You make a certain kind of content that attracts certain kinds of people that enjoy what you're doing. Don't worry about us liking it, that's why we're here!
I really needed to read that cause I make videos similar to this and I doubt a lot if people would care to watch. But you’re right because we are all different and some might hate this and others might love it.
So unbelievably stoned watching this.. we are making such direct eye contact. Yes, I have made several tiktoks. I am 20 and have no intentions of getting a driver’s license for a lot of similar reasons. Drew you have a beautiful voice and listening to you describe your relationship to the world is both incredibly beautiful annddd important! I’m so sleepy, you’re so wonderful
drew you‘re naturally so fucking funny and such a talented musician, i love these videos so much. whatever you‘re going through, remember you are loved.
He actually taught me that music just comes from within, you literally just create it; it's that simple! 😂 I just had a baby boy & I'm creating melodies left & right, inspired by little one. Drew's so talented that it rubs off on other people! lmaoo 😁🎶 I should DL a music program & write these melodies down... 🤔🎹
These types of videos are so relaxing to me. I have ADHD and always need to have something going on in the background so I usually put on UA-cam but usually I tune out the video and it becomes white noise. With your videos I can actively listen to them while I’m doing something else and it’s nice. It feels like I’m just hanging out on FaceTime or something. Your tangents keep my adhd brain entertained cause my brain changes topics fast too so your tangents don’t feel like tangents to me, it feels like a naturally flowing train of thought from a super funny person which is nice to be able to listen to. Thank you for keeping making videos, it always makes my day when I see a notification that you’ve posted :)
I literally clicked on UA-cam and in that spilt second I thought to myself “what do I need to watch? Drew. I need Drew” and the first video recommended was this, posted 1 min ago.
I do appreciate these longer videos. There's humor, insight, truth, shenanigans, and it's always a journey. Thank you Drew for helping us navigate this strange world around us
Drew. Your way with words, timing and thought process was MADE for writing a book! The way you communicate; I wish you were a daily person in my life that I could converse with.
Honestly, the self & existential awareness Drew talks about is pretty comforting to me. Whether it's healthy or not, it makes me feel not alone whenever I think about myself and my life as a concept and the people around me as individuals with stories of their own. The anxiety is strangely comforting?
I don’t mean this to be rude, but by definition anxiety is a general feeling of discomfort and worry. Maybe you’re comfortable that other people relate and understand what you’re going through?
i think you have such a natural ability to make people smile and your stream of consciousness videos are so special to me. you apologise for your tangents and you worry that we might not find you entertaining or funny or even digestible and i understand why of course; being perceived in general is scary enough, putting yourself out there for hundreds of people to make a judgement on your character based on a very small fraction of what you show sounds fifteen times scarier. but you mean a lot to me and to so many other people. you speaking to the camera, being yourself, switching topics, asking questions, making specific jokes and call-backs to jokes from videos previous-it’s all apart of what makes these videos yours and THAT’s why we stick around. and if that person changes, if the things you discuss or the way you discuss them change, that’s okay too-we love all versions of you and watching you grow. it’s easier said than done to just believe that but if it’s any consolation, we don’t expect nor want you to be anything other than yourself. love u
you’re a gift, it’s comforting to know that we’re not alone with our battles n struggles in this crazy life. The dialogue thing perfectly expressed can relate
your style of conversation is exactly what i always wish i could have with friends, thanks for the comfort this video gave. i reached out for help from my friend and he said he was busy, so i needed something to keep my mind off my own rambling. also cool parrot drawing
Answer to “is this overwhelming to watch:” drew, I’d rather seeing you working on yourself and telling us all your thoughts here than keeping it all in. PLEASE continue to be yourself and go on your tangents- we’re here for it, and you’re there for yourself now!! Thank you for this!🙌🏼
you're so good at articulating feelings I can't put into words honestly these videos make me feel like I'm not alone, thank u drew :) also as a british person, love the accent
I’ve been watching you since 2014 when I was in middle school. I’m gonna graduate college soon. Sitting with you really helps me at night with my chronic insomnia. Makes me feel less alone.
From a selfish viewpoint I dont want you to fix your "problem" of going off on tangents. Being able to watch someone's full thought process especially someone this fucking funny has this raw genuine vibe that I have never seen another internet personality embody.
As someone with adhd: please get evaluated and seek out treatment based on results. Without evaluation drs sorta just throw medications at you until something kinda works. You deserve to know your brain and what steps come next ❤️ proud of you regardless
I just started taking meds on sunday and have noticed it helps. A lot of things start making sense once you realize you have ADHD and that it is not just something where you "can't concentrate". Sending love to everyone struggling. It feels amazing getting through the struggles once you do
As someone with adhd it's so comforting to see videos that are made in the same format my brain thinks, thank you for being all over the place you couldn't have made more perfect sense to me if you tried
Never worry that you’re boring. I have ADHD and often don’t finish videos but I always watch yours all the way through, they’re so comforting and hilarious
Being in many situations where I constantly feel ignored by friends and family you never make me feel that way Drew. Oh how I wish I could be your friend in person. Whenever I watch your videos I feel listened to and I enjoy listening to you as much as one can enjoy anything. You make me feel human, I can't think of anyone else that can make me feel the way you do. You just make my life and may others better. You are a beautiful, wonderful person. Please take care of yourself. We love you. 💜 Also anything you mention in the video where you think you're being weird or mean or funny. No, you're not weird, no, you're not mean, and yes, I swear I laugh at every little joke or funny sentence you say. :)
"Youre making a video, that's fine." I love to witness you standing up to that inner bully. You've come so far with that! Keep it up. One moment at a time, Drew.
for someone feeling so frustrated with their attention span/ tangent tendencies you articulated so many spot on points and made me laugh whilst doing so. i could see you being a great therapist someday, and in terms of phone addiction the excess of dopamine is for sure a real issue, but i agree we have more control than we think
27:26 this is such a good point especially as someone with ADHD and the way the internet has been talking about adhd recently. At first such an increase of people talking it made me feel seen, but now I find myself considering adhd a part of my identity, creating more problems that weren’t even there to begin with and almost glorifying them in a way
even if someone falls asleep don't take it personally maybe they haven't slept in weeks and you made them feel comfortable enough to doze off. love you!
