How Dragon Ball Z SAVED MY LIFE
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- Опубліковано 23 бер 2024
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How Dragon Ball Z SAVED MY LIFE.
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Quinn talks about how he bought cars because of DB, and Danny talks about how he's a home owner of DB, it changes people's on different ways
Home owner because of DB*
He also paid off his house because of DB which is pretty profound
Fellow Christian brother here! Loved that you opened up. Such a heart felt story. I love your content, it's very relaxing and honestly a stress reliever for me personally. Keep up the amazing work!
That last bit about your Christian faith and forgiveness had me bro. It resonated with me, as a Christian as well
Same here
SAME!
when i was 17 i decided to end my life, and one of the last things I wanted to do was rewatch dragon ball from start to finish. by the time I got to the end I had found another way. Peace to you!
It's so amazing how much dragon ball has done for so many different people on this planet. Even if you don't watch the show or even like dragon ball, everyone born after 1980 knows the name "Goku", and many people from before that era too. All the people who it has touched, we can always go back no matter what state the franchise is in and find something to enjoy and connect with each other about. Akira Toryiama has created an entire culture and I think that is beautiful. Dragon Ball has saved my life too. In many, many ways.
Almost had me in tears bro. We've had a very similar upbringing and I KNOW how difficult it is, and how IMPORTANT escapes can be like dragon ball...
I'm going to have to show up to more of your livestream Mike because you're one hell of a content creator.
Dude going through all that and still not resorting to violence against the ppl doing it to you take a lot of strength, I can’t say all I did was throw or break something, you didn’t resort to violence, tried you hardest, that’s good.
Facts
No
Me growing with a disability and my parents being divorced since I was 3 or so and Dragon Ball and gaming being my escapism from reality I can 100% relate. Be save brother I appreciate this type of content, it show’s that instead of fighting about what divides us we should stand by each other with what unites us.
DBZ introduced me into the genre. I was so close to visiting Japan one point myself. I had experience with modeling and in late 2015 I was in contact with Capcom about the facial likeness role of Leon for the Resident Evil 2 Remake. I failed to mention I also have a voice acting background, in the end I lost the part and I can't forgive myself for wasting such an opportunity to visit the place that inspired artists like Toriyama San. R.I.P.
11:30 This part hits close to home for me.
I never really thought much on it on where the other kids came from... but that makes perfect sense now. Those daily fights and having to stick up for yourself.
Listened to this going to work today and couldn't help but pull over for a few seconds to think about how brave this video really is, I have a shockingly similar background and this show helped and continues to help me get through struggles. I appreciate you and pray things work out for you and all of your goals and the things you didn't bring up. Keep up the great work and keep moving forward man
This is a deep topic. I haven't watched through everything yet but I can honestly say that it saved my life too. I'm glad you're still here ❤️
Bro, dragon Ball has changed my life many times over and I've watched it a different points of my life and gained a new perspective watching it every time. I'm thankful that there are creators like you putting out content on dragon Ball. And without you and a few others, I may not be here today. 🙏🙌🙏🙌🙏🙌🙏🙌
Im glad you felt safe and loved and knew you could be vulnerable with us
My utmost respect to you for sharing your personal background, it‘s highly appreciated. Your videos are always a treat and if anything only more, now that we learned more about you as a person. Thank you for sharing and your years of providing us with quality content.
The first ten minutes of this, sound scarily like what _I_ went through. Suffice it to say, I learned a LOT of dangerous things, just to get by back then. I know better than most, how dangerous it is. The tremors, I especially understand. Because my nerves were SHOT from the constant conflict and stress, for YEARS. I basically had nervous tics that took FOREVER to get rid of.
It's hard, making it through the ass end of that kind of thing, and getting thrown into the thick of something else afterwards- without wanting to be the worst version of yourself, and _use_ what you learned. It's dark, depressing, SERIOUSLY ALARMING, and worst of all, completely unavoidable. It puts a darkness in you.
...so I'm glad something lighthearted got you out of that. I leaned into it, but that isn't for everyone. Or almost anyone, even.
This was amazing… keep going bro, I really enjoy your videos.
