Dale Jr is has got to be the most genuinely cool celebrity of his era. I get the impression that he’s exactly the same guy in front of the camera as the guy that you see pushing his kid on a swing at the playground or grabbing a brew at a sports bar. Just a super good guy
Actually met him at a huge bar / restaurant on New Years Eve 2019 in Asheville North Carolina. Might of been the coolest dude ever. So unassuming and was just hanging out with everyone listening to the live music. Super cool down to earth guy.
You can tell too by how he has anxiety going places and worries if it's his crowd or he'll fit in. That's a very relatable thing for a lot of people and it's refreshing to hear a celebrity talk about it.
It’s really eye opening. I’d never seen anything NASCAR related in my life but I just watched some of his and his fathers’ highlights because of this. What a great guy and great talent.
@@DevilsDiscretionAdvised im speculating, but crosby had a ton of concussions around the same time as earnhardt. probably had the same doctor that he mentioned. dude must know his stuff for both of them to still be healthy to this day
The smartest thing this man did was retire when he knew that it was better that he did. I gained a whole lot more respect for him - and I already had a lot - for doing that.
Yeah, but the dumbest thing he ever did was ignore those symptoms for years and make a journal of them instead of just going to the damn doctor in the first place.
Dude, if your net worth is 400milion u retire before u dont know what to do with all that money. Its not a hard decision at this stage. Its hard to give up when , like Hulk Hogan, you are broke even tho your body is broke u got to keep grinding to make ends meet.
Back in the day this guy was one of the most popular and loved people in not just nascar but in the world and still he had anxiety about fitting in. God Bless you for sharing that Dale I dont feel so alone in this world after all
I THINK MAYBE I SHOULD SEE NEROGIST LIKE MY FAMILY DOCTOR HAS SUGGESTED BECAUSE OF MY BALANCE PROBLEM. I JUST BLAMED IT ON BEING 77. HOW EVER I HAVE HAD A COUPLE HEAD INJURIES WHEN I WAS YOUNGER AND NOTHING DONE ABOUT THEM. THANKS DALE JR. VERY INTERESTING LEARNED ALOT. AND THANKS TO JOE ALSO.
Wow. Dale Jr. Explains thing very well. When he describes something it easy to understand. He is very interesting. I could listen to his story's all day.
Mark Hooker yea it made me feel nauseous hearing all about his symptoms. It blew my mind when he was saying he had two different concussions in a 4 week period. Scary for sure
+69adrummer I was thinking the same thing. From the previous segment/video, Joe said Dale Jr. had a "really good perspective" and it was obvious both Joe and Dale Jr. got along very well. Like "chill" buddies, just a couple of regular guys talking.
@@mikes3827 Yep. I think you hit the nail on the head. Just a couple of regular guys talking in the garage over beers kind of a thing! Have a great week!
@@mikekoz68 I wonder what could have happened to you that would cause you to ridicule someone who has never negatively impacted your life in any way. It must be hard for you to go through life feeling so empty inside. I hope you start feeling better about yourself, man.
Im no brain surgeon. That being said, it sounds to my laymen's ear that this doc figured out where the damage to brain cells occurred and what skills those areas affect. Then developed a plan that remapped or rebuilt the nerve pathways that are necessary for those skills, replacing the damaged areas. Fascinating.
Yeah isnt it kind of freaky how much we are learning about the brain and how it works so recently? When i was a kid i was told i could die if i fell asleep with a concussion!
Yeah, that's what I was thinking...it sounds like it's literally teaching the brain to rewire itself through or around the damaged parts by performing those repetitive actions and physical therapy. Very interesting.
@@Sean-ib2lb I would disagree. To be a cure you need to follow a scientific model and be able to repeat the process. Now maybe like physical Therapy for the mind I could buy but PT does not get you back to 100% . To pass the test is the goal for these guys. There are many ways to pass a test that are outside the box.
True Anxiety and Panic attacks come on for no reason. It is like having a heart attack complete with chest pains and shortness of breath. Most people think it is just like getting nervous it is not.
My first one I ever had happened for no reason, I felt like my tongue was swollen or I was swallowing my tongue. I couldn't breathe, or swallow saliva. I went to the doctor and they told me I'm fine and explained what happened. It was crazy, I couldn't believe it was just a panic attack, I really thought I was dying! I was embarrassed as hell for being brought to the hospital for "no reason" but that shit was intense! Hit out of nowhere for no apparent reason
I have weekly panic attacks absolutely hell no reason whatsoever but like you said they just occur having anxiety and being anxious are completely different everyone gets anxious but actually having general anxiety disorder is so different. Benzodiazepines are not good but they help tremendously although I can’t get a prescription for them I have been giving one or two if you get sent to the hospital for instance I have pseudo seizures from being so stressed and if you’re in public you always end up in an ambulance before you can say no. My first panic attack everyone assumed heart attack and got sent to the hospital it’s a hell on earth many people don’t understand
I think I've only had one my whole life. It felt like my skin got really cold. My eyes felt like they were burling and I felt frozen and couldn't move an inch for about 15-20 seconds. Once I could move again it felt like I was deathly scared and cold for another minuet as my heart beat fast. It was over thinking I fucked up bad enough at work to be fried on the spot. Turns out I didn't fuck anything up so I made myself panic for no reason.
I don't really like Nascar but Dale and the mythical-"ness" of him and his dad is incredible. He is also EXTREMELY humble and seems like a really cool dude to kick it with
Imagine the success he might have had in that four year stretch from 2012 to 2015 if he hadn't been fighting concussions. He had 84 top tens and 8 victories with an average finish of 11th during that span despite suffering serious concussion symptoms basically the entire time. I can only imagine how that hampered his abilities behind the wheel and he still managed to put up elite numbers the whole time. Right up there with the 2004 chase as one of the biggest what if questions in a great career that had the potential to be legendary
Was never a Jr. Fan, was always a Jeff Gordon Fan. But, this interview has given me so much respect for Jr. When people talk about people they'd love to have a beer with, Jr. Is that guy for me.
