Arguments on Youtube are the best way to exercise patience bar none.
This is my prime thought whenever I speak to someone on here: my patience WILL be tested.
How do you test that you have SAD rather than an alternative explaination e.g. a suppressed memory about something bad at a certain time of year? Is SAD only about the vitamins you're not getting from sun light? Could it be to do with subconscious associations about the time of year?
@BionicDance Ok, would you say your diet and exercise routines are strict but also varied enough? There's nothing like exercise to bring colour back to your face.
lol srry should have wastched more after i heard you talk about Sad i went and read for a few mins when i read yhat lamps help i went crazy sounds so crazy to me lol reminds of the blue girl from FARSCAPE
I saw the video on YouTube several months ago. While listening to it I had to get off my bench and scream at the stupid morons. Out of the entire ugly, repulsive herd, only one person voiced a sane, rational answer. "Let students decide for themselves if gravity exists." Gods!
Keight, it may be SAD, but it could be what the Christian community has been doing, and saying, after the fallout of the RI high school prayer ruling. I know last night I was restraining myself so much not to punch someone that I couldn't move.
@BETAmosquito Well, take heart...I'm on my way back soon! Working on a new episode of Rational Station; it may take me a week or two to finish it, but it'll herald my triumphant return.
what a world. i had to join Facebook to track down 2 faggots & just now had to join Google & youtube to write to a lesbian.
i hope you survive your SAD episode of this winter. i live in snowy PA and hide inside til March (except to hack up firewood). you definitely deserve a break. i just found your videos & they are a breath of fresh air. i wish i had your talent for speaking. since i don't, i'll continue 2 enjoy your rants. what a pleasure 2 listen 2 someone who is intelligent & well-spoken!
one thing i learned from Dusty Smith's visit to my house is how to NOT care what people comment. I was a fire cracker and would debate ANYONE(even debated on your behalf Keight), but watching how Dusty would check his iphone and do a small laugh then go on about his day was inspiring. Once i asked what made him smirk and he said "OOOHH Just another death threat" like it was nothing. And he is right, the message is getting across when you have more likes and positive comments so keep going :)
@thereligioussnitch But people like it when I interact, and I enjoy it, too. I can learn just as much from chatting as they can from watching. I don't want to stop that part...so I need a rest. Besides, unlike Dusty, I was doing about a video a day, sometimes more! I think I've earned a vacation, neh?
@BionicDance I like when you interact too. i was saying, don't let it get to you mentally. you deserve a vacation, especially with the amount of videos and time you put in the fight against religion. it's inspiring. rest up. hope to see you soon :)
I have to say that Bionic dance is the ultimate keyboard warrior. She somehow manages to reply to nearly every comment, I can't imagine how annoying it must be to play verbal puzzle games with circular reasoners all day as I can barley put up with a couple. To be honest bionic I think you need to just let your videos stand for themselves and not feel the need to rationalize the ignorant. You will always have more likes than dislikes, just shrug the special few off.
@Madkevin88 I understand what you're saying, but one of the things people like about my videos is that I chat with the viewers, that I don't hold myself aloof.
Also, I could be wrong. If someone has information that can change my worldview, facts that can show me what is instead of what I only think is, I want to hear it...and I won't really get to hear that unless I take part in the debate.
And if the trolls have gotten to me after three or so years of video-posting such that I need a break...
It's Blue Monday and I'm thinking of you and wishing that everything is getting better with you. And if I had two space ships and one was pink and had a hot tub and a kicking sound system I would definitely give it to you. Stay strong.
Have fun on your vacation. Everyone deserves a break now and then. Your friends and fans understand. Good luck with your seasonal affective disorder. I live on the coast of Oregon and totally understand the lack of sun. I hope all is well with you soon.
I'm also from Seattle, and I too have felt the lack of light.
But I seemed to have finally fought it off. I leave a light box on about 10 feet away all day, and take Rhodiola Rosea. I heavily supplement with other things too, but those two took me over the hump.
I just get up in the mornings now, and have energy and drive to get things done. Also, I seem to be more resourceful looking for solutions, instead of bemoaning problems. And I'm much more positive toward other people.
I totally understand, mood disorders suck ass. I have chronic depression, and social anxiety, and my partner has chronic depression and agoraphobia. We're both on meds for it, but there's still some problems with it, more so for him than me, my meds work pretty well. But I totally understand, I go through periods where I don't post to my channel for sometimes months at a time. Take care Keight.
I suffer from seasonal depression, I have found that vitamin D and a sun lamp really help. Unfortunately they are expensive, but in the future if you have the funds I would highly recomend you look into it. In the meantime take the time you need, and recharge.
I too live in the land of the clouds, but we have the Space Needle so it can't be all bad. We usually take our vacations in the winter. I try to hold out until December or January, from there it is a down hill ride into spring.
strange thing is, ive always wanted to move to Seattle(grew up with Nirvana). I can't imagine growing up in the suburbs of Detroit is any better. My vitamin D has always been in the pill form
You can rant about the reason rally if you want, and I hear Captain Morgan has great restorative powers, expecially on a Saturday night.....hint, hint....
Oh and my posts before were about your great choice in music and your great singing voice that time ;) But I only mean stay if you can somehow change your feelings on what you encounter, dont let them win, be strong + enjoy the good comments and forget the idiots. Everyone has there opinion, + mostly on the internet people just say stuff to troll + get a reaction, you taking a rest is what some may get satisfaction from. Thought you was a fighter ;) But seriously, take the rest if u need to
Excuse me missy, ;) I have only posted to a few of your vids before but this vid got the keyboard off the shelf lol. Of course if you really feel a rest is what you need you take it. In life we can all get bogged down and bored and annoyed and stuff. But you have big fan base, you have fans and are loved, and we all have to accept there are total idiots out there. But if we just expect that then it can easily be overcome. Anything above encountering idiots should be a bonus. Pweeease stay ;) x
@cruiseylee Oh, it goes beyond people being twits; I'm genuinely not at my best right now, and it's due to the weather, the light, and how I react to its lack. My temper is bad, and I need some time away.
