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When I was a kid, I liked Markiplier, Jacksepticeye, and DanTDM because they were funny and full of energy. This year, I turn 18, and I feel like I've grown alongside people I've never even met, who have inspired me so much. I can't thank you enough, Seán.
I’m 18 now, I’ve been watching your channel from the days you were still in your shed and your first set up. I’ve literally grown up on this guy. 10/10 man loved the laughs
FOR ALL MY ANXIOUS FOLK: He says he's not retiring from RU-vid *yet.* He does wish to retire at some point but not at the moment. Jesus Christ Jack my heart just stopped for a few seconds, oh my God... [EDIT TO ADD] Though I put this here so my anxious folk won't have a heart attack, STILL WATCH THE WHOLE VIDEO! IT'S VERY IMPORTANT AND JACK NEEDS ALL OUR LOVE AND SUPPORT!
Dude, I m 59, and my daughter is 21. We sit for hours laughing and enjoying your videos and comedy. We appreciate you. Today, we are watching the Hitman series of videos and spending time together. If you ever doubt you make a difference, don't, because you do. Take care of yourself and know that you do impact folks lives
It's so nice that you guys are watching yt videos with your kids. I wish my parents also did that with me. Your kids probably really love you guys for that.
Oh Seán, I’m crying rn lol. You’re one of the many many youtubers who made my childhood bearable, and made me feel like I had a best friend to hang out with every day. I’m nearly 22 and have seen you guys grow too, which has been emotional and so special. I relate to you so much on the mental side of things, and wondering why I have to be this way and how it would be better if I was normal, but I’m not. Hearing you speak about such a personal part of your life is very important to a lot of us, as it shines a light on the topic, allowing people to reach out for help and feel less alone. But also don’t feel like you have to share everything, if you may regret it. I think I speak for a lot of people when I say that I’d honestly watch any video from you dude, you’re a lovely person, and a pleasure to see on my RU-vid feed. Hang in there, you’re stronger than you think. And take it easy, allow your brain some breathing space and just be yourself. Sending lots of love 💚
Same here broo. I distinctly remember making the Decision to have a parasocial relationship with Sean because literally it was the only joyful thing in our life that wasn't tied up in the web of lies around us. He's the closest thing we HAVE to a real dad who actually loves us (I'm sure we'll find an in-person surrogate father one of these days haha). We probably have ADHD, and definitely have clinical anxiety and depression from our trauma (the maybe on ADHD is bc a lot of ADHD symptoms overlap with dissociative amnesia/switching so it makes it kind of hard to track as an intersection). I think Sean really helped guide our autistic sense of justice in the right direction -- towards tolerance and fighting for people who are marginalized instead of doing what everyone around us wanted to (not to mention being literally our first exposure to someone who was tolerant of queer people...). Point is, this guy better take care of himself because the way I could NOT handle if something bad happened to him -- I've always cared more that he takes care of himself than what content we get out of him. As I said in my previous comment, he's given enough. I hope he's able to really pursue what he wants to do soon, since I can imagine it's hard to be in a kind of in-between place like this with something you've done for so long. -- Asher // The Hope System
I remember when I first subscribed to you, you had 4,000 followers. It’s been so amazing growing up with you. You helped me in some of my darkest times. You’re such an important piece of my life, I’m turning 22 this week. I’ve watched nearly every single video you’ve ever put out. Your content is great to watch no matter what the vibe is. I’m so proud of you man, you’re so inspiring. I have my fair share of mental health issues, and it makes me so happy you’ve always been so open about your own personal struggles. I love that you have breaks for yourself and I always support them. I’ll check if you’ve come back, I know for me I miss you. I always hope that you’re doing well. You’ve made such a huge impact on my life in beautiful ways. The amazing thing about you, is that no one else is like you. My whole life I’ve felt so out of place and different, but you made me feel like I wasn’t alone. Being different is your super power, no one can do this shit like you can. You helped me learn to love who I was, because if I could relate to you and the things you enjoy, then I was a pretty fucking cool person. When the day comes and you’re ready to close this chapter and begin your next, I forever support you. Thank you for everything. - Sincerely, a fan crying while typing this
Right!!! We did!! We just didn’t wanna put pressure on him because we all understand that he doesn’t have to upload a lot for us and has his own life :)
He knows that logically I'm sure. But no amount of logic can out talk anxiety and depression, it runs alongside intrusive thinking. It's a vicious cycle.
I have Bipolar Disorder and you have got me through the hardest times in Manic episodes, depressive episodes even mixed episodes. I had a feeling you've been struggling here and there ever since I started watching you at 10 years old, I'm now 21. Mental health issues are an absolute cunt to deal with (don't mind me I'm Australian), I know I get really excited when you come back from breaks and whatever else. The true supporters love you Seán, it's easier said than done but never forget you have support from supporters and even from your partner Evelyn. Lots of love from me over in Australia.
I have a similar story bipolar as well. You’ve gotten me and many others through dark times even when you were going through dark times thank you for that jack. 💜
I can relate to the severe anxiety, ADHD and depression. I didnt know i would tear up though. Thank you for telling us that because now i know there are other people who also have all of these at once.
Me, too... Like 90% of my energy on the day-to-day goes into keeping the rolling musical dumpster fire that is my train of thought on any set of rails that isn't purely self-destructive. I could get so much more done, if only I didn't have to fight myself so hard every step of the way towards a goal. Séan, lad, we love ya ta pieces, whatever ya do. Even when there's no new videos we've got years and years of content to watch, and all the dirty bean water in the world to fuel the watching. ❤💚💛🧡💙💜
Same. After going through a toxic family relationship all my life, being clinically depressed, digging deeper into debt, my mother being terminally ill, and getting a eviction notice on top of it all is actually killing me. I sometimes wonder if I'm even going to make it through the rest of the month if not the rest of the year. It's just become a living nightmare.
@@LukeyBoyAndTheCatlingsno when 1 person left for reasons everybody else realized they’ve been doing this for years and when others do it it’s easier to do it
@@dumpsterbabies8453 I hate that they all say they're tired. RU-vid isn't a job it's a hobby, no one is forcing them to upload. What also annoys me is they are literally getting paid millions of dollers to just sit there and play games. Then there's me who's struggles to find a real job.
