Overcoming Fears with Jono Aspey (my bro!)

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  • Опубліковано 19 вер 2024
  • My bro, Jono, used to be so afraid of public speaking he had a panic attack during a karaoke night. His anxiety was high and he decided to do something about it. He started practicing mindfulness and in this vid he shares his tips with us and how it's changed his life!

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  • @brendaaspey3522
    @brendaaspey3522 7 років тому +37

    Both kind
    Both generous
    Both inspiring
    Both compassionate
    One happy mum here ❤️

    • @jillt.3195
      @jillt.3195 7 років тому +6

      You have raised some very special human beings here!

    • @brendaaspey3522
      @brendaaspey3522 7 років тому +2

      Jill K. Tinsley Thanks so much Jill 🙂

    • @XxXGoBastionsGoXxX
      @XxXGoBastionsGoXxX 7 років тому +1

      Two inspirations. Thank you for raising two wonderful human beings!

    • @brendaaspey3522
      @brendaaspey3522 7 років тому +1

      Jowel_Paya24 Thanks so much for your kind words. I'm a very lucky mum to have two awesome boys 😊

  • @benjaminrobinson7203
    @benjaminrobinson7203 7 років тому +100

    It's like I'm seeing double

  • @ashlihollander4530
    @ashlihollander4530 7 років тому +22

    I'm a vegan with social anxiety. Perfect video 👍🏻

    • @dirtynipples26
      @dirtynipples26 7 років тому

      those dog filters are so gay and annoying. you have a nice face just let it be, sugartits. white is right.

    • @ashlihollander4530
      @ashlihollander4530 7 років тому +2

      moohamheadpissbeuponhim I happen to love the dog filter so 🐶

    • @maja6206
      @maja6206 7 років тому

      Ashli Hollander Same here :)

  • @nilharma
    @nilharma 7 років тому +22

    Jono, you seem like an aweome, kind, intelligent and chill person. And definitely not hard to look at too ;) start up your own youtube channel right now please, you obviously have good stories to tell that can help others.

  • @fruitascension5089
    @fruitascension5089 7 років тому +21

    😮 He's so much like you! Yet different! Beautiful brothers! I love his hair! What a great topic! Much needed and appreciated. 💗

  • @CookingwithKarma
    @CookingwithKarma 7 років тому +11

    I love that you both have the same laugh. Seriously though, you both have such a beautiful, kind and compassionate nature. Jono is really interesting to listen to. I could totally relate to mc thing and public speaking. I will definitely look more into mindfulness. I hope that you make more videos together when time permits. So is there an older brother that's single? lol ;) x

  • @earlstandard1485
    @earlstandard1485 7 років тому +17

    It sounds like you are speaking about hypersensitivity to ones environment. For me to even write this comment my mind is going into hyper-drive and my physical response unconsciously is to sweat. Great chat as it reminds me of my own moments of being overwhelmed by my own thoughts.

  • @dawnofthevegans3049
    @dawnofthevegans3049 7 років тому +4

    Oh my goodness - the two of you together!!! Double the amount of genuine warmth, inspiration, etc. Awesome! xo

  • @cotythompson8814
    @cotythompson8814 7 років тому +10

    Your brother is awesome! Thank you for sharing him with us❤️

  • @TheDENIMANCI
    @TheDENIMANCI 7 років тому +18

    Wow!!! Twins!! 😍

  • @Dynan117
    @Dynan117 7 років тому +2

    You both have the same laugh, so funny! I can totally relate with what Jono is saying. I am in recovery from Agoraphobia. At my worst I was housebound. I am now vegan and doing the Earthlings Experience for the animals - of this, I am most proud. Animals rights has helped me so much. I am now going to get in to meditation due to James' video. Defo going to try to be more mindful too. Well done Jono - getting up on that stage was epic!!!

  • @nda7154
    @nda7154 7 років тому +13

    Aww you guys are awesome together :D

    • @felimekj
      @felimekj 7 років тому +1

      and so nice to look at :D

  • @boahsarah4929
    @boahsarah4929 7 років тому +50

    damn is he single ? *.*

    • @IIReAlOaDII
      @IIReAlOaDII 7 років тому +11

      sarah someone I am...

