The ending of this video was so honest and transparent. Great video :)

@larsstougaard7097

4 жыл бұрын

Yes great video, love his work, the travel videos has a special vibe, amazing. Be safe 😊🙏

@marinadonaghue1302

4 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree with this more! This was so real and I loved every second of it

This took a lot of courage Kraig. I can highly relate to your search for the ideal “filtered” life. Through divorce, parenting, new relationships, and owning/running a business I’d like to think I’ve made a really intentional go at life. And now this is coming full circle and it feels like I have an inability to connect with people that aren’t aligned with beliefs of my own in turn. This has all been really enlightening and I’ll just leave you with this. Keep up your pursuit. Keep pressing into these introspective and honest thoughts. And it’s ok to cut yourself some slack sometimes.

@ssaini5028

4 жыл бұрын

Stfu man, Courage really? I mean rescuing a grandma from a house fire, thats courage. Being real on YT doesnt make someone courageous brah, nonetheless great video Kraig!

@Lenin95

4 жыл бұрын

@@ssaini5028 Well, I wouldn't be able to talk about my weaknesses and mistakes like that in public, so at least for some people it requires 'courage'. He's not a hero for doing it, of course, nevertheless it's inspiring for some people.

@alexmartinezfoto8946

4 жыл бұрын

SSaini Rescuing a grandma from a house fire is courageous. Opening up to other people, in person or on KZread, is courageous as well. Most people, most males especially, are afraid to open up and feel vulnerable and talk about feelings. Talking about feelings and rescuing grandmas are clearly completely different actions, they both frighten people, therefore, they’re both courageous.

@lillyrey5727

4 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@Seanonyoutube

4 жыл бұрын

Well said, and I’d add: keep the introspection, but ultimately, if you realize you’ve lost the ability to connect, then what you need is to add some “extrospection” i.e., direct your energy outward. Reinvest in new relationships, put yourself in situations that require you to compromise for the sake of harmony with others. That is the antidote to a perfectionistic isolationist life.

“If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we were made for another world.” C.S. Lewis - Mere Christianity

@3llenzinha

4 жыл бұрын

And a song from brooke fraser

@ElliotHuff

4 жыл бұрын

Great author, great book, and amazing quote!

@BoostFutbol

3 жыл бұрын

Spot on!

@payableondeath9091

3 жыл бұрын

👍

A wise friend once said, "if you're not struggling, you aren't trying." Choosing what to struggle against is the hard part. Thanks for sharing .

@payableondeath9091

3 жыл бұрын

😇kzread.info/dash/bejne/hpd4mrmGopm3dtY.html

Hey Kraig, watched you for a number of years and I think despite everything and all your different ideas you’ve shared over the years, the biggest thing I admire and really like (don’t get too much validation here... haha). is your authenticity. So even in the times going through the extreme sell offs and things you’ve navigated to do with minimalism and self awareness, you were still being authentic about yourself and your journey. And so I realise after watching this and sensing some of the loneliness and the struggle you’ve been through to get to where you are now, where the grass is that tiny bit greener, is that I like your endearing personality and your truthfully optimistic outlook through each part of your journey! Keep on brother! That search for greener grass is not in vein and to understand that relationships are a key aspect of one’s overall well-being, well that’s an incredible realisation and something to pursue!

@123Paperwings

4 жыл бұрын

"understand that relationships are a key aspect of one’s overall well-being, well that’s an incredible realisation and something to pursue!" This.

just a random teenager, trying to find purpose in life, thinking he's on top of things and figured it out. Like most of us. I can relate :-)

@nikitatsvirkun1448

4 жыл бұрын

+2

@captainsgrave7878

4 жыл бұрын

@@Lebbz guess around 23 to 25

@StefaNHelder

4 жыл бұрын

@@Lebbz 29

I think everybody should film their life and do a honest, but loving, self-introspection video for themselves. Everybody in the social media world should do the same.

@valentinachacaltana

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, actually I absolutely like this idea, many of us might actually see our own lives from other's perspective.

Personally I love how open you have become and that you are putting yourself out there. More and more I feel myself relating to you and so it's nice to hear what you have to say, never stop that. As a recent wedding filmmaker, and after recently also discovering the minimalist way of living, I can't help thinking you might be inspiring me a little too much though ;). Love your way of life and it's something I am striving for myself so it's always a pleasure to watch your videos. Keep up the amazing work dude - the biggest thank you.

