#sanders sides anniversary thoughts

[xandriagreat]

Happy birthday Wolf and Happy 7th Anniversary

[loganslowdown4]

Ok I’m very VERY excited about this, this is 5 years in the making…

I’m happy to share that I’m finally completing my Sanders Sides Playlist Breakdowns!

Starting tomorrow (April 5) on Roman’s Playlist 5th anniversary, stay tuned for a long post! ❤️💛💚🤍🩵💙💜

This is something that I’ve wanted to do for so long but because it’s so much writing and I have so many thoughts, I haven’t been able to find the time to do it. THERE IS SO MUCH IN THESE PLAYLISTS!! Joan and Thomas and Talyn didn’t throw these together Willy Nilly 😅

I really hope you guys enjoy these! I’ll be releasing the breakdowns on the anniversaries of when the playlists were released. Thank you for your patience reading them, they’ll be worth the wait, I promise!

[askcosmickins]

apparently I missed the eighth anniversary of Sanders Sides, so…here goes nothing.

eight years is uh…crazy? I guess? I might not have thought we could make it this long, but here we are. a lot happened and I couldn’t have made it through most some of it if it wasn’t for the three idiots who picked me up and showed me that I can, in fact, serve a purpose.

just…don’t tell them I said that.

-Virgil.

[tscritical]

Hi just another anon here. I find criticizing my favorite stuff fun and interesting so I have a thing to bring up.

The way Thomas interacts very actively and personally with his fan base, incorporates fanon into the content to the point where fanon almost defines the series, and makes content that is very “nurturing” in nature (which is also clearly aimed at a younger audience) creates a perfect storm for unhealthy parasocial connections. I will say that this is partially on him (and his team) maybe? Idk

But also that unhealthy parasocial behavior can take on many forms, like feeing that a person can do no wrong, seeing them as a replacement for real human connection, or even (possibly like you and me right now) obsessively looking for things to criticize about the person/overthinking the things they do. We probably wouldn’t be here criticizing Thomas Sanders in such a detailed fashion at all if we didn’t have at least somewhat of a parasocial connection to him. If we detached ourselves from him we would say “yeah, well he’s a celebrity. I don’t even know him, and he probably goes through stuff that isn’t my business. Lack of content happens, so eh. Celebrities advertise because they want to make money. Thomas Sanders isn’t different, and it is what it is.”

We don’t see Thomas and his crew as a for-profit organization because they fostered that image on purpose. All YouTubers do. A relatable guy who would be your friend, even though celebrities aren’t your friends, and they live a very different existence than regular people (valuing status, image, and money in a way regular people don’t)

I won’t go into detail, but I have a very complicated relationship to sanders sides because of this atmosphere of parasocial relationships that is rampant in the fandom. I found sanders sides when I was in a really difficult place mentally, and it was comforting but I also had a sort of… bad feeling about it? It made me physically anxious for a while and I didn’t know why. A lot has happened in my life since then that I’m still processing so my feelings about this are a bit of a mess.

Idk it’s 3am and I’m rambling. Sorry for the long ask, I had some Thoughts

yeah there’s definitely something to be said about the parasocial aspect of it all, even if i don’t quite have the spoons or brain cells to go into a detailed discussion about it

basically Shit’s Complicated lmao

and you’re so right about the fanon influence, it’s especially obvious in the five year anniversary video (for example: when the sides all declare their roles in the “family dynamic” (patton being the dad, logan being the mom, etc) and perpetuating the idea of family being these strictly defined roles. i have nothing good to say about that shit)

[complete-idiot-inc]

Aquatopia Playlist Drop! (Thank you @sxrrandomfanfics for some song suggestions)

Theme of the Story: The Mind Electric.

Theme of First Ring: The Flea Circus

The World: If I were a rich man

Strength: Bad Reputation

Hermit: Theme of Doctor Who (9th era)

Magician: Kyouketsunaru Kyoukou

Chariot: Spear of Justice (5th anniversary)

Death: The Bells

Boss theme: Die-brarian!

Theme of Second Ring: Whispering Rock BGM

Justice: Rät

Temperance: Eternal Youth (Guzheng cover)

Hanged: Medic!

