I actually thoroughly enjoyed the conversations between Theo and Chris. I would love to see this become a regular part in Chris’ videos even when not sponsored by Movember. I think it’s touching if every couple videos he’d pull a guest to the side and just talk to them about their life.
Despite still being a good decade away from being able to grow an actual moustache, it was an honour to be involved in this video for Movember, hugely important cause for the boys ❤
That beginning chat with Theo honestly brought me to tears. I also suffer with OCD. To know that not only another person, but one as seemingly good-hearted and kind as Chris can also suffer with something like it takes weight off my shoulders and probably that of many others. Thank you for doing that Chris and Theo, I want you to know you're helping people in an immense way. Not many will use a platform like the one of this channel to put out a powerful message to help others, so you have my full respect. Fantastic video bro, well done!
I know this sounds like a cliche self diagnosis, but I am almost certain I have ocd. I overthink for hours on end, sometimes even lasting the entire night and making me be unable to sleep. I have to arrange different objects in a specific way or else I physically can’t carry on. I overstudy for every test I take once again to the point of not sleeping sometimes out of fear that if I don’t I’ll fail. I don’t really know how to proceed it’s affecting my daily life in a serious manner
@@nickortiz215 i also struggle with insomnia because of overthinking, ruminating, regret, restless mind... Hope youre doing better now brother, if you need a talk hmu id love to chat about it since we seem to struggle from the same issue.
Big up to Theo and Chris doing that chat on camera infront of everyone for all to see because it can't be easy talking about that to a mate let alone to millions of people
Chris, mate. The start to this video means a lot to me. Too many guys I know have taken their lives because they didn’t think they had someone to talk to. It’s massive for you to show you (mostly younger) audience that’s it’s okay to open up about what’s going on in life. Lots of us grew up with male role models that taught us to bury our emotions and man up, this newer generation has so much potential.
@@gl1dingthe fact you’ve commented on all of these, 10 months later, screaming about how men need to ‘control their feelings’ and ‘man up’ makes me think your masculinity is a little bit fragile to think you can’t get through life without letting yourself feel. it’s okay to have emotions, man. it’s okay to have bad days and whether you think it’s a waste of time or not, what truly makes a man is choosing to keep going everyday
@@Trials_MEDIA i never said dont let yourself feel. i said don't let how you feel affect what you do. we agree. it IS okay to have emotions, but they shouldn't matter. and the reason i have commented a lot on this vid is because I'm very passionate about men being strong, and CONTROLING emotions as the media tells young boys to be weak. please realize that controlling emotions is very very different than concealing them or bottling them up. no man "feels" like running into a burning building to save people, but we do it anyway. because we are men. we have a job to do. and that job is not to be weak.
Hats off to you boys, mental health is a killer and you boys just show the resources everyone has all at their fingertips and that’s friends and family. Just shows how normal RUclipsrs are and how down to earth they are eventhough they are in front of a camera
That intro was exactly the kind of content this generation needs Chris, as someone working to be in the mental health discipline, thank you for taking time out of your video to focus on that.
Honestly, if you just started every video from now on, with a quick heartfelt chat with a mate, I'd never skip an intro. It's just a really nice change of pace.
So sick from Chris to open up about overthinking and admitting to having reached out to get professional help, I know how difficult it can be to admit to seeking professional help, massive respect for doing so on such a big platform🙌
The fact that you made a decision to open up, not just with your good friend but us as well, was an incredibly brave decision and I hope it sets the standard for this community.
Absolutely vital that more people continue to speak about mental health especially with creators your size that can help both spread the word and remove the stigma too, fantastic way to start off the video with a great message
04:08, can't stop crying rn... Oh gosh.... that hit hard. Spent 7/8 years suffering with all sorts of mental health issues and never really being able to enjoy myself or my life, my life was so dark, like I had nothing to live for or be proud of - just felt so useless. 2017 was a good start mentally, started raving + clubbing, festivals + venues, was doing well by self-teaching myself self-love/care, 2020 struck + my hard work just disappeared.. lost my job, lost friends, stuck indoors with no festivals/raves. 2023 + I still have those days were I feel useless + not being able to enjoy my life and with my money issues recently I've felt like I've not been able to enjoy my life again. But seriously this little dmc + your videos, laugh, shorts etc have brought me so much happiness - you all have really. Haven't laughed so much in a long time !
Keep your head up and keep going on strong! I realised myself too that everyday we've been blessed with by waking up, either it can go For you, or against you. It's all in the mind + you decide how the day goes. smiling at people, helping around the house, meditation, exercise, socialise etc. and another point is, even when we feel low we just need to remember this is temporary, Just like the sun shines during the day, and eventually it will set, & again in the morning it will rise. That's with everything in life. So no matter what keep on going, head up high and remember.... you're a warrior at heart 💪🏽
You have a huge audience of young lads, so opening up about your own difficulties and showing yourself sharing that with your mates, really fantastic stuff chris.
someone who suffers from OCD too i really appreciate Chris speaking out about this. I havent told my friends and sometimes its pretty tough to keep fighting by yourself, think im gonna chat to my mates next time about it, and im sure thats down to this video. So cheers Chris
that chat was actually the best way to show a sponsorship. I geiunely watched and felt more from that than the vid! great work and thank you for sharing!
