An SCP story with a wholesome ending? Love it

Doug is like a somewhat perfect wingman. But instead of hyping someone up, he exposes the flaws and faults so they can be fixed

A physical manifestation of depression, self doubt and insecurity. This is as educational as it is entertaining, while strangely inspiring. An SCP about taking control of your emotions and a huge break from the nihilistic tone of other SCP stories. Whoever wrote this, and the summary this channel added at the end is just a chef's kiss.

This is actually great therapy advice, take an issue that's bugging you and personify it and treat it as such as this SCP. Let it 'berate' you with bad/hurtful thoughts but intercept them logically, again as described here. Because otherwise you'd find youself arguing against yourself and creating a positive feedback loop in which those thoughts get worse. I use this kind of technique and it really works

This SCP is so charming... Just would have to be careful dealing with it. Thanks again Dr.Bob for bringing us another well explanation

I love this SCP. "Doug" is a very good friend. His methods might be a bit unorthodox, but they work

A romance plot in a Dr. Bob video, that doesn't end in horrifying tragedy? I never thought I'd see the day!

To whoever wrote this SCP, this is a remarkable metaphor for mental illness and how only the sufferer knows what it tells them, and others can only just catch glimpses of it. As though it's only real for the person with the illness but no one else. Well done.

Doug is basically Phillip's bff once Phillip and Amelia started having feelings for each other. This is true friendship between an anomaly and a human

This SCP is literally a metaphor for insecurities and overcoming them. I'm proud of you, Dr Bob, for making such an amazing and wholesome video!

So… how does Phil deal with Doug in a “private” sense? Like when he’s in the bathroom will Doug’s face be in the toilet? Or when he’s picking out rings. Does Doug go “hmm this one is nice” or “look harder”?What about times of intimacy will Doug leave or just be there watching/coaching him?

Having Doug around is like being in a constant trip. Being forced to look in the mirror every day and face your demons. The fact that it only appears in reflections is so symbolic. I LOVE this one.

"A friend is someone who'll help you move, a best friend is someone who'll disintegrate your enemies' eyes." True words of friendship ❤️

I like these SCPs; the ones that aren't just murder monsters.

Okay, this one really gets me in the heart. Sometimes an SCP doesn't have to be dangerous. It could be the little voice in your head literally like this one

I've spent time in hospital for depression and this story really resonated with me. It's an incredibly interesting way of thinking about the dynamic between ourselves and our thoughts. Whoever wrote this story was brilliant and likely inspired by their own inner turmoil. Amongst all the "scary" stories this one is well-written ranking amongst the best.

I love the stories before the actual scp breakdown. No matter how brief or in depth they are, they just add a unique view on each scp

Arguably one of the most wholesome and in a sense ”realistic” SCP’s yet, I love it. Great video as always Dr Bob, you’ve come far, hope you go even further in the future

Doug's character development really surprised me, but honestly, I'm happier that he's being more constructive towards Phillip than deconstructive. It's...just a perfect metaphor of overcoming your anxieties in life. Wonderful video Dr. Bob!!

SCP-001 The Bob Class: Keter Containment Procedure: containment is practically and theoretically impossible. Description: A collection of extremely high quality animated videos that possess an immediate and irreversible addictive effect through anomalous means.

Now I'm imagining Phil trolling Doug by leaving miniscule bits of dirt on the floor and then acting completely oblivious about it.

Wow this is a rare one, Dr. Bob. An SCP story and file with not so much blood, violence, sadness, and misery. But rather a weirdly wholesome and secretly useful anomaly. I guess Doug really was just trying to help Philips.

this scp is almost endearing actually; i kept on worrying that things would take a turn for the worse, like the scp would kill amelia or something, but this was actually really sweet and comforting to watch

Y'know, this is more self-reflective than most SCP vids, especially to those with anxiety issues, such as myself. I think I'll hold on to this one if I ever feel down in the swamps

A story where an SCP is an overprotective friend who helps someone instead of killing them gruesomely? *Most wholesome SCP.*

Not gonna lie, I’d be down to have Doug as a companion to the grave I’d have a bodyguard wherever I went (I wear glasses so it could probably spawn anywhere when needed) Doug could probably set me straight and fix my jumpscare problems and even though he would give insults left and right, I wouldn’t be alone

Doug in the background is the pinical of tough love, he is harsh to help his person improve but yet at the same time is his gaurdian

The thing I find so weird about these stories is that they never seem to fill people in about the SCPs before they get there. That should be standard protocol to prevent you know, death by shock or something.

