I've been watching you for this whole 20 Years. It's feels like us long time viewers have watched you grow up. You've shown so much of your life on here, it's okay to not show this stage. We're happy if you are happy.
I was in 6th grade when I first saw your videos. Im 26 now, I have a fiancée, I learned another language. Every so often I come back to this channel to see the family I watched grow, watched Loki and Sparta, I remember when you and Kristen had your first date and meeting Penny. In the back of my mind I've always felt like I wanted to be the kinda person you would be proud of. Watching you be so vulnerable and openly emotional as a man, being able to communicate so well and never being afraid to have feelings and be unapologetically excited. You're a great example of a life well lived, and one I still aspire to make proud.
I miss your era of UA-cam. It’s weird that I feel a sense of familiarity when I see your videos but it’s honestly refreshing. I’m glad you’re doing well!
Cory you have always been my favorite UA-cam content creator. I survived cancer from 2019 & 2020 and recently survived a serious heart issue. I’m only in my 50s but have been through so much in my life. While recovering from cancer, I started a small UA-cam channel. I only have 1050 subs now and have yet to see my first check. I got monetized on 3/29/24. I think my account earnings is up to like $20, lol. I didn’t do it for the money. I just wanted to do it for myself. You inspired me to just do it. By the way, I still have a color photo of Sparta on my wall, signed by you. I also have your Mean Kitty signed book. I miss seeing your videos.
Thank you so much for making this video. I’m pretty sure it was for me. I’ve loved you and your family since way back. And I’ll never forget the way you made me feel from that rock skipping video, free! Free to Live, free to Love… ❤️
20 years next year??? That is aging me too... Lol. Granted, I think I found you around 2007 at the ripe age of eleven 😂 Now I'm married and a homeowner. Been a pleasure growing up with you.
Maybe “validation” is the word you’re looking for? So relatable…Learning to parent myself as I grow older has been so rewarding and has brought me peace as well.
❤You're the one OG UA-camr I've stuck around with. It's been amazing seeing how you've grown, how your life has changed. I'm so happy this is how your life panned out, and not because you've made memorable videos. It's because you're a wholesome good dude who deserved better and got better.
Sorry about Grandpa Keith. You are correct. Kindness and compassionate understanding, self-care, and happiness are maybe the most important things in life. We all will experience our own mistakes, hard times, and grief. Some of us will not be able to bear it. That will be, perhaps more than difficult, but there is joy, and joy in giving, and in receiving. You were one of the first people I subscribed to because I wanted to find a few people from around the world (including my part of it), to learn what others were doing with and in their lives. Wish I was seeing more of you and of Kristen, but you have "your thing" to do. That's from me, age 75, just retired this year. Following your life and your family, since I think, just when "Hella Good..." began. Thanks.
I watched SMPFilms since I was a kid. I remember seeing the upload "Damn, I'm getting old" when it first came out. You were about to turn 30 that time....Now I reached that age, about to turn 30 and man, rewatching that video...i dont know how to describe it but what I get out of the video and how I feel watching it now is so different than that teenage boy who watched it many years ago. I'm so thankful and grateful to get to have watched you. From the films, sketches, vlogs, dares and challenges, your content has really shaped me into the person I am today. Your inspiration motivated me to go to film school during College years. And recently I started a Influencer Managing job. Now I'm in a position where I'm working with social media talent and I'm thinking "man its like in a way I achieved my goal to be a youtuber just like those OG youtubers. I mean its not the same world like it was back then, but I'm finally in that social media bubble." I think back like damn, my life really started because I watched a dude make videos of his cats. (Really though, it was the smashing clocks video that lit a fire under my ass). It is so nostalgic and meloncholic to see these updates and to visibly visualize see how someone can grow, time can pass and life can change. Your videos are like a virtual archive of a 2000s UA-camrs life; a case study of a creators change from persona to authentic person and it is truly a beautiful gift for us to be active spectators in your story. So thank you for that. And finally, I wanna say, I am a SMPFilm fan through and through. I have so many memories in the back corners of my brain of watching your content. I remember all sorts of moments from (DLH or LED or MeanKitty or SMPFilms) that I can recall vividly. The one that has really stuck with me the most and has become quite a motto of my life is "Nothing is for sure".
Turned 35 this year and have been following you since the beginning Seeing someone I know so well blazing a trail before me and charting a good course makes it easier to follow in your footsteps It's not so scary when a leader, well, leads the way Thanks for continuing to be awesome, Cory!
You've always been super motivational, and helping people to try to find the positives in their own lives and I've always appreciated that about you. Hard to believe you're coming up on 20 years on UA-cam. I actually created my account in March of 2006 specifically to follow you, but actually I had been following you on MySpace and Newgrounds slightly before that, so as of a little over 2 months ago, I've been following you for 18 years. What you said about the fear of getting older resonated with me. I'm 38, and I haven't gotten over that fear yet, but listening to you is helping me find the motivation to work on myself and get myself to a place where I'm happy with my life, so that I too will no longer fear getting older. I feel like you're pretty lucky to have recorded so much of the last almost 20 years of your life. And I hope you continue to do so, at least for moments you want to remember, not to share with the internet, but just for yourself and for your kids. So that when you do get old, you'll have all those important moments recorded so you can look back on them.
I have been watching your videos since I was in elementary school and I dont think I will ever understand just how much of what I know I learned straight from you
How lovely to see your face pop up on my feed and with such a heartfelt, poignant message, especially regarding the validation craving ❤ so glad to see you are doing well and thank you again for another wonderful life message - they always arrive at the right time 🥰
I lost track of you since a while, because life reasons but it was nice seeing you pop back up in my feed and although you have changed, or better yet grown as a person, you still have those same beautiful vibes you've always had. In all the algorythmically created content mush we get served so much these days it's so refreshing to see you being your genuine self. I'm nearing my forties and I too am steadily learning to find appreciation in being older. As entities of the universe, we need to constantly change to keep up with the times, but at the same time we also need to discover and preserve that inner core self that makes us into who we are. Thanks for the update! Keep being and finding yourself, take care of yourself and those around you and enjoy being old. And since you do care: I 100% approve of this video ;)
My father in law is 62. He had his stomach removed due to cancer and he's still taking mild chemo treatment bi-weekly. And only after all of these things I was barely able to catch up with him while skiing. And I'm 29:) He's still skiing, riding motorcycles with his son. He had to stop working due to cancer but instead of feeling sad he started spending more time with his grandkids, he took up gardening. I hope to someday be as cool as him and not give up in the face of challenges.
