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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- #268. ART is THERAPY - The Journey to 100K Subscribers
In todays Resin Art video we go back to my first ever UA-cam resin video and recreate the Fire Petri effect.
I also explain the channels journey and things that have been going on behind the scenes which are hard to talk about, things that held me back and really effected my ability to create resin art at times.
You guys have really pulled me out and pushed me away from dark times. At times, I didn't enjoy the resin art content I was creating, it was often just for the sake of creating content.
I began to love my job again and am more passionate than ever to keep pushing resin art in new directions, this is OUR JOURNEY more than ever now!
I'm hoping that by discussing these things, it may help others who are also struggling so please keep comments/replies kind and respectful, we are all different.x
You can now be a member of my channel which will give you access to comment badges and also wallpaper of my macro photography. You may need to save these to your device via a PC or screenshot and adjust the images.
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Thank you to those who have joined 🥰.
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Thanks for watching and supporting me on my journey 😊
Disclaimer.....
I am fully aware of the risks of working with resin products and aim to give you great tutorials in a safe way. I film in a very ventilated area and keep risks to myself low. I would always recommend you to wear full PPE based on the data sheets for the chemicals you are using 😊😊😊.
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Hi all, thanks so much again ❤. I will be doing a g.veaway very soon, I will keep you posted as to what it will be, I have to be careful how I do it as it can expose accounts to a lot of fraudulent people trying to trick followers into believing they have won.... I will update soon 😁 ❤x
Very glad you're still with us, Daniel. I left another comment, but we're all happy you're still here, and I'm so glad art has helped you so much. Well done for 18 months, I hope you continue.
Wanted to ask, do you know what happened to Myriam? She vanished and I never found out why.
Thank you for letting us in. I think you and your channel are amazing! I will always be here watching and supporting you both! I also adore the professor. Now, to truly celebrate the accomplishments one makes, you must learn and grow from the journey. Reflect. You are inspiring people to believe in themselves as you did. Through everything. We grow because of our bad and good experiences that happen to us in our lives. Throughout our many different journeys. Life is a journey that you mold it into your own. Always find the positive ..it is there. Sometimes, you need to look a little harder to find it when times are tough.❤❤❤
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I only been watching your channel for a month now. I really do love your work. You are an inspiration. Congrats on your sobriety (my husband has been sober since April 28, 2021) and reaching 100,000.
Thank you for being brave enough to show the struggle you have gone through in life. When it comes to social media, the focus is usually a message of how successful someone feels they are or wants others to
believe they are. You are indeed successful and you've worked hard to achieve what you have. By telling us the whole story instead of just a success story, it makes me feel that it's okay if the journey isn't always easier or smooth. You are a good example for us all and I wish you all the blessings in the world. Mad support to your family too. It's hard to see somebody struggle knowing you can't fix it for them. 💚 I'm glad it's working out for you and yours!
We came for the ART, We stay for YOU.
Yes and Amen
Daniel dear, I went from a very active 35 year old to a disabled, can’t do anything for myself 42 year old. Being a veteran I am used to being very independent and I find it so hard to cope with every single limitation that I now have. It makes me sick to my stomach to have to ask my girls (17,18) to help me shower. I found resin about 6 months ago and I have 4 channels now that I watch religiously and yours is one of them. I have made a few pieces and regardless of how they turn out I’m proud that I tried. I know I’m a new subscriber (2 months now) but I find your content uplifting and knowing that even people I look up to struggle but keeps fighting gives me hope that I can make the best of a craptastic situation. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us! Much love from Florida USA. ❤
Should have said something, Id have helped ya shower, Lol :) Sorry, Im silly in the head. I know the struggle. I broke my back and kind of lost everything and trying to put some of it back together. Yeah, Daniel has a great channel and inspires a lot of people. Good Luck to ya and if ya need any help with, uhm , just kidding
The struggle is real Daniel, and you are coping amazingly! Chin up and don't stop, next thing you know it will be 150 thousand! You teach and we love you for all you share. Prayers for continued stability in your personal journey.
What a journey. Congratulations!! I'm an artist who's dealing with PTSD and depression. Art is saving me. I'm proud that you decided to speak your truth and tell your story. because it tears down sigmas - one story at a time. Bravo!!!!❤
Dear Daniel, thank you so much for sharing your journey out of the dark. Please know that we love you and your beautiful mind. If there are negative comments, I hope you can just shrug them off . They are not worth even looking at your art. By the way, love your alter ego!
