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  • @simonegiertz
    @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +1207

    Video title courtesy of my manager Luke.

  • @josephceschini5023
    @josephceschini5023 Před 9 měsíci +4203

    "Feelings are like farts - you gotta let them out while still being respectful of the people around you" might be my favorite quote of the year.

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +538

      Thank you! Heard the "feelings are like farts" quote on Tiktok, but added the second part.

    • @josephceschini5023
      @josephceschini5023 Před 9 měsíci +61

      lol that's the part that makes it a poem

    • @sixoffcenter80
      @sixoffcenter80 Před 9 měsíci +32

      I want that on a throw pillow

    • @pollyb.4648
      @pollyb.4648 Před 9 měsíci +19

      I follow a ""talking" dog, using buttons and he combines words for new meanings. Eg: Farts are "poop play". 😂

    • @ebikescrapper3925
      @ebikescrapper3925 Před 9 měsíci +6

      Yes, let it go but don't make a big fuss about it

  • @krimsonklaww611
    @krimsonklaww611 Před 9 měsíci +1857

    Imagine you get home from work and the light is on for a new message, and you're expecting something super heartfelt, but it just says "don't forget to take out the trash"

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +426

      10/10

    • @NotTheStinkyCheese
      @NotTheStinkyCheese Před 9 měsíci +127

      at least you can claim you never saw it once it has been shredded ;)

    • @blackbelt222
      @blackbelt222 Před 9 měsíci +85

      I like that the note would then become more trash

    • @svenwouters9547
      @svenwouters9547 Před 9 měsíci +38

      ​@@NotTheStinkyCheesethe fact that it's shredded is proof that you have opened the box and have read the message.

    • @Guidje
      @Guidje Před 9 měsíci

      @@svenwouters9547
      ...
      what message?

  • @Patricia_H
    @Patricia_H Před 9 měsíci +590

    You could put this in an art gallery or museum. Have visitors write affirmations for other visitors. It would be such a fun interactive installation. Even have the paper shreds build up and in the end fill the entire room, forcing people to navigate trough the physical representation of words. I would love to have this.

    • @MsFavoriet
      @MsFavoriet Před 8 měsíci +13

      wow that's an amazing idea

    • @mariemeyer2885
      @mariemeyer2885 Před 8 měsíci +6

      Love this concept!

    • @overratedname
      @overratedname Před 8 měsíci

      *opens lid*
      note: “bitch.”
      *bzzzzzzzzz*

    • @tashuntka
      @tashuntka Před 8 měsíci +2

      Someone please do this...💗💖♥️

    • @bolobre4th
      @bolobre4th Před 8 měsíci +4

      this is some marina abramovic level performance art

  • @gabrielaburton-rodriguez5140
    @gabrielaburton-rodriguez5140 Před 8 měsíci +100

    Two things, I feel like this needs to make a regular appearance in your episodes now. As transition screens, or for sign offs. Imagine "three weeks later...." then it shreds. So good. Second, I would certainly buy this if you made it and sold it in your shop.
    Okay, a third thing. I would write "I want to tell you a secret. Flip me over..." By the time they read it, and learn they need to flip the paper, it will be shredding, and leave them with the existential dread of never knowing. I'd only use it for my enemies though...

  • @weirdxchicky
    @weirdxchicky Před 9 měsíci +329

    I'd put my worries into the box. write down the worry, put it in the box, turn the light on. Go and reflect on the worry, and come back to shred it when I've processed and let the worry go!

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +100

      That's really nice! I like that it becomes a 2 step process

    • @jlt131
      @jlt131 Před 9 měsíci +6

      that's fantastic

    • @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721
      @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 Před 9 měsíci +6

      Love that. I think this is Simone's most poetic project.

    • @alyonakrasnova7828
      @alyonakrasnova7828 Před 9 měsíci +2

      Perfect!

    • @tessiepinkman
      @tessiepinkman Před 9 měsíci +3

      That's so smart. When I have something that's weighing me down I usually write it down on a piece of paper and burn it. That has been my process since I was about 14 (I'm 33 now). It works for me.

  • @paranoiarpincess
    @paranoiarpincess Před 9 měsíci +527

    "Few things are more satisfying than when two things that have nothing to do with each other, perfectly fit" is basically what a relationship is.

    • @SheriSoltes
      @SheriSoltes Před 9 měsíci +10

      Word

    • @Qexilber
      @Qexilber Před 9 měsíci +5

      LOL yeah you're right
      I would love to experience that at some point.

    • @TheArcher101
      @TheArcher101 Před 9 měsíci +2

      And the fun part of a relationship

  • @stevemammarella
    @stevemammarella Před 9 měsíci +3

    "I'm either about to have a really good idea or I'm about to sneeze. I can't really tell which one. No, it's just a sneeze." - this spoke to me on so many levels

  • @MorrisonManor
    @MorrisonManor Před 9 měsíci +157

    I once made a suggestion box for work that used a long sheet of black vinyl in an s-roller configuration to store written suggestion papers submitted on one roller while simultaneously releasing pre-shredded paper from the other roller into a clear plastic bin, below. It was hilarious watching the reactions of folks who saw their suggestions being shredded. But it was even better when they started making requests and asking questions like, "Tell me the meaning of life, the universe and everything." on their 'suggestions' and then seeing a stickie on their desk , the next day, with, "42". Eventually, they figured out that if they submitted suggestions on yellow legal paper, the shredding was all white paper.