  • @donaldguilloz154
    @donaldguilloz154 7 років тому +2

    You're just made my favorite UA-cam channel even better!
    Its great to see brothers so aware and so awake and able to share each other's victories!
    Y'all made me smile Thanks

  • @byFraze
    @byFraze 7 років тому +5

    Such an amazing person, both of you. James, you are my #1 inspiration in life. Love life and stay humble. Also I keep working on my anxiety, hopefully Ill be able to defeat it like your brother have. Nice hearing from your brother

  • @Parisugar32
    @Parisugar32 7 років тому +2

    You guys are definitely brothers! Nothing like siblings even if time or distance separates you!!! Great smiles!!

  • @vickilong4887
    @vickilong4887 7 років тому +5

    totally hear this.. keep shinning guys you both speak your truths so well...

  • @jodiej243
    @jodiej243 7 років тому +4

    This was so awesome!! I think I smiled the entire time lol!! You two made my night! Thank you James for sharing your brother Jono with us, your fans. Now we're his fans too ;) xoxo

  • @sarahhalfpenny496
    @sarahhalfpenny496 7 років тому +3

    Hi James and Jono. It's great to meet you both. xx

  • @miltonfriedman9018
    @miltonfriedman9018 7 років тому +4

    Eckhart Tolle is a great teacher of this.
    Alan Watts is interesting in follow up.

  • @stephss
    @stephss 7 років тому +2

    The Aspey bros...the two best smiles. Glad you have eachother to support, and share with. Now, you sharing his open mic has more context; and that is a huge accomplishment to forever memorialize. Great vid... your one take videos are really honest...and I appreciate it.

  • @melissadavis4981
    @melissadavis4981 7 років тому +1

    I think it's great that James can really set an example for his brother in overcoming anxiety and doing public speaking, etc. that's very interesting to see two brothers so similar be so different too. Awesome video as always

  • @kaitlinh7449
    @kaitlinh7449 7 років тому +2

    More videos with your brother! Awesome he overcame his fear. I would like to see his journey of what else he overcomes.. a lot of people are going through the same thing I think it would help them and help others understand people going through those fears

  • @mpsxyvamp
    @mpsxyvamp 7 років тому +20

    wow! 😍 can ya'll do more videos together? 🤗

  • @mistyjohns4960
    @mistyjohns4960 7 років тому +1

    Good video...thank you for sharing your story Jono! I love the way you laugh...both of you...adorable!

  • @annaknight7973
    @annaknight7973 6 років тому +1

    your smiles just made me smile involuntarily the whole way through!

  • @DrLisaBarca
    @DrLisaBarca 7 років тому +4

    This is a very attractive and self-aware family.

  • @Thewoodlandnest
    @Thewoodlandnest 7 років тому +2

    This was so helpful! Instantly saved to my favourites and will share to anyone I know who needs this. Thanks bro x

  • @mayaimani7470
    @mayaimani7470 7 років тому

    Anxiety is so much more prevalent than people like to realize. I love the way you approach common issues and spread messages of positivity. I've been practicing meditation to deal with my crippling anxiety. It's like i can think logically at first but can't help feeling overwhelmed by seemingly irrational emotions and it just gets worse from there. Thanks so much for this video!

  • @onlyethical
    @onlyethical 7 років тому +3

    you're both amazing!! and both incredibly intelligent :) THANK YOU for helping us become stronger errrryday xxx

  • @eternalsunshine2458
    @eternalsunshine2458 7 років тому +1

    Information is so powerful. Thanks for being brave enough to share it. You're both awesome people. Love and peace.💖💖💖

  • @FamilyFreedom
    @FamilyFreedom 7 років тому +3

    Big love to you both :)

  • @Izzysadventureshow
    @Izzysadventureshow 7 років тому +1

    Yes Jono!!! you da man!! :) all over this! Love yas xxxx

  • @jimchorley
    @jimchorley 7 років тому +1

    What a fantastic success! Well done you for getting up and reading your poems...you are an inspiration!! Keep on keeping on brother...This time next year you'll be delivering them with meaning and enthusiasm....
    Thanks for sharing your story and your advice 👍🏽

  • @jessicalee3815
    @jessicalee3815 7 років тому +1

    So enlightening! Thanks for sharing Jono! It's epic to hear from someone who knows the struggle of anxiety and is making positive steps to over coming it. Gave me hope, for sure. Congrats on your spoken word sesh!

