I don't comment much on RUclips videos, but this video makes me so happy I can't describe. I have excruciating social anxiety, and to have someone 'talk' to me and make me feel safe rather than look at me weird and to be in an awkward situation... Even though it's not real, was such a relief and so... I'm not sure the word but I almost want to cry with happiness. Thank you
Out of all of the characters and videos you've done over the years, this is the one that has always stuck with me. There's something comforting about this particular video. Can't believe it's been nearly a decade.
I get kinda confused how everytime ER appears he looks like a completely different man... and I'm not talking about masks and costumes, like, sometimes he looks older and sometimes he looks younger and I swear it's either the weird shadow angles or his eyes keep changing colors as well XD
So this is what cats feel like when you first feed them after taking them from the pet-shop and finally finding them after they've been hiding for 18 straight hours.
Thanks ER I was feeling really down in the dumps lately and I actually felt like just crawling under a couch and hiding from society and just being by myself. This made me feel better, made me feel like there are people who want to be friendly. I can't thank you enough, best of luck with your next adventure.
This video series makes me super happy. I can't put what I'm feeling into any sort of eloquent manner, but I still felt like you needed to know. These really help me, so thank you.
I wish I could live under a couch, and not have to do stuff. I can imagine somebody coming downstairs and they hear "Companion is hungry." In a gullem voice.
The ASMR Circus I was glad to see you too. Feel free to stay under my couch as long as you like my friend :) And keep up the great work on your channel too.
Hey ER! I was just watching this (for the third time, haha!) and I realized I liked it so much because it reminded me of having sleepovers as a kid! Being in the basement, having snacks after supper, playing video games, lying on the floor, and talking quietly so the parents wouldn't come make you go to sleep! Have you thought about doing a sleepover-themed video? Maybe one where the Plague Doctor makes/eats popcorn, goes through DVDs trying to pick one, and talks about stuff (who do you have the crushings on? why did you want to crush them? you must not like them so much... etc) before turning out the lights?
I’ve come back to this video after 8 years it was the first asmr video I’ve stumbled on when I was 12-13 years old my mother had a bad relationship with domestic disputes occurring regularly at night, I put in my earphones and hung out with Rift thank you for getting me through those tough times and for everyone else you’ve helped along the way.
not sure what it is exactly, but I come back to this one more than the others? it seems more fluid? relaxed in your communication with audience/couch companion? it's all cool... just a rambly thought that occurred whilst listening again.
Hey, he has plenty of room. I mean he lets all his "characters" live there with him too. Im sure his whife is used to it by now. One more random under the couch won't do any harm. I mean at least ER does everyone's laundry for them.
Ah, today I remembered these videos and I had to come.back. such a real sense of nostalgia... six years ago I was first year of college and now here we are. And it's as good as ever.
Oh! I missed you so much, Paul! YOU! such true and crazy YOU, like no one else ))) And I adore, when you find me somewhere: still can't forget how you took me out of your wallet and box. By the way, you have cool mobile;) Very portable. What model is it? [Bpa Chee Shees!] _____ ❥Ꭿiℒℓy
You're just too awesome. I suffer from social anxiety, and it makes work kinda tough sometimes. This was absolutely amazing to watch after work, though. Thanks a ton!
Hey man, this is kinda random, but what happened to your video entitled "Sending Some Love"? That was my favorite of your native american flute videos, and in fact I was trying to memorize it on my flute because I loved it so much that I was going to perform it for some friends. But now I can't find it anywhere. Did it get taken down? :(
I absolutely love your videos. I can't stop watching! This was one of my favorites. Just out of curiosity, am I only one who experiences "butterflies in your stomach" instead of tingles? It's an extremely exquisite feeling.
I think Paul is really amazing. His role-plays are bizarre but they can really help. It really does feel like you have a friend. Except virtually. THANK YOU PAUL!
I would have loved to see the wild party that took place before ER came downstairs. Margaret waving around her machete, Corvus and the Professor doing experiments on people, some of the other characters doing god knows what else. Sounds like a fun time!
