I hope you've got a cuppa and snacks; it really is a chatty one today!! I'll be back next Monday for a Home Vlog, and then we're taking a few weeks off for our UK road trip! Thanks for all your love and support, it means a lot to me. B xx
I really hope you got as much out of this chatty vlog as I did Brogan. Sometimes it’s better to say things out loud and let the universe help to clear it. I’m a true believer in mindfulness and karma etc. Love LOVE your tattoo ❤️and it’s even more beautiful as it’s so personal to you. Never feel pressured to supply content, I’ve followed you for many years and you’ve always put so much pressure on yourself to make your channel interesting for all shapes and sizes. We will totally understand if you need to take you time. Just breathe and believe in yourself and how Important it is to us that you are fine, so no pressure gorgeous girl xx
It's good that you can talk it out rather than keep second guessing everything. It's hard sometimes to admit that we're not always as strong as we appear. I'm one of those who watch everything 😊 One of my favourites (and I have many) has to go to Benji on your road trip where you were both doing animal impressions (cows, sheep, chickens) and it was the way Benji laughed when you did the chicken sound 🤣 He was just adorable!
I’m a school counsellor at a secondary school. And how you spoke about the vase and the cracks and how it represented you was beautiful. Something I will be 100% taking into my sessions with my students. Such a sad but simple way of understanding emotions. Thank you for that, thank you for your honesty and how you present yourself. Watch you from the very start and I remember key things you’ve done, but that saying alone will be one of the top things❤
I just wanted to say how much your openess and honesty about the struggles is hitting home with so many of us. It is so important to talk about all the highs and the lows, and I can only imagine that being a content creator brings so many amazing incredible opportunities, but equally also brings so much stress and pressure. Thank you for being you and remember your feelings are valid. Sending you lots of love, remember to be kind to yourself in navigating grief, grief is love with nowhere to go, and beautiful Bonnie was loved so much ❤
You are not alone! You are doing so so well and are so brave for sharing this process with us all. It makes total sense that your brain would be in a space of overwhelm. Grief takes a long time to process, let alone that overstimulation of the biggest and best few months of your life and the jarring jolt of all those happy emotions and all the sadness all at the same time. I know that my brain fog is at its worst when there has been a lot of change in my life and you’ve had SO much change. It’s good to hear you’re giving yourself the space and grace to process it all. In periods of burnout in my life, the song from frozen 2 “Just do the next right thing” really really helped. Each day; just do the next right thing. We’re all here for you xx
Thank you for your honestly around burnout & grief it’s always refreshing to see the ups & downs of people you’ve watched & rooted for , I hope you are feeling better & make time for you even with your busy life , Bonnie is always looking out for you 🐾💕
Oh Brogan my heart broke when you were talking about burn out 😢 I lost someone very close to me recently and the grief just creeps up and hits me like a wave. Xxx Please remember your dear friends never leave you xxxxx
Thank you for sharing about burnout. So many people quietly go through it and are scared to speak about it. I'm a teacher, Girl Scout troop leader, and a mom so I have to always keep burnout in check as well. You're so relatable and kind, thank you for that!
Hi Brogan, Your vlogs are so genuine and honest, I just wanted to say thank you for that. I have experienced similar losses as you, and sometimes I feel like it’s so hard to describe, but you said it perfectly when you spoke about the cookie jar. I hope that each day going forward you have more smiles than tears, more laughter with family and friends, and more sunshine in every day. Take care!💕😊☀️
Hi brogan,you've been so lovely in letting us in on how you been feeling ,at the end of the day your only human ,I hope the cracks in the vase become filled with all thats coming up in your life ,cannot wait to join you& benji along the way with your vlogs ❤
Thanks for being so honest! I watch most of your vlogs! You're so natural and kind. Such a great sense of humor you and Benji have and such lovely people. I adored your dog and now i want one even though i have a cat that wouldn't like it at all so i can't...yet! My daughter has autism and i care for her and cannot work. I also cannot travel or visit many places currently so i visit places through watching you guys and it helps take my mind off things however much i love every minute with my daughter. Thanks for all your honest and fun videos. I look forward to many more xx❤
I get so excited when your vlogs come out! It’s so special when you share your feelings. You are an amazing person. You and Benj are a special couple and so refreshing❤
The unconditional love of our dogs is a true blessing that stays with us forever. Your tattoo is a lovely tribute to Bonnie. And I too experienced that “cookie jar” moment. Many years ago during a stressful time I knocked over a ceramic candlestick that I cherished and completely collapsed to the floor crying hysterically. I realized it wasn’t the object that broke but rather how I was feeling broken at the time. I realized that material things can be replaced and I needed to concentrate on my healing. Wanted you to know that I love your vlogs -Disney, cruises, home/hauls. And as a New Yorker, I cannot wait for your UK road trip! I can live vicariously through you. Thank you. Keep smiling 😊
Brogan, I've been a long time subscriber but rarely comment. I just wanted to pop on & say thank you for talking so openly about burnout & how you are feeling. I've been struggling to explain to my family how I'm feeling mentally after giving birth to my daughter & loosing my nan to dementia within the space of two weeks. How you described that Jar was exactly how I feel & I think it's the perfect way to get across exactly what I want to tell family, so thank you ❤
The cookie jar reference really got me in my feels, you could hear how much work was getting to you! You work so bloody hard and give us so much, you needed a break Brogan! Thank you for being so open and honest about the reality, I hear and understand you. Please take time on taking care of yourself and things will get better soon. ❤️ Sending love xxx The tattoo in memory of bonnie is gorgeous, such a special tribute! 😭🐾 Cannot wait for the UK roadtrip content, but again please do not feel pressure to get them up quick! Take as much time as you need!! 🤍 WDW content Jan 2025!!! YAY! 🏰 What a great catchup video!! 💖
Thanks for sharing. You are not alone. I had an underactive thyroid and before I was diagnosed i cried about every thing, i am also a mum and i work too . Sometimes, life gets emotional buts ok and hopefully during these times each of us has support or know who they can talk too. Bonnie was so lucky to have your love. I think you are amazing. your vlogs always make me happy. I hope you both enjoy your UK road trip xx
29 years on I still grieve for my Bonnie, have never not had a dog in my life since I was 2 years old, I am now 68 years old. All pets leave that paw print on your heart they are so loving and feel our emotions. We all need an unwind and to distance ourselves at times to refresh our senses, closing our eyes in the morning and filling our senses while stood outside listening to every sound we take for granted and taking in the aromas, dew on the grass birds singing etc lol. Love the tattoo it’s beautiful x
I know exactly how you feel. Sometimes I just want to cry just because I’m just not feeling my 100% and that’s ok! Honestly Brogan, you’re one of my favourite RUclipsrs and just know we’ll be here even when you need to take some time for yourself, which is also ok! 💜
Oh darling, yes I’ve been there and even now there are odd moments when the world is overwhelming. Well done for honestly and sharing how things have been in such a well explained manner. I know you’ll help lots of people x
The best vlogger out there.. your honesty is admirable. And as a viewer, consumer (whatever word you want to use!) of your content.. theres never a day where i dont love your videos. Either theyre fun and I have a great time discussing Disney with my family as we catch up on your Disney trips.. or plan our next cruise from your vlogs.. or theyre honest and real and remind me that im not alone in what i feel, that its normal.. or theyve got me debating whether i want to branch out from my love of thrillers to try the romance genre of books! Thank you for your honesty and for just being a real relatable human. Thank you for being you! ❤😊
Feel like I needed to comment. Watching you at the start made me burst out crying. You have explained PERFECTLY what I’ve been feeling for a good month. It’s burnout. Thank you Brogan. It’s a weird thank you, I realise that. 😂 it’s okay, to have a wobble and realise you need to take some time for yourself. I really truely hope you’re okay, and watching your vlogs makes me feel better. Life is hard and certainly overwhelming. Claire x
Hi Brogan 👋I’ve just found your channel recently as we are going to Disneyland Paris next year… I love your channel! Plus you’re local to us, so it’s so nice to see a vlogger visiting places near us! I’m a newbie and thought I’d say Hi 👋 😊x
We lost our blue Frenchie 15 months ago and memories that come up on FB still make me bawl. 🥹We have another Frenchie now who I adore but we never forget the fur babies we’ve lost. ❤❤