  • @danymclarke
    @danymclarke 7 років тому +1

    This is so good! Thank you for breaking it down... Its something I have been working on but I am such a newbie. Love the part about talking slower , listening more and not having judgments on others or ourselves. Great video guys!!!

  • @felimekj
    @felimekj 7 років тому +2

    Very cool! There are a lot of people out there that need to hear that there are ways to ease anxiety and panic attacks. Good talk. Wow you two look a like, especially your smile and the way you both laugh. Adorable! You are both very attractive young men, that is for certain! : D

  • @sammyjean20
    @sammyjean20 7 років тому +1

    is it possible to be in love with 2 people at the same time? 😍😍😍 loved this vid! you two are both adorable and well done jono on facing your fears! even you talking about having to sing at karaoke or speak in front of people started giving me anxiety, its good to see people overcome it! will definitely look into this mindfulness thing

  • @transformyourlife.2334
    @transformyourlife.2334 7 років тому

    Nuff respect Jono not only for doing the poetry but for taking part in this video and sharing of yourself especially when anxiety is an issue. Honestly you did not appear anxious at all but really in control of yourself and open about who you are and I know that will help a lot of people who struggle with anxiety becuase I think one the greatest fears people have about anxiety is they fear that other people can see through you and know how you are feeling which they cant and that was evident here..... I hope you have your own UA-cam channel and can share ideas about mindfulness and also spread your poetry which I reckon is problably very deep and spiritual. Man hugs my friend. Tony T.

  • @Beck.H1981
    @Beck.H1981 7 років тому +7

    I have the worst anxiety, so bad to the point I get into paralysing panic attacks where I honestly think I'm about to die. Arghh this video was so good, I've never really heard of mindfulness, Jono is there any literature you'd recommend reading that has helped you with your anxiety? My main anxiety attacks happen whilst in a car, I dont do road trips much and never go on hilly roads, stems from a past trauma and massive social anxiety. Anyway, would love to read up on what you've learnt, any suggestions I'd be forever grateful 🙏🏼 nice to hear your story, thank you for sharing! You two are awesome 😊✌🏼

    • @Beck.H1981
      @Beck.H1981 7 років тому +2

      Jono Aspey thank you! If it's easier to message me via Facebook feel free- you'll find me under Beck O'Brien 😊

    • @babychicks3244
      @babychicks3244 7 років тому +2

      I know that finding a therapist that specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and panic attacks can help a lot. Just make sure they are experts at CBT. In my opinion it's not that helpful to ruminate and go over and over a past traumatic event like you might do with some therapists. There are some good books using CBT approach. Doing little baby step experiments in public can help too. Like just say hi to 50 people you are passing on the street until your anxiety about it is gone. Etc.

    • @dfoxe974
      @dfoxe974 7 років тому

      Jono Aspey hey, could you send me them too?

  • @unlockyoursoulmemory4199
    @unlockyoursoulmemory4199 7 років тому +2

    Thank you for your wonderful video, I think it is a very important issue you are talking about... I should try mindfullness more often, the hard thing is to adapt it to daily life. Very often our fears are old emotions, which are stuck in the nervous system and sometimes deep breathing and body sensations help me to ground myself more, but the dilemma is when there are serious stories behind it, it takes such a long time to feel home in your body

  • @FullMetalcoreJojo
    @FullMetalcoreJojo 7 років тому

    the snow ball effect is the best way to describe the anxiety (especially in social situations) I feel and it seems the more you try "combating" it, the stronger it grows?
    although sometimes it's like a second more assertive and non-emotionally wavered me emerges and helps take the reins a little. it's debilitating at times.
    something as little as going the shops for a few things is an emotionally overwhelming experience. it in a way feels like I'm taking on other peoples emotions, like a never ending influx of emotion, once or twice brought me to tears but I'm trying to use as Jono said where you stop yourself and think rationally for a second... ☺ Thank you for sharing ❤ Namaste 🌱

    • @FullMetalcoreJojo
      @FullMetalcoreJojo 7 років тому

      This whole comment was a car crash from start to finish... welp it embodies my anxious restless state perfectly.

