Wise words from a wise man 😊. I hope you are your biggest cheerleader!!! I needed these words today, thank you!!!! ❤ .
@nathanb425221 күн бұрын
I appreciate you. Hope you are having an amazing day ❤
@saksokaymen740522 күн бұрын
Thank you brother
@nathanb425222 күн бұрын
The easy way to quit anything video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mpl2ybebZrnZeJM.htmlsi=Cc-f2O1ct0XTv1cL
@saksokaymen740524 күн бұрын
Brother
@nathanb425224 күн бұрын
@saksokaymen7405 too personal? I was just telling part of my story to highlight the point that I've been at the lowest and it's possible to get out of that place.
@saksokaymen740524 күн бұрын
@@nathanb4252 it's just nice to see your progress + you look good brother
@soupsoupsoups2 ай бұрын
hey this is pretty off topic from what you normally talk about but how do you deal with grief, for some backstory my grandma whom i was super close with and half raised me passed close to a year ago and i moved past it quickly but when i start remembering her i get really sad for the rest of the day and can’t shake the thought. i wanted to know how you dealt with any friends or family deaths if
@nathanb42522 ай бұрын
Sorry you lost your grandma, they are really special in our lives and it is hard to lose those closest to us. Grief comes in many forms and how I work through it is allowing myself to feel it and understand that it does pass. Some days you think you're through it and then it'll hit you again like a tonne of bricks and that's OK. Feel it, work through those emotions by understanding that what you're feeling is normal and that you're missing how she made you feel. You're missing the comfort or the happiness so focus more on those good memories or the times she made you feel that feeling. Her energy is still around and she's still there looking out for you it's just from a different place now. If you get momentum on those sad or negative feelings and can't shake it then distraction works. Do something you love or take a nap and start again when you're in a better state of mind. It's a process and by giving yourself permission to grieve its likely you'll grieve less. Ask for help from your grandma, say hey grandma (or whatever you called her) I'm missing you and I could use some help to stop feeling so sad and see what happens. I hope that helps a little. She was lucky to have someone in her lifetime who loved her so much, you must be a very special person to feel so deeply to miss her so much. ❤️
@Anthony-pq3bz2 ай бұрын
What’s your thoughts on optimising dopamine pathways to re-enforce productive behaviour? I’ve quit caffeine 2 weeks ago and have noticed tremendous benefits, however I’m tempted to have a small cup today and solely do productive tasks in hopes of ‘rewiring’ my brain to find this rewarding. I’ve heard that dopamine is mainly an association mechanism so if I experience greater levels of dopamine while doing a ‘boring’ yet productive task, it could possibly permanently change the way I view it in the future without the coffee. Just a hypothesis. I’m also strategically experimenting with adderall for the same benefit. I know people use these compounds as a ‘hack’ to bypass their own willpower, I’m just solely talking about using it as a tool.
@nathanb42522 ай бұрын
Live in alignment with your values and if you're doing something that doesn't align with your highest values then tie it in. Doing that is the greatest productivity hack. Yes quitting caffeine, alcohol and any toxins will force your body to adapt and create a more pure energy which powers you longer. Yes adderall will work for a short time but for sustainability and mental clarity with consistency there's nothing that can beat natural energy and taking care of your health. Which means emotional regulation, reflection and awareness, growth, movement, nutrition and overall balance in your life. Figure out the best balance for you between movement and rest, social connection and isolation and you'll achieve a higher baseline dopamine level. Hope that helps?
@Anthony-pq3bzАй бұрын
@@nathanb4252 Yes, thank you.
@saksokaymen74053 ай бұрын
thank you brother
@alex-rc8oh3 ай бұрын
I appreciate you mate. Love from the Devonshire
@saksokaymen74053 ай бұрын
thank you brother keep posting your talk is very useful
@saksokaymen74053 ай бұрын
this brought me some hope that's has been lost a long time . thank you
@nathanb42523 ай бұрын
There have been times when hope has been the only thing I had left to hang on to and that was all I needed to dig myself out of a situation. It's a damn good place to start. You've got this, you're already a better person than you were yesterday, I'm proud of you! 🙏
@Anthony-pq3bz3 ай бұрын
This is honestly a gem of a video. I’ve added it to my playlist of important videos to watch again later. Hugely insightful. I honestly feel blessed knowing that I’m one of the early people to come across your channel. Do you have any book recommendations in terms of business? I’m currently reading through: The Millionaire Fastlane. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
@nathanb42523 ай бұрын
Thanks legend, you're an inspiration and you've made my day!
