Hey all! I've been trying to make more "on topic" fitness content, but I learned this while I was sick for a few days and really, really wanted to share with some of you. Our mindset and perspective shapes how we see the world and tremendously impacts the actions we take. Being excited to live life isn't delusional. It's a tremendous advantage. Different things motivate different people, but here's my advice: Our environment and social group often determine our outlook. If our friends are Debbie Downers, we're likely negative as well. If possible, find new friends. Hang out with new people that lift you up. If you can't do this, consume positive content (podcasts, videos, articles, books, etc). There are many motivational people out there. Listen to people that teach you and make you excited to live life. Keep listening to them. Thanks for listening!
As a creative person who has dealt with depression for most of my life, I want to re-emphasize what Hampton said about surrounding yourself with people who are supportive of not only you, but also what you are passionate about. I know from experience that having even a small community of like-minded people can be an absolute lifeline when your optimism and hope fade.
I love this comment section. I've cried six times (I wish I was kidding) reading a few handful of these comments and I relate to this so well. It's just...a sense of understanding. I, and I'm sure, most people in this community have gained a sense of being understood, and heard. Thank you Hampton, for giving us this space. And never call your channel, or your hard work 'A fluke'. It's not - you, your hard work and your wonderful personality got you here. Thank you for being here.
Thank YOU for being here, my friend. I'm really glad you found some relatable comments. I'm actually quite happy with how the comments section is! So many deep stories.
Brotha - you are you and that's why we're here. You're the bob ross of fitness. As an HCP myself, you're moving mountains and doing so much good for so many physically and mentally. I'm learning simultaneously.
Brotha I love Bob Ross’s videos they are like natural Xanax man, seriously. I get what you mean, Hampton is really Peaceful & Positive. That’s literally the only reason I’ve watched his videos since I don’t workout at all he’s just super chill 😅
I'm probably a bit older than most your viewers as I'm over 50. As a long time sufferer of depression I can't agree more. You need to find the things in life that spark you. It's very hard to maintain optimism without that. Think I needed this today as I have lost another friend this past week, way to soon. At some point your confronted with how brief life is. Do the things you love now as tomorrow isn't guaranteed. The things that frustrate you today will be forgotten tomorrow. Perspective is everything. How you choose to frame things is very important. Listen to your internal dialogue, if it's not how you would speak to your loved ones change that voice! It also helps to sit down once a day and record three things you are grateful for. Do it for a few weeks and you find your mindset shifting.
As someone who was naturally hopeful and optimistic until going through traumatic events, I just want to go back to where I used to be. I want to feel like myself again. I appreciate the advice, and just knowing that there are people like you out there who can keep being positive and not letting the world break you makes me feel like I could change things for myself.
I've had the exact opposite story. I used to be optimistic until I immigrated to America. You are so wise, Hampton, to use that metaphor. It's mostly about mindset. Thank you for posting this!
Hampton, I’m feeling lonely and burnt out lately. Physically, I’m 100% well but my mentality in terms of mindset and confidence is wearing me down. I know this is only temporary I always know it will pass. I just wanted to say that your videos is helping me through the process of motivation. P.S. you actually uploaded this video at the right time, I needed this.
I failed driving test for the second time today :(, it once again really affected my mental state which is usually good so this video came at good time for me too
My husband died last August. I have had a terrible year. Somehow I have managed to keep moving forward. My anger and frustration and grief come out and I get really down. I try to shake it off and try not to show it and I’m mad at myself when those negative emotions come out. Why should I or anyone be mad at myself/ourselves when life gets too hard? Why shouldn’t I break down sometimes and honor those feelings and moments then pick myself up and basically crawl forward? He’s right who you have in your life is so important. It’s very hard to find good people and be accepted by them.
It’s sad his shorts get so many views but it doesn’t transfer over to his long form content… He is a good guy that people should listen to! For basically any & everything
Bro I love your energy. This is a problem every real one deals with, it’s a sign of an intelligent mind. Take time to appreciate yourself and remember where you came from. A good quote - Be so busy watering your own grass that you don’t have time to look at others people’s.
I’m going through a very very difficult time existentially since my 32nd birthday. but I’m making the promise to myself to carry on, to strive and work and press through it. to continue to show up for myself and my life and I know I’ll feel normal again. I’m here for you all and I want us all to win and to make it. Love y’all.
The perspective of someone have the best day of their live and someone having the worst day of their live, being equal, and the only difference being having hope, is really a good way to look at things.
There’s forces actively trying to hinder unity and hope with the goal of breaking people apart. It has succeeded more than I would like but also there’s so many good people that aren’t letting it bring them down it’s inspiring.
Something that really started to help me is saying to myself every time i go to bed 'this is it. When i go to sleep i will die'. I never really think im going to die but it shifts my perspective massively every time i do it. It helps me put my problems into perspective and makes me look forward to the little mundane bits about the day that you enjoy when you get the time. Sometimes all you really need is to take a step back and the reasons for your optimism will come back to you on their own, like a painter who gets caught up in a few strokes when the painting is a masterpiece.
Just to add it often helps bring up those little activities which you would call your passions. When you reach that state of mind it wont hurt to write that down and have it on your desk for tomorrow
Hey man, I am having a rough time right now and I really appreciate this. I’m generally an optimistic person, but I have been struggling and this was something I really needed.
