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TEXTURE w/Josh Gaines

59 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings

Vulnerable, humorous, starkly honest musings and occasional interviews on spirituality, mental health, career, creativity and art. Life is rich with diverse textures, both tangible and ethereal, to explore. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texturepodcast/support

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Episodes

IDMC3: Zen of the Poky Little Puppy

September 01, 2022 05:34 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MB

This is a comedy podcast and these are just jokes, mostly. But also a lot of it is true. Remember those Golden Books? Remember who let the dogs out? Remember how it's hard to be a human? Me too. Listen LIVE every Friday morning 10 - 11am PST on Shady Pines Radio: https://www.shadypinesradio.com/shows/zeitheist Go here to actually give Josh money for making this dumb BS: https://www.patreon.com/thejoshgaines And here for more NEAT THINGS Josh has made: https://thejoshgaines.com/ --- Sen...

IDMC2: The Creepy Single Dad

August 23, 2022 01:04 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

"I'm Drinking My Coffee" is a program with a stupid name in which Josh Gaines says what feels true to him about life, sometimes in a funny way. This time he talks about how divorced single dads are often perceived by other partnered parents, then how he went to the local pool with a cranky lady who wiled-out on the underpaid teenage workers. Listen LIVE every Friday morning 10 - 11am PST on Shady Pines Radio: https://www.shadypinesradio.com/shows/zeitheist You can crumple up a five dollar ...

IDMC1: Dating Apps and Tinkerbell's P*ssy

August 19, 2022 19:21 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

(a comedy podcast by Josh Gaines) Does this even qualify as a show? I don't know. I'm just "Drinking My Coffee" over here and saying things that make me laugh into a microphone. On this one I talk about Tinder and the woes of modern dating, cats in Disney movies and Baby Yoga from The Mandolin show. Listen LIVE every Friday morning 10 - 11am PST on Shady Pines Radio: https://www.shadypinesradio.com/shows/zeitheist   https://thejoshgaines.com/ https://www.patreon.com/thejoshgaines https:/...

TXTR Post-Script: A Message & Proposal to Christians

September 10, 2021 19:02 - 24 minutes - 45.5 MB

This is the last episode there will be of Texture, and serves as an introductory episode to my new show ZEIT HEIST. Who has read the entire Bible? Has anyone memorized the Bible? What if you knew it in Hebrew and Greek? What if you had read every theological book you've been meaning to get to? What would be the end result of all this? Brought to you by the ZEIT HEIST Podcast. "Reality Reconsidered" A playful, imaginative inquiry into the world of the Occult, Spirituality, Meditation & Ever...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR25: A Message & Proposal to Christians

September 10, 2021 19:02 - 24 minutes - 45.5 MB

Who has read the entire Bible? Has anyone memorized the Bible? What if you knew it in Hebrew and Greek? What if you had read every theological book you've been meaning to get to? What would be the end result of all this? Listen LIVE every Friday morning 10-11am PST on Shady Pines Radio: https://www.shadypinesradio.com/shows/zeitheist Website Patreon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texturepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR24: All You Need is OM (AUM)

May 07, 2021 19:46 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Texture returns with a sweeping dismissal of all previous episodes in favor of this, THE NEW GAINES AEON (heh heh, just kidding, kind of). I talk about my history in Evangelical Christianity, delving into the study of the Occult over the past year, and how Ceremonial and Ritual Magick ultimately led me back to the basics: simply Meditating. I talk about how there's been a lot of monetizing of this trendy "new" practice in America and some of the pitfalls of how it's perceived and what it's f...

TXTR24: All You Need is OM (AUM)

May 07, 2021 19:46 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Texture returns with a sweeping dismissal of all previous episodes in favor of this, THE NEW GAINES AEON (heh heh, just kidding, kind of). I talk about my history in Evangelical Christianity, delving into the study of the Occult over the past year, and how Ceremonial and Ritual Magick ultimately led me back to the basics: simply Meditating. I talk about how there's been a lot of monetizing of this trendy "new" practice in America and some of the pitfalls of how it's perceived and what it's f...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR23: Don't Get Lost

April 01, 2020 17:08 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MB

Recorded at 9pm on March 30, 2020, a couple of weeks into the COVID-19 stay-at-home order. A meandering attempt to organize thoughts & be a hymn for good in the midst of the present crisis. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing c...