Thanks for this, Kraig. Yeah, my story has a lot of similarities, from the aeropress --> espresso machine --> aeropress --> espresso machine routine to full-time travel only to realize that it wasn't filling the void and moving back home (where I now have something like two dozen houseplants and way, way more stuff than I could ever travel with). Realizing that it was time to just pick a place and put down roots took way too long for me, but I'm definitely in a better place for having done so. Sounds like NYC probably isn't that place for you (I realized the same pretty quickly during my two years there before moving out west), so I hope you find a home that feels right. Nowhere will be perfect. Thanks for sharing such a personal story and not glossing over the raw and uncomfortable bits.

@user-yp6yr9te7l

4 жыл бұрын

I think I put down roots before I grew out of my childhood. yeah, I'm that type.....never saw the need to fill any voids.....I guess I've always treated life as "boy am I glad I'm alive and not in a concentration camp" and I usually go about my day being fine with myself. I do have a manual espresso machine, however, and I grind my own beans. I just enjoy the art itself for its own sake. Could never live in NYC myself. I think my general reaction to the place was a series of "wtf," "really?" "oh, so that's a thing" and "people talk like that in real life." But the things you can't enjoy, you tolerate, and put out of mind. That's minimalist living. Clearing the mind. Nowhere is perfect, which means everywhere is perfect.

Hey! Just to let you know that those are situations everybody lives when they are trying to change what they are. I experience that every day of my life and I know that this is not a journey that there is an end... it is a continuing development and it never stops. I've passed a big transformation in my life for the last two years and your videos are helping me to stand during these bad days... Thanks and just keep doing what you are doing!

This was such a real video. I wasn't expecting the deep ending. I literally thought my soul was speaking through you. When I watch your videos I crave to hear what's on your mind because when you do speak, it's always on point. Thank you for sharing and connecting. You got this!

Keep evolving, man. It’s part of the process. They say, “ The person you need to be will look like a stranger to you right now.”

I'm so use to seeing your hiking vids with "minimal" talking, so this was a surprise. Great video!

Hey Kraig, I just wanted to say that you have been an inspiration to me ever since i stumble into your channel and started learning about wedding filmmaking, 80% of what i know about WF is because of you, then you started this hiking and backpacking videos and you have inspired me to go out there and enjoy the outdoors even more, you are a role model to many people, and yes sometimes we get caught up on the stats and opinion of others but you do you my man, keep enjoying what you do because thats all that matters, forget about the negative coments about the hating people out there, just keep being awesome. I hope to meet you one day and go on a hike adventure with you.

Minimalism is great, but ESSENTIALISM is where its at for me. *”less, but better.”* I was writhing as you were talking about getting rid of that great gear. Thank you so much for sharing this. Your vulnerability is appreciated

Hey Kraig, been following you for a few years and I just wanted say that your hiking videos are by far the best work you’ve put out. I’m sure it’s difficult being so vulnerable publicly, but being able to admit past mistakes and be so reflective and self-aware is one of things so many people here admire about you. So much of what I see on here is so shallow and self-indulgent - so it’s refreshing to hear someone saying what the rest of us are all actually thinking! All I can suggest is that you continue doing what makes you happy and brings you creative fulfilment. And if you ever decide to come to the UK, I’ll have to buy you a beer!

I've been following you for a long time Kraig and all I can say I'm grateful for "knowing" you and for what you do. Been married and got divorced not long ago because of me second guessing myself in all I do and choices in my life. I feel lonely but still grateful for what's happening to me because is giving me the light I needed in my thinking process. Maybe we need to do therapy too, I don't know but all I can say is this is a beautiful time for introspection and trying to do what's right. Love from Argentina.

your a great soul! to thy own self be true! what other people think ,should never change what you think of your self...thank you !!,,be well!

Such an amazing video. So real and authentic!

@seanmatthewking

3 жыл бұрын

Such a great minimalism video because it has the benefit of time and retrospection.

@seanmatthewking

3 жыл бұрын

Also I should say, I understand his trepidation about his impulse to over-share. I also share this tendency, and yes it’s probably related to narcissism. That said, I do think there is a great value to people being this open. Hearing Craig reflect like this encourages my own reflection. Our minds are constantly playing tricks on ourselves. We constantly seek fulfillment and happiness in all the wrong ways, and hearing him talk about this is valuable.

