Ha..." Bye girl. Where did you put your pins?!?" That literally made me laugh out loud at my desk here at work. I love watching your Disney vlogs with Adam. You guys are great. :)
I’m at the airport with heads phones on while listening to this vlog and I laughed loudly after that line. Everyone was looking at me and I just couldn’t help myself! I’m still smiling while writing this post.
Gary, you are a treasure. I appreciate your openness about anxiety. There are a lot of us that stress and worry and wonder how we’d do. I need a Disney cruise in my life!
In my 49 years I have never been around any person who would dislike someone for who they are. You are wonderful and my family wishes to sit with you Gary and Adam because you are so kind and so fun. What a very informative video espically for me I would love a Disney cruise but my worry are storms and large waves!! For now I stick with Disneyworld on foot.
Gary Im so out of date with your vlogs! It is so lovely to hear you talking about this. I can really relate because I go to nice places/nice holidays, but because of my anxiety disorder, I worry so much in the lead up to it! Like you, I usually have a lovely time, but that never stops me from worrying beforehand, anxiety isn't logical is it! Thank you so much for your honesty and I am so glad you had a lovely time!
Your trips with Adam are legit my favourite trips to watch, out of any of Adam's or anyone else's Disney trip vlogs. And your experiences and information are always so helpful and peaceful for me to watch. May you always be able to and feel able to go and enjoy them and share the experience. Thank you.
Its so refreshing to have someone talking about anxiety in real world sitautions. No one talks about having anxiety, but no one talks about how when someone with anxiety talks about anxiety how much it eases your anxieties. Obviously everyone is different. For my im a social butterfly and i love people, but my anxiety comes more with not having a plan. I plan holidays out to to the point where i have a back up plan for that back up plan and so on and so forth. Having Adam's books has always helped, and while ive never been on a Disney Cruise, ive found it to still be helpful with some of the other cruises ive taken. So thanks Gary for being so open about anxiety, because not a lot of people are.
"The chances of it happening are slim. A lot slimmer than me. Oh the sadness, but the cakes!" DYING 😂 I'm so glad you did this video. I also have very bad anxiety and I have purposely not gone on certain trips or experiences because of all the what ifs. But you are totally right, just go and do it and enjoy it!
"Bye girl. Where did you put your pins?" Oh my God, I was in tears laughing!! That was so funny!! You're a great guy, Gary, I really do enjoy your channel!!
Thank you for the video Gary. I am glad you had fun on the cruise with Adam. I am getting ready to go on one with my daughter who also struggles with anxiety (it's our first one). I am going to send her a link to your video so that she can have some peace of mind. Have a great day too!
I found Adam’s videos during your first trip back to Disney World “post” pandemic. I immediately felt love for you both. You are beautiful souls. Thank you for existing and bringing us along with you. ❤ Your anxiety is a piece of you that makes you more lovable, not less. Your approach to your anxiety makes you a hero. Your trust in Adam and your friendship is beautiful. Again, thank you.
It’s really nice that you are being so frank with us. Never hesitate to share what’s on your mind, if it helps getting things off your chest then by all means spill it. Just be you, whatever that means to you. Big hug and take care ❤️
Another anecdote/lovely experience for table arrangements on DCL--if you do get paired up with another party, Disney does a really great job of trying to put you with people that are similar to you! My mom, sister, and I went on a cruise about two years ago and were a little worried about it, too, but we ended up at a table of six with another party consisting of a man and his two daughters. The girls were about the same age as my sister and I, so it all worked out beautifully!
Such a great video. Love how you listed your concerns and anxiety then gave all the positives about the cruise. Loved it!!! Thank you Gary. Take care 🎄♥️🎄♥️
I am thrilled that you enjoyed it. I, too, have extreme anxiety and love all things Disney. I travel to WDW, but try to go when not so crowded and get overwhelmed. I have found that cruising is the ideal vacation for me. Like you said, even though it can be crowded, there are so many places that allow you to not feel overwhelmed. I hope you get to enjoy another cruise in the future and perhaps a longer one. I highly recommend trying one of the smaller ships. The restaurant theming and interaction is the best!
I admire that you could acknowledge the anxiety and decided "I'm going to do it anyway!" I'm so very glad you had a fab time ~ I'm looking forward to the relaxation of DCL sometime soon myself ❤
What a great idea for this video! For myself as well just being nervous to be on a ship and never having been on a cruise. What saddens me is you ever being uncomfortable about being yourself. You and Adam are amazing humans who make so many of us so happy! What I love most about Disney is people of all different backrounds, colors, shapes and sizes coming together full of joy in this amazing bubble. Thank you!
Love you and Adam, I have two adult men (my boys to me lol) on the spectrum and I’m disabled so at the moment we are trying to decide if a cruise or visiting the parks is best. Cruising will not start until mid 2023 so there’s time to decide so for all your tips that most of them I’d wondered and worried about “ how the boys would cope” Thank you so much
I love your attitude and how you were so brave to try the cruise. I know you’re so happy you did. You and Adam need to do another because love watching you guys💕
THANK YOU FOR THIS!!! I have anxiety and suffer panic attacks and am going on a Disney cruise in Sept. This video helped me so much with all of my over thinking!
You are very brave and I’m so proud of you! I was hoping you would have a good time on the cruise! I am so happy that your anxiety didn’t interfere with you having a good time. Thank you for opening yourself up and sharing this video with everyone. I enjoy watching you and Adam and I look forward to your next video. Take care and God bless!