Totally feel you with this burnout, the jar analogy is perfect. Also I can confirm making friendship bracelets for TayTay is the most therapeutic activity there is. The evenings I spent doing that in the lead up to seeing her were so healing xxx
you are not alone, I've had a lot of loss in a two year period and cry daily...You are brilliant, such a gorgeous human....Brogan I have watched you from almost the beginning and to see your life change and everything you have accomplished is amazing. Ohhh Disney World, we may bump into you..moved to Orlando last August..you and Ash are a year apart lol. Lots of love...Sue xo
glad your having time out for yourself,i suffer with anxiety and it can be very difficult at times,family are really the best medicine,we also are going back to walt disney world next may/june for 14 nights cant wait as we are taking my daughter and her husband also my grand daughter,take good care of yourself,love and hugs xxxx
Love a chatty car Vlog!! Sorry to hear you've been feeling a bit down. Big hug. Losing a pet is devastating and I think doing wonderful trips, wedding etc is also coming back down to earth after a massive high. You put so much work into all that you do I really appreciate it and just know I couldn't do it!! Take care of yourself ❤😘
So important to recognise burnout! Wish id known about it, unfortunately I ignored it & had panic attack. Then completely sensitised myself. Im in recovery now. But just wish id caught it before! Thank you for being so open & honest Brogan ❤
I’m going back to Disney World in the end of October. I’m happy to hear you’re going back to Disney World. I’ve been rewatching those vlogs because they bring the smile on my face. Well, any of your Disney vlogs bring the smile on my face. 😊
Finally catching up with this vlog, how you are still going and doing videos are beyond me after everything, and I have so much respect for how open and honest you are with everyone even when you don't need to be. You seem like such a lovely person are clearly so down to earth, but do make sure to take care of yourself it's so so important and this video is such a lovely reminder for anyone going through something similar that it's ok to take a break, to take care of yourself and just breath for 5 minutes. Keep smiling Brogan ❤️ xx
I'm really obsessed with your videos at the moment, I just love how relatable and comforting you are to watch. I've been going to therapy recently as I was like that cookie jar, and in February I disintegrated, so really appreciate your open honesty. Reminds us we are not alone and it's okay to not feel great all the time. My partner and I have been speaking about travelling and roadtripping so I've been really inspired by your videos! I can't wait to watch the UK road trip vlogs.
First thing that I would like to say is you grieve forever and they will live forever in your heart, our fur babies all lived for over 20 years. I am currently living in a fog state due to all the following happening to me in the one year, my parents passing, our final fur baby passing and I have been diagnosed with a horrible disease. My husband has booked us on our first cruise in October after I talked about you and your cruises seem to cheer me. Sorry for rattling on, if you need time please take it while you can. You looked great so something is working. Please put Australia on your bucket list, your friends from down Under ❤
My sweet girl passed on May 6th. It was so weird because watching your social media and vlogs, I had this sense it was coming. I was watching you grieve and anticipated my own. Nothing really prepares you for how intense the sadness is. I cry every single day. I look at pictures and I have the most vivid memories, and get this feeling of “oh wait, I never get to see her again” And the wound rips open all over again.
I remember one of my teachers - a performing musician - sharing with me once how annoyed she was with herself that she had allowed herself to get over-committed with concert engagements - and she couldn't get out of any of them. It was going to be a struggle-through-it situation. I was a student in my 20s and she was in her early 60s. It taught me that this is something that can happen to anyone, at any point, no matter how much experience they have. I hope you continue taking time to fill yourself up, rest, slow the pace, and keep AT that until you feel your natural zest for life creep back in. Especially with grief, it's so unpredictable, so up and down - I'm sending you lots of grace and hope you will continue to give it to yourself!! Big hugs!
I had the same ‘strawberry moment’ today. In Aldi carpark, I still dont really know why I was crying. The worst part was I had just cleaned my car out and had no tissues. Sending lots of love, you look really well and I’m really happy to hear you are on the mend.
I got my first tattoo when I was 40…. I happened to be visiting my brother in Canada and one day randomly was like , I’m getting a tattoo, isn’t regret it at all and I’m glad I waited it’s special to me
I think we’ve all been in that spot where things just kind of hit you all at once. Especially when things are seemingly going well and yet you still haven’t processed other things so it seems to taint anything good and real. I really loved your analogy about the cracked vase. It’s extremely relatable and just fits. We may be strangers on the internet but we’re all here in your corner. You bring us light and I thank you for that!
Happy to see you are doing and feeling a bit better. This was me 2.5 yrs ago I had been care giving for my husband 8 yrs and I was working full time and I was crying every single day. I was beyond exhausted and I had to say I cannot cotinine this. I was declared burn out but I had to still work as someone had to pay the bills. Sadly I had to walk away from a 20 yr relationship a life I had built so hard and had to put my hands up in the air. I got therapy for anxiety and depression and it was hard. I am doing much better now but I had to set boundaries to protect myself. Its okay to slow down, its okay to cry, its okay to say NO. Love watching you from Canada :) and Love disney tooo !!!
❤ sending hugs, I think we all have days where we just feel so overwhelmed that crying is the best thing to do as a release, same with grief it comes and goes especially as it’s still so new xx
Oh lovely Brogan ❤️ All the burnout chat resonated with me so very much! It is just SO difficult and I really feel for you going through it. The crying! That’s now such a tell tale sign for me 😂 I was on the phone to my boss just crying and crying and telling her how I didn’t understand why and it took her listing all the things that I’d told her over the past few months that I’d been going through for me to realise it had actually been quite a lot… 😅 We love a supportive boss 🫶🏻 and I know you’ll be a great one to yourself ✨ As always, thank you for sharing ❤️✨
Aww Brogan I can so empathise with you with feeling low and having brain fog, your an amazing lady and we’re all here for you, so love watching your blogs and inspiration sending love and hugs to you ❤️🤗x
Aw Brogan, you’ve been through a lot the last couple of months. Glad you are being kind to yourself and taking the time to get back to your normal self. I always stick the hairspray soundtrack on - always guaranteed to cheer me up. Sending hugs xxx
Lost one of my dogs a month ago now and also grieving 💔 thanks for sharing so honestly about your loss of Bonnie and feeling like the intact but broken jar x
Dealing with grief & an intense work schedule..it's no wonder you hit your limit. When my father passed away, I was a manager and could not take time off. I ended up having a full breakdown & being admitted to an inpatient facility. Never would have thought I would end up in that space but it's the best thing that ever happened to me. Our mental health should never be downplayed or overlooked. I am so happy you took the time you need. I adore the Bonnie tribute. Just beautiful! ❤
I don’t think you really stop grieving, over anything, it’s just gets easier over time. I can relate to you about your dog (Bonnie) passing away. Life is pretty empty when they’re gone, they don’t want much other than your love and affection. The tattoo is sweet, definitely put a B on it as she was a big part of the B family. Can’t wait for your road trip, your home vlog sounds interesting too. It takes time to heal allow yourself to cry and remember Bonnie, how your feeling is completely normal when you’ve lost someone xx Stella
You’re not alone, the way you just described how you have and are still feeling was so relatable. Thank you for this and letting us into how your life has been at the moment. It will get better, time is a great healer. I’ll be honest, when you told us you and benji had sadly lost Bonnie and you said your goodbyes, I had to stop watching for a few weeks because I love my fur baby so much, it’s a day I know will absolutely break me so it was something I didn’t want to think about at the time but I love watching all your videos so couldn’t stay away for long xxx
You’ll absolutely adore York! We went for the first time in May and truly fell in love with it. Such a beautiful city with some really friendly people…you’ll love it! 🩷
Thank you, Brogan, for being so open and honest about how you have been affected by your grief. So often the loss of a pet can be devastating, and manifests in many different ways, such as the tiredness and feelings of emotion that you described. You talked about how you felt so clearly and anyone dealing with similar grief would know that they are not alone. Well done you and thanks. Much love, Angela F ❤
I appreciate your beautiful honesty about your grief over your precious fur baby, I lost my 16year old dog in February, and the grief can be difficult. I thought I would even hear him in the house. when you give yourself time to grieve, perhaps your wonderful memories will give you peace.