Same man,same...Dragon Ball gave me so much inspiration,motivation,hope and the will to push myself and to never give up...even though I was suffring from depression and having a hard time ever since being forced to go with my family into a different country because if a war in my country...and having gone to the different country's school wasn't easy since the people born there could do whatever they want with others from the other countries,but the ones from the other countries weren't basically allowed to defend themselves,because if they did...it'd always be seen as if they started it all and then be deported...no matter if you were a legal immigrant or not...we were legal because we had everything needed to leave our country during the war...anyhow I've watched DragonBall ever since I was 4 and the episode that played the 1st time I'd watched,was the Gohan's training with Piccolo...and him going on an adventure...also I was kinda lucky to have gotten a broken PS2 from my cousin later for my birthday to play the DBZ games he didn't want...and having known Dragon Ball for that long just stuck with me and still IS a major part of me,since it built me up when noone could...
Either way,wish you the best,hope you all have a wonderful day✌️
I feel you grew up in Mexico with a single mom always working. Me as the oldest I had to help my mom with my little siblings. I was cooking full meals by 9 years old and taking take of 2 little kids that were always trying to killed each other lol and the best part of my day was sitting in front of the TV to watch DBZ at 5pm in canal 5. I know there's better animes out there but DB was soo important to me growing up. DB will always have a special part in my heart.
PLEASE make a video about your relationship with the Lord Mike! You have a great testimony waiting to be heard.
Love the content !!
A well deserved "heart". Sincere & Honest.
-> Unlike all of those para-social-ites who "think" they love "the guy" they had not met or know who he is when the camera is off & the edits on post-production do not save.
I have not been following you until last year or maybe 2 years back. I just subscribed today. This was the video that did it. I am a Nintendo fan, Christian, have a son with ADHD that loves Earthbound and Geometry dash, heavy metal we've but heads alot in the last 2 years. In any case whatever made me watch this video got me to subscribe. This was especially for 3 reasons. 1. Danny (Geekdom) featured you multiple times. 2. Your content/reviews and explanations of concepts from Toriyama's pov. And 3. I'm an aspiring youtuber with a concept, idea and no direction. I am also sure that you'll see this short story. Lol
I feel bad for you man. I was born with a genetic mutation that rendered me disabled when I reached my teens. It was brutally difficult having to see my current relationship at the time, just fade away slowly, as I could barely walk; and was stuck essentially just bound to a chair.
Chronic Erythromelalgia, the Primary variant of it. I was basically just being tested on, to see if there was really any way to combat it, and because of this, I’ve been put on enough medications that could make a dealer blush. I’m currently in my 20s, and I’m slowly just learning to cope with it.
This video hits kind close to home with me, as DB was essentially the only thing that kept me going too. I already know dealing with depression and anxiety is hard to deal with man.
If it makes you feel any better, I’m one of those viewers who listens in the background while I’m doing stuff, so that means I let the video play out *ALL* the way! 😂
I’m glad you’re still here, as you’ve helped me in more ways than one. 💜
I find it interesting that the other kids, even your teachers would get disgruntled whenever you would express your brilliance, because I feel like a lot of people, especially on the internet still behave that way to this day.
We're all happy to have you here with us and enhancing people's understanding of Dragon Ball! We love ya Mike!
I'm glad that you're still here. I didn't have a similar upbringing but I had a similar moment. I thank God for everything he's done, and I do include DB being brought into my life as part of that. I'm glad it has helped you too
Bloddly hell bro, bit heavy this video like 😅 best of luck on the channel and in life mate, i found the hard times as a kid made my personal growth even sweeter
Praise God, keep you eyes on the Lord, good things will happen. Been watching you for a while and this video reall let us know more about you. Thanks for sharing
I have been watching for almost 10 years. Ever since I was in early high school. I grew up watching your content not only on this channel but Laughing Stock Cinema and I’ve always been interested in your takes on certain things. And what I really appreciated was that you weren’t blinded by the hype when Super was coming out and was being critical about it and telling as it is. And more recently, I’ve been watching your livestreams whenever I can and I really like listening to what you have to say.
Thank you
Congratulations! It took a lot of courage to tell us about your back story and you did a very good job. I was diagnosed with depression when I was in high-school and I can understand how tough was your life.
