Ones brain can be a right bastard at times. "Oh, you've been feeling pretty good lately have you? Remember that time when you were 15 and you did that incredibly embarrassing thing? How about we dwell on that for a few days". Thanks for being so open and honest about your mental health. I'm so sorry that it' is also affecting your physical health. I'm so glad you have Shaun to help you though the harder times you experience. Love to you both xo
I'm only about 9 minutes in, and have to pause to catch my breath -- what an amazing job you both do !! You create an atmosphere that allows hard things to be said in an accessible way. And it takes the both of you to create that atmosphere (well, and a bit of help from Otis).
Guys, your videos just get better and better. Didn’t realise Crackaig beach was nudist. Never feel embarrassed about dealing with these problems or in fact talking about them. Sending love and well wishes to you both. Glad you’re enjoying Scotland.
The western side from the rocky outcrop to the river has been nudist for many years. Michael (The site and farm owner) has always encouraged it. The east/south side of the beach is still non-nudist :) x
THANK YOU for always sharing your truth Collin. Your creek analogy is SPOT ON and describes EXACTLY what I go through with my bouts of depression. ENJOY Your Journey and keep sharing with us your TRUTH.
After an awful breakup in 2014 I returned from Australia to the UK. One minute I was living my best life back to living in a spare room in my ageing parents house back in gloomy Yorkshire. After phone calls with the Ex-family regarding the visa and breakup, I ended up falling off a chair losing all sensation in my left side. I got blue lighted to hospital and spent the next 3 years having tests, scans and all sorts. I suspect I had a TIA, however no one has confirmed it. The worst thing is most of the GPs I saw suggested I’d had all sorts of nasty things including a brain bleed and all sorts. Lucky my mrs is very caring and it’s taken me a good 5 years and I’m still here. I had a very bad NDE when I was 18 and she suspected it was very much suppressed PTSD. Best thing is to just live your life and carry on. We don’t know what our destiny is!
I am just a middle aged American women that finds your show very real, touching and entertaining. I happen to be watching it from London at the moment, where I sit and wait to get over jet lag from the U.S. I find the two of you so candid and comforting. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
My mum deals with horrible anxiety...she's literally afraid about everything. Her health, her living situation...all of it...even though my brother and I have everything well under control for her. So glad to see you speaking out openly about this and being positive that it can be managed and life can be adapted to it. Keep up your stellar work.
Colin, you have my 100% respect for bringing this out into the public. The brain is such a powerful organ and it's ability to convince us is second to none. Hope you feel better soon.
I wish that I could return the sense of calmness and well-being you guys provide. The message that comes through in your posts is always kind and reassuring. Thanks for what you do, I hope you continue to feel better.
I was on a flight with my adult daughter that kept on being delayed and delayed. She took her anxiety medication a half hour before boarding but it was wearing off hours later and we were still on the ground. She had taken her last pill. Seeing that she was falling apart, I stood and yelled, "Does anyone have any anxiety medication!?!" Five people stood and said "I do!!" Anxiety is common but is terrible. She was OK and slept through the flight. Understanding of all people is important.
Great video as always guys! My wife also suffers from extreme anxiety as well. It can honestly be pretty tough sometimes, especially when you know what's going on, but don't know how to help. But the more people brave enough to talk about it, the less stigma is attached to it. Love you guys! Keep being awesome and give Otis a pet or 2 for me!
Watched last night. I have all my life suffered with "nerves" as it was called in my day. I too am going through yet another bad patch but listening to you describe how you are and what it's like has helped me a lot. It's so hard to get people to understand the anxiety rules us, there is no real explanation to it it's the way it is. I always thought I was stressed but watching you over these few years and the way you put it last years have made me see the difference between stress and anxiety and giving me a better understanding of my"nature". So thankyou both for all you do as it can't be easy to bare your souls like you do on camera. Lots of love. X
There is so much strength in admitting you are struggling and I cannot thank you enough for highlighting this global problem. I totally understand anxiety, I have suffered all my life and it can be debilitating. Sending you so much love and strength 💪. Xxxxxxxxx
I may have this wrong, but I somehow think that you being able to talk about it Colin and being so frank and open helps. Also having Shaun with you at all times must be very comforting for you. Thank you for sharing - there are many out there that you have helped just by talking. A great vlog and just love to see Otis enjoying himself.