I’m so sorry to hear how you’re in the burn out zone Brogan 😢 I think you’re doing an amazing job bringing lots of honesty to your community on here. I’m a meditation teacher, and I highly recommend trying some guided meditations to help support yourself until you get back to yourself (and hopefully avoid burn out in future). There’s a few on my channel that might help, but if I don’t resonate then RUclips is a great place for supportive content ♥️
Aww bless you you’re so brave being so open about everything. When I lost my dog (and it was two months before my wedding) aw I was a mess. I remember weeks after a custom suit I bought him for our wedding arrived and I sobbed my soul out on the kitchen floor. I honestly think it took me about a year to lose that ache in my body. We had a golden retriever after him (she’s now 6) and you totally find space for them in your ❤, they’re so different , lovely to have a doggy back with us but because I know how painful and raw the loss of a dog is I really appreciate and love our golden even more ❤
Such a special “catch up!“. Thank you for your honesty regarding burn out. It’s tough to recover from but it sounds like yoi had help from Adam and others to help you rest and restore❤️❤️❤️
I totally get the burnout thing as I am disabled and use up so much energy moving around ,I also have always suffered from overstimulation which can be very overwelming . Sending Love xoxo
Glad you took a break. I don’t know how content creators do it. Seems like they never take a day off. Love your tattoo!!! I got my first tattoo in November. It took about an hour, and I didn’t think I hurt either. I actually found it relaxing 😅
Just sending you a hug. 🫂 We lost our old lady cat when i was pregnant with my babygirl in 2017. I still cry when i think about her. She died under my hands. It was very traumatic for me. And i also had a time when i felt those burnout/depression feelings because of a tough time in our marriage. But i got over it. We can do it. Sometimes we are stronger as we think. ❤
Brogan please look after yourself. You need to make sure to take time for yourself . As much as I love watching your vlogs I’d hate to think of you pushing yourself to far. Love your Bonnie tattoo. Such a lovely way to remember her by. Great to see you are feeling a bit better xx
Love the tattoo, I totally get how you feel about losing Bonnie, our furry babies are very precious. Yay to Disney 2025, I’m there January too, only a week offsite but cannot wait! Looking forward to UK road trip vlogs too ❤
Hey Brogan...what a great idea to get a tatoo of Bonnie with the stars!!! Brilliant!!! I know how you feel...I have lost 5 pets and it just hurts!!! Wow your Mum is a super tanner...you are a great organizer keep it up!!!❤❤❤
I totally understand what you're going through Brogan. We had to deal with grief the same year we got married, and the extreme ups and downs are a LOT. You're dealing with it so well (better than I did...haha!), and I think the best advice I got was to be kind to yourself meaning if you want to lie on the sofa crying all day, just do it! Just take it easy and don't feel too pressured to do too much too soon. Love the tattoo! ❤ x
Loved this video Brogan. Your honesty is so important as it reminds everyone know that we're not alone with how we're feeling. I completely empathise with you and sending you so much love ❤ On another note, we went to the Highlands in April where we got engaged! It was at Glencoe Lochan and it is honestly so beautiful if you get a chance to go. I also had one of the best meals of my life up there. It's a place called The Old Inn in Appin. I don't know if you'll be in the area but it is well worth the visit. Also, you have to stop by The Green Welly Stop on the way down to Glasgow. It's iconic 😂 Oh and we went to Disney World in January 2023. Honestly one of the best times to go in my opinion. Perfect weather and the crowds were still quite low
Yay for Walt Disney World. We are going in December 2025 followed by an Emerald Caribbean cruise. Can’t wait! Enjoy your road trip, such a beautiful country. We always try to travel to a new area when we are visiting family in Scotland. Katie
As a tattooist who's followed you for many years, I'm delighted to see you getting your first one, especially in remembrance of Bonnie. Truly truly special and so glad the experience was such a positive one! You will be very tempted for more and that's down to the dopamine release related to getting them and people realising they're never as bad, pain-wise as they usually think! Really glad to see you're taking some time away to recover from burnout - something I'm really trying to do right now. Sending love
Wow. The cookie jar. I feel you. Also still a lovely vlog and hope you are continuing to wade through the decision fatigue and general overwhelm. Such an intense season for you, sending heaps of love xxx
Your tattoo is gorgeous! I’ve been looking for someone who does fine line tattoos and this is exactly the kind of artist I’ve been looking for so thank you for sharing 😊☺️ xx
So lovely to see you - you are definitely not alone in how you have been feeling. Thank you for sharing ❤️ it makes us all feel a little more ‘normal’ ❤️❤️❤️❤️xxx
100% get the burn out thing and experienced it pretty badly myself a couple of years ago. Won’t share too much but was a complete shell of myself for quite some time so you are not alone! I still get moments of it here and there but am much better now. It will pass, best to prioritise yourself and focus on what brings you joy ❤
McD's cheeky lunch and a Brogan catch-up.. BEST LUNCH BREAK EVER 😁 I know how you feel with the brain fog & burnout. The way you described it wiping off your glasses, that's exactly it. Spot on! Hope Benji's holding up with the 'strawberry crying' incidents 😂😂 that made me giggle. Gutted after the drum roll, I was praying for California (pain in the bum aren't we, can never please us all haha) Thanks for a great half hour xx xx
Omg the cookie jar thing just broke me. Sat here crying my eyes out cos that how I feel 😢😢😢. Didn’t realise until you just explained it. Hope you are doing better now. Sending you love. Xxx
Thank you for another lovely chatting blog. Since I found your page on RUclips at the end of last year I have enjoyed so many of the videos and other content that you have posted on here and Instagram. What you said here about the vase really got to me, as to be honest it accurately describes how I feel at the moment. I didn’t realise that was how I felt until you said it. I am hoping this will improve, although probably only with big changes in my life. Fingers crossed when I get there. Thank you again for being so lovely and looking forward to seeing your adventures this summer. Xx
I'm one of your watch everything followers :) I eagerly look forward to every video you put out. I just wanted to let you know that what you shared about the hard days, the fog, overwhelm with decisions, and not having the capacity for a lot of things are all normal parts of the grief process that we don't talk about enough. We hear about things like anger and denial, but not the smaller stuff. Our family went through a major life shift almost two years ago, and it's taken me about 18 months to start feeling like myself again. I struggled with decisions, felt overwhelmed, didn't have a high capacity for social things because it just felt exhausting, and the grief would hit out of nowhere and I'd burst out crying. Be gracious with yourself, know that what you're experiencing is a process, and it does get better :)
You will have to get the Pandora Unicorn charm which is the national animal for Scotland, it is very cute. Thank you for opening up, i feel we all have struggles in our own way. You didnt get to say goodbye to your Bonnie girl and coming from a massive high from your Wedding and Birthday it is going to take some while to process. Grief has no time line, i still grieve my mum (18years) and my dad (13 years). We are all here and continue to support you both. Keep shining bright xx
I think you almost needed to crack that jar so you could really understand what you were going through and how important it was for you to give yourself grace and take time to heal. I hope you’re feeling better, and remember, it’s not always a linear process recovering from grief or burnout. Sending you lots of love. Can’t wait for the UK road trip series when you’re ready to share it. 💜
You arn’t alone at all! I had the wedding blues on top of grieving for my nan and i was a mess quite frankly lol all i could think was how can i be so low on such a high of a year for us but i got through it. Still get sad, don’t think grieving ever really ends but does get easier. Sending you love and you will feel better eventually! Xxx
Loved this catch up vlog. Grief is a messy thing. It will come and go and sneak up on you. Mix that with burnout and you definitely deserve a break. I CANT WAIT for your road trip. I turn 30 next year and am planning a trip to the Lake District and Scotland so I can’t wait to get tips from you.
