The Yes Theory Podcast Ep 5. How We Really Feel & Deal With Negative Comments
Oct 19, 2025
Staffan and Thomas candidly discuss their experiences with negative comments and the toll of public scrutiny. They reflect on their filmmaking challenges in the vibrant gambling culture of Macau while seeking genuine human stories. The conversation touches on handling criticism, the contagious nature of negativity, and the importance of gratitude and kindness. They also explore the effects of social media on attention spans and the significance of filtering out negativity to preserve mental space, inviting listeners to appreciate what they often take for granted.
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Early Reaction: Deleting Negative Comments
- Staffan deleted negative YouTube comments about himself when he first gained access to the Yes Theory account.
- He gradually stopped checking comments and shifted focus to creating and staying present.
Out‑Of‑Context Clips Spread Misinformation Fast
- Negative clips taken out of context can cause mass misinterpretation and intense backlash.
- Thomas says being public means accepting slander, but the sting still affects you deeply.
People Cheer Failures Of Public Figures
- Some people actively wait for public figures to fail and celebrate their mistakes.
- That reality fuels Thomas's resistance to cancel culture and quick public judgments.