Always good to see you come across my feeds, it’s like coming home. I think you’re looking for being an extrovert for the good of others, and being an introvert makes you unhappy. I’m an extrovert that’s invisible. I swear no one knows I exist.
Brother i have been with you since the beginning of youtube. I've seen what your successes look like and i've seen you down and out. I've seen you happy and i've seen you mad! You have grown a lotttt brother. I've been privileged to follow along and live and see things through your eyes. You're a good man and you have made me better just by being a subscriber! Long live Sparta!
The word you were looking for was "Affirmation." Approval works too, but you can get approval without the words, it's the words of Affirmation that you crave. 😊 I am about to turn 43, and I'm still so excited to see what else God has in store for my life. Never fear aging, life is an adventure!
May Grandpa Keith rest in forever peace. It's an amazing life's journey to have become a Centenarian before ascending to the heavens. I've followed you for a very long time and still find myself missing Sparta and Loki, and remembering your affinity for Portal and that somber moment when you found out Nathan passed while in Australia. From California to Alaska and then lastly Oklahoma it's been an adventure watching you grow through ups and downs and everything in-between. You and Kristen have raised a wonderful family! It's great seeing you again after a long while and anytime you see fit to share with us graciously as you've done moving forward I'm be right here for it all. Take care, Cory. See ya around.
You're such a young guy Cory!! Can't believed it it's almost 20 years since you're started, I always remember you with The Mean Kitty song. Very catchy song! A big hug for you and all your family!
you have traveled, grown, impacted lives positively, had heartbreak, lost loved ones, divorced, renewed romance, found a new life partner, created a family. fear of being old is knowing you never made your mark in the world, and you sir have made quite the novel.
I have been following you since roughly 2016. Back then seeing y'all's daily vlogs where the highlight of my day. The growth you have had in the last 8 years have been huge. Self-discovery is hard. Especially that internal vs external validation and approval. The journey you talk about here is one that I have struggled with. I am an introvert with ADHD and other physical and mental health issues . Seeing you highlight your struggles and growth is a huge help and inspiration to know that it is ok to be different and your past doesn't have to define your future. Keep it up!
I started watching you when you posted the baby moose playing in your sprinkler in Alaska!!! Before Chell was born and all that. Vlogs with Grark and grangy etc. good times 👍🏻👌🏻🫶🏻😎
I've been watching since around when Kristen told you she was pregnant with Chell. I was about eleven. Now, I'm turning nineteen this Saturday. It's crazy to see how much Chell and Atlas have grown. And it's even crazier to see you've barely physically changed in these years. I remember once, I got sick- sorry, run over by a truck full of ninjas right after you, and you replied to my comment in a silly way that made me smile, and it was right after that I got diagnosed with a blood pressure disorder that changed my outlook on everything. Life is kinda funny that way, huh?
As an old timer viewer I feel I've watched you grow and mature into an even more amazing person over the years. From Sparta, hitting your old jeep with a baseball bat, working out, winning a house full of furniture, meeting your soulmate, traveling to Alaska with Kirsten when you haven't known each other for very long, getting married, having children and finding your passion again. I'm happy you are happy. Don't let Turret find out about the bat incident. 😉
While I do miss the old school content, I thoroughly enjoyed these random update videos. Whatever you guys are doing in life these days, I just pray that you're always happy and healthy! ❤️
Age is just a number, and growing old is just a mind set. Hearing that you were scared of getting older just makes me adore you even more. I started watching you on the regular when you were moving to Alaska. You are truly a kid at heart, Cory and you have become a father with grace. I understand why you don't do videos on the regular anymore. That season of your life has now come and gone. It's time for you to embrace this new season--being married and having a family. So god bless you Cory. I wish you only the best.
Brother I've been following you for almost all of your youtube years. I'll be 49 ne x t month. Age is nothing. I still feel and sometimes act young. Beat part of getting older is gaining knowledge and experience. Dwell on that above all. You will enjoy life much more. Love ya Corey
It’s crazy I watched you when I was like 12 or so 10 years ago, saw you move to Alaska and have your first kid and all your adventures, I haven’t watched the entire time in the years but I’ve seen you come a very long way and it’s cool to see that you’ve grown probably as much as I have although I feel it’s common to think you’d do less of that as you get older but you’re proof that’s not true. Good to see you’re well man. Edit - I guess i was probably younger now that I look at the channel and what videos I saw come out, must’ve subbed closer to 11 years ago
I always love hearing from you! I can relate to a lot of what you said, other than the attention ting. im the opposite. I literally could go my whole life with very little interaction with other People. I dont even have any interest in marriage or kids. I can relate to the fear of aging. im 25 years old, I have cerebral palsy and autism which makes everything very challenging. I have had a lot of physical challenges all my life, physical therapy, surgery lots of other things like that, I still haven't been able to work due to my disabilities, hard to find anything that will fit my limitations. I still live with my parents on SSI. I have both a physical and cognitive disability which is very frustrating. I am afraid of getting old because im thinking if everything is hard now what is it going to be like when im 40, 50, 60, 70 years old? it truly scares me to think about but I keep my faith in Jesus and that's all I can do at the end of the day. keep these videos coming!
Validation? Affirmation? Either way, I know exactly what you mean. I’ve followed your videos since 2009, and I met you in Columbus on the big Tour. You showed me the proper way to take a selfie at the Spaghetti Warehouse, and EPIC MAN HUG ensued. So glad you’re doing well, Cory. I’ll always make time to watch whatever video updates you make.
Sending you a hug. It's so good to see you on here again. You've been bringing me so much joy for all these years. Be good and I hope to see you again very soon. 🥰
Good words if wisdom, Corey. You will be a young soul in an old man's body on day, lol. Keep the Jeep. Don't get rid of it just because you're getting the Tesla.
You rock man. You know how much of an inspiration you’ve been to us, and you’re definitely going to love your Tesla. Totally would have kept our storm trooper white MY if it fit our Alaskan lifestyle more seamlessly. Take care guys!
So nice to see your face, Cory. Came here to tell you to send us an update tomorrow - scary weather your way. “Older” changes us in crazy ways. At 56 I can still call you “kid” and mean it. 😂 I’m infinitely more accepting of my “flaws”, happier to learn from others and let them lead, have WAY better priorities. My brain still thinks I’m 35, of course. I don’t think that ever changes. It’s been a long 20yrs, Cory. You’ve been the source of a lot of positivity and humor in those years. My heart is happy to see you doing well. Give yourself grace like you’d give anyone else. Sending love to you and the fam. Take good care.
