no uncertainty or threat.

This reduces activation in the amygdala, the part of the brain that scans for danger.

It allows the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest” system) to take over, slowing heart rate and lowering stress hormones.

Result: your body literally relaxes because nothing unexpected can go wrong.

💬 2. Familiar stories provide emotional regulation

When you rewatch a comforting show, your brain reactivates positive emotional memories associated with it — kind of like re-listening to a favorite song.

You anticipate jokes, resolutions, or comforting character moments, which boosts dopamine (anticipation/reward) and oxytocin (social bonding).

This can recreate the feeling of emotional safety and stability.

🛋️ 3. It provides gentle stimulation without overwhelm

New media can demand a lot of cognitive energy — new faces, plots, sounds, moral tension.
Familiar content, on the other hand, engages you just enough to be pleasant, but not enough to trigger vigilance or stress responses.
That’s why people often rewatch their “comfort shows” when anxious, sick, or emotionally tired.

❤️ 4. It taps into attachment and nostalgia

If the show or movie is tied to positive times in your life (like watching a childhood favorite), it can evoke a sense of continuity and belonging.
This sense of emotional grounding helps regulate the autonomic nervous system, stabilizing mood and stress responses.

🧩 In short:

Rewatching something familiar =
➡️ Predictable + safe + emotionally rewarding
➡️ Less cortisol, more dopamine/oxytocin
➡️ Nervous system downshifts into a regulated, calm state

Would you like me to explain how to use rewatching intentionally as part of stress regulation or grounding (like a nervous system tool)?

Nort

1y

NO, NOT BRIAN. THE NAME IS GORDON. WHO ARE YOU?

PADYBU

1y

I also prefer Chunking Express over In The Mood