I'm so amazed by your ability to accurately describe complex human experiences. Specifically, you talked about only being able to see your value in retrospect and then seeing that as an impossible level to re-obtain, even though it definitely isn't. I can't tell you how many times I've felt that way, about accomplishments and appearances alike, as you mentioned. Well said!
feel compelled to say i audibly gasped when i saw you uploaded again. seriously drew, no matter what you're talking about or what you're doing, your videos are always such a comfort. i, and i know everyone else here, appreciate you so much
I humbly request that you consider making these videos into podcast episodes so I can listen to your very relatable and funny stream of consciousness for the times I (unfortunately) have to be in public. Your videos are so comforting and I'm smiling the whole time. Also, I'm your age and also don't drive for the same reason. Also, the tangents and losing focus. Also, it's cheesy but these videos really make me feel 'seen' in a way I have not experienced with another online creator. I never leave comments but I felt compelled. Aaaaaaanyways. Thanks Drew :^) appreciate you. Edit: also, am about to leave for one of those unfortunate pubic excursions and you've genuinely helped eased some of the anxiety, thank
I would love for drew to do a podcast and maybe chat with a friend. I keep rewatching Jenna and Juliens podcasts and Drew’s rambling videos but I need something new
Do you know how old drew is? I'm 31 and afraid to drive too. And don't. But I think it's kind of related to me driving and crashing my mom's car at the age of 14. Haven't trusted myself behind a wheel sinse. So I'm kinda wondering if you had a bad experience or you witnessed a car crash and that effected you?. Or its just random that alot of people are afraid to drive.
yea even just uploading the videos as a podcast would be amazing, but the distribution programs take weeks so he’d have to do it on soundcloud or it’d probably be easier for him to just drop them as videos so we can get them instantly !
44:30 dude you wrote a whole song in this video too!? Oh my god this is like a buffet of comfort content. I’ve already commented so much on this video but now I need to tell you your music is awesome and I hope you keep making songs and sharing them with us. Tbh my dad isn’t an angry dad but I got into character and cried a lil.
i'm 31 and don't drive! it's terrifying and i don't feel the need to force myself anymore. learning to be okay with my own limitations is a journey and i hope we all get to the point where we can just...accept ourselves. maybe love ourselves someday :o
If you don’t have to drive, don’t..I’ve been driving for 30 years and I get awful anxiety just parking. I always wonder if I’ll get killed in an accident (I’ve been in a few bc I’m not a defensive driver) and I’m unsure bc traffic scares me. Ofcourse I have to drive on the highway. I’d give anything not to drive but the only good thing is I can leave when I want or jump in the car to get things I need. Other than that, I don’t like it. If you start to drive you just have to have confidence.
Im 21 I actually got my license but never drove again after I almost got into a terrible accident with a semi only a couple days after. I truly realized how easy it is to lose your life or even worse, TAKE one, when driving. I walk everywhere, take buses, etc. It just feels much safer, and it’s better for the environment, even though it might be more difficult to navigate around.
Me too! I’m 31 and I never even got my drivers license. People look at me like I’m crazy but they don’t understand how terrifying it is to certain people.
you'd make a great therapist tbh. you have this knack for talking about mental illness and human consciousness in such a relatable manner. you bring up anxious thought patterns in a way that feels so familiar. there is something comforting hearing all these thoughts so very similar to my own being said aloud to me. i hope you feel less alone reading these comments just as you make feel us less alone drew!!
Drew, this Convo is literally me to myself everyday, and also makes me feel a little less fear towards my thought processes and mental states, and made it much easier to accept knowing someone else has these processes 💕
i have not laughed this fucking hard in literal months holy shit. i just watched all of your recent videos while painting and it’s seriously the best i’ve felt in weeks There is something wrong with me Hi
I think the "obsessed" thing is true for a lot of artists, like I'm a photographer and sometimes I stress out seeing photo opportunities when I dont have my camera, or getting distracted at events looking for shots
I am so happy that someone understands my fear of driving. I’m 20 and refuse to get my license because I am literally TERRIFIED. I had a long discussion with someone today that ended with me in tears because people just do not understand the amount of anxiety and fear that’s associated with it. But I am so so so thankful that there is someone who knows almost the same exact feeling and it makes me feel so much better knowing that I’m not the only one.
@Becca Quirk I definitely understand, Becca! I'm 28, honestly got my permit the end of August this year and had my 2nd official driving lesson today, with an actual instructor. When I got the permit, my mom took me out a few times just to parking lots to get a feel for driving, but my comfort level and confidence in myself has grown SO much with just the 2 official driving lessons I've gotten. I had an INCREDIBLE amount of anxiety attached to driving, for a number of reasons. When I talked to people about it, I always cried because I felt SO judged by them, especially by my dad's side of the family, for not learning earlier. But I learned it's ok to go at your own pace :) One day, I just said, yeah...I think I can do this now. Because I finally felt ready mentally. And today, as my 2nd lesson, I drove on a highway, nerve-wracking as that was XD But I was ready to push myself. Go at your own pace. And when you're ready, YOU GOT THIS! :)
@@azchrosette that is amazing and I am so so happy for you! I can’t even imagine how challenging it must have been to overcome that fear. I’m so glad that you are feeling more confident with yourself and your driving! Thank you so much for being so kind and understanding :) your comment honestly just made me feel so much better about the whole situation!!!! Thank you so much:)
That texting bit about being mad when someone txts u cuz ur not in the mood for it and it interrupted ur mood and now ur mad at them even tho they don't deserve it? I have NEVER heard something more relatable. Love you Drew. Couldn't have put that thought into words any better. So good. Thank you for making me feel validated. Love you so much ❤
I think it's cool when you go on tangents. It shows that your mind has a ton of different avenues for exploring thoughts/conversations and you're really good at putting your thoughts into words. I really struggle to come up with things to talk about and verbalizing my thoughts so I think it's neat you can do that and I love to hear where your mind goes
your tangent about driving is so relatable for me. it's validating to hear others share their thoughts and fears about driving. i'm 21 and still can't drive. it limits my opportunities a lot, but i know i'm not ready to drive and it's definitely for the better i currently don't lol. i can't see myself ever driving but i also try not to hold myself down with self-doubt lol it's an endless loop. thank you for making me laugh and feel understood. 🤍
I'm 29 and I still can't drive, it's a conscious choice as well. If anything, I'm at least glad that I know myself enough not to force myself to do it, since I usually do push myself very far. But I wouldn't be able to handle the stress of the responsibility. I'm glad we're not the only ones :)
You’re the only UA-camr that makes me actually laugh out loud. Like I actuality laugh at ur jokes not just breath rlly hard out of my nose. Plus u make me feel less alone n are very insightful!! 10/10 favorite UA-camr
jesus drew these are gold from start to finish, ive been following you for years by the way and youve always been by far my favorite youtuber. no matter how many times u have disappeared you have never lost me as a fan and im sure thousands can say the same. literally love u so much bye
i like what you said at around 28 mins about it being a dangerous thing sometimes to tell yourself “ my brain won’t let me do this” i do that a lot when i’m in a situation that’s more difficult to handle because of my mental health. i like that you said “ and you can do it btw” because i have to remind myself i have more power over it than i think :) and i try to tell myself that my brain might make this task more difficult to do but i can still do it. sorry this is long but your videos mean so much to me :)
girl i hope u feel so loved and appreciated because when ur comments are FULL of paragraphs talking about how much people enjoy what you do, UR DOING SOMETHING RIGHT ❤️
This made me literally laugh aloud several times. I think you mentioned aiming for this in a recent video, but this conversation felt like a happy medium between silly humor and serious thoughts. I also really enjoyed around 27:00 when you started to say "I think I have more power than I think" but changed it to "I know I have more power than I think." I found that really empowering, so thanks :)
as a HUGE beach boys fan, i loved your cover of forever. it was so unique but still the harmonies held the element of the original version. ive been listening to it on repeat and its so good
I am very fragile and it's very, very easy to make me cry but watching your videos after a long stressful day off working at a call center always makes me laugh
drew, you are a gift. thank you for posting your stream of consciousness or your music or comedy or whatever it is you feel you want to post! because no matter what it is i am never ever ever disappointed and many others feel exactly the same
I love listening to your stream of consciousness. I can tell you’ve done a lot of work on yourself and you have some really insightful thoughts. You’re also hilarious. I laughed at every moment you asked.
