no, this was not the plan for my life.
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FAQs
- How old are you? - 38
- Where do you live? - Cape Town, South Africa & Dorset, UK.
- What do you do for a living? - I create, I coach, I work with brands, I sell merch with my own designs.
- What editing program do you use? - DaVinci Resolve
Keep going. A decade ago I would rush home from my day job full of anticipation and excitement to see if you posted a vlog
Remember to work hard, be nice to people and try to not get lost or killed! 💚💚💚
Since May 20th, 2013
He changed it to work smart - which is so much better 💖💖
@@tanyasmiles I know that, but was about teh OG Brownies! :)
@@snapsbyiry 👍
You are EXACTLY where you need to be. Quiet the mind and kill the ego's expectations as they are endless. Much love!
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straight truth.
Ase’ to always being where you need to be ☀️✨
You have such a fantastic mum. You have travelled a lot but she always has a warm home for you to come back to. She is an angel!
Been watching you since you were making stickers in your bedroom. You have always been able to make everything interesting.
Glad Alfie is still around
so lovely to see Alfie (and Georgie) again! they’re looking so well 😊
Good luck Ben! It's clear that you're at a very important chapter in your life, and I trust you will attract all the happiness you deserve. All the best!
The tears we cry sat on the bed back at our parents…again..as an adult are tears like no other. Something somewhere trying to tell you you’ve failed, or the disbelief it once again didn’t work out. I couldn’t relate more. But the more times I do it and reflect, it’s always been needed. We are so lucky to have that safety net, which actually enables us to take those risks in the first place. And I’ve come to realize id always chose the snippets of love and life that I’m grieving over not having that experience.
You couldn’t write the fact there is a van garage on your way to work. If that’s not the universe’s motivation I don’t know what is!
Thank you for continuing to be so open with all sides of this journey.
At this time don’t forget the books (even if you’ve read them over and over)
A new earth - Eckhart Tolle
Mind power - John Kehoe
Thanks ben! heading for a walk now, i needed it but couldny bring myself to it
I commented on the last video about the 'vlog style' content. I hope you didn't take it personally! I didn't mean it in an offending way at all so apologies if it came across like that. THIS however, I absolutely loved!! Such a nice video. You're slowly getting back to it Ben, it's great to see this full circle moment happening. :)
Edit: just to add to this and what you talk about later in the video. I don't think it's that people dislike the 'deeper content' or anything like that at all. I just (personally) believe that everyone in some way or another, has/is/will go through that stuff but it's a very personal and deep journey. It also isn't easy and can be difficult and exhausting. And it doesn't make for entertaining viewing, that's the truth of it. For the vast majority of people anyway. A lot of people have difficult/stressful days and so when they open Netflix of UA-cam, you go for a bit of escapism. You've paid your dues and worked hard through the day, so you don't want to log on and watch someone who is being really deep/vulnerable all the time. You want escapism and entertainment. Again, not to say people can't go on their journeys through life and self-discovery and all the emotional heaviness that comes along with that journey, but it shouldn't (in my opinion anyway) encapsulate your whole personality and being. I guess maybe what I'm trying to say here Ben, is that I think people (and by that I mean your subscribers) appreciate that you've gone through a difficult time but I don't think that and this journey you're going on now, of trying to bring your UA-cam channel back and record great videos of your adventures can't go hand in hand. They absolutely can. You've got this mate.
I took it very personally and made a video about it haha! Kidding, I appreciate you 🫶🏼
@@benbrown I appreciate you too! I've been here since the I LOVE SPORTS t-shirts, Costa Rica surfing, living with Jeremy, the whole lot of it. My comment may not read in a nice tone but I wholeheartedly say it with love and support.
Meeting you in Belfast that one time at Power of Video was a real highlight for me Ben. Really enjoying your reemergence.
Perfect comment! ❤ Life sucks and then you die. Let’s make the most of it 🎉 Keep creating Ben! Story is king. You did this here
I’m the one who once commented on your tweet, “winds of change”, I’m 45 years, 4 kids and you will make me change my career, yes Ben, I want to get a Van and travel Europe and maybe who knows the world. Thank you for sharing your life, I will need help from your subscribers when I start eventually 😊
Very true! Working THROUGH our challenges (& circumstances) will always reward us with much more than running away or trying to avoid challenges!
Its a blessing you have parents that love you and still support you as you figure it out. ✨☀️
I feel like we’re in the same place, brother. Just yesterday I was having this day… this awakening journey ain’t for the faint of heart. But all we can do is cultivate a sense of grace in the hard moments. Keep showing up for ourselves, especially when the pain teacher is here to visit. Much love
It's good to see you back. Little odd at first seeing back in UK after so long out. Have to say, as someone that lives in Dorset - was that the New Forrest in some of scenes - I swear I've been to some of those spots.
Stop overthinking it we love these little updates keep it coming 👏👏👏
Challenges of life brother, feel you. Also with parents, in my 30s trying to figure it all out. Stay strong.
It's good to see how honestly and realistically you assess your current situation, even that this point was never part of your plan for your life - if you are aware of this, you are already 10 steps further than many other people who are at exactly the same point like you currently are
Scratched the travel vlog itch for me! Liked this little format!