TXTR23: Don't Get Lost

April 01, 2020 17:08 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MB

Recorded at 9pm on March 30, 2020, a couple of weeks into the COVID-19 stay-at-home order. A meandering attempt to organize thoughts & be a hymn for good in the midst of the present crisis. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing c...

TXTR22: Benediction

January 08, 2019 22:55 - 22 minutes - 43.3 MB

"a formal invocation of blessedness." Texture is going on temporary hiatus. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throughout life--are in a continual state of flux. He may or may not still hol...

TXTR21: Approaching Holidays with Wisdom & Peace

December 25, 2018 23:13 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MB

Josh put this episode up on Friday, Dec 21st, then he got nervous about the content that was said and took the episode down. Here it is again, unedited, as it should be. Josh discusses the slew of advertising thrown our way on a constant basis, how we're brainwashed into being consumers and the American deception of possessions bringing us contentment, peace and satisfaction. Also, some contemplative suggestions for those who find holidays and the integrated family dynamics more stressful th...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR20: Dorothy Booraem - Writer & Filmmaker

December 10, 2018 22:33 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Dorothy Booraem is an accomplished director, writer, producer and all-around talented individual. She and Josh discuss her films, writing process, what led her to filmmaking and specifically to the horror genre, distribution strategies, experiences with film festivals and lessons learned on set. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Inst...

TXTR20: Dorothy Booraem - Writer & Filmmaker

December 10, 2018 22:33 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Dorothy Booraem is an accomplished director, writer, producer and all-around talented individual. She and Josh discuss her films, writing process, what led her to filmmaking and specifically to the horror genre, distribution strategies, experiences with film festivals and lessons learned on set. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Inst...

TXTR19: The Beauty of Giving & Asking for Help in Life

November 09, 2018 02:44 - 19 minutes - 37.4 MB

Josh waxes philosophic about how our society seems to have the hardest time asking for help, and giving it. Where in your life do you need help and aren't asking for it? Where can you give help? A more kind and enjoyable episode than that description would suggest. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit...

TXTR18: Mindfulness Meditation (A Brief Exploration)

November 02, 2018 15:20 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

Josh discusses how meditation, mindfulness, quieting the mind and doing deep breathing exercises has greatly improved his personal life and shares some specific methods and practices for you to integrate into yours. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those ...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR18: Mindfulness Meditation (A Brief Exploration)

November 02, 2018 15:20 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

Josh discusses how meditation, mindfulness, quieting the mind and doing deep breathing exercises has greatly improved his personal life and shares some specific methods and practices for you to integrate into yours. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those ...

TXTR18: Meditation Practices, Benefits & Techniques

November 02, 2018 15:20 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MB

Josh discusses how meditation, mindfulness, quieting the mind and doing deep breathing exercises has greatly improved his personal life and shares some specific methods and practices for you to integrate into yours. Help the TEXTURE podcast grow by leaving a review on iTunes @ TEXTURE on iTunes Read Josh's brand new horror short story "WHITE BARK" for Amazon Kindle @ White Bark for Kindle or White Bark for iBooks. You don't need to own a Kindle to read ebooks! Get the FREE Kindle Read...

TXTR17: Emmy Gaines - Chronic Illness & The Fight for Health

October 17, 2018 19:22 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

Josh talks with Emmy Gaines, a Colorado-based photographer and yoga instructor, about the two autoimmune diseases that currently plague her daily life: P.O.T.S. and Palindromic Rheumatism. Follow Emmy's story @ https://www.instagram.com/chronicbeautyhope/ And see her photography at https://www.instagram.com/searchingphoto/ For more resources and stories on autoimmune diseases, please visit themighty.com Join us on Patreon @ patreon.com/texturepod Music is "God is Calling Me Back Ho...

TXTR17: Emmy Gaines of Celebrate Again - Chronic Illness & The Fight for Health

October 17, 2018 19:22 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

Josh talks with Emmy Gaines, a Colorado-based photographer and yoga instructor (also his wife, heh heh), about the two autoimmune diseases that currently plague her daily life: P.O.T.S. and Palindromic Rheumatism. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR17: Emmy Gaines of Celebrate Again - Chronic Illness & The Fight for Health

October 17, 2018 19:22 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

Josh talks with Emmy Gaines, a Colorado-based photographer and yoga instructor (also his wife, heh heh), about the two autoimmune diseases that currently plague her daily life: P.O.T.S. and Palindromic Rheumatism. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of...

