In the caverns of your being, a deep well of solitude stirs. It's not a hollow loneliness, but a yearning for the quiet whisper of your own soul. The outside world, once a vibrant tapestry, becomes a relentless march on the path you're not taking. Each figure passing by feels like a wave crashing against the shore of your introspection, a reminder of the connections you've momentarily set aside. It's a bittersweet ache, this need for separateness, a necessary shedding of the social skin to reconnect with the core of who you are.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Wow. I could read that over and over again. Beautifully said. Thank you for sharing 🙏

@trudiswanson9855

Ай бұрын

Sweetly beautiful.

@Peakoilcompany

Ай бұрын

@@Levelz31 wonderful!

@dorknuckle

Ай бұрын

@@TheSillySwagmanindeed. I read that over and over …

@jae4807

Ай бұрын

Beautifully said ❤

Some of the things you say bring me truly to tears...nothing sad, just overwhelming resonance & emotions. Thing is, I'm a woman and find it quite terrifying to be out bush, even on just a suburban hike. Thank you so sincerely for sharing your adventures. I'm so grateful to be seeing these beautiful places through your eyes 🙏🏼

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Oh that’s really special that my videos can have that effect on you 🙏 thank you 😊 I really do think a lot of us feel the same way, especially in modern society

@anthonymitchell6764

Ай бұрын

He definitely has an amazing way with words. There actually some of my favourite times in the video when his thoughts become words ❤

@Alex-zs4vb2lt5c

29 күн бұрын

Not sure what is terrifying, most snakebites actually happen in urban areas than in the bush, they are more likely to feel cornered in your backyard and you are more likely to be poking through hiding spots with your hands in the garden. Plenty of bushwalking clubs if you do not want to hike solo and they are open to everyone. I see many women when I hike and have hiked with many so I don't really understand that part... humans used to spend most of their time outdoors and many still do. Based on statistics, you really should feel more afraid when you are sitting in a car. Being outside ("forest-bathing", for example) is known to be good for our mental health (if not simply for vitamin D3) and I don't think it only works for just people like myself and Silly Swagman who generations ago would not have been seen as eccentric or outdoorsy or bushies or whatever. Yes, suddenly seeing a snake much closer than I expected slither away does make my heart jump and leap backwards sometimes (an irrational fear instilled in me as a child because eastern browns were common in our backyard but should have been taught to me as respect for these beautiful animals) but the bush as a whole is not terrifying, it is a none-too-subtle reminder that we are human beings rather than human doings. Part of our environment and not hiding from it, enjoying the present moment as we were always supposed to do

Men like you don't happen very often Mattsy, your creativity, wit and humour is so unique. Never forget how rare a precious a gift you are to this world

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Oh thank you 😄 I really appreciate that. Very lovely and kind thing to say. 🙏🙏 Thank you for the support

@MissSassy79

Ай бұрын

Yes! 💓

Haha sorry about not answering the phone mate! At the time I was fishing in the high country and had no reception .. I thought I heard your voice carry across the mountain though 🤣 Cracker vid!

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Hahaha! Too funny mate 😂

@craig2795

Ай бұрын

Was the phone call like the fishing. Ah but you should have seen the one that got away? 😂👍

@TheBeardedBushranger

Ай бұрын

@@craig2795 Actually I caight nothing on that trip haha

Such a beautiful part of the country and those howls were deeply melancholic, so I appreciate how sad they made you feel. Kind of fitting I suppose, in a metaphorical way - mournful cries from the wilderness that I hope can survive into the future. There's a peculiar challenge to riding the roller coaster of seemingly contradictory emotions that push and pull - especially the tension between seeking solitude and finding comraderie with others (in the right settings). I'm over a decade older than you and still can't lose my ticket to that show ride. I'm glad you decided to share this video and I suspect you really edited out a lot of the more probing, or deeply ponderous bits of your monologue for the sake of your viewers but I hope you realise you don't have to. A lot of us do relate through our own experiences of anxiety. Fascinating though, how you find the nomadic lifestyle has really spoken to you. I grew up fairly nomadic (military family, then we travelled in a caravan for a few years as a family) and it's stayed in my blood. My (other) push-pull anxiety is around wanting to find "home" somewhere, but never feeling quite like I have arrived "there" yet. Anyhow, I think this was a great video and I'm glad you felt ready to edit it together to share. For most of it you looked pretty darned happy - I don't ever want to lose a sense of adventure, and thankfully haven't yet. Be wel Mattsy!

