Gay / Straight Depression (feeling sad? Watch this)

[Mundode8bits]

Thanks very much you're awsome on cheering people up, made me think all day and now im going to take this more slowly and make a desicion when im older thanks very much

[michaeldetwiler1]

You're an amazing person!

[popazz1]

Fine sentiments,(if a tad saccharine),though I don't mean that offensively.Kindness has to be a 2-way street,or self-kindness quickly becomes selfishness.But you DO have to recognise it in yourself in order to see it in others.I am 50 & I am still struggling every day with demons.But I can see your spirit in wanting to reach out to others so well done for that.The 'gay world' desperately needs more folk like you in it,with it's hedonism & selfish ways.

[Sttubbs]

Tough stuff to swallow. Good advice, nonetheless. Thanks friend! Hope you are doing really well.

[andyelde]

Thank you for this.

[hhhcce]

Thank you. I just had a bad week and I needed this. Feeling much better now.

[deaddogx]

Hey Dan :) Brilliant video! Well done. x

[Offended83Shadow]

i had to stop the vid at 0:21 cause i started crying... :-/

[noiseproduction]

Ok I have a question about ‘coming out of the closet’ how do you tell your friends I mean male friends because I’m afraid that they may take this the wrong way thinking that I’m attracted to them which is not true. But really what I’m saying is that I do not want to lose my friends over this an I just know that if I don’t bring this on in a good way this is going to get blown out of proportion and things will go wrong so pleas do give your opinion on this.

[EPRVa62]

Wonderful message! 

[thisroadtohappiness]

I agree, but if you feel real bad you have to ask for help,

[bobby472]

See I like hearing things like this from people who are like me. but I have no idea how to work through depression and what not. I dont know what it is that has put me in this place. I try to think what it is, but can never come up with anything. But im thinking its that im gay. I didnt have the most pleasent experiences growing up, and maybe they were the first notch to depression. i dunno, tho i do know i need help. just wish i could find some where i live, but i cant :(

[illusionslicer]

<3!!!!!

[deathsoal]

Just a few things. if you want to make someone feel better use a better filter, black and white isn't that bright and happy, but does show it's a serious subject . Tone is everything, your tone was perfect. =D Sorry, if my constructive criticism was unwanted. Still a great video and amazingly true.

[Lanedude08]

I really don't know what to say to this except...thank you.

[ExplorationB]

@Lanedude08 You're welcome :-) I hope it helps you when you need it.

[cosplayer13]

I love you exploration! thank you for the kindness in your videos, and the honesty in your eyes. I needed that.

[ExplorationB]

@cosplayer13 I am glad it could reach people who needed it. I need this message as much as the next person sometimes and just stop and work out where I am and Why

[UKClosetGuy]

"If you weren't meant to be here, you wouldn't be here." That quote is very deep and I like it! And i'm here so woop :)

[ExplorationB]

@UKClosetGuy Thank you !  :-)

[Barddude]

Very hard to put this in my head, but it helps to hear them from good people (like yourself). For someone who currently suffers from a form of depression, this video and your works really help me think in ways that could help me. As always, thank you for being you (which is wonderful). Long distance hug! Ok, let me keep moving~

[ExplorationB]

@Barddude Thanks buddy, the main important thing is to be active in your management of depression or sadness, it then enables you to work things out.

[korisx]

I'm always going through a dark time. Like right now, my partner is going mental at me cos we haven't done Xmas shopping, I won't even be home 4 Xmas, I'm working

:(.

[ExplorationB]

@korisx Don't stress mate, the whole thing will be over in a short amount of time and you will still be alive and breathing. :-)

[korisx]

@ExplorationB Just finished my xmas eve shift this morning. Xmas day shift starts 8pm tonight. So far not too bad!

Thanks dude, you're sweet.

[BrattieRemix]

What inspirational words. I hope

This reach those with sore hearts, and make there holiday a tad bit better. Well put sweetness.