@@LukeyBoyAndTheCatlingsthis is a job , this is how they make money to live dude ... Do you think is all fun and games? The videos need to be edited etc
Bro... I havent watched you in a while, i am still subscribed though! i never knew you were feeling this down! i don't know if you remember me at all but you really helped me have happy thoughts when my life whas at its darkest. I am sad to hear you are now feeling the same way as me. I wish i could give you half the joy that u brought me. all i can say is remember who you are. you are jack fekkin septic eye! You might be in the deep down dark deep dark right now.. it does get better *so they say :,)*
You have been a huge part of my childhood and one of my favorite RU-vidrs to watch. I can totally see how over the years RU-vid has changed so much and the standards are so different. I also miss how it was because I love all of these creators being able to be themselves and create the content they want, that’s what makes it so special and memorable. I literally just rewatched all of your kindergarten 2 play through that I watched years ago when you first uploaded it cause I saw a video of the game and it made me think of your videos so I just had to rewatch it. I saw the 3rd game is coming out so I was wondering if you were planning on doing it and I came across this video. Your mental health is so Important and that is really brave and real for you to talk about it. I hope everything gets better over time, mental health is such a struggle and is so hard. But thank you for doing all you have done and I don’t blame you for feeling the way you do, those hurtful comments are unfair and it’s like people forget that creators are people too sometimes, and how much harm they are causing. I have loved your channel from such a young age and have grown up with you and I thank you for being apart of it and making it that way. Whenever you do retire I totally get it and respect it wholeheartedly. Thank you again Sean.
There are a lot of people here just saying " you scared me " or " don't fuck with me " and I understand. We love this man and his journey and will be sad to see him leave. The thing is, if it's better for Jack's health and he has other projects to keep him happy, then we should support and enjoy those as well. I've been watching for 9 years now, and with all the positive emotions this man has given, he deserves more in return.
Is it upsetting to hear? Yes, absolutely. But it is absolutely understandable, and I had sort of a feeling Jack was gonna leave RU-vid soon. But no matter what, I'm always gonna be in his corner. Till the end.
I understand that but you know people were shocked (including me) it doesn't have to mean in "bad"way..... I would like to look at it as "People care and love this man so much." . Will it be hard to let go? Yes but, we will be there with him or be happy for him ofc- We all need a chill pill rn.👀👍🏻
Daz please remember you not only make millions of people laugh but you are a amazing example of being proud and honest and humble of who you are I’m looking forward to seeing your next off the hook and ofc primary channel ❤❤❤
All I can say is thank you for being an influence for so many of us here. I've been here around the channel since Happy Wheels and I know for a fact that you made my childhood great now im 23 and I still love seeing videos from you especially ones that's 7 or 9 years ago and even now . Just know you put smiles on everyone here. And when it comes to videos, do what you believe would give a kid hope or something, but again, I thank you from the bottom of my heart and from everyone else who watch your videos just know we love you Sean. Again, thank you for making my teenage years great. A great big top to the morning to ya. I love the videos. Thank you, and never forget that you changed people for the better, and the ones that were on the last legs ended up getting better from watching your videos. Thank you so much.
We’re just glad you were online making content. I will never be able to appreciate you as a full-fledged person, because all I have known is your content, and that is everything I CAN know about you… but in New Year’s week of 2022/2023, you saved my life by making Life is Strange content a long long while ago. Your hobby was the beginning of my whole metamorphosis. You only dilly-dallied around, and somehow it turned my whole world upside down in the most beautiful and bizarre way. I finally found myself having emotions and getting new knowledge and being able to analyze characters again. Max Caulfield (and some of the content I saw about her VA tbh) helped me to unmask my awkward Autistic traits and they eventually saved me because I had suppressed so many mentalities that were useful and altruistic and intelligent and helped people. I learned the same stuff from you for ages beforehand, because you had a little wisdom integrated into your content and reminded me of my own suppressed autistic traits with your way of thinking and expressing yourself. I figured out how sad it was that I hated myself for things that were absolutely lovely when you and Max Caulfield did them. I started to have nothing but pride for traits I used to hate myself for. I couldn’t hate myself for them anymore because that would have made me hate people I grew to love so much. I don’t know where I would have been if you weren’t here. I don’t think I would still have been here, not because of my own actions, but because I literally was not in control of the danger of my situation and I was so deep in my depression/disability that nothing would have been able to motivate me to get out. I would have had no motivator to save my own life if I didn’t come across your content of Life is Strange, because I just started wanting to play the game so much. It’s how I got my apartment. I just wanted to play what JackSepticEye played! I hope you have felt the same way on RU-vid, I hope this time has served you a sh8t ton of love and I hope you have had moments where a positive domino impact was made on your life because of people who are just dilly dallying around. If it’s okay, I personally hope you don’t delete your videos once you retire. I can be complacent with it if you decided not to post any more because you’re such an important person and your health means more than your content. But your content was the way my life was saved. And so many other people…. And to be honest, if you wanted to take your videos down, I fully support that, too. It’s your decision, I’m just voicing my own hopes. You deserve the freedom to choose what you think is best. You deserve to focus on your in-person family and friends, Jack. One day, I hope you turn to a life surrounded by people who know you as a whole person, since I assume that you know something of the “loneliness of fame”. Take care of yourself ♥️
I think we’ve just collectively agreed not to bug you when you take breaks because of how open you’ve been about your mental health. I know I check back almost every day, but who am I to make you feel bad about that when you do come back. I look at it more like jumping back into a conversation after a while of being away from it, and it feeling like no time has passed. Be well, and do what makes you happy Sean
This, absolutely. I never bug content creators who haven’t posted in a while because I don’t know what’s going on in their life and I’m sure they don’t need that pressure. When Sean takes a break, I assume he’s either cooking something up or taking care of himself, as he should.
Which is very true, even if Jack did not post for almost a week or month, I'm not bothered like he also have some life behind that screen. So sometimes, I reminisce by watching his old content. That is why Jack, should do what makes him happy, especially now a days, with all so much struggle, content creators is not exempted, we really need a break. Also with Marki, and Pewds, maybe Pewds is best example where he only post things he like. and that is kinda refreshing. I hope Jack will find soon his answer.
Thanks Sean, I appreciate these kind of honest videos from seasoned creators. A lot of younger/new RU-vid creators don't understand how hard it is and how long it sometimes takes to be successful, like they expect quick income-sustaining-career-level success but don't understand the difficulties of oversaturation, algorithm, stress/mental health, etc. And they end up absolutely hating what they once loved.