TXTR16: Big Egos

September 25, 2018 20:49 - 47 minutes - 66 MB

Josh discusses how our Ego, that self-protective inner part of us that is so often offended or threatened, insists that we are not good enough, that we haven't worked hard enough, that we deserve more, that others are somehow lesser, that we are entitled to self-absorbed greatness. He combats this idea--one which is perpetuated daily in America and perhaps the cause of a lot of societal issues--with personal anecdotes, brutal honesty, humor, kindness and hope. Join Josh on Patreon to find h...

TXTR16: Ego is the Enemy of Peace

September 25, 2018 20:49 - 47 minutes - 66 MB

Josh discusses how our Ego, that self-protective inner part of us that is so often offended or threatened, insists that we are not good enough, that we haven't worked hard enough, that we deserve more, that others are somehow lesser, that we are entitled to self-absorbed greatness. He combats this idea--one which is perpetuated daily in America and perhaps the cause of a lot of societal issues--with personal anecdotes, brutal honesty, humor, kindness and hope. Join us on Patreon @ patreon....

TXTR15: Nate Postlethwait - Story Connect Coaching & The Other Side of Saved

August 15, 2018 15:21 - 1 hour - 99 MB

Josh sits down with Nate Postlethwait, an author, podcaster and public speaker, to dive deep into stories of sexual abuse, emotional trauma, EMDR therapy, misguided sexuality, oppressive religion, personal transformation and more. Nate's story is one full of pain, manipulation and loss, but also one of incredible hope, restoration and faith. He shares part of that story here to enliven and encourage others to keep on in their own journeys. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writi...

TXTR15: Nate Postlethwait - Trauma, Sexual Abuse & The Other Side of Saved

August 15, 2018 15:21 - 1 hour - 99 MB

Josh sits down with Nate Postlethwait, an author, podcaster and public speaker, to dive deep into stories of sexual abuse, emotional trauma, EMDR therapy, misguided sexuality, oppressive religion, personal transformation and more. Nate's story is one full of pain, manipulation and loss, but also one of incredible hope, restoration and faith. He shares part of that story here to enliven and encourage others to keep on in their own journeys. Continue to follow Nate's story by subscribing to ...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR15: Nate Postlethwait

August 15, 2018 15:21 - 1 hour - 99 MB

Josh sits down with Nate Postlethwait, an author, podcaster and public speaker, to dive deep into stories of sexual abuse, emotional trauma, EMDR therapy, misguided sexuality, oppressive religion, personal transformation and more. Nate's story is one full of pain, manipulation and loss, but also one of incredible hope, restoration and faith. He shares part of that story here to enliven and encourage others to keep on in their own journeys. NateWrites.com Join Josh on Patreon to find his ar...

TXTR14: America's Perpetual Escape from Reality Through Distraction & Denial

August 03, 2018 19:30 - 55 minutes - 77.4 MB

Up top, Josh mentions one serious thing and one humorous story involving spiders before using a quote by Richard Rohr to launch into an in-depth conversation about the Western ideals of consumerism, distraction and entertainment. With a non-judgmental yet starkly honest approach, Josh explores how these things may be hindering us from doing the hard, important work of self-examination, addressing personal issues or past traumas and leaning into solitude for sake of growth. This episode ponde...

TXTR14: We're Distracted from Reality

August 03, 2018 19:30 - 55 minutes - 77.4 MB

Josh uses a Richard Rohr quote to launch a conversation about Western ideals of consumerism, distraction and entertainment. With a non-judgmental approach, Josh explores how these things may be hindering us from doing the hard, important work of self-examination, addressing personal issues or past traumas and leaning into solitude for sake of growth. He ponders what material things we might be using to escape from the darker realities of our hearts (and how we don't need to fear those places...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR13: Tools for Writing Fiction, Non-Fiction, Essays, Scripts & Blogs

July 24, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

Josh shares nine pieces of wisdom about writing and creating art that he has gleaned over the years from other authors and from personal experience. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throu...