Daniel you have given back ❤
I found your channel as I was going through
Stage 3 cancer I couldn’t do much but watch UA-cam
I only watch UA-cam to learn things I want to do
I don’t watch tv. So you have been a blessing thank you.❤
I am 4 years in the cancer journey and am cancer free
now trying to get my strength and stamina back
slow going but stronger each week
Love your videos ❤
I'm watching this on my TV ..... so I hope this comment shows up. Hearing your story just makes me respect you more. It is a hard road but one that many of us understand. My Mum struggled too, and I coped the same way. I think the channel is a place of hope and these are your PHOENIX RISING........ HUGS FROM NEW ZEALAND 🇳🇿
I'm proud of you so keep up the great work my prayers are with you. Love it. I've learnt more from you than anyone and watch you videos over and over. Thank you
Have you ever tried the petri effect with one of the colors having glitter ?I know you don't like the stuff ha
Congratulations 🎉
It’s a hard road but one that many of us understand, I hit rock bottom through COVID lockdowns when my son died. The art helped me to cope. I think the channel is a place of hope . Hugs from Melbourne….Australia ❤❤❤
I’ve seldom replied to any comments before but you have touched me beyond words. Thank you for your honesty. My life was similar and heartbreaking but I also found complicated ways to wellness that included creating the family I dreamed of and finding my passions through family ,farming and creating!! Family and creating being as necessary as air!! Using color in my art is my specialty and fiber has been my primary medium until 20 years ago and added glass fusing. Fabulous but too rigid! I needed the fluidity of the resin and then I discovered you! Your color sense is so familiar to me!! It makes me so happy and you were inspirational immediately! Thank you now more than ever! Your sharing your experiences touched me more than I have words and I’m feeling that also from many of the wonderful comments from your awesome fans and students!! I have been teaching fiber arts for many years on a voluntary basis and I operate much like you do. No elitism! Art and craft for self care and the joy of creating beauty and the sharing!! I’m hearing all of that in you😊! A million thanks! Also for sharing the emotional journey. Your words were more important than the resin creativity and it is awesome! Don’t apologize! All need to understand everyone’s journey so we will realize that we are not alone.
UV resin art is my therapy! I have major depression disorder with anxiety. I worked in a public job all my life and woke up one day and said “I can’t do this anymore!” Checked myself into a mental health facility. I am also treatment resistant which means medication works for a while and then it doesn’t. I went through a couple of years trying to find my way back. First I retired and finally found the right doctor, therapist and God’s grace! I am “normal” again and loving my new craft♥️
Thank you for sharing your story with us, Daniel. I will be celebrating 7 years clean and sober on June 18th of this year. Recovery is possible, and one of the things I've learned through recovery that is essential to it working is to have a purpose. Whether that be art, raising a family, having a career; whatever gives you a reason to keep going, that's what's important. Congratulations on 100k subscribers, but an even more heartfelt congratulations for making it through 18 months of sobriety. You are at the point where things should start getting easier, mentally.
Most people who have dealt with substance abuse and get clean go through a period called PAWS, Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome, which for most people experience for around 1 year to 18 months after getting clean. During this period, you body, particularly your brain, is going through chemical changes. Our bodies naturally produce "happy chemicals" such as serotonin, oxytocin, and dopamine. When we abuse substances, we are getting those "happy chemicals" through artificial means, and our brains stop making those chemicals naturally. When someone gets clean, they are no longer getting the synthetic effects, but the natural ones are still dormant. It's during this period where most people relapse, because you simply don't feel okay. But when we are able to give our bodies the time it needs to start working again, the results are incredible.
I thought I had lost the ability to feel anything...I didn't feel happy, I didn't feel sad, I just felt like I was lost, alone in limbo. But as you pointed out, none of us are alone. So many people suffer in silence, when we as human beings were not created to suffer. And it's because of people like you, who are willing to be vulnerable and share their story, that the rest of us feel and know that we're not alone. Silence is deadly, and apathy kills. Thank you for showing up, and speaking out. It means everything.
Dan you're an inspiration in your creativity and in yourself. No doubt the reason we all love your channel is that you're such a relatable, real, human. Never apologise for sharing your journey. The people that gain from it will outnumber those that might not love it by far. Thanks for being you!
You're brave and kind. I love your channel. I hope you always feel loved and appreciated, respected, and cherished. Wishing you many blessings. 🌷
I am proud of you. Not just for getting help, for maintaining, but for talking about it. I've been a crafter for most of my life but discovered resin about 12 yrs ago but kept making other items. About 6 years ago it became resin only. In 18 months time we lost my brother, grandmother and then my mother. Mom's been gone a year and a half now but I am still dealing with probate and all that comes with it. Since mom passed I've gotten to where I HAVE to craft daily. I did video therapy and once she made the comment about how we are always in the craft room. I quite honestly said "It's my happy place." We all have our struggles... and in many ways these craft videos are therapy for some of us. Because of you, Claire and Wendy I got the courage up to start my own channel. So thank you for being an inspiration for us all. Stay strong and we love you.
I’m so sorry for your losses. Losing one member of your family is devastating enough but, 3 in 18 months is more grief than anyone should have to endure. Bless you.❤
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Complete respect for you Daniel, lovely to read through all the lovely comments under here and the lives you’ve touched, means everything I know 😊 the positive touching comments are what me keep making videos too.
Looking forward to catchup with you again at Makers next year ❤ onwards and upwards
Dan, thank you for this! My husband has cancer and this is my only escape, he doesn’t like being left alone but resin videos and creators help so much! So I’ll try to remember “art is therapy” and if I escape it will be my therapy. It helps when tears come, thank you! And yes Daniel, like the others here, I respect you for taking charge and working towards success. Thank you as always, J
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Daniel, I cannot understand why anyone would have a hateful comment to you. Makes no sense. You do amazing things. Your journey is tremendous and you are appreciated and talented. I look forward to your videos always. So innovative. I always am awed. Thanks for doing what you do.
❤ Aside from the fact that you are an amazing artist, a delightful personality, and have a pure heart, you should know, that YOU are part of MY therapy!! Thank you!