    • @sweetpea2182
      @sweetpea2182 Před 8 měsíci +2

      You are so smart

    • @scheisstelefonful
      @scheisstelefonful Před 8 měsíci +11

      make another one that shreds the real note, but has a scanner first and just emails you the pdf ;)

    • @MorrisonManor
      @MorrisonManor Před 8 měsíci +3

      @@scheisstelefonful I have a portable Neat scanner that might work but I'm not sure how to handle the emailing part and wonder if the slower action would enhance or take away from the experience of watching the 'shredding'.

    • @ashby7m
      @ashby7m Před 4 měsíci

      as a non maker but a big thinker of doing things that is genius

  • @punkdigerati
    @punkdigerati Před 9 měsíci +822

    "I appreciate you all so much, and sometimes when I think about everything you've done for me I get really overwhelmed & worry that I'm not enough. But I've also worked really hard to set boundaries around my work life & I'm sorry that sometimes affects our relationship. You're the best."

    • @maxomega3
      @maxomega3 Před 9 měsíci +43

      thanks I was looking for this

    • @jamesklem9857
      @jamesklem9857 Před 9 měsíci +8

      Me too! 😊

    • @Gwydion67
      @Gwydion67 Před 9 měsíci +6

      Genius, thanks!
      Missed 2 or 3 important words.
      (Nerd talk, I know... 😜)

    • @Monty0bar
      @Monty0bar Před 9 měsíci +21

      When I find myself violating work/life boundaries, I remind myself that I am a mentor and a role model and should model heathy behavior.

    • @jondw
      @jondw Před 9 měsíci +1

      thank you

  • @sparrow627
    @sparrow627 Před 9 měsíci +477

    "I appreciate you all so much, and sometimes when I think about everything you've done for me I get really overwhelmed. I worry that I'm not enough but I've also worked really hard to set boundaries around my work life. I'm sorry that that sometimes affects our relationship. You're the best."

    • @soulstopper
      @soulstopper Před 9 měsíci +23

      I couldn't figure out "set boundaries" thank you

    • @Hmm...Whats-Their-Name
      @Hmm...Whats-Their-Name Před 9 měsíci +6

      Thanks, bud!

    • @pharynx007
      @pharynx007 Před 9 měsíci +19

      i turned up the resolution to max, and still couldn't get every word, but i got the sentiment at least. thanks for getting what i couldn't!

    • @kleinesren7064
      @kleinesren7064 Před 9 měsíci +2

      thank you!

    • @timplacke1521
      @timplacke1521 Před 9 měsíci +3

      Ahhh... Yea set boundaries makes more sense than spit rainbows 😂

  • @mkdrivingzone
    @mkdrivingzone Před 9 měsíci +5

    "I'm about to have a really good idea or sneeze." has to be an all time favourite quote.
    What my note would say: "Simone is one of the most honest and talented makers out there."

  • @chrisgreen1525
    @chrisgreen1525 Před 8 měsíci +2

    "What did the horse say when it fell down? Help I've fallen and can't giddy up." This is what I would write for my kids to find in the box.

  • @runalunar
    @runalunar Před 9 měsíci +528

    I didn't know Laura's obsession for Aluminium Boxes was so contagious 😂

    • @jule4772
      @jule4772 Před 9 měsíci +1

      hehehehehhe 😀

    • @Sonnenbogen_Henni
      @Sonnenbogen_Henni Před 9 měsíci +16

      I also wondered which feelings she wanted to cofess to Laura by using an aluminium box 😂

    • @thatHARVguy
      @thatHARVguy Před 9 měsíci +2

      It's quite _Al_ consuming.

    • @Gallagher068
      @Gallagher068 Před 9 měsíci +5

      @@Sonnenbogen_Henni Glad I'm not the only one who immediately thought this was Laura related, lol

    • @igualnimp
      @igualnimp Před 9 měsíci

      Everyone loves aluminum. Fascinating metal

  • @coldravioli7839
    @coldravioli7839 Před 9 měsíci +261

    Out of all the things you've made, I feel like this is the one I want to personally own the most. It's just extremely cute.

    • @tree_carcass_mangler
      @tree_carcass_mangler Před 9 měsíci +12

      Hopefully it'll hit the Yetch Store.

    • @emma70707
      @emma70707 Před 9 měsíci +8

      This or the puzzle table for me! I love puzzles. Haha.

    • @MonkeyJedi99
      @MonkeyJedi99 Před 9 měsíci +1

      "Agent Phelps, should you accept this heartfelt note or not, it will self-destruct in 5 seconds."

  • @erictheriault9881
    @erictheriault9881 Před 9 měsíci +15

    See that L. May MFG. aluminum lunch box warmed my heart so much! Made in my hometown so miners can take their lunch underground and have a place to sit to eat. These lunchboxes are engrained in memory of my Grandfathers, my dad and uncles. And seeing what you did with my grand-papa's old lunch box, something that the women in my life would fill with food/love, was amazing, sentimental and absolutely made my day.
    Merci beaucoup!!!

