The speaker discusses the romanticization of psychopathy, particularly among teenagers, and how some individuals claim to be psychopaths as a way to appear interesting or attractive. They argue that this glorification of psychopathy is misguided and that it's a serious mental disorder that should not be trivialized. The speaker also shares their own experiences with obsessive behavior as a teenager and emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing unconventional feelings in a healthy way. They encourage listeners to stop romanticizing mental health issues and to focus on maintaining a healthy and happy mindset.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker claims to be discussing the topic of teenagers who pay psychopaths on the internet.
2. The speaker found a video of a teenager saying they like being in the dark watching horror videos and that it brings them pleasure.
3. The teenager in the video claims that fear brings them pleasure and joy doesn't bring them anything else.
4. The speaker notes that the teenager's statement is contradictory, as they say fear brings them pleasure but also say they feel nothing.
5. The speaker discusses another individual who uses "psychopath talk" to flirt with a girl online.
6. The individual claims to have "peculiar tastes" and likes watching murder series and gore videos.
7. The speaker notes that the individual's behavior is not indicative of psychopathy, but rather an attempt to appear interesting.
8. The speaker discusses the glamorization of psychopathy and depression in horror films.
9. A girl is quoted as saying she wants to be a psychopath so she can get rid of remorse.
10. The speaker notes that the idea of wanting to be a psychopath is not only afraid of the consequences but also a sign of immaturity.
11. The speaker shares a personal story about wanting to sell their house to run away with their girlfriend when they were a teenager.
12. The speaker notes that teenagers often think it's cool to be a psychopath and that this is a result of romanticization.
13. The speaker criticizes the idea of wanting to become a psychopath and notes that it's not a desirable trait.
14. The speaker states that they have mental problems and illnesses that cause them significant distress.
15. The speaker's goal is to raise awareness and understanding about unconventional feelings and to stop romanticizing mental health issues.