That's normal to feel that; the set backs. She was a heavily a part of your life. I know many people don't say their pets are like actual 'human' members but to me they are. I'm sorry you are going through this... it hurts a LOT before it gets better (especially the things you associate to the one you lost) whether it takes a few months or years. I think your openness and personality is what draws me to your vlogs. Yes, I get to experience the many places you go too but even your home vlogs or chats are lovely! Take the time you need
I’ve had that burnout! It was when I was working, taking care of kids and husband, making and selling jewelry in the side, etc etc. It does get better! Always take care of yourself! Hubby and I just got our first tattoos in 2022 after walking 550 miles across Spain! Camino de Santiago. We were 64 and 74 years old 😅. I always have trips planned. It makes me so happy. I’m booking a lot with points lately. Anyway, going on a few road trips soon and then a cruise. I then booked flights to Italy and Austria for next year and another cruise. Also we go to Maui every year. Can’t wait!
I know you said you did think your depressed. But your symptoms are the same as what I had. After my 3 failed rds of IVF. It's called reaction depression. I didnt want to take tablets. So I took up yoga and meditation omg works a treat. Hopefully you feel better soon. I have a 5 year old cockerpoo who is my baby so I cant imagine how painful 💔 it would be to loose her. Stay strong and find time for you xxx
Brogan! OMGoodness darlin you got this hunny! You are such a good person and so deserve a bigger break than you’ve had. Everyone will understand…. Oh and BTW when you described how you told him you didn’t want strawberries made me literally laugh out loud. Stay strong babe and for Pete sake do not apologize for being human. You do you boo! Tell Benji hello.
Burnout is such a real thing and I’m so glad that you have been able to take a step back, where you can, and allow yourself some time to sit with your emotions 🫶🏻 I love your tattoo! My first, and very special, tattoo was also on the inside of my left arm! I’m also going to see Taylor Swift in August, so I hope you have the best time! I’ll be there on the Thursday and Friday🎉 what are your hopes for the surprise songs? Thank you, as always, for the videos! We all appreciate you showing the real side of life and your continuous honesty❤💗
Hi my love. My inner mumma bear just wants to give you a cuddle and sit and listen to you. I felt burnout when my family broke down in 2020-2021. Cutting them all off has made me feel a million times better. I know that isn’t going to help you but everyone needs to just take a step back sometimes. You are a fabulous human you and benji both please take care of yourself. The tattoo is stunning. I have 13 in total it is very addictive. Xx
Lovely vlog Brogan, enjoy these as much as the Disney ones and can't wait for WDW! Thanks for this vlog, excellent. Keep on, keeping on and taking care of yourself and thank you for sharing x I miss my Bonnie-Lass too. Gone about 3 weeks now and blindsided by her loss. Dogs are the best but damn, when they leave us it is cruching. x
Yay! Excited for another video. My husband has come up with multiple alternative names for the two of you including Borgen and Jorgen, Brugen and Birge, and Flotsem and Jetsom. I never know what he will come up with next. 😂
Glad you are getting back to yourself. Think we all need to reset sometimes. With regards to your road trip how amazing. I know you said you are going to York but if you do get time to go to Leeds there is a really nice bistro/cafe called Olive and Rye. It’s in the centre and is so gorgeous. Happy travels ❤
Beautiful tattoo in memory of beautiful Bonnie, she is near you always. You will have moments for a very long time as I still do after 6 years of losing our dog Kia. Take time for yourself and enjoy your road trip, looking forward to the vlogs but only when you are ready. Love to you both xx ❤️
Looking forward to the road trip vlogs! Grief comes in waves and sometimes you just duck under and sometimes you ride it. I am feeling a bit of burn-out/overwhelm right now as well. Totally get it. I feel like my brain hasn’t worked properly for a couple months. Some days are better than others…
Losing a pet is never easy! In 2018 I lost my cat he was my baby and he got hit by a car and it feels wrong getting a new cat! I feel you 10000000% but take this grief and heal your heart! Time is never linear so please take your time and be careful of yourself mentally and emotionally! I wish I could give you a bear hug! ❤❤❤
The tattoo is gorgeous. My first tattoo was a robin about 7 years ago, I now have 6, so yes it is quite addictive. Looking forward to the new vlogs from the road trip. But remember to take care of yourself first. ❤
Bless you Brogan, I can totally empathise with your burnout. I had to leave my job in the New Year due to experiencing very similar feelings. I was working in a digital marketing role, constantly creating content, colleagues not realising how long it takes to shoot/edit the lovely reel I produced for social media, editing photos or writing a script for a new promotional video. Managing the company’s social media channels also meant I never felt I could switch off. Well done for recognising the signs and taking steps to give yourself some space. It’s understandable with everything you’ve had on this year but I do think it’s something that is more common in the creative industries.
I can relate very much! I'm so sorry it got to a point you had a to leave and were not appreciated for your hard work. I hope you are in a better job now. Sending lots of love and thank you for sharing that xx
Hey Brogan, thank you for speaking so openly about burnout....a lot of it struck a chord with me and the cracked cookie jar was the perfect representation. I'm so glad to hear that you are taking the time to fill your cup with things that bring you joy. Enjoy ye're road trip, i'm looking forward to seeing what ye get up to. Mind yourself.
Really enjoyed this vlog, hope you are doing okay❤ Looking forward to your road trip vlogs! Especially when you get to the Isle of Skye! Just hope the crowds on the isle are not tooo crazy! 🤪 we miss living in portree! Was a fab experience so hope you both get to enjoy it all! We highly highly recommend Canada for a future travel we lived there for 2 years and Banff has my heart! I have tons of recommendations 😉❤
The cookie jar is a perfect example! I've often felt, especially during my illness this year, that I looked fine, but was completely covered in cracks. We all go through that, but it's how we recover that's important. It's very brave of you to share your journey. My middle daughter is obsessed with Taylor (and I like her pretty well myself). seeing her in concert would be amazing!!! The tattoo is so sweet!!! It's a lovely tribute to Bonnie!!! 😍😍😍 I've been toying with the idea of getting a tattoo myself, but I'm not sure yet. I have a pretty big scar from my surgery this winter, so I'd like something to make it pretty. Has Benji thought about getting a tattoo to cover his surgical scar? I really need to get over to Instagram more often! I just kind of forget about it. Your road trip sounds wonderful!!! Wow, Disney World in January!!! What fun!!! Continued love and health from across the pond!!! 💜💜💜
This is super shallow compared to some of the nice supportive comments here, but I'm very excited for your Disney trip. Got to live vicariously through you lovely people because it's going to be a couple of years before we can go ourselves.
I hope you've got a cuppa and snacks; it really is a chatty one today!! I'll be back next Monday for a Home Vlog, and then we're taking a few weeks off for our UK road trip! Thanks for all your love and support, it means a lot to me. B xx
I really hope you got as much out of this chatty vlog as I did Brogan. Sometimes it’s better to say things out loud and let the universe help to clear it. I’m a true believer in mindfulness and karma etc. Love LOVE your tattoo ❤️and it’s even more beautiful as it’s so personal to you. Never feel pressured to supply content, I’ve followed you for many years and you’ve always put so much pressure on yourself to make your channel interesting for all shapes and sizes. We will totally understand if you need to take you time. Just breathe and believe in yourself and how Important it is to us that you are fine, so no pressure gorgeous girl xx
Tokyo Disney is wonderful as well if you’re thinking of a japan trip anytime soon 😊
It's good that you can talk it out rather than keep second guessing everything. It's hard sometimes to admit that we're not always as strong as we appear.