I’ve been watching you for years probably since I was like 12. I’m 21 now and your videos still give me joy, I put them on all the time to help my concentrate as background noise. I’ve also really admired how transparent you’ve been about your struggles and as someone who also has adhd, I couldn’t imagine trying to do what you do. Best of luck for the future, I’m keen to see what it brings for you!
I'm 53, no kids. I found Jack's channel way back when he was in the little wood cabin. I've absolutely loved watching him, and his channel, and his community grow so much over the years. Whatever it is he does, I'll be 100% supportive. Thank you for everything, Seán. Ag cur dea-mhéin chugat!
To be honest he’s already a millionaire and has very comfortably established generational wealth so at this point it really is just about wether he enjoys making videos to decide if he retires or not.
Im 45. Didn’t even know that you tubing was a thing. I by chance watch over the shoulder of my son one day and YOU were the one he was watching(10+yrs ago) and I was hooked! You are a joy to watch. Been a fan ever since and still am!!
Sean, you are amazing, dude. I have been watching you for years, and you’ve gotten me through so much! It really uplifted me as a kid to know that there was a RU-vidr that was high energy and expressive like me, and seeing it as a strength was so encouraging. I’ve stuck around and just loved seeing you evolve and grow. Don’t doubt the massive impact you have. Do what’s best for you! We do miss you though, my man!
"I am horrifically depressed. I mean, I'm exagerating-" is such an ADHD feeling. Like, I feel depressed but I'm also hyper, so I undermine my own sadness. Also, so many people now are putting ADHD on blast and saying it's fake, you're just lazy, everyone strugles, etc. so we end up acostumed to questioning all of our problems... It sucks. It really sucks. I feel like I should end on a "positive" note but I couldn't really figure one out... "You're not alone" is a powerful message but also... Idk, wish I could say something else, yk? Wish there was a silver lining.
Yeah. Depression is such a hard thing to talk about. We always talk about how we were afterwards. Not during. When we really should have needed it. It's so difficult to talk about depression or sadness. People don't really know how to respond. The US especially fucking sucks at responding to it. But we're here for each other. There's no need to undermine yourself. You're valid.
this is not exclusive to adhd stop using it as a “I’m special for xyz reason/s so i can relate” just say you can understand and feel similarly don’t relate it to your condition
Jack, I'm happy to say that you have been one of my favorite RU-vidrs over the years, I've seen you since the start and you have inspired me and many people to chase after their dreams. If you ever decide to retire I'm not gonna lie, it will hurt but as long as you are happy with the decisions you take then we will be happy as well, we will always support you as your fans in the good times and in the bad times. And I'm glad that you have a community that is there for you and doesn't forget about you even if you decide to take a break from RU-vid from time to time. I send you lots of hugs!
I respect how much work you have put in and all you have even done for your community. You are such a respectable person, and I'll support your decisions. I'll enjoy seeing your creativity in different mediums after you retire or even during your continued youtube career. We all love you man! I hope you can enjoy it while you have it 💖
Hi Sean, I’m one of MANY voices here. But I just want you to know WE DO miss you when you take breaks. I just think there’s a different culture where people understand that putting stress on a creator when they need breaks. We WANT you to take your breaks when you need them. Your mental health is FAR MORE important than the fun videos you make for us. As a fellow clinically ill human, I truly feel your struggles in that department. It can be so soul crushing at times it hard to look outside. I have GAD, panic disorder and OCD. Those have been so debilitating I haven’t been able to work. Your videos bring me a bright spot. I wish you all the best, and I thank you for bringing me some joy on dark days. Sending you many hugs. You got this dude. ❤️
I want to level with you: Your perception of our feelings is skewed by internal paranoia. Sean, I want you to know that we miss you consistently when you're gone. I don't want to speak for everyone, but I see so much love in the community you've built and so much support that makes me confident in saying that you are missed dearly when you go. Not only that, but the content you want to upload is beloved by all of us. Yes, I might not finish your Bloodbourne video, but so what? So many people did, and I enjoyed what I saw. But that doesn't matter because YOU were passionate about that, and that MATTERS. Knowing you are happy with your content is all we could ask for. I am SO GLAD you have other outlets that fulfill you in life. I just hope when you upload here, you do it because you want to, not because you feel like you HAVE to. We understand, love, and support you always.
Absolutely this! When Jack isn’t around, it just feels like when a really good friend has moved far away. I don’t get locked on to creators parasocially, but Seán is one of the few who have instilled a real deep caring for his health and safety. I really hope he doesn’t for a while, but when he does retire, the internet will mourn his channel, but we’ll celebrate his massive accomplishments and everything he’s done for us.
@@TheRealWoofer Exactly bro, i was just talking to my friend about this, i feel like so many of his fans (including myself) consider him family. For a lot of people he literally raised/supported us sm, his happiness is all that matters when it comes down to it.
I'm sure he knows that it's not wholly rational to feel unmissed, hince what he said 'feels like'. But at the end of the day I'm sure its hard to truley feel missed by people you've never met in the type of enviorment youtube creates. The seperationof auidence and consumer is good to have to some extent. But when you struggle with anxiety or depression related negative self images and thoughts, stuff like that can be just another thing for it to latch onto, regardless of the reality. Plus with an auidence this huge I can't imagine the edgelord hate comments are easy to brush off, no matter how hard you try sometimes stuff just gets stuck in your brain.
5:52 I can heavily relate to that with depression, I can only imagine how it feels creating content alongside other creators and feeling like you’re not enough or what you’re doing isn’t. For me personally I am also very depressed but watching your videos cheer me up even when I’m at a very low. I appreciate all the effort you put into videos and hope to see you some more in the future. Of course take whatever time you need Shaun. ❤
The thing I have always admired and respected of you is your genuineness and openness, and with this video you made me cry - because I totally get you. I mean, I'm not a youtuber or anyone others would look up to, but I do struggle in my life with the very same issues as you do; depression, anxiety, all or nothing -mindset.. it's all here, too. And I want you to know, you are enough. You are always, always enough, more than that, even; even when it doesn't feel like it. There are so many people who feel better because of you, because of what you do, me being one of them. But I also understand the need to step away from some things and find out new paths; and I wish you will find the joy and meaning into your life and work, and whenever it is time, you'll go adventuring the way that makes your heart happy - we will always be grateful of these years with you nonetheless.