Thank you for being so open and honest about your mental health struggles and victories. It helps so many people to know they are not alone. Keep up the great work on your health. Love to both of you!
Colin, Take care of yourself, but I completely understand. I may have different issues but yours and Shaun's health means a lot to me (and likely all of the fans). You have my support and well wishes. for me it's work, and this week was bad, but I'm like one of those lifeboats that rights itself... in due time. Dog bless you both (Otis?) - You matter.
I look forward to seeing you lovely gentlemen each week, and I'm so happy that you have each other to lean on. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your journey.
Hi Colin, I suffered from extreme anxiety due to childhood conditioning. Finally I saw a Hypnotherapist. The treatment developed new Neural pathways to replace the old patterns of thinking. It is never to late for you to retrain your brain. My heart goes out to you.
Hi you two (three) . I am not going to comment on today's vlog other than offer love and empathy for what you all go through. What I will say is that I was a little disappointed when you came off Silver Fox because of a secret desire I have to have moved onto the cut when I retired some 11 years ago. However I now realise I follow you both because quite frankly I enjoy your personality and wit and my partner, Maureen , and I look forward to the short time you come into our lives each week via RUclips. Stay strong and well . Sincerely love all three of you. This year's calendar will be replaced by next year's at the appropriate time.
"And the crazy thing is, is I'm actually conscious that this is a waste of time, I know it's a waste of time." FINALLY, someone who understands this. I've tried to explain this to numerous people - even doctors - that I'm totally conscious of how illogical my *insert random trigger here* is, but I CANNOT get that consciousness or logic to stop the anxiety! I'm sorry that you have this infernal anxiety disorder, but by sharing it you have given me some crazy (I hesitate to use that word) relief knowing that someone else experiences that "consciousness that still doesn't stop it".
In the past 6 months I have developed a pension for panic attacks. They are the ABSOLUTE WORST! I feel like I can't control my breathing and I want to peel my skin off as I run around screaming at the top of my lungs. It really frightens the animals. Not entirely sure what brings them on but it's usually something related to my claustrophobia, like having a clogged ear or stuffed nose. I can't fly on a plane lately as the claustrophobia, which continually worsens as you age, has me setting off panic attacks. Not good when you're on a flight. I'm career successful, have a beautiful home/cars/toys, am relatively healthy yet the panic attacks are really putting a kink in my life :( And, no, I have no one to care for me - in fact I have to care for my company and my animal rescue of over 40 animals. I may have to speak to a psychologist.
Being open and sharing as you are, helps! I had panic attacks when going through some difficult times! I knew what it was though, but still they would knock me to my knees, hyperventilating, with chest discomfort! I thought I was having a heart attack! It's a cycle though! Because as you get through it, of course you are fine again but you think, what the hell was that! The fear of having another attack, lingers under the surface, which causes more anxiety!!! And then another attack comes and slaps you up back the head (or brain)! It took a lot of work calming myself, breathing and dismissing the physical symptoms! REALIZING I WAS NOT GOING TO DIE was key!!! Hard but bit by bit it gets better with support! You are likely a "Pleaser", wanting to keep all people happy and beating yourself up if you let people down! An impossible task that wears one down! Later in life, I was fine, but my wife started to have attacks! Counseling helped her some but they seemed to be getting worse where she was trying medication, with which she felt even worse! To make a point, in the midst of one of her attacks I got "mad" at her (intentionally but I wasn't really)! She soon responded in kind! Sounds cruel at first glance but I stopped after her load outburst that I was "uncaring" and asked, " but how do you feel now"! That burst of anger snapped her out of the attack. I explained that she needs to breath as the counseling had shown her, sure, but also get angry with herself, as I had done to change her emotions away from fear and dread! After I'd hear her mumble to herself "Fkoff" several times during future attacks (quite funny if not for her suffering)! Gradually she got past it! It also helped her a lot to talk to others as she discovered that she was far from alone! Be kind to yourself and know you are not alone! Hope this helps some but I know well it is a personal journey! Hope your Canal flows with water between the banks! BestRoy
Blimey the parallels between you pair and us. Aspergers, known high IQ, one partner with tendency towards health anxiety, love of Narrowboats, moving to Scotland, I could go on, but to save you dropping off of boredom, I won't. Colin I just want to say how much I appreciate your open discussion of these issues. It really does help us. There are of course differences between us - for a start I'm at least notionally female, and my partner is gender neutral, but really, hearing about your adventure and experiences does help to make us feel that there is at least one other couple out there who understands our reality. So thank you. We will probably never meet in real life, despite all these parallels, because apart from anything else I would want to respect your privacy, but just knowing you two are out there often makes me feel better. I'm tearing up just writing this, so I think I'd best leave it there...
