Style Theory: Can Feng Shui Cure My Depression?

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  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

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  • @AlAl-bk5ei
    @AlAl-bk5ei Год назад +5546

    Even if Feng Shui is only a style gimmick, this video already gave me motivation to clean my room

    • @rslashproject
      @rslashproject Год назад +70

      Omg sameee idk why I just got up and started clearing out my desk

    • @DarkRaikon
      @DarkRaikon Год назад +53

      let's be honest it's mat's voice that make us like that

    • @l4dy0c3
      @l4dy0c3 Год назад +48

      Ha, same. Oddly enough, I started cleaning a little before I hit play, and now I want to break down all these doggon boxes I have around the house from past packages. This video also has me thinking about moving my table around to see what works for me. ...I hope this doesn't snowball, lol, because more thoughts are coming to mind. o-o'

    • @Not_Ciel
      @Not_Ciel Год назад +18

      Gave me inspiration to buy a plant 😂

    • @morganseppy5180
      @morganseppy5180 Год назад +6

      Jordan Petersen was saying this like 10 years ago, and ppl gave him hate for lobster brains

  • @ObviouslyASMR
    @ObviouslyASMR Год назад +1504

    I love how even after the decluttering Matt is STILL leaving his socks on the desks at 19:38, Steph really wasn't exaggerating

    • @RosalynaSeraphina
      @RosalynaSeraphina Год назад +118

      There’s another one at 21:03

    • @ohyekrokites6539
      @ohyekrokites6539 Год назад +55

      Oooo Easter egg 😂❤

    • @milkywaycafe.
      @milkywaycafe. Год назад +76

      And they committed a whole theory to Matt's sock habits

    • @ninsophy9798
      @ninsophy9798 Год назад +52

      @@RosalynaSeraphina I have a sneaking suspicion that those are theorist socks and that's actually a sort of merch ad for the keen eyed theorists. It's all intentional guys. Always has been. That's just the kinda guy Matt is lol. Ofc this is merely a theory...

    • @THEdeflatedballoon
      @THEdeflatedballoon 11 месяцев назад +17

      @@ninsophy9798 A- ..wait what type of theory would that be?

  • @jumpstart1717
    @jumpstart1717 Год назад +2673

    Ash is so real for the "If I can't see it, it doesn't exist" thing.

    • @drewo.127
      @drewo.127 Год назад +37

      Out of sight, out of mind, x 10!
      That’s a reason why even on my devices, (especially my iPad as I use that the most. And yes, I’m using it right now to watch YT and type this comment), I try to hide all the apps and software that I don’t need or distract me from my Home Screen! Also, all the apps that I use regularly I merge into one of those app cluster things on iOS devices, and I separate each type of app into its own cluster! (Drawing, animation, video, audio, etc. all in one cluster, and the Social media platforms that I use the most in another cluster!)

    • @avasuikatodoroki7061
      @avasuikatodoroki7061 Год назад +19

      Adhd

    • @-SimonRiley
      @-SimonRiley Год назад +18

      ​@@drewo.127I have both OCD and ADHD and this makes me feel validated

    • @decm3_727
      @decm3_727 10 месяцев назад +7

      That's object impermanence, i believe an adhd thing

    • @Sly-Moose
      @Sly-Moose 10 месяцев назад +1

      Literally me

  • @meganfarmer1957
    @meganfarmer1957 Год назад +3311

    As someone who also as ADHD, it was hilarious how concerned Matt was over Ash’s object permanence issues. Unfortunately, it’s just part of the condition 😅

    • @kiracomments-chca2747
      @kiracomments-chca2747 Год назад +47

      Yep ;-;

    • @zackbuildit88
      @zackbuildit88 Год назад +28

      That's the vibe!

    • @phoenixblued9625
      @phoenixblued9625 Год назад +113

      But also, even I you see it, after a while I become blind to the objects
      Edit:
      Wait, why so many likes? I don’t even understand what I said anymore. Nor do I remember… HEH?!?! What did I say to deserve this except sounding nonsensical?

    • @heyimneverland8451
      @heyimneverland8451 Год назад +53

      I left a general comment about it but clear boxes are nice way to help w/ object permanence

    • @commanderwaddles3483
      @commanderwaddles3483 Год назад +23

      Nah fr, I forgot to set an alarm for my meeting & didn't look at my calendar until after it started 😭

  • @Amit_meena19
    @Amit_meena19 Год назад +801

    I love the style theory not because of content but more because each episode we get to get Matpat house tour little by little.

  • @jrbohan2
    @jrbohan2 Год назад +2995

    Assuming she has a wireless charging phone, Mattpat should analyze where steph puts down her phone the most. Then you can install hidden qi chargers. Bonus points if she doesn't know. Then she is just confused about why her phone never dies.

  • @furyking380
    @furyking380 Год назад +918

    As someone who also has ADHD, changing your space is immensely helpful, but they're things that Feng Shui actively dissuades. For me taking cabinet doors off and leaving them open, using clear drawers, and keeping mid-process projects out in the open have all helped me navigate my environment and finish the projects I start

    • @bboops23
      @bboops23 Год назад +73

      All of this. My husband and I have ADHD and we use a modified version of Feng Shui that also encourages our ADHD in the best way.