It's inspiring and admirable that Drew is going through the exhaustive yet restless extent of some good examples of the tangents, loops, and thoughts in his head. A lot of which I wish he was able to expand on more even! but as someone that gets into that state frequently. That cuts themself off, debates myself on whether to go on, and often forget ideas altogether, and the internal panic blue screens my brain. So I get not going into more or feeling ashamed or embarrassed for what does come out from a place of "is it good enough". It doesn't feel like it could ever be but that could change one day, or decrease at least. There's something special and interesting about relating to some of his mental gymnastics with similarities in my mental games with myself. It also reminds me that we all have to deal with it. All. The. Fucking. Time. Words are often hard for me so it helps to see a side of myself reflected in one of my favorite preformers in a way that is still entertaining and pushes me to cheer on Drew-- and better grow this part of myself with a similar attitude I see in passing or what I can find #relatable to keep creating. Transitory points are weird and confusing, but there's a lot of beauty in the idea and the difficult, self-conscious anxiety of "becoming" yourself as well as "being" yourself. I'm impatient as hell, but it's more about the process along the way than "being", rather than being frozen in time as cardboard cutout of you versus the capacity of you experiencing. I hope for Drew and anyone coming across this lump of text that it brings some comfort in their day. Or to ease the pressure we all put on ourselves daily. You're doing your best to be your best and endlessly trying to nip at the weeds growing from the seeds of self-improvement, doesn't that mean you're the best version of yourself that you can be? Can it be good enough, if not for right now?
i record myself rant/air thoughts just in the form of personal voice memos & while it’s not necessarily the same as posting it for many to see/hear, i think the benefits are the same nonetheless! it’s good & healthy to air out thoughts in your head and to verbalize what you may feel (even if it’s not perfectly said in the moment) bc that helps you solidify your understanding and eventually the extisential dread / hyper-awareness wanes. your personality is lovely and i love this! keep doing it for as long as you like !
I do this too Ramona! I make little vlogs for myself, I looked back over 2021 and realised I documented most of the year. It is also nice to look back at your personal journey!
I’ve been having such a hard time lately with my anxiety, and i sit with your videos instead of doing destructive behaviors. it’s so nice not to talk about things for once and just listen.
As a therapist myself ( 23:06 ) I agree with you, many many people can do what we do. However, the training and supervision is imperative to be a GOOD therapist, and it's awful that there's awful therapists out there that don't help (or might even hurt) their clients... I hope you have a helpful therapist that is good for you!
32:00 I haven't laughed that hard at something on the internet in a long time lol. Very glad I get to have the unique experience of vibing with these videos by myself. You're an interesting human, and I am glad I share a rock with you.
While I don't make videos, I feel like I can definitely relate to you about "living in the future" so to speak. I'm an artist and recently I've made it my full-time job where I'm my own boss and so I'm literally constantly thinking about new designs or artwork I could make but like not in a fun way. Like I can't just enjoy other people's art or watch a movie or even go outside without looking for inspiration or drawing references or new color schemes that I feel could fit into my art style because I feel like I constantly have to be thinking about making new content and it's exhausting. And I feel like I can't stop because if I do then I'm wasting my time and I can't afford to waste time because I need new content so I can make money, and I also feel like if I stop looking for new inspiration even for a second I could miss something really cool and lose the opportunity to use that in my art.
Ive been in a bad place for a few years now and hearing you it makes me feel less alone. I relate with so much of what you say. Stay safe and thanks for everything you do Drew :)
Personal key with meditation: literally "turn off" all the voices in your head. Silence. It may feel impossible but I promise with practice, eventually it'll be quiet for a half second. Then extend it, 1 second, 2 seconds, praise yourself for improvement and z e r o judgement. Eventually being able to sit for minutes (or longer!) in *pure* silence is where you find the good stuff. It's a very incredible tool
More useful tips: - calming practices prior/utilizing the most calming part of your day - listening to music, mantras, creating imagrey etc works too, w the same goal in mind: turning off the rest of your brain - don't rely on rec drugs for these experiences
I watched the whole duration of this video and I HATE how much I understand where you are coming from. I relate so much even the tangents or beliefs you don't expand upon. Sincerely though it is refreshing someone of your honesty and it's just helpful listening to someone going through the bouts just like I am Thank you Drew 🙏 wish you all the best
It's crazy how quickly and seamlessly time goes by when I watch your videos. Perfect mix of genuine emotion and humor. You're so organically funny and relatable while still being uniquely and authentically yourself.
this video is so raw and human (hope that makes sense) it’s so refreshing. drew don’t be afraid to be you. you’re amazing and loved no matter what❤️ keep doing these if it helps you
drew, darling, I need you to know youre the most valid person out there. These videos are great because its refreshing to see that humans, although we may live different lives, have some similar thoughts/actions/characteristics. And yeah that may sound dumb because 2 out of 7 billion are bound to be alike, but not everyone is surrounded by like-minded people/ people who share the same thought patterns. It's just nice to not feel so alone even when it appears like it. Like man I have never met you but I feel like you would get me more than anyone ive met. Thank you for letting us listen to your thoughts and allowing us to take this journey with you.