Been following your journey since 2014 or so - many lifetimes lived. I can fully relate being what society calls 'successful' and making space to find the 'real you'. And, having the soft landing of your childhood home is an amazing safety net many don't have the luxury of, and yet can feel embarrassing and humbling.
You've touched on your 'coping mechanisms' and addictions before - I'd love to hear more about what you're facing and how your managing.
Love and light x
Here for all of this. The expression of the inner dialogue of a 30 something year old realizing his full spiritual and creative potential.
You're getting there.
Although easy to say from afar, the journey you are on right now to build the life you feel drawn to is a fascinating and relatable story to document!
That garden 🥹🥹 nature is in full bloom
Getting up and starting again or over is hard, but SO WORTH it!!!
been following your content since the start - keep being you dude!
Same boat man guy, moved states, and ended up back at home working the same job. On a hunt to build myself into someone that can make money the way I want to and to experience freedom in this world. Keep the dream alive - you have got this!
Times r super tough, keep ur chin up, bro.
Really enjoyable watch ben. Alot of balanced wisdom
So much reflection in my path of starting my UA-cam all over again... So much invitation to trust the process!
Love the vlogs again Ben! You've been missed, been following you since 2013. Stay strong and much love, you will get there brother!
Really appreciate you sharing your journey. Finding many similarities with my current life situation and you inspire me a lot to be positive but also work on changing the situation I am in. ❤
I remember when you unboxed that Topo bag 🤯 feels like it was yesterday
Ps The scenery clips at the end with the music is pure Art ✨ you are a creative Genius
You're doing great, brother!
Watching you since 2013-14. Lot has changed
i experienced something similar, manifested a life so quick and exciting tons of money tons of life. then covid hit and humbled my ego and lost that income and that ego and didn't belive in my manifesting abilities anymore. How do you deal with that failure when your identity was "im on the internet and had a cool plan and being a traveler" then accepting a new reailty you need to move back home/get a job for a bit that doesn't fit that cool mold you used to have traveling/taking photos etc.
So many synchronisities in your vlogs... sending love, Ben!
Loving this content, thank you
Love it Ben it’s all coming to you
Whitemoor pond at the end there.
This content is absolute Gold brother!!
A glimpse into your life!!!
The heroes journey is the most relatable and greatest story you could ever share, and while a day in your life while you feel not much is happening for you, we on the other side of the screen live a different daily life so it’s interesting and insightful to see…
those Le Creuset cups get those affiliate links popping bro😍
Just got a cafeteria from them ✨
Proud of you for your courage!
Let go of the feelings of humiliation
You are creating the life you have dreamed of brother, shifting timelines and unfolding for your highest good
Love you
Thank you for shinning your light 💡
These videos are giving me strength because of the vulnerability and strength you show.
Needed this
very wise. the value in what your saying will reach its audience- and compound from there
I would consult an agent regarding opportunities. with someone of your background
Ben I love these videos, they add some peace to my life and help me stay grounded. Thank you
Crazy how things can change on youtube.. I've been doing youtube fulltime for 3 years and i'm not taking anything for granted. I'm trying to set myself up so that if it all goes to nothing, i'll be okay.
We are so conditioned in our lives where we should be. So you back home with your parents. You are so lucky to still have them in your life. This time will pass and you will be moving forward with your amazing life Ben. Life throws us many challenges but it is how you deal with these challenges. Keep strong & don’t over think too much. You have got this💪🙏
You've always been an inspiration to me and happy that vlogs are more consistent. I can only hope that one day I'll have adventurous partner like you one day. Sure, these videos aren't like back in the day but we are constantly evolving. I do miss your old content at times but I am liking this newer era more. I feel like it would be cool to see an entire video 1 hour video of you, Louis, and Jeremy for us longtime fans! 😊
Loved the vlog Ben ^^,
Best of luck to you 😊
(You basically said so yourself but ) You know, trying is usually enough, don't get disheartened.. I mean trying is all we can do...the rest is not up to us :)
We constantly evovle, right? (if it is our goal to become a better version of ourselves anyway)
So it may seem that "you're back at the start" but you aren't really...you've gained more experience/wisdom/tools to navigate life.
If you think of a vertical spiral coil and you start your journey at the bottom of it, it may seem like you're going in circles but you're really moving upwards.
Also, imo humiliation is not bad. We are better humans when we are humble :) take every misfortune as an opportunity to grow :)
This makes me smile
Ben are we ever sure of anything in life? Take the dive and don’t regret but have a plan in mind. Cheers mate.😊
For what it's worth, there are lots of us (I am sure) living lives we didn't plan for, feeling scared, trying to work out finances, life plans, how to dig ourselves out of the holes we have found ourselves in. You make me feel less humiliated about not having figured it all out and I hope that perhaps knowing you are not alone, that there are people who recognise what you're talking about, offers a little comfort to your fears of humiliation too. P.S. Also your courage in trying to figure it out is inspiring and there will be lots of people cheering you on and understanding change takes time.
Your a cool and creative guy ben I'm sure you will figure it out bro
why no tap water?