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you for that, Fiona 🙏 That’s interesting you saying that about being quite nomadic with the family when you were younger and that push/pull to find somewhere to call home. We weren’t nomadic in that sense but we did do a lot of road trips and they’re by far my strongest and favourite memories, I wonder if there’s a link there. One funny thing I’ve found is that I often have a lot in common with people who really like to drive, like long drives, for the sake of driving even. I can only assume that’s because of whatever is going on inside their head and act of driving, moving between places takes away some of the worry or whatever it might be, because you’re busy doing the only thing you need to worry about doing right now, controlling the car and getting to the destination. Odd thought but there you go haha! Always appreciate your comments and feedback Fiona. I hope you find a place to call home or find a way to free yourself of that push and pull maybe. Thank you! 🙏

@trudiswanson9855

Ай бұрын

Loved the heart ( depth?) in your comment. Totally 👍❤

I have the same roller coaster in my head. Often I avoid getting myself into social situations and am happy to be in my own company, but at the same time find myself wanting to be with others and wishing I were a more outgoing person. I do enjoy time meeting new people on the occasions I do, but as you did revert back to my usual self afterwards. It’s like it drains me in some way. I think for me it’s partly a lack of confidence in myself especially in groups. From watching your videos I can see you have a great outgoing and humorous personality so I would have never thought you would have a similar problem. Glad you shared the video mate. Keep on doing what you love mate, I hope one day I’ll be out there doing the same.

After owning my home all my life to becoming homeless and having to give up my beautiful children… I can only describe my experience as shock drop. Life that I always knew will never feel the same. I can appreciate your perspective of hermit life and simplicity. You are not alone there.

@trudiswanson9855

Ай бұрын

❤ Yep. Never alone 👍

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

An important reminder that everyone is facing their own battle in one way or another and at varying scales and levels. The hermit life 💪

@meturns4666

Ай бұрын

Don't give up faith mate , often the view from a deep drop looks impossible, reach in small steps for what you can get , every milestone becomes a victory. You got there once, fight and take back what you deserve , wishing you luck and positivity .

Thanks for sharing Mattsy. Your content is always honest and genuine, and that's really important to see these days. Keep sharing the highs and lows, we appreciate them both. ❤

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot Jack. I will remember that. I appreciate you watching and leaving some feedback too mate. 🙏

@michaelsheppard6486

25 күн бұрын

You are a classic Mattsy love your honesty I've had depression most of my life and find that of recent times a few people talk about it but not many. Great to hear you tell some of your story and your antics and funny actions and the beautiful wilderness that you take us to helps everyone Just as you I get enjoyment from the mountains, rivers and streams and the solitude of being out there I'm looking forward to watching other videos of yours. Take it easy as that man said

Your words bring out pride and bravery in me when I watch your videos. I too have suffered from anxiety and mental health but watching your videos makes me fell better for some reason. I live close by the Snowies and soon hope to make my own trip up there in the swag for an adventure of the lifetime!!! Mike... ;)

Thankyou for deciding to share this video, I can relate to so much of how you were feeling in so many ways. It made me feel as though I am not alone in the way I think. So thankyou for that. And the scenery was absolutely spectacular, I would love to explore that part of this beautiful country of ours. Awesome video, can’t wait for the next one 😁

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you Jeanie. And of course you’re not! As much as it feels like it sometimes. The brain just likes to throw curve balls and overthinking at us for fun I think. It’s such a beautiful part of Australia out there in Kosciuszko that’s for sure!

Really nice one Silly. Something much more open about you in this. I felt for you, as someone who has also struggled with anxiety, as they call it, which I recognise as fear, in me. Thankyou for the video, and the time for my partner and I to enjoy your spirit, in a place I haven't been yet, and to reflect on what you revealed in yourself, and its presence in us too. I recently watched a video @giantcheerio about her partner and her crossing the border into Iran on bicycles. I found a similar humanity in her openness about her struggle with it too, as she deals with the bewilderment of culture shock. Safe travels. You keep getting better and better at this.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Ahh yes I know the channel, I will have to pop that on tonight! And yes, fear is a good name for it, but it is quite random at times. Starting these videos has definitely helped me understand it and myself a little better that’s for sure. I’m glad you guys got something more out of it than just the nature escape this time round. 🙏

So glad you were courageous enough to share this adventure. I understand being torn between peace and solitude, and time with others. It’s a long game that’s for sure. The area you explored was truly magical. We’d love to explore there one day~Nicole

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you Nicole. Yeah, sometimes you just have to take it as it comes and roll with it 😅 And yes, you have to! It’s stunning out there

Sounds like you’ve been looking inside my brain mate. ….all is as it should be, is how I see the world after I’ve spent time out the back pastures like that…top notch Mattsy🇦🇺👍

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Haha yeah that’s for damn sure, mate. I’m sure too many people can relate to

Thank you for sharing. I mostly fight the fight in silence, but it is nice to know my thoughts are not unique to myself, and I'm not alone. I love all your videos. They frequently make me smile and laugh out loud.

