Australian Influencer’s 30-Day Lockdown Livestream Goes AwryAfter Just 5 Days
Norme, a 19-year-old Australian influencer known for his self-inflicted challenges, has once again pushed the boundaries of human endurance with a 30-day lockdown livestream. However,just five days into the challenge, disturbing behavior emerged, raising concerns about the potential psychological toll of his extreme stunts.
Norme gained notoriety for his previous 12-day no sleep challenge, where he aimed to break Randy Gardner’s record of 264 hours and 25 minutes without sleep. He succeeded, achieving 264 hours and 56 minutes, butat a significant cost. He described his mental state during the challenge as disoriented.
By the tenth day, his body reached its limit. His skin was inflamed and peeling, his head pounded with pain, and he nearly fainted.Despite this, he persevered, even requesting his friends to wake him up when he experienced hallucinations or near-fainting spells, resorting to methods like cold water splashes and head-banging.
After the challenge, he slept for 38 hours straight, but still woke up dizzy and took a long time torecover.
Just two months later, Norme embarked on another self-inflicted challenge: a month-long self-imposed lockdown. He aimed to explore the psychological effects of isolation, a decision that has sparked controversy.
A Livestreamed Lockdown with Paid Challenges
The challenge began on October 16th, with Norme broadcasting live from a small room containing only a mattress. To increase the difficulty, he turned off the lights, leaving himself in complete darkness. The camera was mounted on the ceiling, providing viewers with a constant, real-time feed.
To keep the livestream engaging, Norme introduced paid challenges for viewers.For $5, he would perform a handstand; for $20, he would wear a tight-fitting suit for 15 minutes; and for $50, he would tape his mouth shut for an hour.
While the initial days appeared normal, unsettling behavior emerged after just five days.
Disturbing Behavior Emerges
Multiple viewers have reported observing Norme engaging in repetitive, seemingly obsessive behaviors. He was seen repeatedly pressing his head against the wall, displaying a sense of despondency.
This disturbing turn of events has raised serious concerns about the potential psychological impact of Norme’s extreme challenges.While he has gained a following for his willingness to push limits, many are questioning the ethics of such stunts, particularly when they involve potential harm to his own mental and physical health.
Ethical Concerns and Future Implications
The incident has sparked a debate about the responsibility of influencers and the potential dangers of pursuing extreme challengesfor entertainment purposes. Experts warn of the potential for such behavior to normalize self-harm and encourage others to engage in similar dangerous activities.
Norme’s 30-day lockdown challenge has been suspended, but the incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for careful consideration of the consequences of extreme stunts, particularly when they are broadcast to a wide audience.
This article will be updated as the situation develops.
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