  • @ElectroBOOM
    @ElectroBOOM Před 8 měsíci +179

    What you make is always an inspiring good idea!

    • @3nertia
      @3nertia Před 8 měsíci +2

      SURPRISE ELECTROBOOM!

    • @majaabjetzt5790
      @majaabjetzt5790 Před 8 měsíci +2

      So are we going to see a video where you make a similar device except that the paper turns into smoke and flames under an electric arc? (And not to forget triggers the smoke detector) all on the premise of not having to deal with those stupid paper shreds?

    • @IndigoWhiskey
      @IndigoWhiskey Před 7 měsíci

      well that really does explain alot!

  • @robshamel3210
    @robshamel3210 Před 9 měsíci +294

    “What I like most about you is how you keep every card, letter and even all the tiny hand written notes I’ve ever given to you. Please don’t ever change!”

    • @pluto9000
      @pluto9000 Před 9 měsíci +5

      😂

    • @fdagpigj
      @fdagpigj Před 9 měsíci +25

      They'd puzzle back together the shreds. We need to add a lighter that burns the paper to be extra sure.

    • @thatHARVguy
      @thatHARVguy Před 9 měsíci +8

      @@fdagpigj Build it on a wood burning stove or hamster cage.

    • @KingdomOfDaylightsDauphin
      @KingdomOfDaylightsDauphin Před 9 měsíci

      Use a cross-shedder inside for extra security!@@fdagpigj

    • @safaiaryu12
      @safaiaryu12 Před 9 měsíci

      Incredible

  • @pashmit
    @pashmit Před 9 měsíci +368

    I’d write that one family recipe my wife keeps bugging me to write down

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +147

      "you have three seconds" 😂

    • @ushere5791
      @ushere5791 Před 9 měsíci +22

      cue "mission impossible" music... @@simonegiertz

    • @ICanCreateThat
      @ICanCreateThat Před 9 měsíci +12

      The Krabby Patty formula?!?!

    • @pashmit
      @pashmit Před 9 měsíci +3

      @@ICanCreateThat I’ll never tell

    • @A-betterMe
      @A-betterMe Před 9 měsíci +6

      Better do it on the first note coz she'll have figured the timings and grab it😂

  • @DreOnly
    @DreOnly Před 8 měsíci +45

    You're way more than enough, everything you have done is an inspiration. You're already a role model as is, everything you do now is appreciated but not expected.

  • @adriantp_
    @adriantp_ Před 9 měsíci +19

    Simone, we appreciate you too. Thank you for the kind note at the end.
    Also I feel like I can speak for most of us in saying: you are enough, and your videos bring us joy whenever they appear. You living a healthy life and having the spoons to put into making a video is more important than any perceived obligation to follow a schedule. We will still love your videos and your perspective and your ideas and your passion, whether they come out once a week or once every blue moon.

  • @greentape7817
    @greentape7817 Před 9 měsíci +324

    I remember a previous video where you and Laura are talking about your respective processes, and you are both questioning whether you can refer to yourselves as artists, and I dunno if your feelings on the matter have changed since then but I just want to tell you YOU ARE and THIS IS ART and THIS IS VERY VERY GOOD ART

    • @BrooksMoses
      @BrooksMoses Před 9 měsíci +4

      YES THIS.

    • @jtosety
      @jtosety Před 8 měsíci +2

      Agreed: this is the overlap of art and engineering

    • @juliamccoey7496
      @juliamccoey7496 Před 8 měsíci

      Such good art. Please see this Simone and start entering some art competitions; you will win. You have a gift, AND you've worked to build creative skill in yourself. You're an inspiration

  • @smay745
    @smay745 Před 9 měsíci +311

    I’d probably have it read, “You’ve always been my favorite child” just to mess with my kids. 😂

    • @markmahowald7866
      @markmahowald7866 Před 9 měsíci +6

      And write it to every one of them

    • @thekaxmax
      @thekaxmax Před 9 měsíci +7

      @@markmahowald7866 just once, but put no name on it

    • @thatHARVguy
      @thatHARVguy Před 9 měsíci +14

      @@thekaxmax "Which one? WHO!?!"
      *BetterHelp intensifies*

    • @adamkuhn8496
      @adamkuhn8496 Před 9 měsíci +7

      My kids know they come right after the cat.

    • @johnferreira93
      @johnferreira93 Před 9 měsíci +1

      It would be perfect because then there would be no hard evidence to actually refute it

  • @tinkeriddins2851
    @tinkeriddins2851 Před 9 měsíci

    I go to a retreat where we have a "burning bowl ceremony". The fire gets to eat anything (written down) we want out of the fronts of our minds, our lives... It can be traits we want to work on removing, negative self talk, divorce papers, etc. Our fall retreat doesn't always have dry weather (the bowl is really a outdoor fire pit) and this would be a perfect rainy day stand in. Not having your skill set, I wonder if you would sell this. Or maybe have detailed plans that someone in our group could follow. Hopefully. There's an indoor fire place where we could burn the shreds, not needing privacy at that point. We could sure use your genious❣️ Thanks, Simone.