This was fantastic. I loved the difference between the chaos on the pitch and the calm, vulnerability with Theo. It’s powerful, showing you can do both with the same people
Wasn't expecting this from the video at all! Which probably shows how unnatural two lads having a heart to heart is these days. So important, thanks for speaking and opening up guys
Chris, I don't know if you'll ever see this, but you've genuinely been a huge inspiration in my life. I started watching you during 2020 and COVID and genuinely, your videos have helped me so much mentally. Just to have a laugh or even a more serious discussion about self-improvement like this video, it's been great. No matter the video, you always make it quality. I think Theo is right, you've really changed in good ways over this past year and I can't wait to see wait you'll do next. I have nothing but respect for you opening up about your own struggles, and I hope you continue to well mate. 🙌❤
I have OCD (Its horrible and I wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy) and am currently having CBT therapy, the therapy is going well and I have finally got a grasp on my intrusive thoughts and I am learning to control them and control the compulsions, thank you Chris for opening up about this because it is really hard to open up about this condition and you are scared of being judged etc, amazing video mate!
That chat was great lads. Huge kudos to Chris for speaking up about OCD and feeling comfortable sharing that information with millions of people - huge stigma around it which leads to a lot of people not speaking up about it, myself included. Class lads ❤
Showing your audience how to talk to a mate & how much You open up is a really, really cool thing to do. I initially thought it was gonna be a bit & am so glad it wasn't
every day nearly for like 3/4 summers, I used to go out to my local park and do this exact thing, heads and volleys and cuppies, took it all for granted as it was the best days of my teenage years and how we all could let it go, cut the shit and take the piss, was a pleasure watching this Chris, it'll have hit WAY more people than you think!
Loved the chat with Baker, great stuff lads. Awesome message. These chats are definitely needed and I make sure to have them with a good friend from time to time.
Thankyou for bringing this up. We need to speak up more and open up to people about our feelings and what we’re going through. Hopefully this helps more of us start doing so.
I absolutely loved the start of that video, and props to Chris opening up like that cause I know personally it helps a lot knowing your not alone and its ok to be not ok
I’m really late to the party on this but this video resonated with me massively. As someone who has struggled massively with anxiety and panic attacks since covid began, I have often felt isolated and all too often end up in a spiral . Like you Chris I’ve had therapy but also even medication. Both of which have slowly improved me. I gained the confidence to start work again after a lay off of almost 3 years, and though I’m not fully recovered, I feel like I’ve turned a corner. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, hearing this has actually really helped 😊
Thanks for the opening up on life segment and idea. I’ve felt that once you finish school, or education you lose a lot of friends with how life goes on. Nothing malicious, but you all drift away and it becomes hard to have people to speak to when you’re feeling low. These past two years, or past year mostly have been so hard for me and I’ve wanted to speak to a friend about it for so long but I’ve felt so restricted and lonely at times. I’m hoping next time I see one of my close friends I can speak to them about this and feel better about myself. I just want to also say thank you to yourself over the years. I’ve watched your channel(s) grow from the early days, seen you grow from collabing with Kelly and Ollie to Ronaldo and Fabregas. But your videos recently have been so good. Seeing you share your personality in more explicit videos makes every video seem so much more freeing and I can sense that and I’m sure yourself making them is an even better feeling. Thanks for all the content and motivation you’ve produced over the years. Only recently do I feel consistent and motivated to live my dream on this platform and I owe a lot of it to videos like this. Sincerely, ChrisMD best ever goals X3 creator
Chris, your content is incredible and the time you put into editing really pays off. Appreciate my favourite RUclipsrs discussing mental health cause it's something that I dip in and out of and it's reassuring to know that you're not alone in your struggles. Keep up the great content man and stay healthy and happy!
That vibe between Theo and Chris's chat is so relatable, makes me happy people also do this and I've had chats like those for hours with my closest people and it helps a ton. never be scared to open up whether its a little bit or a lot
Great video, wholesome chats with the boys. Started seeing a professional this year for thoughts similar to yours Chris and found out I had OCD, ruminations etc. OCD is not just being clean and picky, theres many different types and its great to see someone with a massive platform speak on it and spread awareness!
currently studying Occupational therapy and Chris we need more people like you. love that you've stood up and made a really cool video expressing the need for talks and support from mates.
Loved the chat at the start, the most down to earth thing I've seen on RUclips for a while, felt like the type of deep chats I'd have with my roommates while walking places, love seeing that side of RUclipsrs, respect for sharing
Loved the chat between you both. Felt great to see such a big channel openly talk about it. Someone like me has considered advise and help in the past but always doubted. This gives me confidence to go through with it. So big thank you Chris and Theo. 😊
Absolutely love, love , love this !! As a mental health first aider at work seeing this has made me so happy, spreading the word about it’s ok to not be ok, and that just having that one on one chat can make such a huge difference. Overcoming the first hurdle of mental health is the hardest, but having a great support network changes everything. Much love my guy love the openness ❤
What a brilliant video. Awesome that you're using your platform to talk about mental health. And even better that you've dedicated so much of the video to it, not just a small segment at the start/ end!
I have severe OCD, horrible thoughts and i have had times where i didnt wanna be here, I still struggle with it but i just wanna say thank you for opening up, made me tear up cause i know im not alone, im happy that you have someone you really trust and talk to Chris
Big respect for this guys. Genuine masculinity is being able to open up like this. Love it, possibly the most important thing you've ever done Chris. Mad props for leaning into this essential message so hard.
