Journey to UFC - Day 173

Summary

In this video, the speaker shares a chaotic yet humorous journey through traffic and their experience on a motorbike in a jungle area. They describe feeling terrified and uneasy, especially when crossing dangerous roads. Despite being ill and recovering from a previous day, the speaker finds solace in the environment, including a visit to a lovely shrine and a relaxing massage. The speaker also humorously recounts the awkwardness of the massage session, and mentions a close encounter with the police. The video is light-hearted, blending travel adventures with personal anecdotes.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker is in traffic, feeling terrified and expressing discomfort about being on the back of a motorbike.
• 😀 The road they crossed was described as dangerous and difficult, with no other options available.
• 😀 Despite preferring walking, the speaker finds walking on the side of the road unsafe and uncomfortable.
• 😀 The group is visiting a location referred to as the 'triple monkey' jungle, indicating a wildlife or nature-based destination.
• 😀 The speaker mentions being unwell and not training, as they are recovering from an illness.
• 😀 The speaker had a massage, during which the therapists found them to be very tight, leading to a bit of laughter from the therapists.
• 😀 The speaker mentions that the massage wasn't working well and that the therapist recommended an oil massage for the next session.
• 😀 There is a bit of humor about getting 'oiled up' for the next massage, with playful remarks about 'party oiled up.'
• 😀 The group is near a lovely shrine, and the speaker comments on its beauty, while someone else films the location.
• 😀 The journey to the shrine was done by bike, with some danger involved, and there was an encounter with police, though the speaker brushes it off humorously.
• 😀 The speaker jokes about the potential consequences of being caught by police but indicates that they aren't overly concerned about the fine (1,000 Baht).
• 😀 The speaker mentions enjoying downtempo music, with a brief reference to the music in the background of the scene.

Q & A

What are the feelings of the speaker about the motorbike ride?

The speaker is terrified of being on the back of a motorbike, mentioning that they almost died a couple of times and hate the experience.

Why does the speaker think walking is not much better than riding the motorbike?

While the speaker thinks walking might be safer, they highlight that even walking involves dangers, such as walking on the side of a busy road, which doesn't feel safe either.

What kind of massage did the speaker get, and what was the experience like?

The speaker had a massage, but it was not very effective due to their tight muscles. The woman performing the massage and others in the room found the situation funny, which made the speaker feel awkward. They were advised to try an oil massage next time.

How does the speaker describe their recovery from illness?

The speaker mentions that they are recovering from being ill, which is why they haven't been training that day. They imply that the location they are in is a good place for recovery.

What does the speaker mention about the place they are visiting?

The speaker is at a place near a lovely shrine and a triple monkey structure on a massive hill. They seem to be impressed by the view and the surroundings.

What was the experience like traveling by motorbike to the location?

Traveling by motorbike was described as 'a little bit dodgy,' which suggests it was a bit risky or uncomfortable. The speaker also mentions seeing some police along the way.

How does the speaker feel about the potential consequences of encountering police?

The speaker seems unconcerned about the police, stating that they might get fined but that it wouldn't matter because they would only be fined in Thai Baht, which they don’t seem to value much.

What type of music is the speaker listening to during the video?

The speaker mentions enjoying 'down-tempo' music, which suggests they are listening to relaxing or calm music during their journey.

How does the speaker react to the idea of an 'oiled up' massage?

The speaker humorously acknowledges that the next massage will involve oil, referring to it as being 'oiled up,' and adds a playful comment about it.

What is the speaker’s general tone throughout the video?

The speaker's tone is a mix of casual, humorous, and reflective. They share personal experiences and thoughts in a laid-back manner, occasionally making light-hearted jokes.