TXTR13: Tools for Writing Fiction, Non-Fiction, Essays, Scripts & Blogs

July 24, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

Josh shares nine pieces of wisdom about writing and creating art that he has gleaned over the years from other authors and from personal experience. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throu...

TXTR SPECIAL PRESENTATION: MOVIE NIGHT, VOL. I

July 16, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

A brief visit from Agent Woke of the Internet Police Department, then Josh launches into in-depth evaluations of eleven great (or bad) films ranging from 1968 to 2018. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturi...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR12: MOVIE NIGHT, VOL. I

July 16, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

A brief visit from Agent Woke of the Internet Police Department, then Josh launches into in-depth evaluations of eleven great (or bad) films ranging from 1968 to 2018. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturi...

MOVIE NIGHT, VOL. I

July 16, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

A brief visit from Agent Woke of the Internet Police Department, then Josh launches into in-depth evaluations of eleven great (or bad) films ranging from 1968 to 2018. Films mentioned on this episode: "Silence" - Martin Scorsese (2016) "Good Time" - Josh & Benny Safdie (2017) "Night of the Living Dead" - George A. Romero (1968) "First Reformed" - Paul Schrader (2018) "Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior" - George Miller (1982) "Moonstruck" - Norman Jewison (1987) "Brawl in Cell Block ...

TXTR12: Hashtag Prayers Don't Accomplish Sh*t

July 09, 2018 15:14 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

Josh discusses how many people in his life are filled with anxiety because of the current state of the country, the world and not knowing how to help or make an impact. He offers a simple suggestion that could have grand implications as to how to tangibly help, serve and care for those around you. And it isn't by using #ThoughtsAndPrayers. Archabald's new EP "CARCOSA" is out July 13. To see the album cover artwork Josh created and read his new companion short story for free, visit archabal...

TXTR12: #ThoughtsAndPrayers

July 09, 2018 15:14 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MB

Josh discusses how many people in his life are filled with anxiety because of the current state of the country, the world and not knowing how to help or fix it. He offers a simple suggestion that could have grand implications as to how to tangibly help, serve and care for those around you. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram ...

TXTR11: Stop Striving

June 29, 2018 05:30 - 52 minutes - 73.2 MB

Josh discusses the modern day tendency to strive for relevance, attention and a social following, often at the expense of healthier, more tangible facets of life. Also, how social media has perpetuated the false idea that we are not good enough, and the delusion that working harder and treating productivity as king will deliver some sort of satisfactory result in our lives. If you enjoy TEXTURE and would like to support Josh in creating the show in exchange for bonus content, please visit ...

TXTR11: Productivity Kills

June 29, 2018 05:30 - 52 minutes - 73.2 MB

Josh discusses the modern day tendency to strive for relevance, attention and a social following, often at the expense of healthier, more tangible facets of life. Also, how social media has perpetuated the false idea that we are not good enough, and the delusion that working harder and treating productivity as king will deliver some sort of satisfactory result in our lives. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and oth...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR10: I Ate Psilocybin Mushrooms on My 30th Birthday

June 22, 2018 05:30 - 52 minutes - 73 MB

Josh talks at length about his first experience eating psilocybin mushrooms, how they affected him & their probable benefits. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throughout life--are in a co...

TXTR10: I Ate Psychedelic Mushrooms on My 30th Birthday

June 22, 2018 05:30 - 52 minutes - 73 MB

Josh talks at length about his first experience eating psilocybin mushrooms, how they affected him & their probable benefits. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throughout life--are in a co...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR9: Troubled Faith

June 15, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 95.9 MB

The unraveling of an evangelical Christian upbringing & trying to understand what to believe now. Deconstructing religion. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throughout life--are in a conti...

TXTR9: Troubled Faith

June 15, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 95.9 MB

The unraveling of an evangelical Christian upbringing & trying to understand what to believe now. Deconstructing religion. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and beliefs--like those of any person undergoing constant growth, maturity and change throughout life--are in a conti...