I always feel like I’m a week behind you with my own evolution. Your growth and learning are inspiring, but the way you embrace your imperfections and the recognition of the fact that you’re not done evolving is very refreshing. Thanks.

We love a self reflecting influencer! When you said "narcissism" I was like "THANK GOD he realized it!" :) . From a fellow perfectionist minimalist I've had to develop some mindfullness around when I'm obsessively decluttering in order to avoid something I'm overwhelmed by. Say I'm behind at work or something - because I'm a perfectionist I don't think anything less than perfect is going to cut it so if I think something looks too daunting to do perfectly I just avoid it. I've been trying to be KINDER to myself - just TRY. 80% is fine - GOOD even. I concur with other commenters. Don't be too hard on yourself. Anyway when I realize I'm urgently decluttering (or any of my other coping mechanisms), try to pause and figure out what you're actually stressed about. Another tip is to not do anything in the heat of the moment (be it buying something or throwing something away). Whatever it is can wait a week! Good luck Kraig!

It’s called, “Just be content and satisfied at the moment “. We all think we need more.

@kraigadams

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I know that when we are content and confident with ourselves it improves everything around you. Helping others instantly fixes a lot of these issues. Constantly worrying about ourselves and our own problems is the real problem. thanks mark

@1Deejay7

4 жыл бұрын

But but, a jet ski, u cant be unhappy on a jet ski is what ive been told lol

Well mate i spent years working chasing money for unimportant stuff and impossible goals but in the last 10 months me and the misses have lived out of a backpack traveling South east Asia. Chilled out in the hostel in Hanoi and your Iceland Video showed up on youtube, ive been there and love that country, we agree life for us is about experiences not just materialism but a good balance is needed. Your hiking videos are amazing keep them coming, your photography is outstanding and your honesty is inspirational. Stay safe.

I've been watching you videos for years now and I have always enjoyed you minimalism videos especially your digital minimalism video so much that I have followed in your footsteps and it's so reassuring having everything you need with no distractions. I've noticed over the past years or two that you have been putting out less content and was genuinely concerned but I saw it as you finding yourself when you put out hiking videos that were like 40 minutes long. It's unsettling as a content creator trying to be financially stable especially during this pandemic and I'm so happy to see that you are thriving and I support you 100%. I think what people like is authenticity and that's what i see in every one of your videos. For you to open up about your lifestyle in this video is refreshing and it shows that you care about your audience and we appreciate it greatly! I love your videos and I always reference back to them when I have a question about how you do things that could help with my personal workflow. Keep on keeping on Kraig!

As with anything we take on, there will always be learning and growth. You initially hooked me into minimalism a couple of years ago, and hearing your thoughts as time went on helped me understand my values as well. You sound hard on yourself when looking back, but I am more efficient, intentional, and have taken control of my life in part to you being so open with your experiences.

Frig man, I was watching your stuff when I began my channel and learned a ton from you. I think you're doing some of the more challenging content out there (outside the box) and this video is in that as well so thanks for doing it.

This made so many things in your previous videos make sense and I completely get it - I'm going through a wake-up right now where I'm looking around and seeing all the people I've concealed myself from. Friends are the BEST people on the planet.

This is like a visual diary you can swipe it through the years and analyse what went wrong and what made changes to you to become the "you" today. I can see how many hours it took you to re-watch, re-feel and consider all of this and share it with us using very honest words that reached our hearts once they were said. I salute you for this.

Kraig, I think everyone - in the first world at least, goes through phases like you did in your younger adulthood. I know I did. There is a focus on materialism that is so compelling for us in modern society, that it's almost impossible not to succumb at some point in everyone's lives. I am of the belief that only purpose can rid a person of materialism. Purpose can be a child or a singlemindedness around your work, or a regular donation of your time and expertise to do good for others. Purpose to me can be anything really, as long as it a) does no harm, and b) directs your attention outward towards others rather than inward. I love the fact that you've been so upfront about your thoughts on where you were and what you've learned from it. It looks to me that you've found purpose and that is what has driven and will continue to drive your success from here. As always love the content and look forward to the next video.

The blunt force trauma in this video!!!! Dude, i feel it and im loving the honesty. My pivotal moment was when i took up hiking. Because from there, I worked out as a result to how fit I was getting from hiking in NY/NJ. Which transformed my body, so I started eating healthy, and now i feel really good about myself. That's bled into my work life. I actually create videos now, have a schedule, client calls, and man... I wish there were more hours in a day and that certain things didn't take so long. But... here we are. Minimalist, hiking filmmakers. Maybe that's a stereotype, but I truly believe I'm as happy as I've ever been.