This is a great video Gary, thank you. I suffer from Anxiety myself and the night before going to Disney World for the first time I didn’t sleep from worrying, even though Disney is my happy place and I had the best time of my life.. so much we’re going back again this year! This made me realise I’m not alone in how I feel so thank you! x
Finally had some time to sit and watch this and I’m so glad I did! I plan, plan, and then plan some more when I go on holiday (hardcore research 18 months out or more) and this has so helped with some of the things it’s hard to find info on! Thank you so much! Glad you had an ace time.
So glad you had such a great time. This vlog will help so many people realize that it’s ok to worry but also to relax and enjoy every minute. You are showing people not to let your fears or anxiety get in the way of living your best life. ❤️
Honestly I was worried about you the minute you announced the cruise. I have many of the same anxieties about cruising you had. This is why I have never been on a cruise. Also, I can get motion sickness from a car on a winding road. You have helped me by verbalizing your anxieties, but I'm not sure I could ever be as brave as you. Thank you for doing this video and reaching out to help others. You are a light I am thankful for.
Thank you for sharing! When you said “I was very very anxious....for what? I had a great time” - I could totally relate. You summed it up so nicely and I now try to repeat this to myself “you’re feeling anxious? For what.. you’re going to have a great time” 💛
This is perfect, Gary! I have been on 3 Disney cruises before and I didn't have any issues, but my anxiety wasn't bad at all. This time I'm cruising with social anxiety for the first time. We are leaving in 2 weeks and my anxiety is through the roof. Knowing that you had a good time also makes it easier. Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks for this Gary ...I have bipolar disorder and my manic episodes are frighteningly high and tough to live with and the depressive episodes dark and distressing. I’m often riddled with anxiety and it helps to hear others stories....thank you 😊❤️❤️
Gary C I work as a mental health practitioner...I use my lived experience everyday. It’s so important that people such as yourself share your experiences, normalize mental illness and break down the stigma surrounding it. Anxiety disorders can be incredibly debilitating and anyone who can be open and honest about their experiences to help others accept that they are not alone and have (what I call) allies 😉 are doing amazing work for our “tribe” 😊 Thanks Gary ♥️ oh and btw I’m a huge Disney fan and that must be how I found your blogs!! Visiting Magic kingdom and theme parks in general is top of my list lol 😉
People who suffer with anxiety are the bravest people there are. Overcoming hurdles everyday. Loved watching Adam and you on the cruise. I am much better now. I did go through a phase in my life of getting panic attacks going outside. I'm much better now but i still like to sit on the edge of a row at a show so I can get out easily if I have to! So glad you enjoyed the Disney cruise. I would love to do one in the future ❤️
It is always inspirational to see people who are facing anxieties work through their fears and not let it stop them from experiencing life. Anxiety is so incredibly hard to overcome. Well done. I’m thrilled you had a good time.
Thank you so much for this. I get pretty anxious around crowds. My job necessitates that I interact with a lot of people. I'm going on my first Disney cruise next year and I didn't want to feel trapped by people on my vacation.
I have had this problem Gary for a while, getting nervous and fearfull around groups of people and becoming panicky eating with strangers never really knowing what it was or to put a name on it, but now i realise its anxiety , love watching thankyou, really pleased you enjoyed the cruise and your fears never got the better of you x
New subscriber here. I found you because of Adam’s channel. I absolutely adore you and your transparency about this! I’ve been on multiple Disney Cruises and have anxiety. I have to work hard to convince myself every time that there is nothing to be anxious about. I overthink everything! Thank you so much!
Gary C thank you for making this. I am terrified to go on a cruise for like every reason you mentioned but seeing you make it through and talking about your experiences really made me feel less scared of it. You even covered more details no one has talked about at least that I have seen with the life boats and safety stuff so thank you it really helped me to think that maybe one day I can go on a Disney cruise and I will be ok. I also laughed so hard when you said “bye girl! Where your pins at?” 🤣 I am so happy you had a wonderful time on the cruise! You really deserved that nice relaxing time! I am really enjoying the cruise vlogs and can’t wait for Sunday to see the next one!
As someone who suffers from anxiety I am so happy and chuffed for you!! I can so relate, I just got back from a 4 day trip to Disneyland Paris with my friend and a couple of days before I had a meltdown and was moments away from cancelling after hiding in my bedroom all day. BUT I had been looking forward to it for so long, so decided to take deep breaths the whole way there and guess what? I had a bloody brilliant time. Don't get me wrong a few times my anxiety raised its head but I just rode the wave and enjoyed my stay regardless. Go you! :)
Yes girl lol! We laughed hard at the Titanic "where's your pins?!" Proud of you! We're so happy you had a fantastic time! All things agreed. I was worried about much of the same things before our cruise. Welcome to being a cruiser! We cannot wait until our next one in November, a Merrytime cruise. I hope you'll get another great experience like this soon.
Gary thank you for making this video...so many people suffer from anxiety and panic attacks and you sharing your thoughts... feelings...and experiences helps so many people😊
Thank you so much. Will be taking my teens on their first cruise later this spring. One with ADHD/OCD/Anxiety the other needs to know ‘the plan’ and no surprises. We’ve done WDW several times, but a cruise is a different animal. I went on the 3 day last January 2019. We will be going on the same itinerary you and Adam did. Again, thank you, and we love your other videos and with Adam. You make the world a better place!