  • @BringOnTheRainxx3
    @BringOnTheRainxx3 Před 9 měsíci +1

    this could be such a cool museum piece. each person leaves a message for the next

  • @jaredkent9739
    @jaredkent9739 Před 9 měsíci +29

    "I will fois gras words of affirmation down the throats of everybody that I love" is the greatest phrase I've ever heard and also hits way too close to home. I feel that so hard.

  • @TheMarinamatt
    @TheMarinamatt Před 9 měsíci +51

    About your last note: you are the only youtuber i have notifications on for and when i recieve one it makes my day, thank you and anything you do is incredible because of who you are, dont put yourself into pressure to keep any level of quality you think we expect

  • @timothybridge8662
    @timothybridge8662 Před 9 měsíci +1

    "Ahhhh help me! I'm being shredded! I am just an innocent piece of paper!"

  • @pauljones9150
    @pauljones9150 Před 9 měsíci +105

    I would use it to start a detective movie.
    Victim walks into the room. Sees the metal lunch box. Is curious and opens it. The note says "The killer is behind you", they turn and scream. Camera does a close up of their face. Cut to black, and start the intro credits, with light jazz in the background.

    • @CircuitrinosOfficial
      @CircuitrinosOfficial Před 9 měsíci +8

      it would be great for a murder mystery or escape room

    • @shyeahright
      @shyeahright Před 9 měsíci +4

      Lol it’s a serial killer, and this is his signature move. Movie is called THE BOX.

  • @paulstrife
    @paulstrife Před 9 měsíci +241

    I'm so glad Simone is happy and healthy, always inspiring!

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +125

      me too :)

    • @OfficiallySnek
      @OfficiallySnek Před 9 měsíci +4

      I'm so glad that you're glad that Simone is happy and healthy, always inspiring

  • @turkburg7816
    @turkburg7816 Před 4 měsíci +2

    "I appreciate you all so much, and sometimes when I think about everything you've done for me I get really overwhelmed & worry that I'm not enough. But I've also worked really hard to set boundaries around my work life & I'm sorry that that sometimes affects our relationship. You're the best."
    That's really understandable Simone, we'll always be here to support you. Keep rocking.

  • @FishPit
    @FishPit Před 9 měsíci

    Something poetic about the clogged toilet one going in the shredder a little wonky. Love this.

  • @Jrodimus
    @Jrodimus Před 9 měsíci +88

    I think maybe I'd use the confession box more as a "things I need to let go box". I'd write down something that I am struggling with letting go, place it in the box, and when I think I'm ready to watch it go away, let the box do its magic. Also I think I'd add a slot in the lid to feed the message without opening it. I'm already designing that part for 3D printing even though I don't have the skill to make the box itself. P.S. You're great!

    • @TiffanyLeClair
      @TiffanyLeClair Před 9 měsíci +4

      I’m thinking “incinerator”… but also thinking of the massive fire hazard that could cause. Lol! But I like the idea!

    • @Jrodimus
      @Jrodimus Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@TiffanyLeClair I think your incinerator idea might be something to put in the "Let things go" box. I don't know you but I can confidently say that neither of us should be making such things lol. (But if you do it I wanna see)

    • @ajnormandgroome
      @ajnormandgroome Před 9 měsíci +1

      Love this

    • @ianlee4565
      @ianlee4565 Před 9 měsíci +1

      I like the idea of a “things I need to let go of box” because there is just some stuff I-and my entire family-have been holding onto for too long, so it would definitely be nice to see them shredded away :).

  • @pameladaley955
    @pameladaley955 Před 9 měsíci +75

    This may be the most brilliant build you've ever done, Simone! Perfect idea; perfect execution (especially the ideas self-talk!); thoughtful/charming/elegant structure achieved!!

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +53

      Aw thank you!! Always feel a bit insecure about videos so hearing that means a lot.

    • @jakeburri649
      @jakeburri649 Před 9 měsíci +4

      @@simonegiertz Don't forget it Simone you're the GOAT!

    • @emma70707
      @emma70707 Před 9 měsíci +1

      ​@@realcreature3D, agree. I'd buy both, probably.

  • @brennabee868
    @brennabee868 Před 9 měsíci +5

    My note to my partner would be: "this box & shredder combo accurately represents how my brain handles memories, but to me you are unforgettable" 😂 when I started dating my partner 8+ years ago we used the phrase "trash compactor brain" to describe how my brain handles many long-term memories. 5 years of data can condensed down into maybe 1-2 things I am able to remember from that time (trauma and PTSD do not work wonders for the mind). I love this shredder concept!

  • @ZharelAnger
    @ZharelAnger Před 8 měsíci +4

    Your library ladder brought back so many memories. I scaled them at the U of I archives. They were wider and with handrails but were far more difficult to move: Giant stacks of shelves with more writing than could be read in a lifetime. Reality as it is, we are always reinviting because life is rich. Live your own. Create your own.

  • @buckaroobunnyslippers
    @buckaroobunnyslippers Před 9 měsíci +62

    Love it! It's like Banksy designed a lunch box for Ethan Hunt, and you somehow also managed to make it heart warming!