100 K! You DID it! 2:46 I always thought that was pretty dang amazing! 3:42 That’s a VERY LONG Wait! When people finally decide they need help, THAT crap happens! 😡 Normally by then people are so desperate for help and then they are made to wait. I’ve also been there with the mental hell and having to wait. (Not as long as you but longer than it should have been) 11:14. Art is what helped me get out of my horribly depressed state. I found a painted rock and it had the FB group written on it. From that point on, my art journey flourished. Art is an incredible way to help depression 12:52 Karnak IS a Bitch! She will take you down faster than a sumo wrestler can eat his 35,000 calorie lunch! 32:07 You go Daniel! 👏🏼👏🏼 You are loved, wanted and appreciated 🩷 Congratulations on 18 months! ❤ We love you even more now ❤
Hi, thanks for sharing your journey with us. I'm so happy to be part of the 100k mark. I remember watching you from the beginning shacking hands and all. I love everything about you and the things you come up with. I always see your videos pop up and I can't wait till everyone goes to bed so I can watch it uninterrupted. Please know there are more of us loving what you do and the cool things that you come up with then the people that want to complain. On a side note, I love the professor he put a smile on my face when he popped up. Thanks again for sharing and looking forward to more of your cool things.
Dan, thank you for bearing your soul to us all. You are so very brave. Resin art healed me too. Dan you are an absolute joy to watch and your artistry knows no bounds, which continues to astound us all. Just be assured that you are admired and loved by so many.❤❤
KARMA is a Britch ! ! Congrats on 100K. I love your giggle and your Story/Journey. I also have PTSD (sa/father). I also have flash backs from alcohol/drugs, but I'm 72 and all's been good. Love watching you and proud of you. ART is good it has helped me tremendously. Love your resin creations.
Daniel, you are so very strong to share your struggles with all of us. You are such a giving and caring person and I believe that you have now given so much more to so many people. Always remember that you are never ever alone. Thank you for being you ❤
I appreciate not only your cutting edge resin art but your transparency. Keep doing what you do- there are WAY more people who love what you do and will continue to support your channel as well as you! 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you is not enough….
I just watched this last night, I am very new to the channel so I am going through old uploads. I wanted you to know your way of just being yourself makes these so fun to watch. That first show you did was amazing, because if it was me I would have stopped, but you kept on going and grew and became stronger. That is what life is all about. It is too easy to just hide and shut everyone out, I do it a lot now as a 60 year old and I miss out on life. But you are going to be my inspiration to try new things.
My mom was an alcoholic and I could not be around her because of it. That, Covid, and smoking cut her life short. She ignored it and chose to keep her only kid out of her life as well as other loved ones. Your family is the support needed, your love of what you do now, not a job, but a joy to create for everyone out here, is your support. We love you and please keep doing what you do. :)
Everyone has struggles, some hardships are more difficult and some durations can last a lifetime. I use to teach pottery at a local community center long ago. I wanted to get back into it but before I could, I started to suffer from rheumatoid arthritis and Fibromyalgia. At first I slipped into depression thinking of all the things I use to do (pottery, deep sea fishing, gardening, camping etc..) And could no longer do. Then I realised focusing on that, just made the pain worse. Eventually I got some of the issues under control and looked for new things I could do and took up lapidary as my new hobby.
I'm going through 4 hand surgeries right now, so I'm trying some resin work and jewelry beading to keep my passion going. Your videos and experience are positive and your kindness in teaching and sharing knowledge is uplifting.
Aloha from big island of Hawaii my husband also drank heavily after he list his dad of brain cancer and 6 months later his mom to congestive heart failure. He drank a gallon (sometimes more) of rum a day. He is now sober for 16 yrs. I've introduced him to resin (we are both VERY VERY new) and it's something we are doing together. I wanted to give him a purpose as he is terminally ill with what his mom passed of he was given 2-3 yrs in Oct 2016 but is still here! So any chance I can give to him to give purpose I'm game!! There's a few projects we have watched of us that once we get the right supplies we will 100% be doing!! Ty for sharing ur journey daniel!! Lots of hugs n Aloha ur way
Hi Dan. You are an inspiration. Knowing your personal story and the struggles you face each and every day, yet you've managed to create this beautiful channel and community around you. You are such a lovely sweet and generous soul. Glad you have your family and all of us that love what you do. Thanks for bringing a bit of creative sunshine into our day.
You only like it? I LOVE it! Daniel, I am in awe of you, for what you have done turning your life around, you are so strong. As we would say here in New Zealand, Kia kaha, stay strong.
being able to watch you and learn from you makes us all winners
Daniel
I am not only be here for the art, but for the person behind!
Thankyou for the honesty, and trust in us!
Daniel, you are wonderful, you always cheer me up. I can't imagine people sending you negative comments. Thank you for sharing your journey, it helped me know I'm not alone. Take care, lots of hugs
Daniel with you all the way, only you knew what the problem was, you were the one that did therapy & you've come out the other side, so proud of you ❤❤
Daniel, I know it was hard for you to talk about your personal struggles, but I'm sure it will help others.
I enjoy your videos. You come up with some amazing pieces.
I will keep you in my prayers, if you don't mind.