Great video Gary!!! I have only been on 1 cruise in and it was with Disney, food was fab!!! Service was AMAZING!!! and when it comes to the people, the Disney community is AWESOME, people are so kind!!!!💙🚢🌊
Hey Blue Eyes! Very informative vlog. And, by the way, I am loving Adam's cruise vlog because you bring so much to his trips. I so enjoy the friendship between you two and seeing your wide (blue) eyed wonder when you see the ship. I have never been on a cruise, and when I tell people I want to go on a Disney cruise, they say, "Oh, it's soooo expensive!" It looks worth every penny.
I’m planning on booking our first Disney Cruise and this video was just what I needed, thank you for making it! My worst nightmare is being squished between other people at dinner!
So glad you enjoyed your first cruise. Disney cruise line makes everything so simple from boarding to leaving the ship. I starting cruising back in 2011. My first cruise by myself. Going on the Disney Dream in April. This will be cruise #9 and #4 on disney cruise line.
Thank you for the video. I'm hoping to book as soon as we get our last trip paid off. Loved how you covered all the things I've thought of. You are a kindred spirit.
First off, I am sooo so damn happy you had a great time on the cruise. I was worried you wouldn’t be able to fully enjoy it (seasickness, anxiety (just how my brain thinks)). I love how you are tailoring your channel toward living with anxiety and how you accommodate to your needs. I love this so much and I am so damn proud of you and who you have become (I have been watching for years!!). Hope you are well! -Amy
I had many of these same concerns before our first cruise, but now I'm a full-on cruiseaholic. It's one of our favorite ways to vacation. Thanks for sharing!
This is all wonderful advice! As a Travel Agent I do get asked some of these questions about cruising, the unknown can be very scary for people. I am so glad you enjoyed your first Disney Cruise, it really is one of the best ways to travel!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I needed to hear all of that. You are such a wonderful person to explain how your anxiety was under control and how you kept it there. Thank you Gary C! I would cruise with you and Adam any day! :-)
Thank you so much for this video! I’m afraid of the sea, too. I want to go on a cruise so badly, but, like you, am afraid of what’s down there. My husband also has severe anxiety. So this helped us both! We’re going to book a cruise for our 20th anniversary and face our fears. Thank you, Gary!
I'm going on my first cruise ever and I have so much anxiety about it. Thank you for this! I have been loving the Cruise vlog with you and Adam as well. Always like you guys together on trips though.
Gary C - I’ve just started watching the vlogs with you and Adam a week ago. I started with the first vlog at the airport before your cruise. You are so funny. My husband and I both enjoy watching. It makes me happy that you were able to enjoy yourself. Hopefully, you’ll venture out to a 7-night cruise soon. ❤️
Gary C: I've been on 2 cruises - and I did find them stressful. I've decided that cruises are not for me. But I do appreciate your video - and of course I appreciate you for making it. You are the sweetest and most gentle person - love ya and bless ya and of course SORTIE!!😍
Gary I think your awesome!! I love your enthusiasm. Thank you for your honesty, I have anxiety and you have made me want to enjoy it more this June. Love you and Adam. PS ginger is the best, i take pills every day for my vertigo, nothing works better for sea sickness!!
@@garyc nope not imaginary, its real, my husband and son take it also when we cruise, like a week or so before we cruise, they had no problems last May going to Cuba. Keep on Smiling!
Thanks for sharing Gary, very helpful to all us over thinkers & worriers. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the cruise & look forward to seeing you with Adam in the vlogs. Take care my lovely & be proud ❤ xx
Oh hunni I hear ya!! I suffer with anxiety and have M.E/CFS (so I make myself more I'll worrying)..and always turns out fine and I wish I could just stop thinking too much but no matter what I do still do.. Love watching you and Adam on your disney adventures...haven't been myself and would love to take my 2 boys, one day we will get there! x
I've only recently discovered Adam's videos and now, yours. I've loved watching your cruise adventures and getting to know both of you. My son struggles with anxiety so I know how tough some things can be. I'm really proud of you for leaning in and going on this adventure in spite of your fears.
You’re amazingly brave!! I’ve been struggling with anxiety since I was 13 and you’re one of my biggest role models. Keep doing what you’re doing xx you’re the rainbow after a storm x
Thank you for sharing your experience on the cruise. I was truly wondering about your point of view of the trip (and worried for you, to be honest). I'm glad it worked out for you. My husband and I went with some friends on our first Disney Cruise last year. I don't regret going, we had a great time, but for us it's not a trip we'd do again. Instead of being peaceful, it caused me stress/anxiety. There was too much to do on the ship, so it felt like I was rushing from activity to activity, or always looking at the time to find out when the next thing started. It was a series of deadlines. Due to the price of the cruise, you want to make sure you get your money's worth, so taking a nap felt like wasting money, even though we were tired. We took two naps on two of the sea days (due to being so exhausted from the week at WDW prior) and I still regret it because I didn't get a chance to do the Aquaduck tube. We saw someone almost get left behind at a port. The seas were rough every day, only calming the night before we got back (that's just nature, nothing can help that). To top it off, I caught bronchitis on the day before the last day, from which it took two MONTHS to recover. Again, this was just the luck of the draw on our trip. We DID have fun and we laugh and still talk about the trip, we just won't do it again. Give me a train trip any day of the week over a cruise!
Interesting. There were a lot of people not taking part & just enjoying a rest. It’s definitely what you make of it. We didn’t do a lot of the games, but what we did do we enjoyed :)
@@garyc I'll give DCL this, there is something for EVERYONE. Want to rest? You can do it. Want to eat your weight in banana soft serve? I'm in. Want to do some late night parties? They've got you covered. I'm glad you went out of your comfort zone and onto the high seas and thank you for sharing it with us.