I discovered your channel a few days ago and I already love the kind of content you put out there. Knowing that this difference compared to the usual travel videos could come from something that does not make you fell well is saddening. Already it is obvious how the journeys you show us are way more complicated than what it is filtered to the viewer, due to the amount of physical and mental job behind. Like, you are not on vacation and only have to enjoy the view. But in a sense, this minimalism did something contrary to what you say: you give us at least as we give you as followers through appreciation. I am in a phase of my life also when I am trying to find my balance. I can just say, stay strong, we love what you do, don't just watch the views and likes, it remains special and a gem on KZread, and focus on what is not going as it should also.

Man this was insanely helpful. I come from a pretty rough background and have had to preserve through many different challenging situations where peers couldn’t keep up one way or another. I find that I am able to change and better my quality of life but am finding it increasingly difficult to connect emotionally with others around me bc of the walls I built up to allow me to keep pushing. Hats off to you for this video and your honesty.

I discovered your channel a few days ago through another youtuber who recommended you in a video. Your silent hike videos have helped me to find peace and less the distraction in my own life these past few days. Your style of filming is absolutely incredible, thank you for sharing your talent with the world, it's a true escape for many. It's not easy to reflect so honestly on yourself and your journey, especially on KZread. Your honestly is very refreshing. It's easy to watch your videos and be envious of the beautiful hikes you go on and the amazing content you create, but eveyone has their struggles. I'm sorry that the consequence of these beautiful videos is you feeling alone. Hopefully this reflection and acceptance is the first step towards Kraig 3.0 :)

"One of my biggest fears is that I will never be happy with anything that I achieve or get." I felt that deep in my soul. It's not a nice feeling.

I connect with you on every level I feel like we are brothers except I’m 33 and just started my minimalist journey but the endless cycle is real.

Thanks for such an open look into your experience. Last year I was living in Utah while my wife was off at an internship in NYC, and I found your videos at that time when I was feeling really down and alone. I realized how much of my life was wasting away in clutter and social media obsession (still working on that one) and your videos have been a constant resource for me in simplifying and being more intentional. Being willing to be so vulnerable like this help me to learn from your mistakes (I mean this in the best way possible), so that I can also beware of my own flaws and avoid the same pitfalls. You're a good guy Kraig, thanks again for you videos.

Thanks for for that, I can relate on so many levels. Much love and succes man.

I used to look up to you in 2017 for your minimalism lifestyle. Now I look up to you for your attempts at redemption and transparency. I'm a couple years younger than you, but feel I have followed in your footsteps. You sharing this information with me will help me be more self aware and hopefully avoid some of the same mistakes. Genuinely, thank you.

The most honest video I’ve ever seen. I love when you go back over decisions and change your mind and evaluate, makes me want to evaluate what I’m doing.

I love the honesty and vulnerability in this video. It's very humble and mature, especially the admission of narcissism. You're on a good path, including when you make and evaluate mistakes. Keep going, and that includes, making mistakes now and then.

So happy to have seen this video ♥ you've changed my life!

3:57 - Channeling your Marie Kondo: "Does this bring you joy?"

I haven’t watched a full KZread video from beginning to end for a while (that’s not like an interview) I appreciate the hell out of the sincerity and this was incredibly relatable. So real man. It’s refreshing. Keep it up Kraig, big fan of your work and your story

This video was exactly what I needed to hear. I've been going through similar events with my minimalism and this helped a lot. Thank you Kraig!

"Minimalism" is a uniquely 1st world pursuit. So is "finding yourself". In most parts of the world, it's a way of life cos people don't have sh*t. That's why they are happy. Every thing that you "own", not matter how big or small, requires maintenance (adds costs) and protection (from theft). In stark contrast, "Hoarding" is also a uniquely 1st world phenomena.

@alicjauszczak4179

4 жыл бұрын

Actually, hoarding is not only a first world problem. People who struggle to make ends meet will also accumulate mountains of stuff over time (like half used cans of paint, old clothes, broken items and so on) hoping that one day they can reuse something and save a little bit of money this way. The quality and value of the items differ, but the problem is quite similar.

Go West, young man. Go West and grow up with the country. Colorado is calling.