Sean, I’ve been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and anxiety. The fact you sit here and make these videos despite those struggles is strong. I’ve grown up with you. When you do decide to retire, I’m 100% support. You’re strong. You’re doing things well. Proud of you, man. Thank you for the childhood.
I feel so bad being late to watch this video, family and school overwhelmed me a bit. You are an amazing RU-vidr. Im so sorry that you have been burning out, its never fun. I understand all too well getting in ones own head as well as depression and anxiety. Something i learned in therapy is Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and it works well with me and my issues. I recommend it to a lot of people and its made my life so much different. I do have my moments that I'm not ok and wish to self harm or go even further if I'm a bit too far into that mental state sadly, but some of your videos made me laugh and come out of it. I'm just one person in the whole sea of people but you have made me smile, laugh, and introduced me to diffrent games that i dont think i would ever play (mostly because my brain doesnt understand it.) I love that you play games that brought you nostalgia, cute little games, one of mine is Little Misfortune, Little Hope, and Fran Bow, games you want to share your excitment with us. I love seeing the new games, dlc's, your excitment and some moments of the game suprising you in some way, how you..... I want to say put yourself as if you were actually the charater and the comedy from that. I try so hard not to laugh at night because of something in one of my favorite play through. I love how you go into the lore a bit on your favorite things, supporting smaller game developers. All in all you have done amazing things in your years, and it still suprises me how close we are in age and the accomplishments that you have done. I know it might be hard to accept this thanks to your "bully brain" (when your brain is being mean to you) but i really do mean it from the bottom of my heart, thank you. Dont burn yourself out, do what you want to do. You are successful no matter what you do. Be safe, take your time with your health mentally and physically, cant wait for the next video when you do it. Dont forget to love on your Kitty :3 Also have to say, You're one of two RU-vidrs that my Bearded Dragon will actually watch lol.
whenever you do retire, thank you for being an inspiration to my and my sister, life wouldent have been the same without ya. im extremely grateful that i found your channel 9 years ago and ive loved every video since. thanks for everything
Personally, I think most of the response to the notion of Sean quitting comes from a good place but is the wrong way to react. Unnus Annus showed us and told us that this WILL end, it was the whole point of the channel, and MatPat solidified it for me cause I think some of us didn’t really take that message to heart. I started watching when I was end of middle school start of high school and now I’m getting a masters in grad school, it’s been roughly a decade for me with JackSepticEye so of course it’s going to end and end relatively soon most likely. Whether it be a year from now or two. Instead of panicking and praying Sean stays, we should listen and be sympathetic because I doubt anyone here dismisses the fact that RU-vid as a career demands a lot and takes quite a toll. Nothing lasts forever, especially in media creation or on the internet in general. At the end of the day, all we can do is support Sean in whatever endeavour he embarks on whether it be continuing JackSepticEye or moving on to new horizons. Don’t be sad it’s over, smile because it happened.
Sorry but to a degree saying "we should just support them no matter what" is the wrong the massage I love Jack but he is a content creator so when the content is done he's out of our lives. Sad af to admit but it's the truth. Similar to mat, it just makes me wish the theory Channels ended with him now they're just a bummer and sad reminder
@rae4166 literally... like I can understand mental health but like it is a job and idk how people in Jack's place that make like 3 vids a month even wanna quit.. properly gonna run out the savings that way too tbh
i'm so late to this video but hearing u describe the way that your brain works/some of the ways you struggle really struck a chord with me, especially as someone who experiences very similar things. constantly being in your own head is exhausting, i feel you dude
You are SO important to us (well, me at the very least) Jack, take care of yourself and do whatever makes you happy. I have enjoyed your content for a pretty long time already even though I never comment on anything ever (cause I'm badly depressed and anxious too and I think my words are not worth anything), but I LOVE listening you talk about stuff. You're so kind and wise. It might be a depression and anxiety thing but I've noticed some similarities to myself that you seem to want to keep people around you happy, probably cause you know how it is when you're feeling low. I can only imagine what it's been like having people around the world watch your stuff and comment all kinds of things on everything, but I can imagine not many of us would've survived that. I know I wouldn't have. You're so strong and kind and seem like such a good person, I wish you all the best. We LOVE you! ps. just please don't do what Jenna Marbles did and just disappear, I don't think my heart can take another hit like that lol
You and Sean are two of my favorite content creators on this platform, so much so that I feel that I have grown with the two of you. I know that you and him have most likely read comments just like this one before, but genuinely from the bottom of my heart, I am so happy to have been able to grow up consuming the art that you and him have put out over the years. It's so good to see and know that things like depression and anxiety are things that even the most seemingly invincible people can deal with.
Idk why but it hurts that you consider this “open” whereas most of us consider this normal. (Whether he said anything or not) idk I just don’t find it that deep
Your slower content is the best content you've ever made. I don't want you overworked. I want comfy, rich, fun-loving Sean. You don't need to worry about algorithmic compliance. Just do you. If there was ever a time where you could afford to be yourself, it's right now.
i feel you, sean! i hope you will figure out what you wanna do and will have fun! i love your youtube channel but im also really interested in your other projects
I've been watching your content for years and you have always been such a fun and inspiring person to watch. Even in my hardest moments, watching your videos always made me feel better. I feel like we are friends even though we've never met and you retiring would definitely be heart breaking. However, I know that you will do amazing in whatever you decide to do because you are such an amazing and kind person and your happiness should always be the most important thing. We love you sean and wish nothing more but your happiness and peace in life!! 💚
Man, it's so incredibly validating to hear Sean talk about his mental health and how it affects him. Him saying that he gets an idea, but he doesn't have the energy or focus to see that idea out is how I live my everyday life. It's so hard to be creative when you never want to create. Just wanna tell you, Sean, that we're there for you. You've been there for us for over a decade. Thank you for being a voice to feelings so many of us share.