So pleased you enjoyed the cruise. You must do some more cruises. We've only done Transatlantic crossings which are 7 days sailing but we weren't bored at all. The QM2 was amazing. There was so much going on. I love your attitude and humour. Carry on enjoying life and making memories. ⚓️🚢🛳⛴
Hi Gary ... I also have my problems with the cruise theme. besides the "T", being claustrophobic (but not on the plane, weird, right?), I hate the movement of the ship (and when it moves is too scary) ... but I've done 2 in my life, one from Buenos Aires to Brazil and another for the Nile ... People says that it is not brave who is not afraid, but the one who is afraid and still does it, isn't it? 😘😘😘
Hi Gary, Just finished watching Adam’s series. So nice to see you both together enjoying your holiday. Thanks for sharing, if you were anxious at any moment I never noticed. The only moment that made me worry about both of you was when you left your backpack on the transport. Yikes! So happy you had a balcony to enjoy the sea.(and the sun) Thanks for sharing your concerns and how you prepared for each occurrence.
I stumbled upon your videos recently and just adore you and Adam...your videos are great! This video is just wonderful! I’m so glad you were able to enjoy your cruise😊❤️
Hi Gary, glad you had an amazing time! Thank you for another great vlog, watching you really helps me with my depression and anxiety. You make people believe they can do things x
I don’t normally have anxiety but have had these thoughts & questions about our upcoming cruise in July. Thank you for answering them with such honesty & well done on just “going for it”.
V -Gary, thank you so much for doing this video, we are going on our first ever Disney Cruise in May next year for our 20th anniversary and you have covered everything we have been worrying about, it's like you read our minds! I feel so much better now that I have watched this 😊Thank you so much!
This is a great vlog! I love how your so naturally funny without even trying! Some great tips and I can completely see how it overwhelms people but these tips are great. Looking forward to rest of the series & the next trip 😍 x
Thank you for posting this Gary! Most of your concerns are the same as a lot of mine. I too have anxiety and am super apprehensive of doing a cruise and being overwhelmed by everything (and yes even fear of the sea).
My first cruise was on the Wonder in 2014! We were 2 girls (bffs) and we were sat with a mother/daughter, 2 friends who were Disney cm’s and a cute gay couple from France. We’re still friends with those boys are are going to see them again this summer (FINALLY!) when our cruise stops in France! I have friends on fb from each cruise. Disney is so good at picking seat mates I’ve found! ❤️❤️❤️
Good morning Gary, we met Adam and yourself in Animal Kingdom, last October, and I have to say I did not know you suffered from anxiety, please believe me the way you talked to us, and interacted I would not have had a clue, my daughter suffers from anxiety and we have had several attacks at WDW. Gary, it was a pleasure to meet Adam and yourself and maybe one day in the future will will bump into you both again. Keep well and stay happy. Steve, Lindsay and Lottie
Thank you for sharing Gary!! We are looking at doing a Disney Cruise at some point, and you have just answered a load of questions that my own anxiety would have kicked up! Thank you! 🤗 🤗
Yay... I’m just loving the series ! I was terrified of being left behind and even told the driver to leave my husband behind because he was roaming while the rest of us were ready to go 😂😂😂 I was NOT playing around ! You fulfilled many anxiety moments and showed everyone how to overcome this . Job well done !!!
You are so brave! I just love you Gary! You are the best! My anxiety will never let me go on a cruise. Went once that was terrifying for me😮 I'm so glad you had a great time! ❤
Ha..." Bye girl. Where did you put your pins?!?" That literally made me laugh out loud at my desk here at work. I love watching your Disney vlogs with Adam. You guys are great. :)
My sacred pins will never leave me!
I so agree!!!! LOVE THEM and their escapades!!
@@garyc Never leave you alive... Mwahahaah!
I’m at the airport with heads phones on while listening to this vlog and I laughed loudly after that line. Everyone was looking at me and I just couldn’t help myself! I’m still smiling while writing this post.
Kristine Cieri I continually watch just for that part alone. Omg HILAROUS.
"Bye girl. Where did you put your pins" baha I can't believe how loud I laughed at that!
Gary, you are a treasure. I appreciate your openness about anxiety. There are a lot of us that stress and worry and wonder how we’d do. I need a Disney cruise in my life!
I love that you are posting about anxiety. As someone that regularly deals with anxiety attacks, I appreciate the guide for cruise ships!
In my 49 years I have never been around any person who would dislike someone for who they are. You are wonderful and my family wishes to sit with you Gary and Adam because you are so kind and so fun. What a very informative video espically for me I would love a Disney cruise but my worry are storms and large waves!! For now I stick with Disneyworld on foot.
Gary Im so out of date with your vlogs! It is so lovely to hear you talking about this. I can really relate because I go to nice places/nice holidays, but because of my anxiety disorder, I worry so much in the lead up to it! Like you, I usually have a lovely time, but that never stops me from worrying beforehand, anxiety isn't logical is it! Thank you so much for your honesty and I am so glad you had a lovely time!
Your trips with Adam are legit my favourite trips to watch, out of any of Adam's or anyone else's Disney trip vlogs. And your experiences and information are always so helpful and peaceful for me to watch. May you always be able to and feel able to go and enjoy them and share the experience. Thank you.
Being so open about your anxiety is helping so many people. Your a treasure, Gary C. Cheers Gaz 🇦🇺
Its so refreshing to have someone talking about anxiety in real world sitautions. No one talks about having anxiety, but no one talks about how when someone with anxiety talks about anxiety how much it eases your anxieties. Obviously everyone is different. For my im a social butterfly and i love people, but my anxiety comes more with not having a plan. I plan holidays out to to the point where i have a back up plan for that back up plan and so on and so forth. Having Adam's books has always helped, and while ive never been on a Disney Cruise, ive found it to still be helpful with some of the other cruises ive taken. So thanks Gary for being so open about anxiety, because not a lot of people are.