Colin, SO happy you were able to have a "reset" & are able to better enjoy your new life in Scotland. Deep gratitude & appreciation to "your rock", Shaun, for ALWAYS being there to love & unconditionally support you. Loved watching Otis doing zoomies on the beach! Think he loves being a landlubber now!! As always, sending love & hugs to you 3! ❤🐶❤
Colin, you are doing so much good work by being so honest about yourself and your 'anxiety'. During the recent Voldemort period many of us have had to confront things we have managed to ignore during our more 'normal' years. I can only send my best love and wishes to you for a rapid recovery, or at least a return to more stability. And a big thanks for sharing - it really is appreciated.
So glad your feeling a lot better! And you Sean you mind yourself too I was a carer too and I know how it can take it out of you! Just try to have as much fun as you both can!!!!
Thank you for sharing this. I have sent it on to a friend who has the same anxiety issues. The story about the lock gates letting in the water is a great mind picture. Stay well. Kia kaha from NZ
I suffer from anxiety as well... I greatly appreciate you speaking so openly about your feelings. I think it is normal to feel like we are the only ones...so it helps to hear others talk so honestly about how they feel. THANK YOU!
Do not, ever, apologise for these symptoms. You are absolutely right. You are not alone in suffering health anxiety. It is VERY real. Take care, both of you. We’re thinking of you xxx
Absolutely no need to feel embarrassed, Colin. Your honesty is refreshing and very helpful to others who may need to know they’re not alone. Much love to you both.
I love that you talk about this, watching my adult child suffer is painful, I will send her this video as I know it will help her. You are not alone, you are strong, you are brave, you are loved.
I know exactly what you mean, I feel I’ve just lost the plot when it happens to me and my daughter is struggling with her mental health too, six months ago she tried to end her life and it’s been such a worry for us but stuck with it as we are a good close family. Now she has changed many things in her life and seems much happier. We just take each day as it comes and I’m so great full we have such amazing people around us who are understanding xx
Great Video. I had a heart attack in 2019 out of the blue on holiday. I’ve always been aware of my health but since it happened, when I feel awful, I associate it to my heart condition and therefore my anxiety snowballs. This week I decided to resign from work (the company was really good and supportive), to take a break, and get my head straight and retreat to the country for a while. I also lost my father in law earlier this year. I realised I couldn’t do a complicated job at the same time dealing with everything else. You have vocalised anxiety so well in relation to both of you. You have understood that you will help people by normalising something that everyone finds difficult to vocalise. Keep up the good work and carry on really enjoying life!