Thanks for sharing your heart with us. You have allot to offer to others so don't down play that. I am 60 years young and enjoy watching and learning from you, someone that is a third of my age. Thanks again for being real.

It’s pretty crazy to see this summary. Really shows how long I’ve been watching your content. You’re definitely one of my favorite creators - I envy your ability to reduce; even though it sounds like it’s been a double edged sword

For the last 3 years Every January I start the daily stoic for the first week of January

@fattame

4 жыл бұрын

🥂

@loudevanneaux661

4 жыл бұрын

Have you finished it?

@TrentJulien

4 жыл бұрын

@@loudevanneaux661 nope 🤪

If you dwell on where you’ve wasted your life, you’re just wasting more of it.

@seanmatthewking

3 жыл бұрын

True. Just dwell long enough to remind yourself how to not waste more life in the future.

thank you for making this video. the "filter" is the best analogy i have heard for living simply & deliberately

Thank you for such unfiltered honesty. Kraig, I appreciate this type of video as much as your visually spectacular ones. When I grow up, I wanna do what you do.

Just one thing: Please continue to share, this means a lot for so many people, including myself

"So cringy to make videos about making videos" haha best thing i've heard in a long time. So true, that's basically all big "filmmakers" on youtube now such as PM etc.. Very frustrating for actual filmmakers too. Love your videos man, keen to go hiking some day :).

I’ve been around for a while now Kraig and have enjoyed every minute. Hindsight is a powerful thing, and ultimately no matter what you do today you’ll probably be cringing at in 5 years time. Thanks for sharing this

Excellent video. I appreciate your perspective on this as you have gone through several stages of ownership and anchorage to material things. If only the world had the same opportunity to see things this way

Вау я первый русский) Хм что же написать, Привет всем, привет Kraig, Хорошего вам всем дня и настроения)))

Finally someone that accepts the dumb obsession behind all the vlogging wanna be casey neistat community

It’s been an hour since I watched this video and I’ve just finished clearing out all the shit my room that I didn’t have any need for, you’ve given me motivation today Kraig to make a change ! Thank you 🙏🏼

Good for you buddy, my wife and are are in our 40’s and we love your minimalist hiking videos (we drift off to sleep watching them). What you own does end up owning you!

I cant ONLY have a laptop.. So "un-ergonomic" to use laptops most of the time.. I need a battlestation..

@sergiosala

4 жыл бұрын

You can use a stand.

@Jesterian

4 жыл бұрын

You can attach a keyboard and mouse to a laptop

@Ade5

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jesterian Ye sure.. But i need atleast 27" screen and one more screen on the side for every day use.. you wont find that in any laptop

I discovered your video on Picos de Europa a few months ago and it's haunted me with its beauty ever since then. It is an absolute masterpiece and made my boyfriend and I go hike in Picos this summer for the first time (we live only a few hours away from it, in Spain). You've touched people's minds and hearts, Kraig. You might feel alone but you are not. I felt that way a couple years ago and it's taken me so long to understand that I need to embrace the marvellous person I am, and so do you. When you accept yourself as the amazing and imperfect human being you are, everybody else starts seeing it as well. Thanks so much for your work and honesty.

We always think we’re alone, we’re the only ones going through some sort of something. I love when people share personal things going on in their lives. It’s always eye opening when you sit back and think “I’m not alone in this, someone else is definitely experiencing this”. Thanks for being real.

Who even dislikes a video like this??? Thank you for the transparency and for opening up. Everytime you post a video I stop what in doing to watch as it always leaves me in a good place. Thank you!

This was such a great video! It really makes you reevaluate what is actually important in your life. Also Kraig, if you feel that you burned a lot of bridges in your last couple of years, go rebuild them. People change, perspectives change, and there’s no harm in trying to rekindle relationships. Thanks for the great video!

I don't think I've seen a video that sums up my brain as much as this one. Thanks Kraig. It's been a pleasure watching your journey while going thru my own.

Great thoughts and words, Kraig. You're doing some (simple to you, I'm sure, but not to most people) things that will ultimately prove to have created a more fulfilling life when you look back on it. One, and most important: reflecting in a total, open, honest way. That's the only thing that will allow you to change, or improve, or grow, or whatever you choose to call it. And two: seeing the entire world, every corner, every trail, every height and depth. And even though you film and share the parts that are spent alone, you still interact with people at every step, from airports and planes to rental car counters to hotels to shuttles to people you meet at a hot spring. You're making your own life, with active and purpose and intention, and you are examining it as you do so. I'd say you're doing it right.