I went through the SAME thing with traumatic brain injuries and post concussive syndrome. I was hit by a car, somehow avoided mortal injury but for so long I wish I was simply killed that night. It took a long time to understand why I was feeling that way; why I was being so violent, reclusive and suicidal. Aside from the instant personality changes, there were long lasting damages such as poor impulse control - Long story long, I ended up losing everything, as a lot of us folks do with serious brain injuries, we lose sight of who we used to be and have a difficult time understanding who we are now and who we are becoming. Anyway, good luck to anyone else out, whether you've been beat in the head or not, bless you all :D
@@EazyDuz18 Speaking of who cares... ruclips.net/video/R7mCJR_SPr4/видео.html You went through the trouble of uploading a video of a mild rain storm, thinking people would give a damn about it. Not only that but you think your Hyundai is badass, as well as the Suzuki 50cc chick bike you ride. So lemme ask you... Who cares?
Phocas Buck I wasn’t even talking shit, it was just a joke. But I appreciate you checking out my channel man! I did a few Bowling For Soup covers too if you wanna check it out!
Yupp took the back wheel of my kx250 to the back of my head and had neck and head pain for two weeks. Apparently i was angry and confrontational during that period and a bit after that
Just think of the football players who got a concussion and kept playing and practicing. Dale is bringing awareness to this serious condition, in addition to being a nice all around guy.
Wow, I had no idea, that his situation was that bad, that dude is a stud And i'm glad that he walked away, his physical, mental health is much more important, than racing
He is a legend who knew when to get out of the sport. I wish him and his family a happy life together with no health issues. He has done so much for the sport and other drivers experiencing the same brain injuries!
This is an awesome description of a concussed person. It was amazing how many people do not believe there is anything wrong with you simply because they can't see the injury. Brilliant video. I wish I had found this when I was in need. If you know anyone who is dealing with a concussion please have grace and compassion. The confusion is a prison they know they are in and desperately want to get out of. It is incredibly soul crushing.
Yes Sir loved watchin Sr on Sunday he left no doubt he'd give us 120% its amazing how much I still miss the black #3 all to get Mikey a win & got him killed, the racing world's never
I’m from NC originally, and I saw the Talladega Nights movie on opening weekend. When Dale Jr popped up on screen for his cameo, the entire theater erupted in cheers. None of the other drivers in the movie got that reaction. He’s a rock star in North Carolina, very beloved. People who don’t even watch NASCAR know him and feel protective of him because of how huge his old man was and still is in NC.
Base instincts and skill enable him to do it. I know a race driver who was an alcoholic which meant he was out drinking around a track under the influence and he never once had an incident which is rare in racing.
Its because alot of racing is feel, the feel in the seat of the pants is what helps them control the car. The racing with other cars is the visual part. He didnt run very hard around other cars when he was hurt
Eh, honestly this example seems highly relevant. Maybe this tired joke would work better if he had brought it up in the conversation really egregiously.
People don't realize how much concussions messed up his career. He probably would have won the 2012 championship if he had stayed healthy. He would probably still be racing if he hadn't got hurt so much. No telling what a Dale Jr career would have looked like zero concussions. Brain injury cost Sr his life and Jr his career.
Yep, he got a concussion in one of his very first races in the Busch series in 98. So he was affected and predisposed to more injuries from basically Day 1
What he described is exactly what I went through with my most serious concussion. His was worse than mine but hearing him talk about it brought it all back. So glad he realized his life was more important than staying in the car.
Makes me proud to see the men in our society talking about being vulnerable, especially about brain damage and mental issues related. We are growing better as a people.
Awesome clip, I wish Joe would have more athletes on. I would love to see somebody like Ricky Carmichael, Travis Pastrana or Ryan Villopoto from the motorcross world
Miles Davidson no athlete would ride around in a 700 hp car that’s 130 degrees inside for hours straight at a time, from Feb to Nov. Only a pussy could do it. He most likely sat on the couch and drink beer all of his life for the fame.
@@Jthornton64 NASCAR drivers are definitely not athletes and there's no reason to be offended by. The definition of an athlete is a person who is proficient in sports and other forms of physical exercise and a sport requires physical exertion. A NASCAR driver isn't an athlete just like a videogamer isn't an athlete even though that gamer twiddles his/her thumbs, which involves physical exertion, and may possess a fair amount of skill
I’m so glad you interviewed jr because I’ll never get to meet him and ever have this much time to talk to him like you have. Keep up the great work joe
Just came across this amazing conversation for some reason and became glued to it. it's not often I become this focused but to listen to how Jr explains all of this was amazing. As a fan of his it gave me so much insight to things I really knew nothing about or never took the time to seek out. Now, knowing so much of the detail and what he went through, I am glad he walked away from driving. On the other hand, he worries me for his future and what may lay ahead in his later years. With God's grace I hope Jr never has to know and continues to do what makes him happy. What a great guy who has been through so much openly in the public eye because of who he is, I think what you see right here is really seeing him as the absolute person he is. His father would be so proud of him for becoming the man, the person he is without question. This was an amazing clip, just amazing.
Wow this is amazing. I had surgery to remove a pituitary tumor 3 years ago. I’ve been dizzy and have had vision problems ever since. They tell me everything looks fine and they don’t know what’s wrong. Listening to him talk about his symptoms I felt like I was listening to me. I’m going to research and start this gaze stabilization rehab ASAP!
Wow, great interview and the information taken away from this interview has been very informative and most importantly, helpful to me. I grew up at a time where if you got hurt you were expected to shake it off and go back to whatever you were doing. I've realized that this sort of mentality, if used too much, can really prevent us from helping ourselves when we really need it. I think Dale Jr is a good example of that as well as I know I am as well. I think there is some mental toughness when it comes to pushing yourself but I think what keeps us from seeking help is fear. Not so much as the fear of the unknown when you go to a Dr. but you also have the other fears of not being able to be and do the things you are accustomed to doing because you know you will possibly need to change due to the injury or medical condition. So yeah, thank you so much as you can tell this interview has enlightened me a great deal.