Thank you Colin and Shaun for talking about an issue that can be very tricky for people to be open about. I am sure so many people will be glad they are not alone with their feelings after this vlog. It's a public service. It's easy to see how incredibly hard working you are Colin , with the high quality of your work and the consistency of your videos. I had been astonished how you could operate at that level for some time. Other RUclipsrs have little breaks! Also being highly intelligent can mean you know best how to give yourself a tough time. Anyway, you are fabulous as you are, both of you and Otis. My favourite vlogs are when Silver fox was launched; when Shaun pulled the deer out of the water; on the canal lift oh! I could go on... Take care lovely fellas 😄❤️
I get it. When we are feeling so full of anxiety, nothing around us makes sense. We withdraw from the world because we believe that that is the best thing for the people around us. We have high functioning autism in our family, so live with that as a family everyday. You appear lucky that you have good medical care around you. Thank you for your honesty. I became a single mom of 6 children and had to take on the full responsibility of raising them alone. It is also so easy to forget our own selfcare when dealing with family and trying to keep them okay. Again, thank you 😊
Colin, never be ashamed. You speaking out helps others and they realize they are not alone with this internal mental struggle. Sean is an amazing partner who loves you unconditionally. You are both very lucky to have each other. As your fans, we love you and we accept you for who you are. xoxo
Firstly so proud you have chosen Scotland as your home ! Your welcome.! My husband has occasional anxiety and it’s hard to understand when you don’t ! I’ve learned reassurance and support is the best help ! Stay well both ❤️
Colin that was a great “Allergy”, comparing a small trickle becoming a major breach in one’s mind when dealing with any kind of mental obsessive disorder or high functioning Autism. Being conscious of it as it’s happening and still not being able to control it is pure agony and also frightening. Awareness and yet not being in control can actually drive one even deeper than being oblivious. There are days I wish I could just be blind to it. I know. I have my own inner demons as I call them. Not having control over one’s own mental thought process is just pure hell and most people will never really understand. The best thing is to have someone who loves you enough to put up with it and help you get through it. I have someone like that and I credit her with basically saving my life. You have Shaun (and Otis) and thank God for that. Give Shaun a big hug for me as he really is a sweetheart. Our love ones really have to put up with so much to keep us stable and functioning. I love you both, keep the great vlogs coming. Can’t wait to see the adventures this summer. I love seeing Otis running around like mad enjoying the beautiful outdoors of Scotland. Such a happy good dog. Thank you about being so candid. I know it’s not easy and can be embarrassing to talk about but you really are helping so many people. Knowing that your not alone with mental “issues” can make a difference. Sometimes it’s just getting through a single day. Your vlogs have helped me so much through difficult times. God bless you both. Cheers and love from Florida. 🌴🌴🌴🌴❤️👍
I just want you to know, how important your candid mental health discussions have meant. Your blog, honesty and transparency, definitely got me through hard times as a mum. Thank you.
I was really surprised to see you both at Crick, after the peace and quiet of Scotland, I thought the crowds may have been a bit much. Colin I had to think twice before I approached you, but I wanted to say how much I appreciated your vlogs. I wish you both all the very best.
Guys - I too enjoyed meeting you briefly at Crick (I was the one who mentioned we’d seen you on the Trent and Mersey last year). Hope it was OK. I do envy where you are living now. I did the NC500 last month and stayed in Helmsdale one night. That whole area is so stunningly beautiful I could never get tired of it. Take care.
Hey Colin and Shaun, What I love is seeing you bounce back and do what makes you happy. Both of you illustrate the affection you have for each other in different ways and it is beautiful. Stay safe and well.
🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️👍😄 You are so very special. Hopefully you can stay on the up side of hope and keep pushing forward. I wish there were words to get you through those down times. Love from Shaun and Ottis. 😄 Prayers sent to u both. 👍💕🙏🏻❤️
Hi guys, you don't know how much you help me with your vlogs. Been a bad week as had a melt down and still getting over it. it was at the stage where i did not believe that my meds are now not working, even though they must be. My wife is amazing how she looks after me. Thanks again.
Love you guys xx one of my daughters suffers from anxiety. Witnessing some of her breakdowns has been the hardest saddest times in my life. Like you Colin , she can’t help being this way and has worked hard to find ways to reduce its effect on her. So proud of how she’s been able to carry on and live a complete life regardless. You should be proud of you too, I’m sure you are. Shaun is an absolute legend and compliments you so well, that’s why I randomly hugged him at Crick😂 sorry Shaun xx thanks for being open an honest again and for hi lighting how hard is is for loved ones. Looking forward to all your distraction vlogs 😁😂👍
Top bloke you are Colin, really. So much good has come from you sharing your MH experiences. You are very fortunate to have Shaun and Otis. We are very fortunate to have all of you.
Love you pair thankyou for uploading this my wife unfortunately as been suffering with anxiety and depression for the last 8 months .I love her dearly and hate to see her going through this .
I have severe anxiety and remember having my first panic attack at 8 years old... definitely can make life challenging but it ain't for the weak and you are a very strong soul and you got this!