Hearing Chris talk about overthing and all he's gon through start to make me relise I'm not alone and that I'm not the only one going through things and talking really helps
So important for men to talk to each other like this, I lost my cousin in 2020 due to suicide. He seemed very happy on the outside but he was really struggling. It's sad that they feel as if they can't discuss their feelings.
Chris mate this is one of the best videos I’ve seen all year, you’re a hero for actually coming out here and starting a conversation about this keep it up man!
Love that you talked about such an important issue so openly and I think it's extremely important to talk to your friends honestly from time to time. I really liked Paddy Pimblets speech about mental health awareness basically saying "I'd rather have a mate cry on my shoulder, than go to his funeral" and I think that's something especially us guys have to realize and get better at.
When you see two friends like this talking without the world of RUclips staring at them, it makes you realise that a connection between pals can be more than what it seems and that anyone who cares will stop and talk about their feelings. Well done to Chris and Theo for doing this and showing to the world it can be as easy as they portrayed
I met Chris a couple of months ago at an Airport in Zante (Zakynthos) randomly, although he seemed a bit exhausted he was more than happy to get a photo with me and have a quick chat, i've been watching him since ronaldinho's recruitment (iykyk) and even before that so just meeting him confirmed what I already believed to be true in which he is the most humble and down-to-earth youtuber out there and I will always be grateful to meet him that day. Just wanted to say that intro was powerful stuff and if you are reading this, we've all been through tough times but to see that the people we look up to go through similar struggles shows that everyone has a weakness so you are not alone
Myself personally never really considers all our favourite RUclips lads actually having to deal with day to day struggles. Really great to see that everyone’s in the same boat and that everyone has each others backs
Wow. You have no idea the impact this vid has had on me, especially that chat with Theo in the beginning. This will help so many. Class vid Chris. Absolute class.
Wow I also have been diagnosed with OCD and it sucks how media portrays it to be a perfectionist thing or like a choice. No it’s miserable and ruminating and having intrusive thought and over thinking every little thing is like living in hell. It’s awesome to hear you speak about it Chris. It’s not easy but glad u did it
@@czparta5936 I’m not gonna say it’s easy. I’ve had it for many years but got officially diagnosed 5 years ago when it was at its worst. Getting diagnosed was a big help to me because it allowed me to seperate the OCD as myself. I also have learned to somewhat ignore the thoughts by reminding myself that OCD lives off of attention, it wants to torture me so it could live on, and it manipulates my thinking so that I perceive myself to be a bad person that is not worthy of help. Just seperate urself from the OCD. If things didn’t worry u before ocd and suddenly ur worried then it’s just ocd trying to get ur attention. Distract urself when this happens so that the thoughts get silenced for a bit. Once you have done it so many times u then have evidence that it is possible and it’ll make it easier in the future. I also take medication, sertraline was a big help to me, it made the thoughts occur less and when they did occur I wouldn’t get strong negative feelings, thus making it easier to get them out of my head. The only negative thing about sertraline is that it made me gain weight, that’s one of its side effects, so rn I am on cymbaltal to see how the works. I also saw a therapist for a while to help me learn CBT and ERP procedures and that also helped. So to summarize, get diagnosed, try medication, receive therapy, and learn to identify the OCD thoughts and let them go. Obviously all of these are easier said than done, but just know things will get better. I have been in the lowest of places where I didn’t know what the purpose of living through this suffering is, but I just thought of my family and people I loved and was able to push through and things did get better. Good luck, and feel free to communicate with me more if u need.
@@dracodaym715 Thank you, also psychological kinesiology helped me and meditation. I also hate the way people who dont have see it as. Hope we all get better!
Chris honestly that chat was unreal. As i was watching i was overthinking about going to the shops and the post office to send off a parcel. And that chat made me get up and go do both of those things. now im back home watching the rest of the video and feel a massive weight of my chest. thanks Chris
Best football RUclipsr. Just a bit of constructive criticism here, I would love for you to upload just a little more even if the videos aren’t to your standards. The banter with your mates is the best part of the video and I would love to see you all meet up every once and a while and just play fun games like in this video. I love the content and admire how you have grown as a person , and hope you keep doing as well as your are right now , if not better
Honestly, Chris, I relate SO strongly to the overthinking, and how it comes from a form of minor OCD. It's a constant bombardment of beating yourself about beating yourself up, trivial, but hurtful thoughts that are so quick that you can't stop them, and just finding ways to be unhappy, when really everything around you is going well. It makes such a difference to know that you feel the same. Thank you so much for putting this out there. EDIT - to add just a few more thoughts - You articulated yourself so well about the topic, it summed up the absolute exact feelings and thoughts I was having. Particularly relating to having no religion, so always framing everything to what it means for my entire life (ie. I should be making the most of every second of it, and not doing so is a bad thing). Also the thought spirals, and being able to recognise that you are in a tail spin, and pulling yourself out of that negativity, and how the best way is just to recognise the type of thoughts, and know that they don't need to be held over you. Again, it makes such a difference to me that someone I am such a fan of is able to sum up the exact motions of my life and mental health. I would be really interested in the techniques you use, and how you manage it all. Thanks so much again.
