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rabbiitte · 8 months

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Mew left the door open behind him for Top to follow him, he set the mood in the room and handled the entirety of their sexual encounter, everything indicated that he was in control. That's why Mew chose to confront Top in privacy and not in public. As I previously said, Mew hates public exhibitions (like the one Ray starred in) because they make him feel weak and out of control, but look at him in his natural environment...

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talkingbl · 7 months

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Post Ep-6 Character Alignment Chart

Ep 6 really shook shit up!!

Listen, if there were a way to put Boston & Ray in Chaotic Evil, and Sand & Nick in Lawful Evil (while moving Top to an eviler Lawful Evil), that would be ideal. But here we are lol

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ichigokeks · 8 months

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Mew making Top moan just to prove that it was his voice on the audio file was SICK. Cold blooded. He murdered Top within seconds right after Top thought he would get it. He acted lovey-dovey with Top to put him onto the bed and make Top moan for him. He planned that all out. And everyone thinks Mew is a cute, nerdy little boy. You don't want to cross this guy.

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jojotichakorn · 8 months

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what a diabolical thing to say, completely unprompted, especially to someone who you know at least has been suicidal in the past

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llavbit · 8 months

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This again began the witch-hunt of who is The Evil Character

and I need everybody to understand that... nobody is.

They are all wrong and right in their own ways.

They are humans.

(Messy and flawed.)

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thatgirl4815 · 8 months

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Incoming essay - apologies!

Rewatching the pool scene and two things struck me: Sand's really not a natural at this whole sneaky, aloof thing - his face while he's watching Ray listen to the recording actually looks quite serious and almost like he's already having doubts, but the second Ray looks back up at him he assumes a fake, couldn't care less expression, which solidifies my opinion that his behaviour here is out of character for him (I don't mean the writing is out of character, but that he's acting in a way that goes against who he really is). Boston's mindfuckery and Nick's...privacy issues come fairly easily to them, and even Mew pulled off a very cold-blooded gotcha that entirely relied on him convincing Top everything was okay, but Sand couldn't even manage that one convo with Ray without it being totally obvious he was pissed and petty and had an agenda. I think swinging a baseball bat probably comes way more naturally to him than subterfuge and manipulation.

The other thing is Sand's expression after Ray asks if he's not okay about him liking Mew - he's sort of speechless for a second, has to take a breath, and it occurred to me that this is the first time he's actually hearing Ray confirm that it's true. Previously it was all just coming from Boston, who Ray said he shouldn't listen to anyway, but here is Ray himself admitting it, saying it out loud, and quite casually at that. Ouch!

(Something else I've been pondering is if Sand isn't (perhaps unconsciously) a little pissed at Nick and that's why he can screw him over so easily - after all, it was Nick who brought Boston into their home, and Nick who, even after witnessing all the damage Boston did - and not to random strangers, but to Sand - still sticks with him, acting all lovey dovey and taking cute couple pics... Not passing judgement one way or another, but it wouldn't surprise me if Sand's a little bit bitter about that as well!)

Ooh yes, I agree with all of this 100%! I like how you can see Sand almost reckoning with himself as he does it. I can see him thinking “Well, if Ray likes someone else and has just been using me, why can’t I play the same game?” Also interesting your point about how Sand likely defaults to direct action as opposed to subtle schemes and manipulation; it would certainly align with how straightforward Sand is about everything (I’m thinking of a lot of scenes but especially that last one where he chases after Ray—he’s undoubtedly still angry, but he cares more about keeping Ray safe than letting Ray see that he’s hurt…that might be part of the reason why the crew decided to use the take where he looks shocked as opposed to heartbroken just before Ray drives off.)

Your analysis also confirms that Sand certainly does care about Ray in the pool scene, even if he’s trying to ignore it in pursuit of his own revenge on Top. Ray’s direct confirmation that he does, in fact, like Mew is just more cause for Sand to be bitter. I can imagine just how broken up Sand has been since the night Boston ruined everything, thinking and rethinking his relationship with Ray.