Have a nice day!
Thank you for this video Mike I really do appreciate it. When you said that you just wanna help people that hit me because so do I. Trying to make a positive impact on other's lives isn't as important anymore on the internet. It's a bout drama and trends. My mom died last year that pushed me to Jesus more. If he's taking care of her why not give him the praise. I also quit my job last August after working there for 10 years. I hated it and it was a endless cycle of bad labor practices and tyranny to be honest. I've felt so much better since then and found some peace and I've been going to the gym for over a month now. Take care man and I hope you can reach each goal you set.
Man Mike this is a tough video it's incredible how Dragon ball changed your life and how your created a friendly and non toxic db community (which is very rare) love the heart to heart videos because honestly the way you analyse dbz using Toriyama's canon is beautiful and something other people take creative liberty with making something that is no longer dragon ball I just wanted to Thank you Mike because you gave me an entirely new perspective of the series
Damn... we had damn near the exact same childhood 😅
Multiplication/division in 1st grade, reading at a high school level by 3rd grade despite constant domestic abuse at home, depression by 8yo, constant fights at school, living with grandma/uncle from 10-14yo, school is indoctrination, work is the same.
I got kicked out at 18 because I didn't go to college...
An undermotivated person who's secretly an overachiever. I was ashamed of being smarter than my peers, I felt guilty and wanted to be "normal" so badly.
"Take the pain and turn it into power," I used to think to myself, as I tried not to cry on the walk through my elementary school doors.
I'm a good person because the DB franchise inspired me. Goku didn't let his origin ruin him, he forgave everyone, he never took much too seriously. I'm 28 now, and I still try to be "pure of heart."
I'm proud of you, Mike. You overcame.
And I'm proud myself for the same.
Amazing work as always! DB changed my life for the better ever since i watched the first episode of the og series on tv when i was 9.
Thanks my dude for all the content. Had a similar childhood and know the impact it can have on you. Stay strong and all the best
Faith on, bro! I'm glad that you're continuing on in life despite all that you've faced and are still facing! Your sharing encourages me, a Christian for almost 20 years who also has a disability. I have enjoyed your DB contents for years. Keep fighting bro!
As someone who watched you in around 2015 almost everyday then dropped off until recently when you rebooted your channel I want to say you are welcome and I'm glad you are making videos again. Watching this video reminded me of alot that happened in my life in the past couple of years. In 2018 I graduated college and at the time I wanted to work in IT. I worked in IT for about a year and I was laid off and my whole world felt like it was crumbling down. I was in my mid 20s and I had to move back in with my mom and work at grocery store because I couldn't find another IT job. I was humiliated and depressed. In early 2020 I joined the US Army because I was unhappy with the person I was and I wanted to change and I knew the army would force me to change. Both my grandfathers fought in ww2 in the yugoslav army so it seemed natural I would join anyway and I wanted to feel like I have done something with my life. I became a CBRN specialist MOS 74D and I made the rank of sergeant. I also had two deployments to the middles east. I went to a non combat deployment to kuwait and then I had a combat deployment to Iraq. Kuwait was just boring most of my days was just working a 0630- 1700 doing busy work. Iraq was a nightmare, I can't go into details but we got attacked damn near everyday for a few months at one point. Most of the time it wasn't to bad but it got scary at times. I will say I am grateful I never had to take another human being's life even though I've been thrusted into situations where I might have had to. I am about to leave active duty army and go back to the civilian world while continuing to serve in the Reserves. I am proud of my accomplishments and I learned a lot. In these past four years it felt like everything about my old life is drifting away. My family members are getting older and some of my old friends ive lost contact with. That ate away at me, there was a time where I would see old pictures of myself when I was younger and it would feel like I was looking at a stranger. Seeing my parents grow older and look more and more like senior citizens added to that. Watching your videos again is sort of helping me connect to how my old life was. Reconnecting to some of my older friends helped alot, To pick up where I left off and to move forward. I learned many things in the past 4 years. But the most valuable thing I learned was this. No matter how dark things may seem always move forward. There is always light at the end of the tunnel.
Love your content Mike 😊😊😊❤❤❤
This is a pretty powerful video. I honestly didn't expect it to be this great. God bless you!