@@BrandonThaChosen Same here! Especially since I'm in uni, the overwhelming workload with the days getting shorter is not a great combo. Always makes me feel like I have less and less time to catch up and stay on track. Being all online this semester has also depleted my day to day excitement and left me really tired. I know my passion for my study and life overall is still there, just momentarily covered up and clouded due to the circumstances. I wish you (and anyone reading) the best with whatever situation you're in right now. Stay healthy and warm this winter season
It is reassuring to see so many people in the comment section feeling this way rn. I feel this way too and up until checking out the comments, I felt pretty alone about it. Maybe it's some kind of movement, if that's any mindset to help get through it :D
You are a very good egg. Wish there were more like you on youtube and in every day life. Wise beyond your years. Thank you for making the world a better place.
I was about to give up in my college career. But now I feel hopeful that someone sees my situation too. Unfortunately My parents are very strict not because they are bad parents, they are good parents who just wants their kids to be safe. But that *safe* net is limiting me from experience the best out of my life. I am still not allowed to go out the house even at the age of 19. I've already contacted my life coach to talk to my parents. I hope I can go out ( my parents abroad so my sisters are in charge which is worst ) being in an environment filled with life ( nature, new places, people face to face with mask on and not crowded ) Is my pure Motivation and inspiration to do something I hate to something I can do no matter what.
I hope I can have the joy and happiness I deserve. because I feel like I'm back to prison just like my childhood days ( my house when I was a kid feels like I was in prison and in chains ) I don't care anymore if my parents buy my *trendy clothes* ( nike logo shirt and big brand names on the middle, yuck ) Because I want to live with clothing that is normal, not trendy. I want to live life with guidance and not control. I want to live not *need* because life is not always perfect.
I know this is very late, but I want to tell you to hang on my stranger friend. Life is incredibly tough and throws a lot of obstacles that brings us down. However, it can be a blessing or a curse. These hard times are chances for you to test your limit, to see how far you can go in life, how can you improve yourself, how do you behave and act. You can use these opportunities to reflect on your emotions, knowledge and so much more so if you happen to get stuck in one of these situations, you now know how to better deal with them. I, for example, am about to go to college very soon and I am very nervous about a lot of stuff. But, I do know for a fact that my parents have endured worse hardships than me and they still succeed in life and able to raise me and my brother. They did not have internet, modern gadgets, advanced education and houses, money for daily shopping and emergency situations, good mentors who are not always there to support them and so much more. Yet, they survived that era and still live healthily and happily and still provide for us even though we are not rich. Seeing how they managed to get through empowers me. If they thrive in such environment, why can't I do so right? Although my points are somewhat vaguely explained, the main point I am trying to reach here is: You control your own life, seize it, improve it, never let anyone take control of your life. There are so many great things in life that we have yet to discover. We'll get through this, stay strong and have a wonderful day.
Fear is not fun! I deal with this most of the time. May it be fear of death, illness, loss of someone, etc. I'm working on it. I'm working on the mindset to face it if and when it happens. Thanks for this video. This helped many!!
This video is perfectly timed. I'm going through the hardest time in my life right now and can't see a way out. Thank you for making this video. I still don't know how I can hope for a good outcome, but I will continue to try.
was JUST talking to my friend about feeling lonely since i havent had a relationship in 4 years and this popped up. i always keep my head up and have been seeing a therapist for over a year now, and ive been really good mentally but i always "slow down" sometimes. it's inevitable, but this was a good thing to see when "slowing down" thanks Hampton.
I am under the weather now. Yes! It’s important to be grateful for our good health. Illness once in a while is a reminder that I should never take good health for granted. Growth is often uncomfortable… hope and kindness can get us through. Perspective!Thank you for Hybrid Calisthenics and for your wisdom. 🙏🏼
I think many people are not goal oriented. I’ve personally struggled with depression for much of my adult life but I pushed through by believing I could achieve the goals I set for myself. Those goals helped “distract” me from focusing on my depression and focus on the things I needed to do in order to achieve the goals I was after. Living in Interior Alaska where it is cold and dark for 3-4 moths of the year I came to realize that my mindset ultimately determined my mood despite my environmental condition that I find myself in and I am in control of my mindset. Knowing that is liberating. I hope those of you who happen to read this come to the same conclusion. Lastly, perspective is so important and that comes with life experience. Serving 20 years in the Air Force has given me perspective that living in the good ole USA 🇺🇸 is a blessing. But if you’ve not experienced life outside of the USA it’s difficult to realize how fortunate we are. Be well my RUclips friends!
_ "feel excited to do them"_ this is actually the greatest question of my existence since most of my living years i feel empty. As a child we were mostly excited of new things since we are still on development stage but as we get older, all those excitements fade and we slowly lose hope. hope i could somehow harness this by exercising but even that takes me time to finally get myself to work.
I know I don't know you very well. I wish I could. And dude, I know you know this. But by helping one person, you might have just helped the world. You've helped me be more open to my views with others just like you do. So if I've ever assisted someone through a hard time or anything, I hope you know it's largely because of how you set me up. Thanks dude. Your mindset and passion keep me growing in my own mindset and passion. It's not always easy, but dude, invaluable to me to say the least.
Just realized I commented on this video a month ago XD Never ending wisdom that applies in multiple situations of my life apparently. Much gratitude my friend!
" when you live with a bunch of fear, its really not that fun. There are many things that can go wrong ....." this is what most of us go through...... I am a prime example. if you like something, work for it irrespective of the result, if you fail, do it again and again and again till you reach that point where you either loose motivation or succeed. either way you'll by that time whether you like it or not. But if you dont do it in the first place, how will you know?.