    • @TheDanishGuyReviews
      @TheDanishGuyReviews Год назад +38

      I have noticed that if I leave stuff out in the open, that doesn't have to mean I'm going to work on it. Sometimes I leave it there, and that becomes the unread book's new home. A book from 2021 is currently a permanent fixture on my nightstand. It might help, and NOT doing it won't help, certainly, but it's no guarentee.

    • @sonjaimmonen6610
      @sonjaimmonen6610 Год назад +34

      Out of sight, out of mind can be true in a negative way as well. Having things visibly there, but organized is really great in some situations.

    • @thedanishcatgirl3205
      @thedanishcatgirl3205 Год назад +13

      ADHD definitely has a thing with object permanence. As soon as it is out of sight it is forgotten which is bad

    • @briandaaranda9735
      @briandaaranda9735 Год назад +6

      Guidelines, not rules! Just do what you can and do what works for you.

  • @Gerglingson
    @Gerglingson Год назад +854

    so glad Ash was in this episode, I feel like this wouldn't have been so scientific without a second sample (and I love Ash lol)

    • @heatherholzhaus7013
      @heatherholzhaus7013 Год назад +37

      Ash is the GOAT tbh

    • @BubblyP2
      @BubblyP2 Год назад +2

      I love the tiny circle

    • @hyperswag506
      @hyperswag506 Год назад +9

      Ash is the best and yeah the second sample heavily improved it. I’m tempted to test this myself but I’m too lazy to change my house around.

    • @xmystartx7337
      @xmystartx7337 Год назад +6

      Ash is so beautiful ^v^ like slayyyy💜

  • @OnagadoriFaith
    @OnagadoriFaith Год назад +439

    As a professional interior designer, I'm so excited to see these principle discussed. That's exactly what Feng Shui is, it's not a huge fix, it's subtle in the help it provides. I'm so passionate that a well planned room can change the comfort levels of the space and it was great to see the desks moved to positions I personally would've been so much more comfortable with. Not necessarily Feng Shui related but there is something to be said about the proportions of the objects added as well. They touched on the rugs being too small, which they were, but the mirrors weren't sized correctly either and felt disconnected with the rest of the interior decorations.
    I am bummed to hear that Steph worked with a snobby interior decorator, it's such a mixed bag sometimes but I'd encourage her (and anyone looking to hire a designer) to shop around! There are so many wonderful designers out there that would be more then happy to work with their clients!

  • @pekkatank4386
    @pekkatank4386 Год назад +663

    I need more team voice overs. Amy ranting about budgeting after matt talks about money trees feel like the team is talking to each other, and thats so funny.
    (Also fung slay me and the repression rug 🤣😂🤣😂)
    Edit: 400 likes no way...
    Thanks guys!

  • @tlm9819
    @tlm9819 Год назад +572

    The editing and graphics in this episode were hilarious 😂 The little faces added to the rug and Stephanie’s rock, the sock on the computer monitor, Ash’s infomercial?! Absolutely hilarious 10/10

    • @whisperingwooper1763
      @whisperingwooper1763 Год назад +2

      Agreed!

    • @Chlorine5572
      @Chlorine5572 Год назад +4

      I honestly want the bloopers for it, there is no way they didn't have killer bloopers

  • @Olieveilo
    @Olieveilo Год назад +412

    Ironically I declutter my bedroom last week and I feel like the stress went almost all away. It's nice to be in a new space

    • @Crazycake-yg6ft
      @Crazycake-yg6ft Год назад +5

      I was literally in the middle of cleaning my room when I saw this

    • @dandylion1
      @dandylion1 10 месяцев назад +1

      i’m in a tent

  • @teamboobooseth1
    @teamboobooseth1 Год назад +472

    I wasn’t expecting Ash at the beginning but I love seeing Ash!

    • @ProjektTaku
      @ProjektTaku Год назад +23

      same, really glad he completed his journey to becoming the best trainer in the world.

    • @flamingpaxtsc
      @flamingpaxtsc Год назад +1

      @@ProjektTakuAsh is a girl

    • @FireFoxie1345
      @FireFoxie1345 Год назад +9

      @@ProjektTakuhe became the best there ever was

    • @b1xssom838
      @b1xssom838 Год назад +21

      For real I’ve never seen her before but she’s so pretty lol

    • @lauramessy
      @lauramessy Год назад +1

      ​@@b1xssom838who is she i wanna know

  • @HG-yb2co
    @HG-yb2co Год назад +231

    Amy's burrito of shame is underappreciated.

  • @SlyIGizmo
    @SlyIGizmo Год назад +96

    I 100% relate to Ash's sentiment of creating an environment where one has no choice but to focus. I've not been diagnosed with ADHD or anything, but during exams at school, an environment in which i was forced to do work, i was able to do my work pretty easily, but anywhere else, I have trouble doing much of anything, theres just too many distractions. I wonder if changing my room around and doing the whole Feng Shui thing will emulate that exam room, no distractions, just work feeling

  • @kestune352
    @kestune352 Год назад +164

    Been thinking about reorganizing my room for a while. Thank you for making this episode, it's motivated me to change my room's layout today.

  • @juliakelly8405
    @juliakelly8405 Год назад +329

    Quotes from Steph:
    “I genuinely touch the thinky rock.”
    “When it comes to this week, I’ve felt more positive about my own behind… ness.”

  • @MrSpaghetti3
    @MrSpaghetti3 Год назад +224

    This is a great concept but I do think they should’ve collabed with someone who is experienced with feng shui such as Dearmodern to help them out with the process and create the best spaces.