Ben! Fucking love you bro!!
Hey Ben. I'm currently going through a terribly painful break up, the king that makes life feel colorless, tasteless, hopeless. BUT this video has been so soothing, conforting, reassuring. This vid felt like a reminder that we all struggle sometimes. We all feel various shades of pain and grief. We're all in the same boat. Together. We feel the pain, focus on the good. Focus on growing and learning.
That's just what I needed today and that what your video gave me!
Thanks a ton
You got this, let it crack your heart open, let all those attachments burn away, to reveal who you truly are, the upgrades are in the pain, the healing is in the feeling, ask for support if you need it, it’s powerful to be held and witnessed 🫶🏼
@@benbrown 🙌🏽🫶🏼🌟
you’ve got hundreds of thousands of subscribers. what if you work out a deal with a company that makes or rents camper vans to lend you one for a specific amount of time in exchange for the advertising
Think everyone can relate to the struggle you’re experiencing. Especially through these particularly difficult times.
You appear to have the right mindset and motivation to get yourself back on track keep it up 💪🏻 Only a matter of time before your living van life…😎🚐
I feel like I’ve missed a chapter of your life, that’s led you to be back in the uk. I understand you may not want to share it at this time though. Just know that we will be here to support you when you are!
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Ben, remember to work smart, be kind to people and keep the dream alive 🤗
Been watching for years and the latest vlogs, have I missed why you’re back in the UK? Why did your work end in South Africa? Are you still with Leonie?
used to be one of my favorites
Humiliation … don’t worry mate about what others think … keep pushing on … life is tough … life is real … trust you find your path … take care …
Have you read Secret by Rhonda Byrne, very good book based on positive manifestation
Ben, I don’t know what exactly happened to you lately, but one thing I know… I’ve been watching your vlogs from time to time and the once I like most are the real life vlogs you are doing. When I see the real human being - Ben, keep it up!!! I am going through rough changes last few years and I can imagine what it is for you! It’s hard, some times I feel like it will never be easy, it will never be successful… but it is just “infinite game”… just keep playing/walking/working towards your goals!
Thank you for taking the time to leave this message brother, let the infinite game continue for us and all the future generations to come! I appreciate you, much love bro!
Have you left Cape Town for good now?
Not for good, but at least until I get my business working again.
…when you’re watching a Brit in the UK enjoy a sunnier climate than you 😯🙄
Enjoy it Ben … all those light codes
Happy Jupiter Uranus conjunction ✨⭐️✨
No doubt. I'm in Prague right now and it's freaking cold and wet.
What happened to Pumba the Landy?
Alfdog!
Comment for the algo and thankyou for you.
thumbnail has ep 5 in it when its 6!
Damn well spotted!!
Instead of tap water you could buy a water distiller which removes everything from tap water. Or Glaceu Smart Water is distilled water then has some minerals added back.
Is tap water in the UK not safe to drink?
@@HardcoreEi Municipal water everywhere is treated with chlorine which isnt healthy to consume a disinfectant as well
Municipal water comes from the river Thames and the filtration process cannot remove particles below a certain size so unless the water is distilled it can’t remove toxins such as:
Heavy metals
• Such as mercury, lead, arsenic, and cadmium which when enter the body ‘latch’ on which makes them very difficult to excrete and because they also don’t break down they stay in the body for long periods of time
Medications
• Such as agricultural run-off including antibiotics, hormones, vaccines, pesticides such as glyphosate and atrazine (studies have shown male frogs exposed to atrazine can grow ovaries and bear offspring), and medications excreted by other people
PFAS
• Such as PFOA and PTFE which are also called forever chemicals because they contain very strong bonds which makes them resistant to degradation and can take many years to be excreted from the body
Microplastics
Bacteria and viruses
It is estimated there could be more than 50,000 different chemicals in municipal water, these chemicals can interfere with cellular processes which can lead to disease.
Then it is also treated with fluoride which is a neurotoxin and lowers IQ and synthetic vitamins.
@@HardcoreEi It's great, some of the best in the world. Even if it wasn't, why would Tesco bottled water be any better?
Being positive is good Ben, but the self doubt isn’t going to help you friend. You need to find a way to build a career outside of the internet. Lots of love mate ! Been watching from 2013/14
allow yourself to be human bro!
Did I miss the memo? Why is tap water bad?
How do you go broke, I sense someone wasn’t responsible with their $$$
I explain in the latest vlog, Ep.8 ✌🏼 but yes, I’ve always had a bad relationship with money, according to experts, I subconsciously hate money and can’t get rid of it quick enough because deep down I believe I don’t deserve it, lucky for me, now that I’m aware of this psychological pitfall, I can change it!
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We’ll go splits on a Hymer with you 🤣
Haha! Deal :)
Wait, but aren’t you earning anything from your content here? Over half a million subs should translate into a good enough leverage to earn some cash?
I think I need a manager or someone who can find relevant brands for me to collaborate with! Until then, views are going up which creates a small income, and some merch is on the way! :D
Can't remember the saying accurately, but something like, we make plans, and God laughs?!🫤
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Really enjoyable watch ben. Alot of balanced wisdom