[ExplorationB]

@BrattieRemix Thank you :-)

[bintizzy]

Dan,

Very powerful words. We are often are own worst enemy; at least, I know that I am. How we can see the beauty and strength in others and not in ourselves; too many people are that way.

You mentioned that a lot of people are alone at Christmas; I think that is often by choice, or due to depression. Giving to others is a wonderful way to make you feel better; I find that serving in a soup kitchen will often lift my spirits.

Thank you so much for this Christmas gift to your viewers.

:--)

[ExplorationB]

@bintizzy Totally! I looked around to sign up for Soup Kitchens this xmas (I can't afford to fly back to Australia) but they were all signed up believe it or not! That's awesome news for them.

[tigerboy107]

So many times i see exactly what you are talking about in the groups i coucil in. people forget to toot their own horn and i am always the first to remind them cause it is so easy to over look one's own strength. thank you for making this video!!!!

[ExplorationB]

@tigerboy107 Totally! Hope you have happy holidays!

[RickOnEarth]

What a wonderful message and thought to put out there Dan. I cold feel for so many people going through what u talked about. On my Coming Out Video I talk about my personal battle and how it took someone that died a couple years before to come back and to show me that the answers were all around me. (nooo, it wasn't a ghost). I just had to take a good look at myself and step forward. I admit it was one of the hardest steps I ever have taken but in the end it was the most important. With You!!

[ExplorationB]

@RickOnEarth Yeah every life goes through seasons, the death and renewal of self. It's uncomfortable but nessicary :-) Happy holidays Rick

[TheNouveauxdecadence]

Youa re so fricking sexy and so intelligent :-)

[ExplorationB]

@TheNouveauxdecadence LOL Thanks

[TheNouveauxdecadence]

@ExplorationB

My pleaseure sexy man

[depfox]

I agree a 100% with what you said in this video....The holidays can bring all kinds of emotions. I wish every one time to really look at yourself and others and understand that life is what we make it. Start enjoying where you are and what you are doing.

[ExplorationB]

@depfox AMEN! This advice was just as much for myself as it was for the other people who need it at this time, I feel so much better voicing it.

[MrJamesrod]

Thnx for your sweet words and you are absolutly right! merry christmas! love!

[ExplorationB]

@MrJamesrod U too buddy :-D

[a40yearoldcub]

hey bear

i know i am

[Fr4yTheStrings]

Good vid Dan. I think the weather/time of year definitely has an effect on mood (that's why us brits are so grumpy). When I'm down I just think about the things I really want to do and how I could go about doing them. That's what works for me

[shaych12]

One of your best excepts, thanks for sharing it. Was in that not-so-great headspace in the summer & put a lot of what you said into motion. This is the 1st holiday that I'm actually looking forward to. It's been years since the last time I felt this great at Xmas. Follow his advice folks! This time of the year puts huge expectations on people which force us to move at speeds most people aren't ready for. Take things slowly, take a deep breath, & enjoy each moment - you'll find your way. :)

[ExplorationB]

@shaych12 Glad to hear you are feeling better! A lot of people are alone on Xmas so it can be tough on everyone and you are right - lots of pressure this time of year!!

[ExplorationB]

@0503892811 I just sent you an email with some legal options you might wish to consider

[boricuas4669]

Fantastic video !!! THANK YOU for your wise words ! ♂+♂ = ♂♂ ღ ¸¸¸.ღ♪*•.¸ ¸¸.ღ♪*•.¸ ¸¸.ღ♪*•.¸ ♥♥♥♥♥♥

[ExplorationB]

@boricuas4669 xox

[jimbobubbadj]

@boricuas4669 Love the symbols.

[boricuas4669]

@jimbobubbadj Thanks !! (*-*) MERRY CHRISTMAS !

[Jimplicit]

Thanks for the inspirational words :) You are wonderful.