Lovers: One more time (Britany Spears & Jack Black)

Judgment: Here Comes a Thought (Caleb Hyles)

Moon: Ideal And The Real

Boss Theme: Panic Attack!

Theme of Ring 3: Wise Owl Forest (No percussion)

Devil: Welcome to My Mind

Fortune: Junes Theme

High Priestess: Fish inside a Birdcage

Star: Stardust Crusader

Empress: Mama’s Boy (Edit)

Emperor: My Son

Boss Theme: Clocktower (Epic Mickey)

The last couple of songs are going into spoiler territory, so only the song will be listed.

Meat Circus (MOTI)

WAR! (Richaadeb)

The Whims of Fate

You’ll Be Back

Friends on the Other Side (Thomas Sanders)

Pink Elephants (Edit)

Candy Store (Heathers)

You’re So Untrue (Grojband)

Wind-Up Toy

Animal (TLT)

Ready As I’ll Ever Be (Caleb Hyles)

You’re Only Second Rate (Jonathan Young)

Bonus Track: On My Own (Samantha Banks)

[nonbinaryroyalty43]

Lomile (logan x emile) + Orange side is Perception

I'm backkkkk. Did ya miss me?

Characters: Logan Sanders, Emile Picani, Orange Side

Pairing(s): Lomile

Warnings: None I can think of

Summary: Emile thinks Logan forgot about their anniversary. Luckily, he is very wrong.

****

Logan does not have a clue what happened. It's a new experience for him, feeling lost and unsure of the next logical step. To him, nothing should be wrong.

And yet Emile left, seeming upset, after Logan had laid out the plans for their next date. All Emile said was, "I can't do this right now," before walking out. Logan is stumped.

A knock on his door startles Logan out of his thoughts. He straightens and calls, "Come in!"

Orange steps into the room. "Good morning, Logan. Is something wrong?"

Logan considers the question. "Yes, but we can discuss that later. Is there something you needed?'

Orange shrugs, moving to sit on Logan's bed. "Emile is upset about something, but he wouldn't say why. I was wondering if you knew."

"Unfortunately, I do not. I believe I may have been the cause, however." At Orange's inquisitive look, Logan continues. "I told Emile about what plans I have for our next date and he left distressed. I do not know the cause."

"Hm. That is odd. What are the plans?"

"Well, I told him we are going to have a movie marathon with a list of preselected movies. I do not understand his frustration."

"When is this date supposed to take place?"

"This Saturday."

"Ah." An understanding expression dawns on Orange's face. "You do know you anniversary is this Saturday, correct?"

"Of course. The marathon is not the true plan. I was hoping to surprise him with dinner," Logan states, as if it is obvious.

"Emile doesn't know that Logan. To him, it seems like you forgot your anniversary and are just doing a random date."

"Oh." Logan contemplates that for a moment. "I believe I know how to make this right. Will you assist me?"

_____

"I really don't feel up for this, O," Emile says, walking towards the stairs with Orange beside him. "Logan forgot our anniversary and now he's avoiding me. I do not see how a walk in Imagination is going to help."

"Trust me. A walk is just what you need to relax."

Emile swallows his protests, following Orange to the entrance to Imagination. When the two step through, Emile's jaw drops.

The usual castle that stands before the entrance to Imagination is gone, replaced by a forest filled with large evergreen trees. Several strands of fairy lights hang between the trees, lighting up the dark night. A full moon and too many stars to count shine from the sky.

In the center of it all is a lovely table filled with Emile's favorite foods. And in the front of the table is Logan.

Emile steps forward, mouthing still hanging open, just taking in the scene. "Lo, did you...did you do this?"

Logan nods. "With a little help." He gestures towards the Orange Side, who nods and leaves Imagination.

"This is amazing, Lo. I can't believe you did this." Emile moves to Logan, taking his hand.

"I know you were upset because you thought I forgot our anniversary," Logan says, "but I could never forget something this important."

Emile smiles, his eyes tearing just a bit. "I know, Lo. I love you so much."

