This is so relatable to me! (also AuDHD) I tell myself “ooh I’m not using instagram all the time anymore” but instead I’m zoning out on UA-cam for hours… And maybe that’s what I need sometimes after a long stressful day, BUT mostly I am time blind. The way videos so easily block out thoughts and emotions makes it such an easy grab to hit the “off switch” in a busy brain. Thank you for sharing, your videos are so appreciated 🌸
Agreed. I decided a little while ago, not to shame myself for using that switch, when I need to. To quote Charlie "I'm not wasting my life", I'm a moderately autistic person with pretty severe adhd (and also have cptsd acknowledged in my dual asd report). My point is, all of us AuDhd'ers have differing levels of functionality, some more than others. I don't use substance to self regulate my emotional dysregulation anymore, not since I got my adhd diagnosis and then asd diagnosis. It's amazing the amount of anguish that comes from projected sources eg parents which is actually their shame at being inadequate parents (as much as I still love my father, sadly, my mother is a charming narcissist). To OP, do or don't do, but the main thing, is not to shame yourself for your choices. life is a river that ebbs and flows, sometimes more towards greatness than others. The only plate that you need to step up to, is your own. Do life as you need to, and you'll continue to fly higher and get closer to what you're actually destined to do. For me, using social media (only UA-cam and Reddit), has helped me to cut out of my life, all of the people that weren't healthy for me to be around. Doing this, has brought me closer to pursuing the goals/dreams that I have.
The style of this video was absolutely wonderful to consume. It felt nostalgic like home video but also OG UA-cam. I think talking about the overstimulation of UA-cam but then creating a calmer video, you’re not selling anything, not flashing things and keeping a more realistic vlog style, is such a good contrast to the reason other videos are so so addictive. I was not distracted one or felt the urge to click away, which I do so often on other videos. You’re really coming into your style and I appreciate your content so much! Thank you for sharing
I relate to this so much! I gave up social media a month ago, and my UA-cam addiction had arrived in full force to fill the emotional void. And then you mentioned the fear of wasting your life and it struck me how much that same thing had been keeping me up at night. As always, you inspire me to want better for myself
There is much of a more serious nature that I appreciated in this, but I just have to say... the notebook stash. I 1000% relate. And often when I bring them together my reaction is, "Where in the world did they all come from?!"
Hi Charlie, I just wanted to thank you and send you every happiness as well. 💛 As a fellow late-diagnosed AuDHD in her early 30s, your self-discovery journey really speaks to me. In January last year my life collapsed - I lost my job, my apartment and the few friends I had, went into a severe burnout and got misdiagnosed with depression and anxiety. The algorithm started to suggest content about Autism and I stumbled upon your channel (I reckon you had only a couple of videos posted then). I can’t tell you how much your words and experiences resonated with mine, and how comforting it was watching your videos when I had no one to talk to about what I was going through. Finding out I’m Autistic (and more recently ADHD) has been both incredibly challenging and healing/liberating - and part of this self-discovery and journey to diagnosis I owe to you 🌸💚 Look after yourself (and Alfie!), warm hugs 😊
I watch UA-cam everyday but nearly all of it is Autistic creators or related topics, other than that it’s personal interest related. I’m very particular and don’t get into any ‘popular’ stuff because I’m old lol. I don’t have a tv and have never been on Instagram or Twitter and only use my phone for what phones were meant for originally.
I quit Instagram 3 years ago and I pretty much spend all that time and more on UA-cam. I DO feel crappy when I’m scrolling and watching and can’t pull away, but it always feels better than being on Insta. I feel bad for being sedentary, scrolling, staring, not doing other things with my life, but at least I don’t feel terribly lonely with crippling low self esteem like I did with Insta.
Throwing your smartphone away (or donating it) will help you greatly. This addiction you feel is so incredibly severe. I know, because I struggle with it every single day of my life. For me, it has been far worse than quitting smoking, drinking, and drugs. A few days ago I said to myself, UA-cam is just as bad as other social media platforms. I strongly believe that. I wish you the best of luck. Find support in friends and family. Much love from the States.
Does that mean you'll no longer make UA-cam content? Your videos on Autism and your recovery from burnout have been incredibly valuable to me. Just wanted to let you know.
For awhile, I was fine with youtube because I was only watching educational or inspiring content but in the past two months, I slipped into watch drama and tea content that adds nothing to me life. So last night I blocked a few of the channels I had been watching. That already feels better.