This episode was hard for me to watch. I lost my brother in August 2019, he took his own life, he suffered from anxiety and depression and was convinced he had cancer and believed he was dying, he spent he last few months going from doctor to doctor having tests. I wish I could’ve done more. We miss him everyday. 😢💔
I can write a book about health anxiety. I’ve had it all my life and have been in the ER many times over the years. So I can relate and empathize with you. I take medication that helps and life is better. Eating healthy and walking works very well also. Hope you’re doing better and know you are not alone in your fight against anxiety
Thanks Colin for sharing your journey. I know it can't be easy baring your soul to us. I am thankful for your sharing and talking about your anxieties and depression. For so long and even today there has been a stigma about mental health. It is something that needs to be discussed without fear of being labeled or shunned. Much love to you, Shaun, and Otis from Washington State.
It's great to have a loved one with enough circumspection and wisdom to help reset. We just need to remember to listen to them when we need them most! I'm glad you two have one another. I'm glad to hear you point out a difference between a learning disorder and relative intelligence. We humans are just now beginning to recognize autism and understand it a little. I hope we keep learning.
Colin, I know exactly how you feel. My anxiety got really bad about 2 yes Yrs ago. I never felt like doing anything drastic to myself. Thanks to my awesome therapist she taught me some really good coping mechanisms. Colin, be extremely thankful for Shaun. Thankful because the deep forever y'all have fit each other, he can steer you in a different direction to help relieve of the distraction. My wife (33 yrs married 38 been together). Sorry this is so long keep up the great with Work.
I think that people don't realize how common mental illness is because those afflicted are afraid to talk about it due to the stigma. Your openness about your struggles helps people to understand and eliminate that stigma. Thank you for doing your part to bring it to light.
I am so glad that I clicked onto this video you've helped me so much my partner has just been recently diagnosed with anxiety headaches shaking pains all over in fact he thinks he is dying he's been reassured by the doctor that he's not so to see this video has really helped me it's made me feel like we are not alone thank you guys so much X
My sister has bad social anxiety but decided to try and meet a friend of hers across the pond by herself for the first time. As I’m typing this, she’s currently on her journey home on the plane, no doubt nervous again for the long trip. We were worried for her to take such a big step but we’re very proud of her :)
In 2020 I lost all but one of my wedding bookings, as I am a self employed videographer & live events pianist.Also, I had all ready been suffering with health anxiety for over 15 years with no real help. But until 2020, I always managed to cope and push it out the way. Having lost my livelihood and purpose professionally - it manifested itself ten fold and almost destroyed me and put a huge pressure on my wife. (My elderly mother also suffered with serious mental health issues and had two mini strokes). So, after phone call counselling and meditation that slightly helped, I started on anti-depression medication. 18 months later, I am completely in a much more positive state of mind, have so much to live for and my business is coming back. I’m slowly weening off the mild strength medication and still feeling very positive and looking forward to enjoying many things in my life with my amazing wife and son. (In the bad times - I felt like I was dying and everything was wrong with me, to the point of obsessing about the most minor health issues. I suffered a lot with acid reflux, headaches, fatigue and lost almost 2 stone as a result. However, I insisted in having several medical tests, cameras down and once all of the results had come back 100% negative - it was like flipping a switch. Before this, I felt I had nothing to live for and had no desires to enjoy life. What with the whole COVID fears and so much negativity from the news - I still to this day - NEVER listen too or watch any form of news media - note listen the radio or read news online. It is so very fake, negative and one sided. I found that ignorance was bliss and still is to be honest. You only get one life, so don’t spend it worrying about ‘what if - or what might happen’ - look forward and focus on all the love and positives in your life Collin - you are an amazing open individual whom I admire tremendously. X This is my story and I am not ashamed of sharing ti with you all. Mental health is such an important issue that has been swept under the carpet for decades. It’s good to get things off of your chest and sharing feelings that have been locked up for years!
Love you Colin thank you for always being so open and honest it helps me realize that I'm not alone that I'm not the only one going through it stay strong you're doing so well remember "you've got this" 💪🏻🙏🏻 ps Shaun love you aswell you're a rock and a star 🌟 everyone deserves someone like you in there lives and as for Otis aww bless him
Colin, I am glad that you trust your viewers enough to share your troubles. I do worry about you. Shaun is a wonderful partner, and it is obvious how much he loves you.