    • @christie918
      @christie918 Год назад +33

      Same, I’m waiting for a reaction video of him fixing this😂

    • @dannywolfpero
      @dannywolfpero Год назад +35

      Is that the guy who ends with "So, now you know!"

    • @MrSpaghetti3
      @MrSpaghetti3 Год назад +7

      @@dannywolfpero yeah lol 😂

    • @npcimknot958
      @npcimknot958 Год назад +21

      It’s def more fun if you have a ‘ fun shui master’ * especailly the asian ones cause they explain everything they have the ying yang mirrors and other stuff to “ counter negative stuff lol.. this kinda western fhun shui isn’t fun tbh lol.

    • @Noxcuses316
      @Noxcuses316 Год назад +8

      Yes @dearmodern needs to come help them!!!

  • @bathilra5364
    @bathilra5364 Год назад +1239

    Seeing mat and steph switching between just chatting and calling each other out is hilarious

    • @yoda0017
      @yoda0017 Год назад +78

      The bit where they were arguing over the mirrors adjacent the doorway just screamed married energy to me, it was highly entertaining.

    • @nitrogenio
      @nitrogenio Год назад +30

      ​@@yoda0017the mirrors are important to summon Mirror Mat

  • @aval00
    @aval00 Год назад +67

    As someone recently diagnosed with ADHD, I definitely relate to the object permeance issue. I will forget anything from a book I just bought to stationary to snacks in my fridge. I am intrigued by this video though, definitely need to declutter my space!

  • @EvenirX
    @EvenirX Год назад +880

    Ash's struggle with forgetting about things existing is an adhd MOOD. I literally forget about the food in my own fridge.

    • @iowa506
      @iowa506 Год назад +29

      It absolutely is such a mood! I've forgotten about the food that was actively in front of me before 🤣

    • @coyote_foxtrot
      @coyote_foxtrot Год назад +22

      I have to put things down on a list so when I do quickly forget about them I still have a place to remember, but it’s not that much help when i forget I have that list with things to do on it.

    • @octonine6212
      @octonine6212 Год назад +15

      @@coyote_foxtrot Me and my 63 txt files of things to see and open later felt very called out.

    • @RavingRozeComms
      @RavingRozeComms Год назад +17

      *ADHD Predominantly Inattentive*
      *MESSY AF DESK*
      ...I may need to clean my desk again...

    • @marli8907
      @marli8907 Год назад +8

      @@RavingRozeCommstry both you and your partner have inattentive adhd, and you have kids. The whole house is messy AF. Even when I’m cleaning 24/7

  • @Erndea
    @Erndea Год назад +106

    You two poking at each other about the socks and the uncharged phone was adorable and reminded me of my husband and I! He also has a habit of leaving unmatched socks everywhere.

  • @deirenne
    @deirenne Год назад +771

    "Yes, right now I feel so much more inspired and motivated to put stuff away, but when stuff *is* away, I. forget. it. exists."
    Ash, being the neurodivergent icon we all needed.

    • @kingzach74
      @kingzach74 Год назад +15

      I also forget something exists if it is hidden away.

    • @mikethegoo
      @mikethegoo Год назад +2

      Heyy, there you are again. I saw your comment on a different video of this channel too! I still love your profile picture!
      Also, yes, Ash is

    • @dannyg.4421
      @dannyg.4421 11 месяцев назад +1

      I promise this is me too

    • @Tea_laBlue
      @Tea_laBlue 10 месяцев назад +2

      I bought a label machine so I could label stuff. Do I use it? Not very often, but it does make finding and putting away my mom’s eaveshams much easier because I know where it’s supposed to be

  • @aelfdenealvin7500
    @aelfdenealvin7500 Год назад +58

    @ 24:39 - I like how one of Matt's socks still made its way onto Stephanie's desk, albeit hidden behind her computer 😂

  • @taradactyl715
    @taradactyl715 Год назад +212

    Having never seen Ash before I can say their voice 100% matches what they look like and I’m totally here for it.

  • @Tonibp28
    @Tonibp28 Год назад +483

    A couple years ago Steph had mentioned a woman's blog about how you should go through all of your belongings, ask yourself "do I really need this item" and "do I even use it enough each day", and if the answer is no, get rid of it or donate it. I followed it and felt less messy and better. I wonder if Steph remembered that while filming this video. 🤔

    • @itsgardengnome
      @itsgardengnome Год назад +26

      Marie Kondo!! Although apparently she doesn’t follow her own school of thought anymore!

    • @dominickucela6144
      @dominickucela6144 Год назад +8

      @@itsgardengnome I still use the Konmari method. I will never go back to another way.

    • @avantika_singh
      @avantika_singh Год назад +2

      @@itsgardengnome What changed?

    • @lindseycaldwell9559
      @lindseycaldwell9559 Год назад +7

      I have a little shelf on the back of my desk that has a bunch of "useless" things on it. One of these is an AtLA zen garden that I don't touch, but it does, in fact, bring joy. As do my Funko pops that I occasionally ask what they would do in a given situation (it's David Tennant's Doctor and Doctor Strange; I find them motivating 😂).

    • @Tonibp28
      @Tonibp28 Год назад +3

      @@lindseycaldwell9559 that was actually another question in the blog. "Does it bring me joy?" If it does, keep it.

  • @benjoyce8034
    @benjoyce8034 Год назад +581

    I just moved and just started struggling with depression, PERFECT TIMING MATPAT!