  • @LilithBlack333
    @LilithBlack333 Před 9 měsíci +127

    “Feelings are like farts you gotta to let them out but still be respectful of those around you” is genius way to put it I will be using it for helping kids with big feelings

    • @FLOODOFSINS
      @FLOODOFSINS Před 9 měsíci

      I know exactly where I need to shove this can of febreze at now.

    • @Widdekuu91
      @Widdekuu91 Před 9 měsíci

      As a grownup with big feelings, just keep in mind that traumadumping is something you can't really controll, so the guideline is nice, but kids need to be able to let feelings out whenever they need to, unless it is a really exrreme occassion.

    • @FLOODOFSINS
      @FLOODOFSINS Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@Widdekuu91 you'll love this story then, a DJ at a local radio station here felt the need to trauma dump on everyone during the morning drive-time by announcing over the air that his dog had died and he started crying on air. I mean wtf?

    • @Widdekuu91
      @Widdekuu91 Před 9 měsíci

      Sounds like someone with a heart, unlike you. @@FLOODOFSINS

    • @neva.2764
      @neva.2764 Před 9 měsíci +2

      ​@@Widdekuu91This. Minus the 'unlike you' part.

  • @matthijndijkstra25
    @matthijndijkstra25 Před 9 měsíci

    That press the button on open mechanism is so satisfying. So simple and effective.

  • @thetazlord
    @thetazlord Před 8 měsíci +1

    I don't typically give words of affirmation to too many people but I'll give it a shot here.
    "Your beauty captured my eye, but it's your brilliance, creativity and quirky wit that truly captured my heart."

  • @christiangoett
    @christiangoett Před 9 měsíci +113

    About the note at the end: You will always be more than enough. You are an amazing person who makes wonderful and inspiring videos, and I love every single one of them. I know it's hard not to worry, but I also know that I and I'd bet an immense amount of other people are really grateful for you. So, thank you! :)

  • @alexpovivity1065
    @alexpovivity1065 Před 9 měsíci +74

    If I had a confession box I'd leave it for my mom. "hey mama I'm trans and I'm scared that you wont love me the same if you knew"
    She's told me countless times that nothing would make her love me less, and she's been so supportive of everything in my life but i dont know if i could ever get those words out of my mouth.

    • @c0athanger
      @c0athanger Před 9 měsíci +17

      You'll do it when you're ready, honey.
      And if when you do... She reacts in a way that upsets you negatively... You have a brand new lesbian Aunty that loves and supports you very much ❤️

    • @annoyingkid48
      @annoyingkid48 Před 9 měsíci +11

      It’s damn scary to say out loud for the first time. I did four years ago, and only after I couldn’t stand keeping it inside myself any longer. You’ll know when you have to, and don’t wait any longer than that moment. I know I wouldn’t be here today if I hadn’t told my ma when I did.

    • @carinen8119
      @carinen8119 Před 9 měsíci +7

      You are worthy. I hope you're able to share this with her one day and to receive the acceptance and unconditional love you deserve.

    • @HassanSelim0
      @HassanSelim0 Před 8 měsíci +2

      I hope you can do it, took me a lot of time to do it myself, literally sat silent around my mum for hours until I managed to start the conversation. It obviously took her a few days to understand everything (nobody talks about that stuff here in Egypt) but she's now very supportive of me, we're actually much closer now, the closest we've been in a decade or more. (my dad though, that's a whole other story)
      BTW it took me 32 years to figure out myself, it's never too late.
      Edit: also one tip that could help, try to remember dysphoric moments from your life that your mum would remember, you might be surprised that she remembers them but couldn't really understand what you were going through (eg: times when you wanted to hide your body, moments when you cringed hard when she complemented your masculinity/femininity or called you a man/woman), this will help bridge the empathy and will strengthen the bond you have.

  • @johngoepel5263
    @johngoepel5263 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'd put in my moms Tuna fish pasta salad recipe.
    ~MOM'S TUNA-MACARONI SALAD~
    1 package (6 or 7 ounces) shell macaroni
    1 cup cubed Cheddar cheese
    1 can (7 ounces) tuna, drained
    3/4 cup sliced sweet pickles (chopped)
    1/3 cup minced onion
    1 cup mayonnaise
    3/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon pepper
    2 cloves garlic, crushed
    Cook macaroni. Drain; rinse with cold water.
    Combine macaroni, cheese, tuna, pickles and onion in large bowl. Stir together salad dressing, salt, pepper and garlic; pour over macaroni mix- ture and toss. Cover; chill at least 3 hours. If dry, add pickle juice.
    6 TO 8 SERVINGS.

  • @SumNutOnU2b
    @SumNutOnU2b Před 9 měsíci +72

    When I woke up this morning, watching Simone build a love machine out of a paper shredder and a metal lunchbox was NOT what I thought I'd be doing today.

  • @jlcurran1
    @jlcurran1 Před 9 měsíci +57

    Why is this soo cute?!
    Hope it gets added to the store ☀️

  • @flamingmonkeyxii
    @flamingmonkeyxii Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'd write, "Quick! It's right behind you!"

  • @luizotavio2116
    @luizotavio2116 Před 9 měsíci

    "Paper shredding is my kink" would be my submission to the secret box

  • @CCSMrChen
    @CCSMrChen Před 9 měsíci +61

    Shoutout to Don as an unseen but essential pillar of support of this channel.