  • @julesmbc
    @julesmbc 7 років тому

    Great video, and advice! I've had such severe anxiety, that it's become agoraphobia. Definitely practicing mindfulness, staying in the moment, and making sure that the subconscious mind doesn't have a chance to wedge those irrational, auto pilot fears, into a totally safe/normal situation; has been key. It's frustrating as hell, and a vicious cycle. It can be overcome! One of my keys, was watching my negative self talk, that I didn't even realize I was doing until a few years ago. Also, realizing that people are generally more concerned about themselves, than noticing I'm feeling* uncomfortable or embarassed by feeling anxious, has been really helpful, too :) Blessings, thank you for sharing your story, I'm glad your doing well!

  • @llifeofllauren
    @llifeofllauren 7 років тому

    Jono is actually the cutest! What an inspiring story.

  • @myhappylife56
    @myhappylife56 7 років тому

    Mindfulness is a great help for Anxiety. Great inspo

  • @michaelphoenix838
    @michaelphoenix838 7 років тому +1

    Killed it Jono!

  • @sisukaslife
    @sisukaslife 7 років тому +3

    Good one Bros (literally)

  • @Serendipity-gj2me
    @Serendipity-gj2me 7 років тому +2

    You should make more videos together. You're both awesome.

  • @sarahradcliffe3299
    @sarahradcliffe3299 7 років тому +3

    there's more of you? this is too good to be true

  • @Zixxiee
    @Zixxiee 7 років тому +31

    It's so funny cause the voice is as similar as the face and it almost looks like a skit😂😂😂

  • @beepboop1748
    @beepboop1748 7 років тому +33

    Are you guys brothers? I can't tell

  • @cambellpurvis7336
    @cambellpurvis7336 6 років тому

    You guys are so real, totally inspiring. Two world changes how Awesome, Jono reminds me heaps of Tim Minchin for some reason

  • @v4vegan838
    @v4vegan838 7 років тому

    Hi there. Great video. After a health scare followed by a small op about 3 years ago, I found myself suffering from anxiety and was surprised how you could experience actual physical symptoms through it. Thankfully as time went on I calmed down again although it still happens occasionally...You guys are like two peas in a pod!... Have a great day...Freda

  • @carlacolour1
    @carlacolour1 7 років тому +1

    Thanks so much for sharing your experience. It's so helpful to know that I'm not alone. We all have our demons. Highly recommend the read: 'Mindfulness: A practical guide to finding peace in a frantic world' By Dr Danny Penman.
    I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. Luckily I haven't had a panic attack in just over a year now. I did a 12 week therapy course. I practise Yoga 30 minutes every morning and meditate for a minimum of 10 minutes a day. It helps SO MUCH. My panic was happening out of irrational fear and I would breathe really fast, short breaths, I couldn't stop crying because I felt overwhelmed, my body started to shake and I felt like I was losing my mind and had no control. My stomach and chest felt tight and tense and ached so much. I felt trapped and suffocated (irrational feeling). Meditation and Mindfulness helped and still helps me SO much to control the breath and therefore control the anxiety and panic. Another thing that helped me very much was affirmations. When I was having panic my thoughts felt chaotic. It felt like there were hundreds of people screaming in my head and my ears would ring. If you say kind words to yourself daily it helps replace the negative words for positive ones.

  • @simonwest9622
    @simonwest9622 7 років тому

    You guys are amazing! Good video and good content mate :)

  • @shivashakti4261
    @shivashakti4261 6 років тому +1

    so sweet

  • @jarcau_vegan
    @jarcau_vegan 7 років тому

    If you tube, don't drive!
    Thank you for sharing, Jono. You guys are like 💧💧.