Thank you so much. You are so good. Having empathy and understanding of others using your couple days of sickness to relate to those of us who struggle with optimism and depression is so special. Good health truly is the whole person. Not just muscles. Thank you for being real. And you have a talent of teaching exercise!! Your exercises are so good for senior citizens! Thats hard to find. Because you give beginner to progression with the regular exercises. Not feeling like we are old and cant do it! Very wise you are!!!
Thanks man! This is good and helpful! What helped me a lot is NOT to waste energy on stuff that I cannot change: Being in a traffic jam, what people think and write on the internet, politics (to a degree) etc. I'd rather focus on making the best out of the things I can influence or even have under my own control and excell in those.
Alright I said he wouldn’t steal my heart but he did this guy is a genuine class act just all around decent human he doesn’t do this for himself he does it to try and help build a better community I respect and appreciate him a lot I hope we all can learn and grow from him . Ty
I really don't know, I've never seen someone like you before, you seem truly nice, kind and listening to you talk gives a different feeling... Thank you brother, really, you make my day.
I live with chronic pain and really enjoy your videos. I think it's because of your being you, your self-acceptance, and care for your viewers. ...besides all tge helpful exercises and tips! I really appreciate you putting youself out here on social media. Thank you.
When things get tough, it can be difficult looking forward to the next day. Whatever happens, don't lose hope! Somewhere in this world, I will be rooting for you, Hampton will be rooting for you, Hampton's plants and the forest around his house will be rooting for you!
About the relative happiness at the end, i have read that amputees or people that lost the ability to walk after an incident go into massive depression after the accident, but after 2-3 years they regain their happiness and optimism even if their life is more limited than before. As Bob Ross once said, "Gotta have opposites, light and dark and dark and light, in painting. It’s like in life. Gotta have a little sadness once in awhile so you know when the good times come." Keep at it people, good times will come.
Hi Hampton, I was really feeling down and out for the past few months because I lost my job due to retrenchment and now I am unable to find a new job because of recession and for some reason got rejected many times and also nobody is replying to me after sending countless of resumes. I just want to say your videos really encourage me and gave me a new perspective in life. All these while I put all my self esteem and values on my skillset as a artist and designer and now not being able to find job with it really puts me down and destroys my self esteem. Plus I'm always a negative and pessimistic person and always find myself being trap in that constant loop. Thankfully now, I'm slowly to try and get back up and starting finding value in myself and having optimism and faith that I can find a new job soon.
I hope you read this Hampton. I wish that you are showered with love and warmth from people around and the circumstances around. I don't know how else to express gratitude. In a particularly unhappy and tight spot in life and this video has given my the godsent perspective I needed. Was in tears and then calmed down while going through the video. Hope your health is alright and I hope you continue to live a life of meaning. And I really hope you read this!
I was never really sad or not in a positive aura, I am lucky. But you still help me move up and beyond where I am now and I appreciate it greatly, keep going!
I'm glad that you are feeling much better. And I hope you have a full and complete recovery soon where you aren't experiencing hoarseness when you talk. I've been struggling and dealing with physical pain and toxic people for years. I had to cut some people out of my life. They were manipulative and negative not just to me but many others. I've realized that I'm exhausted and severely depressed. I just want to thank you for this video. I appreciate it.
Hi Hampton, I've come across your channel here and there recently and your videos truly help form a certain calmness within me. That also goes for this video; similar to your experience, I fell sick quite recently and had a complete lack of positivity and energy in my otherwise-optimistic daily life, finding any reasons I could for self-pity and complaining that carried on even after I had recovered. It wasn't until a day or so ago that I finally began to feel my "optimism" return, but I've had quite a few highs and lows, sometimes almost falling back into that rabbit hole. I'd like to believe your message in this video holds at least some of the solution I was looking for to get back to enjoying and living my life again; finding ways to hope and find enjoyment in daily life even in the lows. Sorry for venting a bit there, it just feels like I've gotten a weight off my shoulders. Though you may not read this, thank you for sharing your experience and nuggets of wisdom. Hope you and anyone else reading this comment have a wonderful, beautiful day!
this is such a rare moment nowadays where i feel motivated and thought life is not that bad, and i remembered i had some things i want to do like declutter the house and prep my garden to try independent permaculture, but then the wonderful feeling got drained quickly after remembering my schedule at the moment is not fit for me spending 90% of my day doing that. This is not a question or anything, just want to see if anyone else can relate, For me, i stay positive / gain back positivity after some time by doing simple cleaning like brooming and washing dishes, or do my schedule until it's over and pick up on the things i want to do ( on semester finals right now so can't really do extreme stuff like decluttering the whole house ) Thank you for sharing, Hampton 🙏
When I listen to these videos, even though I'm just listening, I feel like it's a conversation with a best friend. Man. So much respect and love for that.
Hampton is way better than Dhar Mann at doing this kind of thing mainly because he has a genuine feeling and teachings. They aren't half-baked videos with the same lesson being hammered over and over again, meanwhile Hampton is teaching what's needed to be taught, I really needed this. Motivation is hard to come by nowadays and seeing him deliver this helps a lot.
As someone who has always felt low and never really loved to do anything this really does help explain how I feel I don’t feel passionate or don’t feel excited and even loved it’s an awful thing to have to constantly feel and it gets worse the longer you have this feeling it can really change who you are and how you feel and I myself am trying to find what I love after hearing this as I really do need to build myself up and try to push on if you are reading this have a lovely wonderful day and hope you have a good life and manage to live well
This is such an important message! Perspective can impact outcomes, can mean everything! For myself, I've found that having a deep, loving understanding of Impermanence helps me to keep the habit of optimism, as well as deepens my gratitude for the ups, knowing these things fluctuate, and the downs, knowing that there is wisdom and healing to be found in these periods of stagnation, overwhelming fear, loss, etc. There will always be a profound need for lessons in optimism, strength and hope, which I think Hampton fully embodies and exudes. Wishing you a full, speedy recovery, my friend!