@Anthony-pq3bz3 ай бұрын
Keep up the content bro!
@alex-rc8oh3 ай бұрын
I really like that slingshot phrase.. i did 2 days without this week, and then i smoked yesterday. Today i woke up and didnt smoke straight away, done bits around the house some excercise and eating, then i rolled a little smoke and before i lit it i saw one of your vids come up random. Kinda did feel like a concidental time to find the channel. What you say rings to me as truth, i feel that. I did smoke what i rolled or i am right now but im gunna keep going see if i can do a few more days now. I been smoking everyday for about 20 years really, its not even a big problem as such but i can see the problems its caused me all this time too, its time to let it go now for me really. Its the current challenge for my next level i know it, and im progress kicking ass as you say. Thanks for the content
@alex-rc8oh3 ай бұрын
Very good. I feel this random video and true words.
@saksokaymen74053 ай бұрын
thank you man
@Jenjee20214 ай бұрын
This all makes a lot of sense. Thank you!
@kev.s51044 ай бұрын
Journal JOURNAL!!!
@kev.s51044 ай бұрын
Definitely some aymic habits in here
@supportadmin77354 ай бұрын
I see no reason to quit if you are not addicted. Every human has vices the key is to do it in moderation and not let it hurt other high priority areas of your life. You have to have control of it or yes I think you need to stop and get it together. Anyway, if you do not need it, do not smoke it. Do it in moderation if you do need it and do not abuse the herb.
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Spot on and very insightful. For me I let it take over my life and had to go through a journey to remove it from my life. If someone can keep it in moderation and it enhances their experience of life then I admire that strength, I just wanted to share my experience and how I overcame that addictive side of using weed. Thank you for your thoughtful comment, it's definitely another important part of the conversation that needs to be had so thanks for shedding light on that aspect. I Appreciate you 🙏
@andyvirus23004 ай бұрын
You don’t have to, but you should ;)
@Matija-ml4zq4 ай бұрын
I've been trying to quit weed from 2017-2022 which mainly involved both short and long stints of abstinence that generally ended up with me relapsing. I started smoking it daily in 2014 living the introverted stoner life and producing music. I smoked it casually from 2011 with friends so a totally different relationship from the one I had eventually developed. Fast forward to today, I've been off it for 1 year but my life has changed a lot in the past many years, a culmination of decisions that eventually lead me to where I am now trying to build a life centered around people/community as opposed to myself. Your message about ego death is something I'd been thinking about throughout this journey as well. I would say I've definitely experienced ego death which feels cheesy saying because many years ago id bash people who claimed such things lol. For a while now I've felt like Im in a bit of a limbo state, lacking the clear direction I once had as a result of "knowing" myself. Now, I don't know who i am - but feel like I'm developing a better sense of it again, moving slowly (but surely so i tell myself) in the ""right"" direction.
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
I feel this, making music and smoking weed go so well together, while it helped me with creativity it also stopped me progressing on ideas and I'd have a laptop full of half finished songs in logic sessions. Finding direction is the next step after quitting and I have a whole process around finding that direction so I think that will be my next lot of videos. You're doing so well to get this far, it's incredible and you've gained some massive wisdom along the way. Thank you for your thoughtful awesome comment, keep me updated on the journey, sounds like it's been a hell of a ride. If you've got any music online throw a link up, I'd love to hear it.
