I feel you on the depression bro, im the same. As soon as something goes wrong not matter how small i first thought instantly is " fk it im just going to end it today". I play the guitar that really helps me switch off. You have given really good advice here so i hope all your subs watch this video.
I feel you. I've suffered from anxiety and depression for my whole life. I also found keeping the mind busy on other things that are productive. Keep up all the great work you do.
I know your situation all to well. I'm currently dealing with it along with many other things. Thanks for the tips and book referance. I'm going to keep an eye out for your progress check-ins.
Thank you for this! I feel you man. This is good stuff, I went through depression last year for the first time and basically stayed in my bed for two months. It was a horrible feeling!
I’m here for and with you, Brother. First, let me thank you for this video and all your other ones; your videos started my path on shou sugi ban and now I’ve made several pieces. As to this video, I’m going through a funk myself - I’m redefining and reinventing myself after figuring out that my career path no longer fits the life I want. I’ll have to try your accountability mirror method. Time for change.
I just seen you tonight with LA Guy and am checking out your channel. Result, I'm so impressed that you are sharing the challenges you have had and that you are honest and saying what others only think. Thanks and I will share your channel!
Your awesome!! Really appreciate the straight honesty and no BS. We all have been, are or will be there. Good to see you have made some positive steps towards self care. Don’t lose site of the big picture, stay in charge and take care of you!!
I’m a new subscriber because I watched your video on burning wood with the 4 finishes. I really like your sense of humor, and you do great work! I decided to look to see what other kind of videos you put out, and decided to watch this one. I have so many similarities, it’s uncanny. Anyway, just like the fact that you’re relatable, and not fake. That in itself is pretty refreshing. So many UA-camrs feel like they have to impress everyone, like everything is great! I’m sure that depression is effecting just about everyone these days, especially as we try to function in our daily lives, as the country circles the drain with this insane push to make America a Banana Republic! God Bless Brother!👊
You are awesome for doing this. I have been following your channel for a while & love the content. I am a workshop hacker like you. However, I am also a Nurse Practitioner who has worked in the ED and for the last 8 years I have been in Primary Care and managing 1800 patients. It has left virtually no time or energy for me. Your tips here are excellent. I want to offer one thought to yout discussion here. Depression I find also comes tyically with Anxiety and a sleep disturbance. I often contextualize this as the "Bermuda Triange of Depression." The model is sort like this, you start your day and you are dealing all that is front of you; to avoid some these pressures, there is a tendenecy to disengage. People often over the the disengagement / avoidance as a coping mechanism for anxiety. As the end of the day approaches, you look back and say "...well that was a pile of crap and nothing went the way I hoped." Alcohol often comes in here to unwind. Then comes sleep, patients either sleep too much or not enough. Then the process begins ALL OVER AGAIN. However, all the while you accumuate a sleep debt. Then also realize, anxiety & depression become much more difficult to cope with. If think to those days when you have slept well, those days may look easier. Also, note that when people are sleep deprived they are less resilient. This is my interrogators like to do their interviews at 1-2 in the AM. So... focus on sleep as one of your first steps. Medications and counseling will be far less effective if you are sleep deprived. Check your thyroid & depending on where you live, Vitamin D can often be deficient. Everything else you detailed here was great! As you discussed in step one... I often tell my patients the first thing to do is make your bed... it becomes your goal & first step in starting your day. Best of luck and thank you for all the amazing content you have been putting out! DO NOT BE NEGATIVE ON YOURSELF, but do be direct & hold yourself accountable. Consider checking out a podcast I help produce (So There I was...) & you might like and I would love to recommend you listen to the interview with Brian Shul, SR 71 pilot. Episode 54. He was severely burned while flying in Vietnam. He was told he would never fly again. He did... he went on to be one of the flew pilots to fly the SR 71. He also went on to fly with the Blue Angels & the Thunderbirds as a journalist. Amazing story. He overcame his depression and his story says it all. John B Hall, APRN, MSN LT, USCG, H65 pilot & knuckle headed tinker of highly disorganized workshop
You rock! Thanks. Tips are good. Depression is tough. Sometimes I can feel myself on the slippery slope. And it’s ugly!! One thing I would like to offer to your lists. Cut out sugar in foods you eat. Sugar is in most things unfortunately. Sugar causes depression. Keep it up. I do enjoy your videos!! I’ve learned new things from you. So don’t stop!
I just wanted to say if you ever need to talk about your struggle, I can relate. You are a wonderful content creator that I have learned some tips from. I believe that social media is creating some of this depression. Working out is what has helped my depression. 😂 You said "shit on their lawn."
Good tips man! Been dealing with this since I was disabled at 28 years old, 25 years ago (damn I am getting old). I like tip #3 the best and I am going to do that today!!!!!
Very good to see you Sir. I've missed your vids.... You and I fight some of the same battles.. Good to see you grabbing it by the throat....Stay strong Sir. JH
Thanks for your openness and Honesty. Also thanks for tackling a subject that most people, but especially men, have an issue talking about. I'd also like to point out that your analogy about being on the computer, or phone, and losing yourself is also a component of ADHD, of which I also struggle with.