Been jobless since June 2020. Been applying both private and government sectors and still no go. But I got to able to keep myself occupied since after a heart break on Feb 2020. Depressed and boogled mind. Atleast touring and exercise kept me going and also learning newer things. I am jobless but I am happy to live today. Don't end yourself by small things and those things are temporary.
As a collective, as humans sharing in the human experience, know it is normal to feel crummy from time to time. You are enough just the way you are! My tip to when you start feeling shitty is to #1 days say STOP! Tell that annoying, negative voice in your head to stoooopppppp. Then, immediately say 3 things you’re sincerely grateful for. It doesn’t alleviate the issue, but it helps! There’s so much to be grateful for. Also, daily exercise, drinking water and making sure you’re eating veggies helps too!!!!
I needed this. Haven’t even watched it but I saw the title and I know you’re about to drop some wisdom. Thank you much brother for doing what you’re doing and spreading health and positivity in times where it’s at an all time low!!!! Much love
Thank you, Hampton. I've been really negative for the past couple years and this video helps someone like me who often forgets how grateful I should be.
I really enjoyed this video honestly there isn't much real optimism in the world anymore and that is why it is so important to have. the way to live your life i feel is the way you did as a child where you are curious about everything.
what also helps is helping others. like, do activism if you can, practice solidarity! help refugees or the homeless, or just your neighbour or even just organize the workplace and seize the means of production! :)
I was rethinking about certain things in my life and i was actually starting to lose hope ... Thank u Hampton , for posting this .... It was really helpful
In July I had that virus that everyone is talking about. It lasted two weeks. I'm better than I was before I had it, even at almost 70. I really love your comparison towards the end of the video.
I've been watching your videos for a while and seeing you make this type of video gives me so much hope. Thank you so much. Watching your videos always makes me happy. ♥
I saw your video on tictok and absolutely loved the way you break down workouts to beginning level to advance. Most workouts are to advance for me as I can not run or put pressure in my ankle so I get discouraged. And your personality is so positive and empowering. Keep doing what you do.
Thank you very much for your words it really helped me for today, I have Depression since many years now and i try to change my life to more optimistic and see things differently, its hard but not impossible. I will continue to watch your videos so maybe you can infect me with this positivity. 🙂
I'm gonna think about that Video a lot in the next few days. Currently I'm in a situation where I feel really unhappy, and maybe the problem is, that I've gotten hopeless... Excitement is really something I lost during the last few years, it's been a long time since I felt passion. I can't say that this video just magically solved my problems, but it may help me to pinpoint the problem and start to really tackle it. I think this video came exactly at the right time
Thanks for this. In a time of segregation, I feel connected to people I'll never meet. It's hard to disconnect from the family and friends that become judgmental of your freedoms but it's better for your health. Thanks for being you and being honest.
Hey all! I've been trying to make more "on topic" fitness content, but I learned this while I was sick for a few days and really, really wanted to share with some of you.
Our mindset and perspective shapes how we see the world and tremendously impacts the actions we take. Being excited to live life isn't delusional. It's a tremendous advantage.
Different things motivate different people, but here's my advice:
Our environment and social group often determine our outlook. If our friends are Debbie Downers, we're likely negative as well.
If possible, find new friends. Hang out with new people that lift you up.
If you can't do this, consume positive content (podcasts, videos, articles, books, etc). There are many motivational people out there. Listen to people that teach you and make you excited to live life. Keep listening to them.
Thanks for listening!
Ayo 1 second ago lmao
Life is amazing :) What ever you are going through, you can get through it. You matter.
I appreciate your content! Keep it up.
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As a creative person who has dealt with depression for most of my life, I want to re-emphasize what Hampton said about surrounding yourself with people who are supportive of not only you, but also what you are passionate about. I know from experience that having even a small community of like-minded people can be an absolute lifeline when your optimism and hope fade.
Happy for you! Looking and refining my community.
💯 spot on!
I don't know what to do or what's wrong going on with my life ??
@@ohegypsy yes LIKE LUFFY!!!!!
@@yourbroskijack what does that have to do with Luffy
"There are some people who feel like this all the time."
-Me watching Hybrid Calisthenics videos and seeing your positivity
Right. Like I am on the verge of tears, and just needed to hear this.
I love this comment section. I've cried six times (I wish I was kidding) reading a few handful of these comments and I relate to this so well. It's just...a sense of understanding. I, and I'm sure, most people in this community have gained a sense of being understood, and heard. Thank you Hampton, for giving us this space. And never call your channel, or your hard work 'A fluke'. It's not - you, your hard work and your wonderful personality got you here. Thank you for being here.
Thank YOU for being here, my friend. I'm really glad you found some relatable comments. I'm actually quite happy with how the comments section is! So many deep stories.
thank you for making this video. legit, something i needed today
Hey I still follow and love your parodies
@@interestedbatman8334 ayyy batman thats awesome, much appreciated 😊
i still sing your parodies with my friends at school. love you bro
Me 2 bro I guess we all needed this
Me too!
Brotha - you are you and that's why we're here. You're the bob ross of fitness. As an HCP myself, you're moving mountains and doing so much good for so many physically and mentally. I'm learning simultaneously.