@TheSillySwagman

20 күн бұрын

Thank you Bugsy 🙏 You’re certainly not alone, most of us do fight it in silence but I think as you said just being able to hear someone else going through something similar helps take the edge off a bit hey! Hope you’re doing well though mate Take care 🙏💪

Yep I could live in those huts for sure. Looked like gods country. Good vid mate.

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Absolutely mate. As could I. It really is 💪

I too get those feelings, and I just recently discovered something called Internal Family Systems therapy. You can do it yourself without a therapist. That's what I've done. Over simplified version, show yourself the same compassion you'd show your friends or family. Talk to the emotional state that's causing you to feel a way you don't like. Say, you "I see you, I love you, thank you for trying to help, but instead of anxiety right now, let confidence take the lead, and we'll all feel better." it sounds weird, but it works. All of our self harming habits are simply our mind trying it's best to cope. So be nice to yourself and it will actually make a huge difference. ❤ Namaste, I bow to the divine within you. Ps I liked and subscribed. Keep up the work!

Wooo coming to Tassie!!🎉 you always explore such beautiful locations can’t wait for you to come down to my neck of the woods!

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Just need my filming license and we’re on 😅

I could sit here and watch your videos for hours. The scenery is just so amazing and what you say about it soothing the soul would be so true. It sure would be a great way to clear the head. Might just have to give it a go soon. Keep up the great work mate. Loving it 🤙

@TheSillySwagman

3 күн бұрын

I think you might have to mate! Thanks for watching and for the feedback 🙏😄

I’m appreciating your KZreads more and more. Your filming locations Your warm and joyful personality , mixed with your in depth thoughts are making your work a must see. Brilliant

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m glad you’re enjoying the adventures and my ramblings 😄 thanks for watching 🙌

I have PTSD and what you said about living in a house feeling like you're trapped really resonates. I'm so glad you have been able to leave those trappings behind and that you're finding peace and joy in nature. It's a beautiful journey to watch ❤

You are a fantastic mentor for young men to be real about their emotions. You’re a terrific bloke!

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thank you! I hope so. 🙏 I appreciate you watching 😊

Thankyou for sharing man, for a moment of solace I put my feet in your shoes an pretend I'm their, amazing

Man I’m sooo jealous!! Bloody awesome trip mate 👍

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot mate!!

Stand out or Fade out. That is so going on a T-shirt 😂

how epic. loved it

Thank you for sharing your quest for the peace you can really only find out in the natural world, where stories of yesteryear still reign supreme. How beautiful! 😀 All that peace tugs at my heartstrings.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

A beautiful place that’s for sure! Watching the footage as I did the edit made me want to go back there so much haha Thanks for watching 😄

Thank you for the video, and for early access for Patreon folks. I'm oversharing I guess but I was diagnosed with Autism & ADHD in adulthood (on top of anxiety etc etc) and I can really understand the frustration and difficulty of wanting to go out and get away from civilisation only to bump into a record number of people even on a 'quiet' trail. And the conflict between being thrown off by that while also getting small bursts of enjoyment from some interactions, and trying to appreciate little moments you would definitely be thankful for if they were planned or happened at another time... I don't know where I'm going with this but I can relate to the rollercoaster/reverting to being a hermit. It seemed like you were apprehensive about sharing this one but it turned out great and you needn't be. Hope your permits come through soon and you're somehow staying warm in this weather.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing that. I think it only helps everyone, yourself included. The mind is a complex thing and I believe a lot more of us are dealing with one thing or another than we care to share, but some dealing with much more too of course. It can be a real grind at times just trying to get through it but I have found that the more I share my experiences the easier it has become for me to go through those moments. Less alone or less in my own head I guess. I really appreciate your support and for everything. 🙏🙏

So glad you decided to upload this, really enjoyed it as I do all your videos, love the humor and the vulnerability you share with us, thank you. Can definitely relate to that need for solitude but also need for connection. Thank you

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks Tina, I’m glad I did too. I really wasn’t going to! Thank you for watching and for leaving a lovely comment, it’s very much appreciated 😊

Great video Mattsy. Good on you for openly talking about how you feel. There needs to be more of it in our society.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you Sam! I agree 🙏

Thanx for the vid! I stayed in Cascade hut 25 years ago with a mate of mine. Next day we did the big drop down to the Murray River. Great trip. My mate recently passed away so this brought the memories back.

