tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post6778329915464125844..comments2023-06-19T05:32:20.626+01:00Comments on Talking Walking Dead: The Roots Of AngerIain Geddeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740353273144039684noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-12028034782438330232012-03-25T19:35:52.475+01:002012-03-25T19:35:52.475+01:00Anon, I was thinking this, too (guess it will rema...Anon, I was thinking this, too (guess it will remain to be seen, though, depending on where Mazzara & Co. take us):<br /><br />"Darryl will probably be the one who kills Merle to protect the group or any one member of it."<br /><br />If so, it would be an echo of Rick's devastating final confrontation with Shane--only this time, with actual brothers.Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-90693785405788783382012-03-25T19:33:48.686+01:002012-03-25T19:33:48.686+01:00Glad to hear you're bonding with someone in yo...Glad to hear you're bonding with someone in your life and opening the door, even if little by little. No matter how your friendship turns out, it's all part of that journey. Remember, a reason, a season, and a time. <3Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-20655411204173680182012-03-25T19:31:26.179+01:002012-03-25T19:31:26.179+01:00OK, *I'M* coming to this blog *very* late on, ...OK, *I'M* coming to this blog *very* late on, so I'm at least reading it LOL... ;-) You've made some very beautiful insights, Figtoria. With you and the rest of the fans out there, I'm looking so forward to watching Daryl's continuing evolution in Season 3. What will happen to put obstacles in the way of his growth and loyalty to his new community, and how will he face those challenges? How will Carol be able to weather the emotional fallout (more anger)? The unknown answers to these questions and more about Daryl, Carol and the series's other characters is part of what makes TWD such a damn well-made show.Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-47634639798972723322012-03-25T19:27:41.624+01:002012-03-25T19:27:41.624+01:00Jayme, I'm keeping you in my heart and thought...Jayme, I'm keeping you in my heart and thoughts. As I mentioned upthread, my husband and I are the adoptive parents of two young boys who grew up in an abusive household. Without going into a lot of heavy detail, we are still working on a lot of emotional and behavioural issues with them, even four years on. It is and will most likely be an ongoing and lifelong process of growth and healing, and our job as parents is to be the anchor that keeps them grounded and empowers them as they grow into adults. <br /><br />Best wishes on your journey.Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-26444381476570095552012-03-25T19:24:00.053+01:002012-03-25T19:24:00.053+01:00That is a very nice analogy! (Loved the movie Shre...That is a very nice analogy! (Loved the movie Shrek btw--the first one topped the sequels by a country mile.)Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-63208324169591076962012-03-25T19:22:55.103+01:002012-03-25T19:22:55.103+01:00He did?? Kew-el! (I suggested it to Lisa upthread,...He did?? Kew-el! (I suggested it to Lisa upthread, ummmm, a little belatedly lol...)Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-28792345194656650142012-03-25T19:20:33.288+01:002012-03-25T19:20:33.288+01:00My husband and I adopted our two sons out of foste...My husband and I adopted our two sons out of foster care; the younger one was a target of the abuse and demonstrates a lot--A LOT--of the same characteristics Daryl does in the show. Even four years later, it is taking us a lot of healing, discipline, love, and emotional support to work through issues with both him and his older brother (who is more like Daryl Light than Merle and is far more supportive and loving of his brother), but this is why Daryl's character hits such a note with me as a parent and also as one who grew up in an abusive household. <br /><br />In the fictitious context, time will remain to tell whether Daryl is able to let the people in his new crazy world give him the care and emotional fulfillment he needs, and know in his heart and mind that it won't make him weaker as a person, but stronger.Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-3882035885469033282012-03-25T19:16:35.414+01:002012-03-25T19:16:35.414+01:00Lisa should tweet it to the Big Bald Head address ...Lisa should tweet it to the Big Bald Head address lol. ;-) Still is relevant, even more so now that the 2nd season is over and Daryl has grown in some ways and regressed in others (one could argue either case, I think in light of his distancing himself further from Carol and growing closer in his loyalty to Rick).Everyone and Their Bloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12226555758811435275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-46084787047161148022012-01-09T21:34:46.151+00:002012-01-09T21:34:46.151+00:00I don't know...
Darryl really never holds his ...I don't know...<br />Darryl really never holds his tongue when it comes to just how he feels about something.<br /><br />I think he is settling in with the group and he is finally attaching his feelings to someone besides his brother Merle. Remember is Darryls vision of Merle, Merle said, "no-one is going to care about you but me", and Darryl feels like he's not worthy to love or be loved by anyone who is not family, and the only family Darryl has ever known really is his brother.<br />Now that he and his brother are separated, Darryl's feelings and thoughts are free to be expressed and explored. The emotions and caring for other people are probably overwhelming to him. I think he will be the one who snaps if the group finds out that Sophia was killed by a walker because of Hershel or a member of his family, because of their ways and ideas.