I love the reoccurring little British boy bit drew thank you for the carry through PS i watch all of your videos from beginning to end and relate a lot to the way your brain works
Drew I literally have a playlist of all of your videos that I have put on to fall asleep for the last 2 years. Something about the sound of your voice is very calming to me.
i love these videos because they make me feel less alone about the way my daily thought process works. i feel like i think and talk very similarly to you, and it all makes sense to me so i no longer feel so incoherent and lonely! PS, best way to get someone to click a music link on twitter is to have a video preview so they click on it, hear a few words, and if they like it they’ll recall the tune and lyrics - so in passing they remember that they wanted to go listen, then they look it up; otherwise its more like “huh ill check it out later” and they never do. i dont know if ive ever clicked an external music link on twitter while passively scrolling but if a video starts to autoplay sure why not stick around and watch :)
These videos make me irrationally happy. I am always mind-blown at how many others share the same anxieties and daily struggles I have (the fear of driving and rant about spending hours shopping online and overanalyzing reviews for something you don't really need spoke to me too deeply). It's literally the opposite of overwhelming to watch for me, I love what you do! Thank you :-)
I ALWAYS see myself in the past, figure, 2 days ago, last year etc and always see the past with rose tinted glasses or the future as bad and traumatic!! It’s nice to have you verbalise these things, makes me feel more human 🙂
drew i watch ur vids all the way through cause i feel like u share the same like mentality as me it’s nice to hear someone else’s train of thought that’s like mine :)
You make my days better, I've literally been rewatching all ur old content and immediately hit watch when the notification pops up on my phone, you are so worthy 💜 feel better soon love
I watch random videos of yours while I’m working out at the gym and it really helps me lock in while also being accompanied by insightful conversations and laughter. I love your British moments!
Hi! I’ve been watching you for so long and I just want to say I love your honesty about your mental health. And I just love how open you’ve been lately about how you feel about various things. It’s a breath of fresh air, really!
I can’t describe to you how comforting your thought process / talking is like wow this is so similar to mine as well. Feels good to not feel so alone. Ur the best drew
I know you weren't fishing, but your music really does mean a lot to me. I wept the first time I heard Milk and Ivory, the lines (pls forgive me I'm paraphrasing and my memory blows) "we can't do the things we want in life, but maybe I can take you out for Thai tonight" really hit different when you and your partner are both incredibly mentally ill and live in poverty. Some of the only times we're happy are when we're together eating good food, just enjoying eachother's company. I know how it feels when the only thing you can give your partner is takeout and a shower...it's brutal. I grew up listening to Death Cab For Cutie, and hearing your song Someone reminded me so much of hearing an old Death Cab song for the first time as a kid. I was smiling for like half an hour. It was a feeling I never thought I'd have again. And, this is getting ramble-y, I haven't even mentioned To Hold Amber! It was the first song of yours I heard, and I clicked on it because I was falling in love with a girl by the same name. I think it'll always have a special place in my heart. Your music makes people feel things! That's so powerful! Idk idk idk. Just wanted to share.
i cannot stop planning for the future and i completely get it. there are always things i’m constantly thinking about that literally will not stop bothering me until they happen. and you put it into words
You make a certain kind of content that attracts certain kinds of people that enjoy what you're doing. Don't worry about us liking it, that's why we're here!
👍👍👍 yes
yep!
Exactly this!
Absolutely. Drew stans are good folk. Just like the Garret and Andrew stans!!
I really needed to read that cause I make videos similar to this and I doubt a lot if people would care to watch. But you’re right because we are all different and some might hate this and others might love it.
These videos have been my life-force lately
Same!
Same
Yes Cue!!
I know, I literally wait for them lol
What’s up roller bros and h2Hoes
You are the only person on the internet that makes me actually laugh out loud
Tbh also in real life
Me too!
So unbelievably stoned watching this.. we are making such direct eye contact. Yes, I have made several tiktoks. I am 20 and have no intentions of getting a driver’s license for a lot of similar reasons. Drew you have a beautiful voice and listening to you describe your relationship to the world is both incredibly beautiful annddd important! I’m so sleepy, you’re so wonderful
Lol same
I'm too high for this omg
I related to this comment way too much..
Of course you’ve made several tik toks, you’re 20
i like you
drew you‘re naturally so fucking funny and such a talented musician, i love these videos so much. whatever you‘re going through, remember you are loved.
He actually taught me that music just comes from within, you literally just create it; it's that simple! 😂 I just had a baby boy & I'm creating melodies left & right, inspired by little one. Drew's so talented that it rubs off on other people! lmaoo 😁🎶 I should DL a music program & write these melodies down... 🤔🎹
The best part is how natural it all is; you’re totally right. Lmfao
These types of videos are so relaxing to me. I have ADHD and always need to have something going on in the background so I usually put on UA-cam but usually I tune out the video and it becomes white noise. With your videos I can actively listen to them while I’m doing something else and it’s nice. It feels like I’m just hanging out on FaceTime or something. Your tangents keep my adhd brain entertained cause my brain changes topics fast too so your tangents don’t feel like tangents to me, it feels like a naturally flowing train of thought from a super funny person which is nice to be able to listen to.
Thank you for keeping making videos, it always makes my day when I see a notification that you’ve posted :)
you put my EXACT thoughts into words. i found this oddly peaceful, it kept up with the speed my brain paces at!
I was trying to find the words for why I like his videos so much drew's brain is awesome
exactly what Harper Todd and then Jorja Emard said. my brain loves this in so many ways.
EXACTLY
Dude same exactly, it’s the perfect communication style for me.
I literally clicked on UA-cam and in that spilt second I thought to myself “what do I need to watch? Drew. I need Drew” and the first video recommended was this, posted 1 min ago.