[pippipop1337]

I just ignore all sad thoughts in my head.

Be a bitch towards those who dont accept you. :o works for me.

[ExplorationB]

@pippipop1337 LOL Well I just don't give any energy to those who don't accept me, but whatever works :-)

[0503892811]

help me i dont have any gay friends and when i try to talk to straight men, words dont come out and i become shy. what should i do?

[ExplorationB]

@0503892811 It sounds silly but totally start online. Start talking and making friends online and build up to meet in person. That's how I do it.

[0503892811]

@ExplorationB ok here is another problem, iam in Saudi Arabia and if the person is found to be gay he faces execution, how can i trust if the person ill be friends with wont report me to the police?( sorry for the hard questions ) i'd appreciate it if you replied

[Fightdog]

Incredible video Dan. Very important words. Good for you for making this video.

[ExplorationB]

@Fightdog Thanks buddy, I saw some people were leaving youtube cause they felt no one cared, or were too sad to carry on. Happy Holidays mate

[whoresica]

Thank you for this. It really was so wonderful and really meant more to me than you probably could ever know. Thank you and have a wonderful holiday season.

[ExplorationB]

@whoresica Happy Holidays! Be the best at being you! :-)

[marilyndarlingshow]

you are such an inspirational thinker i just love you , you are the kind of guy i wish i had more of every day closer to me ...this is coming out wrong ... but your a wonderful guy just know that

[ExplorationB]

@marilyndarlingshow :-) Thank you. Just remember, I think we are all wondering what to do with out lives, it just takes a choice to actually do it. Happy holidays :-)

[jimbobubbadj]

Great video, Thanks for sharing with us. Happy Holidays and Season's Greetings.

[ExplorationB]

@jimbobubbadj Happy Holidays mate

[Priton1975]

Thank you for that great and wonderful message

[ExplorationB]

@Priton1975 Thanks for watching me :-)

[josephjuvenile]

great video man!

[ExplorationB]

@josephjuvenile Thanks! There was a lot of upset people out there lately. Just wanted them all to know it's okay to be sad

[bonifagurl]

This is really wonderful. Thanks :)

[ExplorationB]

@bonifagurl Happy Holiday my friend :-)

[Sebizzar]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this vid. But what happens when you're just too pessimistic to every be happy or positive again? I'm only 18 & i don't think i will be happy ever again cause life just loves to throw problems after problems no matter what solutions you make. I'm stuck between trying to change things or giving up already.

[ExplorationB]

@Sebizzar What do I do? I'm a thousand miles away... laying next to you? Stand up. Love yourself more than everyone else. Be your own best friend! Trust me!

[KrayzeKriZ]

Words well chosen.

[ExplorationB]

@KrayzeKriZ The worst fear I can imagine is for the mystery to be named - Jewell

[ImaZombeh]

Very comforting words..

Brilliant ;)

[ExplorationB]

@ImaZombeh It's amazing tat we aren't alone. We are together in this wallow

[russtex]

Well said Dan!

[ExplorationB]

@russtex thank you

[YourPhilOfCanada]

Right now my depression comes from the death of my father 3 weeks ago (whom I was very close to). He was my last family member (my mother passed 12 years ago), and now, I just feel like I have nothing left.

I have supportive friends, but I have no motivation for life right now.

[ExplorationB]

@YourPhilOfCanada I never knew my father, I never will. you are lucky to be able to celebrate the man who you can be. He can live through you. Good luck my friend. I believe you have big shoes to fill.

[lancecowboy]

Good on you mate. Be kind to yourself, first. Golden advice. For sure.

[ExplorationB]

@lancecowboy Wong or right I can't walk away from myself

[KIRA94000]

Thank you Dan. As a teenager things get hard and you just made me feel better. :)

[ExplorationB]

@KIRA94000 It is always tough but we need to make the choice to get better :-) You know we have friends.