Dr. Bob's reflection just beats the shit out of Doug in the end, poor Doug

i feel like doug is either just a really really good or bad friend. he might have weird methods but i like to think doug is a pretty good friend

It's so nice to finally see an entity tale where 50 people didn't get slaughtered and very nice to see another insight from Dr bob on humanity and the duality of man! Sometimes even those dealing with our darkest of demons can we make something good out of the situation as always can't wait till the next video!!

This SCP story was actually a lot more wholesome than I honestly expected.

This SCP, honestly, seems a lot like a hallucination of schizophrenia, although much more violent. I admire Phillip's perserverance with Doug.

I think this became my favorite SCP just because of how wholesome the story became.

Hey DR. bob I just wanted to let someone know the CC from 2:39 to 3:08 doesn’t work for a bit, I really love this series and when I saw that CC issue I wanted to let someone know because I don’t want anyone to miss these fun and informative videos 😊

Literally everything I love in an scp is here. Only affects one person, is not innately hostile, is somewhat intelligent, secretly neutral or even beneficial, and yet still horribly monstrous.

Am I the only one who really loves 5056s design? It looks so good Edit:100 likes? Nice 2nd edit: 200 likes? Even better

An anomaly with a happy ending? Well that's rare!

This SCP hit home with me. I dont see an anomalous face in a mirror buf I treated myself horribly. My life improved and Ive been learning to accept the good that comes to me and stop feeling unworthy step by step.

Shout out to whoever the writer is for this SCP. Really creative!

Doug in the beginning seemed like an embodiment of intrusive thoughts and anxiety

I'm not sure this thing is as wholesome as people think, I think it just found the only person on the planet who could benefit from such psychological torment. I can see how it helped Phillip but if that thing attached itself to anyone else it'd probably drive them to suicide. Although.....there is something to be said for the fact that it doesn't speak lies or half truths. Only the anxieties that are already present in the person, so maybe I'm wrong.

This SCP is like how we have a person talking in our head trying to bring us down with insecurities, self doubt, bad thoughts, memories, etc. At some point in life, we fight against it.

this hit me harder than i thought it would, especially for an SCP story. go get em, Phillip!

Stand User: Phillip E. Deering Stand Name: SCP-5056 (Doug)

An SCP that is much less evil, and more along the lines of self-reflection, demons within us that may not have physical form, but are powerful enough to be important to us. That is the difference here. 5056 does hurt us, but is there act as a siren toward our faults and shortcomings. To point out what is wrong and find ironically help us pursue what makes us happy. There will always be hurt. Their will always be strain. Yet for 5056, it is all about overcoming the pain. An excellent choice of SCP, Doc. 5056 is, arguably, beneficial to the foundation in the same manner as SCP-4205, In the Eyes of The Beholder. Sure it will hurt, but that hurt and or loss was possibly meant to teach us a sobering lesson. In that case, it was telling us we are always our own harshest critic. For 5056, it is about insecurity and pain, but can be shut up so long as we learn to speak up about what we want

Best SCP story ever. Thank you Dr Bob❤

It's interesting to me that most SCP documents read like a horror story told backwards, with details describing the anomaly followed by reports showing what it did to people. But Dr. Bob likes to present them in a classic style where he starts with the origin story.