This is such an valuable vid! Jr takes a deep dive into life with TBI with tons of ideas and useful info. I’m taking notes on the therapies he’s done to find out what might still be useful for me, 25 yrs after my initial TBI and 10 years after shunt surgery.
He's a product of North Carolina. Him and his family are cool people. Every now and then you hear about him riding around in Mooresville NC. I live ten minutes away. Very cool dude.
Strength & pride in ones self is a hell of thing. So much of what Dale Jr. said really resonated with me. Thank you so much for having this podcast. This really woke me up to the facts of some things I've personally been dealing with. My family & I live in Houston. I slipped on the ice & busted the back of my head while playing with my kids at the park across the street from my house last January after a winter storm. It almost knocked me unconscious. I've been blind sided off my feet during a football game & or taken plenty of punches to the head when I was a teenager/young man and had never been close to being knocked out. Always prided myself on having a "think skull" or a "strong chin" as my Dad called it. However the evening I fell on the ice was a totally different experience. My wife was out of town & it was just me and the kids the night I fell on the ice. I tried to pop back up but knew something was wrong & only went to one knee. Even as foggy as I was at the time, I still knew I was still on the ice & the last thing I needed was to fall & hit my head again. So I gathered myself for a minute & then slowly gathered myself & got back up. Once off the ice I walked back across the street to my house & stood at the tailgate at the back of my truck. I didnt want to scare my wife so I didnt call her so I went to call my brother to come by for a little bit. When I started to dial his number I mentally started playing the conversation I was about to have with my brother & stopped before I called him because I realized that I couldn't remember why my wife was out of town (she went to spend the night with her parents who live closer to the town she had business meetings in the next day). I knew I couldn't call him because it would have scared him just bad as my wife. So I started running through why she might be gone. It took me a full 5 minutes to realize where she was & why she was gone. Ive had a hard time remembering things & I've been hiding just how serious this actually was. Thank you for sharing this. I'm biting the bullet & scheduling an appointment tomorrow. CHRIS
Give yourself some credit man.. don't gotta be so tough all the time, ya know.. 10 foot tall and bullet proof. Your a human being.. you have complex weird systems & shit running all throughout your body and the way it all works together is truly amazing, it deserves & demands a lot of respect & attention, take care of it just like it takes care of you.. letting you live your life the way you want and do & enjoy the fruits of this life.. its okay to admit weakness, its okay to ask for help.. you will be glad you did in the long run! Get the best quality of life, you could possibly have for yourself! Good luck man, God bless you & your family!
There's no shame in being hurt. You need to give yourself time to heal and do physiotherapy. You can't tough out a concussion just like you wouldn't run on a broken leg.
Big Dale Jr fan here. I read his book. And have heard other interviews with him about this subject. It's really cool to hear him cuss and really be comfortable with Joe. With this concussion stuff in not just NASCAR but all motor sports, I thought with his book and all the subsequent interviews and discussions about his deal we would have seen other drivers speak up. I haven't really seen a driver other than Dale say anything about being hurt. It shows how hard it is like with any sport, that once you reach a certain level you're probably scared shitless that you could lose everything you worked for because of it.
I had an ear infection last year that led to disturbances in my balance. I was at work one day and the world started spinning in circles so badly I couldn't even stand up. It lasted for probably an hour and I remember feeling like I was going to have a panic attack at the same time. It was absolutely awful. I still have moments where it feels like there's motion when I'm not moving, but haven't had a full on vertigo attack since. My coworkers said my eyes were darting back and forth repeatedly, and it makes sense because it looked like everything was spinning counter clockwise and I was trying to focus on something that wouldn't stop moving.
Repeated concussions can also cause what is called CTE which is a form of dementia, a few Rugby league players in Australia have got this years down the track after retiring from many head knocks
This young man had a tremendous weight dropped on his shoulders when Dale Sr passed. That's a load I can't imagine. But he held his head up and soldiered on. That alone is truly commendable. To realize his health is in question and walk away became another enormous weight. Proud of how he handled all of it. KUDOS Dale Jr, well done!
I’m from Pittsburgh and went through the same treatment with dr. Collins. My symptoms weren’t on dale’s level but I had some serious concussion issues. His unit at the university of Pittsburgh are some of the best in the world.
@@chrisdeanjames2898 Right. Because all he does is turn left, and because stock car racing isn't at all difficult. Uh huh. Continue to show us your ignorance.
@@chrisdeanjames2898 they have road courses in nascar, also the cars dynamics are what makes it difficult to drive, they are on the edge of grip the whole time while trying to maneuver around each other, a slight upset in the balance and you end up losing control and crashing, which is what happens all the time lmao.
I been watching Dale Jr for a week or so here on RUclips and a constant thing I hear him say is I can't remember. We love you Jr thank you for doing what you do.
Thank you so much for this video🙏🙏I recently just got a concussion and and struggling with anxiety and thinking something worse was wrong with me. I understand everything and I mean everything he says in this video. Thanks for the video again🙏
Thanks for this info on concussions especially from someone with experience with them. It helped watching this earlier cause my niece got a concussion in an accident. I remembered listening to you guys. Thanks you Joe and Dale jr. You helped somebody. God bless you
Dale. It's awesome someone like you can come out and say you were hurt and getting help. I appreciate it. It's hard to admit because you don't want to feel like less of a man. Very cool
I read Dale Jr.'s book Racing to the finish so I know this story. Very good book and easy to read and really delves into concussions and how each new one you get compounds on the old ones.
Watching this interview made me realize that Dale Jr wasn't just another NASCAR driver, but a very bright and erudite individual. I went and purchased his book.
Taking a humorous point amongst the pain, I loved the "toe-out" reference to Dale's eyes during one treatment. I really appreciate the openness of Dale in educating us about this head injury. I had no idea. Thanks Dale. Now, I enjoy Dale in the booth and on Dirty Mo, and JRE! Thanks Joe. Cheers from Texas.