    • @olafthebear2327
      @olafthebear2327 Год назад +22

      Show that depression who's Boss

    • @lpc9929
      @lpc9929 Год назад +7

      I am infertile from eating scented candles

    • @yigawaffle
      @yigawaffle Год назад

      @@olafthebear2327 Make life take the [DEPRESSION] back! Get mad! I don’t want your d*mn [DEPRESSION], what the h*ll am I supposed to do with these? Demand to see life’s manager! Make life rue the day it thought it could give [BEN JOYCE] lemons! Do you know who I am? I’m the man who’s gonna burn your house down! With the [DEPRESSION]! I’m gonna get my engineers to invent a combustible [DEPRESSION] that burns your house down!
      -Not quite Cave Johnson

    • @oakenshadow6763
      @oakenshadow6763 Год назад

      Congradulations on your new place.

    • @GoldenAssassinYT
      @GoldenAssassinYT Год назад

      God works miracles :)

  • @wildfi5514
    @wildfi5514 Год назад +1679

    I don’t know if Feng Shui will, but the Theorist videos do cure my depression

  • @ariadnemeo7360
    @ariadnemeo7360 Год назад +38

    As a architect I knew that the redecorating would help, cause the ambient around us really influences our day to day lives in a lot of little ways that in the end have a big impact. For example, hospitals that have colors and organical shapes and textures in the halls are reported to have bigger recovery rates

  • @p3rf3ctxzer0
    @p3rf3ctxzer0 Год назад +65

    "If your feeling overwhelmed lay on the circle" got some laughs out of me.

  • @emmortalv
    @emmortalv Год назад +162

    I’m really glad that Ash acknowledged the lack of Object Permanence that most ADHDers experience. Cause I struggle with the same thing. That’s one of the reasons that I have clutter everywhere (my organized chaos) and it’s the reason I’m so hesitant to get rid of things. With that being said, I think I’m going to try and implement some of these in my apartment (maybe with my roommates??) and maybe I’ll be more focused.

    • @Tulpen23
      @Tulpen23 Год назад +15

      What's helped me: store things in clear containers AND cover one's shelving with curtains.
      That way the immediate effect is reduction of visual clutter, but then whenever I need something, I pull back the curtain and can see where everything is. It's not perfect, but was the best compromise I've found for my ADHD self.

  • @creepycutiecrafty
    @creepycutiecrafty Год назад +194

    I’d love to see the Theorists return to this in a month or two to see if it has any difference. I remember when Feng Shui was BIG NEWS back in the late 90s (yeah, I’m that old) and it filled so many tv shows, magazines and books.
    I remember a few daytime tv shows tested it out (here in the uk anyway!) and they all swore that it made a huge difference…
    It’s interesting that everyone liked the green in the spaces. From what I’ve read, green is always called the creative colour (I don’t care what DHMIS says!) so maybe that marries up?
    I reckon it does make a difference, but not for any woowoo reasons. More that it opens up the space and creates a calmer, less distracting environment and prevents dust build-up. As well as this try out, it would be a fascinating deep dive in future.

  • @TheBiggestBlue
    @TheBiggestBlue Год назад +80

    I actually deal, similarly to Ash, with bad object permanence when I put things away. It is why I get anxiety about cleaning personal spaces like my room cause I fear that I'll forget about something's existence long enough for me to not remember where I put it, which has happened more times than I would like to admit.

  • @Ace-pc2cm
    @Ace-pc2cm Год назад +20

    Ash's reaction is the most relatable and helpful for me. I also forget things exist if I don't see them, so I need things spread out where I can see them. Though I've recently learned they can be visible but also organized.

  • @reallegendgamer379
    @reallegendgamer379 Год назад +17

    14:30 "and I was taking my cue from the FOUNDATIONAL STRUCTURES OF TYE HOUSE" has to be the best comeback I've ever seen,the funniest line I've heard this month and and I don't even think he was trying to be funny

  • @_ArtisticFox
    @_ArtisticFox Год назад +92

    I've used some of the basics of Feng Shui my whole life because my house is awkwardly laid out so everything had to be laid out in a specific way to make the room functional. My parents are also strict about clutter so I can confirm that it really does help tons

  • @masen0593
    @masen0593 Год назад +163

    Loving the Ash intro!!😂
    We all need more ash in our lives😔✋

    • @Sushi_Slushie
      @Sushi_Slushie Год назад +5

      3 likes and no replies? Lemme fix that

    • @jordanhunter3375
      @jordanhunter3375 Год назад +4

      *starts sprinkling wood ash on the welcome mat and doorframes*

    • @jahuhahu
      @jahuhahu Год назад +2

      Gasoline and a lighter should fix that.
      (For legal reasons, this is a joke.)

    • @Andrewforjesus
      @Andrewforjesus Год назад

      ​​​@@Sushi_Slushie3 likes and no replies? Lemme fix that

  • @1Shayz1
    @1Shayz1 Год назад +90

    Something I learned at a young age is that your eyes always see everything in your vision even if you're not actively focusing on it. Decluttering helps a lot to keep your mind from processing all of the unnecessary stuff so you can use more brain power on what actually matters

  • @Alpha_Synergy
    @Alpha_Synergy Год назад +11

    As someone with ADHD, I can really feel the "if I can't see it, it doesn't exist" thing. My bedroom doubles as my leatherworking workshop, and one of the most useful changes I've made was adding in a pegboard for nearly all of my tools. Before I did that, there would be tons of tools I would forget I even had simply because I forgot I had bought them, or didn't remember where they went.

