Facing Fear: Lessons from Horror Movies

Curtis and Joe delve into various horror movies' significant impact and thematic elements, discussing their favorite films and the lessons they glean from them. They explore how horror movies like 'Jaws,' 'The Exorcist,' 'Halloween,' 'Silence of the Lambs,' 'An American Werewolf in London,' 'The Ring,' 'The Skeleton Key,' 'Evil Dead 2,' and 'The Shining' convey deeper themes of courage, survival, mental health, and the importance of respecting boundaries. They also share personal anecdotes about their experiences with horror movies and reflect on the broader significance of Halloween. The episode wraps up with both hosts celebrating their wins for the week and offering practical resources and tips. Joe’s Stuff: Win for the week: Weekend at my daughter’s house Resource: https://www.netflix.com/browse/genre/8711 Quote: "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." – The Shining Written obsessively by Jack Torrance, underscores the importance of balance and the dangers of losing oneself to obsessive pursuits. Curt’s Stuff: Win for the Week: I finished the luxury vinyl flooring install in my bathroom. Resource, Tip or Hack: Luxury vinyl flooring from Home Depot Use scrap pieces for the ¼ “ gap on the ends Use a scrap piece of floor for hammering floor together Bought the flooring kit from Harbor Freight that has a pull bar for $10 YouTube videos Quote: "You’re going to need a bigger boat." – Chief Brodie - Jaws Symbolizes the need for preparation and resourcefulness in tackling big challenges. You can support the show by visiting dudesinprogress.com/support. Visit our Facebook page HERE and our Twitter page HERE