@henker20yearsago80 bro I know! It's damn amazing! I can't believe I've been watching ER for 9-10 years now and he still pays attention to old videos. I'm sure he won't see this comment but if he does I just want to let ER know he has helped me get through so many of my mental battles in my head and I'm telling you I have turned out a way better human being. I'm also so much happier than I used to be. Sorry for the length of this comment lol.
You're awesome Paul, seriously man these videos help me more than you could imagine. Thank you for all the hard work and time you put into this channel.
That will have to wait because he's got to ease the characters to meet eachother, plus the editing will talk quiet some time. You know timing voices and all'.
as ever, a delightful host =P some delightfully unexpected tingle inducing sounds (the slow mo was awesome) and I love how relaxing and intimate that point of veiw turned out to be. =)
You're undoubtedly the number one asmr artist at the moment an I'm so grateful for you making such wonderful videos. Thanks ever so much. I'm dreading the day you start getting the recognition you deserve, lol.
Lol. crazy as it sounds this sounds like something I'd do at a gathering/party, pick the most isolated and safest place to be. Social anxiety is a bitch isn't it?
The only parties(more like gatherings) I've been to were family related, and besides that, I have a strong belief in facing your fears, you don't conquer anxiety by hiding in a hole.
I really appreciate this -- over the past few years my social anxiety has reached pretty bad levels. It's to the point where I mostly hide myself away in my bedroom 'cause I'm too afraid. But this video is really sweet and helpful. It's nice to know that I'm welcome to be safe under your couch. 8) And I also like your little bit of advice; you're right that I can't stay under a couch forever. I'll try.
Watching ER helping us relax does wonders for my anxiety-laced being. The carpet scratching and packet crinkling kinda sound symilar to fire crackling or rain 😊💜
Yoo I was 14 when I first saw this and here I am 6 years later. You've stopped me from having so many panic attacks and helped me sleep soooo many nights. You're fucking awesome, dude. I know you won't see this but I hope you're doing well. I appreciate you more than you'll ever know and I'll be coming back to your vids forever. Also what tf makes a wine dry?
This video was amazingly relaxing cause easy cheese and ritz is my favorite snack and you always make such relaxing sounds and videos that it was just perfect, Thanks so much for another great video to fall asleep too.
You could almost pass off as a serial killer, I get the whole Norman bates impression from staying in your house, I bet things will really kick off when Danny makes an entrance haha looking forward to this series!
I love your creativity and your techniques so much! Please never stop making videos. You help me so much with anxiety and getting to sleep. Also, was that phone scene at the end a Walking Dead reference? If so, I love it even more! Thanks for everything you do.
Thank you kindly :) I've always loved those phones. And yes the whole "mobile" aspect of this particular phone is partly inspired from The Walking Dead. I can't say for certain that I'd have bought that phone if I never saw how it was used in the comic books.
So cool. I work with antiques, so I see a lot of rotary phones and I think they're super nifty. Looks like yours has a foreign plug, too? Maybe imported? Nice! Anyway, thanks again for replying and for all that you do. :)
I love your work Man. I love ASMR not only for the fact that is amazing, because it pushed an amazing artist out in the surface, you ER. I mean, if it wasnt for Asmr you wouldnt open up to an audience like this right? Anyway, i hope you keep doing these, you are the Best! Sorry for my English :)
And even also, I would support you completely if you went full time into making videos. In fact, that would make me very happy, as I'm sure it would a lot of people. You've definitely go the fanbase to start. Whatever happens, I'll bet the community supports you in any decision.
Korin Metz Don't do it, Easy Cheese is the vessel for the Old Ones to inhabit your mind. You would forever be a servant to Lord Cthulhu if you were ever to consume that cheesy trickery.
As someone with social anxiety, having it addressed really helped me fit into the scene. Could there be more of these? I'm definitely going to come back to this when I'm feeling anxious. Thank you so much.
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I don't comment much on RUclips videos, but this video makes me so happy I can't describe. I have excruciating social anxiety, and to have someone 'talk' to me and make me feel safe rather than look at me weird and to be in an awkward situation... Even though it's not real, was such a relief and so... I'm not sure the word but I almost want to cry with happiness. Thank you
@@kanupandit1683 but you don't have social anxiety? Can't be that bad then.