<br /><br />Darryl will probably be the one who kills Merle to protect the group or any one member of it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-35262153492170158862011-12-26T06:59:33.567+00:002011-12-26T06:59:33.567+00:00I love your analysis here about Daryl Dixon ill ma...I love your analysis here about Daryl Dixon ill manner but he's ill mannered style is seemingly changing because he can now have some people to talk on to about his problem in life especially in his childhood days.last minute foreverhttp://lastminutefreshdeals.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-84346436301173791792011-12-23T18:38:38.471+00:002011-12-23T18:38:38.471+00:00Figtoria, Reedus is playing Daryl is a "virgi...Figtoria, Reedus is playing Daryl is a "virgin"? Damn! There are just too many damn similarities to this character. Delinquent brother, being closed off from others, using anger to mask other emotions and now he's a virgin? I am allowing a woman in little by little and I am uncertain where it is going or what she wants from me. All I know is that I don't want to be act like a jackass and ever call her anything like Daryl called Carol. I also do not believe they are necessarily going to have anything romantic. Some friendships are based on loss and empathy and don't always go in that direction. At least they never have with me. <br /><br />And I have agreed since Daryl told Andrea that the reason he was so determined to find Sophia was based on his own experiences as a child. <br /><br />His strength and resolve impressed Carol to the point of her caring about him. He wasn't trying to get her to feel that way. And whatever this woman feels for me and I for her, it's also based on looking out for others. We both work as Recovery Coaches in the mental Health care system. We have hurt a lot in our lifetime and are now helping other people pick up the pieces. Now I have to let others be there for me for a change and not take it all on. No more Lone Wolf stage for me.Jaymenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-22576182198989157572011-12-21T19:56:48.302+00:002011-12-21T19:56:48.302+00:00Okay, I know I'm coming to this so late that n...Okay, I know I'm coming to this so late that no one will probably read this, but I only found this blog last night. Great stuff, but I think there are also other things going on with Daryl's anger. <br /><br />First of all, he identifies with Sophia. Essentially, he is out in the woods looking for himself. That's one possible reason why he is so angry at the idea that Carol is willing to give up looking for "him". He feels like that 9 year old boy is being left alone in the woods, with no one looking for him.<br /><br />My other theory ties into your theory around his awakening awareness that he is beginning to be respected within the group, though this has a more personal aspect to it. <br /><br />Daryl sees the look on Carol's face when she's confessing to him that she isn't willing to lose him - even if it means halting the search for her own daughter. Daryl's face clearly shows that he understands the significance of this confession. She cares about him very deeply, perhaps is even growing to love him. His lifetime of abuse and poor self-image make it nearly impossible for him to comprehend how this could be possible. Thus the explosion, "Stupid bitch!" may mean more, "Why would you care about me?"<br /><br />Later, when he is apologizing, you can see that he has adjusted somewhat to the notion that he has value. <br /><br />I think they are leading us down the Carol/Daryl path and I'm okay with that. I think it will be VERY interesting watching how a man like Daryl (whom Reedus claims he is playing as a 'virgin') deals with being given affection and trust for the first time in his life. Great blog, btw!Figtorianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-75207940831640247732011-12-14T04:09:54.117+00:002011-12-14T04:09:54.117+00:00Still fine tuning when it comes to these changes. ...Still fine tuning when it comes to these changes. One thing that has always been with me is that my brother has been in a lot of trouble, like Merle has, and that I am the 'good' one. It's stifled me from being more outgoing and reaching out, especially to women. So, I start out slowly... making platonic connections, like the one's Daryl made with Carol... and yes, they were not romantic gestures. Not all connections one makes are romantic ones, but are still valuable.Jaymenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-2569481646608452002011-12-11T17:49:43.042+00:002011-12-11T17:49:43.042+00:00Jayme, my god, good for you for taking these steps...Jayme, my god, good for you for taking these steps and I think it says a lot about the character and the actor to have done that for you. But you are a truly brave person too, as not everyone has the courage to face their darkest demons either.Chandrahttp://amc.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-53065708455633904582011-12-11T17:05:00.104+00:002011-12-11T17:05:00.104+00:00Jayme thanks for that comment, really good to see ...Jayme thanks for that comment, really good to see that you have taken action towards your goals because of a character we all love. I really hope Norman Reedus see's your comment, would be great to hear his feedback on it. Time to get tweeting :PIain Geddeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06740353273144039684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-31009915212272542832011-12-11T16:55:21.254+00:002011-12-11T16:55:21.254+00:00Awesome Jayme! I don't know you but I am proud...Awesome Jayme! I don't know you but I am proud of you for doing that!