Thank you for your transparency Kraig, and showing that being real is a process of trial and error, and evolution of effort trying to find what works and feels best for you, a real person. Your approach of just being transparent and honest about things shines as much as your beautiful cinematography.

Big fan of yours since Japan and your hiking videos have provided so much inspiration, and this video delivered once again! Valuing criticism is super hard to learn and is a skill like anything else, takes time and practice - but there’s huge potential to grow from it. Thanks again

I am touching 70. Been a hiker man and boy, father and grandfather. Be kind to yourself Kraig. Live long and prosper. Kirk. Out.

Your authenticity and the capability of yours to show this side has amplified my respect for you. Heavily inspired by this transparency of this video. Honestly people think that once a person becomes huge and famous they become invincible but it's not true. They can go through troubled times as well. Thanks for making this video! You helped a lot of people without even knowing. I hope my comment makes you feel great too because you did fabulous 💜

I truly love the honesty and humility you're putting into this. Thank you so much for that, Kraig. Keep up the awesome work and most importantly, please take care of yourself and your overall well being. Much love!

These past few days I've been meditating to your videos, observing moment to moment, landscapes, places, sounds, footsteps, water streams, listening to the music. Truly being as I experience your work, its like magic, weather changes and transforms, you get tired and take rest, sounds appear, dogs greet you for pets . Try it out, put one of your videos and just try to see everything on it unfold by itself.

Wow! This was so honest, it hurt - but only because you're speaking on behalf of a lot of people. Thanks for being so open and sharing your journey. I've been following for years now but still didn't expect this. Thank you!

I found your channel based on hiking interests - and I love your channel even more now that I have learned about your minimalism outlook! Awesome journey and transformation! So glad it took root in you and you have inspired many with your hiking videos. Funny that the reason I like your videos so much is because of how you use silence. Great journey!!

Hey Kraig, I was a subscriber to your channel a few years ago and watches your filmmaking videos all the time, and you were definitely one of my first inspirations. I stopped watching a lot of youtube over the last year or so once I got to college and lost track of your channel. Recently, I've been getting into hiking and love all your films, they are so relaxing and tell the story perfectly. It's really great to see you open up about your story with raw emotion, you've gained a tremendous amount of respect from me for that. Keep up your great work and keep your head held high!

Kraig, I began watching your videos at roughly the same time as this video - early 2017. I loved watching your lifestyle in New York and the aesthetic you presented in your videos. But over time, I slowly stopped paying attention to your content, like so many other creators similar to you. I didn't know it at the time, but I was suffocating myself with aspirational content that told me the story of the life I didn't have. But in the last few months, I have come back to your videos and I am moved by the beauty of your adventures. More than that, admire the honesty you have displayed in this video. Thank you - this video has definitely pointed out some big questions that I have to answer in regards to my own journey with minimalism and narcism.

Thank you for your beautiful videos!! I absolutely love them ! Makes me feel like I was there with you and now I just want to go hike:) so appreciate you

Big like Kraig. I appreciate you sharing this open heart conversation with yourself. Lots to learn from it.

Kraig, you were one of the people who spurred me to pursue minimalism. I'm early(ish) in my journey and appreciate this retrospective. I am also someone who defaults to a "I can do it alone" attitude, which I know I need to overcome. Thank you for being you and sharing.

Really appreciate these videos Kraig. Been following you for years now. Thank you for all the content and insight on things in life. Keep doing you bud.

The honesty at the end of your video is what really makes it, but only with the context of the whole film. Good story!

Hi Kraig, Thanks for taking the step of sharing some of your environment! ! ! Appreciate it hearing it!

I think it would be very hard to find another creator on KZread who is as open and honest as you. This video is quite honestly a masterpiece. Firstly the story telling of this video is wonderful I always find myself drawn through your videos and I do not even notice the time go, you truly create a wonderful story that doesn't just rely on nice shots but also great hosting and well put together clips. Secondly your honestly is powerful and refreshing in a world where social media is used to disguise you often use it as the opposite and shine a light on your vulnerabilities. Although I cannot fully relate with everything you are going through I truly emphasis and hearing you talk about your troubles with self; helps me in a strange way feel more comfortable with my own problems. Hard to describe but I think everyone on this earth has issues and the more we are open and honest about that the better we can all feel, knowing we are all just trying our best to navigate the life we were born into. Beautiful video and you are definitely my favorite creator on this platform.