  • @Johny40Se7en
    @Johny40Se7en 7 років тому +1

    Wicked stories, humble must be in your genes =P

  • @poplife279
    @poplife279 7 років тому

    Thank you for this.

  • @corinnakoblar1674
    @corinnakoblar1674 7 років тому

    Great topic
    you two are amazing :)

  • @KrisTheFlowerBasket
    @KrisTheFlowerBasket 7 років тому

    I love your voice so much!

  • @lvl-up3951
    @lvl-up3951 7 років тому +4

    Double trouble, uh oh!

  • @fae137
    @fae137 7 років тому +2

    ♡♡♡♡♡

  • @makohowls4978
    @makohowls4978 7 років тому +2

    #twinning

  • @misssarahjane1982
    @misssarahjane1982 7 років тому

    awesome vid :)

  • @Linda.E
    @Linda.E 7 років тому

    Love you guys !

  • @yeseniamorales3289
    @yeseniamorales3289 7 років тому +2

    😍

  • @xsandeex
    @xsandeex 7 років тому +2

    omg there's another james aspey? what else do we want people ? xP ♥♥ beautiful humans

  • @pierce.the.sketch
    @pierce.the.sketch 7 років тому +1

    Damn they're both so handsome.

  • @Silo8924
    @Silo8924 7 років тому +10

    you both laugh alike

  • @macombus269
    @macombus269 7 років тому +2

    Very nice! Good message man! Is he also vegan? Missed the point where he says so

    • @macombus269
      @macombus269 7 років тому +2

      Jono Aspey awesome! Good stuff pal, the way to go

  • @JustMisFitz
    @JustMisFitz 7 років тому

    🙏❤️

  • @xerxes5785
    @xerxes5785 5 років тому +1

    James: “ Just Imagine, I Have Brother, He Lives a Really Good Life, I Let Him Free Range All Day Long, But One Night...”
    Me: Is that Who he was talking about !?

  • @theodosiapagan5239
    @theodosiapagan5239 7 років тому +4

    U guys look like twins

  • @imbricecubes5108
    @imbricecubes5108 6 років тому

    Was anyone else watching James drive in the reflection of his sunglasses while listening

  • @NewlyAwakened
    @NewlyAwakened 6 років тому +1

    Your brother looks like my brother Steve Olson (the younger professional skater).

  • @WeAreBullets
    @WeAreBullets 7 років тому

    Hey James have you heard of Jeff Foster? hes got a really interesting story and perspective. he talks about non-duality and presence in the moment too.

  • @sarahnicole45
    @sarahnicole45 7 років тому +1

    Your faces are the actual, irl version of Copy and Paste.

  • @jenlovesthisstuff
    @jenlovesthisstuff 7 років тому

    Hectic :-)

  • @VoidOctopus
    @VoidOctopus 7 років тому +2

    *sniffle* I NEEED A NUURSE

  • @IIReAlOaDII
    @IIReAlOaDII 7 років тому +5

    Which is the real James Aspey? Lol

  • @joseph233382
    @joseph233382 7 років тому

    Hi James brother. What are your thoughts on the coming A.I take over the powers that shouldn't be are messing with and its connection to 5G and the smart grid

  • @muffen2118
    @muffen2118 7 років тому +36

    Go vegan

  • @burntherest9118
    @burntherest9118 7 років тому +3

    I wish my sister would go vegan. 😢

  • @river_snow
    @river_snow 7 років тому

    Didnt know who was who in the thumbnail lol. Besides the obvious longer hair on yur bruvuh

  • @veggiequeen9897
    @veggiequeen9897 7 років тому

    You should also grow your hair.

  • @loushulgin-smythe940
    @loushulgin-smythe940 7 років тому

    wait up, you forgot the binaural head in the middle of the screen :P

  • @candyazz28
    @candyazz28 7 років тому

    Wait are you a twin? If not then are you a first born? I'm a first born, and not a twin.

    • @ShyGirl20012
      @ShyGirl20012 7 років тому +4

      he said that's his little bro

  • @normanperadilla584
    @normanperadilla584 7 років тому +3

    why are u wearing a wig bro?