Quitting Engineering was a HUGE Mistake 

As an electrical engineer who experienced a layoff in 2018 after 25 years of service, I can empathize with your current situation. Despite the good pay, I was exhausted from the constant stress and feeling burnt out. Though I tried exploring a different career path, I ultimately returned to engineering after being away from the industry for almost four years. I understand the challenges you're facing and admire your resilience. Don't let the haters get you down; your videos are interesting and informative, and I appreciate them. Keep pushing forward, my friend!

Im not going to pretend like this video didn’t shock me. Over the years I’ve built you up in my head to be impervious to these kinds of things. I’ve always been fascinated by your level of commitment to every thing you’ve taken an interest in and in my opinion that’s your most powerful characteristic. If you hadn’t posted this video, I would have continued the unchecked assumption that you know what you’re doing because you know what you want. But you are just human. Regardless, I know for a fact that those powerful characteristics about you, are real and will be the driving force behind whichever decision you make.

I continue to believe that the best part of your RU-vid content is your honesty

Don’t quit here. You’re a natural. Not everyone has the gift of making interesting and casual/honest youtube videos. I for one enjoy the variety of content. I like seeing your perspective of things. A mix of funny and thoughtful.

I've been watching you casually for years. Thank you for making this difficult heartfelt video. And thank you for the great content you have made for years. And just because you are an ex engineer does not make you an ex valuable man! That's awesome your girlfriend gave you such an awesome gift helping you get better by finding a doctor in Taiwan.

Please don’t quit many of us love you and proud of what you come along.

we love you bro, keep pushing.

I quit engineering 12 years ago and haven't yet been inspired to go back. During the time I worked, I saw the profession go from something with good work/life balance, to one that completely takes over one's time and energy. While I could've picked better stocks, I'm not complaining about having time to enjoy life. Perhaps the biggest thing I miss about the office is the community and camaraderie, but in a remote-work world, that might be hard to find again anyway. The Internet can be cruel, I've attracted some serious hate from seemingly innocuous posts on Reddit or Facebook. Everyone's challenges and desires are different, if you don't have enough money for the life you want, or are facing medical challenges, maybe looking for work again is the right answer.

Just want to say, super super shocked, because it's youtubers like you who have motivated me throughout the years to be frugal, hard working with the dream that being a full time content creator is the ultimate goal. But I really do appreciate your honesty, it came at a good time. I was feeling a bit upset with my own job, but knowing that the grass is not always greener on the other side helps a lot. Thank you so much for your transparency, it helps a lot! (and omg, yes, the doctors is Taiwan work some legit magic!! I love the healthcare in Taiwan).

I’m proud of you!!! Keep up the great work!!! ❤

Been following you for years. Sorry to hear that you’ve been going thru such difficult times, but happy that you things are getting better! Keep it up!

We have LOVED you videos for years!!! Still practice many of your ideas even now!❤

Long time lurker, just wanted to say that I've always enjoyed watching your videos and appreciate the effort and honesty you bring. Everyone needs a creative break at times.

There are a lot of hateful people out there with nothing better to do than throw shade at others, I think from a place of envy. I recently retired, and your videos helped inspire me to take the steps to retire early, and kept me motivated during periods of my own self doubt. Thanks for putting yourself out there, and ignore the haters!

Glad you are feeling better and your rash was healed. Thank you for your honesty and I really appreciate your sharing your story with us. There are even greater things ahead for you. Most people don't understand the challenges of your work and those who do don't share about it much. Thank you for sharing your life with us!!

It's sad that RU-vid invests so much into ways to retain their viewers eyes but so little to protect creators. This shouldn't be happening, RU-vid has been around long enough to have something already in place. You'll get through this brother

Thank you for sharing what you've been going through, dude.

I always appreciate you and your videos. Stay strong!

Thanks for being so transparent and sharing your journey. I'm shocked to hear you're in this position but I'm really glad you shared it so I know how to avoid

Appreciate the transparency. Sounds rough. Sorry you’re going through that. Hope you’re able to weather the storm. 👍👍

I wish you great health . Love the content and I hope you bring us more. You definitely have a unique take on life and it’s inspirational.

Thanks for being so honest. It's much appreciated, regardless of what you decide to do in the future. Take care of yourself 💕

BTB you are a great person, please be strong! We love your videos 🍀🌻

Love your videos. Best of luck to you.

Hi BTB! Long time subscriber. I enjoy your videos. You helped me removed my contact lens when I was in anxiety mode. Your instructions was clear and straight to the point. Hang in there. Everybody has there lows. Hope you feel better.