Love seeing the updates at your pace man. Family and self comes first. I’ve been eyeballing the Model Y myself and as soon as you said you were getting one my wife looked over and see and smirked lol. Have fun, keep your head up.
Gosh, I’ve been with y’all for so long, watching your old kitty videos to watching you get married, have beautiful babies, I do miss vlogs, I miss you and Kristen sharing your days. I’m glad you’ve had the time to think about age, the kids, life. I know we (your fan base) all want you to be happy. 😊 I hope you guys are doing good!
Thank you so much Cory, for the updates! I am on my first real vacation! I am in Italy for three weeks and meeting up with UA-camrs Pasta Grammar on their 9 day Spring Tour of southern Italy! I spent my whole adult life trying to pay the rent. I never had the time or the money to have actual vacations. And my spiritual life is really maturing beautifully. I am incredibly happy and contented and confident inside; which is quite new for me. It seems like the times, though, improving big or flailing. Good on us in a tough world. All the best to your family!
Both a bit depressing and SO BEAUTIFUL video... I feel happy to be part of your family since almost 2008 ❤ I still remember that rock skipping video... I still remember your old channel name (dude like hella) ... later changed to live each day and you were explaining why the switch made so much sense. I still remember the 1st time Chell and Atlas were seen on videos! Anyway... Love you guys... and I'm not afraid to getting old with you! Bring it on life! 🫡 ❤
I remember watching you when I was just 8 years old. I'm sure The Mean Kitty Song was the first video I ever watched online. Now I'm 27, almost 30, and so freaked out that my 20's are almost over, and I don't have all the youth I thought I had.
So enjoyed this, glad you are make strides in your life to be happy! I have so missed your channel. I loved seeing Alaska through your eyes. My cousin now lives there! You have enriched my life! So thank you. I have gotten to see OK through you, you are a blessing! You make me laugh, and you are real! Prayers for you and your family! Always find the positive!!!❤
Gosh this hit me hard ... DudeLikeHella hooked me up on the youtube madness way back then and i enjoyed so much following you ... happy to see your face again in my recommandations. Keep it strong. ( ps : you really looked exactly like i remember ) bro love :)
I've been around a long time, and I have to say if you didn't grow and change the way you have you wouldn't ever have been happy. I have always said that Kristen has been the best for you. You've come a very long way! Sorry to hear of the family's loss of Grandpa Keith💜 That will be an amazing gift for the family to have his memories that were captured. I remember a few vlogs he was in, he was the sweetest!
Affirmation - we, as humans desire an affirmation. That we are accepted. Appreciated. Validated. And it doesn't have to be anything big. Just like you said - hearing "good job" is nice now and then. Don't need someone constantly in your face about it, just that someone noticed and pointed it out or said "thank you" or "good job" or "that was so good!" makes you feel validated. Sometimes we get stuck in rut in the day to day and we feel like we aren't important, but remember. Every wave was started with one drop or a small stone tossed into the water, and then it ripples out from that.
It's been a while since I watched one of your vlogs, perhaps six months to a year. Seeing this video in my subscriptions was a pleasant surprise! I haven't watched the video with Chell but the kids have grown so much just seeing the thumbnail. Ever since you met up with Kristen and especially once you ended up in Oklahoma, there has been a peace that wasn't present in your earlier videos for a long time (and of course you touch on this as I write it). But now, there's a maturity and an even sharper self-awareness. I've been with you for most of your career since I was a kid, and came across your mean kitty video... it's wild to see you where you are now, and think of all that's passed. Your willingness to grow, embrace change, be open, be respectful, and focus on the good (while still acknowledging the negative) has been such an inspiration. And the humor on top of it all was - and is - icing on the cake. I have my reservations about Tesla, but a car that the family loves is worth so much. I hope you and everyone else enjoys Turret and it gives you many years of joy and happiness! R.I.P Grandpa Keith.
Found you through the mean kitty when I was in college and have been watching ever since. Have loved your videos each and every one the lows, the highs, the laughs, the cries. Seeing your development from peeing on an electric fence to now being not afraid to age. Love you and your content my dude. Would give you an epic man hug if I could.
Your words on how you tried to change that fundamental aspect of yourself really resonated with me! In my own journey I've also grown to learn that I can never "fix" who I am. I must first deeply get to know and accept my "flaws" and then they soften by themselves. The moment that I try to deny them or eliminate them is when they just hide and get worse inside me. Anyway, it's great to hear you and your family are doing well! I wish you all the best!
So happy to hear from you! You always have such interesting perspectives and insight! Much love to you and your family! The video of cell eating and you making sounds was hilarious! 🤣
Pirate from idaho i just turned 40 and have been watching since i was just outta hs. Will continue watching as long as youre there. Just you being you and im so proud.
I've been here since the mean kitty song, and you have always been an inspiration to me Cory. Always been a light. I still wear my smpfilms shirt regularly, but its getting pretty tired 😄 Looking forward to seeing Turret!
I have been watching your videos since 2006. The good old times with mr uncomfortable and your other characters. I even sent you a message one time asking for advice when I was in a dark place and you messaged back and it helped. Thanks for the update and I hope your arm gets better.
What scares me beyond my wits isn't getting old, it's getting old without living. I'm 30 now and that fear is very real. Seeing how you've consistently made interesting life changes and come out the other side, even if all I saw was the thumbnails to the videos, does give me some peace. It's not over until the light goes out, I guess.
I'm 68 years old. I've messed up my body by smoking and have COPD. However, I am happy. You adjust if your willing to change your mindset. I used to love riding horses, which we don't have. I look back fondly, but I've found other things that make me very happy. It's all the kids, grandkids, and painting and crafts. Oh, and my husband and I will be married 48 years this year. You'll be fine if you keep an mind on the day, let the good memories come with you. Tomorrow is a possibility. It also helps to know the Lord Jesus Christ. I know that's not popular, but it's so true. 😊😊👋👋❤❤
Hello 👋from Canada 🇨🇦 Cory. I would like to share with you how much i appreciate and enjoy your insights as well as your perspective on life. I've been a fan of your UA-cam channel (s) for many years now. I am 25 years old now. I found you through the Mean Kitty song and have now watched you grow into a very kind charismatic individual over the years. Thankyou for being so honest and open with these updates you make from time to time. Its both motivating and comforting. Its good to get your thoughts out outloud whether thats journaling or in front of a camera which ever is easier. Don't feel pressured to share more about your life than what feels reasonable. But i do believe that your words do help those who watch your videos. I hope you are well ❤😊🎥
Rest in peace to Grandpa Keith. I have watched you since before Chell was born. Can’t believe it’s been almost 20 years since you started UA-cam. That’s awesome.