I have been dealing with depression my whole life as well, and more recently in the past few years PTSD. It seems like every time things seem to be going ok in life, the universe gives me a swift kick in the dick.
You are absolutely on point! So many of us struggle with depression or anxiety and fall into patterns of behavior that just make it worse! Thank you for your courage to share what is helping you! In a world of content creators that tend to portray a perfect world and perfect life, you share what is reality for so many. God bless you, and I hope you continue to kick ass!
I watch Build Dad Build videos all the time - LOVE your stuff! Just wanted to say that this was an awesome video and I really appreciate your vulnerability in effort to help others! YOU GOT THIS DUDE!!!
I know you did not make this video to solicit advice, but I have finally found some relief and can't help but share with others that might benefit. I too have suffered from depression most of my life. Last September I started the carnivore diet just trying to lose weight. In less than 6 weeks, not only had I lost weight, but my depression was almost totally gone. I have now been on the diet for 5 months and still am not experiencing the debilitating depression I had before. It may be something worth researching to see if it's right for you.
Social media and mental health have never been a good pair. You made it to the couch! That IS better than bed. If you are doom scrolling, you are still alive and trying and I am proud of ANYONE for keeping themselves alive. It helps me a lot to tell myself that safe spot is going to be there when I get back. You got this and I am so with you to celebrate your goals. You are so creative, and you know it's true because this stranger online said so lol.
I like your artistic style. I like your business sense. I like how you meld your online presence into your laser business. I'm here for it. You are on my short list of weekly inspirational business videos I watch, but new videos have been absent from my rotation lately, and many thoughts about 'why' have started circling in my head. So needless to say, when a new Build Dad Build video popped up, I clicked as fast as I could. I didn't get the laser business video I needed from you. But what I got was something better. I don't personally deal with clinical depression, but I certainly get depressed. I wonder at times if I have Nick's level of ability, motivation, artistic intuition, business sense, the list goes on. You gave me validation that we all struggle, we're all human, and it's ok to go offline for a minute or a month. We just need to understand we're all fighting the same fight in life and this too shall pass. To keep your eye on the prize and put one foot in front of the other, and things will fall into place. Thanks for the motivation.
Brother, watching your videos, reading the comments, the thing I'm finding is you (we), are suffering alone, but you (we) are not the only ones suffering with this. It's amazing when videos like this can bring people together. Everyone who reads this, you aren't the only one suffering! You (we) feel like were the only ones going through this. You (we) are not! I admire your bravery! You sir are helping to make the change you (we) all need! I watch your videos aspiring to be like you. You create some seriously cool shit, and use some seriously cool tools and equipment! I watch your videos when I'm depressed and feel like I can't get out of bed, the couch is sometimes the best I got! The stuff you do inspires me to hopefully break the funk, and when I do, it'll be to make the cool stuff I see here. Like seriously, freaking laser beams making some awesome stuff! I dream to make stuff with a laser engraver when I save up to purchase my first one! Keep treading water brother! I hope to see more of you. "Sometimes, it's ok, if the only thing you did today, was breathe!"
Bro! Great video. Thank you SO much for sharing. I always enjoyed watching you torch some awesome projects. I'm happy that you are fighting to break out your depression. I was feeling it a lot myself. Was taking meds but I found that taking 200 mg of L-Theanine and 200 mg of Magnesium Glycinate worked SO much better than meds. Maybe something for you to look into also. When I started taking that, it helped me get off my a$$ and get back under 200 lbs myself. I'm definitely better than what I was but sometimes find that its a constant fight. I look forward to seeing your videos in the future whether its a woodworking project or you sharing your progress. Take care bro!
Hey Nick, loved this vid, thanks for sharing. Off topic for a minute, I noticed the AP laser in the back ground. I thought you were a Monport fella? The AP is sweet but at the price of a good used car keeps it out of my price range. Happy trails man and best of luck
Best of luck, my GF bought me a book of bible verses for each day. And I listen to Christian music and I’m no where close to being a religious guy lol but the words are positive and some have hit the right spot to where it made me 🥹. Best of luck and know you’re not alone as most of us are dealing with the same.