Sand is making a very pointed effort to make Ray feel his apathy. Beyond Sand simply being hurt and dejected, he wants Ray to feel bad—I just don’t think he ever meant for his schemes to initiate the blow up Ray has at the end.

Lastly, about Nick, I’d be surprised if Sand wasn’t bitter! Nick even tells Boston that he was an asshole and he still acts all lovey dovey with him? Nick comes across as very immature to me and very much a pushover. Hopefully we’ll see Sand address his own anger over this in this trailer clip:

Anywaysss, rant over. Thanks for sharing these observations! You all always make my viewing experience 100x more enjoyable :)

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jenyifer · 8 months

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My initial thought post ep 6 is. Why is Mew such a bad friend? He acts so high and mighty at the end of episode 6 but he knew why Ray was upset. Mew had received the recording and went back to playing happy couple. Mew didn’t care that Ray literally was self destructing. Mew’s punch into the stage could have seriously injured him. I’ve done some singing on stages and you do not want to hit into the edge of the stage. But no only Sand tries to go help Ray even though Ray is out of his mind. If I was Mew I’d

1. Break up with top immediately or let Ray know id think about doing that.

2. After punching him I would have made sure he had an Uber. Even if it was asking Yo’s boyfriend to stand with him outside. MEW KNOWS HOW MENTALLY UNSTABLE HE IS. I would never treat my friend like that. They’d have to kill someone for me not to at least get them in an Uber.

Everybody out here hating Boston but I hate Mew so much

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rabbiitte · 7 months

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From Childhood Bonds to Adult Relationships: A Study of Attachment Patterns in Only Friends.

Have you ever wondered why Only Friends' are so mentally troubled? Or why they act the way they do? Although each character has a unique personality, I found a common denominator present in most of the characters: an unhealthy relationship with parents. This can be seen reflected in Ray, Top and even Boston and Nick. On the other hand, those characters who don't have a bad relationship with their parents are those who tend to be the most responsible and common sense characters, for example Mew or Sand. Why is this?

Today we're going to delve into how relationships with parents affect personality and the way we bond with people in adulthood. We'll explore concepts such as parenting styles and attachment patterns within the framework of the attachment theory. If you're interested in understanding the complexities that originate from parental relationships, read on.

1 | A Look at Parenting Styles in Only Friends.

Childhood is a crucial time in our lives. During this period, many of the foundations for emotional development are laid. This is why parenting is so important. How parents choose to bond with children (or choose not to) will be reflected through parenting styles. There are four types of parenting styles:

Authoritative: authoritative parents set rules and boundaries, but they are also understanding and responsive to their child's emotional needs. They encourage open communication and encourage independence. Children raised authoritatively tend to have a good balance between self-discipline and emotional expression. They can love and fulfill themselves without needing other people. They tend to be more confident, have social skills and make informed decisions.

Mew's mothers were authoritative. According to Mew, his mothers were very affectionate with each other and he was raised with the same amount of affection. They made him feel worthy of their love, so Mew grew up being a very confident person who never needed anyone else to satisfy his emotional needs or feel validated. Like his mothers, who used to provide love and protection to him, Mew is good at providing love and protection to others. Based on Mew's personality, we can also infer that his mothers were good at setting boundaries and rules. Hence, Mew is good at setting boundaries and rules in his adult relationships too. Mew's relationship with his mothers made him expressive, confident and disciplined.

Permissive: Permissive parents are forgiving and tend to avoid imposing strict limits. They're usually very responsive to their children's emotional needs. Children raised permissively may have difficulty following rules and boundaries, which can sometimes lead to behavioral problems. They may also experience difficulty developing self-discipline. Children raised in this style may be more prone to experimentation with substances, as they may not receive adequate guidance on the dangers and risks associated with drug and alcohol use. In addition, the lack of boundaries can lead to a sense of lack of control in these children's lives, which could contribute to the pursuit of self-gratification through substances.