This SCP legit put me into tears. When I first got into SCP, SCP 343 and 999 were my favorites, but I think SCP-5056 literally just stole my heart. Love you Doctor Bob. Your Stories are the best.

the animation keeps getting better and the stories are always interesting! =>

This is the most wholesome scp I have ever heard of. And may I go on to say though basic and simple the animation is, I can't explain it but the way the animation is done it really brings it to life. Along side the enthusiastic narration of every video. I've always liked SCP, but this channel has never failed to bring me back for more. (well, except for that time period I decided to avoid anything from the horror genre for.. personal reasons.)

In the middle of life's ups and downs, it's important to prioritize your mental health. Remember that you are more powerful than you realize. Even when things are bad, stay strong and keep moving forward.

This is one of the best SCPs so far. Mad deep.

Scp 5056 appears to have been animated with a 3d model at times. Which really makes it stick out in the 2d animation style of this video.

Ok firstly, that animation work on "Doug" is extremely interesting and amazing. Secondly this is extremely interesting for an SCP. Thanks so much for sharing this. As a person diagnosed with Anxiety and depression I really enjoyed this. I also appreciate that it even protects him. I'm also so happy it allows them to be married. That his feeling reach "Doug" and it knows the areas where he no longer carries doubt so it has nothing to say.

This video literally brought a tear to my eye because I relate to Phil! I deal with mental illness and even though I am unable to see a manifestation of what I hear in my head I do characterize it in that manner. I’ve never thought about it in this way and instead of taking the judgmental belittling criticism I hear in my head I will attempt to take what I hear and heal. Thank you so much for this video!

I've been watching your stuff since SCP-3700 (tides of war), and I can't express how happy I am about how far you've come! Your videos animations keep getting better every video and you always manage to find the most interesting SCPs to do a video on. Keep up the great work Doctor Bob!

It's nice to have an SCP story with a happy, but still thought provoking ending. I think this is one of my favorite Dr. Bob videos yet!

I think Doug should be made into his own plushie! He's one of my top 10 favs now

scp-5056 (doug) can actually be a good companion, it insults you, using stuff that's negative about you in the insults, that way you can actually fix stuff about yourself, using those insults. and he can also be a little side-advisor for you, so that's the good about doug, in my honest opinion.

The helluva boss season 2 premiere AND an episode of dr.bob on the same day? Ah, yes, today was a good day

This channel got me into the whole SCP wiki and lore. Thank you Dr. Bob. Love your videos.

As a person who was diagnosed with anxiety and extreme depression to the point of taking my life but failed on two separate occasions, became a hikkikimori or a shut in for years, i can feel this scp on a spiritual level. You go Phillip. We all got a Doug in us. We can either give in to what it says, or find something or someone that will will us forward. Thank you.

I like that there’s an SCP that helps someone overcome their issues and insecurities it helped him understands his true feelings

Kinda reminds me of this Japanese films and stories that use the supernatural to put a creative spin on everyday problems. I could totally see a movie idea like this bouncing around miasaki's head.

This is my favorite SCP so far, and I think this is because of your way of presenting it! I really recognized my self in the end! :(

It’s funny, Doug is almost like a therapist, using tough love to help Phil confront parts about himself he didn’t like. The fact he protects Phil from outside threats proves he just wants to help him

This SCP is so inspiring. Telling us about our insecurities and how to deal with it. Our inner demons never truly going away. Thank you, Dr. Bob for another amazing story.

The whole time I was expecting something to go wrong at the end This one reminds me of SCP-1471

That's kind of how smoking weed was for me.. It was useful to be able to focus on things I needed to work on but it became kind of obsessive and existential and I had to stop. Opiates are the only thing I've ever tried that actually cleared my mind and made me feel almost like a kid again but they also screwed up my health so I had to quit those too. But I mean, SCP-5056 _really_ reminds me of what it was like for me to smoke weed... I'm always introspective and conscientious anyway but that just took it to a crushing level.

Bro Dr.Bob's videos are becoming way more intriguing and awesome! Thanks for putting so much effort to the series and keep the animations and videos great.

I... really love this. Thank you, Dr. Bob, for doing this SCP.

This was a diffrent scp episode, not one that strikes confusion, fear, joy and other emotions; but in my opinion a deep message

I expected a creepy scp episode, instead I found a wholesome one. it was a great surprise!

