2016: The Worst Year of My Life
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- Опубликовано: 30 дек 2016
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This randomly showed up in my recommended in February 2021, I'm not sure if you're going to read this, but I just want to say I'm proud of you Jimmy.
we all are jimmer we love you dearly
I agree
And look at him now. Jimmer is about to become a real racing driver... i think i can speak for all of us but we are proud of you jimmy!! Keep moving forward
same here
Exact same
My man is now in a happy relationship, looking at buying a house, and will be racing for praga!!! This is why we love Jimmy. LEGEND. Anyone reading this remember you can turn things around!!
crazy that now hes won a championship with praga, im so glad he is where he is now
went from this to racing at the Nürburgring! what a lad
*britcar you can't not love this man
*Britcar
And being invited to James Mays pub
@@mason.n3259Nuh uh
@@tomwheeler6530 This didnt age well :)
Watching this 01/01/2019 having just watched your 2018 round-up. Congratulations on fighting a good fight Jimmy. Still cried while watching your video but for totally different reasons. So proud of you.
Katrina Paton just did the same! Too many can relate to what Jimmy talks about... Never give up
Also just watched this after seeing and listening to the 2018 review. I started watching clips after GT finals and would never have guessed. You should be so proud, keep going Sir.
This guy is a genuine legend and he deserves the best 100% and he’s gonna go so far 👍
so fucking proud jimmer. like you have no idea.
you wanna see what he did in 2019 and 2020...he IS LIVING PROOF that things do get better....
It's both frightening and reassuring to hear a story that so closely matches my own. Except that mine would be told in a Canadian accent. Thanks for this.
Or in german...
Sensi Bleb or in Dutch
Same here in Aussie mate
I really started to worry once I realized you raced the Nissan unironically.
Has anyone else just been recommended this? You've come a long way Jimmy. Look at yourself now ya absolute lad
Went from this to participating in the ACTUAL 24 HOURS OF LE MANS (Virtual) PLUS hitting 500k subs on the same day (his BIRTHDAY). Look how far he's come
we love to see it.
and now he's going to drive a full blown racing car, absolute chad
So glad people are finally starting to speak out about mental health, good video Jimmy, keep up the work!
Jimmy, you remember us touching base on Steam and me being a bit blown away? Talking about how I was a bit starstruck? That's because I've been fighting depression for the past decade, and you hitting me up on Steam was honestly one of the high points of my past five years on Earth. You're an inspiration, 100%, and you should never forget that. I know that doesn't make it easier for you, but, for some people, you really are a sort of lighthouse. Your presence brings a few thousand people happiness, and that matters. The several thousand among us who are subscribers are subscribers for one or another reasons, and for some of us, that reason is very personal. It might just be what keeps us going, and for those people, you're a godsend. Please never forget that.
Always there if you wanna chat dude.
@@Jimmy_Broadbent You're a real good lad Jimmy, even if I don't have the time to watch your videos, I still like every single one of them and honestly seeing you having success gives me happyness and motivation :)
Jimmy its now 2019 and look how far you've come, very proud of you and stay strong big boi x
Jimmy. I'm pretty new to your channel. You've mentioned you have had problems and the way in which you said it made me suspect depression. I didn't realise how severe your depression was.
I can relate. I'm 33 now. I lost the latter half of my 20s to depression. There were telltale signs when I was younger that I was prone to depression but it is only in retrospect that I saw it. When I was in my 20s I started to become depressed and some days I couldn't deal with going to work, so I'd throw sickies. My work actually paid to send me to a psychiatrist and I was told that I was severely depressed. Being in a depressive state of mind, I didn't actively help myself and despite my diagnosis, my work terminated my employment due to my lack of attendance.
That was a major blow and I was at rock bottom. I sought another job as at the time I was sharing a flat with my brother and needed work so that I could pay the rent. I literally reached breaking point. I woke up one morning, purchased some rope from a hardware store (after having researched how to tie a noose) and headed out to a wooded area that I know. I wrote a suicide note and put it in my pocket and sat on a tree branch with the noose around my neck rocking back and fourth trying to get up the courage to do it, however I did not trust my rope tying ability and didn't want to be left scrabbling around on tiptoe. This was meant to be quick and painless. I then went to a cliff by the sea and contemplated juming, but again wasn't sure of whether the fall would kill me outright. I then found another cliff, this time away from the sea that I was fairly sure would do the job. I kept thinking of the people that I'd leave behind, especially my mother. That would be the biggest slap in the face I could possibly deliver. I decided that for the sake of my family and friends (my two closest) that I couldn't do it to them. It would be selfish and I didn't want to cause them pain.