Sand was raised through the permissive style. Sand's mom usually puts Sand's feelings first and doesn't set boundaries or rules. She encourages Sand to live wildly, which in the past led Sand to behave this way. Due to the absence of limits Sand has experimented with alcohol and, especially, drugs. However, because he grew up receiving his mother's affection, he's expressive and confident. Sand doesn't need other people to satisfy his emotional needs or feel validated but lacks discipline and limits.

Authoritarian: authoritarian parents are demanding and controlling. They set rigid rules and clear expectations for their children. They tend to be less responsive to children's emotional needs. Children raised in an authoritarian manner tend to be disciplined and compliant, but they may also experience high levels of anxiety and have difficulty making decisions for themselves.

In the series we do not see any examples of this style of parenting.

Neglectful: neglectful parents show little interest or involvement in their children's lives. They may be emotionally absent or distracted by other problems. Children raised in neglectful environments may experience attachment problems, low self-esteem, and difficulty establishing healthy relationships in adulthood. They may also feel neglected and devalued. This parenting style can lead to self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression and substance abuse.

In the series, there are three examples of this type of parenting:

Ray was raised through the neglectful style, as his mother rejected or ignored him. Ray has low self-esteem and self-destructive tendencies as a result of being rejected.

Top was also raised through the neglectful style, as his parents ignored or rejected him. As Ray, Top has self-esteem issues. He's needy for affection and, especially, protection.

Boston was raised through the neglectful style too. He wasn't rejected but ignored by his divorced parents due to lack of time or closeness, neither of them spent quality time with Boston. Ton has self-esteem issues and he needs to feel validated through other people as his parents failed to make him feel appreciated.

As for Nick, we still don't have enough information about his parents to pick a style with certainty but based on Nick's personality, we know that he longs for affection. Nick's parents have probably raised him through the authoritarian or neglectful style and because they failed to make him feel enough, Nick has self-esteem issues.

2 | The Lasting Legacy of Childhood Attachment.

If the bonds established in childhood are so important, what will be the effect of having authoritative parents or neglectful parents? How we form a bond with a caregiver will affect how we form bonds in our adulthood. Therefore, each parenting style has a consequence. That consequence is the emergence of an attachment pattern.

An attachment pattern refers to the way individuals form emotional bonds and connections with others, typically based on their early experiences and interactions with primary caregivers during infancy and childhood. Attachment patterns can influence how people perceive relationships, approach intimacy, and react in times of stress or vulnerability.

A person's attachment pattern is linked to the way they established their first bonds but is also linked to other circumstances, such as personal experiences or social influences. A fundamental framework for understanding how emotional relationships are formed and affected throughout a person's life is the attachment theory.

This theory was developed primarily by British psychologist John Bowlby and later extended by Canadian psychologist Mary Ainsworth. This framework emphasizes the importance of creating bonds with our primary caregivers, as these bonds provide a sense of security and emotional protection, especially in situations of stress or danger.

The attachment theory identifies two types of attachment that can be develop in childhood: secure attachment and insecure attachment. For example, when a little girl feels secure to walk away because she knows that when she returns her caregiver will still be there to meet her needs, this is called secure attachment. If a little boy feels insecure about walking away because he's afraid that his caregiver won't be there when he returns to meet his needs, this is called insecure attachment. At the same time, insecure attachment is divided into anxious attachment, avoidant attachment and disorganized attachment.

a | Secure attachment.

Secure Attachment: Individuals with a secure attachment pattern tend to feel comfortable with emotional intimacy and are generally confident in their relationships. They are more likely to trust others, express their feelings openly and offer support to their partners.

Mew grew up with two loving mothers who spent quality time with him and responded to his needs immediately. Both had a relationship based on open communication, so they rarely fought. Both were responsible for conveying to Mew that open communication solved problems and brought people closer together. Mew knew that whatever he communicated and no matter what happened, his mothers would be there to meet his needs. Because of that, Mew's mothers became his safe place. Growing up, Mew understood that he could devote himself to exploring the world indepently and in the face of any negative stimulus, he could always go back to his mothers. This is called secure attachment.

In his adulthood, because of the bond with his mothers, Mew didn't feel the need to look for a romantic partner as he felt he didn't need one. In his personal relationships, Mew is expressive and independent. He is skilled at solving problems flexibly and supportive of his loved ones.