TXTR8: The Imperfect Art of Slowing Down

June 08, 2018 05:30 - 41 minutes - 58 MB

Slowing down in a society that insists on speeding up / apps & technology vs. our brains / the delusion of buying happiness / memory / retaining thoughts & ideas / being intentional / meditation / taking time to observe / breathing / Divine reality / Divine beauty / Star Wars & movies being cut to move faster / attention span / absorbing useless content / being endlessly distracted / being entertained to death / and lastly: the top four best sounds being used in modern day Rap & Hip Hop. Jo...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR7: We're All the Same Thing

May 31, 2018 15:06 - 51 minutes - 71 MB

Anne Lamott / Donald J. Trump / Twitter addiction / public shaming / sexual misconduct / racism / OFFENDED / mob mentality / ruthless online attacks / cashiers & baristas / psychedelic mushrooms / afterlife / humanizing / empathy / kindness / freedom of calling / insecurity / immaturity / all one. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on In...

TXTR7: We're All the Same Thing

May 31, 2018 15:06 - 51 minutes - 71 MB

Anne Lamott / Donald J. Trump / Twitter addiction / public shaming / sexual misconduct / racism / OFFENDED / mob mentality / ruthless online attacks / cashiers & baristas / psychedelic mushrooms / afterlife / humanizing / empathy / kindness / freedom of calling / insecurity / immaturity / all one. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on In...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR6: Be Here Now

May 16, 2018 21:12 - 41 minutes - 57.7 MB

Josh discusses our present day striving for contentment, how modern society perpetuates longing for things that don't satisfy us and some ideas on how to inject just a little more kindness and gratefulness into everyday existence. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and belie...

TXTR6: Arrive Right Here

May 16, 2018 21:12 - 41 minutes - 57.7 MB

Josh discusses our present day striving for contentment, how modern society perpetuates longing for things that don't satisfy us and some ideas on how to inject just a little more kindness and gratefulness into everyday existence. You can support what Josh does with TEXTURE at patreon.com/texturepod Music is "God is Calling Me Back Home" by King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. kinggizzardandthelizardwizard.com

TXTR6: Be Here Now

May 16, 2018 21:12 - 41 minutes - 57.7 MB

Josh discusses our present day striving for contentment, how modern society perpetuates longing for things that don't satisfy us and some ideas on how to inject just a little more kindness and gratefulness into everyday existence. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Instagram The VHS Boy on Instagram thejoshgaines.com [Edit 10/13/2020: Josh's views and belie...

TXTR5: When You Hit an Emotional Wall // Not Considering Yourself a "Real" Artist

May 11, 2018 05:30 - 45 minutes - 63.2 MB

Josh recounts a particularly harrowing day of deep depression, insecurity, panic, temporary loss of all desire for good things and a fear that personal growth and maturity had been forfeited. He also describes the steps taken to move forward from moments like this. These sensations may be particularly familiar to Type 4’s on the Enneagram, however the experience is certainly not limited to only 4’s. In the second half of the episode, Josh discusses the problem in comparing ourselves to oth...

TXTR5: Imposter Syndrome // Emotional Numbness

May 11, 2018 05:30 - 45 minutes - 63.2 MB

Josh recounts a particularly harrowing day of deep depression, insecurity, panic, temporary loss of all desire for good things and a fear that personal growth and maturity had been forfeited. He also describes the steps taken to move forward from moments like this. In the second half of the episode, Josh discusses the problem in comparing ourselves to others who are more "successful" than us and making assumptions that we are somehow less or more than another person, based only on accomplish...

[ARCHIVE] TXTR5: Imposter Syndrome // Emotional Numbness

May 11, 2018 05:30 - 45 minutes - 63.2 MB

Josh recounts a particularly harrowing day of deep depression, insecurity, panic, temporary loss of all desire for good things and a fear that personal growth and maturity had been forfeited. He also describes the steps taken to move forward from moments like this. In the second half of the episode, Josh discusses the problem in comparing ourselves to others who are more "successful" than us and making assumptions that we are somehow less or more than another person, based only on accomplish...

TXTR4: There Is Great Opposition to Beauty

May 04, 2018 05:30 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

In the wake of great freedom--immediate RESISTANCE! Josh talks about how there is great freedom to pursue one's goals/dreams/aspirations/ideas despite discouragement, worldly or spiritual opposition, doubt, fear or insecurity. You can chase the thing you've wanted to chase, you can do the thing you've been meaning to do. Join Josh on Patreon to find his art, videos, writing and more. Find Josh's short films, humorous VHS reviews and other video delights at his YouTube Channel Josh on Inst...