I knew then that I had to seek help. I told my mother of my breakdown and we went to my doctor. He referred me to my local mental health centre. I attended sessions with psychiatrists, psychlogists and occupational therapists for the next few years. I have been out of work for nearly ten years but with the help of family, friends, mental health workers and a local employment trust that helps people return to work, this year I've started work again.
I'm happy to hear that you are taking the right steps to help yourself. I also think your honesty is admirable. Not everyone understands what it is like to have a part of your brain that is constantly laying into you. It's like having an angel and a devil on each shoulder but the devil is running you down and the angel stands there and says pretty much nothing. I'm sure you've had this said to you, but depression isn't something that goes away unfortunately. The trick is learning how to manage it, and like I said, you seem to be doing all the right things. I wish you the best of luck Jimmy and I hope 2017 is a better year for you :)
Damn what a story, must have been very tough, how's it going now?
@William YOUNG @Hidden World Hi, and thanks for your concern. Unfortunately life hasn't been too good. My mother passed away last year. Understandably this has made my struggle with depression more difficult. I'm doing my best to not let it get on top of me and have continued taking my medication and have kept drinking to a minimum because I get very low when I drink. Fortunately I do have the support of my family and friends, but admittedly I rarely find talking helps because a large part of my struggle is internal. I'm just taking things one day at a time.
@@napalmhardcore Aw damn man, I'm so sorry to hear that. I can understand how hard it must be, and for what I can, I give you my support, if it can do anything! Been struggling with depression too for a while, I feel your struggle. Good job on taking life one day at a time, that helps!
@@solecolasudinoi3550 Thanks. I appreciate it and I hope you keep on top of it and life treats you well :)
@@napalmhardcore Thank you! Same to you, honestly best of luck, hope life treats you well too! :)
Current date: 18/04/2020
- I can feel a broken man... Someone who didn't as felt himself. I can hear a body, with almost no energy, suffer.
- Now... I see, a man full of life, someone who enjoys life. Being a YTber, a SimRacer, a guy that won Le Mans with a team which are now his friends. But most importantly... He's happy with himself again.
I'm writing this after seeing your 2019 round-up. I'm a sub from mid 2018, and I really feel a broken Jimbo in this video. I don't have nor the age, nor the experiences to say: "I understand how you felt." I only want to say...
Jimmy, you are my biggest inspiration for SimRacing, and your community is also for you. We are together. And as one... We rise. Thank you for everything man
Current Date: 20/04/2020
Thought I'd check the comments section in case there were some recent comments, and here we are!
Same situation. Long-time stream donator. Subbed in mid 2018 during a rocky, abusive relationship; Early 2019's content helped me through uncomfortably quiet patches in the aftermath!
If this Corona Lock-down had happened 13/14 months ago I probably wouldn't be around to write this comment.
Jimmer, you are a corner-stone in Sim Racing's mental health awareness and we are proud of you.
To this Jimmy, you are a racing champion! In Real Life!!! You have been an inspiration and a great company through the dark and the sunny days, please, never give up!
I searched this up after the shed tour. It’s so very awesome to see how far you’ve come since this video.
I searched “Jimmy Broadbent history”. This video was the first result but the second video’s title is “The Greatest Comeback” and that seems fitting.
Thanks for sharing. I’ve been battling depression and going to therapy since early 2018. You’re a great man, Jimmer.
Jimmy i have no words... Last year i bought a £2000 gaming pc, streaming equipment, designed my own gaming channel etc.. i still havent been able to upload anything because of horrible mental health issues. I too drank,smoked and fought my way into Oblivion, destroying everything around me. Having just seen this video though, its genuinely made me smile as you have made it and have realized the dream that so many of your followers thought was impossible for sim drivers. You have given me the courage to just say fuck it and start making content again and it really is inspiring. I think alot more youtubers could take a leaf out of your book and start promoting mental health charities on their channels too. You are genuinely inspiring and one day, i hope to meet you on the virtual racetrack. I think some kind of MIND racing championship or something similar could really take off. Thank you jimmy, as youve given me hope and determination. You deserve it.