I'll be back, don't worry...but for now, I really do need to recharge.
Talking to dipshits is depressing. Why don't you spend the time off talking to the right people, and not the wrong ones. Spend time with friends, kindred spirits, people you like and trust, etc. Don't try to ACCOMPLISH anything or PRODUCE anything, just enjoy the time away, that's all.
You are one of my favourite Youtubers, simply for how much you overextend in your interaction with us. You'll snap out of this funk soon enough, but if it takes longer than expected, then take as much time as you need. You can at least be assured that I'll still be watching.
@BionicDance My Atheist! Geez ... Dont let the god-bugs get ya! I wanted to say I just zapped through my tv and I saw Dr. Oz (yeah the Oprah dipshit) ... and he was promoting Gospel-fitness. I just wanted to tell what a great laugh we get in Europe from this USA bullshit. We only have 2 or so channels with this kinda crap here in my country. I pitty USA ppl zapping the remote and see that crap on numerous channels. May The Force Be With You, And Today Is A Good Day To Die! Q'apla !
it's not seasonal anything. it's too much time on youtube. internet addiction. getting too engrossed in what you do online. i've been there before. not with youtube but other things. cold turkey is best until you become able to casually visit again. in your case that'd mean making a meaningful vid every 1-2 weeks, rather than responding to every idiot who posts a vid on here.
We in Britain have a similar climate to Seattle/Washington & are similarly prone to Seasonal Effective Disorder.
Pat Condell is going through a similar phase lately & coming across a tad over tetchy at times.
What you describe is, however, more YouTube than SAD. Regular YouTubers - bloggers or not - tend to get over-involved & after a while the trolls & other idiots start getting to your temper. The trick is to take a break away from YouTube from time to time.
Go tanning. Yeah, I know sounds silly but it will help. Eat foods with lots of vitamin C. Work out. If you have seasonal disorder this works for both issues. Depression and Anger. Get out of the house! Go jogging, go to an arcade, go join a boxing class. Anything physical outside of your house/apartment/domicile... Fuck it residence. Hope you feel better soon.
If don't mind my advice, make sure those vitamins you are taking contain vitamin D, 2,000 IUs. More importantly get your D levels checked by a physician. I take 5000 IUs per day and if I skip too many days I can become suicidally depressed. It's amazing how closely this vitamin is linked to mood and it gets worse for more people during winter because of diminished sunlight.
GET BETTER GIRL!! Recalibrate, Recuperate and Re-energergize!! Give this stupid youtube shit a break! I believe we're more alike then you think being the same age, atheist and open-mined and all. Hope you get well soon! Peace, Roy.
*Hugs* We have all been there and can relate. Take all the time you want, and we'll be here when ever you want to come back. Aren't there sympathetic people in Seattle that you can sunbathe with, and an appropriate place? Christ, even Baltimore has that! btw, you look good as always, that must be a constant source of worry for you, you mention it often, but you are worrying for nothing. See you soon....or whenever.
You can't properly vlog if you aren't in the right state of mind. You need to be able to bounce back. Take as long as you need. We'll be waiting here for you.
Good you're taking care of yourself. I heard what helps is not a "sun lamp" but a "plant grow lamp". Apparently they are different, and the grow lamp is needed for SAD. But I haven't researched it. .... See you soon.
Sorry, you're going through this, but don't feel too bad. My pharmacist friend used to work up there and she said that area's anti-depressant med prescriptions always go up. Don't be afraid to take some, they helped me when I was depressed do to a divorce years ago. I find myself in your position due to chronic high level pain hourly, even with the narcotics and nerve blockers I take. So much pain tends to give me a short temper. Hope everything works out and take care of yourself first.
I noticed this lately but I don't mind it because I know how you feel. I've felt the same. There is so much stupid in the world, and we all sadly have to live in the same world with it. Debating with stupid people will just give you a headache because they are stuck in their ways and will continue to say stupid stuff as if they can't hear you. They will continue putting words in our mouths because deep down they know they are wrong but they are too high and mighty to admit it.
I take 1000 iu D pills because I'm the opposite of you, I'm ghost skin who burns blisters peals is white again so I tend to avoid the sun. Like I like that it's there, I just hide from it when it's out. I also have sensitive eyes so sometimes it stings like a bitch. >.> The D pills are just my safety net. ^__^
It's called an internet Holiday! It's always good to take a few weeks away from technology- but a holiday going somewhere is best with the sun somewhere.
I used to live in Eugene, Or so I know what u r going through. You gotta take YT with a grain of salt also. Develop your on camera persona and make the mental separation. :)
Aw I'm sorry to hear this you'll be missed! I hope you have a nice rest and at least it gives me the opportunity to catch up on your back catalogue :)
Videos can wait, just take care of yourself Bionic. I don't have SAD but I think I can relate in a way. I had an hormonal imbalance a couple years ago. I had 2 moods angry or depressed. I hated it. It almost felt as if I was someone else. Do what you need to do. Your well being is more important than videos.
This might be an utter waste of time, money, and effort - but, have you ever tried availing yourself of the nearest tanning salon? I dunno, just a thought.
BTW - I thougt I`d provide some positive feedback and say that I too appreciate the effort towards interactivity you put forth.
I will gladly take your clouds if you take my sun! A tanning session or two might help you if the corpse look is not in. I prefer that people look away in horror or if there is a bit of light out it glints off blinding those around me.