Hey, I resemble your remarks. I too have been fighting depression for most of my life. I can say that I chose the wrong parents. And that may well be true. But trying to blame them that aren’t around anymore gets me nowhere. I’m retired and I’ve got so many hobbies that I am setup to do. Like you I have that damn couch that is an immense time eater. I’m going to try your accountability mirror. If that doesn’t seem to work, I want my money back. 😜
Thanks for being this open. Honestly. As to the opener question, not that well. I've never heard of "tip 3" but I have tried the first 2 before, so I'll look more into the last one.
yeah, moving around, great, I have chronic pain so moving around doesn't do me any favors... ex. I got out with my daughter, we went to a paint party thing and I've been in stoooopid pain for, 5 days later now.... I am in charge, kind of... at end of the day my pain decides everything. I have these hobbies, but this laser is just frustrating me more... not fun. The whole point was to cut cute things out so that I could do parties with friends for entertainment... I've had this 10W D1 Pro since they released it and I can not figure out how to get this big piece of metal to cut through anything!! I've tried the dumb cut tests and apparently I'm doing something wrong there even, wtf!! can't even do that right. I can't even find any tutorial videos or sites that actually walk through, step by setting step and it's ridiculous!! I'm here to go thru all your videos again, u went through Louisiana Hobby Guys videos and couldn't find what I needed there either.... maybe I'm missing the video?? I dunno. I bought the stupid text grids, then realized, with the hero of LHG, that I could have just made my own... but when I run them, purchased or made, I just get the same from box 1 to box 10 across the board and diagonally too.... frustrating cuz all the colors and settings are over there in the little console box, in lightburn, I'm not a fan of XCS at all. I'm frustrated, adds to my depression, makes me sit in the couch with my phone watching videos longer not being productive or accomplishing anything... then I lookit all the bills filling up the dining room table and, at least I have them sorted out right... yeah no motivation to pay them until I get the spots 15 day notices... I use to be intop of everything! raised our kids. made sure we had bills paid and where ever penny was going. cleaned like a mother!! and I loved it! Had it all together strong woman like... now kids are grown, chronic pain has taken over and I'm useless... it's great 🎉
Check out the xTool and Laser Engraving groups on facebook. A lot of people having the same issues. A wealth of knowledge that should be about to get you over the hump! Hang in there. Cheers
Taking 24hr antihistamines and 400mg of magnesium and DAO supplements.really has helped me with depression. My doctor told me that science has linked issues such as depression with mast cell (high histamine)
🙌🏻👏🏻. YOU 🫵🏻are truly amazing and extremely brave for being as open, real and raw as you are in this video and generally. It’s very difficult to look inside at the icky tough stuff! It’s even harder to put it out there as a creator and further more as a man. Kudos to you for sharing your experience and opening up a dialogue. I hear ya tho, that seasonal depression be hittin HARD lately! Thank you for the pick me up and reminder to get after bc only I can turn it around!!❤️🩹
I quit all social media aside from UA-cam as it's rather educational. Tiktok/Facebook algorithms are toxic. And I advise giving them a real big miss. Stay strong and keep setting manageable goals to ensure your never disappointed, never compare yourself to others. Above all, focus on the gift of today and let the worries of tomorrow and regrets of yesterday be as they are. We are all learning every single day. Being kind and helping others is the very essence of what it means to be human. Stay strong, reach out for help if you need it. Never be ashamed about asking for help or even talking about it. It's a tough world, but with the right mindset we can all be genuinely happy. Stay strong mate!!
Great tips and thanks for sharing. The more people like you who talk honestly about this subject the better a lot of us feel because we know we are not the only one who feels like this.
Hi Nick, I have suffered with depression since I was 12, I am now 48 and taking sertraline but every now and then I get deep depressive episodes, it's like a big dark cloud, normally I'm a fun happy person but when it it hits it hits hard and I can't even function as the same person, I can't understand life and what the point is but then suddenly over a period of time I'm myself again, it sucks but thanks for the video x
That’s what I love about you, Nick. You’re not afraid to say it out loud. ❤ I need to do the focus mirror too. Re drinking, what I do is for lent (nice defined time period) I don’t drink at home. I don’t go crazy while we’re out because I’m driving (BF’s car needs a mechanic visit). If I have, say a shot before bed, I have to put $5 into the charity jar. I think last year I had like $30 for charity. I discovered Fre Chardonnay is pretty good.
Thank you for this video, I can’t, I won’t, I don’t want too, are my words also, I have tons of projects to work on, 2- 10x20 storage full of furniture (projects) plus my garage and my patio. And I can’t ( there we go, I can’t) start a project and finish it, I tried to start and finish but again I can’t, I want to do things but there’s something that stops me, I don’t know wtf it is. I sit on my couch and phone on hand and that’s it. The day went and I didn’t do shit. So I don’t know what to do, lots of time goes through my mind stupid thoughts. I watch this video and it seems that you’re talking to me. 😬 thank you again.
Just ran across your channel today. I am now a subscriber and I love this video! If you are anything like me, sharing your imperfections is extremely difficult. Glad you did this. Depression hits us all, I have been going through my own issues. I may have missed this but a couple of tips is find the right therapist to talk to and don’t poo poo on the possibility of medication to help get you through. After speaking with 5 different therapists, I have finally landed on the one that works for me. It is work, but we can get there.
0:55 I just wanted to say thank you for sharing about your depression, normalizing it, taking the shame out of it, very brave of you. You are appreciated.
