Loneliness

[balabilu]

I would, with pleasure, ask you out, have dinner, and a chat with you, because you seem to be a very interesting, and attractive person :-). Thank you for some great insights.

[MaxxEPM]

Steve, you are so right! I feel happy I am not the only one thinking this way. You are doing great thing sharing this truth, thank you for this.

[twomps730]

Thanks for your wisdom, Steve. In order to take the journey inward and cultivate my spirit as you mention, what might be the first step? I realize it will vary from person to person, but would you suggest for a person getting started (especially with regards to loneliness)? My journey inward began 5 years ago and there has indeed been a bit of growth. But with respect to deepening my connection to human beings, the only thing I've progressed in is realizing the full depth of my loneliness.

[wisenstoopid]

Youre absolutely right, but we are in too deep and too conditioned to even realise

[Saura74]

Humanity is a piece of shit loaded with double standards and hypocrites and if you live in the west you got front row seat.

[ramonagroos1]

when we will meet ????????? :)

[Jenn24551]

Yes! I'm glad I came upon this video. Thank you so much!!! It can be hard to find kindred spirits, but they are out there and it is so special when you finally meet them. It makes it worth the wait.

[brucinda01]

I love your video, you are so right.

[plstrom]

If you got money, you are allowed to think and live your life like you do. but if not, you are in a big mess... so ultimaltly you are a "genius or a loser" depending on you bank account and unfortunatly you can't hide or run from these guidelines...

[vagabondsteve]

@plstrom Does this belief help or limit you? Live life on your own terms.

[Revolution2pointO]

I have a natural attraction to pursue altered states of mind. Whether it be from one of the many psychoactives that grow from the ground, or it comes from within. I have never understood the heard mentality, until my first mushroom experience. It was then I realized, everyone I knew seemed to be running some kind of race against eachother. Like idiots running for the finish line in a life they will have a chance to be again. We must return to our roots with modern knowledge and go to space.

[old5oul]

Your down-to-earth nature & beautiful spirit, never fail to put a smile on my face. You're helping so many of us 'outsiders', to feel not so alone. Thank you for taking the time to do these videos!

[MassiveEgo89]

This is enlightening....thanks for sharing

[TheElijbet]

What a relief to hear someone else say these things outloud... I just want to say thank you.... Thanks for caring enough to make this channel. Thanks for acting on it.

[brwilson90]

This video is particularly relevant to my life at this time, I was just thinking earlier that it's been almost a week since I spoke to anyone. I normally value my solitude over everything, but when I'm feeling down the hole that loneliness creates can be overwhelming. You feel pain but there's no one or no thing to run from. And sometimes when this happens I wonder why I even bother.

[Alexisme1001]

I think that dissatisfaction is inevitable as a manifestation of life's limitations, for as long as life is limited. It may be that we are more lonely than humans were in earlier times, but isn't it likely that they were dissatisfied too? It may be that "love" is the purpose of life, but then the question becomes: what do you love, why, and what is keeping you from it? If it is an erotic, emotional, and spiritual communion with being, then it must await a world in which this is possible.

[pixywife]

i love your videos.

[totsimo]

you have a beautiful soul!

[jruizdemena]

i agree with a lot of what you say ( sometimes in this world the sense of lonlyless is strong ) but I see also a great danger in searching "like minded people", because it sounds like special people and one can became cultish, is easy to hide our real problems behind a "like minded" group. Of couse is good to be with people you share points of views or what ever but the problem i see is to join to a group who only shares the lonlynness. It could be another form to evade our real problems

[vagabondsteve]

@jruizdemena Find kindred spirits or non kindred spirits. Your intuition knows best what kind of friends it needs. Trust it to guide you.

[66thPsalm]

I relate to what you say and how you're feeling but I believe in my heart that I wouldn't have made it without God. Good video.

[vagabondsteve]

@66thPsalm Thank you. Key word 'believe'. Is there any possible chance that God is a belief humans have created? Meditate on it without an immediate automated rebuttal.

[ANOMTOfficial]

The way I see it, life doesn't have as much truth and meaning as we make it seem. We are all going to die and that's it. People want to make it seem like there is some magical mystery of it all, but I doubt there is. The ironic part is none of us asked to be born but after we are here for a number of years, we don't want to leave. To me, life is useless, it's just like a bridge from one state of unconsciousness to another. Nobody complains about not knowing where we were before we were born.