Thank you!
Dear 2016 Jimmer. I am from 2020. Hang in there! You don't want to miss this!
Dear jimmers 2021 is even better... just imagine what 2022 will bring you
I'm pretty sure we all wanted to miss that, good for his channel though and now he's got a happy relationship, growing channel and he's driving a Praga with the reigning champion.
Proud of you Jimmy!
Seeing this in 2020. After being in a suicidal depression my self. And fighting the aftermath what it did to my body right now. It’s really good to see who u become. And an reassuring feeling there is also hope for others that go through the same kind of problems. U are an inspiration.
I never thought that I was suffering from any sort of serious mental illness. I always knew that I was mildly depressed, but I never thought it was anything serious. I just accepted it as my life, and never did anything.
When I heard this story, I was relating so much the whole way through, and I've now realized that my condition is somewhat serious.
I'm now getting help and things are going well. This video changed my life, and I can only thank you for that, Jimmer.
🥚🤔
I'm watching this after hearing the HUGE news that you got a real drive in the RCN at the Nordschleife. What a crazy journey you've been on and its been cool to watch you go from such a black hole of depression to becoming an actual official racing car driver living your dream. Such an inspiring story, keep up the good work Jimmbus.
It’s amazing to watch this towards the end of 2019 where you have improved so much in so many aspects of your life and career and to hear what you were going through at this time is astounding. I’m so happy to know that your situation is getting better
Wathing this on the 1st january 2020, in your latest video, you said ,that 2019 was the best year of your live!Amazing how you changed your live from being depressed to really fucking happy!!! Amazing
I've been watching some videos going back in time today, and heard you mention depression in one of them. Eventually I came across this video and I just have to say I'm proud of you for getting through this! I've been through depression and anxiety too, and it's really feckin shitty, as you probably would call it. I got a real crash back in november, 7 months ago, and I'm currently riding a wave where things feel pretty good, with a few bumps here and there.
I hope anyone feeling like this will realize that things will be better and you'll build on your experiences, whether good or bad ones.
You should be an ambassador for this kind of thing. Gamers and streamers in particular could properly relate to you. Advice and support from a genuine source is incredibly powerful.
Keep talking about it to people you value. You aren't alone with that struggle. I've been where you were/are, I made the journey. If you told me 15 years ago that I'd be where I am today, (and 2016 was great for me) I'd laughed at you. Never give up, if you keep at it, surround yourself with people that take you for who you are it will get better. And it's worth it. All the best and a virtual hug. Keep doing the good things you do.
I wish I could have said 2016 Jimmer it's going to get better... 339k subs, and a job that takes you all over the world commentating on races. To everybody who reads this, it does get better. Jimmy proved it.
Keep things up, man, you do amazing content.
From this in 2016... to Getting to race with PRAGA in 2021, we are proud of you JIMMER
watching this at the end of 2020, i don't know why this was recommended to me but i'm really glad you are doing better man! Just imagine, 4 years ago you were in a pretty dark place and now you are getting a house! Congrats man.
Best wishes for 2017. Chin up and keep looking forward.
Geez man, look at how far our Jimmer has come! Way to go professional racecar driver!
This is the greatest comeback story. Keep going Jimmy, the best is yet to come!
Sucks that the NHS told you to just "man up" because when I went to my GP about the fact I was suffering from anxiety and scratching holes in my arms (I have allergies and my eczema got horribly infected bringing on anxiety and depression) they had me in the next day and talked to me at length about how I was feeling and gave me reams of paper with numbers to call and therapists in my area as well as putting me on the right medication first time. In a selfish way, I'm glad it was just to calm me down and not because I want to throw myself off a bridge onto the M6 but when I see two of my favourite RUclipsrs talk at length about it (you being one of them) it reminds me of the six or seven months I spent with the curtains drawn and not wanting to go outside as what I had done to myself for the first time in my life made me ashamed to go outside or see anybody and I've always been good about going out with red, cracked hands and stuff. And also, watching people talk about it makes me want to help. You've got a good community behind you and we're always here.
Look at you now Jimmer. Such progression; so much passion and dedication to what you do and it's payed off with your recent channel growth. You're a top guy and keep it up.