Sand also manifests a secure type of attachment. Sand grew up with his mother, who despite not setting clear limits, provided large doses of love and care. She made Sand feel worthy of love and confident to explore the world. In his romantic relationships Sand is a natural caregiver just like Mew, he's good at providing support and affection.

However, because both Sand and Mew were raised receiving all the love and attention, they manifest a great sense of self-importance and struggle with rejection from others or rejection of their ideals. In Sand's case, he deals with ex's rejection of a relationship through delegating the responsibility for his failed relationship to Top. In Mew's case, he struggles with external rejection of his ideals through his constant battle of ideologies with Boston.

b | Anxious attachment.

Anxious attachment: Those with this attachment pattern often worry about being abandoned or unloved. They may seek excessive reassurance from their partners and can be overly sensitive to relationship changes or perceived threats to the relationship. They may be reluctant to express their anger or dissatisfaction, which can sometimes lead to increased anxiety. This apparent passivity can be a strategy to avoid conflict or maintain a relationship.

Top grew up with two absent parents. Growing up, his parents ignored him and didn't spend quality time with him. They usually went to social events without taking Top with them, which is why Top was alone when his house caught fire. His parents didn't meet his needs immediately, as they were never at home (although perhaps they did met his needs in the long run). When his parents were with him, Top was happy and when his parents left him, he felt anxious. His parents' inconsistent behavior (of being present, then absent) caused Top deep anxiety and he developed a strong fear of abandonment. As he grew older, he stopped perceiving his parents as a safe place to perceive them as unreliable figures. He never felt safe exploring the world because he feared his parents wouldn't be there when he returned. This type of insecure attachment is called anxious attachment.

In his romantic relationships, Top is insecure and needy. He worries about not being enough and being abandoned. This is the main reason why Boston's revelation about Mew and Ray's kissing affected him so much. In his relationship with Mew, Top craves intimacy and constant reassurance. He needs Mew to feel loved, important and protected.

Even though we don't know much about Nick's relationship with his parents, we can say that he has the same kind of attachment as Top. He shows a strong need to be loved and validated, along with low self-esteem. Nick grew up feeling like he didn't fit in and forcing himself to change to satisfy others, which may imply he had highly demanding parents or detached parents.

c | Avoidant attachment.

Avoidant attachment: Individuals with avoidant attachment may appear emotionally distant and independent. They tend to prioritize self-sufficiency and may be uncomfortable with emotional vulnerability. They may struggle with deep emotional intimacy and commitment.

Boston grew up with divorced parents (although we don't know how much time they have been divorced), who often didn't have time to meet his needs inmediately (maybe they did it in the long run). Probably, at some point in his childhood, Boston tried to get closer to his parents but they rejected his attempts to be intimate due to lack of time or importance. The repeated rejection caused Boston to feel that he couldn't connect with others. At some point, Ton stopped trying to get close to his parents because he felt his necessities wouldn't be satisfied anyway. He became extremely independent and avoidant of situations that could lead him to form intimate bonds. Although, unconsciously, he longs for intimacy and acceptance. This type of insecure attachment is called avoidant attachment.

In his personal relationships, Boston is extremely independent and reluctant to commitment. Although, unconsciously, he seeks validation through his one-night stand partners. He also seems to be interested in pleasing his father and gaining validation based on living the same lifestyle. Boston strongly rejects any intimacy attempt from Nick, although spending time with him satisfies his emotional needs (this is why he keeps him close).

d | Desorganized attachment.

Disorganized attachment: this attachment pattern often results from inconsistent or abusive caregiving experiences. People with a disorganized attachment may exhibit erratic behaviors in relationships, struggling to maintain a consistent approach to intimacy and closeness. They may have difficulty trusting others.