I'm one of those who watch everything 😊 One of my favourites (and I have many) has to go to Benji on your road trip where you were both doing animal impressions (cows, sheep, chickens) and it was the way Benji laughed when you did the chicken sound 🤣 He was just adorable!
I’m a school counsellor at a secondary school. And how you spoke about the vase and the cracks and how it represented you was beautiful. Something I will be 100% taking into my sessions with my students. Such a sad but simple way of understanding emotions. Thank you for that, thank you for your honesty and how you present yourself. Watch you from the very start and I remember key things you’ve done, but that saying alone will be one of the top things❤
I just wanted to say how much your openess and honesty about the struggles is hitting home with so many of us. It is so important to talk about all the highs and the lows, and I can only imagine that being a content creator brings so many amazing incredible opportunities, but equally also brings so much stress and pressure. Thank you for being you and remember your feelings are valid. Sending you lots of love, remember to be kind to yourself in navigating grief, grief is love with nowhere to go, and beautiful Bonnie was loved so much ❤
You are not alone! You are doing so so well and are so brave for sharing this process with us all. It makes total sense that your brain would be in a space of overwhelm. Grief takes a long time to process, let alone that overstimulation of the biggest and best few months of your life and the jarring jolt of all those happy emotions and all the sadness all at the same time. I know that my brain fog is at its worst when there has been a lot of change in my life and you’ve had SO much change. It’s good to hear you’re giving yourself the space and grace to process it all. In periods of burnout in my life, the song from frozen 2 “Just do the next right thing” really really helped. Each day; just do the next right thing. We’re all here for you xx
Thank you for your honestly around burnout & grief it’s always refreshing to see the ups & downs of people you’ve watched & rooted for , I hope you are feeling better & make time for you even with your busy life , Bonnie is always looking out for you 🐾💕
Oh Brogan my heart broke when you were talking about burn out 😢
I lost someone very close to me recently and the grief just creeps up and hits me like a wave.
Xxx
Please remember your dear friends never leave you xxxxx
Thank you for sharing about burnout. So many people quietly go through it and are scared to speak about it. I'm a teacher, Girl Scout troop leader, and a mom so I have to always keep burnout in check as well. You're so relatable and kind, thank you for that!
Hi Brogan,
Your vlogs are so genuine and honest, I just wanted to say thank you for that. I have experienced similar losses as you, and sometimes I feel like it’s so hard to describe, but you said it perfectly when you spoke about the cookie jar. I hope that each day going forward you have more smiles than tears, more laughter with family and friends, and more sunshine in every day. Take care!💕😊☀️
Hi brogan,you've been so lovely in letting us in on how you been feeling ,at the end of the day your only human ,I hope the cracks in the vase become filled with all thats coming up in your life ,cannot wait to join you& benji along the way with your vlogs ❤
Thanks for being so honest! I watch most of your vlogs! You're so natural and kind. Such a great sense of humor you and Benji have and such lovely people. I adored your dog and now i want one even though i have a cat that wouldn't like it at all so i can't...yet! My daughter has autism and i care for her and cannot work. I also cannot travel or visit many places currently so i visit places through watching you guys and it helps take my mind off things however much i love every minute with my daughter. Thanks for all your honest and fun videos. I look forward to many more xx❤
I get so excited when your vlogs come out! It’s so special when you share your feelings. You are an amazing person. You and Benj are a special couple and so refreshing❤
The unconditional love of our dogs is a true blessing that stays with us forever. Your tattoo is a lovely tribute to Bonnie. And I too experienced that “cookie jar” moment. Many years ago during a stressful time I knocked over a ceramic candlestick that I cherished and completely collapsed to the floor crying hysterically. I realized it wasn’t the object that broke but rather how I was feeling broken at the time. I realized that material things can be replaced and I needed to concentrate on my healing. Wanted you to know that I love your vlogs -Disney, cruises, home/hauls. And as a New Yorker, I cannot wait for your UK road trip! I can live vicariously through you. Thank you. Keep smiling 😊
Your videos are so comforting. It’s like spending time with a friend. Can’t wait for your road trip videos!
Brogan, I've been a long time subscriber but rarely comment. I just wanted to pop on & say thank you for talking so openly about burnout & how you are feeling. I've been struggling to explain to my family how I'm feeling mentally after giving birth to my daughter & loosing my nan to dementia within the space of two weeks. How you described that Jar was exactly how I feel & I think it's the perfect way to get across exactly what I want to tell family, so thank you ❤
The cookie jar reference really got me in my feels, you could hear how much work was getting to you! You work so bloody hard and give us so much, you needed a break Brogan! Thank you for being so open and honest about the reality, I hear and understand you. Please take time on taking care of yourself and things will get better soon. ❤️ Sending love xxx
The tattoo in memory of bonnie is gorgeous, such a special tribute! 😭🐾
Cannot wait for the UK roadtrip content, but again please do not feel pressure to get them up quick! Take as much time as you need!! 🤍
WDW content Jan 2025!!! YAY! 🏰
What a great catchup video!! 💖
Thank you Lily, I really appreciate that xx
Thanks for sharing. You are not alone. I had an underactive thyroid and before I was diagnosed i cried about every thing, i am also a mum and i work too . Sometimes, life gets emotional buts ok and hopefully during these times each of us has support or know who they can talk too. Bonnie was so lucky to have your love. I think you are amazing. your vlogs always make me happy. I hope you both enjoy your UK road trip xx
29 years on I still grieve for my Bonnie, have never not had a dog in my life since I was 2 years old, I am now 68 years old. All pets leave that paw print on your heart they are so loving and feel our emotions. We all need an unwind and to distance ourselves at times to refresh our senses, closing our eyes in the morning and filling our senses while stood outside listening to every sound we take for granted and taking in the aromas, dew on the grass birds singing etc lol. Love the tattoo it’s beautiful x
Awwww 🥹 xx
I know exactly how you feel. Sometimes I just want to cry just because I’m just not feeling my 100% and that’s ok!
