my brain is square and im often confused

Ice Cream Sandwich
28 Feb 202005:35

Summary

TLDRIn this candid and humorous video, the creator addresses the misconceptions about their intelligence, humorously referring to themselves as 'stupid' or 'dumb'. They share anecdotes and a personal list of misunderstandings to illustrate their point, from misinterpreting 'pay-per-view' to confusing 'sweet pea' with a sweet pea vegetable. The video highlights the creator's journey of self-awareness and improvement, emphasizing that while they may not excel in retaining information, they shine in other areas. The creator ends on a positive note, acknowledging their growth and inviting viewers to engage with their content, including a collaboration with Noodle and a Bob Ross painting stream.

Takeaways

  • πŸ™… The speaker acknowledges that they do not consider themselves smart and does not believe they will ever be.
  • πŸ‘₯ Despite their self-assessment, the speaker has a supportive audience who love and support them.
  • 🏠 The speaker humorously asks their supporters to stay away from their house.
  • 🧠 The speaker uses the term 'stupid' or 'dumb' not as self-deprecation but as a factual self-assessment.
  • πŸŽ“ The speaker reflects on their educational experiences and admits to having poor math skills, which they discovered through feedback.
  • πŸ“ They have been keeping a list of misunderstandings to quantify their 'stupidity'.
  • πŸ€” The speaker shares examples of misunderstandings, such as the meaning of 'pay-per-view' and the term 'sweet pea'.
  • πŸ’‘ They ponder the nature of their thought process and how information is retained (or not) in their mind.
  • πŸ’° The speaker humorously suggests that if they were paid for every mistake, they would be wealthy.
  • 🀷 They admit to previously confusing 'peer pressure' with 'pure pressure', showing a willingness to share their learning journey.
  • 🌟 The speaker ends on a positive note, acknowledging that while they may not be smart, they are improving and have other strengths.
  • 🎨 The speaker promotes an upcoming collaboration with 'noodle' and a streaming event involving painting, encouraging viewers to participate.

Q & A

  • What does the speaker claim about their intelligence?

    -The speaker claims that they are not smart and never have been, and they do not believe they will ever become smart.

  • Why does the speaker ask people to stay away from their house?

    -The speaker asks people to stay away from their house because they want to make it clear that they value their privacy despite the support and love they receive.

  • What does the speaker mean by 'square brain'?

    -The 'square brain' metaphor is used by the speaker to humorously describe their lack of intelligence or their difficulty in understanding or retaining information.

  • What was the realization the speaker had after creating the 'hurt' video?

    -The speaker realized that their math was incorrect in the 'hurt' video only after someone pointed it out in the comments.

  • What does the speaker do when they encounter a misunderstanding?

    -The speaker writes down the instances of misunderstanding and adds them to a list, making their perceived 'stupidity' quantifiable.

  • What is the speaker's humorous take on the term 'pay-per-view'?

    -The speaker humorously misunderstood 'pay-per-view' to imply a paper-based system rather than a service that charges per viewing on a TV or digital platform.

  • What did the speaker initially think 'sweet pea' referred to?

    -The speaker initially thought 'sweet pea' referred to a sweet-tasting pea, rather than the term of endearment it actually is.

  • What misconception did the speaker have about 'peer pressure'?

    -The speaker thought 'peer pressure' was 'pure pressure,' associating it with other types of pressures like water or air pressure, rather than social influence.

  • How does the speaker feel about their own intelligence at the end of the script?

    -The speaker acknowledges that they may not be smart in the traditional sense but believes they are good at other things and that their intelligence is improving over time.

  • What future plans does the speaker mention at the end of the script?

    -The speaker mentions a collaboration with Noodle, a streaming session of Bob Ross painting, and encourages viewers to subscribe for notifications.

Outlines

00:00

πŸ˜… Self-Awareness and Embracing Imperfections

The speaker humorously acknowledges their own lack of intelligence, emphasizing that they are not a smart person and never will be. They express gratitude for the support they receive despite their self-perceived shortcomings. The speaker clarifies that their self-criticism is not self-deprecation but a matter-of-fact acceptance of their limitations. They recount an incident where they realized their math skills were flawed after receiving feedback from a viewer. The speaker also shares anecdotes of misunderstandings and misinterpretations, such as confusing 'pay-per-view' with paper-based entertainment and misinterpreting the term 'sweet pea.' They admit to having a 'square brain' and use humor to cope with their frequent mistakes, which they have been documenting in a list. The speaker concludes by recognizing that while they may not be smart, they are improving over time and have their own strengths, encouraging viewers to appreciate their unique abilities.

05:00

🎨 Collaborative Creativity and Upcoming Live Stream

The speaker invites viewers to watch a collaborative video they made with 'noodle,' suggesting it's an entertaining experience worth checking out. They also announce an upcoming live stream event featuring a Bob Ross painting session, which is scheduled to take place on the same day at 3:30 CST. The speaker encourages viewers to join them for the live stream and participate in reviewing each other's paintings afterward. They remind viewers to subscribe for notifications and to use the bell icon to ensure they don't miss out on the event. The speaker's tone is engaging and inviting, promoting a sense of community and shared enjoyment of creative activities.