  • @sondersighs
    @sondersighs 6 месяцев назад +1

    The wholesome banter between Matt and Steph sends me😂. Also, and I know its random, but Ash is so adorable, shes like a little lovebird you'd want to do anything for 😊❤

  • @russelltovig9874
    @russelltovig9874 Год назад +70

    it's nice to see the other members of the team shine. Normally only see head editor Dan doing voice overs for game and film theory and even then its only the voice over. It's nice to see team member's introduced by their little sprites/jpegs and then to actually see them.

  • @Shako_Lamb
    @Shako_Lamb Год назад +188

    In their results, I wish they had shared some more thoughts about the furniture arrangement of the room. Especially since that's such an important part of feng shui. Both the rooms in the video had the desks turned to face into the room instead of the wall. For me personally, that is a MASSIVE difference and I feel much better facing into the room. I feel more in control of the room and at ease with the space around me. But they didn't really elaborate on this in the video.
    I also feel like a LOT could be improved with that office in the new apartment. Yes, it looked sterile, because it was. Be careful not to confuse "get rid of clutter" with "get rid of all the decorations." It's okay to decorate. (Keeping in mind that it's a new apartment and they're still moving in, of course.) And at night, I would recommend using two or three small lamps placed around the room instead of that horrendous overhead light. I also recommend lighting color that's in the 2850K to 3000K range, which is kind of like the lighting you'd expect in an art gallery, cooler than incandescent but warmer than fluorescent.

    • @silence2314
      @silence2314 Год назад +20

      This. I'm not into fung shui myself, but when I think 'fung shui' I think of furniture arrangement more than anything else. While the video is fun it feels like it's focusing a lot more on just decluttering than actual fung shui lol

    • @Shako_Lamb
      @Shako_Lamb Год назад +8

      @@silence2314 Exactly. And staying tidy and organized isn't even a uniquely feng shui idea! It just feels like they continually lost focus of the whole idea throughout the video.

    • @ендермєш
      @ендермєш Год назад +6

      The lights recommendation is great, thank you!!

    • @yaB0i_Hawkx
      @yaB0i_Hawkx Год назад

      ​@@Shako_Lambwelp that just shows that they only scraped the surface of feng shui. But tbh i dont blame them. My mom studies it and like even after 5 years or so there is still much for her to learn. Though i would recommend to ask someone who knows a little more about feng shui if they were to make another similar video (though i doubt it).

  • @arkheavyindutries
    @arkheavyindutries Год назад +232

    Quite similar to the "clean your room" principle. Improve your closest environment such as it does not create unnecessary distractions, stress or frustrations.

    • @maxie9589
      @maxie9589 Год назад +1

      Jordan Peterson approves

    • @breakout8904
      @breakout8904 Год назад

      Fungshishi has actually helped me when it comes to my room as it's now muchhh nicer lol.

  • @mostmrduck8350
    @mostmrduck8350 Год назад +25

    16:17 poor burrito Amy😂

  • @mingobingo4857
    @mingobingo4857 Год назад +14

    I love just watching Mat and Steph be goofy and funny the amount of lines that have audibly made me laugh is insane compared to anything else i watch, (also small note Mat's laugh is possibly the most contagious laugh I've ever heard)

  • @catguy5425
    @catguy5425 Год назад +120

    Mat: (looking around) We should really consider remodeling.
    Steph: Yeah, I know, but it's so expensive...
    Mat: Well... lifestyle is still style... Hello work write-offs!

  • @angrynoodletwentyfive6463
    @angrynoodletwentyfive6463 Год назад +123

    Feng Shui seems like one of those things that probably does have benefits if you are doing it correctly but they are almost certainly overstated by those trying to make a profit off of it. What I would expect to be the ACTUAL purpose of Feng Shui is to be mindful of your environment and the way you set it up rather than the positioning of the chairs in a certain way itself having some sort magic effect over your mood. Being mindful of ones environment is believed to be able make somebody feel more in control and reduce anxiety. I feel like Feng Shui has gotten reduced to only its aesthetic elements which got rid of the aspect of it that was actually healing which is the mindful part of paying attention to how the arrangements of a space effects its functionality aswell as your emotions.

    • @kayohwai
      @kayohwai Год назад +14

      Feng Shui seems to be an early version of Industrial/Organizational Psychology. The mysticism of it seems to be more of a mix of pneumonic devices and proto-psychological reasonings. Certain layouts work better for productivity, sense of security, and minimization of distraction. All three of these things generally improve mood.

    • @npcimknot958
      @npcimknot958 Год назад +7

      The
      Real stuff is more complicated. Even if it’s ‘ fake but there is like actual rules.. counters.. items its not just round, and clutter lol
      There are ying yang mirrors, following the North Pole, moving furniture in certain angle,etc. it’s actually pretty fun.. cause you follow the “ master’ and they tell you everything…
      The stuff they did in the video is western fuen shui.. so it’s not the same at all.. you don’t have the same “ experience”

  • @ToxicVenom131
    @ToxicVenom131 Год назад +82

    Just about to rearrange my room so perfect timing on this episode!!

  • @discw7274
    @discw7274 Год назад +5

    I’m a college student with a rigorous courseload and keeping my bedroom clean and decluttered has to be the most helpful thing I’ve learned how to do. It helps me stay focused and on-task while preventing me from being overwhelmed with stimuli.