Idk if you're still around on here, but I hope you're doing well.
Out of all of the characters and videos you've done over the years, this is the one that has always stuck with me. There's something comforting about this particular video. Can't believe it's been nearly a decade.
I get kinda confused how everytime ER appears he looks like a completely different man... and I'm not talking about masks and costumes, like, sometimes he looks older and sometimes he looks younger and I swear it's either the weird shadow angles or his eyes keep changing colors as well XD
What if...he actually made this videos in different times of his life and now they are being released by his now-adult son postmortem?
***** Dude this is some deep stuff...
***** *audible perspiration*
@@wilhelmu 8 years ago I saw this comment and said I will comment on this in 8 years
@@tbddude See you in 8 years.
So this is what cats feel like when you first feed them after taking them from the pet-shop and finally finding them after they've been hiding for 18 straight hours.
GregTom2 as a cat owner I can visualize that being true
Hell waffle [Alice] lamo
Thanks ER I was feeling really down in the dumps lately and I actually felt like just crawling under a couch and hiding from society and just being by myself. This made me feel better, made me feel like there are people who want to be friendly. I can't thank you enough, best of luck with your next adventure.
Hope you are feeling better and if not, soon! Remember the sun is always behind the clouds ;) Thanks for watching!
This video series makes me super happy. I can't put what I'm feeling into any sort of eloquent manner, but I still felt like you needed to know. These really help me, so thank you.
I wish someone talked about me the way ER talked about the spray cheese
Same here.
Sorry, but the human body DOES need to be refridgerated to stay fresh.
hooded assassin I just want a person on stand by just to talk to
justin kettelblack you have all of us in the asmr community! I'll always talk to someone else in the community.
I wish I could live under a couch, and not have to do stuff. I can imagine somebody coming downstairs and they hear "Companion is hungry." In a gullem voice.
In the beginning I was like "Nooo, he's going to see meeee." >.< And in the end, I was glad you did. :) It was nice having some company for a while.
The ASMR Circus I was glad to see you too. Feel free to stay under my couch as long as you like my friend :) And keep up the great work on your channel too.
Hey ER! I was just watching this (for the third time, haha!) and I realized I liked it so much because it reminded me of having sleepovers as a kid! Being in the basement, having snacks after supper, playing video games, lying on the floor, and talking quietly so the parents wouldn't come make you go to sleep!
Have you thought about doing a sleepover-themed video? Maybe one where the Plague Doctor makes/eats popcorn, goes through DVDs trying to pick one, and talks about stuff (who do you have the crushings on? why did you want to crush them? you must not like them so much... etc) before turning out the lights?
I seriously hope he does this someday!
Love the concept man. Seriously though people need to be more like you when finding people under couches.
Thank you and I agree!
I’ve come back to this video after 8 years it was the first asmr video I’ve stumbled on when I was 12-13 years old my mother had a bad relationship with domestic disputes occurring regularly at night, I put in my earphones and hung out with Rift thank you for getting me through those tough times and for everyone else you’ve helped along the way.
not sure what it is exactly, but I come back to this one more than the others?
it seems more fluid? relaxed in your communication with audience/couch companion?
it's all cool... just a rambly thought that occurred whilst listening again.
Still one of my favorite ASMR videos after all these years.
I don't remember writing this but I agree with past me.
I love this series I watch it all the times. Thank you Rift for helping me with my anxiety!
Cool concept, Paul. You keep thinkin'... we'll keep watchin' - anxious to se Pts. 2 & beyond
I like how you just let some unknown stranger live under your couch
Hey, he has plenty of room. I mean he lets all his "characters" live there with him too. Im sure his whife is used to it by now. One more random under the couch won't do any harm. I mean at least ER does everyone's laundry for them.
"Got a little social anxiety, huh?"
That part gave me a giggle.
Cheese in a can.....I've seen it all now!
Wait until I bring out the Chocolate in a can!