Thank you for sharing your story and being so candid. I never would have guessed you suffer from depression . Keep fighting the good fight. I wish you nothing but the best
Great vid Nick , I’ve been there and still am due to finances/ work life etc, it’s hard out there it really is and then you get a negative comment from someone and you then get even more wound up, I’ve found some peace once I bought my laser so I’ve had a fantastic learning experience especially when watching yours and others channels so we’re all helping each other , keep strong man and best of luck for the future
Thanks for being so open. This issue can be hard to talk about, but by you putting it out there it can possibly light the flame for someone else to start taking care of themselves. I also suffer from depression so I know how you feel. Keep up the great work and know there are people out there who do really appreciate you. Cheers.
Respect brother needed to here allot this right now. Going through a bit the now and been having some shop block am suffering side hustle/trying get to business full time this year but struggling with allot so this has helped allot big thanks hope you get back on track and bringing out great content.
Nick, thank you for your testimony brother. Every single day I struggle with depression, anxiety, the mental block, and shutting myself down. Watching this makes me want to get myself an accountability mirror and read that book. May possibly do like a pyramid style of goals and things I'd like to change. Start with like the top goal being the top of the pyramid, and steps I need to take to get there. Adjust the blocks as needed, per se. But I'm so glad you're not quitting UA-cam, and now I want to see you progressing toward your goals brother. You've got this 💪🏻
It's almost scary that you made this video at this time. I never thought I had an issue but lately I feel like I can't get my head above water and I just wanna eat and cry. I want to be able to make laser crafts all day but that's not profitable right now (I have no place to sell). I do embroidery and vinyl and seems like every customer is new and they ask for changes, new designs, labor intensive computer work then "i think I will just keep it the same" comes out and I wanna pull my hair out. Its so hard to not wanna say WTF do you want when people call. I always think of the penguins in that one movie that say "Smile and wave boys, just smile and wave" even though I wanna punch someone. So this video hit home. I was like, OMG, he has such good ideas to battle this so I keep moving! I do catch myself "wondering" when I try to do a task. I have three businesses and I am starting to think I need to quit one ( financially it was great til 2023). I have several To Do lists, even label each task 1, 2 3. 1 being important. I tried to quit vaping this week too but I started getting really crabby so I decided to just taper off. I think you content is awesome and you and Clack Shack are my go to resources...Remember you have MANY people who look up to you and can't wait to see your AWESOMENESS!
I do. Once monthly with a zoom counselor. I may need to make some changes in that department. Thanks for your insight. And thanks for sharing that others deal with feelings of being "in reverse".
Amen, brother. January's been total crap, health issues put my wife in the hospital, car problems, etc., etc. Found a total loss of the excitement of having two new laser engravers to toy with. It's hard getting out of the funk.
Brilliant. I have been in therapy for half my life for depression and anxiety. This short video was one of the best I have seen on explaining, dealing with, and problem solving solutions for depression. Thanks for your transparency in posting this video.
I feel you on the depression bro, im the same. As soon as something goes wrong not matter how small i first thought instantly is " fk it im just going to end it today". I play the guitar that really helps me switch off.
You have given really good advice here so i hope all your subs watch this video.
Thank you!
This is incredibly relatable brother. Thank you for the honesty. Keep us posted on your progress.
Sure thing!
I feel you. I've suffered from anxiety and depression for my whole life. I also found keeping the mind busy on other things that are productive. Keep up all the great work you do.
Great stuff brother I’ve been there too thanks for the info
Sure thing!
I appreciate this video a lot. I've always struggled with depression and anxiety and these are awesome tips ❤️. Thanks for not quitting!
Cheers!
I know your situation all to well. I'm currently dealing with it along with many other things. Thanks for the tips and book referance. I'm going to keep an eye out for your progress check-ins.
Thank you for this! I feel you man. This is good stuff, I went through depression last year for the first time and basically stayed in my bed for two months. It was a horrible feeling!
Hang in there, brother!
I’m here for and with you, Brother. First, let me thank you for this video and all your other ones; your videos started my path on shou sugi ban and now I’ve made several pieces.
As to this video, I’m going through a funk myself - I’m redefining and reinventing myself after figuring out that my career path no longer fits the life I want. I’ll have to try your accountability mirror method. Time for change.
Good luck!
I just seen you tonight with LA Guy and am checking out your channel.
Result, I'm so impressed that you are sharing the challenges you have had and that you are honest and saying what others only think.
Thanks and I will share your channel!
Sure thing. Spread the word!!
Cheers!
Your awesome!! Really appreciate the straight honesty and no BS. We all have been, are or will be there. Good to see you have made some positive steps towards self care. Don’t lose site of the big picture, stay in charge and take care of you!!
Thanks, Homie!
I was literally just wondering y i havent seen ur videos on my ride home ten min ago!!! Hang in there! I understand what ur goinf thru.