I think the word you were looking for is validation. Since I met you in Maine, I got officially diagnosed with ADHD, and I've started trying to find out who I am without the masking. It's not easy.
It’s a gift and a curse. Just keep your mind busy with fun things and do your best to let that euphoria spread to other aspects of your life. That’s one thing I’ve become pretty good at.
Been watching you for over a decade and I remember first discovering the Dude like hella channel like it was years ago. Not necessarily yesterday, but not that long ago. Loving all your Alaskan adventures. You and Kristen are just such amazing people 😍
Getting older means that you can be a grandpa! Getting old gives you perspective, wisdom. Getting old means that you can talk to people about everything…your adventures, your family (brag), sports, history, health advice, sharing what was meaningful for you in your life, what is truly important. Of course you can live your life sharing these things now. You have the right to have a personal life, please know that you owe no one personal info. Cory, you are loved, no need for the affirmation of others. You can be assured of that. Another thought on growing old…take care of your health and old age is fine!
Mentally, emotionally, I still feel relatively young, albeit with the accumulated knowledge base & lived experience of someone just a few years shy of 50... but boy oh boy am I already starting to feel physically different. I tire way more easily, my sleep has been getting harder to come by (after already struggling with insomnia since about age 5) and I'm not as strong or agile as I used to be, I'm discovering that there's way more body parts that can unexpectedly start hurting out of the blue... I'm not "afraid" of getting old, but physically aging, in all the various ways age manifests, genuinely sucks lol One big positive though... I shouldn't have to worry about periods for too much longer. I can't wait to permanently close that chapter of life haha I'm so over the whole bleeding every single month thing... hell, I've been over that since the novelty wore off around age 14 haha
I've been watching you since the Mr. Safety Days. We've both come a long way since those days. I had the pleasure of gaming with you on left for dead many years ago too. You also watched me shave my eyebrows off and commented on the video. It made my whole year. Keep occasionally checking in with us please, it just nice to know you're doing okay. Waiting for my epic man hug, Brandon.
Hello Cory! I miss you so much, used to see you everyday for years. It's nice to see you again ❤ I'm happy to see you in a decent place mentally, you may get older but never lose the young spirit! Sending my condolences to your family about Grandpa Keith ❤ I am thankful to see anything you post because for me, you're like that old friend/distant family member you see and catch up on randomly. Do what makes you happy ❤
Good to see you again Cory. It is amazing to see someone who has been on UA-cam as long as you have, still posting videos all these years later as most of the OG UA-camrs I have subscribed to since 2007 have nearly all stopped making videos, some stopped years ago. I do miss seeing your new videos as much since you don't post much now. However, it is nice to see you giving these updates once in a while. You have always been one of my favourite creators since I first found your videos in 2016. Sorry to hear about Keith, but he had lived a long life and got to live long enough to see great grandchildren and from what you said, it must have been interesting seeing all his home movies. I never knew any of my great-grandparents as they had all died before I was born, even my grandad on my dad's side had died 8 years before I was born. The only person I knew from my great-grandparents generation was one of my grandaunts on my moms side who lived to be 98. I am 36 next week and since last year, I have been thinking about getting older, my health and what I have achieved or haven't in my life so far and reflecting on what makes me who I am. What prompted that was that I have lost 3 close family members over the past 3 and a half years. First my dad in 2021, then one of my uncles in 2022 and my last living grandparent last year. After my dad passed, that made me want to improve my mental and physical health. I got into shape over the past 3 years, exercised more, started eating healthier and was feeling good. However, along the way to improving myself, I had times when I felt a bit depressed. I realised one day that what was causing the depression was while trying to improve my life, I had given up aspects of myself that I probably shouldn't have and I started a plan to bring those aspects of myself back into my life which really helped. I am now not thinking about getting older and I am taking one day at a time and doing what I can to keep staying mentally and physically healthy. BTW, I remember seeing the vlog when you got the Jeep so sorry to see it go, but the Tesla sounds like a good replacement.
I find out a few years back that i have adhd too ! I used to follow you at the end of dudelikehella and the pregnancy of chell 😊 miss that time so much, i used to watch you everyday before becoming a mom ❤ love your family from belgium
Followed in probably 2006? First video I recall was probably the I am your ass video. Stuck around, watched vlogs in the dude like hella era, so on, I still sometimes hear OG's like gmm mention SMPfilms, and it excites me to hear the impact still felt from you and your work. But anytime I see something new from you, your voice is like butter to my brain, just reliving the older times and vlogs. You've given me a lot of happy over the years my friend. Thanks
I found this guy through the mean kitty song
What growth
same!!! been following for 15+ years
Same. From long boarding around town to a dad with a couple littles
I've been watching you for this whole 20 Years. It's feels like us long time viewers have watched you grow up. You've shown so much of your life on here, it's okay to not show this stage. We're happy if you are happy.
I was in 6th grade when I first saw your videos. Im 26 now, I have a fiancée, I learned another language. Every so often I come back to this channel to see the family I watched grow, watched Loki and Sparta, I remember when you and Kristen had your first date and meeting Penny. In the back of my mind I've always felt like I wanted to be the kinda person you would be proud of. Watching you be so vulnerable and openly emotional as a man, being able to communicate so well and never being afraid to have feelings and be unapologetically excited. You're a great example of a life well lived, and one I still aspire to make proud.
I always feel lighter just hearing your voice Cory, like an old friend catching up. Thanks for staying in touch!
"The only people who grow old were born old. You were born young. You'll stay young."- The Bishop's Wife
I miss your era of UA-cam. It’s weird that I feel a sense of familiarity when I see your videos but it’s honestly refreshing. I’m glad you’re doing well!
Cory you have always been my favorite UA-cam content creator. I survived cancer from 2019 & 2020 and recently survived a serious heart issue. I’m only in my 50s but have been through so much in my life. While recovering from cancer, I started a small UA-cam channel. I only have 1050 subs now and have yet to see my first check. I got monetized on 3/29/24. I think my account earnings is up to like $20, lol. I didn’t do it for the money. I just wanted to do it for myself. You inspired me to just do it. By the way, I still have a color photo of Sparta on my wall, signed by you. I also have your Mean Kitty signed book. I miss seeing your videos.
You’re a tough one!!! I’m so happy you’ve made it through all that you have. ❤️
Thank you so much for making this video. I’m pretty sure it was for me. I’ve loved you and your family since way back. And I’ll never forget the way you made me feel from that rock skipping video, free! Free to Live, free to Love… ❤️
This was for you :)
Aw man the rock skipping video! That takes me back! I think that got me into UA-cam!