"The chances of it happening are slim. A lot slimmer than me. Oh the sadness, but the cakes!" DYING 😂 I'm so glad you did this video. I also have very bad anxiety and I have purposely not gone on certain trips or experiences because of all the what ifs. But you are totally right, just go and do it and enjoy it!
"Bye girl. Where did you put your pins?" Oh my God, I was in tears laughing!! That was so funny!! You're a great guy, Gary, I really do enjoy your channel!!
Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you for the video Gary. I am glad you had fun on the cruise with Adam. I am getting ready to go on one with my daughter who also struggles with anxiety (it's our first one). I am going to send her a link to your video so that she can have some peace of mind. Have a great day too!
Great! I hope it helps :)
I found Adam’s videos during your first trip back to Disney World “post” pandemic. I immediately felt love for you both. You are beautiful souls. Thank you for existing and bringing us along with you. ❤ Your anxiety is a piece of you that makes you more lovable, not less. Your approach to your anxiety makes you a hero. Your trust in Adam and your friendship is beautiful. Again, thank you.
It’s really nice that you are being so frank with us. Never hesitate to share what’s on your mind, if it helps getting things off your chest then by all means spill it. Just be you, whatever that means to you. Big hug and take care ❤️
Another anecdote/lovely experience for table arrangements on DCL--if you do get paired up with another party, Disney does a really great job of trying to put you with people that are similar to you! My mom, sister, and I went on a cruise about two years ago and were a little worried about it, too, but we ended up at a table of six with another party consisting of a man and his two daughters. The girls were about the same age as my sister and I, so it all worked out beautifully!
Lovely story! X
I feel like a proud momma bear...I’m so happy you loved it!
Such a great video. Love how you listed your concerns and anxiety then gave all the positives about the cruise. Loved it!!! Thank you Gary. Take care 🎄♥️🎄♥️
Glad you had a good time, living your best life! I always over think my trips too!
I am thrilled that you enjoyed it. I, too, have extreme anxiety and love all things Disney. I travel to WDW, but try to go when not so crowded and get overwhelmed. I have found that cruising is the ideal vacation for me. Like you said, even though it can be crowded, there are so many places that allow you to not feel overwhelmed. I hope you get to enjoy another cruise in the future and perhaps a longer one. I highly recommend trying one of the smaller ships. The restaurant theming and interaction is the best!
I can’t wait to one day try the smaller ships :)
I admire that you could acknowledge the anxiety and decided "I'm going to do it anyway!" I'm so very glad you had a fab time ~ I'm looking forward to the relaxation of DCL sometime soon myself ❤
What a great idea for this video! For myself as well just being nervous to be on a ship and never having been on a cruise. What saddens me is you ever being uncomfortable about being yourself. You and Adam are amazing humans who make so many of us so happy! What I love most about Disney is people of all different backrounds, colors, shapes and sizes coming together full of joy in this amazing bubble. Thank you!
Love you and Adam, I have two adult men (my boys to me lol) on the spectrum and I’m disabled so at the moment we are trying to decide if a cruise or visiting the parks is best. Cruising will not start until mid 2023 so there’s time to decide so for all your tips that most of them I’d wondered and worried about “ how the boys would cope” Thank you so much
I love your attitude and how you were so brave to try the cruise. I know you’re so happy you did. You and Adam need to do another because love watching you guys💕
THANK YOU FOR THIS!!! I have anxiety and suffer panic attacks and am going on a Disney cruise in Sept. This video helped me so much with all of my over thinking!
You are very brave and I’m so proud of you! I was hoping you would have a good time on the cruise! I am so happy that your anxiety didn’t interfere with you having a good time. Thank you for opening yourself up and sharing this video with everyone. I enjoy watching you and Adam and I look forward to your next video. Take care and God bless!
This is a great video Gary, thank you. I suffer from Anxiety myself and the night before going to Disney World for the first time I didn’t sleep from worrying, even though Disney is my happy place and I had the best time of my life.. so much we’re going back again this year! This made me realise I’m not alone in how I feel so thank you! x
Finally had some time to sit and watch this and I’m so glad I did! I plan, plan, and then plan some more when I go on holiday (hardcore research 18 months out or more) and this has so helped with some of the things it’s hard to find info on! Thank you so much! Glad you had an ace time.
Love you Gary. So enjoy listening to you and watching your's and Adams vlogs. You are both so funny.
So glad you had such a great time. This vlog will help so many people realize that it’s ok to worry but also to relax and enjoy every minute. You are showing people not to let your fears or anxiety get in the way of living your best life. ❤️
Honestly I was worried about you the minute you announced the cruise. I have many of the same anxieties about cruising you had. This is why I have never been on a cruise. Also, I can get motion sickness from a car on a winding road. You have helped me by verbalizing your anxieties, but I'm not sure I could ever be as brave as you. Thank you for doing this video and reaching out to help others. You are a light I am thankful for.
Thanks Pattie. I get car sick too. The bands really seemed to help :)
@Pattie B I had the same anxieties but had to do a cruise because my mother in law bought it for the family. I had a great time!! You can do it!
Oh Gary, I do love you! Keep doing what you’re doing.