Change your pfp holy shit
Oh my god… the toes I’m scared
Pfp is relationship goals
Change your pfp
@@cristophero.5918 I hear you and no.
I do appreciate these longer videos. There's humor, insight, truth, shenanigans, and it's always a journey. Thank you Drew for helping us navigate this strange world around us
Drew. Your way with words, timing and thought process was MADE for writing a book! The way you communicate; I wish you were a daily person in my life that I could converse with.
Honestly, the self & existential awareness Drew talks about is pretty comforting to me. Whether it's healthy or not, it makes me feel not alone whenever I think about myself and my life as a concept and the people around me as individuals with stories of their own. The anxiety is strangely comforting?
I had THE SAME THOUGHTS!! I always say, self awareness is such a blessing and a curse lol! Much love.
dude honestly! i thought i was the only one that felt like this but hes made me feel like im not as alone as i thought i was.
I don’t mean this to be rude, but by definition anxiety is a general feeling of discomfort and worry. Maybe you’re comfortable that other people relate and understand what you’re going through?
@@muckfason Everyone thinks like this at some point I feel like
i think you have such a natural ability to make people smile and your stream of consciousness videos are so special to me. you apologise for your tangents and you worry that we might not find you entertaining or funny or even digestible and i understand why of course; being perceived in general is scary enough, putting yourself out there for hundreds of people to make a judgement on your character based on a very small fraction of what you show sounds fifteen times scarier. but you mean a lot to me and to so many other people. you speaking to the camera, being yourself, switching topics, asking questions, making specific jokes and call-backs to jokes from videos previous-it’s all apart of what makes these videos yours and THAT’s why we stick around. and if that person changes, if the things you discuss or the way you discuss them change, that’s okay too-we love all versions of you and watching you grow. it’s easier said than done to just believe that but if it’s any consolation, we don’t expect nor want you to be anything other than yourself. love u
vv well said homie
exactly this, couldn’t have said it better
I find drew so attractive he's such a cutie
you’re a gift, it’s comforting to know that we’re not alone with our battles n struggles in this crazy life. The dialogue thing perfectly expressed can relate
your style of conversation is exactly what i always wish i could have with friends, thanks for the comfort this video gave.
i reached out for help from my friend and he said he was busy, so i needed something to keep my mind off my own rambling. also cool parrot drawing
Answer to “is this overwhelming to watch:” drew, I’d rather seeing you working on yourself and telling us all your thoughts here than keeping it all in. PLEASE continue to be yourself and go on your tangents- we’re here for it, and you’re there for yourself now!! Thank you for this!🙌🏼
you're so good at articulating feelings I can't put into words honestly these videos make me feel like I'm not alone, thank u drew :) also as a british person, love the accent
Haha same it’s pretty good ☺️
I love these long videos so much because I can always watch them each like three times and scream laughing at new parts I didn’t catch before
Third watch and this time it’s “he was mad, he was mad, he was dad”
I’ve been watching you since 2014 when I was in middle school. I’m gonna graduate college soon. Sitting with you really helps me at night with my chronic insomnia. Makes me feel less alone.
Same. Since i was 13-14
i have not laughed this long in a minute, ur so naturally funny
From a selfish viewpoint I dont want you to fix your "problem" of going off on tangents. Being able to watch someone's full thought process especially someone this fucking funny has this raw genuine vibe that I have never seen another internet personality embody.
i miss your vids im just rewatching them all now 😭😭
same i can't let him go
@@junobeau
As someone with adhd: please get evaluated and seek out treatment based on results. Without evaluation drs sorta just throw medications at you until something kinda works. You deserve to know your brain and what steps come next ❤️ proud of you regardless
I just started taking meds on sunday and have noticed it helps. A lot of things start making sense once you realize you have ADHD and that it is not just something where you "can't concentrate". Sending love to everyone struggling. It feels amazing getting through the struggles once you do
this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LITERALLY
As someone with adhd it's so comforting to see videos that are made in the same format my brain thinks, thank you for being all over the place you couldn't have made more perfect sense to me if you tried
I’ve never loved a stranger so unconditionally
Never worry that you’re boring. I have ADHD and often don’t finish videos but I always watch yours all the way through, they’re so comforting and hilarious
Being in many situations where I constantly feel ignored by friends and family you never make me feel that way Drew. Oh how I wish I could be your friend in person. Whenever I watch your videos I feel listened to and I enjoy listening to you as much as one can enjoy anything. You make me feel human, I can't think of anyone else that can make me feel the way you do. You just make my life and may others better. You are a beautiful, wonderful person. Please take care of yourself. We love you. 💜
Also anything you mention in the video where you think you're being weird or mean or funny. No, you're not weird, no, you're not mean, and yes, I swear I laugh at every little joke or funny sentence you say. :)
I'm glad someone articulated this sentiment because I agree!
@@lesapolyana Hehe thank you! And you look so pretty! :) ⚘
"Youre making a video, that's fine." I love to witness you standing up to that inner bully. You've come so far with that! Keep it up. One moment at a time, Drew.
for someone feeling so frustrated with their attention span/ tangent tendencies you articulated so many spot on points and made me laugh whilst doing so. i could see you being a great therapist someday, and in terms of phone addiction the excess of dopamine is for sure a real issue, but i agree we have more control than we think
I feel like drew is the best friend I never had. Someone that actually understands
27:26 this is such a good point especially as someone with ADHD and the way the internet has been talking about adhd recently. At first such an increase of people talking it made me feel seen, but now I find myself considering adhd a part of my identity, creating more problems that weren’t even there to begin with and almost glorifying them in a way
even if someone falls asleep don't take it personally maybe they haven't slept in weeks and you made them feel comfortable enough to doze off. love you!
Aw 😢
I'm so amazed by your ability to accurately describe complex human experiences. Specifically, you talked about only being able to see your value in retrospect and then seeing that as an impossible level to re-obtain, even though it definitely isn't. I can't tell you how many times I've felt that way, about accomplishments and appearances alike, as you mentioned. Well said!
these videos are literally good for my mental health. you make certain things I struggle with seem so normal and manageable
feel compelled to say i audibly gasped when i saw you uploaded again. seriously drew, no matter what you're talking about or what you're doing, your videos are always such a comfort. i, and i know everyone else here, appreciate you so much
exactly !