Watching this in 2020 as Jimmy is on the cusp of 600k subscribers and seemingly doing very well. Keep it up jimmy. You’re doing amazing work, and you’ve become so much more than just a RUclipsr. You are loved Jimmer
jimmy, im sure 2016 you is very proud of you. im sorry you had to go through that, but youre better now! im glad youre alive. im really proud of you
4 years on from this and I've no idea what it's like in your head now, I hope it's loads better, but I do know that during this lockdown YOU have made me smile a lot and not a huge amount else has. Big love past Jimmer from a future fan!
Keep going Jimmy. I don't know what it's like, so I won't pretend to know how you can get better. I just hope that you can find moments of that inner peace we all need, which will keep you moving forward. Your family, friends and even us on the outskirts of your youtube circle are happy you're with us. Take care.
Watching this in April 2020. My God Jimmer, what a progress. I'm so happy for you!!!
Thank you, Jimmy. I'm happy you shared. I remember a video when you said 'i live in a shed due to some circumstances.... we wont get into that...' and I've always wanted to know.. just now I finally searched for it! I think you started the tiny house trend anyways.
I love the commentary during your races. It sounds like I'm at home as a kid and my dad is in the living room watching Formula 1.. :)
You're always my go to for fun Sim Racing content. You've been influential to say the least. Your videos relax me and keep my mind at home without letting it wander back to the stresses of work.
I've been a wheel clamped on desk driver since Colin McRae Rally 2.0. in 1999 or something. Wheels have been Logitech something, Logitech Momo, Logitech G29..... (ok wow the first two lasted me like 10 years each)
I finally made the step up to real sim racing hardware...
I've built a motion rig, DOF Reality P6, (and modding it) just received my first Fanatec wheelbase and pedals... Clubsport 2.5 and Clubsport V3 pedals. so awesome.
This is where you were only 2 years ago Jimmy. I'm so glad you're still with us and I'm proud of you for your achievements. Congratulations on 100k subs, you deserve all of it.
Your videos have brought a lot of happiness to my life, your newfound positivity is infectious. I think you've helped a lot of people through your videos, as light as they may seem.
We're all here for you whatever happens and I'm excited to see what happens in the future. As always, keen for new videos :)
~Sam
PS: You did the shooey you absolute madman.
Jimmy Ive been suscribed for a year and a half actually found you through empty box and love watching your content. i also deal with depression and i know its different for everyone but i support you all the way. heres to a better 2017!
from this to a race series champ. what a fucking journey.
I hope Jimmy can look back at this and smile now.
Takes a lot for someone to upload a video detailing their trials and tribulations, so kudos to you and I hope for a better 2017 for yourself
its 2021 jimmer... you will be racing for Praga in the near future. im so proud of you dude. lots of love from your chatterino
I've been down, still go down, the same path, it's tough to go through, tough to talk about. Everything about it shitty. And it can seem hopeless and like no one understands. Sounds like you have a great friend in Jolyon, I'm lucky to have a friend like that as well or I may not be here myself. Your videos are a source of joy for me. Sometimes when I'm having a "down" day, I'll put on some of my favorite videos of yours and just forget about the outside world for a bit. I truly appreciate you talking about your struggles and know that as long as you're here, I'll be here too.
Jimmy as someone who's battled depression for nearly a decade (im 23 for reference) and beat a painkiller addiction everything you've said hits right home. I lost my grandmother in February and a childhood friend 2 weeks ago. I've been a complete wreck of emotions that swing every 5 minutes it seems this year and after the mess of christmas eve i'm leaving a chunk of my family out of my life. When they constantly remind you of your failures and call you a fag reguraly cause i've had no relationships in my life, its time to move on. I've come a hell of a long way in the past 2-3 years, don't need to be reminded of the dark urges that i still fight in the silence of the night. Here's to 2017 for yours and mine.
It’s been 3 years, how you doing my guy?
@@thetractor6943 Still alive surprisingly. 2020 been weird. Got a girlfriend in the middle of all this covid insanity. Still have crazy ass mood swings but I just roll with it now. Been wild watching Jimmer grow and I'm one of the regulars in Nate's discord. Fuck addiction and fuck depression. I'm too fucking bullheaded to let it get the best of me now.
Watching this 3/26/2020 I recently found your channel and i'm addicted to watching your videos man. from watching you battle real life F1 drivers to you speeding across Europe in a semi. You are truly a great person and an angle. You've came a long way, and we are all extremely grateful for it.