Brotha I love Bob Ross’s videos they are like natural Xanax man, seriously.
I get what you mean, Hampton is really Peaceful & Positive. That’s literally the only reason I’ve watched his videos since I don’t workout at all he’s just super chill 😅
I'm probably a bit older than most your viewers as I'm over 50. As a long time sufferer of depression I can't agree more. You need to find the things in life that spark you. It's very hard to maintain optimism without that. Think I needed this today as I have lost another friend this past week, way to soon. At some point your confronted with how brief life is. Do the things you love now as tomorrow isn't guaranteed. The things that frustrate you today will be forgotten tomorrow. Perspective is everything. How you choose to frame things is very important. Listen to your internal dialogue, if it's not how you would speak to your loved ones change that voice! It also helps to sit down once a day and record three things you are grateful for. Do it for a few weeks and you find your mindset shifting.
As someone who was naturally hopeful and optimistic until going through traumatic events, I just want to go back to where I used to be. I want to feel like myself again. I appreciate the advice, and just knowing that there are people like you out there who can keep being positive and not letting the world break you makes me feel like I could change things for myself.
The best attitude is full of gratitude 💙💙
"It's not always gonna be this gray." - George Harrison, All Things Must Pass
I've had the exact opposite story. I used to be optimistic until I immigrated to America. You are so wise, Hampton, to use that metaphor. It's mostly about mindset. Thank you for posting this!
my mom had a stroke about 6 years ago im 17 now and i just want to say thank you for helping me get this far
My prayers for your mom.
How is she now.
Hampton, I’m feeling lonely and burnt out lately. Physically, I’m 100% well but my mentality in terms of mindset and confidence is wearing me down. I know this is only temporary I always know it will pass. I just wanted to say that your videos is helping me through the process of motivation. P.S. you actually uploaded this video at the right time, I needed this.
You'll make it king 👑
Things seem impossible until its done
I failed driving test for the second time today :(, it once again really affected my mental state which is usually good so this video came at good time for me too
we are all gonna make it brah
My husband died last August. I have had a terrible year. Somehow I have managed to keep moving forward. My anger and frustration and grief come out and I get really down. I try to shake it off and try not to show it and I’m mad at myself when those negative emotions come out. Why should I or anyone be mad at myself/ourselves when life gets too hard? Why shouldn’t I break down sometimes and honor those feelings and moments then pick myself up and basically crawl forward?
He’s right who you have in your life is so important. It’s very hard to find good people and be accepted by them.
You have a huge heart. Thanks for sharing it with the world.
It’s sad his shorts get so many views but it doesn’t transfer over to his long form content… He is a good guy that people should listen to! For basically any & everything
Bro I love your energy. This is a problem every real one deals with, it’s a sign of an intelligent mind. Take time to appreciate yourself and remember where you came from.
A good quote -
Be so busy watering your own grass that you don’t have time to look at others people’s.
I’m going through a very very difficult time existentially since my 32nd birthday. but I’m making the promise to myself to carry on, to strive and work and press through it. to continue to show up for myself and my life and I know I’ll feel normal again. I’m here for you all and I want us all to win and to make it. Love y’all.
The perspective of someone have the best day of their live and someone having the worst day of their live, being equal, and the only difference being having hope, is really a good way to look at things.
There’s forces actively trying to hinder unity and hope with the goal of breaking people apart. It has succeeded more than I would like but also there’s so many good people that aren’t letting it bring them down it’s inspiring.
Something that really started to help me is saying to myself every time i go to bed 'this is it. When i go to sleep i will die'.
I never really think im going to die but it shifts my perspective massively every time i do it. It helps me put my problems into perspective and makes me look forward to the little mundane bits about the day that you enjoy when you get the time.
Sometimes all you really need is to take a step back and the reasons for your optimism will come back to you on their own, like a painter who gets caught up in a few strokes when the painting is a masterpiece.
Just to add it often helps bring up those little activities which you would call your passions. When you reach that state of mind it wont hurt to write that down and have it on your desk for tomorrow
Making yourself realize that your problems arent as bad as they seem makes someone feel alot better i aint sure why it does but it just kinda does
Explain more please
@@Panditjirocks putting your troubles into perspective will make the next day feel more manageable
Dude you're a like Ray of Light during dark times. Thank you, trully
Hey man, I am having a rough time right now and I really appreciate this. I’m generally an optimistic person, but I have been struggling and this was something I really needed.
Same here bro. I usually get this way during winter time but I’m hopeful it will get better soon
@@BrandonThaChosen Same here! Especially since I'm in uni, the overwhelming workload with the days getting shorter is not a great combo. Always makes me feel like I have less and less time to catch up and stay on track. Being all online this semester has also depleted my day to day excitement and left me really tired. I know my passion for my study and life overall is still there, just momentarily covered up and clouded due to the circumstances. I wish you (and anyone reading) the best with whatever situation you're in right now. Stay healthy and warm this winter season
It is reassuring to see so many people in the comment section feeling this way rn. I feel this way too and up until checking out the comments, I felt pretty alone about it. Maybe it's some kind of movement, if that's any mindset to help get through it :D
@@alxxndram I feel you
Me too buddy don't know where to go what to do
You are a very good egg. Wish there were more like you on youtube and in every day life. Wise beyond your years. Thank you for making the world a better place.
I was about to give up in my college career. But now I feel hopeful that someone sees my situation too.
Unfortunately My parents are very strict not because they are bad parents, they are good parents who just wants their kids to be safe. But that *safe* net is limiting me from experience the best out of my life. I am still not allowed to go out the house even at the age of 19.