Honestly Brogan, you’re one of my favourite RUclipsrs and just know we’ll be here even when you need to take some time for yourself, which is also ok! 💜
Oh darling, yes I’ve been there and even now there are odd moments when the world is overwhelming. Well done for honestly and sharing how things have been in such a well explained manner. I know you’ll help lots of people x
The best vlogger out there.. your honesty is admirable. And as a viewer, consumer (whatever word you want to use!) of your content.. theres never a day where i dont love your videos. Either theyre fun and I have a great time discussing Disney with my family as we catch up on your Disney trips.. or plan our next cruise from your vlogs.. or theyre honest and real and remind me that im not alone in what i feel, that its normal.. or theyve got me debating whether i want to branch out from my love of thrillers to try the romance genre of books! Thank you for your honesty and for just being a real relatable human. Thank you for being you! ❤😊
Feel like I needed to comment. Watching you at the start made me burst out crying. You have explained PERFECTLY what I’ve been feeling for a good month. It’s burnout. Thank you Brogan. It’s a weird thank you, I realise that. 😂 it’s okay, to have a wobble and realise you need to take some time for yourself. I really truely hope you’re okay, and watching your vlogs makes me feel better. Life is hard and certainly overwhelming. Claire x
Hi Brogan 👋I’ve just found your channel recently as we are going to Disneyland Paris next year… I love your channel! Plus you’re local to us, so it’s so nice to see a vlogger visiting places near us! I’m a newbie and thought I’d say Hi 👋 😊x
We lost our blue Frenchie 15 months ago and memories that come up on FB still make me bawl. 🥹We have another Frenchie now who I adore but we never forget the fur babies we’ve lost. ❤❤
Totally feel you with this burnout, the jar analogy is perfect. Also I can confirm making friendship bracelets for TayTay is the most therapeutic activity there is. The evenings I spent doing that in the lead up to seeing her were so healing xxx
you are not alone, I've had a lot of loss in a two year period and cry daily...You are brilliant, such a gorgeous human....Brogan I have watched you from almost the beginning and to see your life change and everything you have accomplished is amazing. Ohhh Disney World, we may bump into you..moved to Orlando last August..you and Ash are a year apart lol. Lots of love...Sue xo
glad your having time out for yourself,i suffer with anxiety and it can be very difficult at times,family are really the best medicine,we also are going back to walt disney world next may/june for 14 nights cant wait as we are taking my daughter and her husband also my grand daughter,take good care of yourself,love and hugs xxxx
Love a chatty car Vlog!! Sorry to hear you've been feeling a bit down. Big hug. Losing a pet is devastating and I think doing wonderful trips, wedding etc is also coming back down to earth after a massive high. You put so much work into all that you do I really appreciate it and just know I couldn't do it!! Take care of yourself ❤😘
So important to recognise burnout! Wish id known about it, unfortunately I ignored it & had panic attack. Then completely sensitised myself. Im in recovery now. But just wish id caught it before! Thank you for being so open & honest Brogan ❤
I’m going back to Disney World in the end of October. I’m happy to hear you’re going back to Disney World. I’ve been rewatching those vlogs because they bring the smile on my face. Well, any of your Disney vlogs bring the smile on my face. 😊
Finally catching up with this vlog, how you are still going and doing videos are beyond me after everything, and I have so much respect for how open and honest you are with everyone even when you don't need to be. You seem like such a lovely person are clearly so down to earth, but do make sure to take care of yourself it's so so important and this video is such a lovely reminder for anyone going through something similar that it's ok to take a break, to take care of yourself and just breath for 5 minutes. Keep smiling Brogan ❤️ xx
P.s the tattoo is so so lovely ❤️❤️❤️
I'm really obsessed with your videos at the moment, I just love how relatable and comforting you are to watch. I've been going to therapy recently as I was like that cookie jar, and in February I disintegrated, so really appreciate your open honesty. Reminds us we are not alone and it's okay to not feel great all the time.
My partner and I have been speaking about travelling and roadtripping so I've been really inspired by your videos! I can't wait to watch the UK road trip vlogs.
First thing that I would like to say is you grieve forever and they will live forever in your heart, our fur babies all lived for over 20 years. I am currently living in a fog state due to all the following happening to me in the one year, my parents passing, our final fur baby passing and I have been diagnosed with a horrible disease. My husband has booked us on our first cruise in October after I talked about you and your cruises seem to cheer me. Sorry for rattling on, if you need time please take it while you can. You looked great so something is working. Please put Australia on your bucket list, your friends from down Under ❤
My sweet girl passed on May 6th. It was so weird because watching your social media and vlogs, I had this sense it was coming. I was watching you grieve and anticipated my own. Nothing really prepares you for how intense the sadness is. I cry every single day. I look at pictures and I have the most vivid memories, and get this feeling of “oh wait, I never get to see her again”
And the wound rips open all over again.
I remember one of my teachers - a performing musician - sharing with me once how annoyed she was with herself that she had allowed herself to get over-committed with concert engagements - and she couldn't get out of any of them. It was going to be a struggle-through-it situation. I was a student in my 20s and she was in her early 60s. It taught me that this is something that can happen to anyone, at any point, no matter how much experience they have. I hope you continue taking time to fill yourself up, rest, slow the pace, and keep AT that until you feel your natural zest for life creep back in. Especially with grief, it's so unpredictable, so up and down - I'm sending you lots of grace and hope you will continue to give it to yourself!! Big hugs!
I had the same ‘strawberry moment’ today. In Aldi carpark, I still dont really know why I was crying. The worst part was I had just cleaned my car out and had no tissues. Sending lots of love, you look really well and I’m really happy to hear you are on the mend.
I got my first tattoo when I was 40…. I happened to be visiting my brother in Canada and one day randomly was like , I’m getting a tattoo, isn’t regret it at all and I’m glad I waited it’s special to me
I think we’ve all been in that spot where things just kind of hit you all at once. Especially when things are seemingly going well and yet you still haven’t processed other things so it seems to taint anything good and real. I really loved your analogy about the cracked vase. It’s extremely relatable and just fits. We may be strangers on the internet but we’re all here in your corner. You bring us light and I thank you for that!
Happy to see you are doing and feeling a bit better. This was me 2.5 yrs ago I had been care giving for my husband 8 yrs and I was working full time and I was crying every single day. I was beyond exhausted and I had to say I cannot cotinine this. I was declared burn out but I had to still work as someone had to pay the bills. Sadly I had to walk away from a 20 yr relationship a life I had built so hard and had to put my hands up in the air. I got therapy for anxiety and depression and it was hard. I am doing much better now but I had to set boundaries to protect myself. Its okay to slow down, its okay to cry, its okay to say NO. Love watching you from Canada :) and Love disney tooo !!!
The cookie jar story is such a good representation of burnout. As someone who has dealt with this for years completely understand how you feel! ❤
❤ sending hugs, I think we all have days where we just feel so overwhelmed that crying is the best thing to do as a release, same with grief it comes and goes especially as it’s still so new xx
Oh lovely Brogan ❤️ All the burnout chat resonated with me so very much! It is just SO difficult and I really feel for you going through it. The crying! That’s now such a tell tale sign for me 😂 I was on the phone to my boss just crying and crying and telling her how I didn’t understand why and it took her listing all the things that I’d told her over the past few months that I’d been going through for me to realise it had actually been quite a lot… 😅 We love a supportive boss 🫶🏻 and I know you’ll be a great one to yourself ✨ As always, thank you for sharing ❤️✨
Aww Brogan I can so empathise with you with feeling low and having brain fog, your an amazing lady and we’re all here for you, so love watching your blogs and inspiration sending love and hugs to you ❤️🤗x
Aw Brogan, you’ve been through a lot the last couple of months. Glad you are being kind to yourself and taking the time to get back to your normal self. I always stick the hairspray soundtrack on - always guaranteed to cheer me up. Sending hugs xxx
Lost one of my dogs a month ago now and also grieving 💔 thanks for sharing so honestly about your loss of Bonnie and feeling like the intact but broken jar x
Dealing with grief & an intense work schedule..it's no wonder you hit your limit. When my father passed away, I was a manager and could not take time off. I ended up having a full breakdown & being admitted to an inpatient facility. Never would have thought I would end up in that space but it's the best thing that ever happened to me. Our mental health should never be downplayed or overlooked. I am so happy you took the time you need. I adore the Bonnie tribute. Just beautiful! ❤
I don’t think you really stop grieving, over anything, it’s just gets easier over time.
I can relate to you about your dog (Bonnie) passing away.
Life is pretty empty when they’re gone, they don’t want much other than your love and affection.
The tattoo is sweet, definitely put a B on it as she was a big part of the B family.
Can’t wait for your road trip, your home vlog sounds interesting too.
It takes time to heal allow yourself to cry and remember Bonnie, how your feeling is completely normal when you’ve lost someone xx Stella
You’re not alone, the way you just described how you have and are still feeling was so relatable. Thank you for this and letting us into how your life has been at the moment. It will get better, time is a great healer. I’ll be honest, when you told us you and benji had sadly lost Bonnie and you said your goodbyes, I had to stop watching for a few weeks because I love my fur baby so much, it’s a day I know will absolutely break me so it was something I didn’t want to think about at the time but I love watching all your videos so couldn’t stay away for long xxx
You’ll absolutely adore York! We went for the first time in May and truly fell in love with it. Such a beautiful city with some really friendly people…you’ll love it! 🩷
Thank you, Brogan, for being so open and honest about how you have been affected by your grief. So often the loss of a pet can be devastating, and manifests in many different ways, such as the tiredness and feelings of emotion that you described. You talked about how you felt so clearly and anyone dealing with similar grief would know that they are not alone. Well done you and thanks. Much love, Angela F ❤
I appreciate your beautiful honesty about your grief over your precious fur baby, I lost my 16year old dog in February, and the grief can be difficult. I thought I would even hear him in the house. when you give yourself time to grieve, perhaps your wonderful memories will give you peace.