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Ah mate, I’m really sorry to hear but I hope the video at least stirred up some fond memories of you and your mate sharing some incredible time together in a beautiful part of the world. I hope this hut survives many more years to allow people to have the same memories to look back on. Thanks for watching Bob

The fresh air and those views are good for the soul. Thanks for sharing mate!

The Cliffy shuffle.

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Haha that’s it!

Bloody ripper, great video mate.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks brother! 😎🤙

So I finally decided to jump into your channel mate, it kept popping up in my recommendations, I love it, you are a natural, you have a great personality, i can relate to your thoughts etc, and it is great to follow along on your adventures

@TheSillySwagman

26 күн бұрын

Hey mate! Ah man, thank you. I’m glad you weren’t disappointed 😅 I really appreciate you taking the time to leave that feedback. 🙏 Thanks for coming watching! Should hopefully have some Tassie content up soon 💪

Another bloody masterpiece mate. I hear and understand all your words. Laughter and tears all at once. Be safe out there my friend.👍

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot Steve, I appreciate it mate. Thanks for watching 🙏

What a place. Thank u for sharing ❤

A wonderful video Mattsy. Thanks for making and sharing, and keep fighting the good fight. 🙏👍

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot Francis! I certainly will 💪 Hope you’re well too mate!

Mattsy, I am glad you’re in a place where you are feeling calm and peaceful. I have always enjoyed your content. Beautiful scenery. Always thought provoking. History with some comedy and some bush philosophy. I also find it really cool to see Australian winter time as I sit here in the sweltering heat of the North American summer. You’ve done it again! Glad I got to go along for the walk. Hope all your vids see the light of day. They are all worth sharing for their own reasons. Appreciate your creativity.

Thanks for sharing! This was an amazing video, and we're all for your thoughts and processing. Great work.

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot Mark! I appreciate it mate 🙏🙏

Thanks for sharing man well worth it.

Love your work M@c. Your lessons in philosophy resound in your environment.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot mate, I appreciate that 🙏🙏

Love your words... Very poetic. The bush is a powerful healer.

Love it Matsy. Beautiful area, The Wildlife is always amazing, I know what you mean about having seen things before but always being in awe of them like it is your first time, Black Cockatoo's is one that always amazes me. Brilliant old huts too, they would be awesome to see and learn about, stepping back into the old world. Those Demons in your head can be a hard battle that's for sure but being outdoors sure does do wonders to help combat them and it is strange how seeing a person can feel so good when you are escaping from everything.

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Stunning area and yes! The black cockatoos always give you that feeling don’t they. It’s funny. Such amazing creatures. And not wrong, I can’t imagine never heading out into places like that. Thanks for watching as always Mick 🙏

Really enjoyed this one mate, i do enjoy all your vids but this one in particular.The way you present yourself and your thoughts really hits and resonates with me in a way thats hard to explain. I reckon those howls are more likely wild dogs than dingoes, i see and hear them pretty much every time im up there. Keep doing what your doing Mattsy.

Beautiful country and great video mattsy, 😊👍

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks mate!

another awesome hike to a place i've not been, thanks! Always appreciate your infectious enthusiasm and raw honesty ... don't change a thing

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you Kate! I shall not! 🙌 thanks for watching 😄

Wonderful video mate, thankyou for providing this beautiful content, you're an amazing person Matty and it's a pleasure watching your videos. I hope you're doing good bro. Much love from the UK. ❤

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thank you very much! I am doing well, thank you 🙏 I appreciate you saying so mate. I hope you’re well too!

Mate that was honestly fabulous Thank you 🙏

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Ah man, thank you so much mate 🙏🙏🙏

Another great video. Reminds me i need sime time out in the bush again. Thanks

Thanks mate 👍

Thanks For the Adventure.....From your friends in NE Georgia...