@@davidwelch5295 Cool music playlist on your channel. Thanks, I prayed for good music 🫶🏻💯
Man I’ve been watching you since 2007 and you live in Oklahoma now!! Dude I grew up in Oklahoma
20 years next year??? That is aging me too... Lol. Granted, I think I found you around 2007 at the ripe age of eleven 😂 Now I'm married and a homeowner. Been a pleasure growing up with you.
Maybe “validation” is the word you’re looking for? So relatable…Learning to parent myself as I grow older has been so rewarding and has brought me peace as well.
lol I just got to the last few seconds of the video
❤You're the one OG UA-camr I've stuck around with. It's been amazing seeing how you've grown, how your life has changed. I'm so happy this is how your life panned out, and not because you've made memorable videos. It's because you're a wholesome good dude who deserved better and got better.
Sorry about Grandpa Keith. You are correct. Kindness and compassionate understanding, self-care, and happiness are maybe the most important things in life. We all will experience our own mistakes, hard times, and grief. Some of us will not be able to bear it. That will be, perhaps more than difficult, but there is joy, and joy in giving, and in receiving. You were one of the first people I subscribed to because I wanted to find a few people from around the world (including my part of it), to learn what others were doing with and in their lives. Wish I was seeing more of you and of Kristen, but you have "your thing" to do.
That's from me, age 75, just retired this year. Following your life and your family, since I think, just when "Hella Good..." began. Thanks.
I watched SMPFilms since I was a kid. I remember seeing the upload "Damn, I'm getting old" when it first came out. You were about to turn 30 that time....Now I reached that age, about to turn 30 and man, rewatching that video...i dont know how to describe it but what I get out of the video and how I feel watching it now is so different than that teenage boy who watched it many years ago.
I'm so thankful and grateful to get to have watched you. From the films, sketches, vlogs, dares and challenges, your content has really shaped me into the person I am today. Your inspiration motivated me to go to film school during College years. And recently I started a Influencer Managing job. Now I'm in a position where I'm working with social media talent and I'm thinking "man its like in a way I achieved my goal to be a youtuber just like those OG youtubers. I mean its not the same world like it was back then, but I'm finally in that social media bubble." I think back like damn, my life really started because I watched a dude make videos of his cats. (Really though, it was the smashing clocks video that lit a fire under my ass).
It is so nostalgic and meloncholic to see these updates and to visibly visualize see how someone can grow, time can pass and life can change. Your videos are like a virtual archive of a 2000s UA-camrs life; a case study of a creators change from persona to authentic person and it is truly a beautiful gift for us to be active spectators in your story. So thank you for that.
And finally, I wanna say, I am a SMPFilm fan through and through. I have so many memories in the back corners of my brain of watching your content. I remember all sorts of moments from (DLH or LED or MeanKitty or SMPFilms) that I can recall vividly. The one that has really stuck with me the most and has become quite a motto of my life is "Nothing is for sure".
Turned 35 this year and have been following you since the beginning
Seeing someone I know so well blazing a trail before me and charting a good course makes it easier to follow in your footsteps
It's not so scary when a leader, well, leads the way
Thanks for continuing to be awesome, Cory!
19 years, wow, congratulations trailblazer! 💯
This was lovely, like a visit from an old friend. I'm so happy for you and proud of you!
You've always been super motivational, and helping people to try to find the positives in their own lives and I've always appreciated that about you. Hard to believe you're coming up on 20 years on UA-cam. I actually created my account in March of 2006 specifically to follow you, but actually I had been following you on MySpace and Newgrounds slightly before that, so as of a little over 2 months ago, I've been following you for 18 years. What you said about the fear of getting older resonated with me. I'm 38, and I haven't gotten over that fear yet, but listening to you is helping me find the motivation to work on myself and get myself to a place where I'm happy with my life, so that I too will no longer fear getting older.
I feel like you're pretty lucky to have recorded so much of the last almost 20 years of your life. And I hope you continue to do so, at least for moments you want to remember, not to share with the internet, but just for yourself and for your kids. So that when you do get old, you'll have all those important moments recorded so you can look back on them.
took the words right out of my mouth. Always enjoyed following Cory throughout these years with his life and inspiration!
I have been watching your videos since I was in elementary school and I dont think I will ever understand just how much of what I know I learned straight from you
How lovely to see your face pop up on my feed and with such a heartfelt, poignant message, especially regarding the validation craving ❤ so glad to see you are doing well and thank you again for another wonderful life message - they always arrive at the right time 🥰
I lost track of you since a while, because life reasons but it was nice seeing you pop back up in my feed and although you have changed, or better yet grown as a person, you still have those same beautiful vibes you've always had. In all the algorythmically created content mush we get served so much these days it's so refreshing to see you being your genuine self.
I'm nearing my forties and I too am steadily learning to find appreciation in being older. As entities of the universe, we need to constantly change to keep up with the times, but at the same time we also need to discover and preserve that inner core self that makes us into who we are.
Thanks for the update! Keep being and finding yourself, take care of yourself and those around you and enjoy being old.
And since you do care: I 100% approve of this video ;)
My father in law is 62. He had his stomach removed due to cancer and he's still taking mild chemo treatment bi-weekly. And only after all of these things I was barely able to catch up with him while skiing. And I'm 29:) He's still skiing, riding motorcycles with his son. He had to stop working due to cancer but instead of feeling sad he started spending more time with his grandkids, he took up gardening. I hope to someday be as cool as him and not give up in the face of challenges.
Always good to see you come across my feeds, it’s like coming home. I think you’re looking for being an extrovert for the good of others, and being an introvert makes you unhappy. I’m an extrovert that’s invisible. I swear no one knows I exist.
Brother i have been with you since the beginning of youtube. I've seen what your successes look like and i've seen you down and out. I've seen you happy and i've seen you mad! You have grown a lotttt brother. I've been privileged to follow along and live and see things through your eyes. You're a good man and you have made me better just by being a subscriber! Long live Sparta!
The word you were looking for was "Affirmation." Approval works too, but you can get approval without the words, it's the words of Affirmation that you crave. 😊
I am about to turn 43, and I'm still so excited to see what else God has in store for my life. Never fear aging, life is an adventure!
I was thinking "validation".