[asvard]

I don't always agree with everything you say but I enjoy following your thoughts on things. Hail and Well met.

Much of What you say I am, have, or am coming too and saying to myself how silly I didn't see this before in all these years of chasing enlightenment. It was more like I had to sit still so It could catch up like a mother chasing down a bratty child LOL. You are True Soul Sir.

[Sarabhi]

I had an epiphany a couple of months ago. I was having an issue and needed to talk with my father. He's a great man, but he was 'too busy' with work to help me (this can be a fairly common occurrence). My epiphany was, on his deathbed, is it likely that he will say, 'Wow. I'm really glad I got all those reports done at work instead of helping my daughter.' No! Since then, when I'm worrying over something, I try and ask myself how I'll feel about the issue on my deathbed or if it even matters.

[TWENTYFO5]

hey man, i just starting watching a lot of your videos and they're really inspiring and full of information that can bring one to peace with him or her self..you sound like a much more articulate version of myself, you're extremely talented at explicating and propogating your beliefs, thank you very much for sharing your views-i like listening to them because i have all these deep thoughts and questions and you seem to always provide a clear and logical answer that ANYONE can thrive off of

[solodarkwolf]

if there is a community of people that think this way i would like nothing more than to be a part of it

[vagabondsteve]

@solodarkwolf Search google to find communities which are aligned with your principles. They exist but it takes a bit of searching to find them.

[solodarkwolf]

love is EXACTLY the purpose of life. that is my 'religion'. technically i'm 'christian', and nothing angers me more than closed minded empty shallow christians who have nothing to lean on but cliches from the bible. i believe in the bible, but i do NOT think that it's the only way to connect to LOVE. i believe God is love in more sense than most christians say. literally, real love anywhere in the world IS God, or whatever entity or energy or person 'God' is. people need LOVE

[solodarkwolf]

oh my god dude. i've been writing papers since 7th grade about being surrounded by people who seem to lack a perspective or any sense of depth. i don't make friends with most people because i just can't picture that they have anything of substance seeing from their eyes. thanks man.

[TheJuliusJT]

Honestly, that view of society and loniness is just as if you were standing by my side. I can really relate to many of these things you say and think. Thanks for exspressing it.

[beatakrejcova]

Social animals with the history of tribal living, should we all embrace polyamory?

[mrbigdickballs]

Hey man I've been watching some of your videos and I totally can relate to a lot of things you say. So many of your observations of the world I have noticed, and it's nice to know that there is someone else out there that realizes these things. Your arguments are also rational and full of common sense as well. Hope to see more videos from you!

[vagabondsteve]

@mrbigdickballs Thank you. There are many people out there who think like this which is encouraging.

[BarmaidAz]

The less romantic version is that the purpose of which you speak isn't "love" - it's mating. We're either working to mate or to survive. All this stuff we do is for that, practically. The after the fact justification has become "love". However, predators can't make it in a herd. There is a time for both. Social animals need to get along. Rejection is a primal ingrained fear/threat. Culture has diminished common sense in too many cases.

[ferdo621]

It's so hard to forget about how one was "programmed" since birth. It's hard to get out of the material comfort but it feels so much nicer and better to live a simpler life and centre in ourselves. It's hard to live in society knowing something that people don't want to get out of. I'm happy I can find people that know this stuff.

[Junior1luv]

The systematic accumilation of material goods leaves westerners poorer and poorer in the spirit.

[cintheasaulnier]

I think this global recession has forced a lot of people to see what is really important in their lives and forced them to reconnect with their families and friends and realize that helping and being with your family, friends and neighbors is the best way to survive. Back to basics and in line with your principles. Fancy cars and houses can be lost due to a recession. True friendships and pure bonds with family cannot. Thanks for sharing by the way:)

[vagabondsteve]

@cintheasaulnier Agreed, difficult times cause people to reassess what's important.

[slawaq8]

you look really enlighten on this video:)

[vagabondsteve]

@slawaq8 unlikely, but thanks.

[sabot96]

When you become a thinking person you stop quoting books and other people and you start becoming the individual that you are. You start speaking with your own voice. Almost everyone in our society is trying to become someone else instead of themselves. For an individual there is a period of loneliness then you start to find the other true voices that are out there.

[vagabondsteve]

Bulls-eye! Your comment should be the anthem for all those who seek authenticity. Thank you for sharing.