so appreciate all of this and am so glad I’m not alone in thinking these thoughts also SO impressed you managed to stand with all those books at 9:29! hahahaha
ALSO !!! lately i told myself get off youttube cos ive turned to youtube after deleting IG back in june of last year! so its been almost a year and im still off IG!! so now i feel like your video is God telling me GET OFF UA-cam LOLOL
This is so relatable to me! (also AuDHD) I tell myself “ooh I’m not using instagram all the time anymore” but instead I’m zoning out on UA-cam for hours… And maybe that’s what I need sometimes after a long stressful day, BUT mostly I am time blind. The way videos so easily block out thoughts and emotions makes it such an easy grab to hit the “off switch” in a busy brain. Thank you for sharing, your videos are so appreciated 🌸
Agreed. I decided a little while ago, not to shame myself for using that switch, when I need to. To quote Charlie "I'm not wasting my life", I'm a moderately autistic person with pretty severe adhd (and also have cptsd acknowledged in my dual asd report). My point is, all of us AuDhd'ers have differing levels of functionality, some more than others. I don't use substance to self regulate my emotional dysregulation anymore, not since I got my adhd diagnosis and then asd diagnosis. It's amazing the amount of anguish that comes from projected sources eg parents which is actually their shame at being inadequate parents (as much as I still love my father, sadly, my mother is a charming narcissist).
To OP, do or don't do, but the main thing, is not to shame yourself for your choices. life is a river that ebbs and flows, sometimes more towards greatness than others. The only plate that you need to step up to, is your own. Do life as you need to, and you'll continue to fly higher and get closer to what you're actually destined to do. For me, using social media (only UA-cam and Reddit), has helped me to cut out of my life, all of the people that weren't healthy for me to be around. Doing this, has brought me closer to pursuing the goals/dreams that I have.
The style of this video was absolutely wonderful to consume. It felt nostalgic like home video but also OG UA-cam. I think talking about the overstimulation of UA-cam but then creating a calmer video, you’re not selling anything, not flashing things and keeping a more realistic vlog style, is such a good contrast to the reason other videos are so so addictive. I was not distracted one or felt the urge to click away, which I do so often on other videos. You’re really coming into your style and I appreciate your content so much! Thank you for sharing
Agreed!
I relate to this so much! I gave up social media a month ago, and my UA-cam addiction had arrived in full force to fill the emotional void. And then you mentioned the fear of wasting your life and it struck me how much that same thing had been keeping me up at night. As always, you inspire me to want better for myself
There is much of a more serious nature that I appreciated in this, but I just have to say... the notebook stash. I 1000% relate. And often when I bring them together my reaction is, "Where in the world did they all come from?!"
I fully agree with you and have the same thoughts about all of this. It's really nice to see someone else talk about it
Hi Charlie,
I just wanted to thank you and send you every happiness as well. 💛
As a fellow late-diagnosed AuDHD in her early 30s, your self-discovery journey really speaks to me.
In January last year my life collapsed - I lost my job, my apartment and the few friends I had, went into a severe burnout and got misdiagnosed with depression and anxiety.
The algorithm started to suggest content about Autism and I stumbled upon your channel (I reckon you had only a couple of videos posted then).
I can’t tell you how much your words and experiences resonated with mine, and how comforting it was watching your videos when I had no one to talk to about what I was going through.
Finding out I’m Autistic (and more recently ADHD) has been both incredibly challenging and healing/liberating - and part of this self-discovery and journey to diagnosis I owe to you 🌸💚
Look after yourself (and Alfie!), warm hugs 😊
I love, love, love the digicam footage. It reminds me so much of my childhood
I watch UA-cam everyday but nearly all of it is Autistic creators or related topics, other than that it’s personal interest related. I’m very particular and don’t get into any ‘popular’ stuff because I’m old lol. I don’t have a tv and have never been on Instagram or Twitter and only use my phone for what phones were meant for originally.
I quit Instagram 3 years ago and I pretty much spend all that time and more on UA-cam. I DO feel crappy when I’m scrolling and watching and can’t pull away, but it always feels better than being on Insta. I feel bad for being sedentary, scrolling, staring, not doing other things with my life, but at least I don’t feel terribly lonely with crippling low self esteem like I did with Insta.
Throwing your smartphone away (or donating it) will help you greatly. This addiction you feel is so incredibly severe. I know, because I struggle with it every single day of my life. For me, it has been far worse than quitting smoking, drinking, and drugs. A few days ago I said to myself, UA-cam is just as bad as other social media platforms. I strongly believe that. I wish you the best of luck. Find support in friends and family. Much love from the States.
Does that mean you'll no longer make UA-cam content? Your videos on Autism and your recovery from burnout have been incredibly valuable to me. Just wanted to let you know.
For awhile, I was fine with youtube because I was only watching educational or inspiring content but in the past two months, I slipped into watch drama and tea content that adds nothing to me life. So last night I blocked a few of the channels I had been watching. That already feels better.
Also, I love Kyle (I Found You), makes me feel big feels!
so appreciate all of this and am so glad I’m not alone in thinking these thoughts
also SO impressed you managed to stand with all those books at 9:29! hahahaha
I wish you every happiness- it seems like you're a lot of the way there already!
ALSO !!! lately i told myself get off youttube cos ive turned to youtube after deleting IG back in june of last year! so its been almost a year and im still off IG!! so now i feel like your video is God telling me GET OFF UA-cam LOLOL
This is really random but since your hair has grown out you look a lot like the actor who played the younger version of princess Diana in the Crown! ❤
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