Not every SCP has to be a horror story. Even the wholesome ones can be made interesting with the right telling.

Why is this making me cry?😭😭 but when i first started watching this video i thought doug was evil but when i watched through it i found doug pretty charming like hes the one friend whos always negative but tries to help that points out your flaws so you can change it :D

Aww, this one was kinda sweet. At the very least I'm glad Phil could manage it.

This SCP is strangely wholesome, I don't know why !

This one was great!! I’m glad to hear about an SCP that helps people more than harms them and the message is an important one too.

Dude honestly my favourite scp video with such a great story, it really changes how you think of the thoughts that trouble you the most and shows you that you should learn from them rather than run from them. Such a heartwarming video despite the nature of SCP's.

Never clicked faster in my life

This one reminds me of Yet Another Murder Monster (SCP-5031). Starts creepy, we think it'll portray some monster that haunts and kills people, but in fact tries to help people become better. Happy ending SCPs are always welcome in this series saturated with killer anomalies.

Thanks for covering this SCP doc! All the mention to the encouraging words you've put in the end. Meant so much to me and all those struggling with their thoughts

as a person who was born with some pretty severe mental disorders and regularly had to deal with seeing and hearing things that werent there as a child this one honestly is rather comforting as a story. It also is a good way to describe my entire life journey because i had that awful voice in my head for most of my life. Shutting it down is not always easy, but the fact that i finally got to where i can shut it down is one of the biggest pieces of progress over my own brain ive ever made. this strikes me as a journey most humans with basic feelings and empathy would need to take at some point. whoever wrote this one is amazing.

Dr Bob is the best scp explain Channel ngl

I would kill for a full scp movie from you

That was honestly one of the most kindhearted SCP I’ve ever listened/watched, too bad there aren’t many anomalies that are like that😊😊

I kind of like this interpretation of inner dialogue. Many people really have no way of addressing their insecurities. Such a direct exterior confrontation provides a representative structure for those that might need a nudge in that direction. Its hard to address yourself and face your worst flaws and insecurities and address them, but its much much easier to oppose an exterior party. What a clever concept.

Haven't finished the video, but this is going very good for a SCP video... This is not going to end well, right? EDIT: Well, that was a pretty pleasent surprise