@Matija-ml4zq4 ай бұрын
I'd be curious to get insight into your approach to find direction so i'll subscribe to see what you put out :) My approach has been trying out different hobbies and so far I've realised that I enjoy physical activity. Been doing Yoga and Kickboxing intermittently since 2018 so I'm trying to reduce the gaps I take from doing both, the ultimate goal being to become good at a new skill and maintain a healthy body. Also obvs developing myself in my career so there's that too. But none of these feel like they take me out of the 'limbo state' the way music did. I didn't say, but music isn't really a big part of my life anymore. Have tried reconnecting with it on a number of occasions but it just doesn't bring me joy the way it used to. Still pick up my instrument and play away every now and again though. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ppN22dV9aLzfecY.html&ab_channel=MemoryCloud That's a mix of my tracks I did for a radio station. The idea was to showcase the variety of styles I'd produce and make a journey. Also, I totally get what you mean by never really finishing tracks :) @@nathanb4252
@BillGriffin774 ай бұрын
God put this on my homepage when i really needed it. Thanks, since YT is recomending this video it may blow up FYI
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
God works through the YT algorithm for me too 🙏
@sandro37444 ай бұрын
Good insights
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Thank you, glad you got something from it.
@LifeSizeBox4 ай бұрын
Great video… Identifying as a non smoker is top level advice. Plus, having an impulse or craving to smoke isn’t congruent with a non smoker so that’s good to remember. That is the difference maker. The journaling is a great dopamine reward when randomly looking back upon it. Thanks again for the video!
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Journaling changed my life, it started as a spewing of emotion and now I journal about ideas, goals, insights and creating the life I want.
@bronktug24464 ай бұрын
Interesting take
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Thank you, just trying to offer a different way of looking at it, this perspective made it much easier for me to quit.
@juzmega15444 ай бұрын
What a hidden gem of a video, and how ironic that I'm watching it while high... I've been smoking for a year and a half now. I have always persuaded myself that I am very functional, so what is the point of quitting? I enjoy undertaking activities high and believe that I can perform better at while high, maybe because its simply more fun. I'm afraid that if I stop weed, I'll lose who I am or part of who I am like you mentioned in the video. Without cannabis, I'm bored, and life feels like an inconvenience, I tend to reward my self with weed. Prior I took around 3 days off from cannabis. I felt lazy and unmotivated; everything around me appeared dull, and I felt dull. I feel like something is missing and can only acquire whats missing by smoking (i think this just means that im an addict lol). I want to change my identity as a non smoker. I would like to quit so im going to quit. If you got this far thankyou for reading all this lol
@adamcouch4 ай бұрын
You got it bro. It’s so easy to fall back into the cycle, just keep pushing
@joehatton18844 ай бұрын
oohhh year and a half already, we got a lifer over here. Clubcard in the post.
@juzmega15444 ай бұрын
@@adamcouchthankyou brother
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
You nailed it so perfectly, I used to be high pretty much constantly because everything was more fun if I was bent and then it got to a point where I just smoked to feel normal. When I quit smoking life sucked for a while, and I might make a video about that but it allowed me to find what was missing in my life, (I had those same feelings you described) which was self belief and self love. Now a big part of who I am is being someone who moves ahead on goals and creating the life I want. You're on a good path now bro, thank you for the comment and I admire your strength and courage. You've got this! Keep me updated on your progress, and thank you for the insightful, thoughtful comment.
@youhavenvrfeltawomanstouch95994 ай бұрын
this actually helped me so much omg thank you
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Comments like this inspire me to keep doing better, thank you 🙏
@Pilgrim-apprenticer4 ай бұрын
Could u make a video where u talk about dealing with adhd
@Pilgrim-apprenticer4 ай бұрын
If u have adhd, i think i heard u mention that in one vid.
@lilpooppack24974 ай бұрын
idk man i had a very crazy acid and weed trip and i ego died and was in hell for a pretty long time. anytime i smoke weed i have panic attacks. i dont think NOT quitting weed is the right decision x)
@Random.251144 ай бұрын
Same thing happened to me bro. Quitting is definitely the right option.
@cogkis4 ай бұрын
did you even watch the vide
@lilpooppack24974 ай бұрын
@@cogkis no
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Sounds like it's been a journey, if you have some time to watch the video I would love to hear your insights. After your experience you have a lot of value to give and I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for the comment legend 🙏
@lilpooppack24974 ай бұрын
@@nathanb4252 hm, not explainable in words. I thought me and everything that has ever existed ceased to exist. thought it was the punishment of god that I took this acid. It felt like my consciousness became a knocked over domino stone of infinite domino stones falling. Then it exploded and i thought I knew all the answers to the universe.