It's not easy to deal with stuff like that during our childhoods. But you seem a bit more relaxed and at ease now of days. You're doing good and I hope life still continues to treat you well man.
Same here every day I am in a fight and people treat me like a outcast
The 'know it all' phenomenon... Sorry to hear that Mike. Glad you made it out and made something of yourself
I appreciate this. Truly.
Hi Mike!
I work for the school system and the way some places treat kids with behavior issues is disgusting. One of the schools I interned at had a room they would send kids to that is just like you described where it was almost like solitary confinement - basically 4 walls and just a small window on the front wall. Thankfully they ended up getting rid of that room by the time I actually started working, but I’m sure those places are still out there. I’m sorry you had to go through that. So many adults see children as their actions, when their actions are just a function of what they’re experiencing at home.
I can relate to much of what you said. Good thing you didn't tried to "finish it". At 17 I nearly did it. Then I understood I had a problem. Back then no one here talked about bullying and depression isn't still fully understood by the majority. The fact I never got involved with drugs and that I'm too stubborn might have saved me. Man, you overcame things many people died trying or didn't had the strength to try. You turned the hell you life was into something worthy of (self) respect! You don't need to succeed in any career or have a great channel. You got more challenges in life than an average person have and in one way or another you dealt with it. We often have something that takes us out of the hole DB you your case, music in mine, but we are doing the lifting. These things are important, vital, they are something we can grab to climb out. But won't work if we don't pull ourselves out. God keep you on your journey. Never forget Him.
You make the best DB content on youtube and you're one of my favorite personalities. This was a truly touching video and I admire your courage for being so candid. So refreshing. Thank you.
This video really blessed me to watch! I am a long time DBZ fan, and I watched your videos heavily when I was around 11-13 y/o. You've always been one of my favorite DBZ tubers! Now I'm 21 and revisiting your channel consistently over the past month or so. It has been so good to see you still going strong and uploading such quality content all these years later. I really resonated with the last bit about your faith. It made me that much more connected to you and want to continue to watch even more, as a fellow believer in Christ. It was funny because I literally told God as I was watching you tell your testimony, "Lord, I hope he is able to find you," and you mentioned it at the end!! That was such a joyful surprise to me, and I'm thankful to Him for helping you get through your challenges. You are such an intelligent, likeable, kindspirited, and entertaining person from the capacity I've been familiar with you online, and I pray that God continue to keep you and guide you on your journey. Continue to keep Him first in your life and you'll continue to see growth like never before. I pray that He show you his face like never before at this stage in your life, and am looking forward to seeing how he uses you mightily in this community!!🙏🏾
sweet video loved it. I love when you analyze the stuff your passionate about bro.
In 2020, I tried to take my own life bc I was in such a dark place. Luckily I did not succeed. And watching Goku always wanting to better himself with such a positive and pure attitude and change the ones around him, made me want to change and grow. Dragon Ball has saved my life as well and there’s never been another story that has impacted my life and spoken to my soul so clearly.
Great transparency bruh this was awesome #therapeutic
Thank you, Mike, for sharing your story on a personal level. You overcame many trials and from what I see in your videos, it seems life has rewarded you in other ways. I hope life continues to treats you better over time.
You can upload stuff that segways from dbz to other stuff or reference it. I see few people say your the DBZ Cell guy haha but idk I would like to see more stuff from u.
Ideas 💡 Deus ex lore, crisis lore, other anime, technology advancements, and etc.
I have a lot more variety coming to the channel this year.
You talk about how DB was great escapism for you. There's a great quote from J.R.R Tolkien that goes something like this. "If a man is imprisoned, can you scorn him for wanting to get out? And if he cannot escape, should all he talks about be walls and jailers? And just because he is imprisoned, it does not make the world outside him any less real."
It’s so inspiring you shared this Mike! We appreciate you and understand your experiences. 😊
Man as a christian leaning into a bit of agnosticism I always tell people that I rather be a good and empathetic person, than a good christian because if you are a good person you will act according to Jesus’s teachings. Also I always tell my friends that don’t let religion control your life but if it gives you peace and if it gives you hope go for it. I have people in my life that were on a very destructive path in their lives and religion and God gave purpose to their lives and are healthy people now. So yeah even if I disagree with some people view of christianity, even if I my self don’t believe everything in the scriptures, I will be grateful for those people whose lives are better now. And you Mike, you keep doing your thing, you are a good dude.