Joe, thankyou for this interview with Dale, im a huge fan of Nascar - Dale's, the humble nature of this guy is something we never get to see when watching from a far , which is why he was the champion he was. Heal up mate(Dale) we wish you well ! From the Australian fans !!!
His dad was my favorite was going to the Texas race in April for the first to watch dale sr race was devastated when was killed.but Dale Jr. Has been my favorite I haven’t watched NASCAR since he retired and I wanted so much to see him win a Championship but seeing him win most popular race car Driver for 15 straight years made him Championship winner for 15 years.Then listening and watching this interview can understand why he was a Champion for 15 years straight.I think he should be given an Honary Championship cause he was a Champion for NASCAR all those years
Dale Jr is has got to be the most genuinely cool celebrity of his era. I get the impression that he’s exactly the same guy in front of the camera as the guy that you see pushing his kid on a swing at the playground or grabbing a brew at a sports bar. Just a super good guy
Dale has always come across as incredibly genuine.
Actually met him at a huge bar / restaurant on New Years Eve 2019 in Asheville North Carolina. Might of been the coolest dude ever. So unassuming and was just hanging out with everyone listening to the live music. Super cool down to earth guy.
You can tell too by how he has anxiety going places and worries if it's his crowd or he'll fit in. That's a very relatable thing for a lot of people and it's refreshing to hear a celebrity talk about it.
His mother and sister Kelly did a good job raising him
Dale is such a humble , cool guy .
It’s really eye opening. I’d never seen anything NASCAR related in my life but I just watched some of his and his fathers’ highlights because of this. What a great guy and great talent.
he truly is
I like Dale. Not very competitive as we expected with Dale being his dad but a nice guy. I am happy he is living a good life.
That comma really added that depth
Yeah, he is my favorite Nascar driver of all time
Never did I think I’d have Dale Earnhardt Jr explaining concussions to me.
Makes sense. Not sure why anyone would.
You must not watch any hockey
You should read his book "Racing to the Finish" damn good read about Concussions.
Very well too
@@DevilsDiscretionAdvised im speculating, but crosby had a ton of concussions around the same time as earnhardt. probably had the same doctor that he mentioned. dude must know his stuff for both of them to still be healthy to this day
The smartest thing this man did was retire when he knew that it was better that he did. I gained a whole lot more respect for him - and I already had a lot - for doing that.
Are you kidding? He should have retired in 2012 after the first one. He'll be VERY sorry when he's 50-60 and is a vegetable, poor guy.
I was wishing he would have called it quits earlier. he was never going to be better.
Yeah, but the dumbest thing he ever did was ignore those symptoms for years and make a journal of them instead of just going to the damn doctor in the first place.
@@swiftslick Which he admits to. And he tells everyone not to be as dumb as he was
Dude, if your net worth is 400milion u retire before u dont know what to do with all that money. Its not a hard decision at this stage. Its hard to give up when , like Hulk Hogan, you are broke even tho your body is broke u got to keep grinding to make ends meet.
Back in the day this guy was one of the most popular and loved people in not just nascar but in the world and still he had anxiety about fitting in. God Bless you for sharing that Dale I dont feel so alone in this world after all
It seems weird to non-famous people but even Elvis Presley felt the same way.
Great perception man
I THINK MAYBE I SHOULD SEE NEROGIST LIKE MY FAMILY DOCTOR HAS SUGGESTED BECAUSE OF MY BALANCE PROBLEM. I JUST BLAMED IT ON BEING 77. HOW EVER I HAVE HAD A COUPLE HEAD INJURIES WHEN I WAS YOUNGER AND NOTHING DONE ABOUT THEM. THANKS DALE JR. VERY INTERESTING LEARNED ALOT. AND THANKS TO JOE ALSO.
Wow. Dale Jr. Explains thing very well. When he describes something it easy to understand. He is very interesting. I could listen to his story's all day.
I was just saying the same thing to myself....
Dale's description of his symptoms, causes and therapy are fascinating.
Mark Hooker yea it made me feel nauseous hearing all about his symptoms. It blew my mind when he was saying he had two different concussions in a 4 week period. Scary for sure
Damn. I've watched dozens and dozens of Joe's podcasts and I don't remember a guest where he's listened as much as this one. Weird!
Maybe it's cause he has so little to add to the convo idk. Usually Joe talks about stuff he's into
Lol Joe smokes before and during every podcast
+69adrummer I was thinking the same thing. From the previous segment/video, Joe said Dale Jr. had a "really good perspective" and it was obvious both Joe and Dale Jr. got along very well. Like "chill" buddies, just a couple of regular guys talking.
@@mikes3827 Yep. I think you hit the nail on the head. Just a couple of regular guys talking in the garage over beers kind of a thing! Have a great week!
69adrummer probably becauseJoes into fighting. Lots of hits to the head? Probably interested in the whole concussion thing.
I think out of all the celebrity interviews I've ever seen, this is the most honest and genuine. I'd hang out with Jr, he's a good egg.
@26:05 You know you're a racer when you start using suspension setup terms to describe eye problems. "You couldn't physically see my eyes toe'd out"
ian cook I didn’t realize it when he said it but I had quite the laugh reading this
LOL
Lol I noticed
Lol I noticed it too.
lmao ive used toe'd out before too!
Man this is some serious shit. He's such a genuine person and I really hope this can help a lot of people.
Joe Rogan Low Key wakes up every morning wondering when that CTEs gonna kick in
Or is this all a simulation caused by concussions
Or did the robots download his consciousness while he was sleeping.
James Todd oh no the humanoids are starting to figure out the simulation.
@@JohnDoe69986 I say we hang back and let the robots fight the lizard men.
James Todd I’ll bring the alcohol if you bring the snacks
Dale seems like a really cool guy, concussions suck. Hope he can avoid serious CTE damage.