I humbly request that you consider making these videos into podcast episodes so I can listen to your very relatable and funny stream of consciousness for the times I (unfortunately) have to be in public. Your videos are so comforting and I'm smiling the whole time. Also, I'm your age and also don't drive for the same reason. Also, the tangents and losing focus. Also, it's cheesy but these videos really make me feel 'seen' in a way I have not experienced with another online creator. I never leave comments but I felt compelled. Aaaaaaanyways. Thanks Drew :^) appreciate you.
Edit: also, am about to leave for one of those unfortunate pubic excursions and you've genuinely helped eased some of the anxiety, thank
I would love for drew to do a podcast and maybe chat with a friend. I keep rewatching Jenna and Juliens podcasts and Drew’s rambling videos but I need something new
if you ever want to pay for youtube premium, i use it to listen to long, podcasty videos ^_^
Do you know how old drew is? I'm 31 and afraid to drive too. And don't. But I think it's kind of related to me driving and crashing my mom's car at the age of 14. Haven't trusted myself behind a wheel sinse. So I'm kinda wondering if you had a bad experience or you witnessed a car crash and that effected you?. Or its just random that alot of people are afraid to drive.
yea even just uploading the videos as a podcast would be amazing, but the distribution programs take weeks so he’d have to do it on soundcloud or it’d probably be easier for him to just drop them as videos so we can get them instantly !
Fully agreed with everything. I have never and I mean NEVER related to a creator more.
44:30 dude you wrote a whole song in this video too!? Oh my god this is like a buffet of comfort content. I’ve already commented so much on this video but now I need to tell you your music is awesome and I hope you keep making songs and sharing them with us.
Tbh my dad isn’t an angry dad but I got into character and cried a lil.
i'm 31 and don't drive! it's terrifying and i don't feel the need to force myself anymore. learning to be okay with my own limitations is a journey and i hope we all get to the point where we can just...accept ourselves. maybe love ourselves someday :o
33 and same
If you don’t have to drive, don’t..I’ve been driving for 30 years and I get awful anxiety just parking. I always wonder if I’ll get killed in an accident (I’ve been in a few bc I’m not a defensive driver) and I’m unsure bc traffic scares me. Ofcourse I have to drive on the highway. I’d give anything not to drive but the only good thing is I can leave when I want or jump in the car to get things I need. Other than that, I don’t like it.
If you start to drive you just have to have confidence.
Im 21 I actually got my license but never drove again after I almost got into a terrible accident with a semi only a couple days after. I truly realized how easy it is to lose your life or even worse, TAKE one, when driving. I walk everywhere, take buses, etc. It just feels much safer, and it’s better for the environment, even though it might be more difficult to navigate around.
Me too! I’m 31 and I never even got my drivers license. People look at me like I’m crazy but they don’t understand how terrifying it is to certain people.
@@kittyxcow I hate driving, it’s scary and I drive on the highway daily, I got my license at 19 and didn’t really want it
As a 24 year old nurse, the molly joke made me laugh beyond measure. So did a lot of other moments in this video
You make me feel less alone in this world love you drew
you'd make a great therapist tbh. you have this knack for talking about mental illness and human consciousness in such a relatable manner. you bring up anxious thought patterns in a way that feels so familiar. there is something comforting hearing all these thoughts so very similar to my own being said aloud to me. i hope you feel less alone reading these comments just as you make feel us less alone drew!!
🎯 spot on! ☺
Drew, this Convo is literally me to myself everyday, and also makes me feel a little less fear towards my thought processes and mental states, and made it much easier to accept knowing someone else has these processes 💕
i have not laughed this fucking hard in literal months holy shit. i just watched all of your recent videos while painting and it’s seriously the best i’ve felt in weeks There is something wrong with me Hi
I think the "obsessed" thing is true for a lot of artists, like I'm a photographer and sometimes I stress out seeing photo opportunities when I dont have my camera, or getting distracted at events looking for shots
im a videographer and i feel the exact same way
I am so happy that someone understands my fear of driving. I’m 20 and refuse to get my license because I am literally TERRIFIED. I had a long discussion with someone today that ended with me in tears because people just do not understand the amount of anxiety and fear that’s associated with it. But I am so so so thankful that there is someone who knows almost the same exact feeling and it makes me feel so much better knowing that I’m not the only one.
I’m 23 and I’m the same way. It’s just not worth it for me and my mental and physical health tbh
grow up
@@leonardodavinci6523 cars didn’t even exist when you were alive Leonardo
@Becca Quirk I definitely understand, Becca! I'm 28, honestly got my permit the end of August this year and had my 2nd official driving lesson today, with an actual instructor. When I got the permit, my mom took me out a few times just to parking lots to get a feel for driving, but my comfort level and confidence in myself has grown SO much with just the 2 official driving lessons I've gotten. I had an INCREDIBLE amount of anxiety attached to driving, for a number of reasons. When I talked to people about it, I always cried because I felt SO judged by them, especially by my dad's side of the family, for not learning earlier. But I learned it's ok to go at your own pace :) One day, I just said, yeah...I think I can do this now. Because I finally felt ready mentally. And today, as my 2nd lesson, I drove on a highway, nerve-wracking as that was XD But I was ready to push myself. Go at your own pace. And when you're ready, YOU GOT THIS! :)
@@azchrosette that is amazing and I am so so happy for you! I can’t even imagine how challenging it must have been to overcome that fear. I’m so glad that you are feeling more confident with yourself and your driving! Thank you so much for being so kind and understanding :) your comment honestly just made me feel so much better about the whole situation!!!! Thank you so much:)
That texting bit about being mad when someone txts u cuz ur not in the mood for it and it interrupted ur mood and now ur mad at them even tho they don't deserve it? I have NEVER heard something more relatable. Love you Drew. Couldn't have put that thought into words any better. So good. Thank you for making me feel validated. Love you so much ❤
I think it's cool when you go on tangents. It shows that your mind has a ton of different avenues for exploring thoughts/conversations and you're really good at putting your thoughts into words. I really struggle to come up with things to talk about and verbalizing my thoughts so I think it's neat you can do that and I love to hear where your mind goes
Please don’t feel like you need to apologize for going on tangents! I really like just hearing your pure stream of consciousness 😌
you speaking about carrying the specific items to help your anxiety stopped me in my tracks because i do that.. woah
your tangent about driving is so relatable for me. it's validating to hear others share their thoughts and fears about driving. i'm 21 and still can't drive. it limits my opportunities a lot, but i know i'm not ready to drive and it's definitely for the better i currently don't lol. i can't see myself ever driving but i also try not to hold myself down with self-doubt lol it's an endless loop. thank you for making me laugh and feel understood. 🤍
I'm 29 and I still can't drive, it's a conscious choice as well. If anything, I'm at least glad that I know myself enough not to force myself to do it, since I usually do push myself very far. But I wouldn't be able to handle the stress of the responsibility. I'm glad we're not the only ones :)
I'm the same way and I'm 25.
it’s okay i’m 20 and can’t drive and some days it brings me down cuz all my peers seem like they can. FOMO for real
It really feels like I am sitting with my best friend commiserating and kind of deep diving into each other’s emotional breakdowns.