[dwixi]

When our memories are gone all that matters was what happend. Not how we remember it. I wouldnt say life is even series enough for if you waste it watching tv for it to matter. Its all fun anyway.

[94150082]

thanks  :)

[perzzz31]

Laziness: to endure a non-ideal existence to let circumstance or others decide life for you, or to amass a fortune while passing through life like a spectator from an office window.

[vagabondsteve]

Love it!

[designlover88]

wow why am i only stumbling across this now... all these thoughts are thoughts that i always come across but always never seem to understand

[vagabondsteve]

There are legions of us. Those who love solitude just quietly go about our business.

[vgershik]

i'll be part of your community!

[CoNiGMa]

I subscribed to you as well. I find it refreshing to meet a like-minded individual. I will have to check out some of your other vids as well.

[CoNiGMa]

You really connected with me in this video. I feel the same way as you. It is near impossible to find others that have similar views as mine such as you. People in general try to appeal to the physical image that is portrayed in magazines and on TV so that they can feel loved. Anonymity can also be good. It lets you get to know a person for their inner self rather than their physical appearance. I find that getting to know people without concern over looks makes a more fulfilling relationship.

[vagabondsteve]

Well said! There are many kindred spirits like us out there. By being ourselves we are more likely to attract them. Thank you for subscribing.

[ermite7]

This video really resonated with me because I feel that 'void' and 'deep loneliness' that you described, I feel like everything is so meaningless and there is nothing worth striving for in life. Perhaps it is time for me to look inward for answers like you said. And also, I want to reassure you that you are not alone, I often feel like the black sheep/outsider in this world simply because I couldn't relate to people in the superficial sense, so don't feel lonely! :)

[vagabondsteve]

Hello friend! Thank you for sharing.

[adam12344321]

a book perhaps from the 70's- The wound of mortality by marc Oraison part 2 is in line with this video. Lonliness may have started when we categorized our selves in civilization and names. And yes the desire for positives charge (love) is broken from human and nature connection the market steps in. I think I am the void and filling it actually distroys it. but how do I live with no name and on earth where I am and not in the system and stability of society? ponderings.

[vagabondsteve]

TY for all your comments. I'll look into the book. In the movie "The Matrix" they were able to enter into the system for their benefit without being enslaved by it.

[Mongodelight]

Maybe i can become one of these special people. I ve got the talent^^ i have to add more skills haha

[eodm88]

I really enjoy when I get online and I get to watch a video or two of yours...They really make me feel not so alone..and your right..we are always trying to put bandaids on things that require stitches..Chad

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you Chad! You're not alone. There are many of us who long to drink from the depths of life.

[AllBusiness21T]

I listen to at least one of your videos before I start my day and utilize you messages. Thank you for sharing your positivity. You are an inspiration to many many many people ( :

[vagabondsteve]

Your comment inspired my day! Thank you.

[faszika]

im used to being alone. its awesome, anyway its too exhausting being around people... to always pretend (which i gotta to do whenever im around people)

[wolffenhaus]

steve you have succceeded. Like spirited people have found you. Hello, light in the darkness shinning like the moon. love, wolffenhaus.

[chayah21]

I feel the same and its sad like you said that so few people focus on the inside. And how come some people wake up and see all this and others are totaly blind? I think maybe its about diffrent development levels and to look at some people as they are children will help me sometimes. And some of the bad thing could be the

opposite we need to understand the true nature of Love, it makes us understand what we dont want in a deeper level..

[vagabondsteve]

Thanks for your comment. Good advice about viewing people having varying levels of development. It is a mystery as to why some progress & the masses remain inured. For me it was a burning desire to discover truth for myself.

[fartsinwind]

you have right perception.

[animalrightsvet]

Your comments ring so true. I've always felt unique in not being as swept up in mainstream things like celebrity gossip, fashion, wearing makeup, watching dumb TV shows, etc. as so many others seem to be. If we switched our focus to things that actually matter, there would be a lot less suffering, and I think a less loneliness in the world.

[vagabondsteve]

You are an role model to many. Thank you for staying true to yourself.

[2012song]

We are always 'alone'. It's just that, when we are with other people they take our mind off it.

[vagabondsteve]

Great quote!