InsidiousSwede Unfortunately he didn’t avoid serious damage, he woke up one day sounding like a hillbilly, poor guy
@@mikekoz68 I wonder what could have happened to you that would cause you to ridicule someone who has never negatively impacted your life in any way. It must be hard for you to go through life feeling so empty inside.
I hope you start feeling better about yourself, man.
@gottabump I never said he was a genius, but calling him dumb is ignorant.
@gottabump I would describe him as having high emotional intelligence. I've never heard him say anything that makes him sound dumb.
Should read the book league of denial
Im no brain surgeon. That being said, it sounds to my laymen's ear that this doc figured out where the damage to brain cells occurred and what skills those areas affect. Then developed a plan that remapped or rebuilt the nerve pathways that are necessary for those skills, replacing the damaged areas. Fascinating.
Yeah isnt it kind of freaky how much we are learning about the brain and how it works so recently? When i was a kid i was told i could die if i fell asleep with a concussion!
Yeah, that's what I was thinking...it sounds like it's literally teaching the brain to rewire itself through or around the damaged parts by performing those repetitive actions and physical therapy. Very interesting.
@@Sean-ib2lb I would disagree. To be a cure you need to follow a scientific model and be able to repeat the process. Now maybe like physical Therapy for the mind I could buy but PT does not get you back to 100% . To pass the test is the goal for these guys. There are many ways to pass a test that are outside the box.
Eh, he just listened and executed when science started learning about neuro plasticity.
True Anxiety and Panic attacks come on for no reason. It is like having a heart attack complete with chest pains and shortness of breath. Most people think it is just like getting nervous it is not.
My first one I ever had happened for no reason, I felt like my tongue was swollen or I was swallowing my tongue. I couldn't breathe, or swallow saliva. I went to the doctor and they told me I'm fine and explained what happened. It was crazy, I couldn't believe it was just a panic attack, I really thought I was dying! I was embarrassed as hell for being brought to the hospital for "no reason" but that shit was intense! Hit out of nowhere for no apparent reason
I have weekly panic attacks absolutely hell no reason whatsoever but like you said they just occur having anxiety and being anxious are completely different everyone gets anxious but actually having general anxiety disorder is so different. Benzodiazepines are not good but they help tremendously although I can’t get a prescription for them I have been giving one or two if you get sent to the hospital for instance I have pseudo seizures from being so stressed and if you’re in public you always end up in an ambulance before you can say no. My first panic attack everyone assumed heart attack and got sent to the hospital it’s a hell on earth many people don’t understand
I think I've only had one my whole life. It felt like my skin got really cold. My eyes felt like they were burling and I felt frozen and couldn't move an inch for about 15-20 seconds. Once I could move again it felt like I was deathly scared and cold for another minuet as my heart beat fast. It was over thinking I fucked up bad enough at work to be fried on the spot. Turns out I didn't fuck anything up so I made myself panic for no reason.
I don't really like Nascar but Dale and the mythical-"ness" of him and his dad is incredible. He is also EXTREMELY humble and seems like a really cool dude to kick it with
My neck began to hurt when he talked about hitting the wall at 185 mph. Damn.
Same with my back
@@GS-kj6ur spinal
I felt a sharp pain in my balls...
Jack Johnson I swear no joke I started to get a headache
That wreck could've been Fatal if not for The Saffer Walls, Hans Device and shit they use now. Junior was damn lucky
Imagine the success he might have had in that four year stretch from 2012 to 2015 if he hadn't been fighting concussions. He had 84 top tens and 8 victories with an average finish of 11th during that span despite suffering serious concussion symptoms basically the entire time. I can only imagine how that hampered his abilities behind the wheel and he still managed to put up elite numbers the whole time. Right up there with the 2004 chase as one of the biggest what if questions in a great career that had the potential to be legendary
Im sure he has no problem trading only a great career for living a great life with his family. Who gives a fuck what could of been. Greedy.
I imagine most of these drivers have to be suffering the same amount of trauma.
@@jbruner17 some definitely were for sure
Good job letting him talk, Joe, and not interrupting
Joe is always good with that
@@GuyFromTheSouth sarcasm? 😂
@@WillingSpade no im serious. He usually lets his guest talk and tell stories.
@@GuyFromTheSouth yeah true.. I guess he just interrupts a lot when he has friends on.
Damn. I've watched dozens and dozens of Joe's podcasts and I don't remember a guest where he's listened as much as this one. Weird!
Was never a Jr. Fan, was always a Jeff Gordon Fan. But, this interview has given me so much respect for Jr. When people talk about people they'd love to have a beer with, Jr. Is that guy for me.
Oh, so you're gay? That's cool, that's cool.
@@JordonTheo ????
@@JordonTheo you look like one
I went through the SAME thing with traumatic brain injuries and post concussive syndrome. I was hit by a car, somehow avoided mortal injury but for so long I wish I was simply killed that night. It took a long time to understand why I was feeling that way; why I was being so violent, reclusive and suicidal.
Aside from the instant personality changes, there were long lasting damages such as poor impulse control - Long story long, I ended up losing everything, as a lot of us folks do with serious brain injuries, we lose sight of who we used to be and have a difficult time understanding who we are now and who we are becoming.
Anyway, good luck to anyone else out, whether you've been beat in the head or not, bless you all :D
Combustion69 dickhead
Combustion69 You’re edgy....
@@EazyDuz18 Speaking of who cares...
ruclips.net/video/R7mCJR_SPr4/видео.html
You went through the trouble of uploading a video of a mild rain storm, thinking people would give a damn about it. Not only that but you think your Hyundai is badass, as well as the Suzuki 50cc chick bike you ride.
So lemme ask you... Who cares?
Thank you for sharing your journey, Malcolm.
living this crazy life does what your saying to most people minus the head injury
I love his honesty, it’s so genuine
Joe “have you ever heard of CBD oil?” Rogan
If it works for some people then it works.
Joe: "Do you rub TRT lotion on your dick?" Rogan
Almost as funny as some nitwit who does fallout boy covers on youtube talking shit about *ANY* other fuckin human being....