[CAYOMluver]

You are so right, I have to get out of this country...but it's so hard, and it puts such a financial strain on my parents...and I'm scared of going out to the world alone....

[ExplorationB]

@CAYOMluver Me too, and I did it but I want to go back. We re-prioritize. but only after we have explored

[76gottaloveme]

I'm glad you changed the title..=), I didn't realize until it went back into my playlist....but depression isn't prejudice...it affects us all.....and your channel can make a difference for someone rather they are gay or straight!!!

[ExplorationB]

@76gottaloveme It affects everyone! I hope to communicate it. :-)

[thatoneshyguy20]

This was an excellent video. I use to be very negative on myself a few years ago and at times felt very depressed. I started to realize later I could however I should not focus so much on the negative part of myself and start to focus more on my possitive traits than the negative. I still have my moments, but I still try the best I can.

[ExplorationB]

@thatoneshyguy20 Stay this way, always. We are the celebration of life. Be the happiness. Who cares if we suck? I dont Lets stay this way forever and be awesome where we can. Home is everywhere you are!

[granthephaestion]

Thanks for the advice. easier said than don, but thanks anyway.

[ExplorationB]

@granthephaestion Stay this way, forever, who you are, a perfect being. As much as you hurt, who you are is wonderful!

[granthephaestion]

@ExplorationB Thanks for such a beautiful and kind reply to my comment means a lot to me.......... grant

[CatotheCensor1]

A good video, with a good message. But who are Naff and Dicky?

[ExplorationB]

@CatotheCensor1 Naff means Dicky = silly. Just be yourself. We deserve to meet you!

[CatotheCensor1]

@ExplorationB Heavens! What sins have you committed to deserve to meet ME?? You all seem like such NICE boys!

[Made4542]

Thank you Dan, I'm going through a difficult time and these words helped me alot. Much <3

[ExplorationB]

@Made4542 Good bro. I think you will find u are not alone! xoxox Just know You are awesome. Maybe Download Sonic 4 to help you out. Did you hear they are making a new sonic? A revamp of every sonic ever!!

[Made4542]

@ExplorationB

Ah! So you saw my channel! xD To be honest I never played Sonic 4 or other ones after Sonic 3. Maybe I'll give it a try. :)

[Matthewgreen7779311]

Ihank you.

[ExplorationB]

@Matthewgreen7779311 Live a life uncommon dude. Be free. Achieve what you need to

[ExplorationB]

@Matthewgreen7779311 THANK U!!

[MrBroyden]

Damn, thank you for saying the right words at the right time. 

[ExplorationB]

@MrBroyden No worries bro. Just know there are a few of us battling the same demons. Chin up. Even if we only have ourselves, thats one person on our side

[Smartass8504]

I hear ya. I'm easily my own worst critic. It's crazy to think just how negative I can be to myself...and constantly, not just once in a while. I sometimes don't really catch myself doing it. I think if I just opened up to more people then it really wouldn't be an issue for me. I just have too many trust issues to do that.

[ExplorationB]

@Smartass8504 Well the thing is, we are our worst critic. Know that how you see yourself is not how people see you! You are a pillar! At least to your own reality

[76gottaloveme]

I was just thinking about this today...how in the winter it's cold and we just don't wont to get out and then we sit home and get depressed...then the holidays can be so hard for some. But, your right the change has to start with us....we have to make our happiness happen. You have a big heart Dan....Hugs~Tabatha

[ExplorationB]

@76gottaloveme I know Tab, and the thing is, I am slowly getting to know you guys and I love you all! We need to reach out!

[SugarInHisBlood]

I agree with you. I also think people who imagine that they are alone are listening to and believing a lie. No one is ever really alone. This is a hug world filled with so many people. And there is always someone to talk to. Something new to see.

[ExplorationB]

@SugarInHisBlood Thanks buddy, there are some bad words being thrown around this time of year and I want everyone to be nice to themselves first