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BY THE WAY: totally forgot to include the screenshot I mentioned. here it is:

https://ibb.co/WG3V6pT

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May 17, 2022Liked by Tejas Hullur, Sean Oulashin, Daniel McMahon

the “2+2” theory is something i’m struggling to comprehend-- it’s hard for me to envision, in real ways, how this method ((used in full-featured films, where audiences pay $$ + choose to sit for 1.5-3hrs at a time)) could be successfully translated to content creating... given the circumstances at which the media is consumed are completely different, i don’t think the “2+2” principles could REALLY be applied... i’d be curious to see a new theory arise! one that integrates the “2+2” AND the “4”.... what could that theory be, i wonder?

everyone’s “2+2,” in my limited comprehension, I don’t see it in your actual content... i can puzzle it in my head because i am devoted to reading OutWest every week AND i watch your content ((sometimes not always🫢))... i would argue that most of your content is educational/factual/practical based, which is cool bc that’s your style! however, it isn’t very emotional, so it’s hard for me to care sometimes 💔 however, the voice of OutWest is VERY emotional! that’s why i’m here every week, and continue to be... i’ve always wondered why OutWest continues to be separated from your individual content, when in reality, it informs what you do individually!! Maybe OutWest could be your “2+2”?

let me know what y’all think... i love OutWest, i believe in what you are doing here,,, i myself, as a content creator lack a lot of things so everything i said, is my own opinion... i think it’s great how you are all open to conversation, bc so am i! i am here to learn too!

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May 17, 2022·edited May 17, 2022Liked by Tejas Hullur, Sean Oulashin, Daniel McMahon

Nice log, boys.

I often find myself wondering what is it about a particular creator’s voice that separates them from the rest and what makes them stand out to me.

In doing so, I’ve remembered a quote from Martin Scorsese - “The personal is the most creative”.

Just like Sean described, stories that touch the core emotions of people are those who most speak to us. I’ve observed that when we, as individuals, tap into who we are, what we believe in, what are our fears - that spot -, that’s where great and powerful stories arise.

I think by understanding yourself you can understand others better, thus creating more meaningful narratives and impacting stories. It’s nice to know we aren’t alone in feeling in a certain way, or being in a certain position.

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May 17, 2022Liked by Tejas Hullur, Daniel McMahon

This log reminded me why I love creators so much. You guys are brilliant.

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May 17, 2022Liked by Tejas Hullur, Daniel McMahon

Pixar’s 22 rules of storytelling come to mind when reading this and so does Casey’s three steps for a story: setup, conflict and resolution. Storytelling RUNS the world, thank you for this edition guys!

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This is a really interesting theory, because i dont usually read articles, but this actually got me interested, which is the whole point of the article, and that is why i like it

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