Well jimmer, you've made it pretty damn far. Doing actual 24h racing, driving real race cars, simulators for bmw. Meeting real drivers, owning a Skyline.
And most importantly.
Owning the RUclips dream.
Having a community that cares for you, and wakes up, excited to see your content.
You have a half million people who willingly come to you, to see what you create!
Good luck on your racing career!
So happy for you Jimmy. Your passion and personality is what makes your videos special, you have an admirable attitude and I have learned a lot from you. Thank you for showing us the best of times, and the worst of times, we need more discussions like this in the world. I have been watching you for over a year and it really brought tears to my eyes when you announced that you were racing in real life and your dream came true. Nobody deserves that more than you Jimmy. Love and support from a nowhere town in the USA ❤️.
Oh jimmer, you sound so sad in this, it makes me so happy to hear your 2018 round up, you have come such a long way and it is so uplifting to hear. Keep strong buddy, you have done so well and inspired so many - fantastic work mate!!!!! 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘
Myself and all the people here, love you to bits jimmy, Your personality, and what we know about you from you tube and your exploits from endurance races to fixing up your MX-5. As one of the first people I subscribed too I hope that you continue to get better and we'll all move on together and make the most of 2017. hope to see you in the SimRacing series too!
I can so relate to this Jimmy. 2016 was hard for me too and 2019 has been a day to day struggle. Your videos have been an invaluable lift for me this year - huge thank you! Love you dude, top man.
This is the main reason I subscribed. I heard you talking about mental health so openly and honestly, no sugar coating and that’s something immensely reassuring to hear from someone else while you’re going through similar things, it makes it feel less isolating I guess. Anyways thank you for being so genuine it really is so refreshing to see.
This is haunting, proud if you for moving forwards. This was really a very emotional thing to listen to.
You're a good dude, keep doing the do.
Hi Jimmy. I stumbled across one of your videos by accident and sat and watched you race and listened to your self-analysis and comments and it instantly made me smile. Love your videos and then i find this one. Thank you for sharing this!!!!!!! I could relate completely. Great video and good luck.
Well you have a new sub. It's great to find someone who will openly speak out about "actual" mental health problems on a social media platform. I had a very similar year to you but luckily I didn't get so far down the path of substance abuse but I was close. Right now my depression is under control and the only thing currently holding my back is panic attacks/anxiety and that's something I hope to get under control this year. I only just came across your channel about 30 mins ago because I'm just getting into sim racing but I already feel I relate to you. Keep your head high and have a positive 2017.
Incredibly brave to not have taken this video down out of shame, It's unbelievable how much you turned it around. You can tell this is real because of the monotone voice, long drawn out breaths during each sentence, especially nearing the end of the video. Mental health issues are real and more men with them NEED to speak up. I used to be like that, everything felt like so much effort, failure was a constant result, not a variable and my self esteem was at the floor.
I really wish younger me could've watched this around 2016 when I was going through tough times, if anyone is going through something similar, no matter how trivial you think it is. REACH OUT, no man is an island and all it takes is one good friend or a hobby to take the edge off.
It's easy to be negative and to hate and to be angry, it's hard to love, to find happiness and to forgive. Especially forgiving yourself can be the toughest part of recovery.
From his worst year.. to owning his own 700hp+ GTR and racing for Praga in 4 years! Living the DREAM over there Jimmers!
Watching this as well after your 2018 roundup video. You did so well for yourself in the last 2 years - and all the while doing what you love. Continue your path... We are proud of you.
Watching this on March 27, 2020. Deeply touched. I also know about fighting the fight, every day, even now as I enter my senior years. Jimmy, the joy you exude in your videos always lifted me up. Now it also inspires me.
Man, I'm a fan of your videos since about a year basically since I became a serious fan of racing, but I just watched your best of 2019 video and then this. This incredible what you achieved and come thru. You are an legend!
You're a beautiful person Jimmy! Massive kudos for sharing this, it takes a lot of strength and courage!
Oh, and what a frick'n inspiration for so many seeing how far you've come now!
I found this channel in August 2020 and I had no idea how far you have come Jimmer!!! Even though I'm relatively new, your content has inspired me to take the plunge and get into sim racing. As someone who has battled depression too, your candidness about what you have been through and how far you've come.... You have a lot to be proud of man. You are an inspiration. Keep doing what you do. Thanks for the openess.