I can relate to the SAD thing. I'm the other way around, I thrive in winter with low light but in the summer the heat and long days screws with my head. I don't think it's the same mechanism but the symptoms are pretty similar. Though mine also revolves around insomnia.
M eh... anyhoo. Take the time you need, snuggle up to the cat under the sun lamp and we'll see you when the sun comes back.
Take some time for yourself. We'll still be here. Take a little vacation, catch up on your favorite TV shows, books and movies; have a fling, photo copy your bottom and distribute the picture around your neighborhood, labeled as 'missing'. Just do what you need to do and know that we will still be around to watch your wonderful videos.
Vitamin D2 helps SAD tremendously and helped me. Check the D is D2 or D3 as that is better by far. Winter is bad, especially if you are olive skinned a perfect video by the scientist is a must /watch?v=Cq1t9WqOD-0 on Vitamin D2 and prevention of chronic diseases.
My wife's SAD was real bad so we moved ten yrs ago to a sunny clime. Much better now. Until the next vid, take care. Theists and their nutter group are pretty frustrating to deal with. I know, I teach them every day and the level of stupid/unreasonableness/illogic gets to me too and makes me foam at the mouth.
Feel better. We love you and want you to keep hale and hearty ::hugs::
And no worries, however long it takes, we'll still be here when you get back. And we'll be ready to bash Star Wars and sing the praises of Star Trek till you want to tear your hair out.
I love watching you and I completely understand. It got to me with my GLBT videos and all the hate and stupidity kind of got to me so I stepped back for a few months. When I lived in Vancouver I got SAD a little bit so I completely understand. Good luck munchkin!
Take care Keight, I hope you'll feel better soon. I've heard you talk about your seasonal affective disorder last year, and it strikes me that you sound a lot better this year than last, so that's good I guess.
Other than that, it strikes me that you'd need a pretty twisted mind to choose a name for the affliction you suffer from that abbreviates to SAD.
S.A.D. maybe. Or you could take the high road and just say you're getting older and no longer suffer jackasses like you used to. It works for me.
S.A.D. and Seattle don't mix well. Find some sunlight. Two more tricks are to go to bed and rise at the same time each day and take a brisk 30-minute walk each day.
A corpse ? A hot one then... Seriously though, take care of yourself. It's more important than making videos and interacting with us in my book. Plus I'd rather you take a break and get better than keep at this and end up being bored and annoyed of it. I'll be waiting for your return, like a lot of us I would suppose.
I think its probably a good idea Keight :) Simply cause you're probably one of the most active atheist's on YT at the moment and you've been at the head of it for awhile. Go ahead and take a break and hope you feel better.
@BionicDance Your other subscribers have shamed me by thanking you for your top class interaction with them and I never did, so thank you Kate and we will keep watching this space.
Hang in there! youtube is a brutal land mined world filled with dbags and idiots! I lived around the seattle area for a bit myself and know how the weather can affect the mind and emotions..and sometimes with out even noticing...but i found that good friends and support can help you take another step forward
I just call it depression; it's normal. Everyone comes down with it, except stupid people. Change your diet and routine. And exercise, sex and romance usually works well, too.
Days are already getting longer. I cheerlead myself through winter by looking at a time and date dot com site and seeing how much longer tomorrow is than today. That peaks out around Valentine's day, which is a skip and a jump from spring! So hang in there. :-) Don't be gone too long.
I haven't fully experienced it, but I have certainly felt it in periods. Since I live in the north of Sweden, we hardly get sun during winters. I mean, the sun rises around 9 - 10 am and sets around 2 - 3 pm, and the rest of the day is dark. That does have an affect on me, and even if that effect is not as strong as it is for you, I can still imagine how you're feeling.
I think it's a good idea you're taking a step back and we'll still be here when you're ready to get back to being active!
well I had just started watching your videos, and have grown to enjoy your way of explaining things, and watching your videos. I hope the best for you and look forward to when you return. Atleast now I can start to catch up on older videos you have made!
I would have to be cool with you leaving for ever if you decided to abandon the place, but I'd be cool with it only because I would have to respect your decision. I would also be sad.
Seriously, we need you. You're like the Hitch Bitch.
Arguments on Youtube are the best way to exercise patience bar none.
This is my prime thought whenever I speak to someone on here: my patience WILL be tested.
How do you test that you have SAD rather than an alternative explaination e.g. a suppressed memory about something bad at a certain time of year? Is SAD only about the vitamins you're not getting from sun light? Could it be to do with subconscious associations about the time of year?
2Jax 2 weeks ago
@2Jax Given that all the treatments for SAD seem to be helping, I'm pretty damn sure it's SAD.
BionicDance 2 weeks ago
@BionicDance Ok, would you say your diet and exercise routines are strict but also varied enough? There's nothing like exercise to bring colour back to your face.
2Jax 2 weeks ago
lol srry should have wastched more after i heard you talk about Sad i went and read for a few mins when i read yhat lamps help i went crazy sounds so crazy to me lol reminds of the blue girl from FARSCAPE
kainniak1 3 weeks ago
they makes lamps for people with SAD you should get one then you be like a potted plant
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@kainniak1 I HAVE one...s'not enough. Taking vitamins for SAD, too. S'not enough.
BionicDance 3 weeks ago
I saw the video on YouTube several months ago. While listening to it I had to get off my bench and scream at the stupid morons. Out of the entire ugly, repulsive herd, only one person voiced a sane, rational answer. "Let students decide for themselves if gravity exists." Gods!