Fantastic video Chris 👏🏻 thank you to Movember for making it happen because it’s rare we see anybody on RUclips open up like this unless it’s in a podcast.
I would say this is one of your best videos, Chris, especially the play in the first game was incredible. The volleys were wonderful but the main component was a wonderful message and I’m very thankful for that. Great job.
the intro is absolutely amazing it’s not jokes it’s genuine to help people let them know they’re not alone. please if you’re going through something talk to someone whether it’s a close friend that you can have deep talk with or a professional practitioner. you’re not alone and it’s not good to hold it in talking to yourself in your head isn’t letting it out you got to get stuff off your chest it holds you down if not
I've struggled with anxiety for years now and it's becoming easier and easier since being in therapy and becoming more open about how I feel. Before I had seen this video I decided to go see some friends I haven't seen in a while and we went to the pub to watch football, we caught up and I can honestly say I feel so much better for it. W all need to talk more and recognise the issues we can work on. Love the video mate
Chris mate, I understand how you feel because I also struggle with overthinking. I have phases where I am fine but then I also have phases where I go round and round in my head about the same sort of things that I know is not true but my mind and thoughts can't help but think it is. It's very mentally draining I find and it's something that I have had for maybe 2 years now. It's nothing serious but it is something that I struggle with sometimes and I did see a counsellor for a couple of months for it so I was really pleased to hear that you had it too and you were able to sort it because that shows that no-one is fine all the time and it's important to admit when things are not ok because I don't always say but I realise that it is important that other people and I do. For anyone else struggling with overthinking or issues with mental health, you are not alone and you can get through it if you surround yourself with the right people who are there to support you and it's ok to speak up and admit what's going on because that's a step in the right direction. I know this is long but I just want everyone to know that it's important and you are not alone. ❤
Me and my best mate since we was kids always try and meet up one on one for a pint to have a proper catch up, we don’t hold back on anything and it’s so nice to get it all off your chest instead of bottling up. Really appreciate the message of the Video Chris and the chat with Theo was honestly so refreshing to see in amongst all the fun with the boys. Got to always have that balance in life
Loved that chat at the beginning. I’ve been really struggling with OCD at the moment. And it’s great to hear someone else talk about it. And know it can get better if you get help
Best start to a video I’ve seen in a long time, it’s great seeing these conversations from people with large followings because it shows them that you’re human. Sometimes people idolise what they’re shown, rather than the whole picture.
Arguably the best video you've ever made mate. Really great energy and very real conversations, cheers for being honest and encouraging this sort of talk between mates.
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That starting chat with Theo was absolutely brilliant lads ❤ massive that
Today is a special day
TODAY IS A VERY SPECIAL DAY LOL
Dragged on a bit
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‘One on one’
As long as we forget the bloke with the camera in their face. And the people watching online. But yeah, ‘genuine’
top class boys, really important message ❤
Tf you doing here?
Also shorten your fucken adds cause at that point it ain’t adds it’s aids
Hello RUclips.
Hi RUclips
Take ads off of 10 second video please
4 replies lol but why does RUclips like the sidemen so muxh
that theo and chris chat was so wholesome
Gave me OVERLAP vibes😄
Theo Baker came out as gay here ruclips.net/video/ml39Abz2y40/видео.html
How long was the pitch
i skipped it
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I actually thoroughly enjoyed the conversations between Theo and Chris. I would love to see this become a regular part in Chris’ videos even when not sponsored by Movember. I think it’s touching if every couple videos he’d pull a guest to the side and just talk to them about their life.
one hundred percent!
@@Lahfo ❤
Despite still being a good decade away from being able to grow an actual moustache, it was an honour to be involved in this video for Movember, hugely important cause for the boys ❤
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13:09 Oh my word, nearly scored a screamer!
@@pliosaw I know right fml, needed it for redemption for the volley miss earlier 😂
The chat between Theo and Chris was so nice to see. They banter quite a lot in their videos but it's good to see the friendship behind it.
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Chris's content has been consistently top class for a long time now
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@@finpalfreyman2098 calm down schmuck.
Bro hasn't seen Chris's 2016-19 vids
How he hasn’t got millions of subs, baffles me sm. Love his content
@@hellomydude4614 i've been subscribed since 2015. i was calling the tosser a muppet because he commented on a video despite not watching it
That beginning chat with Theo honestly brought me to tears. I also suffer with OCD. To know that not only another person, but one as seemingly good-hearted and kind as Chris can also suffer with something like it takes weight off my shoulders and probably that of many others. Thank you for doing that Chris and Theo, I want you to know you're helping people in an immense way. Not many will use a platform like the one of this channel to put out a powerful message to help others, so you have my full respect. Fantastic video bro, well done!
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Your not alone their are people out there to help ❤ 👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌
I know this sounds like a cliche self diagnosis, but I am almost certain I have ocd. I overthink for hours on end, sometimes even lasting the entire night and making me be unable to sleep. I have to arrange different objects in a specific way or else I physically can’t carry on. I overstudy for every test I take once again to the point of not sleeping sometimes out of fear that if I don’t I’ll fail. I don’t really know how to proceed it’s affecting my daily life in a serious manner
@@nickortiz215 i also struggle with insomnia because of overthinking, ruminating, regret, restless mind... Hope youre doing better now brother, if you need a talk hmu id love to chat about it since we seem to struggle from the same issue.