2:06 well put and with no nonsense too

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thanks mate

Good video mate & stay strong

Nice relaxing video mate. Can relate about the socialising on the trail stuff (or even just in reality). I think it's normal we fluctuate in terms of enjoying/not being up for socialising, no biggy! Cheers

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Yeah absolutely hey. I have questioned it a lot since whether a lot of it had to do with the simple fact that I was also out there to film. Just that extra anxiety layered on top of not being able to create what I set out there to do. Definitely bit of both. Thanks for watching man!

Great vid matey. Hope you enjoyed that -13 morning in Tassie the other day. Looking forward to your adventures in Tassie.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Hahaha thanks mate 🤣🤣 Always! Can’t wait to start some filming

Loved this. Thank you for sharing this.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it mate. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to drop a comment 😄

glad i found this channel, great video and wise words spoken

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thank you Paul 🙏

Loved this one Mattsy. Really starting to see it come together for you 👍

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot Craig! I appreciate it mate 🙏🙏

new to the channel love ya work, cheers Kev and Crissy

Love your videos and your thoughts...I get your yearning...peace away is precious! ATB to you! Until next time...

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

It certainly is isn’t it 😊 Thanks for watching! ATB to you too!

Brilliant mate, just brilliant. Thank you

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thanks mate!!

That was a mournful howl towards the end !

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

It sure was hey… did not like it

Sling and Drink! Have not heard that for a while. Thanks Mattsy. Awesome vid mate

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Hahaha something about doing that shuffle with a pack on just made it pop up in my head 😂😂 Good times hey haha Thanks for watching mate!

Great video Matt thank you.

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thank you mate 🙏

Thanks for sharing,and glad u more happy now 😊

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you very much 🙏😄

You're a straight up inspiration Mattsy! Love ya mate!

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot Mike!

Beautiful stuff mate

Thanks for the video mate!!

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Mate thanks for sharing such a great episode ❤

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot Jake! I appreciate it mate 🙏

Good work Matty. Glad you pushed through brother.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot mate!

Great video, thanks Mattsy

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

Enjoyed this video Mattsy, love your open honesty and the fun banter along the way! Looking forward to some Tassie ‘nature emergencies’. Keep up the great work Mattsy 👍⛰️🏕️

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot mate I appreciate it 🙌 Bring on the tassie wonders!

Awesome video Mattsy, absolutely solid! Enjoy your trip down to Vic mate, keen to see your next video. Stay safe legend 👌🏽

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thank a lot brother! I appreciate it 😄 Keen to rip into some tassie goodness 🙌

@AARRRRRRRON

29 күн бұрын

@@TheSillySwagman I was in Tassie 2 winters ago camping on the west coast, gets cold down there mate! Smash some of those hot choccys 👍🏼

Dunno if it helps or not mate but you aren’t alone! Thanks for sharing! I can relate with everything you said!

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Thanks mate! Yeah I think it definitely helps and it helps others watching and reading the comments know that most of us deal with something to some extent 🙏

Getting away from it all, is just the best!

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

It sure is!

Great video mate nice bit of history in a stunning place atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thanks mate! It is such an amazing place and so much history scattered around the area

I love the sound of the Currawongs they always, always remind me of camping and the bush.

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Definitely in my three favourite sounds from the bush 😄

Cheers matey and thank you again 🙏🏼

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thank you mate!

Keep up the good work mate I love your videos. Keep strong good job

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot Rusty! I appreciate it mate. I certainly will 💪

Another great vid Mattsie the high country is a magic place and a place every Australian should visit.A hike to Round Mountain would be great to watch for your viewers.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

I couldn’t agree more mate. Spectacular part of the country. I’ll note that down! Thanks for watching mate 🙏

I love your enthusiasm and your philosophy. Greetings from Germany.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you! Hello to you in Germany 🙌 🍻

Loved it.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks mate 🙏

Good on you for deciding to share this mate. You bloody legend 🤝👍💪🇦🇺

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks brother! 🙌

Brings back memories of doing the AAWT last year. I absolutely loved it.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Amazing! I’d love to do the whole thing one day

I was waiting for a plug for your OF when you were stood next to the hut in your thermals! 😍🫶

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Haha!! 😂 Can’t believe old mate rocked up while I was stood there like that 😅

@MissSassy79

Ай бұрын

@@TheSillySwagman life has a way of taking the piss out of us Mattsy! I'm convinced from my own life it has a wicked sense of humour! 😂

Gidday Mattsy , great video buddy , awesome photography. Thx for sharing your mind battles , they creep up on us all at the best of times , old brain influences mate , ptsd. Part of beating it is acceptance. .. Breath my friend, it gets better.. About to catch your Chris Bamman interview, like yourself another great person , with similar eye to land attention.. Cheers mate stay well , all the best ..