Mindmap

Keywords

πŸ’‘self-deprecation

Self-deprecation refers to the act of making light of one's own abilities or character, often in a humorous or modest way. In the video, the speaker uses self-deprecation to discuss their perceived lack of intelligence, stating 'I'm calling myself stupid or dumb this isn't a self-deprecating thing or a self-hate thing.' This sets a tone of humility and relatability, inviting viewers to understand that everyone has strengths and weaknesses.

πŸ’‘quantifiable

Quantifiable means capable of being measured or expressed in numerical terms. The speaker mentions that they have been keeping a list of their misunderstandings, making their 'stupidity quantifiable.' This illustrates the speaker's self-awareness and their attempt to objectively assess their own intelligence, adding a layer of humor and self-reflection to the video's theme.

πŸ’‘misunderstanding

A misunderstanding occurs when the meaning or intention of something is not correctly understood. The script references several instances where the speaker has misunderstood concepts, such as 'pay-per-view' and 'sweet pea,' which are used to highlight the video's theme of self-acknowledged lack of intelligence and to entertain the audience with these humorous anecdotes.

πŸ’‘peer pressure

Peer pressure is the influence exerted by a person's peers to encourage them to change their attitudes, values, or behaviors to conform to those of the group. The speaker humorously misinterprets 'peer pressure' as 'pure pressure,' likening it to other types of pressures such as water or air pressure. This misunderstanding serves as a comedic element and reinforces the speaker's self-proclaimed lack of intelligence.

πŸ’‘IQ

IQ stands for intelligence quotient, which is a measure of a person's cognitive abilities relative to their age group. The speaker playfully asks viewers to guess their IQ, showing a range of responses from the absurdly high to the more realistic. This interaction with the audience lightens the mood and contributes to the video's theme of self-acknowledged intellectual shortcomings.

πŸ’‘toadstool

A toadstool is a term used to describe a mushroom that is poisonous or inedible. The speaker humorously questions why mushrooms are called toadstools, suggesting it's because they might be a 'stool for a toad.' This showcases the speaker's imaginative and humorous approach to common terms, adding levity to the video.

πŸ’‘silver lining

A silver lining refers to a positive aspect or outcome that is found within a negative or challenging situation. The speaker concludes by acknowledging that despite their self-proclaimed lack of intelligence, they are improving over time and have found their own strengths. This message of optimism and personal growth is a key takeaway from the video.

πŸ’‘collaboration

Collaboration is the process of working with others toward a common goal or to produce something. The speaker mentions a collaboration with 'noodle,' indicating a joint project or video. This collaboration adds a layer of community and shared effort to the video's content, showing that even with self-acknowledged limitations, one can achieve success through teamwork.

πŸ’‘streaming

Streaming refers to the act of broadcasting content over the internet in real-time. The speaker invites viewers to join a live stream featuring a Bob Ross painting session. This interactive element of the video encourages viewer participation and adds a dynamic, engaging aspect to the content.

πŸ’‘self-improvement

Self-improvement is the process of enhancing one's knowledge, skills, or character. The speaker mentions that their intelligence has been improving over time, which aligns with the theme of self-improvement. This underscores the message that everyone has the capacity to grow and develop, regardless of their perceived starting point.

Highlights

Speaker acknowledges that they are not a smart person and embraces this fact.

The speaker has a supportive community despite their self-perceived lack of intelligence.

A humorous request for supporters to stay away from the speaker's house.

The speaker clarifies their self-description as 'stupid' or 'dumb' is factual, not self-deprecating.

A personal anecdote about creating a math video with incorrect calculations.

The realization of the speaker's math mistake came from a comment, not self-recognition.

A list has been compiled to quantify the speaker's misunderstandings and 'stupidity'.

A trip down 'idiot lane' to review some of the speaker's past mistakes.

Misunderstanding the term 'pay-per-view' and the humorous correction.

The speaker's confusion between 'sweet pea' and 'pea', and the resulting light-hearted reflection.

A running joke about the speaker's intelligence and the community's playful responses.

The speaker's incorrect belief about 'peer pressure' being 'pure pressure'.

A playful interaction with the audience about guessing the speaker's IQ.

A humorous take on the term 'taking a deuce' and its meaning.

The speaker's acceptance of the term 'salt mask bird' as a fact, adding to the humor.

The speaker's self-acknowledgement of not being smart but improving over time.

An invitation to a Bob Ross painting stream with the speaker and Noodle.

A call to action for viewers to subscribe and participate in the upcoming stream.