Thanks! And.....Shady's back! LOL
I’m a new subscriber because I watched your video on burning wood with the 4 finishes. I really like your sense of humor, and you do great work! I decided to look to see what other kind of videos you put out, and decided to watch this one. I have so many similarities, it’s uncanny. Anyway, just like the fact that you’re relatable, and not fake. That in itself is pretty refreshing. So many UA-camrs feel like they have to impress everyone, like everything is great! I’m sure that depression is effecting just about everyone these days, especially as we try to function in our daily lives, as the country circles the drain with this insane push to make America a Banana Republic! God Bless Brother!👊
Keep on keepin on brother
You are awesome for doing this. I have been following your channel for a while & love the content. I am a workshop hacker like you. However, I am also a Nurse Practitioner who has worked in the ED and for the last 8 years I have been in Primary Care and managing 1800 patients. It has left virtually no time or energy for me. Your tips here are excellent. I want to offer one thought to yout discussion here.
Depression I find also comes tyically with Anxiety and a sleep disturbance. I often contextualize this as the "Bermuda Triange of Depression." The model is sort like this, you start your day and you are dealing all that is front of you; to avoid some these pressures, there is a tendenecy to disengage. People often over the the disengagement / avoidance as a coping mechanism for anxiety. As the end of the day approaches, you look back and say "...well that was a pile of crap and nothing went the way I hoped." Alcohol often comes in here to unwind. Then comes sleep, patients either sleep too much or not enough. Then the process begins ALL OVER AGAIN. However, all the while you accumuate a sleep debt. Then also realize, anxiety & depression become much more difficult to cope with. If think to those days when you have slept well, those days may look easier. Also, note that when people are sleep deprived they are less resilient. This is my interrogators like to do their interviews at 1-2 in the AM.
So... focus on sleep as one of your first steps. Medications and counseling will be far less effective if you are sleep deprived. Check your thyroid & depending on where you live, Vitamin D can often be deficient. Everything else you detailed here was great! As you discussed in step one... I often tell my patients the first thing to do is make your bed... it becomes your goal & first step in starting your day.
Best of luck and thank you for all the amazing content you have been putting out! DO NOT BE NEGATIVE ON YOURSELF, but do be direct & hold yourself accountable.
Consider checking out a podcast I help produce (So There I was...) & you might like and I would love to recommend you listen to the interview with Brian Shul, SR 71 pilot. Episode 54. He was severely burned while flying in Vietnam. He was told he would never fly again. He did... he went on to be one of the flew pilots to fly the SR 71. He also went on to fly with the Blue Angels & the Thunderbirds as a journalist. Amazing story. He overcame his depression and his story says it all.
John B Hall, APRN, MSN
LT, USCG, H65 pilot & knuckle headed tinker of highly disorganized workshop
It’s funny. You’re like step by step going through things I’ve tried and plan on trying! Thanks for the info!! Let’s me know I’m on the right path.
You rock! Thanks. Tips are good. Depression is tough. Sometimes I can feel myself on the slippery slope. And it’s ugly!! One thing
I would like to offer to your lists. Cut out sugar in foods you eat. Sugar is in most things unfortunately. Sugar causes depression. Keep it up. I do enjoy your videos!! I’ve learned new things from you. So don’t stop!
Keep it up brother. Proud of you. If you ever need to hang or talk you know where to find me. All the love brother.
Cheers, Homie!
I just wanted to say if you ever need to talk about your struggle, I can relate. You are a wonderful content creator that I have learned some tips from. I believe that social media is creating some of this depression. Working out is what has helped my depression. 😂 You said "shit on their lawn."
Sometimes you gotta establish dominance and shit on their lawn! Thanks, Brother!
Good job! keep up on your goals we need your energy
Thanks, Homie!
Thanks for posting this. Much love, brother!
Sure thing, Brother.
Good tips man! Been dealing with this since I was disabled at 28 years old, 25 years ago (damn I am getting old). I like tip #3 the best and I am going to do that today!!!!!
Accountability mirror is no joke!
Very good to see you Sir. I've missed your vids.... You and I fight some of the same battles.. Good to see you grabbing it by the throat....Stay strong Sir. JH
Thanks, brother!
Thanks for your openness and Honesty. Also thanks for tackling a subject that most people, but especially men, have an issue talking about.
I'd also like to point out that your analogy about being on the computer, or phone, and losing yourself is also a component of ADHD, of which I also struggle with.
I've been told that I show some of the traits of ADHD...LOL
Cheers
The struggle for both is real brother! @@BuildDadBuild
I have been dealing with depression my whole life as well, and more recently in the past few years PTSD. It seems like every time things seem to be going ok in life, the universe gives me a swift kick in the dick.
I feel ya.
Hang in there!
You are absolutely on point! So many of us struggle with depression or anxiety and fall into patterns of behavior that just make it worse! Thank you for your courage to share what is helping you! In a world of content creators that tend to portray a perfect world and perfect life, you share what is reality for so many. God bless you, and I hope you continue to kick ass!
Thanks, Brother!
Cheers
I watch Build Dad Build videos all the time - LOVE your stuff! Just wanted to say that this was an awesome video and I really appreciate your vulnerability in effort to help others!
YOU GOT THIS DUDE!!!
Thanks, homie!
