Philosopher Stefan Molyneux reviews the movie Obsession, where a shy music store clerk's wish for unearned love turns his friend into a needy, controlling toddler-like dependent, exposing how childhood neglect fuels fantasy and resentment over real trust and maturity. He pushes earning confidence instead of chasing possession.

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Chapters:
0:00:00 Obsession Explained
0:03:58 The Willow Wish
0:13:11 Wish Nikki Appears
0:16:19 Love as Hunger
0:24:41 Wanting the Unearned
0:28:38 Toddler Love Trap
0:34:05 The Phone Call
0:40:24 Childhood Debt
0:43:58 Grieving What Was Lost