Thank you for sharing! When you said “I was very very anxious....for what? I had a great time” - I could totally relate. You summed it up so nicely and I now try to repeat this to myself “you’re feeling anxious? For what.. you’re going to have a great time” 💛
I hope that bounces across the internet for lots of people 🙏🏻
I suffer from anxiety ocd etc and this vid helps so much thanks Gary xx
This is perfect, Gary! I have been on 3 Disney cruises before and I didn't have any issues, but my anxiety wasn't bad at all. This time I'm cruising with social anxiety for the first time. We are leaving in 2 weeks and my anxiety is through the roof. Knowing that you had a good time also makes it easier. Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks for this Gary ...I have bipolar disorder and my manic episodes are frighteningly high and tough to live with and the depressive episodes dark and distressing. I’m often riddled with anxiety and it helps to hear others stories....thank you 😊❤️❤️
Thanks for watching Marc. I’m glad I could help in some way :)
Gary C I work as a mental health practitioner...I use my lived experience everyday. It’s so important that people such as yourself share your experiences, normalize mental illness and break down the stigma surrounding it. Anxiety disorders can be incredibly debilitating and anyone who can be open and honest about their experiences to help others accept that they are not alone and have (what I call) allies 😉 are doing amazing work for our “tribe” 😊 Thanks Gary ♥️ oh and btw I’m a huge Disney fan and that must be how I found your blogs!! Visiting Magic kingdom and theme parks in general is top of my list lol 😉
People who suffer with anxiety are the bravest people there are. Overcoming hurdles everyday. Loved watching Adam and you on the cruise. I am much better now. I did go through a phase in my life of getting panic attacks going outside. I'm much better now but i still like to sit on the edge of a row at a show so I can get out easily if I have to! So glad you enjoyed the Disney cruise. I would love to do one in the future ❤️
It is always inspirational to see people who are facing anxieties work through their fears and not let it stop them from experiencing life. Anxiety is so incredibly hard to overcome. Well done. I’m thrilled you had a good time.
Thank you so much for this. I get pretty anxious around crowds. My job necessitates that I interact with a lot of people. I'm going on my first Disney cruise next year and I didn't want to feel trapped by people on my vacation.
I have had this problem Gary for a while, getting nervous and fearfull around groups of people and becoming panicky eating with strangers never really knowing what it was or to put a name on it, but now i realise its anxiety , love watching thankyou, really pleased you enjoyed the cruise and your fears never got the better of you x
New subscriber here. I found you because of Adam’s channel. I absolutely adore you and your transparency about this! I’ve been on multiple Disney Cruises and have anxiety. I have to work hard to convince myself every time that there is nothing to be anxious about. I overthink everything! Thank you so much!
I could just hug you. So glad that your video was in my recommended. Subscribed!! yayyyy!
Thanks for watching & taking the time to comment :D
Gary C thank you for making this. I am terrified to go on a cruise for like every reason you mentioned but seeing you make it through and talking about your experiences really made me feel less scared of it. You even covered more details no one has talked about at least that I have seen with the life boats and safety stuff so thank you it really helped me to think that maybe one day I can go on a Disney cruise and I will be ok. I also laughed so hard when you said “bye girl! Where your pins at?” 🤣
I am so happy you had a wonderful time on the cruise! You really deserved that nice relaxing time! I am really enjoying the cruise vlogs and can’t wait for Sunday to see the next one!
Thanks, it’s a lot more chilled than the parks :)
Watching you and Adam just makes me laugh every time. Keep up the great work.
So glad you enjoyed the cruise, I enjoyed watching you enjoy it!
As someone who suffers from anxiety I am so happy and chuffed for you!! I can so relate, I just got back from a 4 day trip to Disneyland Paris with my friend and a couple of days before I had a meltdown and was moments away from cancelling after hiding in my bedroom all day. BUT I had been looking forward to it for so long, so decided to take deep breaths the whole way there and guess what? I had a bloody brilliant time. Don't get me wrong a few times my anxiety raised its head but I just rode the wave and enjoyed my stay regardless. Go you! :)
Yes girl lol! We laughed hard at the Titanic "where's your pins?!" Proud of you! We're so happy you had a fantastic time! All things agreed. I was worried about much of the same things before our cruise. Welcome to being a cruiser! We cannot wait until our next one in November, a Merrytime cruise. I hope you'll get another great experience like this soon.
Loved this❤️Thankyou for your openness about anxiety✨
Gary thank you for making this video...so many people suffer from anxiety and panic attacks and you sharing your thoughts... feelings...and experiences helps so many people😊
Thank you so much. Will be taking my teens on their first cruise later this spring. One with ADHD/OCD/Anxiety the other needs to know ‘the plan’ and no surprises. We’ve done WDW several times, but a cruise is a different animal. I went on the 3 day last January 2019. We will be going on the same itinerary you and Adam did. Again, thank you, and we love your other videos and with Adam. You make the world a better place!
Thanks Terry, enjoy the cruise 🚢
Great video Gary!!! I have only been on 1 cruise in and it was with Disney, food was fab!!! Service was AMAZING!!! and when it comes to the people, the Disney community is AWESOME, people are so kind!!!!💙🚢🌊
Hey Blue Eyes! Very informative vlog. And, by the way, I am loving Adam's cruise vlog because you bring so much to his trips. I so enjoy the friendship between you two and seeing your wide (blue) eyed wonder when you see the ship. I have never been on a cruise, and when I tell people I want to go on a Disney cruise, they say, "Oh, it's soooo expensive!" It looks worth every penny.