Def works.
Phocas Buck I wasn’t even talking shit, it was just a joke. But I appreciate you checking out my channel man! I did a few Bowling For Soup covers too if you wanna check it out!
LOVED this interview. Not a NASCAR fan but have a new respect for Jr.
This was very relatable. After 8-9 concussions I have experienced many of these symptoms. It definitely puts you in a dark place for awhile.
In the end did you get cured?
Yupp took the back wheel of my kx250 to the back of my head and had neck and head pain for two weeks. Apparently i was angry and confrontational during that period and a bit after that
Any knockouts?
Just think of the football players who got a concussion and kept playing and practicing. Dale is bringing awareness to this serious condition, in addition to being a nice all around guy.
Wow, I had no idea, that his situation was that bad, that dude is a stud
And i'm glad that he walked away, his physical, mental health is much more important, than racing
SouthDetroit Entertainment Graham Besinger does a great set of interviews with jr where he goes far more deep into this problem
@@jtswhitewater4940 thanks!
He is a legend who knew when to get out of the sport. I wish him and his family a happy life together with no health issues.
He has done so much for the sport and other drivers experiencing the same brain injuries!
Hit the wall at 185! Can you imagine? Let's go eat!
He's the man!
Gregory Smith
Yeah it all seems a little nonchalant even if you don't know about concussions, you'd think he'd want to lay down for a bit anyway.
@@BassGoThump bet he gets that trait from Sr. Stubbornness is all it is.
Is that something to be praised. Do you want your kids to ignore serious health issues to be the man. Lol
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is an “every man’s” man. So relatable.
This is an awesome description of a concussed person. It was amazing how many people do not believe there is anything wrong with you simply because they can't see the injury. Brilliant video. I wish I had found this when I was in need.
If you know anyone who is dealing with a concussion please have grace and compassion. The confusion is a prison they know they are in and desperately want to get out of. It is incredibly soul crushing.
Well put man im trying to come out of one now
I will never look at even so-called routine crashes in NASCAR the same. These guys put their bodies through more than we can understand.
I love the podcasts where Joe genuinely listens for minutes at a time. I love Joe for his craving of knowledge you can tell he's truly listening
I’ve gained a whole lot of respect for Dale, Jr. Prayers for all things great for Dale and his family. #3 for life
Yes Sir loved watchin Sr on Sunday he left no doubt he'd give us 120% its amazing how much I still miss the black #3 all to get Mikey a win & got him killed, the racing world's never
Never been the same !!! It would have nice to watch run DEI @ some point
I’m from NC originally, and I saw the Talladega Nights movie on opening weekend. When Dale Jr popped up on screen for his cameo, the entire theater erupted in cheers. None of the other drivers in the movie got that reaction. He’s a rock star in North Carolina, very beloved. People who don’t even watch NASCAR know him and feel protective of him because of how huge his old man was and still is in NC.
One of my favorite guests.
Not even a huge racing fan . Just loved this one.
Joe “reduces Inflammation” Rogan
He couldn't track simple movements, yet kept driving at 200 mph inches away from other cars. Frankly, I'm surprised he's still alive.
Base instincts and skill enable him to do it. I know a race driver who was an alcoholic which meant he was out drinking around a track under the influence and he never once had an incident which is rare in racing.
Its because alot of racing is feel, the feel in the seat of the pants is what helps them control the car. The racing with other cars is the visual part. He didnt run very hard around other cars when he was hurt
He raced the same racetracks for like 2 decades. It's phenomenal what the human brain can do, even when injured
@ChanceTD "Probably won a race or two.....", you didn't see much of his racing did you?
ChanceTD yeah in 2014 and 2015 he won a combined 7 races. Pretty remarkable knowing now how bad his injuries were
Joe "I got kicked in the head in 1989 and it scared the shit outta me" Rogan
STOP
@@butt5810 no thanks.
Classic Rohan guys a legend
+wanderingtyson
Getting a concussion is scary. Many of you have never had it so do not know what it feels like nor understand what it does to you.
I hope someone kicks ur ass in the street
He is such a great, detailed storyteller. I just learned he has a long-running podcast, awesome I'm in.
Man ull watch a few podcasts and instantly become a nascar fan
Joe “I can’t go a single podcast without mentioning THC or CBD” Rogan
I knew it was gnna be brought up too
You say that like it can't help.
or DMT - don't forget DMT!!!!
@@bldrew38 Yeah - no hate on HTC or CBD - just pointing out the obvious for humors sake...
Eh, honestly this example seems highly relevant. Maybe this tired joke would work better if he had brought it up in the conversation really egregiously.
This interview with jr actually made me respect him more then i ever did before.
Joe does a great job on this interview. Dale junior is a very intelligent articulate young guy.
Please get Travis Pastrana Joe Rogan we are praying for that podcast
Broc Glover, Ricky Johnson, Damon Bradshaw, Jeremy McGrath, Ricky Charmichael...Glover and Johnson rode 2 stroke 500's...insane.
Thank you Dale for being so open and describing the feelings and symptoms after concussion! Life changing advice 😊
People don't realize how much concussions messed up his career. He probably would have won the 2012 championship if he had stayed healthy. He would probably still be racing if he hadn't got hurt so much. No telling what a Dale Jr career would have looked like zero concussions. Brain injury cost Sr his life and Jr his career.
Yep, he got a concussion in one of his very first races in the Busch series in 98. So he was affected and predisposed to more injuries from basically Day 1
This is one of the best interviews I have ever watched
What he described is exactly what I went through with my most serious concussion. His was worse than mine but hearing him talk about it brought it all back. So glad he realized his life was more important than staying in the car.
You get better?
I could listen to JR talk all day long.
I love his podcast!
Makes me proud to see the men in our society talking about being vulnerable, especially about brain damage and mental issues related. We are growing better as a people.