That melody at the end was fire and each version gave me goosebumps!
You’re the only UA-camr that makes me actually laugh out loud. Like I actuality laugh at ur jokes not just breath rlly hard out of my nose. Plus u make me feel less alone n are very insightful!! 10/10 favorite UA-camr
jesus drew these are gold from start to finish, ive been following you for years by the way and youve always been by far my favorite youtuber. no matter how many times u have disappeared you have never lost me as a fan and im sure thousands can say the same. literally love u so much bye
i like what you said at around 28 mins about it being a dangerous thing sometimes to tell yourself “ my brain won’t let me do this” i do that a lot when i’m in a situation that’s more difficult to handle because of my mental health. i like that you said “ and you can do it btw” because i have to remind myself i have more power over it than i think :) and i try to tell myself that my brain might make this task more difficult to do but i can still do it. sorry this is long but your videos mean so much to me :)
girl i hope u feel so loved and appreciated because when ur comments are FULL of paragraphs talking about how much people enjoy what you do, UR DOING SOMETHING RIGHT ❤️
@Joy Georgina i think its a habit for some people.
but if you’re asking literally then “girl” is slang like “bestie” and “bro”
This made me literally laugh aloud several times. I think you mentioned aiming for this in a recent video, but this conversation felt like a happy medium between silly humor and serious thoughts.
I also really enjoyed around 27:00 when you started to say "I think I have more power than I think" but changed it to "I know I have more power than I think." I found that really empowering, so thanks :)
as a HUGE beach boys fan, i loved your cover of forever. it was so unique but still the harmonies held the element of the original version. ive been listening to it on repeat and its so good
I am very fragile and it's very, very easy to make me cry but watching your videos after a long stressful day off working at a call center always makes me laugh
Call centers seem like one of the most stressful jobs, not physically obviously. But mentally, sounds like a lotta pressure- atleast for me
drew, you are a gift. thank you for posting your stream of consciousness or your music or comedy or whatever it is you feel you want to post! because no matter what it is i am never ever ever disappointed and many others feel exactly the same
I love listening to your stream of consciousness. I can tell you’ve done a lot of work on yourself and you have some really insightful thoughts. You’re also hilarious. I laughed at every moment you asked.
It's inspiring and admirable that Drew is going through the exhaustive yet restless extent of some good examples of the tangents, loops, and thoughts in his head. A lot of which I wish he was able to expand on more even! but as someone that gets into that state frequently. That cuts themself off, debates myself on whether to go on, and often forget ideas altogether, and the internal panic blue screens my brain. So I get not going into more or feeling ashamed or embarrassed for what does come out from a place of "is it good enough". It doesn't feel like it could ever be but that could change one day, or decrease at least.
There's something special and interesting about relating to some of his mental gymnastics with similarities in my mental games with myself. It also reminds me that we all have to deal with it. All. The. Fucking. Time.
Words are often hard for me so it helps to see a side of myself reflected in one of my favorite preformers in a way that is still entertaining and pushes me to cheer on Drew-- and better grow this part of myself with a similar attitude I see in passing or what I can find #relatable to keep creating.
Transitory points are weird and confusing, but there's a lot of beauty in the idea and the difficult, self-conscious anxiety of "becoming" yourself as well as "being" yourself. I'm impatient as hell, but it's more about the process along the way than "being", rather than being frozen in time as cardboard cutout of you versus the capacity of you experiencing.
I hope for Drew and anyone coming across this lump of text that it brings some comfort in their day.
Or to ease the pressure we all put on ourselves daily.
You're doing your best to be your best and endlessly trying to nip at the weeds growing from the seeds of self-improvement, doesn't that mean you're the best version of yourself that you can be? Can it be good enough, if not for right now?
This was a really good read! Thank you for sharing. Take care, Merry Christmas 🎄
This video made me involuntarily laugh, and choke on water. This video was almost the last thing I ever saw. Couldn’t be happier
Bro you made me laugh, self reflect, and think about existence all in 45 minutes. What an awesome experience lmao
i record myself rant/air thoughts just in the form of personal voice memos & while it’s not necessarily the same as posting it for many to see/hear, i think the benefits are the same nonetheless! it’s good & healthy to air out thoughts in your head and to verbalize what you may feel (even if it’s not perfectly said in the moment) bc that helps you solidify your understanding and eventually the extisential dread / hyper-awareness wanes. your personality is lovely and i love this! keep doing it for as long as you like !
I do this too Ramona! I make little vlogs for myself, I looked back over 2021 and realised I documented most of the year. It is also nice to look back at your personal journey!
I’ve been having such a hard time lately with my anxiety, and i sit with your videos instead of doing destructive behaviors. it’s so nice not to talk about things for once and just listen.
“You guys don’t ride the bus.” Who do you think we are?
As a therapist myself ( 23:06 ) I agree with you, many many people can do what we do. However, the training and supervision is imperative to be a GOOD therapist, and it's awful that there's awful therapists out there that don't help (or might even hurt) their clients... I hope you have a helpful therapist that is good for you!
Seeing people discussing if you should have a Wikipedia sounds like suuuch a wierd experience. Lol
I actually loved this video. I just sat and watched the whole thing in one go and laughed so many times. LOVE YOU DREW
32:00 I haven't laughed that hard at something on the internet in a long time lol.
Very glad I get to have the unique experience of vibing with these videos by myself. You're an interesting human, and I am glad I share a rock with you.
While I don't make videos, I feel like I can definitely relate to you about "living in the future" so to speak. I'm an artist and recently I've made it my full-time job where I'm my own boss and so I'm literally constantly thinking about new designs or artwork I could make but like not in a fun way. Like I can't just enjoy other people's art or watch a movie or even go outside without looking for inspiration or drawing references or new color schemes that I feel could fit into my art style because I feel like I constantly have to be thinking about making new content and it's exhausting. And I feel like I can't stop because if I do then I'm wasting my time and I can't afford to waste time because I need new content so I can make money, and I also feel like if I stop looking for new inspiration even for a second I could miss something really cool and lose the opportunity to use that in my art.