Thank you for your transparency. You are helping more people than you know. All heroes don't wesr capes ❤
Thank you!
I know you did not make this video to solicit advice, but I have finally found some relief and can't help but share with others that might benefit. I too have suffered from depression most of my life. Last September I started the carnivore diet just trying to lose weight. In less than 6 weeks, not only had I lost weight, but my depression was almost totally gone. I have now been on the diet for 5 months and still am not experiencing the debilitating depression I had before. It may be something worth researching to see if it's right for you.
Definitely something to look into!
Social media and mental health have never been a good pair. You made it to the couch! That IS better than bed. If you are doom scrolling, you are still alive and trying and I am proud of ANYONE for keeping themselves alive. It helps me a lot to tell myself that safe spot is going to be there when I get back. You got this and I am so with you to celebrate your goals. You are so creative, and you know it's true because this stranger online said so lol.
LOL. Thanks, Homie!
I like your artistic style. I like your business sense. I like how you meld your online presence into your laser business. I'm here for it. You are on my short list of weekly inspirational business videos I watch, but new videos have been absent from my rotation lately, and many thoughts about 'why' have started circling in my head. So needless to say, when a new Build Dad Build video popped up, I clicked as fast as I could. I didn't get the laser business video I needed from you. But what I got was something better. I don't personally deal with clinical depression, but I certainly get depressed. I wonder at times if I have Nick's level of ability, motivation, artistic intuition, business sense, the list goes on. You gave me validation that we all struggle, we're all human, and it's ok to go offline for a minute or a month. We just need to understand we're all fighting the same fight in life and this too shall pass. To keep your eye on the prize and put one foot in front of the other, and things will fall into place. Thanks for the motivation.
Thanks homie!
Brother, watching your videos, reading the comments, the thing I'm finding is you (we), are suffering alone, but you (we) are not the only ones suffering with this. It's amazing when videos like this can bring people together. Everyone who reads this, you aren't the only one suffering! You (we) feel like were the only ones going through this. You (we) are not!
I admire your bravery! You sir are helping to make the change you (we) all need!
I watch your videos aspiring to be like you. You create some seriously cool shit, and use some seriously cool tools and equipment! I watch your videos when I'm depressed and feel like I can't get out of bed, the couch is sometimes the best I got! The stuff you do inspires me to hopefully break the funk, and when I do, it'll be to make the cool stuff I see here. Like seriously, freaking laser beams making some awesome stuff! I dream to make stuff with a laser engraver when I save up to purchase my first one! Keep treading water brother! I hope to see more of you.
"Sometimes, it's ok, if the only thing you did today, was breathe!"
Keep on, keeping on, brother!
Cheers
it's a struggle. BTDT. keep pushing through it.
Cheers!
Bro! Great video. Thank you SO much for sharing. I always enjoyed watching you torch some awesome projects. I'm happy that you are fighting to break out your depression. I was feeling it a lot myself. Was taking meds but I found that taking 200 mg of L-Theanine and 200 mg of Magnesium Glycinate worked SO much better than meds. Maybe something for you to look into also. When I started taking that, it helped me get off my a$$ and get back under 200 lbs myself. I'm definitely better than what I was but sometimes find that its a constant fight.
I look forward to seeing your videos in the future whether its a woodworking project or you sharing your progress. Take care bro!
Thank you!
Cheers
Hoah man, Thanks for creating this. Glad to see you back.
Thanks! Good to be back!!
Hey Nick, loved this vid, thanks for sharing. Off topic for a minute, I noticed the AP laser in the back ground. I thought you were a Monport fella? The AP is sweet but at the price of a good used car keeps it out of my price range. Happy trails man and best of luck
Love my AP Lazers!
Hay build that build thanks for the video depression is not fun at it ❤ I feel better keep smiling dude 😊
Thanks, Homie!
@@BuildDadBuild welcome Homie 👍
Good morning! And thanks 😁🤟 have a good day ahead
We all have our shit, we don't like to talk about it, but we have to be honest with ourselves. Thanks for being honest.
Best of luck, my GF bought me a book of bible verses for each day. And I listen to Christian music and I’m no where close to being a religious guy lol but the words are positive and some have hit the right spot to where it made me 🥹. Best of luck and know you’re not alone as most of us are dealing with the same.
Thank you!
Cheers!
We appreciate you, Nick!
Thanks, Homie!
@@BuildDadBuild "but officer, Nick told me to sh!t in my neighbor's lawn!" 😂
Hey, I resemble your remarks. I too have been fighting depression for most of my life. I can say that I chose the wrong parents. And that may well be true. But trying to blame them that aren’t around anymore gets me nowhere. I’m retired and I’ve got so many hobbies that I am setup to do. Like you I have that damn couch that is an immense time eater. I’m going to try your accountability mirror. If that doesn’t seem to work, I want my money back. 😜
Hang in there brother! And that accountability mirror is my new best friend. I love it and wish I’d implemented it earlier.
Cheers!