@shane40184 ай бұрын
Very helpful video 👍
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Thank you legend and thank you for taking the time to comment. Knowing I'm making an impact inspires me to keep sharing, it's a new experience for me so I appreciate the feedback. 🙏
@soupsoupsoups4 ай бұрын
hey dude i watch all your videos that have come out in the past month or two, i’ve found them really helpful to starting the quitting process, i’ve implemented some of the things you talk about and seen improvement, keep making these please
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
You're an inspiration, keep going, you are awesome! 🙏Keep me posted on your progress.
@FRvr11224 ай бұрын
i ment nice
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Thanks legend! 🙏
@FRvr11224 ай бұрын
nive video bro
@soupsoupsoups4 ай бұрын
i just deleted a whole paragraph that was too personal but please keep making videos like this and the others you have been making you’re truly making a huge impact on me and no doubt many others as they come across your videos
@soupsoupsoups4 ай бұрын
what do you do for ADHD and overthinking/mind racing since you've stopped, thats the main reason i stay by it as well. Your first video on this inspired me to try to quit im 4 days strong right now. edit: not going strong haha i hate how i feel right now
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
There's no easy way through it and if I'm honest by day 3 I had a breakdown. I was lucky I had some amazing friends who just sat with me so you're doing better than you know. Your mind is going to be loud, it'll probably suck for a while but eventually things do calm down. The over thinking is a habit and there's a whole process to undoing that habit. Meditation helps, distraction and redirection helps and so does exercise. I'll try and articulate it in a video, but mostly it's just time. Proud of you, keep going. You are doing a lot better than you realize.
@zimwizard71054 ай бұрын
i was just on day 3 of not smoking and here i am stoned watching this video smh🤦♂️
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
That's ok, you did 3 days and that's MASSIVE! the first time I tried to quit I did three days and smoked then stopped completely. You've proven to yourself you can do three days, so now try to do four. You've totally got this!
@patrickobrien91944 ай бұрын
day 5 of no alcohol and no weed - someone with ADHD these things do not help us were lying to ourself
@paulieloks62164 ай бұрын
I'm n the process of stopping
@GravityDabs4 ай бұрын
❤❤ thanks bro.
@kylesawtelle85814 ай бұрын
I understand what's your say but it's not that easy to quit. when you have a heavy addiction you will do anything for it. you have to hit rock bottom before you quit something like H.
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
Do you have to hit rock bottom? What if you could quit H before you hit rock bottom? I totally get what you're saying, I might do another video with more detail. Comments like this help so much in my own growth and learning so thank you, you are amazing! 🙏
@Yeeter964 ай бұрын
you only have one life so do what u really want, if thats smoking doobies then do it. need to remember that too much of anything is not good✌peace
@cherylronneberg99504 ай бұрын
Why? You know better than God, like pharma is destroying our youth😢
@pshtiwannn4 ай бұрын
It’s my 16th day nicotine free. I feel the urge every now and then and it is so strong.
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
It will be for a while, one day at a time, five minutes at a time if that's what it takes. Remember why you're not smoking and every time you get through a craving you make yourself a little stronger. Remind yourself of all the times you resisted before when you want to smoke and be present in the moment.
@pshtiwannn4 ай бұрын
@@nathanb4252 was on the verge of relapse, I bought a pack and did smoke one cigarette in the second week, but I managed not to finish the pack and just threw it into the bin.
@mxan2a74 ай бұрын
I needed this, quitting nicotine is such a high hurdle to jump
@stephenwright82574 ай бұрын
Amen
@kaseybrown48934 ай бұрын
hey we can quit together!! they say after 3 days it gets better so let’s make it to those 3 days
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
But you can jump it, that's why I had the bigger run up of giving myself a future date to quit and spending that time telling myself everything I didn't like about it. Every time I did that the hurdle lowered a little so when I jumped it wasn't as big of a jump. You've got this 👊
@forestdweller55814 ай бұрын
No it is not. It is well known the tobacco industry adds addictive substances to the products we smoke. That is what you have a hard time quitting and not the nicotine.