Just keep on keeping on. ❤
Daniel, I do know the whole anxiety and depression I have struggled with it for the past 14 years. 14 years ago I had to struggle on what to do about my daughter.. let's see she was born with a rare heart condition. In April of 2010 I had to put her in the hospital because her heart was failing. So, long story short, I had to make a decision to leave her on life support or let her be with the angels. So everyday I feel as if I failed her. Which makes my anxiety start up. There are days I feel as if I should not get up out of bed. I want you to know this you can do it, or should I say continue do it. Love ❤️
Hey Daniel, what you've just disclosed is incredibly brave, especially about the alcohol abuse. People do not understand that it's an illness, the same as any addiction. Listening to your story, I find so many similarities with my own and, as you did, I turned to art. In fact it literally saved my life. I had to give up work due to physical and mental illness, reaching rock bottom for me was 3 suicide attempts. I had an extremely abusive upbringing, add alcohol to all that and boom...the rocky road to ruin. Art has led me to a wonderful place and I've found my people. The love and support I've found within the art community (I'm now part of an art collective! Awesome, but I have to keep showing up too and sometimes, it's hard!) is still a wonder to me. You've been part of my journey also, you've made me braver to try new techniques, you've given me inspiration, the fact that you respond to my comments? It goes a long way to making me feel heard, when my whole life I've felt 'less than'. So, I'm not going to say poor you, I'm not going to say well done, I'm going to say thank you. You have made a huge impact on my own recovery. Sadly, not the bloody insomnia lol Keep on keeping on, much love, TB x EDIT: if you apologise once more I'm going to make you write a 500 hundred word essay on the word 'sorry'. Do not ever apologise again for who you are...I'll do it, I will!!! 😜
The professor was a delightfully charming moment! I am so glad you used art and youtubing to move down the path, to make your journey. You have a lot to be proud of - keep on creating and we'll be here!
I love your laugh, I love your authenticity, I love your heart. I love the professor!!! Congrats Daniel. WELL earned for sure.
The one thing I have noticed from the beginning is your sense of humour.... it helps so much on the road to recovery . I admire your strength and hope you carry on getting even stronger (which you will). Been through a bit too, so understand fully where you are coming from. It helps a lot of us watching your channel so it works both ways. So thank you. Onwards and upwards. Carry on with the great work and don't listen to haters....absolute jealousy as you say. Love your channel. Loads of love xx
Grief sucks! I know there was more to your depression than the loss of your mom; but I lost a son to suicide, so I get it. I didn't turn to alcohol, my hubby did. But, crafting saved MY life. I bought a cricut, started there, and just kept moving. Now, I fear I have a craft supply hoarding issue. In fact, I will be ready for the apocolypse with craft supplies; if I'm not taken first. Hehehe. Thank you for sharing Daniel, I appreciate your heart. I am so proud of you kicking the alcohol habit! That's a tough one, but you kept on..... Great job !!
Daniel, you are so loved and respected. It was extremely courageous of you to share your personal struggles and hopefully that will help release some of the demons that you still struggle with..🤞😘 Obviously Mrs. Cooper saw something in you that you couldn’t see in yourself at the time, that’s why it’s so important to share what you are going through, especially with your loved ones. You are a kind and generous man and deserve the 100K subs that you have earned and I believe as I hope you do that your channel will continue to grow. So many resin artists have upped their resin game because of YOU! So thank you for that and for continuing to keep us entertained as you go along, your giggle is contagious and we LOVE YOU!❤️❤️❤️
Mrs Cooper saw a beautiful soul and helped you see a new life, full of beauty and love & happiness, it’s there for the taking♥️♥️💕💐👍🏻🙏🏻
As someone who fights anxiety daily, I so appreciate your being so honest about your journey. You're an absolute inspiration and I'm so thankful to have stumbled upon your channel. Thank you for your honesty and thank you for continuing to share!!
MADD RESPECT ✊🏽 Daniel! I’m new to resin, although I’ve wanted to pursue the art for years & there’s nobody better to learn from than you! I’ve a feeling that you breathe new life into the craft and keep it FRESH! I felt your struggle, as we have a few things in common. I managed to hold it together as you recorded, but wept like a baby when I hit the comment section. I’ve said before and will say again, that this is a lovely community, kind, supportive, and generous! So thrilled to be a part of! YOU make that happen, so, a million thanks! Congratulations on hitting the 100,000 target 🎯 All the good you’re experiencing couldn’t happen to a better person, imo! Much love to you and yours & I’ll see you in the next video 😊
WOW, these turned out great! 👍 Knew they would! 😊 Next time, put the black on the back *after* it's cured. 😁 Hmmm. Gold flakes? Oooh! That sounds purty. 😊
Boy, I must have an awful lot to say (big surprise, there). Sorry about that!
Stop apologizing! Dan, I didn't find your story depressing! I found it uplifting, hopeful, and BEAUTIFUL that you have faced such sorrow and adversity, and come out the other side...functional, kind, and sane! 🤗💕😍 Bless your dear mum...what suffering she must have lived through. I am thrilled that you were able to start working on a relationship with her. Even though it was cut too short...you DID it. Bless you both! 🙏🙏🙏❤
WE LOVE YOU DAN. You have such a warm heart , contageous beautiful chuckle, amazing talent for resin art and
Daniel… I’m grateful you’re here!!! And I assure you it’s a win win for us both that you are!!! I tell everyone that my misery is my ministry… everyone has a testimony… and we are walking out our hangups, habits, and hurts…. So continue to be you!!! You are beautifully and wonderfully made!!! And I thank God I found your channel…. Thanks for letting me walk beside you on this journey… congratulations on 100,000… and here’s to another 100,000….. to infinity and beyond!!!!!!
Please Never be sorry for your journey- it is who you are and you have tons of fans that love you, whom you have never met!!!
I’ll never ever understand why anyone would make hate-comments. If you don’t like a video you just scroll on by and that’s that. And art is not for everyone. I’m an artist myself and my paintings are definitely not for everyone and that’s okay. What’s not okay is to hate on other people.