Thanks for ALL you do. ❤
Thanks for being this open. Honestly. As to the opener question, not that well. I've never heard of "tip 3" but I have tried the first 2 before, so I'll look more into the last one.
Good luck!
Aw sweet hay free Hugs 🤗
yeah, moving around, great, I have chronic pain so moving around doesn't do me any favors... ex. I got out with my daughter, we went to a paint party thing and I've been in stoooopid pain for, 5 days later now....
I am in charge, kind of... at end of the day my pain decides everything.
I have these hobbies, but this laser is just frustrating me more... not fun.
The whole point was to cut cute things out so that I could do parties with friends for entertainment...
I've had this 10W D1 Pro since they released it and I can not figure out how to get this big piece of metal to cut through anything!!
I've tried the dumb cut tests and apparently I'm doing something wrong there even, wtf!! can't even do that right.
I can't even find any tutorial videos or sites that actually walk through, step by setting step and it's ridiculous!!
I'm here to go thru all your videos again, u went through Louisiana Hobby Guys videos and couldn't find what I needed there either.... maybe I'm missing the video?? I dunno.
I bought the stupid text grids, then realized, with the hero of LHG, that I could have just made my own... but when I run them, purchased or made, I just get the same from box 1 to box 10 across the board and diagonally too.... frustrating cuz all the colors and settings are over there in the little console box, in lightburn, I'm not a fan of XCS at all.
I'm frustrated, adds to my depression, makes me sit in the couch with my phone watching videos longer not being productive or accomplishing anything... then I lookit all the bills filling up the dining room table and, at least I have them sorted out right... yeah no motivation to pay them until I get the spots 15 day notices...
I use to be intop of everything! raised our kids. made sure we had bills paid and where ever penny was going. cleaned like a mother!! and I loved it! Had it all together strong woman like... now kids are grown, chronic pain has taken over and I'm useless... it's great 🎉
Check out the xTool and Laser Engraving groups on facebook. A lot of people having the same issues. A wealth of knowledge that should be about to get you over the hump!
Hang in there.
Cheers
Taking 24hr antihistamines and 400mg of magnesium and DAO supplements.really has helped me with depression. My doctor told me that science has linked issues such as depression with mast cell (high histamine)
Good to know.
Glad it’s working!
"...great book, I highly recommend it, if you want a swift kick in the ass..."
Thanx, but I'm already giving those to myself daily. Not helpful.
Read God's word or listen on audiobook. Do this while you work or at bedtime. God bless stick in there
🙌🏻👏🏻. YOU 🫵🏻are truly amazing and extremely brave for being as open, real and raw as you are in this video and generally. It’s very difficult to look inside at the icky tough stuff! It’s even harder to put it out there as a creator and further more as a man. Kudos to you for sharing your experience and opening up a dialogue.
I hear ya tho, that seasonal depression be hittin HARD lately! Thank you for the pick me up and reminder to get after bc only I can turn it around!!❤️🩹
Cheers! And good luck to you!!
I quit all social media aside from UA-cam as it's rather educational. Tiktok/Facebook algorithms are toxic. And I advise giving them a real big miss.
Stay strong and keep setting manageable goals to ensure your never disappointed, never compare yourself to others.
Above all, focus on the gift of today and let the worries of tomorrow and regrets of yesterday be as they are.
We are all learning every single day.
Being kind and helping others is the very essence of what it means to be human.
Stay strong, reach out for help if you need it. Never be ashamed about asking for help or even talking about it.
It's a tough world, but with the right mindset we can all be genuinely happy.
Stay strong mate!!
Keep on keeping on!
Cheers
Great tips and thanks for sharing. The more people like you who talk honestly about this subject the better a lot of us feel because we know we are not the only one who feels like this.
Glad it was helpful!
Hi Nick, I have suffered with depression since I was 12, I am now 48 and taking sertraline but every now and then I get deep depressive episodes, it's like a big dark cloud, normally I'm a fun happy person but when it it hits it hits hard and I can't even function as the same person, I can't understand life and what the point is but then suddenly over a period of time I'm myself again, it sucks but thanks for the video x
Hang in there! Stay strong.
@@BuildDadBuild Thank you
That’s what I love about you, Nick. You’re not afraid to say it out loud. ❤ I need to do the focus mirror too. Re drinking, what I do is for lent (nice defined time period) I don’t drink at home. I don’t go crazy while we’re out because I’m driving (BF’s car needs a mechanic visit). If I have, say a shot before bed, I have to put $5 into the charity jar. I think last year I had like $30 for charity. I discovered Fre Chardonnay is pretty good.
Read God's word or listen on audiobook. Do this while you work or at bedtime. God bless stick in there
I deal with depression. I appreciate this video!!
Thank you.
New subscriber here, thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks for the sub! And Welcome!!
Thank you very much for your honesty and for speaking frankly. Very much appreciated. 👍 Good luck. Best wishes.
You’re welcome!
