classic spongebob will always be better than newer spongebob and i’m now wondering if it’s because early-years spongebob is often so freaking relatable to many mental health things  not saying that component of the show doesn’t still exist because it does i just think the writing back then was seemingly more targeted to also grab the attention of adults who are also anxiety ridden messes much like sb himself which strikes me as a bit odd because most cartoons increase their adult-targeted punchlines over time  i realize most of this comment is random postulation and stream of consciousness thinking “out loud” but frick now i’m contemplating my entire existence and how i interact with the world and how the world must see me when i’m performing compulsions in view of others – all from watching this spongebob clip which is scarily accurate  solid meme