@Peter-ou6fk4 ай бұрын
Well, unfortunately I don’t have a reason.
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
That's ok, do you want to quit?
@Peter-ou6fk4 ай бұрын
@@nathanb4252 yes I do.
@Peter-ou6fk4 ай бұрын
@@nathanb4252 yes I do.
@Peter-ou6fk4 ай бұрын
Yeah man.
@tensacktom4 ай бұрын
@@Peter-ou6fkyou got this dude
@nikolaburaz4 ай бұрын
Man i know its cliche but its all in head i just stopped 3 days ago and i didnt want to smoke it for a sec plus i feel same as before lol
@nathanb42524 ай бұрын
You're so right, it is all in your mindset. The first three days are the hardest and it starts getting easier after that. I'm proud of you, you're on an amazing path, well done! 👊
@nikolaburaz4 ай бұрын
@@nathanb4252 tnx bud but i had extra help by my stupid brain that was thinkin im goin nuts. so i just said fack that shit im out.
@lightning3605 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant video, i needed this, cheers
@thirdthought1988 Жыл бұрын
He's right. It shows your more of a man by staying stoic and calm in stressful situations!!!
@DarkoCash3 жыл бұрын
Well done man
@bhavesh1paradise4 жыл бұрын
Very nice job bro! Unique cover, one of the best covers on youtube 👌
@nathanb42524 жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Have a wonderful day brother 🤗 you've made my day.
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Wise words from a wise man 😊. I hope you are your biggest cheerleader!!! I needed these words today, thank you!!!! ❤ .
I appreciate you. Hope you are having an amazing day ❤
Thank you brother
The easy way to quit anything video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mpl2ybebZrnZeJM.htmlsi=Cc-f2O1ct0XTv1cL
Brother
@saksokaymen7405 too personal? I was just telling part of my story to highlight the point that I've been at the lowest and it's possible to get out of that place.
@@nathanb4252 it's just nice to see your progress + you look good brother
hey this is pretty off topic from what you normally talk about but how do you deal with grief, for some backstory my grandma whom i was super close with and half raised me passed close to a year ago and i moved past it quickly but when i start remembering her i get really sad for the rest of the day and can’t shake the thought. i wanted to know how you dealt with any friends or family deaths if
Sorry you lost your grandma, they are really special in our lives and it is hard to lose those closest to us. Grief comes in many forms and how I work through it is allowing myself to feel it and understand that it does pass. Some days you think you're through it and then it'll hit you again like a tonne of bricks and that's OK. Feel it, work through those emotions by understanding that what you're feeling is normal and that you're missing how she made you feel. You're missing the comfort or the happiness so focus more on those good memories or the times she made you feel that feeling. Her energy is still around and she's still there looking out for you it's just from a different place now. If you get momentum on those sad or negative feelings and can't shake it then distraction works. Do something you love or take a nap and start again when you're in a better state of mind. It's a process and by giving yourself permission to grieve its likely you'll grieve less. Ask for help from your grandma, say hey grandma (or whatever you called her) I'm missing you and I could use some help to stop feeling so sad and see what happens. I hope that helps a little. She was lucky to have someone in her lifetime who loved her so much, you must be a very special person to feel so deeply to miss her so much. ❤️
What’s your thoughts on optimising dopamine pathways to re-enforce productive behaviour? I’ve quit caffeine 2 weeks ago and have noticed tremendous benefits, however I’m tempted to have a small cup today and solely do productive tasks in hopes of ‘rewiring’ my brain to find this rewarding. I’ve heard that dopamine is mainly an association mechanism so if I experience greater levels of dopamine while doing a ‘boring’ yet productive task, it could possibly permanently change the way I view it in the future without the coffee. Just a hypothesis. I’m also strategically experimenting with adderall for the same benefit. I know people use these compounds as a ‘hack’ to bypass their own willpower, I’m just solely talking about using it as a tool.