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Big up to Theo and Chris doing that chat on camera infront of everyone for all to see because it can't be easy talking about that to a mate let alone to millions of people
well it was a sponsor
@@JBG-AjaxzeMedia ye but they didn't have to do the sponsor..
Yeah had to get paid to do it tho lol, by a charity as well
Chris, mate. The start to this video means a lot to me. Too many guys I know have taken their lives because they didn’t think they had someone to talk to. It’s massive for you to show you (mostly younger) audience that’s it’s okay to open up about what’s going on in life. Lots of us grew up with male role models that taught us to bury our emotions and man up, this newer generation has so much potential.
men need to man up sometimes. especially in today society.
@@gl1dingthe fact you’ve commented on all of these, 10 months later, screaming about how men need to ‘control their feelings’ and ‘man up’ makes me think your masculinity is a little bit fragile to think you can’t get through life without letting yourself feel. it’s okay to have emotions, man. it’s okay to have bad days and whether you think it’s a waste of time or not, what truly makes a man is choosing to keep going everyday
@@Trials_MEDIA i never said dont let yourself feel. i said don't let how you feel affect what you do. we agree. it IS okay to have emotions, but they shouldn't matter. and the reason i have commented a lot on this vid is because I'm very passionate about men being strong, and CONTROLING emotions as the media tells young boys to be weak. please realize that controlling emotions is very very different than concealing them or bottling them up. no man "feels" like running into a burning building to save people, but we do it anyway. because we are men. we have a job to do. and that job is not to be weak.
The chat between Chris and Theo was brilliant , good job lads
Hats off to you boys, mental health is a killer and you boys just show the resources everyone has all at their fingertips and that’s friends and family. Just shows how normal RUclipsrs are and how down to earth they are eventhough they are in front of a camera
That intro was exactly the kind of content this generation needs Chris, as someone working to be in the mental health discipline, thank you for taking time out of your video to focus on that.
the whole video was for it
Honestly, if you just started every video from now on, with a quick heartfelt chat with a mate, I'd never skip an intro. It's just a really nice change of pace.
So sick from Chris to open up about overthinking and admitting to having reached out to get professional help, I know how difficult it can be to admit to seeking professional help, massive respect for doing so on such a big platform🙌
read "So sick of Chris" and thought u were about to try and slew him
@@kaneoneill1858 yeah same lmao
@@kaneoneill1858 same lol
@@kaneoneill1858 lol I can see the confusion
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So much respect to Chris for opening up like this, I hope he's okay, and also I think Theo was the perfect friend to speak too
really proud of you chris to be apart of movember
The fact that you made a decision to open up, not just with your good friend but us as well, was an incredibly brave decision and I hope it sets the standard for this community.
Absolutely vital that more people continue to speak about mental health especially with creators your size that can help both spread the word and remove the stigma too, fantastic way to start off the video with a great message
Our king Andrew Tate said depression isn't real
04:08, can't stop crying rn... Oh gosh.... that hit hard.
Spent 7/8 years suffering with all sorts of mental health issues and never really being able to enjoy myself or my life, my life was so dark, like I had nothing to live for or be proud of - just felt so useless. 2017 was a good start mentally, started raving + clubbing, festivals + venues, was doing well by self-teaching myself self-love/care, 2020 struck + my hard work just disappeared.. lost my job, lost friends, stuck indoors with no festivals/raves. 2023 + I still have those days were I feel useless + not being able to enjoy my life and with my money issues recently I've felt like I've not been able to enjoy my life again.
But seriously this little dmc + your videos, laugh, shorts etc have brought me so much happiness - you all have really. Haven't laughed so much in a long time !
Keep your head up and keep going on strong! I realised myself too that everyday we've been blessed with by waking up, either it can go For you, or against you. It's all in the mind + you decide how the day goes. smiling at people, helping around the house, meditation, exercise, socialise etc.
and another point is, even when we feel low we just need to remember this is temporary, Just like the sun shines during the day, and eventually it will set, & again in the morning it will rise. That's with everything in life. So no matter what keep on going, head up high and remember.... you're a warrior at heart 💪🏽
Lads, thank you so much for spreading more awareness for this important cause
You have a huge audience of young lads, so opening up about your own difficulties and showing yourself sharing that with your mates, really fantastic stuff chris.
someone who suffers from OCD too i really appreciate Chris speaking out about this. I havent told my friends and sometimes its pretty tough to keep fighting by yourself, think im gonna chat to my mates next time about it, and im sure thats down to this video. So cheers Chris
that chat was actually the best way to show a sponsorship. I geiunely watched and felt more from that than the vid! great work and thank you for sharing!
This was fantastic. I loved the difference between the chaos on the pitch and the calm, vulnerability with Theo. It’s powerful, showing you can do both with the same people
Wasn't expecting this from the video at all! Which probably shows how unnatural two lads having a heart to heart is these days. So important, thanks for speaking and opening up guys
Chris, I don't know if you'll ever see this, but you've genuinely been a huge inspiration in my life. I started watching you during 2020 and COVID and genuinely, your videos have helped me so much mentally. Just to have a laugh or even a more serious discussion about self-improvement like this video, it's been great. No matter the video, you always make it quality. I think Theo is right, you've really changed in good ways over this past year and I can't wait to see wait you'll do next. I have nothing but respect for you opening up about your own struggles, and I hope you continue to well mate. 🙌❤
I have OCD (Its horrible and I wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy) and am currently having CBT therapy, the therapy is going well and I have finally got a grasp on my intrusive thoughts and I am learning to control them and control the compulsions, thank you Chris for opening up about this because it is really hard to open up about this condition and you are scared of being judged etc, amazing video mate!
