Controversial Comedian, Profundity Purveyor, Katt Williams
Starve your monsters.
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Starve Your Monsters
We're diving into a topic that, at first glance, might seem a bit off the beaten path. I recently found myself engrossed in an interview with Katt Williams - yes, the comedian known for his Hall of Fame specials like "Pimp Chronicles." But this isn't about his comedy; it's about an unexpected depth and wisdom I discovered in his words.
I should know better, I really should. Given what comedy is, given what the greats must do, given everything that must go into the comedy, I should know better. But I still do it. I judge based off headlines, not the individual. I’m human, that makes me stupid in some areas.
This is one of them. I am often swayed by what is being said about an individual without asking the individual or seeking out the truth for myself.
It’s the same in the inverse. I’ll bite the hook of what I’m being fed by an individual, then later come to realize they were looking for a meal. I get got.
My journey of re-evaluating Katt Williams began with an interview he did with Larry King. Later, I stumbled upon his appearance on Shannon Sharpe's podcast, Club Shay Shay. It was a fun one, to say the least.
Katt Williams, in his unique way, touched on some truths. Some were stated outright, while others were buried in the conversation. One particular exchange struck me deeply.
Sharpe asked Williams about staying away from toxic women, to which Williams humorously replied about the allure of toxicity. But then he shifted gears, moving from humor to a serious, insightful perspective.
Williams remarked monsters feed off something. Here, naturally, the monsters are toxic people. This simple statement resonated with me. He elaborated, explaining that these 'monsters' have various channels through which they draw sustenance.
That got the ole brain working overtime. What profundity, what simplicity. Toxic people DO feed off others. They need that sustenance to use you, they must take from you or due to your personal resources – be it fame, wealth, emotional manipulation, or even stability.
This led me to ponder the concept further. When dealing with a 'toxic monster,' identifying what they feed on becomes crucial. It could be a need for control, a thirst for emotional turmoil, or a reliance on your financial stability. These are like arteries and capillaries – some channels are more significant than others.
The key to disempowering these toxic influences lies in gradually shutting off their food supply. Start with the smaller channels, like your tendency to avoid confrontation or your excessive agreeableness. Cutting off these minor sources can lead to bigger victories, such as reclaiming your financial independence and emotional stability.
As you stand up for yourself, your confidence grows, closing off larger channels of manipulation. The process is akin to sealing off arteries that feed the toxic behavior. Eventually, the monster, starved of what it needs to thrive, has no choice but to retreat.
This concept doesn't just apply to external monsters. We often feed our own internal monsters with self-doubt and insecurity. Cutting off these sources is equally vital in regaining control of our lives.
Katt Williams's simple yet profound statement – "Monsters have to eat" – serves as a powerful reminder. By identifying and severing what feeds our personal monsters, we reclaim our power, confidence, and ultimately, our lives.
Sometimes, profound wisdom comes from the most unexpected sources. Remember, in dealing with the monsters in our lives, the key is not just in the battle, but in starving them of their power over us. We must build ourselves up, allow ourselves to grow, in order to take remove what makes us targets for the monsters.
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Do not feed the trolls.
That interview contained a great deal more than that. Katt is one of the few people brave enough to reject the Faustian Hollywood bargain, and then name names when it comes to the very dark figures involved.