I do love your work and want to try resin myself at some point. I love experimenting too. What happens if I combine these materials together and so on.
Ps. Love your laughs. And love the result of the pieces. Especially the last black, it reminded me a bit of “a starry night”
Hey Daniel thank you so much for sharing your journey. I wanted to let you know that a year ago I was in a horrible accident where I almost lost my leg. I am still recovering to this day and still can’t walk properly. You have been a huge part of my recovery. I have watched all of your videos and I have learned so much from you. Doing resin art has been how I have been able to keep myself mentally healthy during this time and without your videos that may not have happen you have been more helpful then you will ever know. Please always know you have a huge community behind you here to support you just like you have supported so many of us.
You're not alone, my dear. Life is hard and could be a daily struggle. Never give up, try to think positive and to find positive aspect even in negative situations.
You're not alone! Crafting is a wonderful therapy, it keeps you away from bad thoughts.
You're not alone: I'm in a similar situation, struggling every day against the desire of dying.
Crafts are my safe world.
Go on, never give up, what you produce is sincerely great and you're a great person.
A big hug from Italy
Hi Daniel 🎉 congratulations, you are truly one of a kind. You have so much courage to share your journey so personally with all of us and as hard as that is you also shared another creation your flames, during that. Wow.... i admire you so much as I lost a sister-in-law I loved so dearly to alcohol, we thought we could help her but sadly no one could not even therapists, she passed a few years ago. So I know how hard you have fought to be here creating art for us and sharing your life too. Even on your hardest days, you did your very best to create magic in petri art. Congratulations on being sober that is an AMAZING effort indeed.
Congratulations to Mrs Cooper and your dear son. Sometimes hardship brings you closer and it shows how much you truly care for each other too.
Sharing your journey hopefully will help others know that they can do it too. Don't let nasty people steal your sunshine, just love the art you do and the goodness you have inside, we are all here to support you and appreciate all you do for us. You're an amazing ambassador in UV resin art petri effect. Never stop believing in yourself. Bless. 😊
Ah dude!!! I'm also a recovering alcoholic, saved by art and community. I appreciate you muchly 😁😁
Congratulations Daniel! Awesome achievement on the 18 months and another awesome achievement on the number of subscribers. You've earned your rewards and make lots of us happy along the way. Thank you for being one of the best people in the crafting business. xx
All I kept screaming was, “Just flip it already!!!” Those turned out gorgeous! And I appreciate your journey. 🔥🔥🔥
Hey Daniel, yes everyone is entitled to an opinion but not at the expense of hurting someone.
I'm well proud of how far you have come. Watching all your videos you can see how much you have grown and opened.
I started my resin journey November 2021 after I lost my dad to pancreatic cancer. I have found resin very calming for my mind, it has helped me so much.
Thank you for continuing your channel, it has got me through so much ❤
Thanks Daniel, I too have been suffering as an alcoholic and have been sober since September last year. I have also been reconnecting to my creative side in making things; leather, copper and resin jewellery for which I have gained a lot inspiration from your channel. I have learned to make my own silicon moulds so I can come up with shapes and designs that suit my style. Sometimes it feels like I am doing 'busy work' to take my mind off of my problems but, at the end you have a beautiful object to be proud of and you haven't been thinking of alcohol apart from inks.
Thanks once again for your story and keep on inventing for us.
Daniel, words fail me. I was oblivious to the struggles you were having, knowing that you persevered through them and still able to be so inventive and creative just makes me love and admire you all the more. God bless you and your family and I am SO happy that you have reached your 100k goal. It could not have been more deserved or appropriate. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!🎉❤
Hey Daniel, I'm happy you took the initiative to better your life. I'm so, proud you continued the journey and to be real, open and so honest. I'm sending love, light and laughter to you.
Thank you for your creativity and sharing with the world 🌎
I love the professor and your videos. Thank you for this. I gave up prescription pain pills in June 2021 after a 14 year addiction. I threw myself into art, like you, it has saved me. I feel more connected to you now. Keep the videos coming. I’m from Mississippi, USA.
"I got this!" Love, Karma
Daniel your past history was very moving. I know about alcoholic and its wasn’t me . But it’s not an easy. But be proud. you have found your talent and you are a now positive person and sharing helps you and yours viewers
I'm subscribed to loads of other craft and art channels, mostly resin but several other mediums; this is my favourite and, in my opinion, the BEST. It is innovative, informative, exciting and fun; you never bore us with tedious repetition or with ghastly lift music.
Thank you Daniel.
Resin is my MH therapy! I found resin last July. I ordered a beginners Let's Resin kit with the pyramid, cube and diamond molds. I made them all and I then ordered a coaster kit. Now, I have NO ROOM in my craft room with all the molds, pigments, add ins, etc. (including totes of inventory). But I sit alone and create things. This has helped my mental health SO MUCH! I appreciate your comments on your struggles because it's not always easy to talk about, let alone run a YT channel! I enjoy watching and learning from you. I have tried many of the things I've seen you do. I talk openly now about my MH struggles because you never know if that will help someone else. I mean, that's what it's all about, right? Thank you again.
Dan, I usually watch your videos with no sound. And if it's something I want to make I will replay it. I really enjoy watching your videos. This time I was listening to your video as I should and heard your story. You've been awesome. And just keep it up. But if you don't feel like it take a break once in awhile. We will still be here.
And the end result of this video is not just okay, they are all gorgeous.