❤️your videos!! Especially travel videos. Do what’s best for you and nobody else.

Health issues are rough...i hope your get healthy brotha. Enjoyed your videos since 2017.

Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. It’s a shame that people go out of their way to not be kind to someone that contributes to RU-vid in such a meaningful way. You are appreciate by many and I hope you receive it

Thank you for making this video. It really resonates. I hope you keep pushing forward.

Keep up the video's I really enjoy them. The folding of a package was a first for me and very interesting. Learned something new! I love how you put things in your point of view. Keep up the good work

You're a huge inspiration! Take care!

I admire your honesty. Thank you!

I am following you for years and I am always looking forward to your new videos.

Hi, I doubt you will read this but if you do, I want you to know this: I look up to you as a role model. You’re like the brother I never had. You’re so knowledgeable about so many areas that I care about: saving money, being cheap, understanding electronics, being a “do-it-yourself” kind of guy. I aspire to be more like you. I don’t think I could accomplish what you have on RU-vid because you’ve created so much practical content and amassed quite a lot of subscribers. Please take care of yourself and your mental health, even if it means not reading anymore RU-vid comments and/or taking a break from the platform. Even if you decide to return to engineering, please take care of yourself. You’ve explained previously your bad experiences in industry and I hope that you’re not going back into that toxicity. I genuinely hate the people who post hate comments on the internet because they offer no positive contribution. I really wish that I was able to accomplish what you have because if I did, my situation would be better.

Just want to let you know that I really love your videos. Please continue to make these great videos, and continue to be you!

I appreciate your honesty and the videos. You are a good man. Thank you

Thanks for sharing. Also I love your random videos similar to the present wrapping video! Hope you will continue :)

New subscribe here from Australia. Please don't quit. Love your videos!

I love your videos. I don’t really comment much but I always watch and I enjoy your content when I see a new one pop up. Keep doing you and staying healthy and strong and find ways to push yourself. You have a strong mindset and are a really smart person you got this

watching you for the first time, youre doing a great job. DONT GIVE UP!!

Youve got great communication skills and a logic brain. Been following for a while. Thank you.

I was one of the first 100 subscribers. In the time since I started watching you and since you quit your engineering job, I've completed 4 years of study as an electrical engineer. I find the experiences you share valuable, even if they're not always what I agree with or what I want it's still another perspective.

Sorry to hear what has happened! Stay strong!

Hey BTB, I’ve been enjoying your videos for years. You are definitely more creative and think a little different (in a good way) than some people, and that probably brings out the haters. Opening up and talking about it should help. Keep doing what you want to do, it’s your life.

Damn bro, wishing you the best!

I'm sorry you've gone through this, we are all human at the end of the day. I understand hate comments, I get them too, they really do affect you no matter how hard you try not to. You definitely don't deserve hate, I can't understand why anyone would, I love your videos and have been watching you since 2017/18...you're a huge inspiration to me and many others. Please don't ever stop making videos.

You've done so much for so many. Being a Creator in the public is definitely not easy and taking care of yourself comes first! You have many supporters and people you're constantly inspiring. Take care!

I enjoy your videos keep on making them.

I've been watching your videos for many years, I don't usually comment but I really like your videos, you always present well thought out ideas. I hope you find your way and feel better. Greetings from Chile

I find your videos interesting and informative. You are making a difference in the lives of others and have gained much respect from your viewers. Do not allow the haters to get you down. You are appreciated. Keep up the good work and may you be happy in all that you do.

You can do this! Supporting you! There's honestly so many haters out there it's so sad 😭

I wish you all the best. You're great! Your videos on finances really helped me get my act together. Take care

Thank you for speaking so openly!

I love your videos and have often wondered what happened to you--I especially love your sense of humor. Hang in there it's always darkest before the dawn! Even though you’re going through hardships in life there is light at the end of the tunnel! You are strong and you will come through this!

Keep Pushing !!!

We love and respect you, Francis. To hell with the haters! It takes courage to share your vulnerability. Thank you! Just know you're an inspiration to SO many people.

I found your channel a while back when you made your salary in engineering video. It was super helpful as I was considering changing jobs. Thanks for all the content over the years.

I've seen your videos here and there over time and I love your content. Keep pushing! Wish you the best of luck. I find your videos very valuable and I really appreciate your insight. Hope this helps! :)

Appreciate the transparency

Thank you, we all need honest man like you

Do what you think is best for you king. We all have regrets in what we do, we’re only human. We can only do what we think is best for ourselves in the moment. You truly are in inspiration to watch as a 23 year old myself. I have learned a lot from your videos. Focus on yourself and do what makes you most happy.