Desertphile 3 weeks ago
For what it's worth, I seriously enjoyed TAOKB, even if not too many others did.
thereforeithought 1 month ago
Keight, it may be SAD, but it could be what the Christian community has been doing, and saying, after the fallout of the RI high school prayer ruling. I know last night I was restraining myself so much not to punch someone that I couldn't move.
HimesInu 1 month ago
@HimesInu Naw...that wouldn't cause what I'm feeling these days. I know myself well enough for that.
BionicDance 1 month ago
?v=3HHQ11HOZwM rocks more than dl good luck with rs hope your vacation is ok.
thereforeithought 1 month ago
Wish I could send some of this Aussie sunshine your way. You are missed :)
BETAmosquito 1 month ago
@BETAmosquito Well, take heart...I'm on my way back soon! Working on a new episode of Rational Station; it may take me a week or two to finish it, but it'll herald my triumphant return.
thanks for the well-wishes! :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
what a world. i had to join Facebook to track down 2 faggots & just now had to join Google & youtube to write to a lesbian.
i hope you survive your SAD episode of this winter. i live in snowy PA and hide inside til March (except to hack up firewood). you definitely deserve a break. i just found your videos & they are a breath of fresh air. i wish i had your talent for speaking. since i don't, i'll continue 2 enjoy your rants. what a pleasure 2 listen 2 someone who is intelligent & well-spoken!
petsrlife01 1 month ago
one thing i learned from Dusty Smith's visit to my house is how to NOT care what people comment. I was a fire cracker and would debate ANYONE(even debated on your behalf Keight), but watching how Dusty would check his iphone and do a small laugh then go on about his day was inspiring. Once i asked what made him smirk and he said "OOOHH Just another death threat" like it was nothing. And he is right, the message is getting across when you have more likes and positive comments so keep going :)
thereligioussnitch 1 month ago
@thereligioussnitch But people like it when I interact, and I enjoy it, too. I can learn just as much from chatting as they can from watching. I don't want to stop that part...so I need a rest. Besides, unlike Dusty, I was doing about a video a day, sometimes more! I think I've earned a vacation, neh?
BionicDance 1 month ago
@BionicDance I like when you interact too. i was saying, don't let it get to you mentally. you deserve a vacation, especially with the amount of videos and time you put in the fight against religion. it's inspiring. rest up. hope to see you soon :)
thereligioussnitch 1 month ago
Let's do this!
Draginvry2 1 month ago
Might be helpful watch?v=5IkcujWyoAA (after the 5 there is a capital i)
thereforeithought 1 month ago
I have to say that Bionic dance is the ultimate keyboard warrior. She somehow manages to reply to nearly every comment, I can't imagine how annoying it must be to play verbal puzzle games with circular reasoners all day as I can barley put up with a couple. To be honest bionic I think you need to just let your videos stand for themselves and not feel the need to rationalize the ignorant. You will always have more likes than dislikes, just shrug the special few off.
Madkevin88 1 month ago
@Madkevin88 I understand what you're saying, but one of the things people like about my videos is that I chat with the viewers, that I don't hold myself aloof.
Also, I could be wrong. If someone has information that can change my worldview, facts that can show me what is instead of what I only think is, I want to hear it...and I won't really get to hear that unless I take part in the debate.
And if the trolls have gotten to me after three or so years of video-posting such that I need a break...
BionicDance 1 month ago
Hang in there! Get well soon! We'll be watching your oldies but goodies in the interim ;)
7thirteen713 1 month ago
It's Blue Monday and I'm thinking of you and wishing that everything is getting better with you. And if I had two space ships and one was pink and had a hot tub and a kicking sound system I would definitely give it to you. Stay strong.
claudiaquat 1 month ago
@claudiaquat One of the nicest things anyone's said to me, right up there with, "HERE IS THE SEVERED HEAD OF WILLIAM SHATNER!". :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
Take care. We're all still here for when you get back and are ready to "let's do this!" again :P
ThoughtfulGeek 1 month ago
Have fun on your vacation. Everyone deserves a break now and then. Your friends and fans understand. Good luck with your seasonal affective disorder. I live on the coast of Oregon and totally understand the lack of sun. I hope all is well with you soon.
forensicrules59 1 month ago
aww *hugs*
RavenBlaze 1 month ago
@RavenBlaze *hug* Thanks. :)
The break is doing me good so far.
BionicDance 1 month ago
Have you heard about the sign on the whorehouse door? "Out to lunch. Beat it."
thereforeithought 1 month ago
i used to think that bionic dance animation make her sexy,now its just crap
NerdDUBstepO 1 month ago
I'm also from Seattle, and I too have felt the lack of light.
But I seemed to have finally fought it off. I leave a light box on about 10 feet away all day, and take Rhodiola Rosea. I heavily supplement with other things too, but those two took me over the hump.
I just get up in the mornings now, and have energy and drive to get things done. Also, I seem to be more resourceful looking for solutions, instead of bemoaning problems. And I'm much more positive toward other people.
buybuydandavis 1 month ago
@buybuydandavis I think the real tipping point was leaving the light box on all day across the room.
buybuydandavis 1 month ago
I totally understand, mood disorders suck ass. I have chronic depression, and social anxiety, and my partner has chronic depression and agoraphobia. We're both on meds for it, but there's still some problems with it, more so for him than me, my meds work pretty well. But I totally understand, I go through periods where I don't post to my channel for sometimes months at a time. Take care Keight.
ChuckMeIntoHell 1 month ago
Taking care of yourself is a good thing. Hmm... I wonder if I fall into the "dipshit" category. Either way, I hope your break helps you feel better.