I've already contacted my life coach to talk to my parents. I hope I can go out ( my parents abroad so my sisters are in charge which is worst )
being in an environment filled with life ( nature, new places, people face to face with mask on and not crowded )
Is my pure Motivation and inspiration to do something I hate to something I can do no matter what.
I hope I can have the joy and happiness I deserve. because I feel like I'm back to prison just like my childhood days ( my house when I was a kid feels like I was in prison and in chains )
I don't care anymore if my parents buy my *trendy clothes* ( nike logo shirt and big brand names on the middle, yuck )
Because I want to live with clothing that is normal, not trendy. I want to live life with guidance and not control. I want to live not *need* because life is not always perfect.
I know this is very late, but I want to tell you to hang on my stranger friend. Life is incredibly tough and throws a lot of obstacles that brings us down. However, it can be a blessing or a curse. These hard times are chances for you to test your limit, to see how far you can go in life, how can you improve yourself, how do you behave and act. You can use these opportunities to reflect on your emotions, knowledge and so much more so if you happen to get stuck in one of these situations, you now know how to better deal with them.
I, for example, am about to go to college very soon and I am very nervous about a lot of stuff. But, I do know for a fact that my parents have endured worse hardships than me and they still succeed in life and able to raise me and my brother. They did not have internet, modern gadgets, advanced education and houses, money for daily shopping and emergency situations, good mentors who are not always there to support them and so much more. Yet, they survived that era and still live healthily and happily and still provide for us even though we are not rich. Seeing how they managed to get through empowers me. If they thrive in such environment, why can't I do so right?
Although my points are somewhat vaguely explained, the main point I am trying to reach here is:
You control your own life, seize it, improve it, never let anyone take control of your life. There are so many great things in life that we have yet to discover. We'll get through this, stay strong and have a wonderful day.
Thank you for being who you are and thank you for sharing your thoughts.
We love you, brother 💙
Fear is not fun! I deal with this most of the time. May it be fear of death, illness, loss of someone, etc.
I'm working on it. I'm working on the mindset to face it if and when it happens. Thanks for this video. This helped many!!
This video is perfectly timed. I'm going through the hardest time in my life right now and can't see a way out. Thank you for making this video. I still don't know how I can hope for a good outcome, but I will continue to try.
Hang in there friend, this too shall pass... Believe it or not.
@@marieindia8116 ❤ Thank you for the kind words.
Same here :(
I subscribed for calisthenics but I was having a hard time and this showed up in my recommended
I really needed this Thanks < 3
Your fan following will never drop to zero. I can garantee you that much at least.
was JUST talking to my friend about feeling lonely since i havent had a relationship in 4 years and this popped up. i always keep my head up and have been seeing a therapist for over a year now, and ive been really good mentally but i always "slow down" sometimes. it's inevitable, but this was a good thing to see when "slowing down" thanks Hampton.
I hope one day I can bring hope to others, I feel like more people could use it these days
This man has so much wisdom, he needs to write a book
I am under the weather now. Yes! It’s important to be grateful for our good health. Illness once in a while is a reminder that I should never take good health for granted. Growth is often uncomfortable… hope and kindness can get us through. Perspective!Thank you for Hybrid Calisthenics and for your wisdom. 🙏🏼
I think many people are not goal oriented. I’ve personally struggled with depression for much of my adult life but I pushed through by believing I could achieve the goals I set for myself. Those goals helped “distract” me from focusing on my depression and focus on the things I needed to do in order to achieve the goals I was after. Living in Interior Alaska where it is cold and dark for 3-4 moths of the year I came to realize that my mindset ultimately determined my mood despite my environmental condition that I find myself in and I am in control of my mindset. Knowing that is liberating. I hope those of you who happen to read this come to the same conclusion. Lastly, perspective is so important and that comes with life experience. Serving 20 years in the Air Force has given me perspective that living in the good ole USA 🇺🇸 is a blessing. But if you’ve not experienced life outside of the USA it’s difficult to realize how fortunate we are. Be well my RUclips friends!
Thank you for your kindness and simple things. Not gimmicky but simple 🙏🌈
_ "feel excited to do them"_
this is actually the greatest question of my existence since most of my living years i feel empty. As a child we were mostly excited of new things since we are still on development stage but as we get older, all those excitements fade and we slowly lose hope.
hope i could somehow harness this by exercising but even that takes me time to finally get myself to work.
How you doing now?
@@haimarrrr still not exercising
@@johnsonsgreen928 and how are you feeling?
@@haimarrrr still confused
@@johnsonsgreen928 what about mental help?
I know I don't know you very well. I wish I could. And dude, I know you know this. But by helping one person, you might have just helped the world. You've helped me be more open to my views with others just like you do. So if I've ever assisted someone through a hard time or anything, I hope you know it's largely because of how you set me up.
Thanks dude. Your mindset and passion keep me growing in my own mindset and passion. It's not always easy, but dude, invaluable to me to say the least.
Just realized I commented on this video a month ago XD
Never ending wisdom that applies in multiple situations of my life apparently. Much gratitude my friend!
This was exactly what i needed to hear right now.
You're probably not going to read this anymore, but thanks anyway. It Helped a lot.
" when you live with a bunch of fear, its really not that fun. There are many things that can go wrong ....." this is what most of us go through...... I am a prime example. if you like something, work for it irrespective of the result, if you fail, do it again and again and again till you reach that point where you either loose motivation or succeed. either way you'll by that time whether you like it or not. But if you dont do it in the first place, how will you know?.