  • @BerpDerpguy
    @BerpDerpguy Год назад +23

    -Steph :getting angry about interior designing
    -Matpat :just sad and tired

  • @allisonbergold2038
    @allisonbergold2038 Год назад +37

    The word intentional keeps popping up. And I think that's something that Feng Shui actually helps the most with. It helps you feel like you have more control over your space. Like there is control in the chaos of life, and I think that's so important.

  • @CDN_Bookmouse
    @CDN_Bookmouse Год назад +57

    Nice timing, I just decided to really tackle the clutter in my bedroom because I've noted how much it actually affects my mood. I bought some better closet organization that's getting here just after Turkey Day. I'll watch this again when it comes. Also happy Turkey Day everyone!

  • @Withered.Flower
    @Withered.Flower Год назад +88

    Ash forgetting things that are not in line of sight is too real

  • @derpqueen8288
    @derpqueen8288 8 месяцев назад +2

    Apart from my mother-in-law complaining my home feels empty I LOVE it! I enjoy walking into each room!

  • @Bogfrog1
    @Bogfrog1 Год назад +1

    This is something I started employing myself and it’s really helped me out. Making the most important tasks of each room obvious really helps improve efficiency.

  • @crazymae173
    @crazymae173 Год назад +44

    The dedication of fully reorganizing the whole office and even Ash and Tamar’s apartment, this is why I love the Theorist Team, there’s so much love in the process of all the theories you guys come up with ❤❤
    I’m going to apply some of these principles to my own home where I can, maybe we can feel a little less lost day-to-day

  • @JadeZoras
    @JadeZoras Год назад +80

    I'm 16 seconds in - I'm sick and miserable (its a cold but I'm a baby) but seeing Ash in this episode filled my heart with Joy :D

  • @EpicVoiceShitposting
    @EpicVoiceShitposting Год назад +75

    Loved seeing Ash make a cameo in the episode, I really hope they appear more outside GTLive, they're so precious!

  • @wizard.possums
    @wizard.possums Год назад +3

    0:32 I love Feng Shui! It’s so feng-tional

  • @ghostmistwho
    @ghostmistwho Год назад +116

    This episode seems to be airing a fair amount of Steph and Matt’s dirty laundry, much more literally than first expected 😂

  • @unique_handle_
    @unique_handle_ Год назад +75

    My room is constantly cluttered and I’ve tried for years to keep it clean. Stuff is left everywhere. I want to make it a place I can actually move around in and enjoy. Thanks for the inspiration, Team Theorist!
    P.s. Maybe I’ll post updates to keep me accountable lol

    • @perevision
      @perevision Год назад +3

      Ask a friend for help! Even if they just sit around chatting to you while you clean it makes a big difference. It’s better when there’s two of you doing the work though, and then you can treat them to coffee or lunch 😊

  • @margaret_adelle
    @margaret_adelle Год назад +18

    My husband and I have been steadily working through our cabinets and cupboards, getting everything organized. And just removing the tiny irritants of having to dig through shelves or having things fall out when cupboard doors are opened has already improved our moods.

  • @Spookworm
    @Spookworm Год назад +154

    Whenever Ash gains enough chaos juice to conjure a physical visual form, you know it's gonna be a great video >:D

    • @koalabro6118
      @koalabro6118 Год назад +4

      I thought that they were just a disembodied AI manufactured for sole use during GTLive streams.

    • @margarine4error46
      @margarine4error46 Год назад +4

      And it's amazing that they ran out of chaos juice right as the video ended!

  • @rastlin0001
    @rastlin0001 Год назад +4

    I TOTALLY feel Ash's thoughts. I too have ADHD, when it comes to having things put away out of sight. Object permanence is a HUGE issue. If I don't see it or touch it everyday then it will just disappear

  • @EmpressCosplay
    @EmpressCosplay Год назад +10

    It always felt so weird to say that Marie Kondo and minimalism changed my life, but being able to finally focus on what’s actually important and not the random junk in my room has been the biggest benefit ever.

  • @BetaToonzOfficial
    @BetaToonzOfficial Год назад +15

    10:31
    Props to the editors for the tracking and shading of that brain, very impressive! 🤩

  • @JustaGeek2400
    @JustaGeek2400 Год назад +10

    Ash in the opening commercial parody is a great way to start my week. They are always a treat to watch.

  • @raevencardreon1208
    @raevencardreon1208 Год назад +20

    I need dear modern to make a short for their office would be a great collab

    • @ABZ12309
      @ABZ12309 Год назад +1

      OwO

    • @Swizzy259
      @Swizzy259 Год назад +2

      @dearmodern would've been perfect for this video!

    • @dominaaaaa9321
      @dominaaaaa9321 Год назад +4

      He gonna destroy Matpat for turning his back against the window 😂

  • @grimthegost5623
    @grimthegost5623 Год назад +4

    As someone with anxiety (and ADHD hehe) I have always felt the stress in clutter, so it's funny to see that in this video because I'm constantly reminded of that anxious feeling if a room is not clean.