Kraig thanks for your genuine honesty and being raw on who you are. I think in today's society people are afraid to express their true self and show the world what is real and genuine. You have tremendous talent, and I enjoy watching your hiking films. Never forget who you are and how you are blessed!

I've been watching some of your hiking videos as i'm looking to start getting into big trips and came across your solo hikes... but the last few minutes of THIS video is amazing. Thank you for showing who you are and not hiding behind the persona.

Thank you for your honesty, Kraig. Please know that you're not alone in what you are feeling and struggling with. And don't beat yourself up about the past! Each day is a new opportunity for you to build and live the relationships and life that you want. On a personal note, your hiking videos have been helping me tremendously with my anxiety throughout quarantine. Hiking is one of my favorite activities but I've not been able to do it because our park gets too crowded and makes my anxiety even worse! So your videos have been a balm for my weary soul. Thank you!

Great video Kraig. Love your honesty. Always great to see you connecting on an emotional level.

Major props for this Kraig. Thanks for sharing your journey and your new perspective. Keep doing your thing.

I always find Kraig asking himself the same questions that I have, in a more coherent sense and it puts so many things into perspective. Thank you Kraig.

Really moving, thanks for sharing your thoughts. I completely feel that need for continuous (and never ending) balance between minimalism - as a tool to be focused, creative, driven - and living a true, anchored life: full of community, surprises, mess. And all in all, requiring to let go of the control in every area of our lives, may them be material or relational. It is true that minimalism, as an obsession, can lead to narcissism, hyper-materialism and de-connection from the social, environmental and relational impacts of the decluttering processes we go through. Thanks for the beautiful, honest content as always !

Kraig, thank you for your vulnerability and honesty and it is humbling to see your personal growth happening in real time. I feel like there are many people that crave freedom and the absolute control (or illusion thereof) that the minimalist ideal ascribes too, but they often overlook the inherent difficulties like the ones you have mentioned, i.e. loneliness as a cost for freedom). The truth for me is whatever path you take (minimalism for freedom and family/relationships for support and stability), you will always have regrets not taking the other path - both having their own set of challenges and benefits. I guess the end goal for me is trying to live a balanced life with aspects of both of these paths with the realistic mindset the “grass is always greener” and the only thing we can really rely on is our experience in the present. Thanks again from a fellow adventurer,, and look forward to more videos! Cheers!

Thanks for your honesty. You now look like you’re doing the things that actually make you happy.

I'm not one to comment on anything but this video just really hit home for me. I hope your journey in finding peace, genuine happiness and "balance" brings you to where you feel the most whole. Really appreciate your content and reminding us how beautiful the world is and the honest struggle behind vloggers - very wholesome.

You're beautiful. You make beauty and share it. I often cuddle my daughter as she falls asleep warching your hiking videos. It's a sweet time. Thank you for that. I recently read that happiness is the feeling of the expansion of the self. Makes sense and maybe explains why creatives are often unhappy, bc we are more fine tuned in looking for expression. That's okay. It's not narcissism. Instead of happiness, seek joy which is the feeling of transcending the self. And as you have rightly deduced, this is best done in relationships. Take good care Kraig. Bless you.

Keep moving forward Kraig. You do help others by being true and honest. Being authentic is refreshing in social media. I have a KZread channel, but have not put anything out there for fear of the feedback that it was not good enough. I find joy in creating. I first found you when I was searching out drone videos. You are young and super creative. I went along for the ride on your many hiking videos. I was always blown away by the shots you captured and your editing style on your travels. Keep being true to yourself on the road to discovery. It's the journey... none of us know where it ends. Wish you all the best.

I’ve watched a bunch of your videos and this was probably your most interesting. There’s a honest and personal story to it that makes it stand out. Greetings from Sweden, by the way.

Kraig, thanks for the video, really loved the honesty. Your work is great my friend - no pressure, no diamonds...

This was great. I found your channel right around when you started down this path, and I was going through a similar path. You’ve been a huge inspiration to me, and I can’t wait to see what’s next.

keep em comin Kraig! Man, I've been a sub for I believe almost a year now and I love your channel & videos. It's refreshing to see these kinds of personalized and real videos from time to time sharing some insight into the person behind the channel. Your videos are truly inspiring and I hope you keep making them as long as it makes you happy! Cheers sir, don't ever change!