Thanks! If you’re flexible with dates you can book last minute like we did :)
I’m planning on booking our first Disney Cruise and this video was just what I needed, thank you for making it! My worst nightmare is being squished between other people at dinner!
So glad you enjoyed your first cruise. Disney cruise line makes everything so simple from boarding to leaving the ship. I starting cruising back in 2011. My first cruise by myself. Going on the Disney Dream in April. This will be cruise #9 and #4 on disney cruise line.
Thank you for the video. I'm hoping to book as soon as we get our last trip paid off. Loved how you covered all the things I've thought of. You are a kindred spirit.
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First off, I am sooo so damn happy you had a great time on the cruise. I was worried you wouldn’t be able to fully enjoy it (seasickness, anxiety (just how my brain thinks)). I love how you are tailoring your channel toward living with anxiety and how you accommodate to your needs. I love this so much and I am so damn proud of you and who you have become (I have been watching for years!!). Hope you are well! -Amy
Thanks for being here Amy :)
Gary C also, I apologize for cursing 😓 I have a potty mouth
I am going on my first cruise this year and this blog has put alot of my worries to rest. Love watching the vlogs with Adam.
I had many of these same concerns before our first cruise, but now I'm a full-on cruiseaholic. It's one of our favorite ways to vacation. Thanks for sharing!
This is all wonderful advice! As a Travel Agent I do get asked some of these questions about cruising, the unknown can be very scary for people. I am so glad you enjoyed your first Disney Cruise, it really is one of the best ways to travel!
It’s great!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I needed to hear all of that. You are such a wonderful person to explain how your anxiety was under control and how you kept it there. Thank you Gary C! I would cruise with you and Adam any day! :-)
Thank you so much for this video! I’m afraid of the sea, too. I want to go on a cruise so badly, but, like you, am afraid of what’s down there. My husband also has severe anxiety. So this helped us both! We’re going to book a cruise for our 20th anniversary and face our fears. Thank you, Gary!
Have an incredible time! X
I'm going on my first cruise ever and I have so much anxiety about it. Thank you for this! I have been loving the Cruise vlog with you and Adam as well. Always like you guys together on trips though.
Gary C - I’ve just started watching the vlogs with you and Adam a week ago. I started with the first vlog at the airport before your cruise. You are so funny. My husband and I both enjoy watching. It makes me happy that you were able to enjoy yourself. Hopefully, you’ll venture out to a 7-night cruise soon. ❤️
Thank you :)
Gary C: I've been on 2 cruises - and I did find them stressful. I've decided that cruises are not for me. But I do appreciate your video - and of course I appreciate you for making it. You are the sweetest and most gentle person - love ya and bless ya and of course SORTIE!!😍
Gary I think your awesome!! I love your enthusiasm. Thank you for your honesty, I have anxiety and you have made me want to enjoy it more this June. Love you and Adam. PS ginger is the best, i take pills every day for my vertigo, nothing works better for sea sickness!!
Interesting! I did wonder if the ginger helped or I imagined it! :)
@@garyc nope not imaginary, its real, my husband and son take it also when we cruise, like a week or so before we cruise, they had no problems last May going to Cuba. Keep on Smiling!
Great advice. Loving your videos during quarantine ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks for sharing Gary, very helpful to all us over thinkers & worriers. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the cruise & look forward to seeing you with Adam in the vlogs. Take care my lovely & be proud ❤ xx
Love watching the cruise videos! So happy you had a great time 👍👍👍 Love you Gary C💖💖💖💖💖💖
Will you be going on another cruise soon?🛥⚓🛥
Jaynee Strycker No plans at the moment :)
Oh hunni I hear ya!! I suffer with anxiety and have M.E/CFS (so I make myself more I'll worrying)..and always turns out fine and I wish I could just stop thinking too much but no matter what I do still do..
Love watching you and Adam on your disney adventures...haven't been myself and would love to take my 2 boys, one day we will get there! x
One you WILL. I was 34 before I went to a Disney Park :)
@@garyc I'm 44 this year...lol I need to get my act together x
I have the same hesitations about a cruise. I trust you and your opinion more than most. You have eased some of those reservations. Thank you
Glad to hear it Kay :)
I've only recently discovered Adam's videos and now, yours. I've loved watching your cruise adventures and getting to know both of you. My son struggles with anxiety so I know how tough some things can be. I'm really proud of you for leaning in and going on this adventure in spite of your fears.
You’re amazingly brave!! I’ve been struggling with anxiety since I was 13 and you’re one of my biggest role models. Keep doing what you’re doing xx you’re the rainbow after a storm x
Thank you for sharing your experience on the cruise. I was truly wondering about your point of view of the trip (and worried for you, to be honest). I'm glad it worked out for you. My husband and I went with some friends on our first Disney Cruise last year. I don't regret going, we had a great time, but for us it's not a trip we'd do again.
Instead of being peaceful, it caused me stress/anxiety. There was too much to do on the ship, so it felt like I was rushing from activity to activity, or always looking at the time to find out when the next thing started. It was a series of deadlines. Due to the price of the cruise, you want to make sure you get your money's worth, so taking a nap felt like wasting money, even though we were tired. We took two naps on two of the sea days (due to being so exhausted from the week at WDW prior) and I still regret it because I didn't get a chance to do the Aquaduck tube.
We saw someone almost get left behind at a port.
The seas were rough every day, only calming the night before we got back (that's just nature, nothing can help that). To top it off, I caught bronchitis on the day before the last day, from which it took two MONTHS to recover.
Again, this was just the luck of the draw on our trip. We DID have fun and we laugh and still talk about the trip, we just won't do it again. Give me a train trip any day of the week over a cruise!
