God Awful Movies

438: e-motion 2.0

Jan 9, 2024
Cara Santa Maria joins to discuss a documentary promoting a scammy cult, a creepy deathbed confession, and the power of the subconscious mind. They mock self-proclaimed experts in ancient wisdom and nutrition, critique the qualifications of various individuals, and delve into unconventional health practices. The chapter explores absurdity in heart energy clearing, similarities with cult behavior, and the lack of listening in a movie about rich white people. Overall, a hilarious and insightful episode.
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ANECDOTE

Dying Husband's Advice

  • A woman shared a story about her dying husband's last words.
  • His message was that upon waking, one possesses all they need, highlighting the film's privileged perspective.
INSIGHT

Subconscious Power

  • The film suggests the subconscious mind is 1,000 times stronger than the conscious mind.
  • It then questions what controls the subconscious, setting a tone of vague pronouncements.
ANECDOTE

Emotions as Water

  • Michelle Schrader, PhD, uses the metaphor of a glass overflowing to explain emotions.
  • Too much emotion, like too much water, is detrimental, suggesting emotional regulation is key.
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