Thank you for this video, I can’t, I won’t, I don’t want too, are my words also, I have tons of projects to work on, 2- 10x20 storage full of furniture (projects) plus my garage and my patio. And I can’t ( there we go, I can’t) start a project and finish it, I tried to start and finish but again I can’t, I want to do things but there’s something that stops me, I don’t know wtf it is. I sit on my couch and phone on hand and that’s it. The day went and I didn’t do shit. So I don’t know what to do, lots of time goes through my mind stupid thoughts. I watch this video and it seems that you’re talking to me. 😬 thank you again.
Keep on keeping on brother. 👊🏻
Thanks for sharing! Love your videos and your transparency.
Thanks for watching!
Just ran across your channel today. I am now a subscriber and I love this video! If you are anything like me, sharing your imperfections is extremely difficult. Glad you did this. Depression hits us all, I have been going through my own issues. I may have missed this but a couple of tips is find the right therapist to talk to and don’t poo poo on the possibility of medication to help get you through. After speaking with 5 different therapists, I have finally landed on the one that works for me. It is work, but we can get there.
Oh meds are my best friend, brother!
Keep on keeping on
0:55 I just wanted to say thank you for sharing about your depression, normalizing it, taking the shame out of it, very brave of you. You are appreciated.
Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your story and being so candid. I never would have guessed you suffer from depression . Keep fighting the good fight. I wish you nothing but the best
Thanks , homie!
Great vid Nick , I’ve been there and still am due to finances/ work life etc, it’s hard out there it really is and then you get a negative comment from someone and you then get even more wound up, I’ve found some peace once I bought my laser so I’ve had a fantastic learning experience especially when watching yours and others channels so we’re all helping each other , keep strong man and best of luck for the future
Keep on keeping on brother. You got this.
Cheers
So cool to put yourself out there and be vulnerable. Struggles with it for most of my life. Keep moving, and thanks for the great content!
Thanks, brother!
Thanks for being so open. This issue can be hard to talk about, but by you putting it out there it can possibly light the flame for someone else to start taking care of themselves. I also suffer from depression so I know how you feel. Keep up the great work and know there are people out there who do really appreciate you. Cheers.
Thank you!
Cheers
Being a disabled guy, I feel ya brother!!! Great info! ❤
Cheers, homie!
Respect brother needed to here allot this right now. Going through a bit the now and been having some shop block am suffering side hustle/trying get to business full time this year but struggling with allot so this has helped allot big thanks hope you get back on track and bringing out great content.
Cheers, Homie!
I love this. Thank you! This is all great advice.
You are so welcome!
You’ve got this, well done!
Thanks, Homie!
Nick, thank you for your testimony brother. Every single day I struggle with depression, anxiety, the mental block, and shutting myself down. Watching this makes me want to get myself an accountability mirror and read that book. May possibly do like a pyramid style of goals and things I'd like to change. Start with like the top goal being the top of the pyramid, and steps I need to take to get there. Adjust the blocks as needed, per se. But I'm so glad you're not quitting UA-cam, and now I want to see you progressing toward your goals brother. You've got this 💪🏻
Cheers, Homie!
@@BuildDadBuild cheers indeed!
It's almost scary that you made this video at this time. I never thought I had an issue but lately I feel like I can't get my head above water and I just wanna eat and cry. I want to be able to make laser crafts all day but that's not profitable right now (I have no place to sell). I do embroidery and vinyl and seems like every customer is new and they ask for changes, new designs, labor intensive computer work then "i think I will just keep it the same" comes out and I wanna pull my hair out. Its so hard to not wanna say WTF do you want when people call. I always think of the penguins in that one movie that say "Smile and wave boys, just smile and wave" even though I wanna punch someone. So this video hit home. I was like, OMG, he has such good ideas to battle this so I keep moving! I do catch myself "wondering" when I try to do a task. I have three businesses and I am starting to think I need to quit one ( financially it was great til 2023). I have several To Do lists, even label each task 1, 2 3. 1 being important. I tried to quit vaping this week too but I started getting really crabby so I decided to just taper off. I think you content is awesome and you and Clack Shack are my go to resources...Remember you have MANY people who look up to you and can't wait to see your AWESOMENESS!
Thank you. And hang in there!!
Plus if you’re not talking to someone (doesn’t even have to be a therapist) you should.
I do. Once monthly with a zoom counselor. I may need to make some changes in that department. Thanks for your insight. And thanks for sharing that others deal with feelings of being "in reverse".
Amen, brother. January's been total crap, health issues put my wife in the hospital, car problems, etc., etc. Found a total loss of the excitement of having two new laser engravers to toy with. It's hard getting out of the funk.
Hang in there, brother!
@@BuildDadBuild Thanks! Sh1ts tough at times, and having to stand up to all the goofy sh1t takes its toll.
Brilliant. I have been in therapy for half my life for depression and anxiety. This short video was one of the best I have seen on explaining, dealing with, and problem solving solutions for depression. Thanks for your transparency in posting this video.
Sure thing. Keep on keeping on, Homie!