2084 - Have You Heard the Term Rent Free in English?

The video discusses the concept of recurring thoughts and introduces a listener question about the modern expression 'lives in my mind rent free'. The hosts explore the meaning and usage of this phrase, its cultural context, and the shift in mental health awareness. They also provide strategies to cope with negative thoughts and related expressions, concluding with a role play example.

What is the main topic discussed at the beginning of the video?

• Recurring thoughts and rumination

• Cooking healthy meals

• Learning a new language

• The importance of exercise

What expression did Akira ask about in the listener question?

• Break a leg

• Hit the nail on the head

• Lives in my mind rent free

• Under the weather

How has the expression 'rent free' evolved in recent years?

• It is used to describe physical spaces

• It is used to describe thoughts that occupy the mind without adding value

• It has become a compliment

• It is used to describe financial freedom

What does the expression 'gnawing at you' mean?

• To be excited about something

• To be constantly bothering or worrying you

• To be indifferent

• To be physically hungry

What cultural shift is discussed in relation to mental health?

• Increased stigma around mental health

• A decline in mental health awareness

• An awakening and acceptance of mental health issues

• A focus on physical health over mental health

What impact did the pandemic have on mental health awareness?

• It made people less empathetic

• It increased awareness and acceptance

• It had no impact

• It decreased awareness

What is one strategy mentioned for dealing with negative thoughts?

• Watching TV

• Physical movement like walking

• Ignoring them

• Eating comfort food

What is a related expression to 'rent free' discussed in the video?

• Living on cloud nine

• Walking on eggshells

• Taking up too much space in your head

• Burning the midnight oil

In the role play, what advice is given to someone stuck on a past friendship?

• To let the friend live rent free in their mind

• To write a letter to the friend

• To confront the friend

• To move on and not let it occupy their mind

What is the significance of the phrase 'rent free' in mental health discussions?

• It highlights the importance of financial stability

• It emphasizes the need to let go of unproductive thoughts

• It encourages holding onto grudges

• It suggests renting a new apartment