Bro was I the only one who loved this style of video I genuinely just wanna go to a pitch now and kick a ball around with my friends 😂😂
That chat was great lads. Huge kudos to Chris for speaking up about OCD and feeling comfortable sharing that information with millions of people - huge stigma around it which leads to a lot of people not speaking up about it, myself included. Class lads ❤
I have A LOT of time for this intro. Props to you and Theo for opening up about this, problem shared is a problem halved ❤️
Showing your audience how to talk to a mate & how much You open up is a really, really cool thing to do. I initially thought it was gonna be a bit & am so glad it wasn't
every day nearly for like 3/4 summers, I used to go out to my local park and do this exact thing, heads and volleys and cuppies, took it all for granted as it was the best days of my teenage years and how we all could let it go, cut the shit and take the piss, was a pleasure watching this Chris, it'll have hit WAY more people than you think!
Loved the chat with Baker, great stuff lads. Awesome message. These chats are definitely needed and I make sure to have them with a good friend from time to time.
Nice one Jarryd, having someone you feel comfortable talking to about this is really important.
@@movembertv I couldn't agree more. Thank you for being a part of the mission to get this message out there.
Thankyou for bringing this up. We need to speak up more and open up to people about our feelings and what we’re going through. Hopefully this helps more of us start doing so.
Ngl ive been watching your content for like 6ish years at this point and its been consistently good the entire time
I absolutely loved the start of that video, and props to Chris opening up like that cause I know personally it helps a lot knowing your not alone and its ok to be not ok
I’m really late to the party on this but this video resonated with me massively.
As someone who has struggled massively with anxiety and panic attacks since covid began, I have often felt isolated and all too often end up in a spiral .
Like you Chris I’ve had therapy but also even medication. Both of which have slowly improved me.
I gained the confidence to start work again after a lay off of almost 3 years, and though I’m not fully recovered, I feel like I’ve turned a corner.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, hearing this has actually really helped 😊
love the effort chris puts in to his second channel
u just made me realise this is a second channel video wth
From a guy who found his mate after he took his own life, please guys and girls talk to each other 🙏 it really does help
Thought the opening was going to feel forced, was actually really touching and means a lot to us who are struggling, you’re a champion ❤️
Thanks for the opening up on life segment and idea. I’ve felt that once you finish school, or education you lose a lot of friends with how life goes on. Nothing malicious, but you all drift away and it becomes hard to have people to speak to when you’re feeling low.
These past two years, or past year mostly have been so hard for me and I’ve wanted to speak to a friend about it for so long but I’ve felt so restricted and lonely at times. I’m hoping next time I see one of my close friends I can speak to them about this and feel better about myself.
I just want to also say thank you to yourself over the years. I’ve watched your channel(s) grow from the early days, seen you grow from collabing with Kelly and Ollie to Ronaldo and Fabregas. But your videos recently have been so good. Seeing you share your personality in more explicit videos makes every video seem so much more freeing and I can sense that and I’m sure yourself making them is an even better feeling.
Thanks for all the content and motivation you’ve produced over the years. Only recently do I feel consistent and motivated to live my dream on this platform and I owe a lot of it to videos like this.
Sincerely, ChrisMD best ever goals X3 creator
Chris, your content is incredible and the time you put into editing really pays off. Appreciate my favourite RUclipsrs discussing mental health cause it's something that I dip in and out of and it's reassuring to know that you're not alone in your struggles. Keep up the great content man and stay healthy and happy!
That vibe between Theo and Chris's chat is so relatable, makes me happy people also do this and I've had chats like those for hours with my closest people and it helps a ton. never be scared to open up whether its a little bit or a lot
Nahh, the fact that in the intro he says "for my colleagues" and Ethan pops out
Bro predicted the future
Honestly this is one of my favourite videos. It feels more real than a lot of vids on RUclips keep it up lad
The start with Theo was really touching tbh. Glad you included it in the video.
That intro was important to guys everywhere. Thank you.
I know this was a sponsored video but I can tell you truly cared about doing it. I'm glad you took it seriously and chose to do this!
Big ups for raising awareness on such an important topic. Well done being able to speak about it on camera as well. Great job!
Great video, wholesome chats with the boys. Started seeing a professional this year for thoughts similar to yours Chris and found out I had OCD, ruminations etc. OCD is not just being clean and picky, theres many different types and its great to see someone with a massive platform speak on it and spread awareness!
currently studying Occupational therapy and Chris we need more people like you. love that you've stood up and made a really cool video expressing the need for talks and support from mates.
To see the lads open up and talk about their feelings is always beautiful. Really enjoyed this video throughout ❤
could genuinely watch a whole video of you just chatting one on one with the boys. massive respect
for someone whos anxiety has been through the roof, this little chat was so needed, great video chris !