Live in alignment with your values and if you're doing something that doesn't align with your highest values then tie it in. Doing that is the greatest productivity hack. Yes quitting caffeine, alcohol and any toxins will force your body to adapt and create a more pure energy which powers you longer. Yes adderall will work for a short time but for sustainability and mental clarity with consistency there's nothing that can beat natural energy and taking care of your health. Which means emotional regulation, reflection and awareness, growth, movement, nutrition and overall balance in your life. Figure out the best balance for you between movement and rest, social connection and isolation and you'll achieve a higher baseline dopamine level. Hope that helps?
@@nathanb4252 Yes, thank you.
thank you brother
I appreciate you mate. Love from the Devonshire
thank you brother keep posting your talk is very useful
this brought me some hope that's has been lost a long time . thank you
There have been times when hope has been the only thing I had left to hang on to and that was all I needed to dig myself out of a situation. It's a damn good place to start. You've got this, you're already a better person than you were yesterday, I'm proud of you! 🙏
This is honestly a gem of a video. I’ve added it to my playlist of important videos to watch again later. Hugely insightful. I honestly feel blessed knowing that I’m one of the early people to come across your channel. Do you have any book recommendations in terms of business? I’m currently reading through: The Millionaire Fastlane. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks legend, you're an inspiration and you've made my day!
Keep up the content bro!
I really like that slingshot phrase.. i did 2 days without this week, and then i smoked yesterday. Today i woke up and didnt smoke straight away, done bits around the house some excercise and eating, then i rolled a little smoke and before i lit it i saw one of your vids come up random. Kinda did feel like a concidental time to find the channel. What you say rings to me as truth, i feel that. I did smoke what i rolled or i am right now but im gunna keep going see if i can do a few more days now. I been smoking everyday for about 20 years really, its not even a big problem as such but i can see the problems its caused me all this time too, its time to let it go now for me really. Its the current challenge for my next level i know it, and im progress kicking ass as you say. Thanks for the content
Very good. I feel this random video and true words.
thank you man
This all makes a lot of sense. Thank you!
Journal JOURNAL!!!
Definitely some aymic habits in here
I see no reason to quit if you are not addicted. Every human has vices the key is to do it in moderation and not let it hurt other high priority areas of your life. You have to have control of it or yes I think you need to stop and get it together. Anyway, if you do not need it, do not smoke it. Do it in moderation if you do need it and do not abuse the herb.
Spot on and very insightful. For me I let it take over my life and had to go through a journey to remove it from my life. If someone can keep it in moderation and it enhances their experience of life then I admire that strength, I just wanted to share my experience and how I overcame that addictive side of using weed. Thank you for your thoughtful comment, it's definitely another important part of the conversation that needs to be had so thanks for shedding light on that aspect. I Appreciate you 🙏
You don’t have to, but you should ;)
I've been trying to quit weed from 2017-2022 which mainly involved both short and long stints of abstinence that generally ended up with me relapsing. I started smoking it daily in 2014 living the introverted stoner life and producing music. I smoked it casually from 2011 with friends so a totally different relationship from the one I had eventually developed. Fast forward to today, I've been off it for 1 year but my life has changed a lot in the past many years, a culmination of decisions that eventually lead me to where I am now trying to build a life centered around people/community as opposed to myself. Your message about ego death is something I'd been thinking about throughout this journey as well. I would say I've definitely experienced ego death which feels cheesy saying because many years ago id bash people who claimed such things lol. For a while now I've felt like Im in a bit of a limbo state, lacking the clear direction I once had as a result of "knowing" myself. Now, I don't know who i am - but feel like I'm developing a better sense of it again, moving slowly (but surely so i tell myself) in the ""right"" direction.
I feel this, making music and smoking weed go so well together, while it helped me with creativity it also stopped me progressing on ideas and I'd have a laptop full of half finished songs in logic sessions. Finding direction is the next step after quitting and I have a whole process around finding that direction so I think that will be my next lot of videos. You're doing so well to get this far, it's incredible and you've gained some massive wisdom along the way. Thank you for your thoughtful awesome comment, keep me updated on the journey, sounds like it's been a hell of a ride. If you've got any music online throw a link up, I'd love to hear it.
