(Scroll to the bottom for helplines if you're experiencing suicidal thoughts. I'm also available via Interlude's Instagram DMs if you'd like some detailed guidance or need help finding the right place for you)
*please note i'm not a trained therapist, my expertise only extend as far as a Bachelors in Psychology, but I can direct you to places where you can find one:)*
What happened to Kurt Cobain? April 5th, marks the date he sadly left us. This episode focuses on the incredible life of an introvert living in an extroverted world. From heroin to heroic gestures, this is a musician who the world will never forget.
Explore a complex and fascinating group of individuals - Introverts. They create the most incredible art, but why? What makes them so special? And how can you use this to your advantage…
TIME STAMPS:
(00:00 - 38:59) - Life’s delusions and illusions
(08:50) - Follow along as we recall some of the events that occurred in Cobain’s childhood right through to fame. Including past interview snippets and inspirational quotes. Find out how you can navigate the music industry as an introvert.
(17:56) : The Myer Briggs Indicator is a Personality Test which helps you identify one of 16 types that closely align with your identity, Kurt was an INFJ and we break down his inner being and what this meant for his career and unfortunate downfall.
(34:40) : HOW THIS CAN HELP YOU
References:
Amichai-Hamburger, Y., Wainapel, G., & Fox, S. (2002). " On the Internet no one knows I'm an introvert": Extroversion, neuroticism, and Internet interaction. Cyberpsychology & behavior, 5(2), 125-128.
The Hidden Gifts of the Introverted Child by Marti Olsen Laney (Workman Publishing Company 2005)
I'm Not Crazy, I'm Just Not You by Roger R. Pearman and Sarah C. Albriton (Davies-Black 1997)
Was That Really Me? by Naomi L. Quenk (Davies-Black 2003)
Myer Briggs Personality Test:
https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test
Myer Briggs Personality Type Breakdown/ Detail on The 16 Personality Types:
https://www.myersbriggs.org/my-mbti-personality-type/understanding-mbti-type-dynamics/type-dynamics.htm
Various Studies on Introversion & Emotional Regulation:
https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0,5&q=introversion+and+emotions
Videos:
Kurt Cobain On Identity | Blank On Blank
https://youtu.be/C1Z2BkZaOQc
The Tragic Life of Kurt Cobain
https://youtu.be/Prbm9X-aJS4
Courtney Love x Barbara Walters
https://youtu.be/MfSXE9JehLI
Blogs/Articles:
https://www.livescience.com/44851-personality-substance-use-disorder-risk.html
https://avpdblog.wordpress.com/2016/10/12/kurt-cobain-shyness-i-never-wanted-to-sing-i-just-wanted-to-play-rhythm-guitar-hide-at-the-back/
https://www.esquire.com/uk/culture/news/a6062/my-night-with-kurt-cobain/
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Kurt-Cobain
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/nirvana-fights-the-demons-of-fame-197723/
https://www.theguardian.com/music/from-the-archive-blog/2014/apr/05/kurt-cobain-an-icon-of-alienation
SUICIDE HELPLINES UK
https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/feelings-and-symptoms/suicidal-feelings/
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/
Numbers:
Samaritans: 116 123 (free from any phone)
SANEline: 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10.30pm every day).
Not aware of the help available in the US, but if anyone has any details please forward them to me and I will update this bio.
Stay Blessed,
Interlude.