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enjoy your break hon, I hope the break helps : )
NicholasKreuz 1 month ago
I suffer from seasonal depression, I have found that vitamin D and a sun lamp really help. Unfortunately they are expensive, but in the future if you have the funds I would highly recomend you look into it. In the meantime take the time you need, and recharge.
demigoddragoness 1 month ago
@demigoddragoness Um...I have a sun lamp AND vitamin D. Said so in the video, even showed the vitamins on camera. *raised eyebrow*
BionicDance 1 month ago
Ooh, Swarthy! *pnat*pnat*
shackupyourstruly 1 month ago
Good bye, K8 it has been fun avoiding the sun with you. Take care...til spring
JusticeIsWhere 1 month ago
I too live in the land of the clouds, but we have the Space Needle so it can't be all bad. We usually take our vacations in the winter. I try to hold out until December or January, from there it is a down hill ride into spring.
MsMommaRose 1 month ago
How odd to see one of your videos with no ad for Liberty University on the side.
Well, BD, if you need a break, you need a break, and that's really all there is to it. We're gonna miss you, but we understand.
lazyperfectionist1 1 month ago
strange thing is, ive always wanted to move to Seattle(grew up with Nirvana). I can't imagine growing up in the suburbs of Detroit is any better. My vitamin D has always been in the pill form
tsugua27 1 month ago
You can rant about the reason rally if you want, and I hear Captain Morgan has great restorative powers, expecially on a Saturday night.....hint, hint....
thereforeithought 1 month ago
maybe move a little south....who needs everyone you know when here in melbourne, the sun is never more than a day away.
BFSmash 1 month ago
Damn you evil clouds. Best of luck Bionic
emptywithoutbrain 1 month ago
Oh and my posts before were about your great choice in music and your great singing voice that time ;) But I only mean stay if you can somehow change your feelings on what you encounter, dont let them win, be strong + enjoy the good comments and forget the idiots. Everyone has there opinion, + mostly on the internet people just say stuff to troll + get a reaction, you taking a rest is what some may get satisfaction from. Thought you was a fighter ;) But seriously, take the rest if u need to
cruiseylee 1 month ago
Excuse me missy, ;) I have only posted to a few of your vids before but this vid got the keyboard off the shelf lol. Of course if you really feel a rest is what you need you take it. In life we can all get bogged down and bored and annoyed and stuff. But you have big fan base, you have fans and are loved, and we all have to accept there are total idiots out there. But if we just expect that then it can easily be overcome. Anything above encountering idiots should be a bonus. Pweeease stay ;) x
cruiseylee 1 month ago
@cruiseylee Oh, it goes beyond people being twits; I'm genuinely not at my best right now, and it's due to the weather, the light, and how I react to its lack. My temper is bad, and I need some time away.
I'll be back, don't worry...but for now, I really do need to recharge.
BionicDance 1 month ago
@BionicDance Aww u need to know me ;) Lively, funny, sarcastic, humorous, witty, I would snap u out of it and bring your fans a new bionic dance ;)
cruiseylee 1 month ago
Talking to dipshits is depressing. Why don't you spend the time off talking to the right people, and not the wrong ones. Spend time with friends, kindred spirits, people you like and trust, etc. Don't try to ACCOMPLISH anything or PRODUCE anything, just enjoy the time away, that's all.
thereforeithought 1 month ago
You are one of my favourite Youtubers, simply for how much you overextend in your interaction with us. You'll snap out of this funk soon enough, but if it takes longer than expected, then take as much time as you need. You can at least be assured that I'll still be watching.
deathbydullcubicle 1 month ago
@deathbydullcubicle Aww, thanks. :)
Ironically, just as soon as I make this video, Seattle gets two straight days of sun. Heh.
BionicDance 1 month ago
@BionicDance My Atheist! Geez ... Dont let the god-bugs get ya! I wanted to say I just zapped through my tv and I saw Dr. Oz (yeah the Oprah dipshit) ... and he was promoting Gospel-fitness. I just wanted to tell what a great laugh we get in Europe from this USA bullshit. We only have 2 or so channels with this kinda crap here in my country. I pitty USA ppl zapping the remote and see that crap on numerous channels. May The Force Be With You, And Today Is A Good Day To Die! Q'apla !
JungleHyena 1 month ago
@JungleHyena Oh, my word!
shackupyourstruly 1 month ago
it's not seasonal anything. it's too much time on youtube. internet addiction. getting too engrossed in what you do online. i've been there before. not with youtube but other things. cold turkey is best until you become able to casually visit again. in your case that'd mean making a meaningful vid every 1-2 weeks, rather than responding to every idiot who posts a vid on here.
TheGenghisKhunt 1 month ago
We in Britain have a similar climate to Seattle/Washington & are similarly prone to Seasonal Effective Disorder.
Pat Condell is going through a similar phase lately & coming across a tad over tetchy at times.
What you describe is, however, more YouTube than SAD. Regular YouTubers - bloggers or not - tend to get over-involved & after a while the trolls & other idiots start getting to your temper. The trick is to take a break away from YouTube from time to time.
Best wishes :)
freeman8128 1 month ago
We need to get you to the tropics. I feel the same way and I did not know that was a disorder. It feels like cabin fever to me.
tsunami770 1 month ago
@tsunami770 Just as soon as someone invents a teleporter or I win the lottery, I'll head right out to Hawaii, I assure you. :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
@BionicDance If I win the lottery, how would I get the money to you?
shackupyourstruly 1 month ago
@shackupyourstruly There'z a PayPal donation link on my webcomic... :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
where did you get that portal companion cube in the background I want one
TheRatzor 1 month ago
@TheRatzor They were sellin' 'em at the Valve Store...d'know if they still have 'em.
BionicDance 1 month ago
Even superheros need a rest from the pewpews :)! Hopefully you'll be able to go through this soon and come back to kick ass asap!
hellhammerz666 1 month ago
Come down to Colorado. 300 days of sun a year!