I'd be curious to get insight into your approach to find direction so i'll subscribe to see what you put out :) My approach has been trying out different hobbies and so far I've realised that I enjoy physical activity. Been doing Yoga and Kickboxing intermittently since 2018 so I'm trying to reduce the gaps I take from doing both, the ultimate goal being to become good at a new skill and maintain a healthy body. Also obvs developing myself in my career so there's that too. But none of these feel like they take me out of the 'limbo state' the way music did. I didn't say, but music isn't really a big part of my life anymore. Have tried reconnecting with it on a number of occasions but it just doesn't bring me joy the way it used to. Still pick up my instrument and play away every now and again though. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ppN22dV9aLzfecY.html&ab_channel=MemoryCloud That's a mix of my tracks I did for a radio station. The idea was to showcase the variety of styles I'd produce and make a journey. Also, I totally get what you mean by never really finishing tracks :) @@nathanb4252
God put this on my homepage when i really needed it. Thanks, since YT is recomending this video it may blow up FYI
God works through the YT algorithm for me too 🙏
Good insights
Thank you, glad you got something from it.
Great video… Identifying as a non smoker is top level advice. Plus, having an impulse or craving to smoke isn’t congruent with a non smoker so that’s good to remember. That is the difference maker. The journaling is a great dopamine reward when randomly looking back upon it. Thanks again for the video!
Journaling changed my life, it started as a spewing of emotion and now I journal about ideas, goals, insights and creating the life I want.
Interesting take
Thank you, just trying to offer a different way of looking at it, this perspective made it much easier for me to quit.
What a hidden gem of a video, and how ironic that I'm watching it while high... I've been smoking for a year and a half now. I have always persuaded myself that I am very functional, so what is the point of quitting? I enjoy undertaking activities high and believe that I can perform better at while high, maybe because its simply more fun. I'm afraid that if I stop weed, I'll lose who I am or part of who I am like you mentioned in the video. Without cannabis, I'm bored, and life feels like an inconvenience, I tend to reward my self with weed. Prior I took around 3 days off from cannabis. I felt lazy and unmotivated; everything around me appeared dull, and I felt dull. I feel like something is missing and can only acquire whats missing by smoking (i think this just means that im an addict lol). I want to change my identity as a non smoker. I would like to quit so im going to quit. If you got this far thankyou for reading all this lol
You got it bro. It’s so easy to fall back into the cycle, just keep pushing
oohhh year and a half already, we got a lifer over here. Clubcard in the post.
@@adamcouchthankyou brother
You nailed it so perfectly, I used to be high pretty much constantly because everything was more fun if I was bent and then it got to a point where I just smoked to feel normal. When I quit smoking life sucked for a while, and I might make a video about that but it allowed me to find what was missing in my life, (I had those same feelings you described) which was self belief and self love. Now a big part of who I am is being someone who moves ahead on goals and creating the life I want. You're on a good path now bro, thank you for the comment and I admire your strength and courage. You've got this! Keep me updated on your progress, and thank you for the insightful, thoughtful comment.
this actually helped me so much omg thank you
Comments like this inspire me to keep doing better, thank you 🙏
Could u make a video where u talk about dealing with adhd
If u have adhd, i think i heard u mention that in one vid.
idk man i had a very crazy acid and weed trip and i ego died and was in hell for a pretty long time. anytime i smoke weed i have panic attacks. i dont think NOT quitting weed is the right decision x)
Same thing happened to me bro. Quitting is definitely the right option.
did you even watch the vide
@@cogkis no
Sounds like it's been a journey, if you have some time to watch the video I would love to hear your insights. After your experience you have a lot of value to give and I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for the comment legend 🙏
@@nathanb4252 hm, not explainable in words. I thought me and everything that has ever existed ceased to exist. thought it was the punishment of god that I took this acid. It felt like my consciousness became a knocked over domino stone of infinite domino stones falling. Then it exploded and i thought I knew all the answers to the universe.