A highly intelligent close relative of mine suffers from acute anxiety. They have an analogy which says it's like having an app running constantly in the head that's very hard to quit. That app is called "what if", and I think you can appreciate why Colin.
Thank you for being you, and being able to share yourself with us! Your explanations are so much more enlightening than any textbook description could be. It’s very obvious that Shaun is in for the long haul - as in forever - and that he loves you very much! Keep traveling, keep vlogging, and keep teaching us. Hugs and much love to you both!🤗🤗❤️❤️
You are doing really well and its so good for yourself and everybody else that you talk about it. It's so true that a problem shared is a problem halved. The hard part for me is accepting l do suffer with anxiety I think l always have but after covid it got out of control . Its frightening when you are overwhelmed by fear. I hope you feel better very soon and enjoy your lovely life with Shaun ..he's a Super Hero.xx
Thank you for sharing your story with us. My family suffers with anxiety also and hearing you put your feelings out there. It really helps! Bless you ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕
Hi guys your awesome. I understand what you had was similar to me. I convinced myself I had an anerism. At night I heard a explosion in my head my eyes were blurred in the day and I had headaches. The blurred vision and headaches kept happening occasionally. Went to doctors she said it was just tension in my head. Anyway found out myself the blurred vision was caused by eye drops I was using for dry eyes. The buried vision worried me so much it caused the headaches. Self inflicting. There you go. Stopped the eye drops now everything fine. Love you videos. Naked beaches are awesome especially Studland bay in Dorset. Can you do a shirtless video you look hot.
You guys are so amazing. My partner also has anxiety issues and it took me 15 years to learn how to cope, it could lead to my own periods of depression and anger. The connection between Shaun and yourself is the best anyone could wish for. Well done to you for being so open and talented, well done to Shaun for being so awesome.
Colin, whatever you do, don't ever lose sight of Shaun. He is your backbone. He believes in you. It's not for no reason you are sharing your lives together...
I'm really glad your feeling a lot better now Colin, and how lovely is it, that Shaun knows and understands what is happening, and that he is able to re-set you. Great Vlog. Lovely to see Otis going wild. Bless him.
Sending love Colin I can't pretend to understand what you are going through but your explanations are a fantastic insight, thank you. Shaun have you tried caorunn gin, it'd local (as Scotland goes) and whitetail from mull, must tries xxx love you both and otis
Excellent description of anxiety and it effects. Please don't let the anxiety kill you. You are too valuable to lose. Hope you are having a lovely weekend. 💖💖💖
Anxiety can wreck your health. That is no joke, I have seen it tear people apart including my wife. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us, it is helpful.
I love how honest you are Colin and that you share with us about your anxiety. Love the new Jeeeeeeep it’s really cute perfect for you two and Otis🥰. Gorgeous scenery too you certainly picked a beautiful spot to live.
Shaun please give that wee man of yours a big hug from me, Colin I followed your both for a good few months, You both make me smile but at the same time I’m crying. Love all you do. Keep safe and take care thinking of you both xx xx
Please don't stop talking about this. Those of us who live with this debilitating condition, and a partner whose only response is, "well you are the one driving this thing" like it can be switched on and off...well hearing you all is the best therapy some days. I need a reset, and I will try that more often....thank you, please don't stop...it's too important...
That is one of the best descriptions of anxiety I have heard. Hard enough to Reset, but adding autism makes it a real challenge. Kudos to both of you for handling it so well as a couple.