Really well said man. I related to him so much when he mentioned the feelings of self-doubt, and how he both wants to do sth but doesn't have the motivation and energy to do it (for some this may sound contradictory but I gotta say, this is definitely a feeling that plagues many of of these days) I was honestly taken aback by how vulnerable and open he was in this video, and it's not like he wasn't in other videos he posted about his personal life, but this felt a little different. Like he wasn't specific when detailing his struggles but he mentioned so many of them that I honestly had to think about what it's really like for a youtuber to constantly and forcefully have to be conscious of viewers and their views towards oneself, and how that could easily branch out into various kinds of negative thoughts that we would never even imagine that that person would go through. I could tell he was holding back some emotion when explaining some of his mental struggles too Sean, if you're reading this, I've thoroughly enjoyed ur content ever since I was in middle school and I still do. I've always been happy to see your personality shine, and your distinctive interest and attention to detail as you play/review games. If you feel the need to rest and focus on other things in your life, we absolutely support it man. And just know that many others like me have, and will, continue rooting for you and are always happy to see that blue dot appear on your channel icon. Take care champ~!!!
@@andrewkong7676 Very eloquently put. Trying to wrangle my mind enough to do college while also working, doing art to stimulate my mind, staying healthy, and taking breaks for myself is too many spoons. I have like 3 when I need at least 10 in a day.
The phasmophobia playing with Mark, Wade and Bob, he seemed so happy and that makes us happy. I think he needs to focus on being happy rather than making us happy cause the happier he is, the happier we are. Also when he says 'that's so cool' it seems like he's enjoying himself doing something, and it's great. We love you and the work you do Sean, that's why we're always here.
I just started watching your old rust videos and other vids usually I watch H20 delirious and dead squirrel but you guys are fun to watch I've suffered from anxiety and depression since I was a kid you have helped me a lot with my depression and anxiety so thank you take care of yourself I hope you play more rust in the future I gotta lot of your vids to catch up on so God bless you and thanks
Broke my heart when he said how he feels like no one misses him when he takes a mental break. Im constantly checking to see how hes doing and if hes back from his break cause I know he needs them. Jack I love you and your amazing. I can't believe I've been watching you for almost 7 years though!
I think we all do. Hopefully it's more comforting than diminishing to say; it's not as rare as people seem to think. Everything he described going through felt very familiar, and I suspect most of us are more similar than we'd ever thought before he opened up about it.
I'd like to see a miniature painting vid like unboxing, sanding/cleaning, then painting. Maybe even friend group vids because then you have a support group & entertainment. I'm only throwing options to hopefully ease the burden so it's more fulfilling & less of a hassle. Plus with the creator groups it makes it easier to make a time management schedule because now it's when everyone's schedule lines up.
From all of my support right now, I understand everything that is going on, I see a therapist for trauma from the past and the present, you, mark and Felix was my rope of growing from my trauma and I know that sometimes it hits harder than usual, I am getting married in 10 days yet I always tell myself I don’t think I would have made it this far if it wasn’t for you guys, mental health is more important than I know of, do what is best for you and what you want to do, my support is high for how long you have been doing for so so long, as a huge fan from the past and now, I love you guys so much, I am about to be 23 and still remembering all of you videos right when I would get home from school and staying up all night watching all the videos all the time. Just keep moving forward with your own thoughts even if people hate those thoughts because they don’t know what is going on in your life!
I love how candid and vulnerable you are. You’ve set such a high standard, not just for the RU-vid community and your influence on prioritizing mental health, but also the standard you’ve within viewers that it’s OKAY to feel and be vulnerable. You’re so brave and real every time.
I remember ken saying in one of his uploads, "That's the problem of content creators right now, they get exhausted because they try to appeal with the audience and the algorithm. I stopped caring about it and did the things that I wanted with my channel. I am content with my numbers on every video whether they do well or not. I stopped caring about it and it shows in my videos" I hope you will soon find your peace. I really love watching your videos Jack. Get well soon. ❤
That's the thing I don't get with some of these guys. They have so much money. It's not a concern. They could retire today and live their lives in luxury, never working a day o their lives ever again. If you still wanna create and post videos? Cool. Do it. Post as much or as little and whatever you want. Don't sweat the numbers. Do it for you.
@@emmy4691 Do you have a different account for uploading and viewing? Because I saw no videos on this account. Just curious. Nonetheless, I hope I can be content with it soon. But it's getting to the point where I'm ready to give up. Just on this platform. Cuz I'm getting sick and tired of people gaslighting me saying it's not the algorithm. Meanwhile I upload some bitch you where I do much better where there's no algorithm whatsoever. Just be clear, technically speaking that's not a good thing. Technically speaking the lack of an algorithm should be doing a disservice to my content. Because without an algorithm there's no curation. With no curation it means the only way I can notice by new people is if I have to upload at the right time. And when I say the right time I literally mean the right time of day, let's say 5:00 p.m. in the evening when people are up but at home and relaxing. Videos on that platform's homepage are in order of what's been uploaded that minute to what's been uploaded throughout the day. And somehow I'm doing 10 times better on a platform with no algorithm then I do on RU-vid for the 3 years I've been on both platforms. My contact is on this account by the way if you want to check the numbers. Play let it be known that I might just have to subscribers, but viewers and all in all general engagement. So do not be confused by my 120 plus subscribers. Cuz not a goddamn one of those people watch me and I don't even know why the hell they even subscribed., they're probably not even getting any notifications so they think I have it uploaded in months or years. 😑 The more I'm on this platform the more and more subscribers become absolutely pointless. The number of people subscribers completely meaningless. Whatever your engagement rates are at, clearly if you're happy enough to be content with them then that's great man. Good for you.
Yeah this is what i'm saying, they're making it seem like a deliberate 9 to 5 "job" to be a RU-vidr. _They didn't have to have a schedule, They didn't have to have a high production quality, They didn't have to have a "TOS-Riding Personality," And they didn't have to go anywhere to meet the potentially psychopathic parasocial fans._ And yet we're supposed to believe that we're doing this to him? *_I am supposed to believe that I am doing this to him??_* Please. They put these standards into themselves, and while understandable, in the long run. Is it worth it? Ask yourself when you're working in Disney world, is it worth it? Or are you going to call that a _9-5 job_ that you chose?