But we're still depressed down here because we have to live so close to Utah.
chrisuzwhite 1 month ago
Take care. :) See you when you feel better.
TheJack10116 1 month ago
No, there is only one way you should go: South. Go south S.A.D. girl.
solinoure 1 month ago
Go tanning. Yeah, I know sounds silly but it will help. Eat foods with lots of vitamin C. Work out. If you have seasonal disorder this works for both issues. Depression and Anger. Get out of the house! Go jogging, go to an arcade, go join a boxing class. Anything physical outside of your house/apartment/domicile... Fuck it residence. Hope you feel better soon.
Steelriven 1 month ago
Life comes before YT :)
Look forward to seeing your next video, no matter how long it takes!
m3th0dm4n 1 month ago
Take care. We will be here when you come back. Remember, you got friends all over the world.
oscargordon 1 month ago
@oscargordon I'm learning that, yeah. Makes me grateful, seeing this outflow of support. Thanks! :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
Send people to my channel, I'll be back to making vidz soon :D
COEXISTential 1 month ago
Please take time and recharge yourself ... you are a great communicator and a cool person all around. I like you.
silverfoxcondor46 1 month ago
Get better bionic! Even if u take a break, we're all gone be here for your vids wen u get back! Again, get better :)
Wadethenerd 1 month ago
I think this occasion calls for this. nooooooooooooooo(dot)com Hope you get feel better soon Bionic! :3
rooktopwn 1 month ago
I feel your pain Keight, Im getting weird since we havent had any snow (damn la nina year) and its driving me crazy.
FenrirUlvTheFurry 1 month ago
Take as long as you need.
HockeyNinja 1 month ago
If don't mind my advice, make sure those vitamins you are taking contain vitamin D, 2,000 IUs. More importantly get your D levels checked by a physician. I take 5000 IUs per day and if I skip too many days I can become suicidally depressed. It's amazing how closely this vitamin is linked to mood and it gets worse for more people during winter because of diminished sunlight.
CamillaCalamity 1 month ago
GET BETTER GIRL!! Recalibrate, Recuperate and Re-energergize!! Give this stupid youtube shit a break! I believe we're more alike then you think being the same age, atheist and open-mined and all. Hope you get well soon! Peace, Roy.
cuttingedgecomix 1 month ago
*Hugs* We have all been there and can relate. Take all the time you want, and we'll be here when ever you want to come back. Aren't there sympathetic people in Seattle that you can sunbathe with, and an appropriate place? Christ, even Baltimore has that! btw, you look good as always, that must be a constant source of worry for you, you mention it often, but you are worrying for nothing. See you soon....or whenever.
thereforeithought 1 month ago
YOU go have fun. I promise not to panic, and if I do, I can always watch reruns. ;-)
dumpmist 1 month ago
You can't properly vlog if you aren't in the right state of mind. You need to be able to bounce back. Take as long as you need. We'll be waiting here for you.
ForeverAlonePrick 1 month ago
kick back and relax for a while.
ScubaSctimpy 1 month ago
Here's wishing you all the best. I hope for some unusually sunny weeks ahead.
turtle2hug 1 month ago
Good you're taking care of yourself. I heard what helps is not a "sun lamp" but a "plant grow lamp". Apparently they are different, and the grow lamp is needed for SAD. But I haven't researched it. .... See you soon.
judysaint 1 month ago
Sorry, you're going through this, but don't feel too bad. My pharmacist friend used to work up there and she said that area's anti-depressant med prescriptions always go up. Don't be afraid to take some, they helped me when I was depressed do to a divorce years ago. I find myself in your position due to chronic high level pain hourly, even with the narcotics and nerve blockers I take. So much pain tends to give me a short temper. Hope everything works out and take care of yourself first.
jsrail 1 month ago
same here chick, Haven't seen sunshine in 2 weeks, I'm feeling bleh too
ThinkMinding 1 month ago
Try living here in Gatineau, Quebec.
MINGO4445 1 month ago
Good for you. I have the same. Here in Sweden I get free help all the time.
ILYIAB 1 month ago
I noticed this lately but I don't mind it because I know how you feel. I've felt the same. There is so much stupid in the world, and we all sadly have to live in the same world with it. Debating with stupid people will just give you a headache because they are stuck in their ways and will continue to say stupid stuff as if they can't hear you. They will continue putting words in our mouths because deep down they know they are wrong but they are too high and mighty to admit it.
wolfeedarkfang 1 month ago
I have S.A.D. too. I can empathise with your situation.
Hereticbooks 1 month ago
I dont wish Ill Health on anyone. I hope you get better soon my dear. Wishing you the best.
MrEvillution 1 month ago
So you need a break :) Breaks are good yes
Last night I felt bubbly but I get that but bubbly is hard to make things done with you know. Important stuff is not good done if bubbly
masticina 1 month ago
I know where you are coming from girl, take those vitamins, we will be here when you are ready to come back....