Jimmy this sounds very similar to me i spent from 18 to 30 drinking to escape the darkness with bouts of self harm and wanting to die but not wanting to kms ive been lucky my now wife helped me more then i could ever repay her,
Jimmy's videos are helping me out alot at the moment, recovering from a work injury that has basically left me somewhat disabled. Going through a really tough time, you'll probably never read this Jimmy but I appreciate your videos. I understand depression and anxiety.....
Long term subscriber, watching this 06/04/20 after watching you finish 9th twice against real life formula 1 drivers, have spoken to you (albeit only on Twitter) and youre a real person, one day, i hope to be able to afford a rig and race along with you, cause that would be a privilege, cheers buddy, youve come so far
rewatching this just before the 2020 le-mans 24hour glad to see the progress you have made since this all happened jimmy it really does give me hope 19/20 have been the worst years of my already pretty poor life but seeing how you are now even with all this pandemic crap and everything you have been through this year and are still so possitive and also still give thanks for every opportunity you are given i know you wont see this now but honestly watching your content especially this last few weeks with all the f1 and imsa and all the practice for this 24 hour race has legit kept me going so thank you jimmer....thank you
Brought tears to my eyes Jimmer. Old videos hitting right in the feels.
There's not much I can say that hasn't already been said.
You're strong, to be able to go through everything and come out the other side of your darkest moments, still pushing to make things better... That's a great show of willpower and determination.
Just looking at the outpour of support in the comments of this video shows that you've amassed an amazing, caring, and supportive community of people here who all care about you, and who all want the best for you.
Just know that you are never alone.
Wishing you all the best for the new year! Let's all make it a good one, eh?
Seeing this 4.3-ish years later shows how far you've come up from this.
Thanks for showing everyone it is possible to turn your life around.
Thanks Jimmy you bloody legend ❤️🙌
Oh wow, bumped into this video in my suggestions, never could've imagined that you have been through so much, Jimmy. So happy that I got to know such amazing individuals as you and Jo in person!
Love, Polly xx
From someone who has lived through the same thing, thank you so much for having the courage to share this. The more that these issues are put into a public format, the easier it is to realize that you're not alone in feeling this way, and knowing that can save someone's life. We love you Jimmy, and hope 2017 is amazing for you!
Thanks for sharing Jimmy, hearing people talk candidly about this kind of stuff helps me quite a bit. I'm sure there'll be a bunch of other people who find it helpful that won't reply because reasons too.
Love the videos man, all the best for the new year.
watching this after the GTR video, this is a fascinating time capsule of reflection, never stop getting better.
Hi Jimmo, am going a tough time too since the unexpected loss of my dad.Your videos provide me with escapism that i krave for at the moment.I just wanted to say thankyou for everything you do.
Jim. A massive thank you for sharing your story. I am suffering from the same monster. I am slowly beginning to see that i have some control but at the time i started watching this video i was in the dark place. You helped me get back out of bed., kick myself up the arse and get on with life. It is a massive thing to share on social media but people like yourself, knowingly or not., are helping so many people. In coming to terms with mental illness and removing.the stigma attached to it. Keep up all the good work you are doing. You are a credit to suffers across the world and i wish you all the very best for 2018
Bro you have me in tears. After five years of life getting progressively worse until I really lost everything that matters to me, the last six months I've noticed a positive change in my mental state and its only at that point you realise how fucking unwell you really were.
Lots of love
I'm so proud of how far you come Jimmer! Absolute legend
I vividly remember watching this back then, and it some what mirrored my life at the time in many ways, and now today, we are finally further from the darkness than ever before, and feeling more the warmth of success.
God bless you Jimmer-me-timbers.
Having watched and thoroughly enjoyed a great many of your videos over recent months I had no idea at all what you have gone through, and no doubt continue to deal with. With a family member lost deep in the depths of depression and other related ailments for more than 10 years, I have a slight inkling of what you've been going through and how hard it can be to get help. My heart goes out to you. Stay strong - what you do is amazing, and speaks to your wonderful character. I hope you're in a much better place as 2017 draws to a close.
I've never noticed these times of dark mindsets from your videos Jimmy, they all seem equally cheerful and uplifting. Messages like these quite often seem to come out of nowhere. It seems silly to say everything will be fine, but I hope you pull through and learn to appreciate yourself and find peace.