You are there! 🤗 See you in the next one or maybe again in a past one or two or more! Thank you for all you do!
Daniel you're an amazing, caring, strong man and an inspiration to us all, and we can never thank you enough. Congratulations on your milestone and hope to see the professor more he's a delightful addition to your spectacular videos. Thank you so much for sharing your story it helps hearing it and the reminder we all start somewhere is something I gotta remember and push myself with. Bless you❤
Thank you for making this so personal video. I have crafted all my life. You are one of my favorite artists that I follow. Crafting is the only thing that is holding me together right now on my journey through the end of my life. If I didn’t have it I don’t know what I would do without. Except stare at walls. You have helped me laugh on rough days when all I want to do is hide. As someone who has suffered from complex ptsd all my life, therapy has been something that I have been involved with off and on when I need it. I was in it for a long while and then off. When I feel like I need some help again I go back in. Thanks for bringing beauty into my life and teaching me how to do it also.
Daniel, thank you for sharing your story. I think it was incredibly brave of you to talk about this stuff, but please know that it will help more people than you know. Thank you for the hard work, the constant inspiration, for being so genuine and relatable. It's a massively over-used saying these days, but genuinely you got this.
Sorry for the long delay in finishing watching. Had gotten news 4 minutes into watching, when I was told that a dear friend had just had a stroke, so I took a break for a few hours.
Dan, Dan! The "fun you", for me, IS the regular you, anxiety and all. 😊 Why? Because...it's YOU. I probably sound dumb saying that, but I do mean it. I prefer to see my friends for who they really are, "warts and all". Those "warts", quirks, different mannerisms are all indicative of the battles they are enduring or have fought through; the hell many have gone through. I just came out of a deep depression lasting at least 3-4 years, and it was ... horrid.
I honor you for stopping the drinking. That must have been SO hard! 👍💕😊 On a UA-cam channel called "The Life Boat" run by Tommy and Johnny Scoville (brothers), he talks about how all addictions have their root in "lack of connection". He says that it is ONLY connection with others, especially who are also struggling, that helps stop the spiralling downward. That all addictions are just a way to deal with overwhelming pain. He's really something. His channel is this amazing network of supportive folks, who find victory every day through the solid friendships they have made - their connections.
You've done a similar thing, here. You've made connections with a group of peeps, many of whom have been there/done that/still struggling.
We get you, we accept you. *NO JUDGEMENT.* 💕👍❤🤗💕
Since we all live at a distance from your personal life, we SEE those ugly comments exactly for what they are: hate-filled jealousy, driven by overwhelming insecurity and their own pain *they have not dealt with.* Those hate comments have never been about you, _nor do they reflect on you or your character!_ It's about them and their own crap. I'm so glad you now know all this! 💕🤗
DANIEL, I would be thrilled if you made longer videos! 😅
Keep pushing through Dan. Really brave of you to open up. Well done. You have created an amazing channel.
Hi Daniel, this is such a genuine revealing of how life can become so challenging and how trusting your inner most self can save you. I love that the creative side of you helped to save your life. I so appreciate you even more now and look forward to seeing more of “the professor”! ❤😊 Your videos are a treasured collection of learning resin art for me.
Daniel. Thank you so much for sharing your story. I lost my mum in March and for me I lost my reason for crafting. My mum was my biggest supporter. However with watching your videos it gave me a reason to try again and I’m getting back to creating. So thank you. Keep doing what you’re doing 😊
Congrats on the 100k! I started out with resin after a whole series of losses so I sunk myself into my hobbies and found some new ones. I kinda knew nobody would come check on me, its just too much loss for peeps to deal with. But by watching your channel, I was able to come up with 200 heart w/ flowers inside necklesses to give to all the friends and family at my fiancees funeral (the woman anyway) Over 4oo peeps showed up and they turned on outdoor speakers for the overflow. So if ya wonder if You inspire people, Youve definitely inspired a guy going thru some of the same crap you went thru. Now Youve inspired me to make some flame jewelry. Thanks Daniel my brother. Dont let haters bother you, If ya gave out free ice cream to everybody, some would still complain. The world is weird and people feel the need to say the meanest sh*t to people that give them free entertainment. Good Luck to Ya. Fight the Good Fight People!
Hi,
Congratulations!
Very proud of you we are all humans.
We all go through ups and downs.
The best thing is that you are surging to towards a better life and motivating millions to be themselves.
Thank you
Daniel, I think we all struggle with personal things, family things, so your not allowed! We all start somewhere and get better at our crafts too. I personally have been going through the loss of my two adult children due to drug overdose. I don't want to bring you down, but this is struggle at different times throughout the year, due to their birthdays and death anniversaries.
I enjoy your content on every video! Your experiments are awesome, as you give us more ways to create.
You can always share your life, willing to listen. You are human!!
So happy for your brave heart that kept you here! We appreciate you, your creativity and YOU! Your struggle is real and similar to mine! Keep on keeping on! Love that you shared your art and the Professor!
I’ve got to say that this channel has been a GAME CHANGER for me! Thanks for sharing your struggles, as I have had a rough time with my issues and your videos have helped me to focus again! Bless your heart!!
Opening up like you have must of been so hard .. full respect.
I remember your first video, and you were so nervous, but you filmed anyway. That moment inspired me to film. I might think it's crappy but the more you do it, the better you become. Now look at you, such a success. You may never understand how your insecurities, silliness, and struggles have taught countless viewers that they are ok.
