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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The best ones are thoughts that many people can relate to and they find something funny or interesting in regular stuff.
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i don't treat music, or any entertainment medium, associated with reality. whenever i watch or listen to something, i want to be transported to the world the artists created.
like listeners who listens to whatever top charts now, they want escapism and we should not give a damn about it. the real world is depressing enough, you want to extend it?
Escapism is a valid reason to enjoy music, but catharsis is a thing for some too. Sometimes it's helpful to hear someone artfully articulate something I feel but haven't put words to. When I'm frustrated with the world I put on some Against Me, rage about things for a bit, and then feel better.