I am really, really, really thankful of the content that you put out for us to watch and this is one of the reasons i admire you so much. I know this might not mean as much to anyone cause im a stranger to you but your vids really cheer me up when im down and thats always but your vids make it a lot easier, thank you.
Jimmy doesn't matter if you read this, but you gave and still giving me inspiration to try figure out my life and be inspired while trying getting my dream come true and having some fun in between, without getting in some hard depression feelings like what you described. Especially now it looks insane how you actually did what you thought would be impossible, to feel better, be truly happy from your life without that crappy feelings that you just tried from just them being around you. it worth trying... Thx Jimmy.
What a way you’ve come jimmer, glad to see you where you are now. You’re amazing!
Jimmy, when I first got into sim racing I watched a lot of your videos and your skill, technique and enthusiasm, plus sharp British wit, got me passionate and motivated. You have a fan in Vancouver dude. I guess we all have to find our true calling, and walk down some dark roads to get there.
You are an amazing person, Jimmy, your videos have inspired me to start simracing again and gave me so many hours of entertainment. We all love you.
So glad that you were able to make it through, and you're doing better Jimmy. I'm pretty much in the same position you were in when you made this video right now, and hope I can make it through like you did I'm just not sure I will. Hearing you talk about it, and watching your videos definitely helps so thank you. Wish the best for you in the future. B
I really needed this. I can't say I know how it feels to be in your shoes but my life has been rough for a while. That slow decline, that terrible feeling at the back at your mind creeping up on you. And you only realise you're so far gone till you're too far gone. I'm glad you're doing so much better now. Maybe there's still hope for me. Thanks Jimmer
Here's for a better 2017 Jimmy!
I saw this video first in 2017, and YT recommended this to me today (7-June-2021).
You should be so proud of yourself, Jimmy, of what you've been able to accomplish and your journey through hardships with so much courage and bravery up until now, and it gives me hope too :').
Wishing you nothing but success and happiness for your future endeavours and I am sure there are people who agree with me. And I am damn sure that your Grandfather is smiling and cheering you on, wherever he is!💗
Loads of Love.
A Grateful Subscriber...
so proud of you jimmer, returned to this video for the first time since 2017. you are the best the sim community has. such a bright person within the whole youtube community and your growth in these years is immeasurable. only more success is to come and we all cant wait for britcar.
It's been such a pleasure watching Jimmy evolve since late 2016
As a therapist I appreciate your candor. And as someone feeling overwhelmed by this recent world virus, your videos provide me with hope and something to look forward to. Much appreciated.
Thanks for all the content of 2017 Jimbo, and more to come yet. Just wanted to thank you for the community youve brought together, it's something I look forward to everyday. We wouldn't have this if it werent for you. I think you've also accomplished your goal many times over of helping others get into sim racing. For myself sim racing has become a way to help deal with my own mental pain, and I can honestly say I wouldn't of found it or picked it up without your content. Cheers Jimmy
Fantastic video Jimmy. You're brave to speak out, but you've helped yourself and you help others in doing so. Good luck for the future and fight to stay positive.
Dear Jimmy, Having only discovered your channel in 2020 during lockdown I was amazed at your commentary skills whilst driving. Your enthusiasm, passion and humour draws people in and I'm sure it won't be long before you are celebrating your One Million subscriber and being offered a commentary job on SKY, whilst being allowed to continue on RUclips. Now though, that I have watched this video as well I can't believe its the same person. You have really gone through the mill and back out again, thankfully to a better place. Having mental health issue in my own Family I know its a horrid experience to watch let alone actually feel. You should be so proud of yourself for not only your fight with this disease but your openness and frank retelling of it which has brought this to the attention and understanding of all those that watch your channel. Continue the good work and I wish you well both mentally, physically and spiritually.
This popped up in my recommended and just wanted to say, glad you are still here Jimmy. Going back to 2015 for me, I went through a terrible depression for years. I'm doing much better now but it's still one day at a time and you have to stay positive. Cannot wait to see you rip it up for Praga baby!
You are amazing jimmy you become a good friend with each and everyone. Thanks for the laughs and for the support to. I suffer with anxiety and depression and sometimes it's hard. But see how you are now. You are a inspiration thanks for everything jimmer
He went from such a horrible year, to driving a Praga racecar. What a lad, it’s good to see his improvement