It takes great strength to be as vulnerable as you’ve been in this video and it touched me deeply. You’ve helped make me feel less alone in my own struggles. Thank you for sharing and keeping on. ❤
Hey Daniel my favorite reminder is "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger'' lots & lots of my artist friends had terrible childhoods, funny that - it seems to bring out the wild, crazy creativity, Your video was heartbreaking at times but boy you have come out a winner, stability, focus, and the ability to bear your soul and deal with the repercussion. It's wonderful to hear, and see!
Hi Daniel! I have been a follower of your channel for a while now. I am a silent viewer.I love your work, and I have learned so much from you! I have health problems that have rendered me disabled and art is my therapy!So THANK YOU! I felt the need to comment on this one. First, don't apologize for anything said in this video. Keep being you unapologetically. This video was so touching, and I know it wasn't easy to make. But I am personally glad you did....that's empowering! I understand the struggle with dealing with addiction on the other side. As my husband has been clean for 9 years now. (He never minds me speaking on it) He is proud he is "back" to his old self. I, too, have dealt with a mentally ill parent, with addiction. Boy, was that a struggle. I have had many friends tell me there issues and say to me "Im sorry I know what you have gone and go through" My response is don't ever apologize and feel one is worse then the other. Everyone has their personal story, and my issue does not take away from yours. It is yours to deal with, so it doesn't take away from your personal situation. Keep being you, Daniel. we all love you, and thank you again! Congratulations on 100k!!❤
Thank you Daniel for all your hard work and bringing us some awesome videos. Your videos helped me understand the resin better in a way I would have never thought to do. I am so glad you are working through your life's bumps and mental health. So many people do not. You are so correct in everyone has their own way of dealing with life issues and grief. I lost my dad 2 years ago to cancer as well. It has been hell. People don't understand when you close them out, heck usually the person going through grief doesn't understand that you are closing your self off. You are just trying to make it through minute by minute. I am so happy you have continued with your channel. Try not to read the negative comments or listen to others to much. Yes, I know it is hard but when you start listening to them you fall down the rabbit hole. I am glad for this video the most and getting to know you as a person a little more. Best of luck with your channel and your life and see ya on the next video. Rock on!!!!!
Dan, I do apologise for a comment that I made about your voice, I have a learning challenge and some voices I respond to straight away, but I say things that weren't thought through, after continuing on with watching your channel I actually managed to learn from you and I thi=ank you very much. I didn't know about your challenges and how lucky we are here to be a part of your journey,
When you get flashbacks I want you to think of how bad things were . Now you have thousands of people that absolutely love you Daniel . I’m rooting for you. Sending love and prayers to you.
I love both of them. The negative space makes it even more special .Congratulations on 100k
I think you are wonderful Daniel. I spent a good part of my first fifteen years of my twenty years of sobriety grieving my mentally ill mothers death. Keep on going Daniel - you are one hell of an artist and an inspiration in more ways than just that - and not at all depressing - very hopeful!
Nothing like art therapy. Might explain why I have done so many crafts. I can see it now. Never thought about it before.
Now your brain is making up for lost time. I started following your channel in the last year. Thank Marva over at Marvellous Artzy for that. 😊
Sometimes people want others to be as miserable as themselves.
You're helping people like me. Doing art watching everyone else. You doing what you're doing is what everyone loves. Being different and doing things differently is the best. Hopefully you'll let the professor out of the closet more often. 😜
Thanks for going over your background. I think it makes me love what you do even more. Just keep working on what you're doing. And I want to see your son opening the silver button now. Congratulations 🎆🎇🥳
I love the black added.
Congratulations on 18 months.
Congratulations, again. Not only for reaching 100k, but for continuing to succeed despite your struggles. Your work has not only helped you, but helped so many others. Next step, 150k and feeling better every day! 😍
We all have our journey, your challenges make you who you are, which is an amazing, creative, bonkers human!
As I came out of my own dark times I made myself a promise. Maybe even a goal. To be the person I needed when I was at my lowest. Sharing your story shows others who are struggling that it's ok to not be ok. And even the small things they can do are victories. As those small victories add up, you rise and become stronger. I don't knkw you, put I am so proud of you!
Amazing how much sometimes we can totally identify with someone! I usually don’t leave comments and ALWAYS do my best to at least remember the thumbs up! Especially knowing the amount of time and hard work that I have witnessed since I started my first ever craft in 2020 (after watching Wendy, Claire and Steve for the entire year prior) at the age of 48! I had gotten the courage to do my first resin tumbler with the assistance of my dad whose health was declining, trying to get through COVID and deal with losing my mom in 2018. It brought us even closer, kept us both busy and shared many laughs over my “ oops” lol!!! Unfortunately time and life had gotten a bit more complicated… as I realized that crafting/resin had become my free therapy and I started watching YOU (at the beginning of your journey) unfortunately I didn’t have the time for UA-cam,resin or any type of crafting. After my dad /my best friend was finally able to meet up with all my family that he had been missing for so many years and be with my mom( his pride and joy) I was left wondering on how I was going to be spending my time and keep busy without relying upon a drink or substance to get me through??? About a year ago I happened to see what was new in the resin/UA-cam world… to move from Wendy and then to your channel to see your name and picture on the box of Let’s Resin totally changed my fear of failure to I have to at least try!!!! One day at a time and now coming across this video has made me realize that I’m right where I belong!!! I can’t thank you enough for reminding me that I’m totally standing in my own way! Thank you for being so honest, sharing your knowledge, talent and your journey!!!! I look forward to the days ahead of watching more experiments with ALL my “lovelies” having a few good chuckles and begin a project! Thank you Mr. Cooper !!! You ROCK!