  • @Ethan-yd4gn
    @Ethan-yd4gn 2 месяца назад

    I actually love this video so much, it immidiately reminded me of that one guy who reviews people's rooms with Feng Shui and ive slowly but surely been taking notes from him to structure my own limited space.
    I honestly feel like it has deeper connections to psychology than we might give it credit for, especially since a lot of it has seemingly been backed up by actual research (such as the plant and greenery thing), so i think the stuff we might not be able to put a solid idea to could absolutely change the way you operate and feel

  • @Sandstimes
    @Sandstimes Год назад +20

    I think theres a lot of scientific basis for feng shui, although specifically organizing my living space like an exam room sounds like a nightmare lol that would raise my stress levels so much, even looking at the minimalist barebones office space made me anxious

  • @lexwhy554
    @lexwhy554 Год назад +6

    As a person with severe ADHD ive intuitively been using feng shui to optimise the last three spaces I lived in and its been a life changer. Making your space work for you, instead of trying to fit in a space built for someone else is key. I used to never be able to file my clothes and put them on shelves in a wardrobe so I got a hanging clothing rack. I used to struggle with loads of dirty laundry on the floor near my bed bc im a morning shower person so i got a hamper next to my bed - it made the task of picking up the dirty laundry infinitely more confident. I get severe anxiety when sitting in a desk thats facing a wall, so i turned mine around. Even if it looked weird, it was incredibly practical.
    Right now I live in a one-room apartament and using the zoning philosophy from feng shui ive been able to devide it into four seperate zones for different activities - work space, bed space, clothing zone and kitchen, and even if there is very little space it feels open and spacious. Its just funciontal and having a functional space removes room for frustrations.

  • @JoeyLlamaGames
    @JoeyLlamaGames Год назад +8

    as someone living with parents due to the rising cost of living, and owning alot of stuff from living out of home, add onto having the smallest room in the house, it makes it really hard to just not have clutter. i have a mix of bedroom, study, storage and wardrobe all cramped into a small room. i had re arranged many times just to keep things fresh, but until i can save enough for a decent deposit (which rises by the day) i will have to deal with having to share my space with my clutter

  • @fizzyjam
    @fizzyjam Год назад +4

    i love theories where i get to see so much of team theorist and the behind the scenes!! ash, their partner, and amy were great and i always LOVE seeing steph. this was a really fun video :D

  • @Smiddy711
    @Smiddy711 Год назад +17

    Commenting before 8:30 because I'm greatly enjoying Matt and Steph roasting each other for their habits in this video. Style Theory is becoming "RUclipsr Lifestyle Unveiled" to me, ever since Steph mentioned in the first shower episode "here we are at our shower, the one place I thought I would never be exposing to the internet" (or something like that).

  • @Lillie_L.
    @Lillie_L. Год назад +8

    Love seeing Ash in this episode and Steph’s hair rocks!

  • @cocoakub
    @cocoakub Год назад +37

    AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH OH MY GOSHH MY PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED WE HAVE ASH CONTENT IN A THEORY IM SO EXCITED!!! Ash and their partner were a blast to watch, and definitely some fresh air from the usual! Great episode!

    • @LangThoughts
      @LangThoughts Год назад

      *her

    • @cocoakub
      @cocoakub Год назад +2

      @@LangThoughts Ash is referred to using she/they pronouns, so as much as I appreciate the gesture, I’m not incorrect (neither are you, by the way!). I see you’ve made multiple replies of the same essence on other posts such as mine, so I dearly hope this helps!

  • @Thegaygoose
    @Thegaygoose Год назад +11

    15:17 I’m so sorry Steph, as a person who really likes interior design and hopes to be one someday, I will NOT be that kind of person. I’m already too kind, I could not be that type of interior designer. I would 100% help my clients and answer questions, and give input and any other things that are NICE

  • @ThatIntellectualBrat
    @ThatIntellectualBrat Год назад +7

    It turns out I was unknowingly using Feng-Shui for so long!
    Recently I reorgenized a lot of rooms in my house I disliked entering, like the laundry room & the storage room who were.... a bit more than messy.
    I cleaned them and then "reshaped" the room for more space to move through, It was such a massive change! I knew where everything was!
    Although each room took ~8 hours of cleaning & organizing (mainly organizing), it made all the difference.
    So thank you to the 40 Ted-Talks I listened to for months. And my parents for helping me through this lol

  • @PandaBot2001
    @PandaBot2001 Год назад +5

    I think the whole idea has some merit in terms of making rooms feel more comfortable or less overwhelming.
    I was on holiday once with a bed facing directly towards a door and i felt a bit uncomfortable trying to sleep

  • @reveriemephisto1995
    @reveriemephisto1995 Год назад +150

    I'm sorry, guys. I need a moment to process how stinking CUTE Ash is! Please forgive me! I have never seen what they look like, and I can't get over how adorable they are!

    • @margarine4error46
      @margarine4error46 Год назад +19

      Right?!? The cartoons are cute, but Mat's subconscious did a fantastic job with the IRL character design 😊

    • @Timetowakeup83
      @Timetowakeup83 Год назад

      Nah

    • @Shrooblord
      @Shrooblord Год назад +2

    • @LangThoughts
      @LangThoughts Год назад +1

      *She

    • @darkm007
      @darkm007 Год назад

      @@LangThoughts Thinking is not your forte, is it. "They" can be used regardless of gender. It's a language thing not a hip thing. Correcting something like this is sad for the school that taught you.

  • @rpgrage7711
    @rpgrage7711 Год назад +8

    Ash in the into made me happy also the fact that it was an old school infomercial was great

  • @mightygreen3364
    @mightygreen3364 Год назад +13

    I would really love to see a followup on Feng Shui in living spaces, as I can definetly see it improving focus, but also feel sterile, which would be really bad for living spaces.