Logan bends forward gently kiss him. "I love you too, Emile. Happy anniversary."

[noblest-roman-of-them-all]

I've been thinking all day about what I'd like to say, it's supposed to be an anniversary thank you letter, and as such it should be mostly about the subject of celebration, namely, The Sanders Sides series.

But the way this series has impacted me on such a personal level makes it hard not to talk about it without talking about myself and that impact that it has had.

I didn't start watching the series until after both parts of Accepting Anxiety came out. It wasn't long after that that my own mental health and anxiety hit a pretty significant rough patch and having Sander Sides as a type of guide in dealing with my anxiety made a world of difference, I was able to be so much kinder to myself because of the modeling of the series.

Tools like recognizing Häagen-Dazs dispersion cognitive distortions and learning to recognize what were my symptoms of anxiety truly did improve my quality of life. That's not to say I do this perfectly every time, but it is a tool that the series gave me years before I'd be able to get into therapy and that really carried me through in a lot of way.

Talking about The Chart still hurts and it would be a few years after this parties video came out before I would understand why beyond knowing how hurt and belittled I felt at being given my own Chart. Being told that your passions aren't important really leaves a mark.

I've always struggled with intrusive thoughts. Being a trauma survivor, I think it's a requirement. I...for a long time was in denial about my trauma, what it was and the impact it left on me. I thought I was cruel and a monster for writing certain traumas into both my original and fan works. No matter what I did to avoid it, the themes kept returning.

Remus being introduced really did a lot to help me. It relieved that burden of guilt and shame that I had been carrying, but it also made me aware that the intrusion thoughts I was having were like a giant flag that my brain was waving and I realized I was trying to process trauma via fiction. And while I know that wasn't something discussed in the video, it is something that I feel I wouldn't have understood as well or when I did without it.

And then came POF. This is the one that made me understand why I had been so hurt by the Chart I had been given. It wasn't until I saw the wounded expression on Roman's face that I realized that that was what I had felt years before, but had shut out, claiming it didn't hurt, that it was fine and reasonable and all these justifications for something that had wounded me deeply.

The conversation that ended with me having my own Chart didn't just cause an emotional wound, it wounded something even more deeply than that. Because this was given to me by someone who had seemingly once supported me and my ambitions, who seemed to have cared about the things I was doing and creating. So being given the Chart, being very explicitly and literally told I wasn't good enough. It felt like a betrayal. And it wasn't until Roman sank out with that look of hurt and betrayal that I realized that that is thr same kind of hurt I'd been keeping burried for years.

Recognizing that hurt. But I've been able now to take steps to address and heal that wound. I really don't think I would have recognized that with such clarity were it not for this series.

The way this series has helped me has been a bit unconventional, but it has also been invaluable. I truly would not be where I am today without it. So thank you.

Thank you @thatsthat24 and Co. You've really made my life so much better.

[author-chan06]

Logan Sanders & Me

Logan Sanders:

General Personal Info:

Name: Logan Sanders

Age: 31

Pronouns: He/They

Gender: Trans Man

Orientation: Demi-Panromantic, Asexual

From: Sanders Sides

Canon Compliant Personality? Mostly

Relationship With Me: Partner/QPP

Backstory Of Us:

So when I was Roman, I remember, that we actually were not close at all, until the series started. Even at the beginning of the series we weren’t that close, but before then we mainly had only talked during Brainstorming meetings and Patton’s Family Gatherings, and other than that, we stayed in our own areas.

The series was the first thing to push us close enough together, for longer periods of times, that we started actually learning about each other. And despite what the Fanders would believe it was not love at first sight, for either of us, and I actually quite disliked Logan for a while. Even more than I had Virgil really.

As the series went on though, that hate turned to a burgeoning friendship and as I learned more about him and he learned more of me, I found that we were quite similar. There were some set backs and arguments, as I’m sure you knew if you watched the series, but in the end I would have called us friends. Even if I, perhaps, had started to feel a tad differently later on.