Cheese in a can has been around for years lol. i'm 21 now and remember having it as a snack when i was like 5-6.
FallenStargazer43 I've never see it, there was cheese in a squeezy tube when I was little (primula) but never in a squirty can
Ephemeral Rift I'm pretty certain once chocolate comes in a can someone will do a chocolate and cheese combo
FallenStargazer43 Cheez-Wiz has been around since the 70's/80's
This video makes me feel like you are the coolest dad ever.
You were awfully hospitable to someone who's just been kinda living under your couch
I'm sure you can make it up to him by engaging in some jolly cooperation!
Praise the sun!
I love you people.
+Solaire of Astora
Solaire of Astora he was trying to convince him to come out so he could see the gloriously gross incandescent might of the sun. Praise the sun!
Ah, today I remembered these videos and I had to come.back. such a real sense of nostalgia... six years ago I was first year of college and now here we are. And it's as good as ever.
Oh! I missed you so much, Paul! YOU! such true and crazy YOU, like no one else ))) And I adore, when you find me somewhere: still can't forget how you took me out of your wallet and box.
By the way, you have cool mobile;) Very portable. What model is it?
[Bpa Chee Shees!]
_____
❥Ꭿiℒℓy
When's a new vid coming out? And great job with ASMR beatbox btw!
He's so generous and welcoming, makes me kinda wish I lived under his couch. XD
You're just too awesome. I suffer from social anxiety, and it makes work kinda tough sometimes. This was absolutely amazing to watch after work, though. Thanks a ton!
The things you make for us, ER, never cease to amaze. You are fantastic!
really looking forward to next one of these =) I keep coming back to this, it feels cosy.
such an ingenius character idea!!!
im impressed by your creativity sir :))
(together with all the other characters, they are just awesome!!)
I adore this video. Have probably seen it 30-40 times since it was uploaded.
This is why I love your vids. Your so original and the only asmrtist who comes up with his OWN ideas.
Hey man, this is kinda random, but what happened to your video entitled "Sending Some Love"? That was my favorite of your native american flute videos, and in fact I was trying to memorize it on my flute because I loved it so much that I was going to perform it for some friends. But now I can't find it anywhere. Did it get taken down? :(
I absolutely love your videos. I can't stop watching! This was one of my favorites. Just out of curiosity, am I only one who experiences "butterflies in your stomach" instead of tingles? It's an extremely exquisite feeling.
I think Paul is really amazing. His role-plays are bizarre but they can really help. It really does feel like you have a friend. Except virtually. THANK YOU PAUL!
The mobile phone! That was awesome - I love the creepy undertones mixed in with the comfort. Looking forwards to this series!
I would have loved to see the wild party that took place before ER came downstairs. Margaret waving around her machete, Corvus and the Professor doing experiments on people, some of the other characters doing god knows what else. Sounds like a fun time!
Your videos are so lovely and relaxing, restores my faith in humanity. Thank you E.R.
For some reason, this is the video I always come to whenever I'm feeling down. Thank you.
@henker20yearsago80 bro I know! It's damn amazing! I can't believe I've been watching ER for 9-10 years now and he still pays attention to old videos.
I'm sure he won't see this comment but if he does I just want to let ER know he has helped me get through so many of my mental battles in my head and I'm telling you I have turned out a way better human being. I'm also so much happier than I used to be.
Sorry for the length of this comment lol.
I really like the concept of this, and the encouraging words and advice you give... I'd definitely love more (and possibly longer) episodes!
Thanks. I appreciate the feedback! I will do my best!
You're awesome Paul, seriously man these videos help me more than you could imagine. Thank you for all the hard work and time you put into this channel.
Hey thanks, it's the least I can do! Hope you're doing well.
"How long have you been under there?"
'I WAS BORN UNDER THIS COUCH AND IMMA DIE UNDER THIS COUCH'
I love your videos so much E, you made my day 5x better. Thanks.
You're just like, "Who are you?" XD glorious. Ephemeral Rift, I freaking love you.
What if you had a Victorian inspired tea party video! It would be funny if you had the voices of all your characters in the background.
LilithTheCupcake I like the way you think!