You have a healthy perspective on life. I think this video will help people who are in a dark place. I think your content is great and it’s cool to hang out on livestreams and videos
I'm glad you feel comfortable enough to open up about yourself. It sucks you had to grow up like that and brave of you to let it all out, you're incredibly admirable for the sheer determination it takes to keep pushing when life seems at its lowest. In all honesty you've got me rethinking some of my current decisions in life. With that said you're a fine example of what everyone should strive to be like. I've seen too many people prone to just giving up or just caring about themselves undermining others in the process (mainly at work). You're one awesome guy, glad I watch you.
Pardon my crudeness it’s who I am you have balls Mike, and a big heart to put yourself out here and tell your truths to many people. You’re a kind and good soul to this existence. Much respect I salute you.
This resonates with me on different levels. Anime in general is an escape for me to this day. You’re not alone in that. Much love ❤
Based Mike. Never stop uploading brother
I'm happy that you made it all this far through life. All those terrible things you went through were extremely rough and mentally painful.. It's someone like you with a strong sense of passion and heart that can make it through. Just know you're loved and cared for. Your feelings and emotions matter, and you're important just like everyone else is. Please continue to stay passionate! You're good guy. ✨✨
Had an upbringing comparable to yours, not the same but still quite the struggle, for me doing ok or normal is seen as a massive win already, being normal with a bad start is almost a statistical anomaly so be happy about yourself, you are a well spoken person who clearly has mental capacities and emotional intelligence which is kinda what i like about your content, the 2000nd video of dragon ball speculating about something isn't gonna surprise me much, however when it's night and i need some calm mildly mentally engaging content i just watch your videos to relax, i was massively surprised a while ago when i realized that you didn't stop uploading but any trace of your channel was wiped from my feed for a long while , absolutely bizzarre
Thanks for sharing this man! You inspire me to keep striving toward my goals in spite of adversity. When times get hard, I will always go back to watch this video
Damn, we had it way too similar. I wish there was someway we could band together to make this stuff never happen again. But for now, I also relied on things like DB to get by. You did well, bro.
This is the most thoughtful story I've ever heard i cried it felt like i was having a conversation with a friend i really do love your channel and I just appreciate what you do and the type of content you make i wish nothing for the best of you and since you are a fellow Christian god bless you 🙏
Thanks for the video, I enjoyed a pleasant walk with my son while I listened to this 🙂
I am immensely sorry and heartbroken thst you had to go through what you have. I am glad you have choosen to take those experiences as a fuel to become a light in our lives; entertaining us with a joyful and kind spirit. Above all, it's wonderful that you have Christ in your life.
A lot of this hits home, although the people jumping me were my own brothers and even my dad... It's a long story, but I can relate completely. Escapism. I'm 30 and have spent the past 2 years essentially very suicidal. I stumbled down the Dragon Ball world again in late 2022 when things got *really* grim. Whenever I'd think about giving up, I'd think about Gohan after his arm was taken out. He was in such a tough place, but he succeeded. With Goku's help of course, something I wish I could relate to as a kid, but still, I think about that kid who just lost his dad, thinks he lost half his ki, and thinks that everything is over but ultimately succeeds.
I've had a similar relationship with dragon ball, throughout my whole life its the only thing that's been there with me no matter what. Lately things have been even harder since Toriyama left us, but your video has helped me get some perspective back. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I've been personally leaning more and more towards content creation myself, and I think I'm gonna start actually researching and trying to put maybe a twitch channel or something, wish me luck.
Dragon Ball hasn't saved my life, but I can understand how it has helped others. It was a fantastic 11-year tale with so many layers. Each person has something that changed his life. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama. You will always be missed.
Got a nice stash going with the beard 👍🏻
Am so sorry you had it that rough growing up.. great that your made it through.
thank you for expressing yourself, being you, and making amazing videos they’ve always been entertaining. i may not know you but i care about you and hope to grow with you.