Thank you for this message.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 🙏 🤲 ✌
You are such an amazing young man. Thank You so very much for sharing your heart felt thoughts.
Thank you so much. You are so good. Having empathy and understanding of others using your couple days of sickness to relate to those of us who struggle with optimism and depression is so special. Good health truly is the whole person. Not just muscles. Thank you for being real. And you have a talent of teaching exercise!! Your exercises are so good for senior citizens! Thats hard to find. Because you give beginner to progression with the regular exercises. Not feeling like we are old and cant do it! Very wise you are!!!
Thanks man! This is good and helpful! What helped me a lot is NOT to waste energy on stuff that I cannot change: Being in a traffic jam, what people think and write on the internet, politics (to a degree) etc. I'd rather focus on making the best out of the things I can influence or even have under my own control and excell in those.
Alright I said he wouldn’t steal my heart but he did this guy is a genuine class act just all around decent human he doesn’t do this for himself he does it to try and help build a better community I respect and appreciate him a lot I hope we all can learn and grow from him . Ty
Omg thankyou.
Negative momentum or positive momentum.
Your choice to feed either one.
I really don't know, I've never seen someone like you before, you seem truly nice, kind and listening to you talk gives a different feeling...
Thank you brother, really, you make my day.
Bless you and thank you. Hearing you talk about this is soothing
This video feels like a warm hug. Thank you❤🩹
Thank you for everything you do for us...God bless you sir...
I'm chronically homeless, but meditation has helped saved my life. Thanks for putting this video out
I live with chronic pain and really enjoy your videos. I think it's because of your being you, your self-acceptance, and care for your viewers. ...besides all tge helpful exercises and tips! I really appreciate you putting youself out here on social media. Thank you.
I just realized our friend here doesn’t have a single dislike on any of his videos just goes to show what an amazing human he is.
I believe u and would like to go see, but that can’t be shown anymore
From every perspective Hampton, you may be my favorite content creator
When things get tough, it can be difficult looking forward to the next day. Whatever happens, don't lose hope! Somewhere in this world, I will be rooting for you, Hampton will be rooting for you, Hampton's plants and the forest around his house will be rooting for you!
About the relative happiness at the end, i have read that amputees or people that lost the ability to walk after an incident go into massive depression after the accident, but after 2-3 years they regain their happiness and optimism even if their life is more limited than before. As Bob Ross once said,
"Gotta have opposites, light and dark and dark and light, in painting. It’s like in life. Gotta have a little sadness once in awhile so you know when the good times come."
Keep at it people, good times will come.
Hi Hampton, I was really feeling down and out for the past few months because I lost my job due to retrenchment and now I am unable to find a new job because of recession and for some reason got rejected many times and also nobody is replying to me after sending countless of resumes. I just want to say your videos really encourage me and gave me a new perspective in life. All these while I put all my self esteem and values on my skillset as a artist and designer and now not being able to find job with it really puts me down and destroys my self esteem. Plus I'm always a negative and pessimistic person and always find myself being trap in that constant loop. Thankfully now, I'm slowly to try and get back up and starting finding value in myself and having optimism and faith that I can find a new job soon.
This is perfect timing! I’ve had the worst day!!
I hope you read this Hampton. I wish that you are showered with love and warmth from people around and the circumstances around. I don't know how else to express gratitude. In a particularly unhappy and tight spot in life and this video has given my the godsent perspective I needed. Was in tears and then calmed down while going through the video. Hope your health is alright and I hope you continue to live a life of meaning. And I really hope you read this!
I was never really sad or not in a positive aura, I am lucky. But you still help me move up and beyond where I am now and I appreciate it greatly, keep going!
I'm glad that you are feeling much better. And I hope you have a full and complete recovery soon where you aren't experiencing hoarseness when you talk. I've been struggling and dealing with physical pain and toxic people for years. I had to cut some people out of my life. They were manipulative and negative not just to me but many others. I've realized that I'm exhausted and severely depressed. I just want to thank you for this video. I appreciate it.
Hi Hampton, I've come across your channel here and there recently and your videos truly help form a certain calmness within me. That also goes for this video; similar to your experience, I fell sick quite recently and had a complete lack of positivity and energy in my otherwise-optimistic daily life, finding any reasons I could for self-pity and complaining that carried on even after I had recovered. It wasn't until a day or so ago that I finally began to feel my "optimism" return, but I've had quite a few highs and lows, sometimes almost falling back into that rabbit hole. I'd like to believe your message in this video holds at least some of the solution I was looking for to get back to enjoying and living my life again; finding ways to hope and find enjoyment in daily life even in the lows.
Sorry for venting a bit there, it just feels like I've gotten a weight off my shoulders. Though you may not read this, thank you for sharing your experience and nuggets of wisdom. Hope you and anyone else reading this comment have a wonderful, beautiful day!
Thank you Hampton. May you have a beautiful week
this is such a rare moment nowadays where i feel motivated and thought life is not that bad, and i remembered i had some things i want to do like declutter the house and prep my garden to try independent permaculture,
but then the wonderful feeling got drained quickly after remembering my schedule at the moment is not fit for me spending 90% of my day doing that. This is not a question or anything, just want to see if anyone else can relate,
For me, i stay positive / gain back positivity after some time by doing simple cleaning like brooming and washing dishes, or do my schedule until it's over and pick up on the things i want to do ( on semester finals right now so can't really do extreme stuff like decluttering the whole house )
Thank you for sharing, Hampton 🙏
When I listen to these videos, even though I'm just listening, I feel like it's a conversation with a best friend.