Loved the chat at the start, the most down to earth thing I've seen on RUclips for a while, felt like the type of deep chats I'd have with my roommates while walking places, love seeing that side of RUclipsrs, respect for sharing
Loved the chat between you both. Felt great to see such a big channel openly talk about it. Someone like me has considered advise and help in the past but always doubted. This gives me confidence to go through with it. So big thank you Chris and Theo. 😊
Absolutely love, love , love this !! As a mental health first aider at work seeing this has made me so happy, spreading the word about it’s ok to not be ok, and that just having that one on one chat can make such a huge difference. Overcoming the first hurdle of mental health is the hardest, but having a great support network changes everything. Much love my guy love the openness ❤
What a brilliant video. Awesome that you're using your platform to talk about mental health. And even better that you've dedicated so much of the video to it, not just a small segment at the start/ end!
I have severe OCD, horrible thoughts and i have had times where i didnt wanna be here, I still struggle with it but i just wanna say thank you for opening up, made me tear up cause i know im not alone, im happy that you have someone you really trust and talk to Chris
Big respect for this guys. Genuine masculinity is being able to open up like this. Love it, possibly the most important thing you've ever done Chris. Mad props for leaning into this essential message so hard.
That talk at the beginning was genuinely such an amazing interaction, that even kind of helped me put some things into perspective. 👏
Chris is underrated
Undersized*
@@thefutureofsoccer5226 that one there was a violation
@@thefutureofsoccer5226 sorry i meant to put that 😂😂
Hearing Chris talk about overthing and all he's gon through start to make me relise I'm not alone and that I'm not the only one going through things and talking really helps
The Chris and Theo chat was brilliant. Inspiring and eye opening. Well played lads 👌
So important for men to talk to each other like this, I lost my cousin in 2020 due to suicide. He seemed very happy on the outside but he was really struggling. It's sad that they feel as if they can't discuss their feelings.
I hope Chris realises how many people needed that chat with Theo and does it more often.
This is one of my favourite videos on the platform, mostly because of the chat at the beginning. I hugely appreciate that.
Love all these boys but that Theo & Chris chat warmed my heart. Love you boys
Chris mate this is one of the best videos I’ve seen all year, you’re a hero for actually coming out here and starting a conversation about this keep it up man!
What a wholesome video Chris and Theo are heroes glad to see they are just like us
That's exactly what I thought, we forget sometimes they are normal human beings just like us
Love that you talked about such an important issue so openly and I think it's extremely important to talk to your friends honestly from time to time.
I really liked Paddy Pimblets speech about mental health awareness basically saying "I'd rather have a mate cry on my shoulder, than go to his funeral" and I think that's something especially us guys have to realize and get better at.
When you see two friends like this talking without the world of RUclips staring at them, it makes you realise that a connection between pals can be more than what it seems and that anyone who cares will stop and talk about their feelings. Well done to Chris and Theo for doing this and showing to the world it can be as easy as they portrayed
I love this more of this.
Just two guys taking a walk talking.
So authentic and real. Love it.
Well done Chris! A really important topic that’s not spoken about enough. I’m sure this video will encourage others to open up and talk
I met Chris a couple of months ago at an Airport in Zante (Zakynthos) randomly, although he seemed a bit exhausted he was more than happy to get a photo with me and have a quick chat, i've been watching him since ronaldinho's recruitment (iykyk) and even before that so just meeting him confirmed what I already believed to be true in which he is the most humble and down-to-earth youtuber out there and I will always be grateful to meet him that day. Just wanted to say that intro was powerful stuff and if you are reading this, we've all been through tough times but to see that the people we look up to go through similar struggles shows that everyone has a weakness so you are not alone
Myself personally never really considers all our favourite RUclips lads actually having to deal with day to day struggles. Really great to see that everyone’s in the same boat and that everyone has each others backs
I loved the chat at the beginning..
It's so wholesome having someone to talk to
Theo is just such a nice human being
Really appreciate the chat at the start it was very genuine and then the banter right at the end again
Amazing stuff Chris and Theo! Such an important message for everyone. Great content as always ❤
Wish these videos were like 30 mins long Chris the content has been so great love it mate
Fun fact: Chris has uploaded more in the past 2 weeks, than in the 11 months beforehand
Wow. You have no idea the impact this vid has had on me, especially that chat with Theo in the beginning. This will help so many. Class vid Chris. Absolute class.
Wow I also have been diagnosed with OCD and it sucks how media portrays it to be a perfectionist thing or like a choice. No it’s miserable and ruminating and having intrusive thought and over thinking every little thing is like living in hell. It’s awesome to hear you speak about it Chris. It’s not easy but glad u did it
any tips how to cope/deal with it?
@@czparta5936 I’m not gonna say it’s easy. I’ve had it for many years but got officially diagnosed 5 years ago when it was at its worst. Getting diagnosed was a big help to me because it allowed me to seperate the OCD as myself. I also have learned to somewhat ignore the thoughts by reminding myself that OCD lives off of attention, it wants to torture me so it could live on, and it manipulates my thinking so that I perceive myself to be a bad person that is not worthy of help. Just seperate urself from the OCD. If things didn’t worry u before ocd and suddenly ur worried then it’s just ocd trying to get ur attention. Distract urself when this happens so that the thoughts get silenced for a bit. Once you have done it so many times u then have evidence that it is possible and it’ll make it easier in the future. I also take medication, sertraline was a big help to me, it made the thoughts occur less and when they did occur I wouldn’t get strong negative feelings, thus making it easier to get them out of my head. The only negative thing about sertraline is that it made me gain weight, that’s one of its side effects, so rn I am on cymbaltal to see how the works. I also saw a therapist for a while to help me learn CBT and ERP procedures and that also helped.