Drew looks JUST like if my brother dressed up as our dad (RIP)..... and paired with Drew's personality,, brings me the biggest comfort ever ❤
Ive been in a bad place for a few years now and hearing you it makes me feel less alone. I relate with so much of what you say. Stay safe and thanks for everything you do Drew :)
Personal key with meditation: literally "turn off" all the voices in your head. Silence. It may feel impossible but I promise with practice, eventually it'll be quiet for a half second. Then extend it, 1 second, 2 seconds, praise yourself for improvement and z e r o judgement. Eventually being able to sit for minutes (or longer!) in *pure* silence is where you find the good stuff. It's a very incredible tool
More useful tips:
- calming practices prior/utilizing the most calming part of your day
- listening to music, mantras, creating imagrey etc works too, w the same goal in mind: turning off the rest of your brain
- don't rely on rec drugs for these experiences
Ive always struggled with finding silence in meditation so im going to try this!! Thank you
I watched the whole duration of this video and I HATE how much I understand where you are coming from. I relate so much even the tangents or beliefs you don't expand upon. Sincerely though it is refreshing someone of your honesty and it's just helpful listening to someone going through the bouts just like I am Thank you Drew 🙏 wish you all the best
You have a lot of rare gifts and i appreciate you Drew. You feel vulnerable with music because you speak through it.
It's crazy how quickly and seamlessly time goes by when I watch your videos. Perfect mix of genuine emotion and humor. You're so organically funny and relatable while still being uniquely and authentically yourself.
i always understand his thoughts and it makes me feel so heard😩
this video is so raw and human (hope that makes sense) it’s so refreshing. drew don’t be afraid to be you. you’re amazing and loved no matter what❤️ keep doing these if it helps you
drew, darling, I need you to know youre the most valid person out there. These videos are great because its refreshing to see that humans, although we may live different lives, have some similar thoughts/actions/characteristics. And yeah that may sound dumb because 2 out of 7 billion are bound to be alike, but not everyone is surrounded by like-minded people/ people who share the same thought patterns. It's just nice to not feel so alone even when it appears like it. Like man I have never met you but I feel like you would get me more than anyone ive met. Thank you for letting us listen to your thoughts and allowing us to take this journey with you.
I love the reoccurring little British boy bit drew thank you for the carry through PS i watch all of your videos from beginning to end and relate a lot to the way your brain works
YOUR VIDEOS GET ME THROUGH THIS EXAM PERIOD PLS KEEP POSTING I LOVE YOU
Drew I literally have a playlist of all of your videos that I have put on to fall asleep for the last 2 years. Something about the sound of your voice is very calming to me.
hearing you coach yourself is actually so comforting
i love and support you drew!!!! you make my day, and i hope you feel better soon. it made me smile to see this video pop up! you’re worthy :)
Drew, your honesty makes me feel less alone, and you actually are saving my life with every video you make! you’re my favorite youtuber
i love these videos because they make me feel less alone about the way my daily thought process works. i feel like i think and talk very similarly to you, and it all makes sense to me so i no longer feel so incoherent and lonely!
PS, best way to get someone to click a music link on twitter is to have a video preview so they click on it, hear a few words, and if they like it they’ll recall the tune and lyrics - so in passing they remember that they wanted to go listen, then they look it up; otherwise its more like “huh ill check it out later” and they never do. i dont know if ive ever clicked an external music link on twitter while passively scrolling but if a video starts to autoplay sure why not stick around and watch :)
These videos make me irrationally happy. I am always mind-blown at how many others share the same anxieties and daily struggles I have (the fear of driving and rant about spending hours shopping online and overanalyzing reviews for something you don't really need spoke to me too deeply). It's literally the opposite of overwhelming to watch for me, I love what you do! Thank you :-)
I ALWAYS see myself in the past, figure, 2 days ago, last year etc and always see the past with rose tinted glasses or the future as bad and traumatic!! It’s nice to have you verbalise these things, makes me feel more human 🙂
Drew you are so incredibly talented! I love your voice! ❤
drew i watch ur vids all the way through cause i feel like u share the same like mentality as me it’s nice to hear someone else’s train of thought that’s like mine :)
You make my days better, I've literally been rewatching all ur old content and immediately hit watch when the notification pops up on my phone, you are so worthy 💜 feel better soon love
I watch random videos of yours while I’m working out at the gym and it really helps me lock in while also being accompanied by insightful conversations and laughter. I love your British moments!
Hi! I’ve been watching you for so long and I just want to say I love your honesty about your mental health. And I just love how open you’ve been lately about how you feel about various things. It’s a breath of fresh air, really!
i LOVE this channel. i listen when i’m literally doing anything and it’s so calming i love you drew
I can’t describe to you how comforting your thought process / talking is like wow this is so similar to mine as well. Feels good to not feel so alone. Ur the best drew
I know you weren't fishing, but your music really does mean a lot to me. I wept the first time I heard Milk and Ivory, the lines (pls forgive me I'm paraphrasing and my memory blows) "we can't do the things we want in life, but maybe I can take you out for Thai tonight" really hit different when you and your partner are both incredibly mentally ill and live in poverty. Some of the only times we're happy are when we're together eating good food, just enjoying eachother's company. I know how it feels when the only thing you can give your partner is takeout and a shower...it's brutal.
I grew up listening to Death Cab For Cutie, and hearing your song Someone reminded me so much of hearing an old Death Cab song for the first time as a kid. I was smiling for like half an hour. It was a feeling I never thought I'd have again.
And, this is getting ramble-y, I haven't even mentioned To Hold Amber! It was the first song of yours I heard, and I clicked on it because I was falling in love with a girl by the same name. I think it'll always have a special place in my heart.
Your music makes people feel things! That's so powerful! Idk idk idk. Just wanted to share.
I can’t tell you how glad I am you’ve started posting these longer videos and posting more often ❣️❣️
i cannot stop planning for the future and i completely get it. there are always things i’m constantly thinking about that literally will not stop bothering me until they happen. and you put it into words
ive been in a slunp much longer than id like, but ur videos always make me feel never alone. i hope your days shine brighter drew!!!