Man. So much respect and love for that.
Just wanted to say thank you Hampton , your words help a lot . Really thanks.
Yes hope ia so important. Thanks for sharing your experience and this message.
Hampton is way better than Dhar Mann at doing this kind of thing mainly because he has a genuine feeling and teachings. They aren't half-baked videos with the same lesson being hammered over and over again, meanwhile Hampton is teaching what's needed to be taught, I really needed this. Motivation is hard to come by nowadays and seeing him deliver this helps a lot.
As someone who has always felt low and never really loved to do anything this really does help explain how I feel I don’t feel passionate or don’t feel excited and even loved it’s an awful thing to have to constantly feel and it gets worse the longer you have this feeling it can really change who you are and how you feel and I myself am trying to find what I love after hearing this as I really do need to build myself up and try to push on if you are reading this have a lovely wonderful day and hope you have a good life and manage to live well
This is such an important message!
Perspective can impact outcomes, can mean everything!
For myself, I've found that having a deep, loving understanding of Impermanence helps me to keep the habit of optimism, as well as deepens my gratitude for the ups, knowing these things fluctuate, and the downs, knowing that there is wisdom and healing to be found in these periods of stagnation, overwhelming fear, loss, etc.
There will always be a profound need for lessons in optimism, strength and hope, which I think Hampton fully embodies and exudes.
Wishing you a full, speedy recovery, my friend!
I use the words "unrealistically optimistic". I agree with your spirit. You share the same story I seek. Best wishes brother
I think you're the very first RUclipsr I've been listening to who said earnestly: "have hope".
That's great, thanks for the uplifting video!
So inspiring! It is all about perspective and counting your blessings each and every day! Blessed by your message and Godspeed Hampton!
Been jobless since June 2020. Been applying both private and government sectors and still no go. But I got to able to keep myself occupied since after a heart break on Feb 2020. Depressed and boogled mind. Atleast touring and exercise kept me going and also learning newer things.
I am jobless but I am happy to live today. Don't end yourself by small things and those things are temporary.
Thank you, brother, for making this video. I was really down in the dumps today: jetlag, sick, and lots of assignments.
As a collective, as humans sharing in the human experience, know it is normal to feel crummy from time to time. You are enough just the way you are! My tip to when you start feeling shitty is to #1 days say STOP! Tell that annoying, negative voice in your head to stoooopppppp. Then, immediately say 3 things you’re sincerely grateful for. It doesn’t alleviate the issue, but it helps! There’s so much to be grateful for. Also, daily exercise, drinking water and making sure you’re eating veggies helps too!!!!
Thank you affalef, this helped me
I needed this. Haven’t even watched it but I saw the title and I know you’re about to drop some wisdom. Thank you much brother for doing what you’re doing and spreading health and positivity in times where it’s at an all time low!!!! Much love
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS HAMPTON
The “Hybrid Calisthenics” channel is so much more than just calisthenics.
I really enjoy this style of content.
Thank you, Hampton. I've been really negative for the past couple years and this video helps someone like me who often forgets how grateful I should be.
I really enjoyed this video honestly there isn't much real optimism in the world anymore and that is why it is so important to have. the way to live your life i feel is the way you did as a child where you are curious about everything.
what also helps is helping others. like, do activism if you can, practice solidarity! help refugees or the homeless, or just your neighbour or even just organize the workplace and seize the means of production! :)
I was rethinking about certain things in my life and i was actually starting to lose hope ... Thank u Hampton , for posting this .... It was really helpful
In July I had that virus that everyone is talking about. It lasted two weeks.
I'm better than I was before I had it, even at almost 70.
I really love your comparison towards the end of the video.
I'm always sad these days, I try my best not to let it effect my loved ones. I am no longer suicidal, I just want this pain to subside.
How you doing now?
LITERALLY at the perfect time 😇🙌🏻 been so positive constantly but was feelin a little lonely today, thanks Hamilton!
I've been watching your videos for a while and seeing you make this type of video gives me so much hope. Thank you so much. Watching your videos always makes me happy. ♥
I saw your video on tictok and absolutely loved the way you break down workouts to beginning level to advance. Most workouts are to advance for me as I can not run or put pressure in my ankle so I get discouraged. And your personality is so positive and empowering. Keep doing what you do.
What the heart can perceive, the mind can achieve....
Thank you very much for your words it really helped me for today, I have Depression since many years now and i try to change my life to more optimistic and see things differently, its hard but not impossible. I will continue to watch your videos so maybe you can infect me with this positivity. 🙂
Thanks hamptom, this gives me a lot to think about, and some good feelings
Glad to hear that you are doing better and keep pushing forward and keep pushing your positivity into your life
Yay coffee with Hampton!
I needed this right now. Thanks for sharing your insight on this.
Thank you. Enjoy your content. You have a lot of wisdom for a young man. Brightens my day.
I'm gonna think about that Video a lot in the next few days. Currently I'm in a situation where I feel really unhappy, and maybe the problem is, that I've gotten hopeless...
Excitement is really something I lost during the last few years, it's been a long time since I felt passion.
I can't say that this video just magically solved my problems, but it may help me to pinpoint the problem and start to really tackle it.
I think this video came exactly at the right time
Thanks for this. In a time of segregation, I feel connected to people I'll never meet. It's hard to disconnect from the family and friends that become judgmental of your freedoms but it's better for your health. Thanks for being you and being honest.
Such a meaningful, essential and profound message. Thank you for sharing.
Such a calming demeanor