Very helpful video 👍
Thank you legend and thank you for taking the time to comment. Knowing I'm making an impact inspires me to keep sharing, it's a new experience for me so I appreciate the feedback. 🙏
hey dude i watch all your videos that have come out in the past month or two, i’ve found them really helpful to starting the quitting process, i’ve implemented some of the things you talk about and seen improvement, keep making these please
You're an inspiration, keep going, you are awesome! 🙏Keep me posted on your progress.
i ment nice
Thanks legend! 🙏
nive video bro
i just deleted a whole paragraph that was too personal but please keep making videos like this and the others you have been making you’re truly making a huge impact on me and no doubt many others as they come across your videos
what do you do for ADHD and overthinking/mind racing since you've stopped, thats the main reason i stay by it as well. Your first video on this inspired me to try to quit im 4 days strong right now. edit: not going strong haha i hate how i feel right now
There's no easy way through it and if I'm honest by day 3 I had a breakdown. I was lucky I had some amazing friends who just sat with me so you're doing better than you know. Your mind is going to be loud, it'll probably suck for a while but eventually things do calm down. The over thinking is a habit and there's a whole process to undoing that habit. Meditation helps, distraction and redirection helps and so does exercise. I'll try and articulate it in a video, but mostly it's just time. Proud of you, keep going. You are doing a lot better than you realize.
i was just on day 3 of not smoking and here i am stoned watching this video smh🤦♂️
That's ok, you did 3 days and that's MASSIVE! the first time I tried to quit I did three days and smoked then stopped completely. You've proven to yourself you can do three days, so now try to do four. You've totally got this!
day 5 of no alcohol and no weed - someone with ADHD these things do not help us were lying to ourself
I'm n the process of stopping
❤❤ thanks bro.
I understand what's your say but it's not that easy to quit. when you have a heavy addiction you will do anything for it. you have to hit rock bottom before you quit something like H.
Do you have to hit rock bottom? What if you could quit H before you hit rock bottom? I totally get what you're saying, I might do another video with more detail. Comments like this help so much in my own growth and learning so thank you, you are amazing! 🙏
you only have one life so do what u really want, if thats smoking doobies then do it. need to remember that too much of anything is not good✌peace
Why? You know better than God, like pharma is destroying our youth😢
It’s my 16th day nicotine free. I feel the urge every now and then and it is so strong.
It will be for a while, one day at a time, five minutes at a time if that's what it takes. Remember why you're not smoking and every time you get through a craving you make yourself a little stronger. Remind yourself of all the times you resisted before when you want to smoke and be present in the moment.
@@nathanb4252 was on the verge of relapse, I bought a pack and did smoke one cigarette in the second week, but I managed not to finish the pack and just threw it into the bin.
I needed this, quitting nicotine is such a high hurdle to jump
Amen
hey we can quit together!! they say after 3 days it gets better so let’s make it to those 3 days
But you can jump it, that's why I had the bigger run up of giving myself a future date to quit and spending that time telling myself everything I didn't like about it. Every time I did that the hurdle lowered a little so when I jumped it wasn't as big of a jump. You've got this 👊
No it is not. It is well known the tobacco industry adds addictive substances to the products we smoke. That is what you have a hard time quitting and not the nicotine.
Well, unfortunately I don’t have a reason.
That's ok, do you want to quit?
@@nathanb4252 yes I do.
@@nathanb4252 yes I do.
Yeah man.
@@Peter-ou6fkyou got this dude
Man i know its cliche but its all in head i just stopped 3 days ago and i didnt want to smoke it for a sec plus i feel same as before lol
You're so right, it is all in your mindset. The first three days are the hardest and it starts getting easier after that. I'm proud of you, you're on an amazing path, well done! 👊
@@nathanb4252 tnx bud but i had extra help by my stupid brain that was thinkin im goin nuts. so i just said fack that shit im out.
Absolutely brilliant video, i needed this, cheers
He's right. It shows your more of a man by staying stoic and calm in stressful situations!!!
Well done man
Very nice job bro! Unique cover, one of the best covers on youtube 👌
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Have a wonderful day brother 🤗 you've made my day.
Excellent, fantastic voice
Thank you, you've made my day 🤗