Just like most of the others, we started dating around POF, though this was before instead of after. But I started dating him after I had started dating Virgil and before me and Janus had had our talk. Virgil and I hadn’t been on speaking terms at the time, because of my agreeing with Janus during the Wedding episode and I couldn’t talk to Patton or, gods forbid, Janus, about anything, so I sought comfort in the only other side I thought might understand me, and they did understand.

When POF did come around it strained our new relationship status, but we stuck it thought. Logan didn’t want us to be strictly romantic though, and he tried to explain his feelings on the matter— I didn’t quite get it until I started trying to explain my feelings for Janus and found them the same— and so we agreed that we would be queerplatonic and not romantic. He was also one of the least surprised and supportive of my relationship with Remus, as he didn’t see anything wrong with it at all.

My Remus Post talks more about the transition from Roman to Ari and how I felt and learned about all of that, here: Remus’ Post

And now that I’m Ari, we’re still together, and I’m glad that the selfshipping community has allowed me a place to remember and to continue loving Logan and my other darlings. Without it I would be mourning/longing for him with no way to express that understandably.

So I will continue to love Logan as we grow.

Relationship Info: ya

Anniversary: April 1st

Ship Name: #logari

[r0sethrills]

Today is the 3 year anniversary of my attempt and a lot has changed

okay so I'm mostly making this post because I am comfortable enough to talk about what happened (not in detail of course) but this is not for attention or to gain sympathy. this is simply to get all these feelings out. Okay so to give some background this all happened around 2020, my mental health wasn't the greatest, was dealing with family shit and was pretty isolated because of the lockdown. And then one day in the rough enough mental state I was in thought "why should I keep living? I don't bring anything to this world". And soon that thought kept going. about a month I decided it would be best if I just ended it all.

I attempted and the next thing I knew I was in the hospital. The first person that I saw when waking up was my brother. He didn't talk for a bit until I started to talk and he seemed just happy to talk to me. I didn't expect it and thought he would be angry with what I did. He never question me or anything all he did was talk to me. about a week into the hospital and a mental evaluation I was sent home.

Was not given a warm welcome by my parents but my brother definitely was ready for me to come home. Me and my brother had always hung out before but he started hanging out with me more than usual. I appreciated it and we started to bond more.

then right around July I had made a twitch account and soon discovered a series on youtube called sanders sides. Soon I started trying to find people who were in sanders sides as well and I ended up sticking with someone because I found their works cool. Then that person had gotten me into horror and I found even more people that I still stick with. Then that got me into writing and music as well as working on my art skills more.

Right around 2021 is when I felt like things were getting better, started looking into my gender and sexuality identity. But I kept feeling like something was off. kept talking to my therapist and soon I was diagnosed with C-PTSD and persistent depressive disorder. soon I got help with those and during 2022 I was diagnosed with adhd.

I wanted to share my story but I started seeing stories of people who lost family members from them ending their life and I felt guilty at the fact that I survived. But I've come to the realization that those people who've lost family members to that, while it may make them a little sad at the fact they couldn't save their family members they would also be glad that my brother didn't lose me.

now fast forward to this year. I identify as nonbinary aroace, I have 2 chronic illnesses. Those being chronic migraines and endometriosis. I have C-PTSD, PDD, ADHD and Schizophrenia. I love horror and drawing cute creepy things. I write in my spare time and sometimes do a bit of experimental music making. I like to do drag sometimes, playing video games and talking to people. My dream job one day is to become a therapist.

I hope me sharing my story will help some people feel less alone. and please, you are worth. there is someone that loves and cares about you.

[xandriagreat]

Sanders Sides Theory

This theory is about "What makes the perfect gift".

Mostly at the end, with Thomas and Nico hanging out (date)/the message that Thomas wanted to say to Nico. (I know that it is May, don't judge me!)

Thomas was planning to ask Nico to be his boyfriend.

This got me thinking/this theory: what's their state of their relationship before the video?

Here's what I noticed:

In the 5 year anniversary video: Roman said that they should be at the millionth base with Nico. (Which is apparently "Space marriage officiated by Gandolf and Dumbledore")

Also In the 5 year anniversary video: Patton (who did look unsure, maybe still misses Thomas' ex or thought that they're not ready at the time yet) says "looking forward to getting to know him!" Meaning that Thomas and Nico just started to date/hang out, getting to know each other.