It’s an adventure, a blessing & a gift. What a journey with so many crossroads ❌
May Grandpa Keith rest in forever peace. It's an amazing life's journey to have become a Centenarian before ascending to the heavens. I've followed you for a very long time and still find myself missing Sparta and Loki, and remembering your affinity for Portal and that somber moment when you found out Nathan passed while in Australia. From California to Alaska and then lastly Oklahoma it's been an adventure watching you grow through ups and downs and everything in-between. You and Kristen have raised a wonderful family! It's great seeing you again after a long while and anytime you see fit to share with us graciously as you've done moving forward I'm be right here for it all. Take care, Cory. See ya around.
You're such a young guy Cory!! Can't believed it it's almost 20 years since you're started, I always remember you with The Mean Kitty song. Very catchy song! A big hug for you and all your family!
you have traveled, grown, impacted lives positively, had heartbreak, lost loved ones, divorced, renewed romance, found a new life partner, created a family. fear of being old is knowing you never made your mark in the world, and you sir have made quite the novel.
I have been following you since roughly 2016. Back then seeing y'all's daily vlogs where the highlight of my day. The growth you have had in the last 8 years have been huge. Self-discovery is hard. Especially that internal vs external validation and approval. The journey you talk about here is one that I have struggled with. I am an introvert with ADHD and other physical and mental health issues . Seeing you highlight your struggles and growth is a huge help and inspiration to know that it is ok to be different and your past doesn't have to define your future. Keep it up!
I am glad to visit with you
My daughter and I have been with you since 05. Wow almost 20 years.
I am 67. I have just moved to Florida.
I started watching you when you posted the baby moose playing in your sprinkler in Alaska!!! Before Chell was born and all that. Vlogs with Grark and grangy etc. good times 👍🏻👌🏻🫶🏻😎
You do need to be introspective, I think it's the only way we grow! I totally approve - miss you guys so much! Thanks for sharing 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞
I've been watching since around when Kristen told you she was pregnant with Chell. I was about eleven. Now, I'm turning nineteen this Saturday. It's crazy to see how much Chell and Atlas have grown. And it's even crazier to see you've barely physically changed in these years. I remember once, I got sick- sorry, run over by a truck full of ninjas right after you, and you replied to my comment in a silly way that made me smile, and it was right after that I got diagnosed with a blood pressure disorder that changed my outlook on everything. Life is kinda funny that way, huh?
dont matter how long it is between vids im always gonna watch whatever you post dude, I along with a lot of us just appreciate everything you do
I've missed you and your advice and wisdom. Thank you. And I crave approval too. Please come back soon!
As an old timer viewer I feel I've watched you grow and mature into an even more amazing person over the years. From Sparta, hitting your old jeep with a baseball bat, working out, winning a house full of furniture, meeting your soulmate, traveling to Alaska with Kirsten when you haven't known each other for very long, getting married, having children and finding your passion again. I'm happy you are happy. Don't let Turret find out about the bat incident. 😉
While I do miss the old school content, I thoroughly enjoyed these random update videos. Whatever you guys are doing in life these days, I just pray that you're always happy and healthy! ❤️
Age is just a number, and growing old is just a mind set. Hearing that you were scared of getting older just makes me adore you even more. I started watching you on the regular when you were moving to Alaska. You are truly a kid at heart, Cory and you have become a father with grace. I understand why you don't do videos on the regular anymore. That season of your life has now come and gone. It's time for you to embrace this new season--being married and having a family. So god bless you Cory. I wish you only the best.
Brother I've been following you for almost all of your youtube years. I'll be 49 ne x t month. Age is nothing. I still feel and sometimes act young. Beat part of getting older is gaining knowledge and experience. Dwell on that above all. You will enjoy life much more. Love ya Corey
It’s crazy I watched you when I was like 12 or so 10 years ago, saw you move to Alaska and have your first kid and all your adventures, I haven’t watched the entire time in the years but I’ve seen you come a very long way and it’s cool to see that you’ve grown probably as much as I have although I feel it’s common to think you’d do less of that as you get older but you’re proof that’s not true. Good to see you’re well man.
Edit - I guess i was probably younger now that I look at the channel and what videos I saw come out, must’ve subbed closer to 11 years ago
This makes my heart so happy. It's like seeing an old friend. So wonderful to hear you're doing well!
I always love hearing from you! I can relate to a lot of what you said, other than the attention ting. im the opposite. I literally could go my whole life with very little interaction with other People. I dont even have any interest in marriage or kids. I can relate to the fear of aging. im 25 years old, I have cerebral palsy and autism which makes everything very challenging. I have had a lot of physical challenges all my life, physical therapy, surgery lots of other things like that, I still haven't been able to work due to my disabilities, hard to find anything that will fit my limitations. I still live with my parents on SSI. I have both a physical and cognitive disability which is very frustrating. I am afraid of getting old because im thinking if everything is hard now what is it going to be like when im 40, 50, 60, 70 years old? it truly scares me to think about but I keep my faith in Jesus and that's all I can do at the end of the day. keep these videos coming!
Validation? Affirmation? Either way, I know exactly what you mean. I’ve followed your videos since 2009, and I met you in Columbus on the big Tour. You showed me the proper way to take a selfie at the Spaghetti Warehouse, and EPIC MAN HUG ensued. So glad you’re doing well, Cory. I’ll always make time to watch whatever video updates you make.
Sending you a hug. It's so good to see you on here again. You've been bringing me so much joy for all these years. Be good and I hope to see you again very soon. 🥰
Happiness... like the sound of a rock skipping across a frozen lake! 😉😃
I always appreciate these little tidbits of your life. Thank you
Good words if wisdom, Corey.
You will be a young soul in an old man's body on day, lol.
Keep the Jeep. Don't get rid of it just because you're getting the Tesla.
Glad you heard us Cory. ❤ btw from the outside looking in, your life seems really great. Sorry to hear about grandpa Keith. 100 years old, wow..
You were a huge inspiration early in my career. I think you would be proud of me and my work. Thank you for sharing your world with us.
You rock man. You know how much of an inspiration you’ve been to us, and you’re definitely going to love your Tesla. Totally would have kept our storm trooper white MY if it fit our Alaskan lifestyle more seamlessly. Take care guys!
Nice to see you! Sad the Jeep is leaving. Hope to see all of you again soon, enjoy your weekend!
Hello old "friend". It was nice to hear from you. Some time you'll have to show how the family as grown. Miss seeing you all.
So nice to see your face, Cory. Came here to tell you to send us an update tomorrow - scary weather your way.
“Older” changes us in crazy ways. At 56 I can still call you “kid” and mean it. 😂 I’m infinitely more accepting of my “flaws”, happier to learn from others and let them lead, have WAY better priorities.
My brain still thinks I’m 35, of course. I don’t think that ever changes.