scp 5056 object class: euclid Special Containment Procedures: SCP-5056 is contained by the Janitorial and Maintenance Section of Site-43. Its position depends upon, is determined by, and may be directed via the work schedule of Philip Eugene Deering (JM64/SCP-5056-B). SCP-5056-B is confined to Site-43. He must not be assigned tasks in the research or experimentation laboratories, operating theatres, administrative offices, containment facilities or wetworks of Site-43. He must nevertheless be assigned a daily duty schedule. He is not to be apprised of his SCP status. SCP-5056-A and B are not to be separated. In the event of SCP-5056-B's death, selected staff will execute SARGENT Protocol to neutralize SCP-5056-A. SARGENT Protocol documents have been forwarded to suitable personnel; personnel who have not received said documents have no additional containment duties in relation to these subjects. 43NET Standing Orders [FILTERED: SCP-5056] Standing Order 5056-01: A network of wall-mounted mirrors, each in visual range of at least two others and all inspected on a regular schedule, must be maintained within each sector of Site-43. Standing Order 5056-02: No personnel requiring ocular devices may be admitted to Site-43. Description: SCP-5056-A is a hairless humanoid with matte grey skin and ragged facial scars approximating two eyes and a mouth. It possesses no observable physical form, manifesting only in reflective surfaces - displaying a preference for glass, particularly lenses. It causes atomic-level degradation to optical equipment and media on which it appears. It can be seen by all personnel, but only SCP-5056-B can hear it "speak"; it was previously hypothesized that SCP-5056-B was experiencing stress-related auditory hallucinations, but his claims have since been verified. SCP-5056-B is a white male human being, 172 centimetres tall with brown eyes and thinning, greying brown hair. Phil.jpg JM64 in Acroamatic Abatement Facility AAF-D twenty-three days before reclassification as SCP-5056-B. Addendum 5056-1, Phenomenological Overview: Technician JM64, Philip E. Deering, joined the Site-43 Janitorial and Maintenance Section on 07/21/1999. His Hiring and Regulation Section performance reviews describe a reliable, amiable, melancholy worker exhibiting no anomalous properties. He maintained sporadic contact with family, including an estranged brother, and engaged in brief romantic relationships invariably terminated by his partners. DougMop.jpg SCP-5056-A manifesting in Acroamatic Abatement Facility AAF-B. SCP-5056-A first appeared to Deering on 09/09/2002. Since that day it has followed him without exception, without pause, and without rest. Its interest in its subject has not lapsed once in eighteen years. SCP-5056-A will not engage with entities other than SCP-5056-B, unless the latter is threatened; experimental and incident data demonstrate that it can perceive other entities, but chooses to ignore them. SCP-5056-A's actions are inversely responsive to the emotional needs of SCP-5056-B: it opens its scars wide, gurns and screeches when he is at rest, and engages him in disagreeable conversation when he is despondent. (Popular topics include mistakes SCP-5056-B has made, social interactions he has botched, absent family members, his personal hygiene and the futility of human existence.) SCP-5056-B therefore defines his counterpart in antithesis, though he claims and demonstrates no control over this relationship. SCP-5056-B has become inured to his counterpart's antics through long association, and rarely reacts to them with shock or dismay. He frequently fails to react at all; by 2007 he displayed such degraded responses to sudden audio or visual stimuli that his more technical duties were reassigned to personnel unburdened by supermundane phenomena. He applauds particularly creative, invasive or entertaining assaults by SCP-5056-A, and offers constructive criticism. When separated from SCP-5056-B, SCP-5056-A emits a constant tone at 119 decibels which can be heard throughout Site-43. Because of this, and because of SCP-5056-B's duties in well-traveled sections of the Site, long-term staff are constantly aware of and have become accustomed to SCP-5056-A. Many regard the apparition as an unofficial Site mascot and have acquired the habit of greeting it when encountered, often employing personalized nicknames. SCP-5056-B initially used the personal pronoun "it" to describe his counterpart; after 01/29/2003 he exclusively uses male personal pronouns. His personal appellation for the apparition is "Doug," but when referring to it indirectly he prefers the term "my Employee of the Month Award." No such award has ever been granted to him, and in light of his present duties no such award is likely forthcoming. Deteriorations of SCP-5056-B's mental and emotional states projected by his first ten Hiring and Regulation reviews have not occurred. >> LEVEL 4 CLEARANCE OR HIGHER: SCP-5056 EXPERIMENT AND INCIDENT REPORTS

As someone who used to struggle with intrusive thoughts, depression, and ect, this was great! Thanks for making this!

I don't normally comment but I had to comment. This scp investigation was just amazing. I have been diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety, and this really hit home. We all have our self-doubts and worries that we aren't good enough for anyone or even yourselves. It takes real effort to turn around and face those thoughts and firmly giving yourself the affirmation and self-love that you deserve. It may take years, but this file from Dr.Bob has given a star in an otherwise dark sky. Thanks, Dr. Bob

The animation just keeps getting better each episode! Soon one of these videos will be in 4k!

I think this is in the top 5 best dr. Bob videos. Love the psychological aspect and the wholesome element in the story

I love this scp and it has given me some thoughts on how to handle my own anxiety and I hope those ideas will allow me to over time maybe get better and hopefully happier.

This SCP should be nicknamed “The Wholesome Ending”, because that’s exactly what it is.

Dough is the definition of "Tough love"

I love what you did designing this SCP. It looks a lot like 3d or photo realistic, which stands out a lot in a 2d world, and makes it look even more alien, even though it represents a common reality

I think this is the first scp story I’ve seen that has a moral 💀

I swear every single time I think about wanting a new SCP video, you post. Love this channel