Moontanman 1 month ago
Take a break, have a drink, read a good book, and come back soon. ^_^ Your fans will be waiting.
micometer 1 month ago
I take 1000 iu D pills because I'm the opposite of you, I'm ghost skin who burns blisters peals is white again so I tend to avoid the sun. Like I like that it's there, I just hide from it when it's out. I also have sensitive eyes so sometimes it stings like a bitch. >.> The D pills are just my safety net. ^__^
MistressArte 1 month ago
Don't worry. The dipshits will still be there when you get back! :P *have a good break* :)
DavidRandallCurtis 1 month ago
It's called an internet Holiday! It's always good to take a few weeks away from technology- but a holiday going somewhere is best with the sun somewhere.
atheistbob27 1 month ago
I used to live in Eugene, Or so I know what u r going through. You gotta take YT with a grain of salt also. Develop your on camera persona and make the mental separation. :)
rednecktrucker1969 1 month ago
hope you feel better soon.. take care xxx
sjforester81 1 month ago
I am always offering my coworkers to take their breaks for them so how about I take a break from youtube for you?
flammamancer 1 month ago
Aw I'm sorry to hear this you'll be missed! I hope you have a nice rest and at least it gives me the opportunity to catch up on your back catalogue :)
wounduppenguin 1 month ago
Take as long as you need. Just don't come back as a "theist". ^_^
realigiousrayne 1 month ago
All the best Kate - you deserve a break! Look forward to the day you're back. Meanwhile, take care.
Wilfire1961 1 month ago
Videos can wait, just take care of yourself Bionic. I don't have SAD but I think I can relate in a way. I had an hormonal imbalance a couple years ago. I had 2 moods angry or depressed. I hated it. It almost felt as if I was someone else. Do what you need to do. Your well being is more important than videos.
fuzzeledwuzzeled 1 month ago
This might be an utter waste of time, money, and effort - but, have you ever tried availing yourself of the nearest tanning salon? I dunno, just a thought.
BTW - I thougt I`d provide some positive feedback and say that I too appreciate the effort towards interactivity you put forth.
Rock on!
steveb0503 1 month ago
I will gladly take your clouds if you take my sun! A tanning session or two might help you if the corpse look is not in. I prefer that people look away in horror or if there is a bit of light out it glints off blinding those around me.
thor97470 1 month ago
You deserve a break today...so get up and get away...to McSunny!!! Love your stuff!
crappydog56 1 month ago
NOOOO!
RadarKat73080 1 month ago
I can relate to the SAD thing. I'm the other way around, I thrive in winter with low light but in the summer the heat and long days screws with my head. I don't think it's the same mechanism but the symptoms are pretty similar. Though mine also revolves around insomnia.
M eh... anyhoo. Take the time you need, snuggle up to the cat under the sun lamp and we'll see you when the sun comes back.
AnonEyeMouse 1 month ago
Take some time for yourself. We'll still be here. Take a little vacation, catch up on your favorite TV shows, books and movies; have a fling, photo copy your bottom and distribute the picture around your neighborhood, labeled as 'missing'. Just do what you need to do and know that we will still be around to watch your wonderful videos.
-Aaron.
lowcomedy 1 month ago
take a break, update us how you're doing and don't leave. Its just the weather and hun the sun will shine and you'll be in a better place.
MsOneiroi77 1 month ago
Vitamin D2 helps SAD tremendously and helped me. Check the D is D2 or D3 as that is better by far. Winter is bad, especially if you are olive skinned a perfect video by the scientist is a must /watch?v=Cq1t9WqOD-0 on Vitamin D2 and prevention of chronic diseases.
NoFaithNoPain 1 month ago
Honey, you need a break, and you know it, don't worry. Its that time of year again. Enjoy your vacation.
kelliko70 1 month ago
My wife's SAD was real bad so we moved ten yrs ago to a sunny clime. Much better now. Until the next vid, take care. Theists and their nutter group are pretty frustrating to deal with. I know, I teach them every day and the level of stupid/unreasonableness/illogic gets to me too and makes me foam at the mouth.
saxmanchiro 1 month ago
We all need a break every once in a while. Have you ever thought of doing one video a week? Maybe a synopsis of all of your thoughts for the week?
modernoverdrive 1 month ago
Feel better. We love you and want you to keep hale and hearty ::hugs::
And no worries, however long it takes, we'll still be here when you get back. And we'll be ready to bash Star Wars and sing the praises of Star Trek till you want to tear your hair out.
beetlecommathe 1 month ago
lol, you sound like me. I've been getting heavily depressed the past week. I dunno wot's goin on with me. I just have no motivation wotsoever.
Acguarnica 1 month ago
I love watching you and I completely understand. It got to me with my GLBT videos and all the hate and stupidity kind of got to me so I stepped back for a few months. When I lived in Vancouver I got SAD a little bit so I completely understand. Good luck munchkin!
ExplorationB 1 month ago
I feel you. Take a break. The biggest depression I was ever in was in Seattle. The lack of sun REALLY didn't help.
CraniumOnEmpty 1 month ago
But... but... you got a companion cube :)
thekimers 1 month ago
3:34 "I look like a corpse." -- Kate, it sounds nicer when we call the pale people - zombie chic.
MsMrNoface 1 month ago
cheers, take care
nedladdy 1 month ago
You will be missed :-(
Mee551able 1 month ago
Stay cool K, and dont trust the penguins.
chthonios 1 month ago
:'(
grahamlive 1 month ago
Taking a break can be a wonderful thing. I just hope I can still share silly puns on your Facebook page.
MorteMcAdaver 1 month ago
Feel better.
More Ration Station coming sometime soon? Yay!
yadabub 1 month ago
Take care Keight, I hope you'll feel better soon. I've heard you talk about your seasonal affective disorder last year, and it strikes me that you sound a lot better this year than last, so that's good I guess.
Other than that, it strikes me that you'd need a pretty twisted mind to choose a name for the affliction you suffer from that abbreviates to SAD.
ConsciousAtoms 1 month ago
S.A.D. maybe. Or you could take the high road and just say you're getting older and no longer suffer jackasses like you used to. It works for me.
S.A.D. and Seattle don't mix well. Find some sunlight. Two more tricks are to go to bed and rise at the same time each day and take a brisk 30-minute walk each day.
Good luck.