  • @Borealis_Whippets_BC
    @Borealis_Whippets_BC Před 9 měsíci +23

    If I had a confession box, I wouldn't actually write a "confession" on it, I would draw a random picture, then after it gets shredded I would pull all the shredded paper out and puzzle it back together in a new picture and see what I get.

  • @christophercaldwell6888
    @christophercaldwell6888 Před 9 měsíci

    This reminds me of the bit that the old 1960s show "Mission Impossible" always started with where the group leader (Stephen Hill, Peter Graves) would start the show getting the mission from a tape recorder which would then destroy the tape after 10 seconds.
    Dunno if the new movies kept this bit - don't care. They just aren't the same.
    Amazing as usual!

  • @AlsoKnownAsAwkward
    @AlsoKnownAsAwkward Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'm not catholic, but I feel like this would be a great alternative to spoken confessionals. All the priest has to do is open the little self-shredder box and then pass it back through the curtain.

  • @madcow3417
    @madcow3417 Před 9 měsíci +77

    I love you in exactly the magnitude and direction that is appropriate for a disembodied voice from the internet. That really needs some safety features, like a light gate, because I would totally lose a finger desperately trying to save a message.

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +75

      If it brings you any comfort I am very embodied

    • @patrickcollier7090
      @patrickcollier7090 Před 9 měsíci +6

      @@simonegiertz That's exactly what a disembodied internet voice would say! 🤣

    • @PatrickKniesler
      @PatrickKniesler Před 9 měsíci +7

      It also needs more unsafety features, like making the chamber underneath incinerate the shreds.

    • @madcow3417
      @madcow3417 Před 9 měsíci +4

      @@topherthe11th23 I did a jaw drop when I read her comment. I'm pretty sure it didn't mean what we think it means. I couldn't think of a non-awkward response, so thanks for falling on that grenade for me.

    • @ianjohnson8419
      @ianjohnson8419 Před 9 měsíci +3

      It’s like a Banksy machine. Doodle a one-of-kind priceless artwork on a notecard, then they get 5 seconds to appreciate it before it shreds itself.

  • @Enn-
    @Enn- Před 9 měsíci +9

    With a slight modification, this is exactly the kind of message device Dianna would love. The mod - make it produce a message, rather than shred it. When she feels she has the energy for a message, she opens the box, and a preloaded message pops up for her to enjoy. Kyle could load the machine with select encouraging messages from family, friends, and followers for her to enjoy at her own pace.

  • @paulsalverda1246
    @paulsalverda1246 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Take all the love confetti and cast them in resin. A love confetti paperweight? Turn it on a lathe and make a love confetti vase? So many ideas! Thank you Simone.

  • @steveeason2207
    @steveeason2207 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'd confess that its me that goes around every workshop on the planet hiding the 10mm sockets from everyone's socket sets when their backs are turned.

  • @earltroske
    @earltroske Před 9 měsíci +8

    This has to be one of the best things you've ever invented. Not only is it silly and fun, it's actually practical in mentally healthy sort of way.
    Thank you for making and sharing.

  • @resurgam_b7
    @resurgam_b7 Před 9 měsíci +10

    That library ladder is amazing, I need one, even though I don't have things stored higher than I can reach, or a workshop in which those non-existent things would be stored 😂
    You might want to secure your hair when using tools with rapidly rotating components. You had me holding my breath as you were leaning over the table saw cutting the boards to size 😬
    I feel like it needs a microphone and a sound clip that plays "This message will self destruct in 5 seconds!" in an ominous robot voice when the box opens.

  • @HomeAutoBuddy
    @HomeAutoBuddy Před 5 měsíci

    Lovely thing! One step up had to be if you added a thermal printer that prints something positive, from a database, feed from a social media flow or crowd collected "happiness thoughts". Voila, it prints directly to the shredder and you always got something positive to reflect on when you open it :)

  • @louburnett6782
    @louburnett6782 Před 9 měsíci +6

    This low key / high key GENIUS. You should get these made. My note would say “you are like my bra, you support me and hold everything together”. Great work as always Simone ❤

  • @icarusgaming6269
    @icarusgaming6269 Před 9 měsíci +29

    You need to add a customizable timer for longer messages. That last one was a perfect example of its limitations. Also I love the idea of someone combining this with a Polaroid to just use it as an analogue Snapchat

    • @jyvben1520
      @jyvben1520 Před 9 měsíci +1

      a stack of paper and a pencil would be nice, bonus if it also has a pencil sharpener.

  • @tejaswinik
    @tejaswinik Před 9 měsíci +48

    I think all machines are love machines if you LOVE MACHINES ❤️

    • @simonegiertz
      @simonegiertz  Před 9 měsíci +30

      I'm going to use this defence in comment court

  • @skaffen
    @skaffen Před 8 měsíci +3

    Not only it's creative, it's also well-executed. If the shredding was too slow or too fast, it wouldn't have this dramatic feeling.