Also, by the look of What makes the perfect gift video, it's like a hang out/coffee date. It's something simple.

Those are the things that I noticed.

To me, Nico and Thomas would go out every once in a while and things are going smoothly!

In the Christmas video, Thomas wants to make the next big step in the relationship, which is boyfriends. That's what the message was with his gift(s) to Nico. (The question is probably on a page instead of the back of the front, just in case it was a no).

Now, you might be wondering how long they could have been in this hang out/date.

According to the timeline of Sander Sides, it's still 2019 and Thomas and Nico met a few days after the wedding of Mary Lee and Lee, which was in April.

So, Nico and Thomas have been hanging out/dating for about nine months before Thomas asked Nico to be his boyfriend.

If you think about it, it gives Thomas enough time to sort some things out with his sides and his mental health instead of rushing into a relationship so quickly, which is nice when you think about it.

That's all. That's my theory.

[gothighunicorntolerance]

We’ve seen Logan, Virgil, and Roman interact with Nico, but now I want an episode where Patton, Janus, and Remus have their Nico interactions

[loganslowdown4]

Sanders Sides:

All In The Details! (2023/24)

Remus Disturbing Frame in DWIT + Filming for Incorrect Quotes 3!

Patton Frames Editorial Birthday Shoot (2024)

Janus Is Cold Blooded Confirmed

If Wes Anderson Directed Sanders Sides Details Part 1

If Wes Anderson Directed Sanders Sides Details Part 2

My Quotes (Incorrect Quotes Vol 3)

Logan’s Lip Bite (Crofters The Musical)

Janus Calling Logan Sweetie (Inside Out 2 reaction)

Theatre Adult/Roman’s Spot (10 Misconceptions About Me)

The Sushi Slip Up (DWIT)

Valerie as The Sides (Making Some Changes)

Twinning (Ro & Re Hand On Chest Looking Sad)

C!Thomas laughing reaction image (ROTB)

Rise of The Bloop Pics

Did Roman Regift His Nerd Socks

Thoughts On What Makes The Perfect Gift Part 1

Thoughts On What Makes The Perfect Gift Part 2

Sides Sweatshirt Design Easter Eggs

Orange Side Tease Thumbnail SvS Redux

Real/Fake Food Anime Detail (Delicious in Dungeon)

SvS Redux Lily Padton/He-Man Comparsion

The Bagel Joke Needs A 3rd (AOVD/SVS:R)

Janus Calling Patton ‘Honey’ SvS Redux

LilyPadton/Stardew Inventory SvS Redux Easter Eggs Part 1

LilyPadton/Stardew Inventory SvS Redux Easter Eggs Part 2

Do We Kiss Now Or… SVS Patton

Cartoon Therapy: Steamboat Willie Lego

2020 Livestream: Who’s Your Fave Side To Play

April 2024 Charity Livestream Summary

Patton/Atticus Finch Comparison (SvS)

THOMAS SANDERS/SANDERS SIDES EPISODES/ANNIVERSARIES/NAME REVEAL DATES LISTS!!

5 Shot Split in ATHD

SvS Redux Patton’s Blink-&-U-Miss-It Look at Virgil’s Spot

Virgil’s Shoe Laces (Skirt Look) Tutorial

Logan Detail from Make Assumptions About Me Vid

The Notebook/Logan Keeps Receipts Running Joke

Patton & Logan in FWSA

The ‘that’s what she said’ joke SVS

Janus’ Dramatic Lighting Throughout The Series

Bridgerton Short Janus Coat

That Time Janus Called Logan a Bitch (svs:r)

GRWM Janus Makeup Tutorial Thoughts

Food Pages Running Gag Shorts

Joan And That Activia Computer Gag (Shorts)

Roman Short Where Is The Love/Glam Makeup/Deserves a Proper GRWM

TTH The Box Poses

Logan’s Skirt Reshoot Thoughts

Roman Hates Mustaches (SVS REDUX)

Remus Drops A Hint (HAVE I GROWN)