Your life was a perfect storm and you are so brave for sharing your personal feelings. Grief has no time line so please just take the time you need.
I’m so sorry to hear how you’re in the burn out zone Brogan 😢 I think you’re doing an amazing job bringing lots of honesty to your community on here. I’m a meditation teacher, and I highly recommend trying some guided meditations to help support yourself until you get back to yourself (and hopefully avoid burn out in future). There’s a few on my channel that might help, but if I don’t resonate then RUclips is a great place for supportive content ♥️
Aww bless you you’re so brave being so open about everything. When I lost my dog (and it was two months before my wedding) aw I was a mess. I remember weeks after a custom suit I bought him for our wedding arrived and I sobbed my soul out on the kitchen floor. I honestly think it took me about a year to lose that ache in my body. We had a golden retriever after him (she’s now 6) and you totally find space for them in your ❤, they’re so different , lovely to have a doggy back with us but because I know how painful and raw the loss of a dog is I really appreciate and love our golden even more ❤
Such a special “catch up!“. Thank you for your honesty regarding burn out. It’s tough to recover from but it sounds like yoi had help from Adam and others to help you rest and restore❤️❤️❤️
I totally get the burnout thing as I am disabled and use up so much energy moving around ,I also have always suffered from overstimulation which can be very overwelming .
Sending Love xoxo
Glad you took a break. I don’t know how content creators do it. Seems like they never take a day off. Love your tattoo!!! I got my first tattoo in November. It took about an hour, and I didn’t think I hurt either. I actually found it relaxing 😅
Just sending you a hug. 🫂 We lost our old lady cat when i was pregnant with my babygirl in 2017. I still cry when i think about her. She died under my hands. It was very traumatic for me. And i also had a time when i felt those burnout/depression feelings because of a tough time in our marriage. But i got over it. We can do it. Sometimes we are stronger as we think. ❤
Brogan please look after yourself. You need to make sure to take time for yourself . As much as I love watching your vlogs I’d hate to think of you pushing yourself to far. Love your Bonnie tattoo. Such a lovely way to remember her by. Great to see you are feeling a bit better xx
Love the tattoo, I totally get how you feel about losing Bonnie, our furry babies are very precious. Yay to Disney 2025, I’m there January too, only a week offsite but cannot wait! Looking forward to UK road trip vlogs too ❤
Hey Brogan...what a great idea to get a tatoo of Bonnie with the stars!!! Brilliant!!!
I know how you feel...I have lost 5 pets and it just hurts!!!
Wow your Mum is a super tanner...you are a great organizer keep it up!!!❤❤❤
I totally understand what you're going through Brogan. We had to deal with grief the same year we got married, and the extreme ups and downs are a LOT. You're dealing with it so well (better than I did...haha!), and I think the best advice I got was to be kind to yourself meaning if you want to lie on the sofa crying all day, just do it! Just take it easy and don't feel too pressured to do too much too soon. Love the tattoo! ❤ x
Loved this video Brogan. Your honesty is so important as it reminds everyone know that we're not alone with how we're feeling. I completely empathise with you and sending you so much love ❤
On another note, we went to the Highlands in April where we got engaged! It was at Glencoe Lochan and it is honestly so beautiful if you get a chance to go. I also had one of the best meals of my life up there. It's a place called The Old Inn in Appin. I don't know if you'll be in the area but it is well worth the visit. Also, you have to stop by The Green Welly Stop on the way down to Glasgow. It's iconic 😂
Oh and we went to Disney World in January 2023. Honestly one of the best times to go in my opinion. Perfect weather and the crowds were still quite low
Yay for Walt Disney World. We are going in December 2025 followed by an Emerald Caribbean cruise. Can’t wait! Enjoy your road trip, such a beautiful country. We always try to travel to a new area when we are visiting family in Scotland. Katie
As a tattooist who's followed you for many years, I'm delighted to see you getting your first one, especially in remembrance of Bonnie. Truly truly special and so glad the experience was such a positive one! You will be very tempted for more and that's down to the dopamine release related to getting them and people realising they're never as bad, pain-wise as they usually think! Really glad to see you're taking some time away to recover from burnout - something I'm really trying to do right now. Sending love
Wow. The cookie jar. I feel you. Also still a lovely vlog and hope you are continuing to wade through the decision fatigue and general overwhelm. Such an intense season for you, sending heaps of love xxx
Your tattoo is gorgeous! I’ve been looking for someone who does fine line tattoos and this is exactly the kind of artist I’ve been looking for so thank you for sharing 😊☺️ xx
So lovely to see you - you are definitely not alone in how you have been feeling. Thank you for sharing ❤️ it makes us all feel a little more ‘normal’ ❤️❤️❤️❤️xxx
Ps your hair looks gorgeous 😃xx
100% get the burn out thing and experienced it pretty badly myself a couple of years ago. Won’t share too much but was a complete shell of myself for quite some time so you are not alone! I still get moments of it here and there but am much better now. It will pass, best to prioritise yourself and focus on what brings you joy ❤
I'm so sorry to hear that, thank you for your kindness and understanding xx
@@brogantatexo having a Disney trip to plan is always a good distraction too 😉
McD's cheeky lunch and a Brogan catch-up.. BEST LUNCH BREAK EVER 😁 I know how you feel with the brain fog & burnout. The way you described it wiping off your glasses, that's exactly it. Spot on! Hope Benji's holding up with the 'strawberry crying' incidents 😂😂 that made me giggle. Gutted after the drum roll, I was praying for California (pain in the bum aren't we, can never please us all haha) Thanks for a great half hour xx xx
Omg the cookie jar thing just broke me. Sat here crying my eyes out cos that how I feel 😢😢😢. Didn’t realise until you just explained it. Hope you are doing better now. Sending you love. Xxx
Thank you for another lovely chatting blog. Since I found your page on RUclips at the end of last year I have enjoyed so many of the videos and other content that you have posted on here and Instagram. What you said here about the vase really got to me, as to be honest it accurately describes how I feel at the moment. I didn’t realise that was how I felt until you said it. I am hoping this will improve, although probably only with big changes in my life. Fingers crossed when I get there. Thank you again for being so lovely and looking forward to seeing your adventures this summer. Xx
Eekk how exciting to have another WDW trip in the planning! 🤩
I'm one of your watch everything followers :) I eagerly look forward to every video you put out. I just wanted to let you know that what you shared about the hard days, the fog, overwhelm with decisions, and not having the capacity for a lot of things are all normal parts of the grief process that we don't talk about enough. We hear about things like anger and denial, but not the smaller stuff. Our family went through a major life shift almost two years ago, and it's taken me about 18 months to start feeling like myself again. I struggled with decisions, felt overwhelmed, didn't have a high capacity for social things because it just felt exhausting, and the grief would hit out of nowhere and I'd burst out crying. Be gracious with yourself, know that what you're experiencing is a process, and it does get better :)
You will have to get the Pandora Unicorn charm which is the national animal for Scotland, it is very cute.