Ray grew up with an alcoholic and addicted mother who rejected him. Ray's mother made no effort to meet his needs or spend quality time with him. In this case, his mom was not only not a safe place, but at some point she became an unsafe place for him. Probably, Ray's mother's behavior varied from time to time. Perhaps, when she wasn't drunk, she did meet some of Ray's needs but, when she was drunk, she ignored or strongly rejected Ray. The inconsistency of his mother's behavior caused Ray to develop a mixture of anxious and avoidant attachment patterns. This type of insecure attachment is called desorganized attachment.

In his personal relationships, Ray is afraid of not being loved, not being enough and being abandoned. However, at the same time, Ray also feels anxious about intimacy and rejects the idea of commitment. For example, he's usually very needy and possessive of Mew and Sand but he also has tendencies to self-sabotage and avoid intimacy, especially with Sand.

In conclusion, bonds with parents have a profound impact on the ability to form bonds in adulthood. This influence can be understood through parenting styles and the different types of attachment. In the series, the characters who experienced secure parenting styles tend to develop more stable and secure emotional relationships in adulthood. For example, Mew and Sand, who had positive relationships with their parents, demonstrate confidence in themselves and their romantic relationships. On the other hand, characters like Ray, Top and Boston, who faced more insecure or traumatic parenting styles, often struggle with emotional dependence, fear of abandonment or avoidance of intimacy in their adult relationships.

It is important to emphasize that attachment patterns can be changed if you actively work on them. However, this requires a high level of self-awareness and dedication.

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random-crap-i-like · 8 months

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What makes the whole Mew, Top, and Boston mess so vile is that the only reason Top met with Boston in the car was because he was so bothered by Mew possibly not being a virgin, and being threatened by Ray. From a photo that was 2 YEARS AGO!

I hope Mew finds out about the photos and video Boston has of him and Ray. And the circumstances surrounding Top and Boston hooking up in the car. Because it's not just about Top sleeping with Boston, it's also about Top's ego being so fragile and him putting so much importance on Mew being a virgin when they met.

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ichigokeks · 8 months

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And Top had the audacity to not say a single word after this????

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monsamborabutterfly · 8 months

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Only friends episode 6 thoughts:

1) this is the first ep the forcebook chemistry got to me. Mew and Top would be so cute if Top didn't give me the ick like that. It's not even the things he did. Just his arrogance that drives me nuts.

2) I actually do believe his feelings for mew are somewhat genuine

3) Boston and Nick!!! The thing is I still love them. It's the NeoMark chemistry driving me insane.

4) Boston and the daddy issues. I think he does have it in him to fall for Nick. I genuinely think he's getting there (🤡🤡🤡🤡🤫 just let me be delulu in peace)

But a child of divorce and a father who's obviously having issues with relationships because of that. And congratulating Boston for sleeping around?? Guess he really wants the approval of his daddy so getting serious with anyone isn't in the books (yet🤡🤡)

And for people who now say that's not an excuse. Maybe it's not but as a child who lived the whole thing it can have more of a lasting impression on who you are as a person and how you view relationships as a whole. So no it's not a justification for him being an ass sometimes but I get the issue overall I'd what I'm trying to say

5) I'm worried about Boston and Nick recording him and all that. I know Boston haters think he deserves it. But c'mon really?? This is such a personal and intimate thing and no one and by that I really mean no one deserves to be spied on in a situation like that. Not even Boston and not even when he was sleeping with his friends boyfriend. I know Nick was just too much in his damn head and for whatever reason thinks it was justified but I hope he's sorry. I don't even wanna think about the damage this could do even outside of their friend group.

6) drake popping in for like 5 seconds and dipping again. Also damn I didn't think he was the one who made the video

7) ray my sweet summer child. I love and adore you so much but please get therapy. I want you to get better so so bad. You deserve help

8) the whole episode I was thinking how much I miss sand and ray but damn now I kinda wish they wouldn't have met😭😭 (did I say I love angst???)

9) my sweet sapphics actually had a scene and weren't just there😭😭 I'm taking all the crumbs I can fucking get at this point don't mind me

Oh also honorable mention to the topmew scene at the end. It was a damn good scene. And holy shit I hate to admit it but I think they actually do have genuine feelings for each other. The way nee was calling top out was chef's kiss though and so well acted.