I’ve always liked your videos and will always support you. I’m glad that you was able to open up, and get to a place of so say comfortability mentally. Keep pushing, the situation is never and will never be bigger than you
Anime has done this for me too. DBZ, Naruto, Bleach, One Piece, FMA, YYH, etc. It's a medium that it dear to my heart forever.
Thanks for speaking out your story, Mike. Hoping the best for your channel and future. Cheers to Dragon Ball!
You are truly a one of one i love your content and this video was a great eye opener for me.
Thank you! 🙂
Really enjoyed this vid man. Found you back in the middle of Super's run and have loved the content ever since. Was bummed when you pulled a Togashi and went on hiatus but so glad your back! Keep doing you brotha man
Really enjoyed this video bro. I can relate to your struggles on so many levels.I'm glad that there are others that take what they learn from DB and use it in a positive manner. Hope all is well with you.
Geez, i never knew you went through all that man. I felll bad and sorry you went through a terrible time. In these circumstances you've turned out alright. For the people in your life that judt stood there and let it happen, they're just as bad as the bullies. Keep your head and move forward.
Thank you for sharing your story.
Very excited for the Christianity video if you decide to make it.
Really good video mike I'm just at the end as im writing this, i think your fan base will appreciate you a lot more after this, and also this could help someone out big time. Hat off to you mate
God bless u bro. Glad u are the man you are today. Toriyama is smiling on you.
I wish we could have been friends during your childhood. I was the kid that beat up bullies. Id say 95% of the fights ive been in were defending other kids who couldn't. It really hurts me when i see someonee helpless to stand up for themselves. You either curl up into a ball and take it or you stand and bang. It either turns you into a beast or a punching bag. I feel for you.
love your videos :) keep them coming
Also, those were some very wise words. Thanks for sharing your story. I’ve come to realize the same things. I needed to hear what you said about working harder and harder and things will get better. That’s really not always the case. I agree that sometimes you just have to be content with where you’re at. Morality in the world today (especially online) is few and far in between. Christianity is thought about in a certain way due to different reasons. At the end of the day if you have a desire to help others as you do and genuine empathy, that is what it’s all about. Again, thanks for this.
Really appreciate this video, I'm sure many do. Stay blessed
Hey Mike, I'm circling back to this after your video game video.
I don't know if you'd be as into music, but Dirt Poor Robbins just dropped their new album Firebird. Amazing concept album overall, but the title track particularly made me think of you and your story.
I just thought I'd share that in the event it might resonate with you and inspire hope for tomorrow. I'm praying for the best, and looking forward to what's to come in the future. Lol
wow i didnt know you're a gamer too 😮 look at that background
Mike, I really appreciate your honesty here. You similarly are not alone. It was encouraging to hear that even through it all, your faith in Christ has played a massive work in sustaining you. Thanks for being willing to share that. I look forward to your video on that subject, as I also have been a lifelong DB fan as well as a Christian. Love your videos, I do my best to keep up with them! You’ve made a difference!
Sometimes I wish I forgive people but it’s hard
Thank you for showing vulnerability Mike! We appreciate your content and very encouraged that you aren't ashamed of declaring your faith in Jesus!
I don't have too many friends who share my love for DB and love for Christ. Looking forward to your video on the faith and being a DB fan.
so fascinating to hear, friend. I grew up with the arabic dub of dbz, I had some rough years in the past but Dragon Ball and its fascinating world really made it easier for me. I am FOREVER grateful to Toriyama sensei. he's our hero.
Same
Space toon gang I am so grateful to them and toriyama they made our childhood teenagehood adulthood if not for these good memories idk what I would be doing rn , Keep fighting brother
Good for you for doing this. All the more respect to you. You don't need to be a Mr. Beast to be happy.
Sorry you had to go through a lot of what you did.
when life was a pitch black hell there was dragon ball
Super never give up. Do what you can to keep moving forward.
SAME! Praise the Lord it’s so nice you’re Christian and that you didn’t let your experiences define you. You chose Christ and a better path not a bitter one. Which would probably be insanely hard for most to do if they were you shoes. So kudos to you & the lord above i honestly couldn’t be more proud.
Thank for sharing your story!