Awesome clip, I wish Joe would have more athletes on. I would love to see somebody like Ricky Carmichael, Travis Pastrana or Ryan Villopoto from the motorcross world
Miles Davidson no athlete would ride around in a 700 hp car that’s 130 degrees inside for hours straight at a time, from Feb to Nov. Only a pussy could do it. He most likely sat on the couch and drink beer all of his life for the fame.
Miles Davidson I think you need to educate yourself. They’re some of the most fit athletes in the world.
gbay125 thank you 👊
Pastrana would be epic
@@Jthornton64 NASCAR drivers are definitely not athletes and there's no reason to be offended by. The definition of an athlete is a person who is proficient in sports and other forms of physical exercise and a sport requires physical exertion. A NASCAR driver isn't an athlete just like a videogamer isn't an athlete even though that gamer twiddles his/her thumbs, which involves physical exertion, and may possess a fair amount of skill
I’m so glad you interviewed jr because I’ll never get to meet him and ever have this much time to talk to him like you have. Keep up the great work joe
Jr., you are accepted everywhere. Know that brother.
Just came across this amazing conversation for some reason and became glued to it. it's not often I become this focused but to listen to how Jr explains all of this was amazing. As a fan of his it gave me so much insight to things I really knew nothing about or never took the time to seek out. Now, knowing so much of the detail and what he went through, I am glad he walked away from driving. On the other hand, he worries me for his future and what may lay ahead in his later years. With God's grace I hope Jr never has to know and continues to do what makes him happy.
What a great guy who has been through so much openly in the public eye because of who he is, I think what you see right here is really seeing him as the absolute person he is. His father would be so proud of him for becoming the man, the person he is without question. This was an amazing clip, just amazing.
Wow this is amazing. I had surgery to remove a pituitary tumor 3 years ago. I’ve been dizzy and have had vision problems ever since. They tell me everything looks fine and they don’t know what’s wrong. Listening to him talk about his symptoms I felt like I was listening to me. I’m going to research and start this gaze stabilization rehab ASAP!
That's great howd it work out? Hope u are well
Go to an optometrist who deals with concussions. They will give you eye exercises to do. It helped me recover as I was having tracking issues.
you can just sense the amount of humility and goodness in Jr. He isn't afraid of being human
Wow, great interview and the information taken away from this interview has been very informative and most importantly, helpful to me. I grew up at a time where if you got hurt you were expected to shake it off and go back to whatever you were doing. I've realized that this sort of mentality, if used too much, can really prevent us from helping ourselves when we really need it. I think Dale Jr is a good example of that as well as I know I am as well. I think there is some mental toughness when it comes to pushing yourself but I think what keeps us from seeking help is fear. Not so much as the fear of the unknown when you go to a Dr. but you also have the other fears of not being able to be and do the things you are accustomed to doing because you know you will possibly need to change due to the injury or medical condition. So yeah, thank you so much as you can tell this interview has enlightened me a great deal.
This is such an valuable vid! Jr takes a deep dive into life with TBI with tons of ideas and useful info. I’m taking notes on the therapies he’s done to find out what might still be useful for me, 25 yrs after my initial TBI and 10 years after shunt surgery.
Dale jr is literally the most down to earth person I’ve ever met.
He’s a good all around guy, he’s down to earth and doesn’t think he’s better than someone else
He's a product of North Carolina. Him and his family are cool people. Every now and then you hear about him riding around in Mooresville NC. I live ten minutes away. Very cool dude.
Strength & pride in ones self is a hell of thing. So much of what Dale Jr. said really resonated with me.
Thank you so much for having this podcast.
This really woke me up to the facts of some things I've personally been dealing with.
My family & I live in Houston. I slipped on the ice & busted the back of my head while playing with my kids at the park across the street from my house last January after a winter storm. It almost knocked me unconscious. I've been blind sided off my feet during a football game & or taken plenty of punches to the head when I was a teenager/young man and had never been close to being knocked out. Always prided myself on having a "think skull" or a "strong chin" as my Dad called it. However the evening I fell on the ice was a totally different experience.
My wife was out of town & it was just me and the kids the night I fell on the ice. I tried to pop back up but knew something was wrong & only went to one knee. Even as foggy as I was at the time, I still knew I was still on the ice & the last thing I needed was to fall & hit my head again. So I gathered myself for a minute & then slowly gathered myself & got back up. Once off the ice I walked back across the street to my house & stood at the tailgate at the back of my truck. I didnt want to scare my wife so I didnt call her so I went to call my brother to come by for a little bit. When I started to dial his number I mentally started playing the conversation I was about to have with my brother & stopped before I called him because I realized that I couldn't remember why my wife was out of town (she went to spend the night with her parents who live closer to the town she had business meetings in the next day). I knew I couldn't call him because it would have scared him just bad as my wife. So I started running through why she might be gone. It took me a full 5 minutes to realize where she was & why she was gone.
Ive had a hard time remembering things & I've been hiding just how serious this actually was.
Thank you for sharing this. I'm biting the bullet & scheduling an appointment tomorrow.
CHRIS
Good on you man
Give yourself some credit man.. don't gotta be so tough all the time, ya know.. 10 foot tall and bullet proof. Your a human being.. you have complex weird systems & shit running all throughout your body and the way it all works together is truly amazing, it deserves & demands a lot of respect & attention, take care of it just like it takes care of you.. letting you live your life the way you want and do & enjoy the fruits of this life.. its okay to admit weakness, its okay to ask for help.. you will be glad you did in the long run! Get the best quality of life, you could possibly have for yourself! Good luck man, God bless you & your family!
There's no shame in being hurt. You need to give yourself time to heal and do physiotherapy.
You can't tough out a concussion just like you wouldn't run on a broken leg.
Sounds like Dale Earnhardt Junior's doctor is a miracle worker. God bless
Big Dale Jr fan here. I read his book. And have heard other interviews with him about this subject. It's really cool to hear him cuss and really be comfortable with Joe. With this concussion stuff in not just NASCAR but all motor sports, I thought with his book and all the subsequent interviews and discussions about his deal we would have seen other drivers speak up. I haven't really seen a driver other than Dale say anything about being hurt. It shows how hard it is like with any sport, that once you reach a certain level you're probably scared shitless that you could lose everything you worked for because of it.