It’s been a long 20yrs, Cory. You’ve been the source of a lot of positivity and humor in those years. My heart is happy to see you doing well. Give yourself grace like you’d give anyone else.
Sending love to you and the fam. Take good care.
Love seeing the updates at your pace man. Family and self comes first.
I’ve been eyeballing the Model Y myself and as soon as you said you were getting one my wife looked over and see and smirked lol.
Have fun, keep your head up.
Gosh, I’ve been with y’all for so long, watching your old kitty videos to watching you get married, have beautiful babies, I do miss vlogs, I miss you and Kristen sharing your days. I’m glad you’ve had the time to think about age, the kids, life. I know we (your fan base) all want you to be happy. 😊 I hope you guys are doing good!
I will always love you and these kinds of videos, always filled with wisdom. You've been a part of helping my growth through my life.
Thank you so much Cory, for the updates! I am on my first real vacation! I am in Italy for three weeks and meeting up with UA-camrs Pasta Grammar on their 9 day Spring Tour of southern Italy! I spent my whole adult life trying to pay the rent. I never had the time or the money to have actual vacations. And my spiritual life is really maturing beautifully. I am incredibly happy and contented and confident inside; which is quite new for me. It seems like the times, though, improving big or flailing. Good on us in a tough world. All the best to your family!
Both a bit depressing and SO BEAUTIFUL video...
I feel happy to be part of your family since almost 2008 ❤
I still remember that rock skipping video...
I still remember your old channel name (dude like hella) ... later changed to live each day and you were explaining why the switch made so much sense.
I still remember the 1st time Chell and Atlas were seen on videos!
Anyway... Love you guys... and I'm not afraid to getting old with you!
Bring it on life! 🫡 ❤
This video is why I’ve followed you for 15+ years. You’re a good soul, Cory with a good heart and insight.
Hi, Corey! As David Bowie said, “Aging is an extraordinary process whereby you become the person you always should have been.”
I automatically thought you got over your fear of miniatures...🤣❤️
I remember watching you when I was just 8 years old. I'm sure The Mean Kitty Song was the first video I ever watched online. Now I'm 27, almost 30, and so freaked out that my 20's are almost over, and I don't have all the youth I thought I had.
So enjoyed this, glad you are make strides in your life to be happy! I have so missed your channel. I loved seeing Alaska through your eyes. My cousin now lives there! You have enriched my life! So thank you. I have gotten to see OK through you, you are a blessing! You make me laugh, and you are real! Prayers for you and your family! Always find the positive!!!❤
Gosh this hit me hard ... DudeLikeHella hooked me up on the youtube madness way back then and i enjoyed so much following you ... happy to see your face again in my recommandations. Keep it strong. ( ps : you really looked exactly like i remember ) bro love :)
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. It's very important to know ourselves.
I've been around a long time, and I have to say if you didn't grow and change the way you have you wouldn't ever have been happy. I have always said that Kristen has been the best for you. You've come a very long way!
Sorry to hear of the family's loss of Grandpa Keith💜 That will be an amazing gift for the family to have his memories that were captured. I remember a few vlogs he was in, he was the sweetest!
Affirmation - we, as humans desire an affirmation. That we are accepted. Appreciated. Validated. And it doesn't have to be anything big. Just like you said - hearing "good job" is nice now and then. Don't need someone constantly in your face about it, just that someone noticed and pointed it out or said "thank you" or "good job" or "that was so good!" makes you feel validated. Sometimes we get stuck in rut in the day to day and we feel like we aren't important, but remember. Every wave was started with one drop or a small stone tossed into the water, and then it ripples out from that.
It's been a while since I watched one of your vlogs, perhaps six months to a year. Seeing this video in my subscriptions was a pleasant surprise! I haven't watched the video with Chell but the kids have grown so much just seeing the thumbnail.
Ever since you met up with Kristen and especially once you ended up in Oklahoma, there has been a peace that wasn't present in your earlier videos for a long time (and of course you touch on this as I write it). But now, there's a maturity and an even sharper self-awareness. I've been with you for most of your career since I was a kid, and came across your mean kitty video... it's wild to see you where you are now, and think of all that's passed. Your willingness to grow, embrace change, be open, be respectful, and focus on the good (while still acknowledging the negative) has been such an inspiration. And the humor on top of it all was - and is - icing on the cake.
I have my reservations about Tesla, but a car that the family loves is worth so much. I hope you and everyone else enjoys Turret and it gives you many years of joy and happiness!
R.I.P Grandpa Keith.
Found you through the mean kitty when I was in college and have been watching ever since. Have loved your videos each and every one the lows, the highs, the laughs, the cries. Seeing your development from peeing on an electric fence to now being not afraid to age. Love you and your content my dude. Would give you an epic man hug if I could.
Your words on how you tried to change that fundamental aspect of yourself really resonated with me! In my own journey I've also grown to learn that I can never "fix" who I am. I must first deeply get to know and accept my "flaws" and then they soften by themselves. The moment that I try to deny them or eliminate them is when they just hide and get worse inside me.
Anyway, it's great to hear you and your family are doing well! I wish you all the best!
So happy to hear from you! You always have such interesting perspectives and insight! Much love to you and your family!
The video of cell eating and you making sounds was hilarious! 🤣
Pirate from idaho i just turned 40 and have been watching since i was just outta hs. Will continue watching as long as youre there. Just you being you and im so proud.
I've been here since the mean kitty song, and you have always been an inspiration to me Cory. Always been a light. I still wear my smpfilms shirt regularly, but its getting pretty tired 😄
Looking forward to seeing Turret!
I'm proud of you Corry. In ALL of your life phases I've always enjoyed what you put out in the world. Lots of love from my family to yours my friend.
I miss you, big bro. ❤
I can absolutely relate to this.
But I’ll always remember us as youthful, batty, creative, nutters. 😂
I have been watching your videos since 2006. The good old times with mr uncomfortable and your other characters. I even sent you a message one time asking for advice when I was in a dark place and you messaged back and it helped. Thanks for the update and I hope your arm gets better.
I’m always glad to help.
What scares me beyond my wits isn't getting old, it's getting old without living. I'm 30 now and that fear is very real.
Seeing how you've consistently made interesting life changes and come out the other side, even if all I saw was the thumbnails to the videos, does give me some peace.
It's not over until the light goes out, I guess.
Love hearing from you and I hope you're all safe, healthy, and happy❤
Thanks for the update , I can't believe its been that long. Ive watched since Mean Kitty. Not Old yet!
