Explicit Content, Sensitivity and Eminem (Clean Article) -- How To Build Your Mind With the Darkness of Reality

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The article "Explicit Content, Sensitivity and Eminem (Clean Article) -- How To Build Your Mind With the Darkness of Reality" explores Tomasio Rubinshtein's dichotomy, describing a high level of sensitivity in social interactions and an emotional detachment towards explicit and mature themes.

Mr. Tomasio attributes his emotional resilience to exposure to dark content, particularly the music of Eminem, and discusses how this exposure helped him build mental strength. The article delves into Eminem's lyrics, highlighting themes of societal dysfunction and personal struggle, and reflects on the transformative power of facing harsh realities.

The article's engaging introduction captures the reader's attention by presenting the author's personal dichotomy, while the use of personal anecdotes adds a relatable and authentic touch.

The analysis of Eminem's music is thorough and insightful, discussing both disturbing and deeply-human elements. The article tackles thought-provoking themes such as the necessity of confronting uncomfortable truths and the role of mental training in personal development. Furthermore, the mention of neuroplasticity and the ability to rewire the mind adds a scientific dimension to the discussion.

In conclusion, the article is an engaging and thought-provoking piece that effectively combines personal narrative with cultural analysis.

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Introduction: Understanding Selective Sensitivity

My personality appears to be very dichotomic. On the one hand, I possess a high degree of sensitivity, to the point where I sometimes feel a need to withdraw from social interaction to recover from its "ordeals". On the other hand, I seem relatively unaffected by explicit subjects such as self-sacrifice, gore, and other mature themes. That is even though many highly sensitive people do, as seen by their triggered behavior from horror movies. I am by the way apathetic even to the horror genre.

This apparent contradiction is how stereotypes are broken and "The Whole Person Fallacy" is compromised as it should be. In other words, it may seem strange that I used to be deeply affected by insults while remaining unfazed by things that trouble others in their mental worlds. However, humans can be that unique, and some traits that they have wouldn't necessarily come in effect depending on the situation at hand.

Because it may appear to you very odd how I used to feel terrorized by the yells of others in real life, but completely emotionless when I explore and discuss the philosophy of a Finnish school shooter who was a philosopher as well. However, it is easily explained by the fact I have misophonia, and thus am necessarily highly sensitive to sounds which people find plausible. Of course, I even find a man becoming an acquired savant plausible. I didn't blink an eye when he told me of his injuries when I wrote with him an article on the matter.

The idea therefore that all highly sensitive people are these fragile beings who always need trigger warnings and treat them as if you're stepping on eggshells is nothing more than a generalization.

Knowing that I had to reduce this heightened sensitivity in order to attain my desired success in life, I began strengthening my weak spirit from the very early years of my life...

Path to Becoming a "Rubinshteinic Butcher"

Interestingly, I learned English largely through video games and music, particularly the music of Eminem, a rapper known for his controversial and often disturbing content. A synopsis of a book researching his many rap songs (Over 1400), comments:

In terms of lyrical content, no area has been off-limits to Eminem, and he has written about domestic violence, murder, r***, child abuse, incest, drug addiction, and torture during his career.

But whilst he will always be associated with these dark subjects, Mathers [Eminem's real name] has also explored fatherhood, bereavement, mental illness, poverty, friendship, and love within his lyrics, and the juxtaposition between these very different themes (sometimes within the same song), make his lyrics complex, deep, and deserving of proper critical discussion.

Looking back at those songs from my early teenage years, I'm surprised I wasn't more repulsed by their lyrical themes. No. I listened to them daily, trying to memorize some of them. Listened to them at night when I went to bed. I immersed my mind with such dark content in order to slowly build myself into the largely emotionless man I am today.

You can see that, based on my example, the mind can be trained. When it is trained, it can develop and change in accordance to the simulation it receives. The Calm blog reports:

You can train your mind to be more focused, clear, and efficient, just like you can train your body to run the 3,000m or master taekwondo.