That will have to wait because he's got to ease the characters to meet eachother, plus the editing will talk quiet some time. You know timing voices and all'.
as ever, a delightful host =P
some delightfully unexpected tingle inducing sounds (the slow mo was awesome) and I love how relaxing and intimate that point of veiw turned out to be. =)
Thank you kindly :)
Man, this is really creative. This is what I like about your videos, they're very unique and fun to watch.
Your creativity is absolutely astounding. You could direct some good movies or shows I feel like
*action movie*
I WILL SAVE EVERYONE*scratchs carpet*
DRAMA
You relaxed to a notha how could you!
This was great. I enjoyed the entire experience and cannot wait for more
I wonder how you get all the inspiration to make all these peculiar yet interesting videos. Great work.
Oh, to live under rift's couch........
You're undoubtedly the number one asmr artist at the moment an I'm so grateful for you making such wonderful videos. Thanks ever so much. I'm dreading the day you start getting the recognition you deserve, lol.
This video made me feel like one of the dust bunnies from The Big Comfy Couch. Good times.
Lol. crazy as it sounds this sounds like something I'd do at a gathering/party, pick the most isolated and safest place to be. Social anxiety is a bitch isn't it?
if you have a social anxiety...
....what are you doing at a party?
The only parties(more like gatherings) I've been to were family related, and besides that, I have a strong belief in facing your fears, you don't conquer anxiety by hiding in a hole.
*****
Doing what you wouldn't normally do is not "facing your fears", it's just masochistic.
***** Well, I know I am pressured to partake in family gatherings although I have no interest in them. I don't know if they have a choice.
BBxTerra I can relate my freind
2 mins in and I knew this would be awesome. One of your best ever!
This is great. I hope that this series continues.
But if I was actually under your couch it would be "weird" and "inappropriate", double standards these days man.
Once again a truly amazing video, with tremendous heart and humor and humanity. You are an artist in this medium of the highest caliber.
I'm just a guy with a bunch of ideas. But thank you for the kind words. I try my best!
And I say that as a HSBP (Highly socialized bulldozer person.) Ha
I really appreciate this -- over the past few years my social anxiety has reached pretty bad levels. It's to the point where I mostly hide myself away in my bedroom 'cause I'm too afraid. But this video is really sweet and helpful. It's nice to know that I'm welcome to be safe under your couch. 8) And I also like your little bit of advice; you're right that I can't stay under a couch forever. I'll try.
I hope you can overcome your anxiety soon! Feel free to stay under my couch as long as you like until then :)
I hope you do make a career out of this dude. Your vids are clever and you are a great actor to boot. This couch friend series was a sweet idea!
I really loved this one ER, well done and thank you.
Thank you for watching!
Dude you rock! The stuff you come up with is genius!
I would rather live under your couch than many, many places on Earth. Another wonderful addition to your asmr collection.
Watching ER helping us relax does wonders for my anxiety-laced being. The carpet scratching and packet crinkling kinda sound symilar to fire crackling or rain 😊💜
Great video, very warm and relaxing - can't wait for the next part :)
After he brought out that metal thing i was like, Oh s*** he's going to brutaly murder me.
Tell i saw it closer to me.
As always a real pleasure to watch your videos :D makes me tingle all the way to heaven :)
Yoo I was 14 when I first saw this and here I am 6 years later. You've stopped me from having so many panic attacks and helped me sleep soooo many nights. You're fucking awesome, dude. I know you won't see this but I hope you're doing well. I appreciate you more than you'll ever know and I'll be coming back to your vids forever. Also what tf makes a wine dry?
This video was amazingly relaxing cause easy cheese and ritz is my favorite snack and you always make such relaxing sounds and videos that it was just perfect, Thanks so much for another great video to fall asleep too.
You could almost pass off as a serial killer, I get the whole Norman bates impression from staying in your house, I bet things will really kick off when Danny makes an entrance haha looking forward to this series!
I love your creativity and your techniques so much! Please never stop making videos. You help me so much with anxiety and getting to sleep. Also, was that phone scene at the end a Walking Dead reference? If so, I love it even more! Thanks for everything you do.