Transcripts

00:09

I am NOT a smart person and I never have

00:16

been and I never will be but there's a

00:18

lot of people who say otherwise and they

00:20

support me and they love me I'd like to

00:22

make something very clear to everyone

00:24

who loves and supports me yeah get away

00:29

from my house yeah I know what I'm

00:32

talking about when I'm calling myself

00:33

stupid or dumb this isn't a

00:35

self-deprecating thing or a self-hate

00:37

thing it's just like one of those facts

00:39

of life earth is round Sun is bright

00:42

I got square brain remember the hurt

00:43

video I did and there was like a bunch

00:45

of math in the beginning I wrote the

00:46

script for that video recorded the audio

00:48

for that video edited that audio and

00:50

then listen to the audio while I was

00:52

animating over the audio and it wasn't

00:54

until somebody told me in the comments

00:56

that I realized that my math is bad and

01:00

I asked Warren how did I get through

01:03

school barely every time I have a

01:05

misunderstanding where there really

01:06

shouldn't be any misunderstanding I've

01:08

been writing it down and putting it in

01:10

this list and now I have a list of all

01:14

of the times I was being dumb so now my

01:17

stupidity is quantifiable look I get you

01:21

did you see that's how many how many

01:22

times too many let's take a trip down

01:25

idiot lane let's look at a couple of

01:28

these pay-per-view is not pay-per-view I

01:32

learned this one about a year ago I was

01:35

looking at some paper and thought to

01:37

myself

01:42

[Music]

01:47

pay-per-view implies there's paper

01:49

involved instead of a TV like you would

01:52

just get some papers with pictures of

01:54

the show you want to watch it turns out

01:56

it's something that you pay every time

01:58

you view it

01:58

who'da thunk calling someone a sweet pea

02:01

is not calling them a pea of which is

02:05

sweet I thought maybe people like back

02:07

in the day were like yes honey could you

02:13

hand me the sugar for my peas that's not

02:17

what people talk like in the 50s but you

02:19

get my point

02:20

anyway it's a flap which is considerably

02:24

less gross I really don't know what I

02:26

was thinking of but when information

02:27

enters my mind it just I don't know what

02:33

happens to it I'm stupid

02:35

what would a sweet pea taste like and

02:39

what is that flavor yeah if I had a

02:41

nickel every time I was dumb I would not

02:44

have to be smart to make a lot of money

02:47

I thought for a very long time that peer

02:49

pressure was pure pressure there's water

02:52

pressure air pressure and then there's

02:54

your friends what do you think my IQ is

02:57

I'm gonna tweet it I want to see what

02:58

people say Apple to at least three one

03:02

of them for each little hair proof

03:04

oh no 2500 at least 100 percent it's not

03:12

wrong Oh

03:13

- Jonathan me egg 0 another 0 82 82 it's

03:21

like a real answer but banana no 149

03:26

that's a lot a billion 120 something

03:30

that's another real answer Oh

03:33

big flute gummy peanut pants pancakes

03:41

guys it's supposed it's supposed to be a

03:43

number are you guys hungry

03:45

potato taking a deuce is taking a number

03:49

two because deuce is two in Spanish

03:53

maybe maybe German deuce deuce I spelt

03:58

it wrong way to say it's English

04:01

wait it's English what it's just ink

04:06

deuces English what mushrooms are called

04:09

toadstools because it's like a stool for

04:12

a toad honestly you could have called it

04:14

anything and it would have accepted it

04:16

Oh what what's that it's called salt

04:20

mask bird amazing I'm accepting that as

04:27

fact

04:27

in conclusion I'm not got the smart

04:30

there are a lot of other people in this

04:32

world that are really really good at

04:33

retaining information a lot better than

04:35

I but I'm good at other things like this

04:39

little dance silver lining now I know

04:44

all of these things and my intelligence

04:46

has been improving if only a little

04:49

overtime which isn't always the case for

04:51

everybody thanks for watching I love

04:53

seeing you watch my videos thank you for

04:55

watching

04:56

nine-one-one yeah he's back if you

05:00

haven't seen the video i've done with

05:01

noodle yet we did a collab and you

05:03

should check it out if you haven't seen

05:04

it yet it's a fun time and you know what

05:06

else is a fun time noodle and I are also

05:08

going to be streaming a little Bob Ross

05:10

action Friday editor's note by Friday I

05:13

mean literally today 3:30 CST also you

05:16

can follow along with us and then we're

05:18

gonna check out everybody's paintings

05:19

afterwards so if you're into that swing

05:21

come on by so come check that out too if

05:24

you want a notification for when that

05:25

happens the bell icon does that think

05:28

that's everything

05:28

don't forget to subscribe and if you do

05:31

subscribe then i will appear in your

05:33

room

Rate This
β˜…
β˜…
β˜…
β˜…
β˜…

5.0 / 5 (0 votes)

Related Tags
Self-ReflectionCreator's JourneyHumorAudience LoveIntelligenceMisunderstandingsQuantifiable StupidityLearningCollaborationStreaming