Thanks to mental strength training and “neuroplasticity” (the ability of the brain’s neural networks to change through growth and reorganization), anyone can rewire their mind to become stronger, healthier, and fitter than ever before. All it takes is time, practice, and consistency.

Understanding Eminem's Musical Darkness

See -- Without Me

Let's just say the content was quite explicit, and I'm surprised very few questioned my exposure to it, especially considering I understood most of the lyrics after translating them online.

Eminem's music is undeniably dark. It delves into the many themes of societal, domestic and personal dysfunction. Dysfunctions he used both to entertain, provoke audiences and used to develop himself as a man. But this darkness isn't there for shock value alone. Let's dissect it further....

• A Reality of Living Despite the Struggle:

See -- "Rock Bottom"

Eminem's lyrics often paint a grim picture of his upbringing and the struggles faced by many in the ever-increasing lower-class populace of the U.S. 

By using graphic language, he forces listeners to confront uncomfortable truths, otherwise ignored or denied. This isn't a glorification of life in the brutal streets of Detroit, Michigan, but a raw portrayal meant to spark awareness to "the corner people" of America.

• The Slim Shady Persona:

Slim is usually depicted as a violent, sociopathic criminal. He has a very large ego. He also seems to not have any sense of right-or-wrong. -- Villains Wiki

Much of Eminem's darkness stems from his alter ego, Slim Shady. This character is a personification of rage, frustration, hatred, and the darker aspects of human nature. By embodying Slim, Eminem allows himself to explore these emotions without apology or remorse.

Carl Jung describes our dark side as essential for our greater awareness and for the success of our good plans in life...

“Unfortunately there can be no doubt that man is, on the whole, less good than he imagines himself or wants to be. Everyone carries a shadow, and the less it is embodied in the individual’s conscious life, the blacker and denser it is. At all counts, it forms an unconscious snag, thwarting our most well-meant intentions.”

• Evolution of Darkness:

"The bridge of the song features a dialogue between Eminem and Dr. Dre, where Dr. Dre questions Slim Shady's behavior and calls him a "base-head." This dialogue adds another layer to the song, highlighting the internal conflict and struggle Eminem faces with his alter ego" -- "My Name Is" Analysis (SongMeaning Blog)

While early Eminem was known for shock rap, his darkness has evolved. Songs like "Darkness" from his 2020 album tackle gun violence and addiction with a chilling honesty. His darkness now reflects a deeper social commentary, referencing the growing occurrence of mass shootings that emerge across America.

From Retreat to Resilience

As you can tell I was done with being treated with disrespect and mistreatment due to my former sensitivity, a very long time ago... Ever since the 2000's, in fact. I saw no reason to embrace it, when it left me lonely, depressed and suffering. Being misunderstood is its own mental pain, followed by the feeling of being unseen. Pain I can further extinguish with my ruthlessness quest for greater communication.

Growing up, I learned to navigate social challenges by retreating: escapism, seeking external intervention, or hoping problems would fade. These coping mechanisms, while seemingly "psychologically safe", left me feeling powerless and yearning for a more assertive self.

The endless cycle of distractions, professional help, and avoidance coping, offer only temporary relief. They fail to address the core issue: the need to establish one's own worth in a merciless, unfair modern world. 

The idea that one's life lacks inherent value because they're poor, because they're degreeless, because they work/ed in low-prestige jobs, is something I refuse to accept undoubtedly. My mental training is and will resume to be done in altruistic solitude. And I expect no trophy, and for good reason.

Short Conclusions

While facing the darker aspects of life at a young age was painful, it served a purpose. It forced me to develop resilience and a thicker skin. I learned that sheltering myself from life's harsh realities only weakens one's spirit. Facing challenges head-on builds strength and character. I choose the way of the Enduring Pillar.

How am I supposed to research a reality I'm too fearful to explore? Hahaha... Some emotions deserve resistance.

And some socio-economic ways of oppression, too. To quote Mr. John Duran:

Is the American capitalistic system ethical or rational or even logical considering the ravaging of the natural resources and decimation of billions of lives required for the wealthy to acquire more wealth while the poor fight for their scraps? Is any of this right?