So to summarize, get diagnosed, try medication, receive therapy, and learn to identify the OCD thoughts and let them go. Obviously all of these are easier said than done, but just know things will get better. I have been in the lowest of places where I didn’t know what the purpose of living through this suffering is, but I just thought of my family and people I loved and was able to push through and things did get better. Good luck, and feel free to communicate with me more if u need.
@@dracodaym715 Thank you, also psychological kinesiology helped me and meditation. I also hate the way people who dont have see it as. Hope we all get better!
Chris honestly that chat was unreal. As i was watching i was overthinking about going to the shops and the post office to send off a parcel. And that chat made me get up and go do both of those things. now im back home watching the rest of the video and feel a massive weight of my chest. thanks Chris
Best football RUclipsr. Just a bit of constructive criticism here, I would love for you to upload just a little more even if the videos aren’t to your standards. The banter with your mates is the best part of the video and I would love to see you all meet up every once and a while and just play fun games like in this video. I love the content and admire how you have grown as a person , and hope you keep doing as well as your are right now , if not better
Honestly, Chris, I relate SO strongly to the overthinking, and how it comes from a form of minor OCD. It's a constant bombardment of beating yourself about beating yourself up, trivial, but hurtful thoughts that are so quick that you can't stop them, and just finding ways to be unhappy, when really everything around you is going well. It makes such a difference to know that you feel the same. Thank you so much for putting this out there.
EDIT - to add just a few more thoughts - You articulated yourself so well about the topic, it summed up the absolute exact feelings and thoughts I was having. Particularly relating to having no religion, so always framing everything to what it means for my entire life (ie. I should be making the most of every second of it, and not doing so is a bad thing). Also the thought spirals, and being able to recognise that you are in a tail spin, and pulling yourself out of that negativity, and how the best way is just to recognise the type of thoughts, and know that they don't need to be held over you. Again, it makes such a difference to me that someone I am such a fan of is able to sum up the exact motions of my life and mental health. I would be really interested in the techniques you use, and how you manage it all. Thanks so much again.
That chat at the start was something else. Can relate so much, thank you Chris for shinning some light on to this.
loved all the talk about the mental side of things chris, straight up an awesome video that deserved to be on the main channel
Fantastic video Chris 👏🏻 thank you to Movember for making it happen because it’s rare we see anybody on RUclips open up like this unless it’s in a podcast.
Best video you've dropped for a while imo. Can't beat original organic football with the boys. Message of the video was clear and important aswell.
I would say this is one of your best videos, Chris, especially the play in the first game was incredible. The volleys were wonderful but the main component was a wonderful message and I’m very thankful for that. Great job.
the intro is absolutely amazing it’s not jokes it’s genuine to help people let them know they’re not alone. please if you’re going through something talk to someone whether it’s a close friend that you can have deep talk with or a professional practitioner. you’re not alone and it’s not good to hold it in talking to yourself in your head isn’t letting it out you got to get stuff off your chest it holds you down if not
I've struggled with anxiety for years now and it's becoming easier and easier since being in therapy and becoming more open about how I feel. Before I had seen this video I decided to go see some friends I haven't seen in a while and we went to the pub to watch football, we caught up and I can honestly say I feel so much better for it. W all need to talk more and recognise the issues we can work on. Love the video mate
Chris mate, I understand how you feel because I also struggle with overthinking. I have phases where I am fine but then I also have phases where I go round and round in my head about the same sort of things that I know is not true but my mind and thoughts can't help but think it is. It's very mentally draining I find and it's something that I have had for maybe 2 years now. It's nothing serious but it is something that I struggle with sometimes and I did see a counsellor for a couple of months for it so I was really pleased to hear that you had it too and you were able to sort it because that shows that no-one is fine all the time and it's important to admit when things are not ok because I don't always say but I realise that it is important that other people and I do. For anyone else struggling with overthinking or issues with mental health, you are not alone and you can get through it if you surround yourself with the right people who are there to support you and it's ok to speak up and admit what's going on because that's a step in the right direction. I know this is long but I just want everyone to know that it's important and you are not alone. ❤
Me and my best mate since we was kids always try and meet up one on one for a pint to have a proper catch up, we don’t hold back on anything and it’s so nice to get it all off your chest instead of bottling up. Really appreciate the message of the Video Chris and the chat with Theo was honestly so refreshing to see in amongst all the fun with the boys. Got to always have that balance in life
Loved that chat at the beginning. I’ve been really struggling with OCD at the moment. And it’s great to hear someone else talk about it. And know it can get better if you get help
Best start to a video I’ve seen in a long time, it’s great seeing these conversations from people with large followings because it shows them that you’re human.
Sometimes people idolise what they’re shown, rather than the whole picture.
Arguably the best video you've ever made mate. Really great energy and very real conversations, cheers for being honest and encouraging this sort of talk between mates.