Interesting. There were a lot of people not taking part & just enjoying a rest. It’s definitely what you make of it. We didn’t do a lot of the games, but what we did do we enjoyed :)
@@garyc I'll give DCL this, there is something for EVERYONE. Want to rest? You can do it. Want to eat your weight in banana soft serve? I'm in. Want to do some late night parties? They've got you covered. I'm glad you went out of your comfort zone and onto the high seas and thank you for sharing it with us.
So pleased you enjoyed the cruise. You must do some more cruises. We've only done Transatlantic crossings which are 7 days sailing but we weren't bored at all. The QM2 was amazing. There was so much going on. I love your attitude and humour. Carry on enjoying life and making memories. ⚓️🚢🛳⛴
The Queen Victoria looked incredible up close. We saw it! :)
Hi Gary ... I also have my problems with the cruise theme. besides the "T", being claustrophobic (but not on the plane, weird, right?), I hate the movement of the ship (and when it moves is too scary) ... but I've done 2 in my life, one from Buenos Aires to Brazil and another for the Nile ... People says that it is not brave who is not afraid, but the one who is afraid and still does it, isn't it? 😘😘😘
Hi Gary,
Just finished watching Adam’s series. So nice to see you both together enjoying your holiday. Thanks for sharing, if you were anxious at any moment I never noticed. The only moment that made me worry about both of you was when you left your backpack on the transport. Yikes!
So happy you had a balcony to enjoy the sea.(and the sun)
Thanks for sharing your concerns and how you prepared for each occurrence.
Great video! I'm loving the series on Adam's channel! You are such a ray of sunshine!
Love you Gary. Glad you had a good time in the Dream. ❤️❤️
I stumbled upon your videos recently and just adore you and Adam...your videos are great! This video is just wonderful! I’m so glad you were able to enjoy your cruise😊❤️
Hi Gary, glad you had an amazing time!
Thank you for another great vlog, watching you really helps me with my depression and anxiety. You make people believe they can do things x
I don’t normally have anxiety but have had these thoughts & questions about our upcoming cruise in July. Thank you for answering them with such honesty & well done on just “going for it”.
Thanks, you’re welcome :)
I’m glad you had a great time!. Yours and Adams vlogs are the highlight of my week ❤️❤️
Girl, I needed this video. Thank you my dear for doing this. We love you Gary!!!
V -Gary, thank you so much for doing this video, we are going on our first ever Disney Cruise in May next year for our 20th anniversary and you have covered everything we have been worrying about, it's like you read our minds! I feel so much better now that I have watched this 😊Thank you so much!
This is a great vlog! I love how your so naturally funny without even trying! Some great tips and I can completely see how it overwhelms people but these tips are great. Looking forward to rest of the series & the next trip 😍 x
Thanks Sally :)
You are a wonderful person, I love your vlogs. This is truly helpful for people that have any number of worries..
Thoroughly enjoy your videos. You are amazing
Thank you Gary! That was great! You’re so real and funny💕 you make me smile 😊 loving your and Adams cruising adventures each week!
I love the fact that you shared your anxiety with us !! You are an amazing artist and human being!! Keep moving forward ❤❤❤
I love this vlog GaryC!! It's so lovely to see you conquer your anxiety! Thanks for sharing once again.
Thank you for posting this Gary! Most of your concerns are the same as a lot of mine. I too have anxiety and am super apprehensive of doing a cruise and being overwhelmed by everything (and yes even fear of the sea).
My first cruise was on the Wonder in 2014! We were 2 girls (bffs) and we were sat with a mother/daughter, 2 friends who were Disney cm’s and a cute gay couple from France. We’re still friends with those boys are are going to see them again this summer (FINALLY!) when our cruise stops in France! I have friends on fb from each cruise. Disney is so good at picking seat mates I’ve found! ❤️❤️❤️
I enjoyed watching your cruise vlog. Thanks for sharing. I have some of the same worries.
Good morning Gary, we met Adam and yourself in Animal Kingdom, last October, and I have to say I did not know you suffered from anxiety, please believe me the way you talked to us, and interacted I would not have had a clue, my daughter suffers from anxiety and we have had several attacks at WDW. Gary, it was a pleasure to meet Adam and yourself and maybe one day in the future will will bump into you both again. Keep well and stay happy. Steve, Lindsay and Lottie
Thank you for sharing Gary!! We are looking at doing a Disney Cruise at some point, and you have just answered a load of questions that my own anxiety would have kicked up! Thank you! 🤗 🤗
Yay... I’m just loving the series ! I was terrified of being left behind and even told the driver to leave my husband behind because he was roaming while the rest of us were ready to go 😂😂😂 I was NOT playing around ! You fulfilled many anxiety moments and showed everyone how to overcome this . Job well done !!!
Amanda Mctyre Bye gurl fly gurl! 😂
Thanks for sharing it’s great to see your videos and enjoy your videos with Adam
Thanks for watching! :)
Thank you so much.... I really want to do a cruise but have anxiety... you made me feel good about going. Thank you!!!
I was okay on the cruise. I went with so much fear!
O my gosh! “By girl, where’d you put your pins”. So funny
Really well done Gary, this video will help a lot of people I am sure. I know all about the "what if"s, I drive myself crazy sometimes!
You are so brave! I just love you Gary! You are the best! My anxiety will never let me go on a cruise. Went once that was terrifying for me😮 I'm so glad you had a great time! ❤
I absolutely love watching you. Very funny and entertaining. We love to cruise and are so glad you had a great experience.