  • @smellsofbikes
    @smellsofbikes Před 9 měsíci

    "feelings are like farts: you have to let them out while being respectful of others" isn't the best part of this video but it's what I'm going to remember the longest

  • @paulwatson1192
    @paulwatson1192 Před 9 měsíci +9

    Simone, you're one of the reasons I still watch CZcams. Your personality and passion for cool things are infectious to the point that my kids are now starting to create new and cool things.

  • @glazdarklee1683
    @glazdarklee1683 Před 9 měsíci +46

    OMG! Banksy is actually Simone! It all makes sense now. Also, there's a moment at 7:53 that is almost unbearably cute.

    • @N.J.A.
      @N.J.A. Před 9 měsíci

      Agreeed!!!

    • @gulliverbear
      @gulliverbear Před 9 měsíci +1

      I wonder who "he" is?

    • @N.J.A.
      @N.J.A. Před 9 měsíci

      same thought 🤗@@gulliverbear

  • @SuperDrummerJay
    @SuperDrummerJay Před 9 měsíci

    I think the addition of the light, showing a new message is there, was a great idea. If you opened it, and nothing was there to read, it would be kind of a let down. Knowing there is something waiting to be read makes this 100% better!

  • @naikrovek
    @naikrovek Před 9 měsíci

    "shred after feeling" I love this.

  • @lnt305
    @lnt305 Před 9 měsíci +89

    Wait, I thought BetterHelp had this huge scandal about selling their users‘ sensitive data and also treating their staff poorly? But they keep being featured as sponsors wherever I go on CZcams

    • @Valkyrieya
      @Valkyrieya Před 9 měsíci

      Yeah, I've heard people say they've been more traumatised on betterhelp, because some people use it to prey on vulnerable people

    • @tree8210
      @tree8210 Před 9 měsíci +24

      yeah... betterhelp kind of sucks. plus, a lot of their therapists aren't legit and everyone i know has had a bad experience with them. it's frustrating that they keep getting sponsorship deals with youtubers :/

    • @kogababe
      @kogababe Před 9 měsíci +8

      Because money

    • @Greenhourglass
      @Greenhourglass Před 9 měsíci

      Yep betterhelp is a scam. Really sick of seeing people take sponsorships from them

    • @drwex
      @drwex Před 9 měsíci

      My wife is a therapist in private practice and she knows multiple people whose online listings/profile have been scraped and added to BetterHelp without any discussion or consent. Yes, get a therapist when you need one. But get one from an ethical organization.@@tree8210

  • @kevanstreeter2431
    @kevanstreeter2431 Před 9 měsíci +14

    You need to patent this Simone, it is brilliant. I love it and I bet I wouldn't be alone having that feeling.

  • @timallen2336
    @timallen2336 Před 8 měsíci

    "Some days I don't feel like writing you a note. Today is not one of those days". Great invention!

  • @SHRUGGiExyz
    @SHRUGGiExyz Před 8 měsíci +1

    My confession would be "I lied, there are no left handed screwdrivers... _yet_ "

  • @FuncleChuck
    @FuncleChuck Před 9 měsíci +12

    A robot that tells me how you feel is about the most adorable thing I’ve ever heard of.

  • @IcedForce
    @IcedForce Před 9 měsíci +11

    I just love how the little slip of paper escaping seems to make the machine more perfect than it is.

  • @phantomfluffy
    @phantomfluffy Před 9 měsíci +1

    Man I love all of the thingamabobs, dohickeys, gadgets, gizmos and whatchamacallits Simone makes

  • @ian_simbotin
    @ian_simbotin Před 8 měsíci

    Hey, Simone. I just found your channel via PhysicsGirl. You posted an update on her channel, I guess it was 6 mo ago. I mean, an update on Dianna's health, and I just wanted to send her lots of love. I believe this particular video of yours is very appropriate for my trying to convey feelings to someone like Dianna. You being her friend, and keeping in touch with her via her hubsy. Lots of love to her and her hubsy and her family and her doctors and nurses, etc. And lots of love to you too. I hope Dianna recovers fully; she's the kind of person who can restore one's hope in humanity.

  • @davidfalterman8713
    @davidfalterman8713 Před 9 měsíci +11

    This was so lovely and charming, I would 10/10 use a “share hard feelings and/or jokes” box with a partner!!

  • @oscoto
    @oscoto Před 8 měsíci +4

    This is your absolute best yet piece. I was not sure at first description but the end product has so many levels and it makes me smile. Thank you. Another old guy that loves your work.

  • @giandina85
    @giandina85 Před 9 měsíci

    admitting that i was wrong about a certain argument would be totally my go to note. need to be destroyed instantly and denied it ever existed afterwards.

  • @sgsax
    @sgsax Před 9 měsíci +1

    This may be your most delightful invention yet. Fun and thoughtful at the same time. Thank you for the joy you bring to those who have joined you on your journey, myself included

  • @mariemeyer2885
    @mariemeyer2885 Před 8 měsíci +6

    Please don't chase perfection! Being who you are and doing what you love is enough power to make perfection turn on it's heels and run for the hills. Love you Simone.

  • @Zachafinackus
    @Zachafinackus Před 9 měsíci +15

    Remember, BetterHelp sells your health data to outside companies!