Thank you for opening up, i feel we all have struggles in our own way. You didnt get to say goodbye to your Bonnie girl and coming from a massive high from your Wedding and Birthday it is going to take some while to process. Grief has no time line, i still grieve my mum (18years) and my dad (13 years). We are all here and continue to support you both. Keep shining bright xx
I think you almost needed to crack that jar so you could really understand what you were going through and how important it was for you to give yourself grace and take time to heal. I hope you’re feeling better, and remember, it’s not always a linear process recovering from grief or burnout. Sending you lots of love. Can’t wait for the UK road trip series when you’re ready to share it. 💜
You arn’t alone at all! I had the wedding blues on top of grieving for my nan and i was a mess quite frankly lol all i could think was how can i be so low on such a high of a year for us but i got through it. Still get sad, don’t think grieving ever really ends but does get easier. Sending you love and you will feel better eventually! Xxx
Loved this catch up vlog. Grief is a messy thing. It will come and go and sneak up on you. Mix that with burnout and you definitely deserve a break. I CANT WAIT for your road trip. I turn 30 next year and am planning a trip to the Lake District and Scotland so I can’t wait to get tips from you.
That's normal to feel that; the set backs. She was a heavily a part of your life. I know many people don't say their pets are like actual 'human' members but to me they are. I'm sorry you are going through this... it hurts a LOT before it gets better (especially the things you associate to the one you lost) whether it takes a few months or years. I think your openness and personality is what draws me to your vlogs. Yes, I get to experience the many places you go too but even your home vlogs or chats are lovely!
Take the time you need
I’ve had that burnout! It was when I was working, taking care of kids and husband, making and selling jewelry in the side, etc etc. It does get better! Always take care of yourself!
Hubby and I just got our first tattoos in 2022 after walking 550 miles across Spain! Camino de Santiago. We were 64 and 74 years old 😅.
I always have trips planned. It makes me so happy. I’m booking a lot with points lately. Anyway, going on a few road trips soon and then a cruise. I then booked flights to Italy and Austria for next year and another cruise. Also we go to Maui every year. Can’t wait!
I know you said you did think your depressed. But your symptoms are the same as what I had. After my 3 failed rds of IVF. It's called reaction depression. I didnt want to take tablets. So I took up yoga and meditation omg works a treat. Hopefully you feel better soon. I have a 5 year old cockerpoo who is my baby so I cant imagine how painful 💔 it would be to loose her. Stay strong and find time for you xxx
Brogan!
OMGoodness darlin you got this hunny! You are such a good person and so deserve a bigger break than you’ve had. Everyone will understand…. Oh and BTW when you described how you told him you didn’t want strawberries made me literally laugh out loud. Stay strong babe and for Pete sake do not apologize for being human. You do you boo! Tell Benji hello.
I lost my mum in march and the description of cracks in the jar and trying to hold it together Is exactly how I feel. so sorry about bonnie.
Grasmere gingerbread.... absolute must! you will love it and next to the church where Wordsworth is buried.
Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your struggle. You are not alone. You need to take breaks. You cannot pour from an empty cup.
Burnout is such a real thing and I’m so glad that you have been able to take a step back, where you can, and allow yourself some time to sit with your emotions 🫶🏻 I love your tattoo! My first, and very special, tattoo was also on the inside of my left arm!
I’m also going to see Taylor Swift in August, so I hope you have the best time! I’ll be there on the Thursday and Friday🎉 what are your hopes for the surprise songs?
Thank you, as always, for the videos! We all appreciate you showing the real side of life and your continuous honesty❤💗
Hi my love. My inner mumma bear just wants to give you a cuddle and sit and listen to you. I felt burnout when my family broke down in 2020-2021. Cutting them all off has made me feel a million times better. I know that isn’t going to help you but everyone needs to just take a step back sometimes. You are a fabulous human you and benji both please take care of yourself.
The tattoo is stunning. I have 13 in total it is very addictive. Xx
Lovely vlog Brogan, enjoy these as much as the Disney ones and can't wait for WDW! Thanks for this vlog, excellent. Keep on, keeping on and taking care of yourself and thank you for sharing x I miss my Bonnie-Lass too. Gone about 3 weeks now and blindsided by her loss. Dogs are the best but damn, when they leave us it is cruching. x
Yay! Excited for another video. My husband has come up with multiple alternative names for the two of you including Borgen and Jorgen, Brugen and Birge, and Flotsem and Jetsom. I never know what he will come up with next. 😂
Glad you are getting back to yourself. Think we all need to reset sometimes. With regards to your road trip how amazing. I know you said you are going to York but if you do get time to go to Leeds there is a really nice bistro/cafe called Olive and Rye. It’s in the centre and is so gorgeous. Happy travels ❤
Yay for a Disney world trip 🎉🎉 we are going in the first quarter of 25 so will be looking forward to seeing what you get up to 🏰
Beautiful tattoo in memory of beautiful Bonnie, she is near you always. You will have moments for a very long time as I still do after 6 years of losing our dog Kia. Take time for yourself and enjoy your road trip, looking forward to the vlogs but only when you are ready. Love to you both xx ❤️
Looking forward to the road trip vlogs! Grief comes in waves and sometimes you just duck under and sometimes you ride it. I am feeling a bit of burn-out/overwhelm right now as well. Totally get it. I feel like my brain hasn’t worked properly for a couple months. Some days are better than others…
Losing a pet is never easy! In 2018 I lost my cat he was my baby and he got hit by a car and it feels wrong getting a new cat! I feel you 10000000% but take this grief and heal your heart! Time is never linear so please take your time and be careful of yourself mentally and emotionally! I wish I could give you a bear hug! ❤❤❤
The tattoo is gorgeous. My first tattoo was a robin about 7 years ago, I now have 6, so yes it is quite addictive. Looking forward to the new vlogs from the road trip. But remember to take care of yourself first. ❤
Bless you Brogan, I can totally empathise with your burnout. I had to leave my job in the New Year due to experiencing very similar feelings. I was working in a digital marketing role, constantly creating content, colleagues not realising how long it takes to shoot/edit the lovely reel I produced for social media, editing photos or writing a script for a new promotional video. Managing the company’s social media channels also meant I never felt I could switch off. Well done for recognising the signs and taking steps to give yourself some space. It’s understandable with everything you’ve had on this year but I do think it’s something that is more common in the creative industries.
I can relate very much! I'm so sorry it got to a point you had a to leave and were not appreciated for your hard work. I hope you are in a better job now. Sending lots of love and thank you for sharing that xx
Hey Brogan, thank you for speaking so openly about burnout....a lot of it struck a chord with me and the cracked cookie jar was the perfect representation. I'm so glad to hear that you are taking the time to fill your cup with things that bring you joy. Enjoy ye're road trip, i'm looking forward to seeing what ye get up to. Mind yourself.
Really enjoyed this vlog, hope you are doing okay❤ Looking forward to your road trip vlogs! Especially when you get to the Isle of Skye! Just hope the crowds on the isle are not tooo crazy! 🤪 we miss living in portree! Was a fab experience so hope you both get to enjoy it all! We highly highly recommend Canada for a future travel we lived there for 2 years and Banff has my heart! I have tons of recommendations 😉❤
The cookie jar is a perfect example! I've often felt, especially during my illness this year, that I looked fine, but was completely covered in cracks. We all go through that, but it's how we recover that's important. It's very brave of you to share your journey. My middle daughter is obsessed with Taylor (and I like her pretty well myself). seeing her in concert would be amazing!!! The tattoo is so sweet!!! It's a lovely tribute to Bonnie!!! 😍😍😍 I've been toying with the idea of getting a tattoo myself, but I'm not sure yet. I have a pretty big scar from my surgery this winter, so I'd like something to make it pretty. Has Benji thought about getting a tattoo to cover his surgical scar? I really need to get over to Instagram more often! I just kind of forget about it. Your road trip sounds wonderful!!! Wow, Disney World in January!!! What fun!!! Continued love and health from across the pond!!! 💜💜💜
This is super shallow compared to some of the nice supportive comments here, but I'm very excited for your Disney trip. Got to live vicariously through you lovely people because it's going to be a couple of years before we can go ourselves.
It's a beautiful little Tattoo, such a nice reminder. Xx