  • @juanmanuelpenaloza9264
    @juanmanuelpenaloza9264 11 месяцев назад +2

    My paper shredder became my new best friend. My room was full of old bills that were either already paid or just junk. And seeing it all become fluffy piles of document noodles was so satisfying.

  • @nikolinasimic5737
    @nikolinasimic5737 Год назад +2

    Interior design student here! I love how you guys incorporated everything in your space, the few things i would change is get a set palette for the space and hang up a bit more pictures/decor. It isn't Feng Shui, but it is interior design, and my little goblin brain turned on when i heard 'redecorating'.

  • @jenmiranda13
    @jenmiranda13 Год назад +22

    The fact that I relate to Ash makes me think I have undiagnosed ADHD 😅
    I also have a tendency to forget a LOT of random things that are probably useful but I also remember random fun facts that don't really matter 😂
    I'm not nearly as stressed though. Something I learned when I had a painting class was to just go with the flow.
    Basically, I shut out anything that I'll overthink about because I do better coming up with a plan on the spot for some things 😅
    Edit: I personally am interested in redesign and I rearranged some things in my room. All I have to say is that I probably need to get a comfier chair since the chair I have isn't really comfortable for someone who really doesn't like the feeling I get when I'm sitting in a certain position due to being skinny.
    Not only do I feel numb sometimes but I get squeamish...hard to explain the sensation 😅

  • @haydee19
    @haydee19 Год назад +45

    As someone with AuDHD (ADHD/autism) I definitely do believe Fung-Shui is a thing. I have an apartment that has a "sunroom" instead of your traditional balcony and it lets in so much sunlight and I love it, and I have lots of vine lights hanging in my apartment to give the plant feel.
    I also feel extreme stress when I have an extremely messy apartment and I feel relief when it's on the cleaner side. I also use open "doom" boxes for regular clutter so I have a place for it and don't tear the apartment apart looking for something lol
    Also, Ash, you look absolutely stunning wearing hoops 🥰
    Edit: 22:30 to combat object permanence issues I store everything in clean bins/buckets or baskets and label bins as well so I know what's the general category of stuff inside; also, to combat sterileness of an environment I add artwork I enjoy, in particular in my living room I have lots of portraits of cats in different historical garbs/references and it gives me so much joy to look at

  • @dazzledoodle
    @dazzledoodle Год назад +1

    That's it, style theory is my favorite, it's slowly chnging my life in lot's of diferent and wonderfull ways, I love Feng Shui

  • @carmesimcos
    @carmesimcos 8 месяцев назад +2

    I just love Ash, please make more cameos on Theoryverse

  • @ShadowKnight785
    @ShadowKnight785 Год назад +10

    I always love cameos from Ash in videos!

  • @Emily-ing
    @Emily-ing Год назад +8

    I started reorganizing my whole room to declutter clothes I don't wear anymore or decorations I wanted to replace, but I got so busy with my job and school that I ended up leaving the toom half-done (and in the process it was messy whereas it wasn't before, just very packed). Going to keep at that right now 😁

    • @MariaWarrenWrites
      @MariaWarrenWrites Год назад

      Look up dana white and her no mess clutter method. Slower progress but this nightmare stops.

  • @gidkid100
    @gidkid100 Год назад +13

    12:09. Did Matthew's monitor turn off because he turned around? The timing on that was crazy

  • @lukepereirarox
    @lukepereirarox Год назад +3

    I actually feel very anxious with my back to the door not knowing who or what might creep up on me. But with my eyes towards the door I do feel much more in control of the room.

  • @daphnezoewoods7774
    @daphnezoewoods7774 Год назад +10

    I want more Mat and Stephanie videos. Their dynamic is perfect,which is obvious because they’re husband and wife

  • @Whyteroze28
    @Whyteroze28 Год назад +10

    22:24 Ash, have you seen the Clutterbug quiz? You might be a butterfly, which means you need to have your stuff organized so it is visually available, even if it is physically put away. It was a life-changing realization when I saw what I was doing wrong...

    • @sillypplproductions2
      @sillypplproductions2 Год назад +2

      Thank you so much for suggesting this, even if it was directed towards Ash. I actually ended up being a butterfly as well, and now some things about how and why my spaces are the way they are make a lot more sense. ;^;

  • @KaitlynWincup
    @KaitlynWincup Год назад +16

    I absolutely have noticed a difference! I live in a small apartment, where most of my clutter typically goes on the kitchen table, but I cleaned it up last week and I know I’ve already felt less stressed in my space even though this week has been relatively busier than the last! Thanks for this video!

  • @mintefox
    @mintefox Год назад +17

    short answer: yes, feng shui will cure all my depression
    also your chaotic commentary was so funny

  • @civilwarstann
    @civilwarstann Год назад +9

    Ash, Steph, AND Amy?? what did we do to deserve this dream team in one video!

  • @wellyourenotwrong
    @wellyourenotwrong Год назад +4

    Loved that Ash was in this episode, more Ash content please!

  • @deltarider5863
    @deltarider5863 Год назад +4

    I am actually so excited that y'all did this experiment because it makes me feel better about a decision I made recently. I decided I needed to pack my stuff up and rearrange my bedroom because with the clutter and the positioning of my furniture I was getting stuck in an unhealthy pattern. I'm not done with it yet and will definitely have to add letting y'all know how well it works to my todo list but this video has definitely resparked my motivation.