ChipArgyle 1 month ago
Sunlamp? ok, you got it... Vitamin D supplement? oh, ok you got that already... damn.. I guess you need some time off! =o/ c ya later. =o)
Paxmax 1 month ago
you rock, feel better!
Kakiharaswife 1 month ago
A corpse ? A hot one then... Seriously though, take care of yourself. It's more important than making videos and interacting with us in my book. Plus I'd rather you take a break and get better than keep at this and end up being bored and annoyed of it. I'll be waiting for your return, like a lot of us I would suppose.
gilless429 1 month ago
I think its probably a good idea Keight :) Simply cause you're probably one of the most active atheist's on YT at the moment and you've been at the head of it for awhile. Go ahead and take a break and hope you feel better.
groundrunner752 1 month ago
Take all the time you need.
MedievalWerewolf 1 month ago
It's OK, Kate, get better soon :-). We will be waiting for you ;).
DevelX666 1 month ago
Take two weeks. Watch lots of cartoons. Then come back refreshed.
TheTruePooka 1 month ago
Good luck, K. We'll be waiting for your return.
terrinakamura 1 month ago
*hug*
forceofhatred 1 month ago
I'm "liking" this as a show of support, not because I like the idea of you being less active. Just wanted to make that clear.
Hope spring comes early for you! (And late for me!)
LeoTarvi 1 month ago 27
@LeoTarvi Thanks! :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
Is that a Virtual On shirt?
coldpawofthefurs 1 month ago
@coldpawofthefurs No, actually; it's my own design. You can even buy 'em at my Zazzle store (link in the video description).
You can't see it in the vid, but underneath the bowing girls it says, "Praying to Mecha". ;)
BionicDance 1 month ago
Take care of yourself and I recommend a trip to Key West and that will make you feel better.
toucan780 1 month ago
@toucan780 Just as soon as I win the lottery.
BionicDance 1 month ago
Use your power! "Send @BionicDance on Vacation Fund"
marasu66 1 month ago
@marasu66 I e-beg once a year, on my birthday. So...not asking for funds, no matter HOW much I need a vacation.
BionicDance 1 month ago 9
Feel better, @BionicDance. Perhaps you don't need to go all the way to Florida. How's southern California nowadays? Arizona? New Mexico?
*(]:-)L
marasu66 1 month ago
@marasu66 They all might as well be on the moon on my budget. :P
BionicDance 1 month ago
@BionicDance Your other subscribers have shamed me by thanking you for your top class interaction with them and I never did, so thank you Kate and we will keep watching this space.
EarlRegent 1 month ago
@EarlRegent Aww, thanks. :)
BionicDance 1 month ago
Hang in there! youtube is a brutal land mined world filled with dbags and idiots! I lived around the seattle area for a bit myself and know how the weather can affect the mind and emotions..and sometimes with out even noticing...but i found that good friends and support can help you take another step forward
MochizMuM 1 month ago
I just call it depression; it's normal. Everyone comes down with it, except stupid people. Change your diet and routine. And exercise, sex and romance usually works well, too.
TheForwardGaze 1 month ago
A story to rational station would be cool.
MageGrayWolf 1 month ago
@MageGrayWolf To be honest, I have no real backstory for it...but the addition of new characters may give it a plot over time; we'll see.
I think you might be amused by the new character...imagine VenomfangX meets Buzz Lightyear. ;)
BionicDance 1 month ago 3
Here's to hoping you'll feel back to yourself soon. Hugs.
kizzume 1 month ago
pft I look like a corpse all year round. :-P You're lovely. Take your time. Rest.
LiberAnarchy 1 month ago
feel better soon... in the meantime try to think of three female twi'leks mud wrestling for a litter of puppies... or kittens if that's your thing.
PrecambrianLullaby 1 month ago
Days are already getting longer. I cheerlead myself through winter by looking at a time and date dot com site and seeing how much longer tomorrow is than today. That peaks out around Valentine's day, which is a skip and a jump from spring! So hang in there. :-) Don't be gone too long.
anbayanyay 1 month ago
((huggles)) I hope you feelbetter soon :-)
zanaelf 1 month ago
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@BionicDance Hope you get well soon. Take as much time off as you need :)
*hugs*
ImACuteGeek 1 month ago
PANIC
ThePhilosophyFan 1 month ago
Good video. Thanks for letting us know.
IndifferentSky 1 month ago
bye
Imgoing2LoveYou 1 month ago
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grits011 1 month ago
@grits011 I knew that wouldn't work.
grits011 1 month ago
I haven't fully experienced it, but I have certainly felt it in periods. Since I live in the north of Sweden, we hardly get sun during winters. I mean, the sun rises around 9 - 10 am and sets around 2 - 3 pm, and the rest of the day is dark. That does have an affect on me, and even if that effect is not as strong as it is for you, I can still imagine how you're feeling.
I think it's a good idea you're taking a step back and we'll still be here when you're ready to get back to being active!
Miektastic 1 month ago
Take care of yourself, try drinking Milk and taking Melatonin tabs, I also live in cloudiest part of US.
xxxMST3Kxxx 1 month ago
Seems that I've been writing this a lot lately... take care of yourself.
deepashtray 1 month ago
well I had just started watching your videos, and have grown to enjoy your way of explaining things, and watching your videos. I hope the best for you and look forward to when you return. Atleast now I can start to catch up on older videos you have made!
erniethefrog2011 1 month ago
I'm cool with you taking a break.
I would have to be cool with you leaving for ever if you decided to abandon the place, but I'd be cool with it only because I would have to respect your decision. I would also be sad.
Seriously, we need you. You're like the Hitch Bitch.
BohemianBlasphemy 1 month ago
Hey that's the same brand of Vitamins that I buy
godshiva 1 month ago