Remus Sitting Comparison (WES ANDERSON SIDES)

Remus and His Cockroaches (WORKING THRU INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS)

Logan’s Onesie Has Wings?! (INCORRECT QUOTES 4)

Roman’s Editorial Look Makeup Question Answered

Thomas Giggling While Singing Oh Yeah (IQ4)

Patton’s Dad Moment ‘Calm Down Time’ (LNTAO)

Friendship Bracelets For Patton (CAN PLUSHIES IMPROVE OUR HEALTH)

Daddy (LNTAO; RISE OF THE BLOOPS)

The Different Offices Of Emile Picani

Logan Copying Roman’s Mannerisms To Be Dramatic (MOVING ON; DWIT)

Virgil Reacts To Inside Out 2 PART 1

Virgil Reacts To Inside Out 2 PART 2

What Roman Says About Virgil (VIRGIL REACTS)

Sleep Is The Eyelashes Meme (WHY IS SLEEP DIFFICULT?)

Sleep’s First Appearance Easter Egg (WHY IS SLEEP DIFFICULT?)

Remus And Roman Matching/Opposite Editorial Looks

Lego Movie Batman Reference (CARTOON THERAPY 3)

The Bagel Prophecy (CARTOON THERAPY 3)

SANDERS SIDES CHRONOLOGICAL EPISODE/ANNIVERSARY LISTS

ALL SIDES THEMED PHOTOS CHART

I Am The Walrus (SANDERS SIDES QNA)

Belle Love (ROMAN DISNEY TIERS)

Janus!Patton’s Smile (CLBG)

Janus As Scooby Doo (EMBARRASSING PHASES)

Dom Steals Roman’s Rhyming (ROMAN DISNEY TIERS)

Roman’s (and Dom’s) Disney Films Tier Ranking ALL THE DETAILS!

Rom & Dom moment/possible running joke? (MIND MELD OLD VS NEW FRIENDS)

Logan’s Glasses (MY TRUE IDENTITY)

Roman & Remus Twinning Outfits reoccurances

Roman Writing With His Right (MY JOURNEY ON YOUTUBE)

Called Sleep A Bitch (Because He Is) 😂 (MY CHARACTERS READ YOUR TWEETS)

Transcription Of Argument Between Core 4 (the best I could make out) (RETURN OF THE JAM)

The Liar Liar Test Joke Explained (SVS)

Roman Happy With His Jam (WHAT’S COMING UP EVERYBODY)

4th Anniversary & Flores/Coming Home Edit Explained (FWSA)

Roman’s Pillow Throne (ATHD)

Logan Looks Like Daredevil (NIGHTMARE BEFORE SPIRIT CHRISTMAS)

Nightmare Before Spirit Christmas Character Comparison Guide

Electric Company Head Turn Transition Cut (LNTAO)

BTS Roman’s Arm/Patton Pointing Jokes In LNTAO Raw Edit

BTS Patton Smiling In LNTAO Raw Edit

The Sides + Into The Unknown Lyrics (2nd Anniversary) (ITU)

Costume Redesign (S1 -> S2)

My Roommate Is Hades All The Details Part 1!

My Roommate Is Hades All The Details Part 2!

My Roommate Is Hades All The Details Part 3!

My Roommate Is Hades All The Details Part 4!

[just-a-kitchen-utensil]

Random science puns are things I feel like Logan would secretly like but pretend to despise, sooooo…

Happy Birthday, Logan! We love you so much Moore than you think we do! Curieativity, Intrusive or not., Anxiety, Morality, even Deceit - we don’t think you’re Bohring. We love you without reMorse <3

[x-twentyonepilots-x]

Anyone else trying to finish rewatching as many Sanders Sides episodes as possible before today ends?

[ultrafangirlishness]

Happy 1-year anniversary to the Dealing with Intrusive Thoughts video!!! And happy birthday to Remus! 💚💚💚

It's hard to believe we've had the stinky trash man in our lives for a whole year already.

[sides-of-a-sunset]

Roman: So I’ve been thinking, Logan-

Logan: Be careful. That could be dangerous, Roman.