Thank you kindly :) I've always loved those phones. And yes the whole "mobile" aspect of this particular phone is partly inspired from The Walking Dead. I can't say for certain that I'd have bought that phone if I never saw how it was used in the comic books.
So cool. I work with antiques, so I see a lot of rotary phones and I think they're super nifty. Looks like yours has a foreign plug, too? Maybe imported? Nice! Anyway, thanks again for replying and for all that you do. :)
ER seems like a down to earth guy. Great video!
8:40 "It's not too often I get the chance to scratch the carpet, you know?" Oh Uncle E... You never cease to amuse me ;P
Please make more of these really loved the video grate job!(: p.s. loved the slow mo parts(:
he needs to make a "leaning tower of cheesea"
Just why
+Ethan Natera
Because; He's Uncle E!
Man your really nice to some stranger living under your couch. I think I would react differently. Nice video!
I love your work Man. I love ASMR not only for the fact that is amazing, because it pushed an amazing artist out in the surface, you ER. I mean, if it wasnt for Asmr you wouldnt open up to an audience like this right? Anyway, i hope you keep doing these, you are the Best! Sorry for my English :)
This is so creative!! :D
Awesome video! Thank you for making things like this for us. C:
And even also, I would support you completely if you went full time into making videos. In fact, that would make me very happy, as I'm sure it would a lot of people. You've definitely go the fanbase to start. Whatever happens, I'll bet the community supports you in any decision.
This is great, very comforting and relaxing :) Thank you very much ER x
Glad to hear. Thank you for watching.
You are so creative! So awesome! Relaxed and inspired!
1:40 E.R : hey what are you doing under my couch.
me: ayy lmao. Just chilling. cx
"Ahhh... Good morning, guys."
"I was just about to go to sleep."
Now I really want some Easy Cheese, even though I know it's not all that great. Also, some bubble wrap.
Trust me, Easy Cheese is just a can of disappointment.
ScottandDevonTV Oh, I know it is. And yet... ER has convinced me I want some anyhow!
Korin Metz I expect a report in 1 week's time regarding your foray into canned cheese. Otherwise I may have to question your loyalty.
Korin Metz Don't do it, Easy Cheese is the vessel for the Old Ones to inhabit your mind. You would forever be a servant to Lord Cthulhu if you were ever to consume that cheesy trickery.
I feel like a couch troll.. A beloved couch troll ☺️☺️☺️
Looking forward to watching this! Thanks for this, ER :)
I love how excited he was about the cheese "it's like magic cheese!"
I like how ER is just so peaceful with a home intruder... He gives him food and life advice instead of calling the cops.
"And life" DO YOU THINK HE WOULD MURDER HIM ON THE SPOT?!??
I know this is really late but... Did you not read the whole comment? Lol
Your videos are so good they're really funny and awesome and relaxing too you're so creative!
Wonderful idea. I adore your unique style and your seemingly boundless creativity :) You rock! :)
This was the start of a legendary set of videos. I miss this and the Peculiar Plastic Pouch Predicament
I suffer from social anxiety and this video really helped, so thank you so much
Glad to hear and thanks for watching. I was hoping to hear this kind of comment to see if this would really help in that regard.
your acting is remarkable
You're too kind Marie. Thank you though. Loving your channel BTW.
Great videos man i love watching them before bed
As someone with social anxiety, having it addressed really helped me fit into the scene. Could there be more of these? I'm definitely going to come back to this when I'm feeling anxious. Thank you so much.
It's a new series, so yes, there are lots of ideas and videos planned. Thanks for watching and glad to hear it helped a little.
Sometimes I wonder if you are actually a little bit crazy ;)
Great Video ER, I really hope this Series will go on :D
We are all a little bit crazy. Of we wern't we would be a really boring bunch
That is an Amazing goal making a living truly helping people! I hope everything works out better than what you imagined.
King of ASMR thats what you are my friend
This needs to come back
I love the idea of you having to go around the house tidying up after your messy guests.
Thanks for noticing. :) That was a last minute idea..