Seán your videos have helped me through so much in my life. Any time I had a terrible day at school and later on at work, I knew I could count on your videos to make me get a smile or laugh. As someone with ADHD, anxiety, and depression it was nice to watch someone who could relate. Thank you so so much for being such a positive energy on the internet. I absolutely love and appreciate everything you’ve done. I’m 21 now and I’ve been watching since I was like 11 or 12. Just know you were a huge help mentally over the years
I've watched you and Mark since high school. I remember how you played Never-ending Nightmare, and I can't tell you how often I'd watch that video just to hear you talk and not feel so alone. You've been such a pillar for so many people, and I hope you know how many people you've truly helped. We are forever grateful for you
Im definitely more of a quiet follower. i dont normally comment on videos, but i feel like i should say something now. We all love you Jack, we care about you and just want to see you happy. If youtube doesnt make you happy anymore, i personally would much rather see you doing other things. I would absolutely LOVE to support you in your other adventures, granted im not a MASSIVE fan of coffee, BUT i do have family that is 😅. Im really glad you spoke out on this and gave us a bit of a headsup on where you are, youve grown so much over the years and Im glad I got to be a part of it. Thank you Jack for everything you've done and given to us, we all love you and want the best for you. And Im sure wherever you go, the support will be there ❤️.
dude, I have been watching your content along with so many of the pretty much OG RU-vidrs versus for so many years bro And my love for it has never diminished I love your old content. I love your new content it will always hold such a special place in my heart.
"I struggle with just existing" mannnnnnn I feel that so hard. Like on a daily. Life's often overwhelming. I completely understand that struggle. And I hope you know that you speaking about this so openly really helps people feel heard and not so alone in these thoughts because it can get so damn heavy sometimes. The older I get the more I lean towards you(channel) and your personality because it's real and less fake for entertainment. Idk how to explain but its meant as a compliment. I'll always try to support you. Much love 🖤
I remember when those comments about your dad happened, it was absolutely vile. The internet can be an awful place to be so I doubt anyone expects you to do this forever, but hopefully you can keep having fun with it while you're still here
I didn't get exposed to that at all and had no idea it was ever a thing, what a horribly vile thing to do, oh my god. I know the internet can be a very disgusting place but hearing him talk about this really shook me.
Ah dude. A random stranger like me leaving a RU-vid comment isn't gonna do anything for you but I've been watching you for so long, almost from the start. I've seen the different styles you do and I like them all. I'll always watch no matter what and when you quit youtube I'll still watch all your vids. Night in the woods is like my special I watch many times a year. I enjoy listening to the podcast too. You do you man, you do you.
I truly think this is part of the reason as wholesome as it is. He loves his community, but as an adhd person its incredibly hard to have the compassion to talk with everyone
I think this is normal. What happens is you now have more competitors and new content creators coming in and people start to try out other channels etc. It can also be a case of you simply being burned out or your passion is not as up there anymore. Then there's also age, not only you but those who have been watching you has also been growing older and changing so they cant no longer be the same teenager watching jacksepticeye after school because now they might have a family or other priorities. Ultimately I think that passion is what really drives people even if there are barriers and bad days.
I have been watching you since 2014 I believe. Your videos got me through so much, giving me something to look forward to and giving me an escape from the reality I lived in. It was never about the content. It was about you. Watching a like minded individual find himself and grow and become someone they wanted to be. You were, and still are, an absolute inspiration and something of an idol. Maybe not ‘idol’, that word can be problematic, a role model seems better. You taught me to be myself, to love what I do, to be a good person with a big heart. I don’t think I would be the person I am today without your content. And here you are, growing and learning and coming to terms with things about yourself. And in doing so, you are STILL teaching me about growing into the best version of yourself. Whether you leave RU-vid or not, I will be here happy to consume ANY content you put out. Whether or not you take on bigger projects, I will be here watching and ready to support you with all my heart. You’re an amazing person Seàn, an amazing person who has always been there for the people around him and helped the people around him. No one, and certainly not myself, will be upset if you decide to go off on different adventures. We’ll all be here, cheering you on. ☺️❤️
Unus Annus has already taught me not to get too attached to anything because a lot of things don't last. in the end Sean should and likely will move on to the next step in his life, and true fans will be very happy for him
That was the true purpose of Unus Annus. Preparing up for the inevitable-seeing people and creators many of us have known for years leave. These wonderful creators know almost none of us, and yet they feel like trusted friends to their viewers. It sucks because you realize the connection you have with these people is kept up completely by them, and there’s nothing you can do to get them to stay in your life once they decide to leave.
@@IcycleBicycle then I think you missed the point. Obviously the majority of the content was silly nonsense, but from the very start the idea of the channel was founded on its impermanence. It’s going to leave in exactly one year. Just like how our favorite creators will eventually grow tired and leave too. There might not be a clock to mark the end of their channels, but a timer is ticking nonetheless. For a lot of them, it’s gone off now.
Rest assured, we mean “take your time” as in, you do what you need to do for you and your mental health Sean! We still check everyday for an update but we don’t feel the need to pressure you while you’re needing a break. ❤ We love you Sean! I’m glad we still have you a while longer.
We love you, Jack, none of us want you to leave obviously but when it gets to the point that u need to we don't want u to feel like u have to stay U have been amazing for so many people and u really have made differences in peoples life, u helped me get through the death of my dad, and u comforted me in my worst moments You have made such an amazing difference in the world, in people's lives, even in Ireland (where I live) we all love u and support everything u do and we are always here for support ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I'm 38 years old, and you have really helped me explore my mental health. It's folks like you that really have helped normalize men taking control of our mental health on this platform. Thank you for the journey. The world needs more people like you.
Jack jack jack I know you might never read this but dude, you carried me through life your positive attitude your high energy and your funny jokes and content was all I watched when I was young, I’ve been with you ever since you were in the cabin with the blue background I remember the green hair era and the flat cap. Brother I am in college now and to hear someone who I viewed as always positive and who I looked up to being so unsure in his greatness is crazy to me jack you’re the best and you have a community of people who love you, sure I haven’t watched your videos like I used to but man you’re always in our hearts and minds
I have been watching the jacksepticeye channel since the deadpool playthrough, seeing the seasons in jack's life has gave me a lot of hope for the future when my mental illness has flared up. Jack, your content has always been my favorite to watch, the joy and positivity you have is infectious. I can see how genuine and compassionate you are, thank you for all of it 🫶💕 As a fellow ADHD, anxiety, and depression guy, your content makes me feel so seen and safe. Your PMA content really helped me at the time, and i regularly go back to my favorite 7yr old videos. When you get around to retiring know that the many people you have impacted will miss you and pray for your success! Stay leaky!! (also top of the morning coffee is so good?? Just placed my second order after finishing the coffee sampler. If anyone hasnt got it yet, its so worth it. The tea was great too!!!)