I'm 68 years old. I've messed up my body by smoking and have COPD. However, I am happy. You adjust if your willing to change your mindset. I used to love riding horses, which we don't have. I look back fondly, but I've found other things that make me very happy. It's all the kids, grandkids, and painting and crafts. Oh, and my husband and I will be married 48 years this year. You'll be fine if you keep an mind on the day, let the good memories come with you. Tomorrow is a possibility. It also helps to know the Lord Jesus Christ. I know that's not popular, but it's so true. 😊😊👋👋❤❤
Omg hi! I remember all the gaming videos from wayyy back then! I’m so glad your video popped up!!
Hello 👋from Canada 🇨🇦 Cory. I would like to share with you how much i appreciate and enjoy your insights as well as your perspective on life. I've been a fan of your UA-cam channel (s) for many years now. I am 25 years old now. I found you through the Mean Kitty song and have now watched you grow into a very kind charismatic individual over the years. Thankyou for being so honest and open with these updates you make from time to time. Its both motivating and comforting. Its good to get your thoughts out outloud whether thats journaling or in front of a camera which ever is easier. Don't feel pressured to share more about your life than what feels reasonable. But i do believe that your words do help those who watch your videos. I hope you are well ❤😊🎥
I've been watching you from the beginning. You speak truth. I will be 50 in a few days.
I just want to say that I am always happy hearing from you. I watch your vids since mean kitty.
Rest in peace to Grandpa Keith. I have watched you since before Chell was born. Can’t believe it’s been almost 20 years since you started UA-cam. That’s awesome.
I think the word you were looking for is validation. Since I met you in Maine, I got officially diagnosed with ADHD, and I've started trying to find out who I am without the masking. It's not easy.
It’s a gift and a curse. Just keep your mind busy with fun things and do your best to let that euphoria spread to other aspects of your life. That’s one thing I’ve become pretty good at.
Been watching you for over a decade and I remember first discovering the Dude like hella channel like it was years ago. Not necessarily yesterday, but not that long ago. Loving all your Alaskan adventures. You and Kristen are just such amazing people 😍
So nice to hear from you again!!! I’ve missed your face and those of your family ❤
You know, that's funny that you mentioned getting rid of your jeep, because I'm trying to get one of my own. Lol That coincidence made my day, man.
19 years .. been with you for most of it !
Getting older means that you can be a grandpa! Getting old gives you perspective, wisdom. Getting old means that you can talk to people about everything…your adventures, your family (brag), sports, history, health advice, sharing what was meaningful for you in your life, what is truly important. Of course you can live your life sharing these things now. You have the right to have a personal life, please know that you owe no one personal info. Cory, you are loved, no need for the affirmation of others. You can be assured of that. Another thought on growing old…take care of your health and old age is fine!
Mentally, emotionally, I still feel relatively young, albeit with the accumulated knowledge base & lived experience of someone just a few years shy of 50... but boy oh boy am I already starting to feel physically different. I tire way more easily, my sleep has been getting harder to come by (after already struggling with insomnia since about age 5) and I'm not as strong or agile as I used to be, I'm discovering that there's way more body parts that can unexpectedly start hurting out of the blue... I'm not "afraid" of getting old, but physically aging, in all the various ways age manifests, genuinely sucks lol
One big positive though... I shouldn't have to worry about periods for too much longer. I can't wait to permanently close that chapter of life haha I'm so over the whole bleeding every single month thing... hell, I've been over that since the novelty wore off around age 14 haha
I've been watching you since the Mr. Safety Days. We've both come a long way since those days. I had the pleasure of gaming with you on left for dead many years ago too. You also watched me shave my eyebrows off and commented on the video. It made my whole year.
Keep occasionally checking in with us please, it just nice to know you're doing okay.
Waiting for my epic man hug,
Brandon.
I miss those Left 4 Dead sessions so much!
Dude I swear I was thinking about you cory or my safety all this last month. Always a great day when your videos pop up in my notifications
Hello Cory! I miss you so much, used to see you everyday for years. It's nice to see you again ❤ I'm happy to see you in a decent place mentally, you may get older but never lose the young spirit! Sending my condolences to your family about Grandpa Keith ❤
I am thankful to see anything you post because for me, you're like that old friend/distant family member you see and catch up on randomly. Do what makes you happy ❤
Good to see you again Cory. It is amazing to see someone who has been on UA-cam as long as you have, still posting videos all these years later as most of the OG UA-camrs I have subscribed to since 2007 have nearly all stopped making videos, some stopped years ago. I do miss seeing your new videos as much since you don't post much now. However, it is nice to see you giving these updates once in a while. You have always been one of my favourite creators since I first found your videos in 2016.
Sorry to hear about Keith, but he had lived a long life and got to live long enough to see great grandchildren and from what you said, it must have been interesting seeing all his home movies. I never knew any of my great-grandparents as they had all died before I was born, even my grandad on my dad's side had died 8 years before I was born. The only person I knew from my great-grandparents generation was one of my grandaunts on my moms side who lived to be 98.
I am 36 next week and since last year, I have been thinking about getting older, my health and what I have achieved or haven't in my life so far and reflecting on what makes me who I am. What prompted that was that I have lost 3 close family members over the past 3 and a half years. First my dad in 2021, then one of my uncles in 2022 and my last living grandparent last year.
After my dad passed, that made me want to improve my mental and physical health. I got into shape over the past 3 years, exercised more, started eating healthier and was feeling good. However, along the way to improving myself, I had times when I felt a bit depressed. I realised one day that what was causing the depression was while trying to improve my life, I had given up aspects of myself that I probably shouldn't have and I started a plan to bring those aspects of myself back into my life which really helped.
I am now not thinking about getting older and I am taking one day at a time and doing what I can to keep staying mentally and physically healthy.
BTW, I remember seeing the vlog when you got the Jeep so sorry to see it go, but the Tesla sounds like a good replacement.
Dude, miss hangin out with you. Glad you're doin alright and in a good mindset man. Keep at it and hopefully someday we can hang out again.
I find out a few years back that i have adhd too ! I used to follow you at the end of dudelikehella and the pregnancy of chell 😊 miss that time so much, i used to watch you everyday before becoming a mom ❤ love your family from belgium
Good to see & hear you! 💙
So true with what you said at the end of the video. 🤗
Followed in probably 2006? First video I recall was probably the I am your ass video. Stuck around, watched vlogs in the dude like hella era, so on, I still sometimes hear OG's like gmm mention SMPfilms, and it excites me to hear the impact still felt from you and your work. But anytime I see something new from you, your voice is like butter to my brain, just reliving the older times and vlogs. You've given me a lot of happy over the years my friend. Thanks
also the "flag this" channel lol
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