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot mate! You’re absolutely right about acceptance. Since starting this channel I’ve really had a chance to hear my own thoughts out loud while watching the footage back and it’s really given me a way to identify some of the things that occupy my head and it has definitely helped me to accept it and just roll with it that’s for sure. I think that’s why it’s important to just talk about it, saying it out loud kind of takes away the strangeness of it I reckon. Rather than it just sitting in your own head feeling like a weirdo 😂 Thanks for watching and for the feedback mate 🙏🙏

@meturns4666

Ай бұрын

​@TheSillySwagman I mentioned I served , 126sigs. Have demons , but 5 years or so ago I finally found a psychologist I could chat with and relate. Identifying, accepting, forgiving and knowing, it has settled my crazy world of alcohol and drug addiction to a calm rhythm, very few lows but now soo many highs .. Believe my friend. try n chat more with guidance. Brains are all beautifully confusing for a reason, no exceptions.....

What a great video Matsy. Thank you. We all fight our demons daily bro. Sometimes they get the better of us, and other times we win. Take care mate and keep getting out in nature. it's healing.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Ain’t that the truth brother 🙏 Thanks mate. Take care of yourself!

Love your honesty on mental health and your outlook, You are not alone with the thoughts you have and it's OK to crave your own company at times but also so important we connect others to continue our own growth. Enjoy!!!

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thanks Mike! I appreciate it mate. I definitely agree that it’s very important to connect with others for the purpose of self growth but speaking for myself, I have a very social life and heading out into these places is my attempt at disconnecting for a moment, so that’s certainly not the issue for me. But yep, definitely not healthy to just lock yourself up inside your house everyday to avoid social interactions, that’s for sure. Thanks for watching and for the feedback mate 😊🙏

@mikegregory5620

27 күн бұрын

@TheSillySwagman I have my anxiety motto of 101% - When you are at 100% of your coping level and you get that crushing anxiety feeling and you feel that you want to give up then you push the 1% more and you find that a new life exists beyond your mental boundaries, you discover that life, freedom and growth begin at 101%♥️

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Haha I love that actually, that makes total sense. Thats a really helpful motto. Thanks for sharing mate, it could help any number of people who read these comments, so we appreciate it 🙏

Hello again from Oregon, USA. The singer I was looking for is the one from your video where your beautiful dog Fango makes an appearance. Thanks again!

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Hey mate! Ah yes, that’s actually a friend of mine. She doesn’t have an album or anything out on Spotify so you can’t really look her up. She’s a teacher so it’s not her full time gig unfortunately! Haha Lovely voice isn’t it!

@PatriciaCampos-lk3sj

29 күн бұрын

@@TheSillySwagman Hello again Mattsy, The song from the video I'm referring to is the voice of a man. The song talks about working 9-5, let's get out out of the city, one day we can look back and so on. The song is playing at the very end of your video while beautiful Fango and the cows are in the background. However, your female friend's voice is also a lovely voice. Your choice of music is wonderful. Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. Love.

Three words only.....Brilliant....Just BRILLIANT.👏👏👏

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Haha thank you so much mate!!

Bloody Ripa mate 👍🏼

Nice one Mattsy!

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thank you so much mate! 🙌🙏🙏 I appreciate it brother

Great Yowie country. Lots of traffic, two & four legged. Looking forward to Tassie. Be safe mate.

@TheSillySwagman

29 күн бұрын

Yeah plenty of traffic hey! Thanks mate. You too!

Great stuff dude! 👌🏾👌🏾

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙌

dam that poem at 13:48 hit deep

@TheSillySwagman

3 күн бұрын

🙏🙏

Love your work Mattsy. Ian

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Thank you Ian! 🙏

Nice vid my dude

congrats on 18k dude!

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Woah, when did that happen haha! Thanks a lot mate! 🙌🙌

Totally feel the same as you about meeting people in the bush. The first few times is pleasant and then my social battery gets low and I don’t want to see anyone. It’s a constant battle but it’s nice to know someone else goes through it too mate.

@TheSillySwagman

Ай бұрын

Ah mate, that’s it hey. The social battery drains very fast out there when you go for the solitude haha

Readout enjoyed this video, beautiful scenery and words.

@TheSillySwagman

27 күн бұрын

Thank you mate! Such a beautiful area