Thanks for opening up Sean. You are so appreciated by so many of us, we aren’t always vocal about it but I promise you that we’re here! There’s so many of us who adore you and will enjoy whatever you put out :)
Please don't delete any of your videos when you do chose to retire! While you're on break, while you're enjoying an extra day for yourself. I have throughly enjoyed your old videos time and time again. Now a days when i see you post a bee video its like "Oh! Jack made a new video!" I'm the same age as you are! And my sister introduced me to your videos when you had just moved from the cabin! It was wild to think that we"re the same age and to see how you've grown, and how you've changed me as adults! I have your PMA merch! And honestly it would be AMAZING if you pushed out that merch again! I know everyone says "This cured my depression!" But that PMA pin & Tshirt i have, make me smile no matter how bad my days feel!! I always thought you were like Robin Williams, and i was like "i dont understand how this man is so positive & so full of energy all the time!" And wow! It's comforting a bit to hear that you have depression. (Thats so fucked up to say isnt it) Somtimes its nice to just lay in your bed, breath and feel your blankets under you. Just breath & listen to the sounds around you. It really helps when depression starts getting harder to deal with. We're all here for you! Wither you make more content or if you just cruise and enjoy life.❤ We all love you Seán!
I don’t think he would do that. Don’t worry. He knows how much people care about him and he’s made a lot of good memories with the videos, he would want them to stay.
I have never heard of a Creator ever doing this ever. Why would he delete his videos? And no Unas Anus (I don't remember how it's spelled) is not a good example. That's what channel about & that was part of the whole point of the channel. Not everything lasts forever and they were supposed to be deleted to represent that. It was literally part of the project in representing what the channel was about. Otherwise, just wiping somebody's entire Channel after turning it into a career and retiring it's not something really anybody does. The only one who does that is RU-vid themselves and that's only if they get too many unfair guideline or copyright strikes.
Sean. I watched you for the last 10-11 years. Whatever decision you make in the end. When the day does come when you need to retire. Thankyou for everything, for being such and honest and open person. Especially over the internet which is difficult to do. Being able to connect with people you don’t know but being able to see their input correlating with whatever you talk about and post. You’ve helped people grow, change, through personal life struggles as well. Even though I don’t know you and I can’t consider you being a friend due to the fact of a personal relationship. But I can Thankyou for the laughs and your personal sacrifices you’ve made to do this content and choosing this career path. You’ve made such amazing memories for me in my life along with millions of others,I cannot stress enough how much I appreciate you. Thankyou for being such an amazing person and a genuine soul🤙
I’ve been watching u since I was like 11 and I’m 22 tomorrow lol. I don’t watch u everyday like I used to but I do come back and binge watch the channel every now and then. Either way whatever u choose to do I will always appreciate u and ur content, u have showed a lot of us how to be a loving,caring person just thru a screen! I hope I could be a sliver of influential as u man. Thank u for everything and I’m sorry you have gone through so much hardship, I dont care if u do RU-vid but I do care if you’re happy man cuz you have made millions happy for so long!
Even though I’m also a silent fan (too shy to comment, couldn’t always afford merch or attend shows), the impact of your channel and style of content has and will always be felt on RU-vid. You were one of the originals, up there alongside Jenna, Mark, Felix, MattPat, and all the rest. Change is terrifying and seeing all the ogs slowly retiring and stepping away from the spotlight is such an indescribable feeling. There’s so much grief because we all grew up together, built a community, and watched you grow as well. But there’s also acceptance because we knew this wouldn’t and couldn’t last forever. Everything comes to an end and we understand completely that you need to move onto the next chapter. It’s so easy to get stuck in a cycle, but it takes so much strength and courage to move forward. We love you and we’ll miss you when the day comes, Sean. Just please stay healthy and be around for a long time. We’ll support you in whatever and wherever you go. ❤❤❤
I have ADHD, anxiety and depression my brain is a mess all the time. It's hard to always compare yourself to everyone else I'm a perfectionist as well so I will get completely paralyzed by fear or doing something wrong.
I am 38 years old. There is no one around me in my age range, save for my boyfriend, who shares my interests, video games, raunchy corny amazing jokes. Its very very lonely. Your content is like spending time with a friend. It reminds me that I'm not alone. There are people like me and its okay to enjoy the things I enjoy. Watching you, and Mark, and Arin and Dan, and Rhett and Link, help me to be okay being happy with the nerdy, silly, "childish" humor and content that I like. Liking games and silliness isnt childish and other adults enjoy it too. So thank you for being a core reason that i dont feel so alone. Thank you.
You dont have to make friends in just your age group but I do understanding wanting to have friends close to your age i feel the same way but just know your not alone and there are people out there just like you who like the same things you do or have the same sense of humor as you do and people who like watching RU-vid or watching the same kind of things you like to watch and playing similar games like you. I'll be 24 in june but i understand the way you feel and you are seen and also not alone😊🤪🥰
@@skye1038 There are tons of people like you, it's all about finding them! Join groups of people in your area with similar interests (online groups, physical events like cons etc)
I've been watching your channel since I was 11 years old, I'm turning 23 this year. Your channel played a huge part of my life, I'm a die hard fan of yours to the end séan. You never fail to make me smile and laugh.
Don’t go jack you helped me through so many things I started watching you when I was young and now I just turned 20 you mark and all the others help me laugh when my grandpa was in the hospital I will always be thankful I love you guys and I love you
The last part Sean said of " my minds a mess and I don't really know how to deal with it most of the time" definitely resonates with me. Honestly I've been watching this channel for years now. Always enjoyed how down to earth and open Sean has been, especially about mental health. Life can get draining.
Either way we'll be here for him. It feel weird in a way like we've been friends for the longest time. So I can't blame em if they want to move on but I'll still be here for em.😅
I relate with that a LOT as well. I feel like I'm constantly a mess. It's pretty self-inflicted because of my actions though. I need to work on myself more.