Hey, Francis. I'm sorry you're going through this. I'm glad to hear from you and do wish you the best. The pandemic really took a toll on everyone in every aspect. It's frustrating but it'll change slowly. Give it some time and keep your hand up :)

Be encouraged. We are subscribed to you because we like you. I think you are really funny! Sometimes, when I'm exhausted after working my IT job, you'll say something funny that brightens my day. I think you should do a series of videos of you trying various volunteer opportunities that peek your interests.

You are awesome and thanks for the content. You are on the correct path. It's never too late to go back if you want, but I know you enjoy the freedom. Keep it up.

hope you are feeling better these days. 💕 love your videos, all of them! But especially the food ones.

Lurker here, don't give up! I love your content!! 🥰

Your videos are great! I enjoy them and you change many peoples lifes to the positiv. Keep making these videos!

We ❤ love you man. For every 1 negative energy there’s hundreds of us who keeps returning for your videos . Keep it theres hundred reasons to keep positive . We got your back.

been watching you for a while and bummed to see this video and saddened to hear you so beat from the hate comments! whatever is in the works for you in the future we fully support and stand behind you! very appreciative of the wisdom and food for thought from your videos throughout the years

Good vibes! To you. And everyone. Only positivity! 🙂

I really like your videos! I appreciate what you do.

I appreciate you 👍 been watching for many years

Hang in there!!

This breaks my heart 😢 I have loved your videos for years and started my financial journey because of you. My daughter is an Instagram Influencer and she doesn't read her comments because she doesn't want to read the hate comments. You have to be such a strong person to do what you do and that is commendable. Much love to you ❤️ and I hope you find some relief with your symptoms. 🥰

You’re an intelligent person and you’re in a position to apply yourself in many ways other people can’t, not necessarily returning to an office engineering life.

Great videos! You're doing awesome job.

Hey Francis, don't forget how challenging the 9-5 grind was. In my experience, the 9-5 career grind doesn't get easier. It gets harder and harder until you get laid off or you make it to traditional retirement. I think you might have had to deal with the challenges of a full time job on top of the challenges you have now.

Please take care of yourself we love you! You changed my life

Your anecdotal videos are the best!

Thanks for being honest. We all have some sort of problem. None of us are perfect

Much love to you man. I really enjoy your videos and ideas. All the best to you- forget the haters.

I really thought this was going to be a click bait video. I really appreciate your honesty on everything.

im so happy for you, i can relate to you on the health issues being debilitating.

I've been a long time fan for 5+ years. You're f*cking awesome bro.

Wish you well man, please don’t let the hate destroy you

Don't feel too bad. It is nothing personal, everyone has people that hate them for some reason and there will always be people that just whine about everything. They come to criticize you, and then they will do the same in other videos, because they dont have anything to contribute so they want to bring down people that actually do something useful

Should hear the things people say to me. Appreciate the honesty on this video, it takes a lot be put yourself out there.

I really like your channel!! I have watched your channel for a few years. I get your message. People suck sometimes. Keep going!! I enjoy your content.

Long term subscriber here, you don't know for sure working 9-5 would have been better, maybe the allergy could have affected it as well. Given the infinite amount of activities we can do and most of them more enjoyable than making RU-vid videos, it's amazing that you're so focused and dedicated on creating on a regular basis to help, entertain and educate other people. Thank you!

I appreciate you Francis!!

As someone new trying to get into being a RU-vidr thanks for sharing this, and letting me know mentally how to brace myself moving forward

Glad you are taking care of your mental health. ❤ stay well

Take care of yourself man, glad to hear what's up and I'm super glad you're feeling better (at least in terms of your skin). I don't watch every video but I always enjoy the content you produce and seeing your journey and growth over the years. You're funny and insightful and probably were a key influence in me going down the FIRE route, a huge influence in my life. Wishing you the best!

I have been watching your videos for years and I like it. I don't comment much. There are silent people who appreciate your work. Thank you.

You're a RU-vid legend, man. Keep pushing!

Wishing you the best

Bro. I feel you. Coming up with content is really difficult! But keep it coming. I've really enjoyed your channel and forget all the haters! You are loved more than internet trolls could ever bring you down! You have my support and tens of thousands of others too!

You are so loved and respected

Good to see you

Just want to tell you are one of the few RU-vidrs that i watch regularly since i was 18 and i turning 22 tomorrow Ur the best !!!