I had an ear infection last year that led to disturbances in my balance. I was at work one day and the world started spinning in circles so badly I couldn't even stand up. It lasted for probably an hour and I remember feeling like I was going to have a panic attack at the same time. It was absolutely awful. I still have moments where it feels like there's motion when I'm not moving, but haven't had a full on vertigo attack since. My coworkers said my eyes were darting back and forth repeatedly, and it makes sense because it looked like everything was spinning counter clockwise and I was trying to focus on something that wouldn't stop moving.
Never a fan, but he's definitely a road warrior. Thanks for sharing your experience with us Jr
Repeated concussions can also cause what is called CTE which is a form of dementia, a few Rugby league players in Australia have got this years down the track after retiring from many head knocks
First interview I have ever seen with jr , really seems down to earth and humble guy.
Dale Jr is such a great guy. Wishing him the best.
Its cool that Dale is so open about this stuff. With his platform it could really help people learn.
This young man had a tremendous weight dropped on his shoulders when Dale Sr passed. That's a load I can't imagine. But he held his head up and soldiered on. That alone is truly commendable. To realize his health is in question and walk away became another enormous weight. Proud of how he handled all of it. KUDOS Dale Jr, well done!
I’m from Pittsburgh and went through the same treatment with dr. Collins. My symptoms weren’t on dale’s level but I had some serious concussion issues. His unit at the university of Pittsburgh are some of the best in the world.
Amazing how people who actually care and open up help millions just by being themselves and trusting each other.
Man the brain swims behind a millimetre thin skull. So delicate 🧠
I love how nice and chill he is. I also love how he says, and that stuff works pretty good.
That's some F-ed up shit Jr, so glad you got the help you needed and did the work to heal yourself.
The quietest i ever seen joe 😭😭😭🤝
He was quieter during the Teddy Atlas podcast. Especially the part where Teddy talked about his father.
People have been commenting this on every clip of this podcast. Jr is just a damn good story teller. And he's interesting
@@astrum_nauta Boom
Jr. is interesting as hell. I didn't plan on watching an hour's worth of clips, but here I am.
this guy was my idol as a kid. cool dude
This guy was a kid when I was a kid.
lenny harry good link fuckface
@@chrisdeanjames2898 Right. Because all he does is turn left, and because stock car racing isn't at all difficult. Uh huh. Continue to show us your ignorance.
@@chrisdeanjames2898 they have road courses in nascar, also the cars dynamics are what makes it difficult to drive, they are on the edge of grip the whole time while trying to maneuver around each other, a slight upset in the balance and you end up losing control and crashing, which is what happens all the time lmao.
@@chrisdeanjames2898 dude, nobody cares. Go away.
I been watching Dale Jr for a week or so here on RUclips and a constant thing I hear him say is I can't remember. We love you Jr thank you for doing what you do.
Dale jnr your a legend, so open honest and humble, we can all see how much of a real gentleman you are
Thank you so much for this video🙏🙏I recently just got a concussion and and struggling with anxiety and thinking something worse was wrong with me. I understand everything and I mean everything he says in this video. Thanks for the video again🙏
Make sure you go to a concussion specialist
"you coudlnt see my eyes toe'd out" Always a racer.
Thanks for this info on concussions especially from someone with experience with them. It helped watching this earlier cause my niece got a concussion in an accident. I remembered listening to you guys. Thanks you Joe and Dale jr. You helped somebody. God bless you
"Emotions n shit was outa wack" ...Respect for getting help Jr. You had a magnificent run sir!
TBI is a serious injury that affects many people that seems visibly okay.
I suffer from post concussive syndrome from racing and this video makes me emotional. He speaks the truth
How are you feeling now?
@@rally_chronicles Better today than I was 3 years ago. I have not had any further trauma and try to eat healthy and exercise. Thank you for asking.
Dale. It's awesome someone like you can come out and say you were hurt and getting help. I appreciate it. It's hard to admit because you don't want to feel like less of a man. Very cool
I read Dale Jr.'s book Racing to the finish so I know this story. Very good book and easy to read and really delves into concussions and how each new one you get compounds on the old ones.
Watching this interview made me realize that Dale Jr wasn't just another NASCAR driver, but a very bright and erudite individual. I went and purchased his book.
Damn even 20 years ago I remember being a kid and concussions were being treated like they were nothing but bad headaches.
Man that was a great interview !!!! lLetting it all out and sharing some real personal stuff.
Love to hear this side from Dale. My goodness. ❤️
What an incredible insight into the mind and heart of Dale Jr.
Awesome podcast, two of my favorite men!
Taking a humorous point amongst the pain, I loved the "toe-out" reference to Dale's eyes during one treatment. I really appreciate the openness of Dale in educating us about this head injury. I had no idea. Thanks Dale. Now, I enjoy Dale in the booth and on Dirty Mo, and JRE! Thanks Joe. Cheers from Texas.
Joe, thankyou for this interview with Dale, im a huge fan of Nascar - Dale's, the humble nature of this guy is something we never get to see when watching from a far , which is why he was the champion he was.
Heal up mate(Dale) we wish you well !
From the Australian fans !!!
Dale “lemme learn you somethin” Earnhardt Jr.
What a fucking nice guy. Oh my God. I've always known his name and what he does, but this is my first time hearing him talk.
I love that joe lets his guests talk
His dad was my favorite was going to the Texas race in April for the first to watch dale sr race was devastated when was killed.but Dale Jr. Has been my favorite I haven’t watched NASCAR since he retired and I wanted so much to see him win a Championship but seeing him win most popular race car Driver for 15 straight years made him Championship winner for 15 years.Then listening and watching this interview can understand why he was a Champion for 15 years straight.I think he should be given an Honary Championship cause he was a Champion for NASCAR all those years
The safety of modern nascar is amazing. It's so good to see from where we came from.