Listening to your story makes me want to give you a big hug.. I too struggle with PTSD and depression.. arts and crafts helps immensely.. thank you for this video.. congratulations on 18 months of sobriety
Thank you for sharing your story. I watch you all the time is my form of therapy, you bring me joy and happiness and give me something to look forward to at the end of my day. Your videos encourage me to do more and think more outside the box, and your story gives me encouragement. We all have struggles, but being a community that stands together, has understanding and love for one another that's what the world needs. And those that send negative comments they're just negative people raining on other people's parade. Thank you so much for your videos! You are loved by so many and I am one of them.❤❤❤
Daniel, congratulations on the well-deserved 100k+ 🎉! As a fellow PTSD/cPTSDERer, I want to say a huge thank you for your honesty and for being vulnerable enough to share your story. You might not feel strong most of the time, but your determination to keep pushing through tells us otherwise. I'm also pretty sure that most of us watch your videos for your personality, as well as for your fantastic creations. Keep on keeping on and here's to the next 100k. ❤
Edit: Congratulations on 18 months sobriety - a huge achievement 🏆
You hit the nail on the head there. Jealous people say nasty things to make themselves feel better. Not worth the bother. Love watching your videos and the pieces you make are amazing and have given me so many ideas for my resin. Keep doing what you’re doing. You have come along way and done so well ❤ Congratulations on reaching 100k 🎉😍
Thanks for sharing Daniel. It's both a pleasure and a privilege to accompany you on your journey. Congratulations on 100K 🥳
Hi Daniel, I'm so glad your journey has kept you here and kept you moving forward. I also struggled with therapy-- I have CPTSD and know how hard things can be. But art is very healing, and we're all here for you no matter what. Please keep trying. You should be very proud of how hard you've worked to get where you are. Congrats on taking control of your journey and moving forward. Sending so much love to you. 🤟🏼
Wow, thank u so much for sharing a part of ur story. I believe it was my husband that showed me ur channel a few months back and every time i see them come across my feed i always try and watch them just for to the fact that ur experimenting and not just a "how to step by step" video. I dont see many creators experimenting so codoos to u.
As for ur story, im so touched and can relate on the mental health issues. I have recently been diagnosed with a life changing diagnosis ( on top of my 3 mental ilness diagnosis that i received a little over 20 years ago )and honestly the only thing that has help to pull me through trying to except it is art. Art has been my go to at every chance i get. If im not having to b responsible and working the lttle bit i do, then im home wanting to see where my heart wants to take me that day with art. When my husband and i got back together after many many years apart ( he is my teenage love ) he was very artsy himself and that has full blown rubbed off on me now. When u put two people who just really love to create any sort of art, most of the time u turn out with the most beautiful pieces ever. With his love he has brought me through the absolute lowest part of my life and was just here with me to hold my hand and let me know that hes always got my back, even at the darkest of dark times. having that kind of support truly us a blessing and i do not ever take ut for granted. Im so happy u have found a way and a community of people who can encourage and push u to do so much more. So much kove and respect for u to open urself up to be as vonerable as u were. Ur story has really touched my heart and now im thinking that somehow with as many hours as i spend on creating art, i need to take that next step and have the confidence of selling it. So so many people when they see any kind of art that either my husband or i do everyone has always said we need to sell our stuff. Hearing ur story has me thinking that mayb it is time to spread my wings and take that leap of faith and see where that journey can take me. Thank u ❤
I just wanted to send you and your hubby the best wishes ever for the journey you both share. Yes sell your art, my hubby and I are musicians we share music. It is very special and I wish you all the very best going forward together with your artwork made out of love. Bless. 😊
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Hi Dan! I just wanted to let you know, I know your struggles! I’ve been clean and sober for over 8 years now!
I feel your pain and deal with PTSD as well!
You go Dan! Your videos are my favorite and they are therapy to me!
Thank you Dan! You’re Awesome!
God Bless
THANK YOU Dan ❤
Hi, Daniel. Love your professor. 🤣 I want to thank you for sharing your problems with us, and am happy for you that you’ve come so far. Congrats on your 18mos sober. 👏🏻 You’ve accomplished so much in a short period of time. Reaching 100k in only a few years as a crafter is not an easy achievement, but you did it! I’m on medication for anxiety and crafting is my outlet, something to focus on. I started crafting when I retired at the height of the pandemic and I love it. I don’t know what I’d do without it. While being far from 100k, I’m enjoying myself, and one day I may have 100k subscribers. When I retired, our income dropped by $1,000/mo., so I’m trying to keep my channel going so I can get monetised. I couldn’t work anymore, it made me a wreck. We each have our own cross to bear, but we can only hope to be as successful in fighting our demons as you have been. Some days I wake up depressed thinking that I’ll fail. It’s hard to go on day after day, trying to think of what to do next, but you do it. You’ve taught me so much about resin crafting and I thank you. My wish for you is for you to keep on being strong. Attitude and love of family are everything. ❤️ Hugs and support from America. 🤗 🇺🇸❤️🇬🇧
Take a bow, Daniel Cooper, you have my respect and have reached into people's minds and let them know they are not alone. Please do go back to your meetings though, their support is so important. I love your experiments.