<br /><br />A lot of people have given me lip for this post and said that Daryl has every right to be angry and it isn't always that he's covering something up. I agree with them that anger IS a valid emotion sometimes. It's just that so often we use it to hide what we really feel! <br /><br />Again, I am so proud of you for taking those steps to find out if the anger is really anger or if it is masking something else! It may feel strange that a fictional character was the key, but good characters always make us look at ourselves! And if you can find that truth for yourself, who cares what the catalyst is?<br /><br />Best of luck and DON'T GIVE UP!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-92099161880773172952011-12-11T16:20:57.745+00:002011-12-11T16:20:57.745+00:00All these insights about Daryl have really sunk in...All these insights about Daryl have really sunk in and could be applied to my own life. After all, I have used anger to mask over other emotions my whole life, and had a brother who got into all the trouble Merle did and did not want to be like him. Yeah, he's tough, but I'm the one who has the balls to deal with our old lady. Over the past few weeks, I have switched a lot of gears on how I react to things. I am now taking risks instead of getting pissed off that things don't happen, I am taking the steps toward these goals. I'm letting people in and I just started work in a crisis center. I've learned that true courage is letting people close even more than dealing with intense situations. Strange, that all this started because I had all these insights into a fictional character. I suppose I needed to sort this out unintentionally without trying.Jaymenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-49852234367865767672011-12-06T02:17:48.435+00:002011-12-06T02:17:48.435+00:00Sweet job Lisa! Sometimes what comes to mind with ...Sweet job Lisa! Sometimes what comes to mind with Daryl is Shrek. Why you ask? Because Ogers are like onions (as said by Shrek). There are many layers with an oger. Now I'm not comparing Daryl to an oger (I cringe even thinking about it) but Daryl is a wonderful onion. The man is full of layers! You never know what you'll get and he'll even make you cry. Love Norman!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-65979948980027038042011-12-06T01:43:19.618+00:002011-12-06T01:43:19.618+00:00Excellent, in-depth analysis!! I've said since...Excellent, in-depth analysis!! I've said since Season 1 that it's not the way the character's written, it's Reedus' interpretation of the character that gives Daryl his depth & complexity. Reedus rocks! But we knew that...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-35610080696752666182011-12-05T21:50:37.176+00:002011-12-05T21:50:37.176+00:00The only I can say, I can't February to contin...The only I can say, I can't February to continue on the series! I have some my of my family hooked on it, thanks to be, we love the show! To my fab cast Daryl and Shane, I'm your number one fan, don't you forget!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-33547479976369046082011-12-05T19:57:38.224+00:002011-12-05T19:57:38.224+00:00I agree with Lisa but Dave has an excellent point ...I agree with Lisa but Dave has an excellent point as well. Merle is the only blood family link left in this post-apocalyptic time for Daryl, and everybody is trying to hang on (harder than ever) to whatever is left that still makes them believe in humanity and the world. <br /><br />Having Merle gone would mean that Daryl is now really--really alone, and for somebody that has never had a good rooted 'sense-of-self' is 100 times more scarier. Having worked with orphans who have been abused, they would take an abusive family rather than being alone in the world. Kind of like: "I would rather get beat up for losing the deer to a zombie, and having to eat squirl instead, than having to eat the deer alone." <br /><br />So yes, being angry is the easiest course of action because as draining as it is, it gives you a sense of control (real or not) it is more comforting for any human being than being vulnerable. <br /><br />Lisa and Dave loved the psych analysis!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-70417926701061742902011-12-05T17:11:34.773+00:002011-12-05T17:11:34.773+00:00Norman just tweeted this link - spot on analysis a...Norman just tweeted this link - spot on analysis and kudos to Norman for the intensity of his acting that warrants such an in depth analysis!Beatrix Kiddonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-62258305589782845382011-12-05T17:05:43.277+00:002011-12-05T17:05:43.277+00:00Norman Reedus just tweeted this blog, that's h...Norman Reedus just tweeted this blog, that's how I'm reading it. Great job on this!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-19841870318194423472011-12-05T12:30:24.706+00:002011-12-05T12:30:24.706+00:00WOW Lisa I love your insights into Daryl. Thanks f...WOW Lisa I love your insights into Daryl. Thanks for another great blog!Sissynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3796548308962351705.post-64486820986408950922011-12-05T10:03:53.827+00:002011-12-05T10:03:53.827+00:00Top job again Lisa. Very interesting read and a lo...Top job again Lisa. Very interesting read and a lot to take in and think about in regards to Daryl as a character, Norman Reedus as an actor portraying the role, and indeed as the rest of us and how we deal with anger issues etc ourselves. The family life that Daryl lead obviously did not give any way to vent feelings that most of us would take for granted. Anger was probably the one emotion that was constant in the Dixon household. I particularly like your point about Rick trusting him with the role of leading the search-party and how Daryl obviously didnt want to fail. I have said it before on the forum that the only thing I fear is that the new showrunner/ writers will take his character in another path that Frank Darabont originally had.mark agnewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301847292289377791noreply@blogger.com