[PiscesSymphony]

I understand where you are coming from. As we become more spiritual or in touch with ourselves,we want to be compassionate of those in our lives and not shun them because they are not evolved yet. However, we ourselves also need a community of like minded people to foster our growth. I agree that youtube or online can be a way to do so. The internet is such a great resource if we use it wisely. I have subscribed and seen many of your videos. Thanks for reaching out. :)

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you for subscribing and reaching out. Your right a community of kindred spirits is paramount.

[irulez333]

I just watched very few videos of urs and they are really inspiring.I guess ur thoughts are very deep and u've find a fantastic way of self expression.sure,ur wisdom will b of grtr help for many.good job and all the best for ur search for the truth.

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you for commenting & subscribing.

[TheStrossus]

I am really enjoy your videos steve.

You have much wisdom to spread.

Thank you.

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you!

[orko59]

I remember reading a qoute by Anthony De Mello,

" there's no place to lay your head ", it seems like that at times. I smiled to myself, when I understood this. No matter what we obtain, it's never enough. It's very rare our mind will let us be truly alone. Like you say it's very hard to connect with like minded people. We are multiplying by the day!

[vagabondsteve]

Your comment made my day :) Thanks to the internet like minded people are connecting and "we are multiplying by the day!"

[hipstarchild]

Very interesting steve.

I enjoyed this video very much.

Absolutely agree with you and people do spend far too much time watching nonsense on the tv just so they can talk about last nights game show or what soap star said what to another bla bla,and for what?

To become popular at work and fit in with collegues.

That`s my opinion anyway and I would much prefere to walk in the park or somewhere quiet away from all the noise.

[vagabondsteve]

There are like minded people out there. We are most likely to find them when we advertise our true nature. YouTube provides a great opportunity to connect with kindred spirits. Thank you for your comment.

[stargen5]

...And whats more, values change through out life. The dying man's death bed value X is not the same as his youthful days value Y. You are seeking to fill your void W now at this stage of your life.

[vagabondsteve]

Is there anything lacking in this moment?

[stargen5]

I get what your saying very well...but there is a slight tinge condescension. Because you are in effect saying that your X value needs is better than my Y value needs, or someone else's Z values. And because we both live on the same planet...you and I will fight for control of values.

[vagabondsteve]

Or we can release control and give each other space to be. Let's share values without imposition. Fear creates the illusion of needing to control or fight. Living in the now is the great antidote to so many woes.

[stargen5]

Your very thoughtful, but somewhat idealistic...approaching naive? The trouble is not everyone has the same need as you do. Your seeking to fulfill need X. I struggle to fill Y. And someone else Z. What's to make you say your X is superior to my Y? or Z?

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you for your constructive comment. If you watch my other videos you will find we agree; everyone needs to find their OWN X,Y,Z. Too often our pursuits are externally driven instead of internally inspired. I enjoy sharing MY passions as one alternative to media, social programming, and mainstream thinking.

[SOCRATES012]

On the flip side, we are always alone. Its all perception. We choose our perception. Dont you think?

[vagabondsteve]

Are we always alone... or is this too perception?

[SOCRATES012]

You hit the nail on the head bro... I agree with almost everything you said. I think that we are all the same deep down in our core however somehow it is our differences that help us appreciate each other or not. We choose whether to celebrate every step in our journey through life or not. I also feel loneliness but i also know that im never alone :)

[vagabondsteve]

Hiya Socrates. Differences when embraced do help us appreciate each other. Unfortunately mainstream thinking tries to swallow & conform those who choose the road less traveled. Thankfully YouTube connects us kindred spirits & provides a network of support.

[ds99]

Personally I think people tend to keep to themselves or become loners because getting involved with people often ends up bad. I trust very few people, but was not always like that. After dozens of back-stabbings I have become less naive as to how cruel others can be. Alone=safe.

[aclockworkapple24]

Thats a shame, I feel for you, but have faith not everyones like that there are some really good people out there so think about that dont worry about the rest. ufkc them!

[vagabondsteve]

It is true! I've recently met some kindred spirits on YouTube.

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you for sharing your experience; we all can relate. While alone=safe it's corrolary is alone=ALONE. Thankfully this world is filled with a few kindred spirits. Being open & authentic is the best way to connect with them. Discernment, going slow, lower expectations & getting to know someones character is good preventive medicine to getting burned.

[AVTPro]

Well Said. Well Spoken. Here! Here! Rebert. :) Sorry. I don't know what "Rebert" means but I felt it was most appropriate. Rebert!!!

[vagabondsteve]

Thank you!