Feeling that way doesnt make you any different mate. Iv been fighting off deep dark thoughts and the stupid mentality of overthinking every day of my life. I get regular moments of terror and torment and iv developed silly habits like worrying about my breathing. forcing myself to burp to the point where it hurts. Sounds ridiculous but anxiety is a horrible thing but i put all that rubbish aside and focus on caring for the people that care about me. It keeps me going. I still barely sleep and hate going outside but i pushed myself into a new job and took up therapy after years and just having someone understand the directionless thinking is great personally. I wish you all the best and just remind yourself theres billions of others out there in the world. we all go through this life together. Having emotion is a reassurance for me and should be for you too, no matter how ridiculous it can be, it shows youre human after all. My main takeaway would be regularly bring yourself back to reality whether its sitting alone or with others and remember where you are and who you are. Zoning out for years without focusing on that makes it hit harder when it does. Family and friends are everything and you can only go so low before you have to come back up again. One love, Aitch.
I'm grateful for all the joy you have shared. I can't imagine doing all that work. Even in a setup like Game Grumps where they have staff to help the cogs move and filter what comments reach them it's still so much. Live life and be happy. Thank you for sharing so much with us. Thank you for surviving the hard times. Thank you for taking care of yourself. You've inspired a lot of people to do the same.
You're probably one of the only 2 youtubers I search up and look for what I want to watch from the channel. There isn’t a day when I DON'T visit your channel. Whenever you take breaks. I scroll down and look for unwatched stuff. I just binge. You, Markiplier and DanTDM literally raised me. Hoping your retirement doesn’t come too early..
I enjoy the youtuber you've grown into being. I love watching your long plays. I love watching you goof with your friends when you do. You're valid in all your feels, my guy. You're honestly doing just lovely.
As somebody who also has depression and severely struggles with motivation. The fact that you experience that as well and seeing how far you’ve come even with all of that. You’ve been one of my biggest inspirations in my life to push me to achieve my goals despite my motivational challenges. When I’m running low one of my thoughts has always been. Sean has similar issues. He manages to push through and do what he does. I can make one more call at work. I can go start that computer build. I can make it one more day and spend 5 more minutes to make this goal of mine closer to a reality. Sean you just need to simply exist. Do what you enjoy. People will always follow suit and though yes there will always be those butt heads that spread hate there are always going to be people who follow and keep up just to see you be you. Despite anything and everything else. If it’s decided that it’s better for your health to step away or change the content to make yourself feel happier and more fulfilled then do it. People will follow simply because they like you for who you are. There will be people who say I miss the old Jack or whatever but they really just miss their own nostalgia of how they felt and where their life was. You follow YOUR dreams and you will always have a fan base for Sean McLaughlin. Not for Jackcepticeye but you YOU. YOUR FANS will always be here. Try to step away from all the business views. Focus on self happiness. You will never lack online family that loves who you are. Loves your insight and energy. Knowing you are also struggling when you are humanizes you. F the haters. Those who love who you are outnumber them thousands to 1. Do what’s best for you. Not for us. Those of us who are real will follow no matter what.
I’ve been here since you were living in the woods in Ireland. I bought your eye plushy as soon as it came out and gushed when you liked my photo on tumblr. I’ve watched your ups and downs throughout the years, and while I look forward to your content and am constantly watching old playthroughs, if you’re not happy, this is your life, not ours. If you leave, we will miss you terribly, but don’t keep going to the detriment of your happiness. You have THIRTY MILLION SUBSCRIBERS for a reason. You are loved and wanted. Please don’t doubt that. It breaks my heart hearing how hard you are on yourself. You genuinely have one of the best channels on RU-vid, and are a wonderful person. Please don’t misread our comments of understanding when you need breaks as us not caring. We care about you a lot, Sean. Ugh god I remember the comments about your dad. Can’t even imagine how that felt. I’m so sorry. ❤️ we will support you in whatever direction you go in.
Yeah, been watching since then as well. And even back then, when I was but a wee lad, I already had the thought that he wouldn't be around forever. I also remember what happened with his dad and I am very disappointed at my fellow people of my generation for doing such things.
@@Jackieb741 I started watching Jack a long time ago but stopped for a few years. I rediscovered this whole side of RU-vid in 2020-2021. I wish I had never stopped watching him though!
I'm so glad you addressed early in the video that you weren't retiring YET. It will be a sad, sad day whenever it happens, but I will continue to look forward to your videos in the meantime. Thanks for everything you do! You are loved ❤
Im so grateful for all of the time and effort you have put into RU-vid Sean. When you leave we will miss you greatly but im sure wherever you end up we will still look for your creativity in the world. I love how loud and energetic you are. As a fan i hope you feel fulfilled, happy, healthy and loved in whatever you decide to do.
Sean watching your videos have been some of the best moments of my childhood, I found myself waiting for your next video. No matter which video I watched or In what mood I was you always made me laugh and you still continue to do every day. Thanks Sean for all the year's of joy you have brought to me
jack, when you said in the beginning about questioning whether or not we miss you during breaks it broke my heart. as someone who has grown up watching you, you have taught me so much about myself. you've brought me so much light. you're such a genuine good person. if you want to retire, you've brought so much good to the world, and you should be so proud of what you've done for charity and what you've done for the community. the past ten years of watching you have been so much fun. i started watching you when i was ten, and im turning twenty this year. thank you for being there when i needed you 🫶🏻
I’m a pretty silent enjoyer of your channel, but I just want to say that I always look forward to your videos! Your personality is just right up my alley and I just love seeing you appear on my screen. I’m glad the time for you to go isn’t yet and that I have more time to spend with you and your videos.
Over the years, its relatable and hits close to home ❤ crazy how much everyone has grown and going threw life just like everybody else. Keep your head up you got this 🥰
Ive been watching for ages and I just wanted to say, you deserve to do what you want to do, I'd love to see your future works and arts. Thank you for all your entertainment over the years, it helped me get through alot of stresses and struggles. You deserve the best.
The clip of the crowd was literally me 😭😭😭 I was so scared. You and Mark are the only reason I even watch RU-vid anymore and I would be so crushed to lose you guys. Regardless of what you guys do, I'll always support it of course! But I don't know if I'm ready yet lol. I would mourn your channel as if I lost a close friend. It's been really rough these past years, but watching you guys flourish and achieve so much has been every reason to keep trying to achieve my goals. Thank you for being you!
I think the good in all of this is, I don't think Mark is CAPABLE of leaving youtube. His personality just wouldn't allow it, he can't LOSE to the youtube, he'd sooner make his own RU-vid than stop making videos.