    • @prodestrian
      @prodestrian Před 9 měsíci

      I looked this up and there's a great article from March 2023 by The Verge which explains the FTC case about this. Apparently from 2017 to 2020 BetterHelp shared patient data (IP addresses and emails) with advertisers like Facebook. This isn't anything out of the ordinary, whenever you buy from an online shop the same thing happens. But because BetterHelp promised their customers that their data was being kept private, they're being charged with making misleading claims (up to $8million which will be paid to customers who used their service between 2017-2020). Not sure where the case is at now, the FTC website is undergoing maintenance so I can't check.
      Personally I wouldn't care if Facebook found out that I use a service like this and showed me targeted ads based on it. But I'm sure there are many scenarios for others where this could be very distressing. And I absolutely would be angry if I was told explicitly that my data was being kept private.
      Edit: I'm not in the USA and I'm definitely not a legal expert, so I have no idea if there's also talk of a HIPAA violation here.

    • @galaxychill9578
      @galaxychill9578 Před 6 měsíci +1

      how don't more people know this??

  • @TheSierra254
    @TheSierra254 Před 9 měsíci

    I'd definitely write something like: "Good job for not dying today!" and then just repeat that every day.

  • @JasonPatz
    @JasonPatz Před 9 měsíci

    That yellow light is the perfect finishing touch. Great idea. Great execution. I mean good job bringing your concept to life. I don't think you killed somebody.

  • @tessiepinkman
    @tessiepinkman Před 9 měsíci +10

    This is a flippin' amazing idea! Ooh what I'd do to have one. But I'm absolutely useless when it comes to building stuff. Or, alright, that was a lie. I'm quite good at it.
    But I am;
    1) *broke*
    2) *living in a very small apartment and have no way of getting this done right here.*
    But thank you so much for making me happy! Your videos always bring me such joy. And pride of being Swedish! :D

  • @vaneulman
    @vaneulman Před 9 měsíci +3

    I loved this video so so much! Thank you for making something this sweet and pure, and thank you for sharing yourself with us, you're such an inspiration.
    For my confession note I'd write "Hey, wishful thinker, what if this is Simone's favorite answer?"

  • @birwin
    @birwin Před 9 měsíci

    I love the warmth and intention behind this build. This really cheered me up today. Thanks Simone

  • @JockMcBile
    @JockMcBile Před 9 měsíci

    How much joy and laughs, I receive from watching Your videos. Thank You.

  • @mitchy.french1545
    @mitchy.french1545 Před 9 měsíci +4

    This is such a sick little build and fun idea for a shop!!! So much creativity. I’d love to see it rechargeable!!

  • @srslyboomer
    @srslyboomer Před 9 měsíci +4

    While I love the episodes where things go....Not Well, and we get to see the "persevere through adversity and end up with something maybe not as originally envisioned but still pretty cool", I loved watching your joy at Things Unexpectedly Fitting Perfectly First Try. It's great to have both kinds of experiences :) Thanks Simone!

  • @sophiagwen
    @sophiagwen Před 9 měsíci

    In 50 seconds I've never been more called out... or seen... than this.

  • @TaylorAmes
    @TaylorAmes Před 9 měsíci

    I love the idea of leaving completely unhelpful notes in there. Then when you get annoyed at the unhelpfullness of the note, it starts to be shredded. Its like you have telekenisis, but only when you're mildly annoyed.

  • @kndztr
    @kndztr Před 9 měsíci +9

    I really love the work of your cameraman and your editor! But of course, I like you more than I like other people. This is definitely more than great!

  • @wasabirice
    @wasabirice Před 9 měsíci +4

    I would write “you fill me with so much joy that it’s hard to speak sometimes”

  • @christianthmpsn
    @christianthmpsn Před 9 měsíci +1

    You are more than enough Simone. I genuinely see you as an inspiration. I love the crazy ideas you come up with. They are unique and innovative. Creating a work/life balance isn't a bad thing nor should you feel guilt over. It keeps you healthy and sane. Keep being your corky and authentic self.

  • @jeffdavis503
    @jeffdavis503 Před 9 měsíci

    One of the coolest simplest things you have ever made. It is so elegant and meaningful.

  • @AleesaTana
    @AleesaTana Před 9 měsíci +8

    "Feelings are like farts." Simone, I stinking love you!

  • @Dan-56
    @Dan-56 Před 9 měsíci +9

    What an absolutely brilliant idea 💡🗳️! This has to be one of your most thought provoking projects, because it’s something you made to share your inner most thoughts with someone you care about, but making sure it stays just between the two of you.

  • @brettchr777
    @brettchr777 Před 9 měsíci

    You're an inspiration, Simone! Keep the fantastic videos coming!

  • @jeffharvey8283
    @jeffharvey8283 Před 9 měsíci

    That would be a wild way to receive the "it's not you, it's me" message.

  • @MarcosProjects
    @MarcosProjects Před 9 měsíci +19

    This is so much fun, it might be my favorite of your projects (besides Truckla). My wife and I like all kinds of puzzles/riddles, so I think my note would be something like a top line that says "Have fun taping" with some kind of riddle below that she won't have enough time to solve so she'd have to tape all the pieces back together :P And then the solution to the riddle would be something along the lines of "thanks for helping put me back together when I fall apart"