So the lady I've been staying with since my Apt burned down in 2018 Xmas Eve, Move from a house to and a Apt without the downsizing ahead of time, She talked to my family and my mom is forwarding 45K USD of my inheritance, and though that buys Nothing in NJ I found a place in Western Pa, City of New Castle Pa, its the size of a small cottage but it is soon to be mine. House was broken into while all this is happening, and covered by privious home owners Insurrence. But with unpacking, my friends house while she works, she didn't have enough for the move so I'm now maxed out on my credit card. But honestly she hadn't made me pay rent while here. But now money is yet tight again, Oh I'm on my disablity for mental and only get 11k a year. So like I said between Unpacking, and finding my boxes and bins to move to my new place. 3 Dogs 2 corgi's and 3 cats always underfoot... Oh the dogs love eating cardboard Boxes, and what do we currenly have a lot of!!! So rearanging from the horible move her movers did and unpacking before dogs eat the boxes, oh during covid after already gaing wieght I gained 150lb and shrank!! Also retaining water and have a bad back!!!! So yesterday I had a brake down, later finding myself on the floor. Often when I get mad I also over heat now. So I get what your going through. Oh also the dogs seem to like hiding shoes on me. out of 3 pair I moved here with I now have one of each shoe!!! Buying sandles tomarrow!!! Sorry your getting stress out, even if I don't finish all my projects, I must remember if I start stressing to STOP WHAT EVER I'M DOING, DRINK SOMETHING TO HYDRATE AND SIT AND CHILL, NO NEWS... RELAXING MUSIC, FUNNY TV SHOW...
Colin thank you for such honesty. My husband has PTSD and chronic depression and now I suffer from anxiety and I know it’s brought on by all the worry. I haven’t told my husband as his problems are much greater and he needs to at least think I’m in control when he needs it. I tell you this because I want to say Shaun you’re also amazing, I know how scary it can be at times and you so need to look after you. I have never suffered from anxiety but things have just got on top of me. Please Shaun be careful and look out for you. You’re amazing guys, thanks for being here. ❤️
Ones brain can be a right bastard at times. "Oh, you've been feeling pretty good lately have you? Remember that time when you were 15 and you did that incredibly embarrassing thing? How about we dwell on that for a few days".
Thanks for being so open and honest about your mental health. I'm so sorry that it' is also affecting your physical health. I'm so glad you have Shaun to help you though the harder times you experience.
Love to you both xo
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
Omg yes, my brain does that too!!! It’s so frustrating!
I'm only about 9 minutes in, and have to pause to catch my breath -- what an amazing job you both do !! You create an atmosphere that allows hard things to be said in an accessible way. And it takes the both of you to create that atmosphere (well, and a bit of help from Otis).
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
Guys, your videos just get better and better.
Didn’t realise Crackaig beach was nudist.
Never feel embarrassed about dealing with these problems or in fact talking about them.
Sending love and well wishes to you both.
Glad you’re enjoying Scotland.
The western side from the rocky outcrop to the river has been nudist for many years. Michael (The site and farm owner) has always encouraged it. The east/south side of the beach is still non-nudist :) x
THANK YOU for always sharing your truth Collin. Your creek analogy is SPOT ON and describes EXACTLY what I go through with my bouts of depression. ENJOY Your Journey and keep sharing with us your TRUTH.
After an awful breakup in 2014 I returned from Australia to the UK. One minute I was living my best life back to living in a spare room in my ageing parents house back in gloomy Yorkshire. After phone calls with the Ex-family regarding the visa and breakup, I ended up falling off a chair losing all sensation in my left side. I got blue lighted to hospital and spent the next 3 years having tests, scans and all sorts. I suspect I had a TIA, however no one has confirmed it. The worst thing is most of the GPs I saw suggested I’d had all sorts of nasty things including a brain bleed and all sorts.
Lucky my mrs is very caring and it’s taken me a good 5 years and I’m still here. I had a very bad NDE when I was 18 and she suspected it was very much suppressed PTSD.
Best thing is to just live your life and carry on. We don’t know what our destiny is!
I am just a middle aged American women that finds your show very real, touching and entertaining. I happen to be watching it from London at the moment, where I sit and wait to get over jet lag from the U.S. I find the two of you so candid and comforting. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Enjoy London ❤️
My mum deals with horrible anxiety...she's literally afraid about everything. Her health, her living situation...all of it...even though my brother and I have everything well under control for her. So glad to see you speaking out openly about this and being positive that it can be managed and life can be adapted to it. Keep up your stellar work.
Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️🙂 Sending love to your Mum x
You are a strong man Colin surrounded by people who love you. Stay strong and positive, sending you lots of hugs.
Colin, you have my 100% respect for bringing this out into the public. The brain is such a powerful organ and it's ability to convince us is second to none. Hope you feel better soon.
Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️
I wish that I could return the sense of calmness and well-being you guys provide.
The message that comes through in your posts is always kind and reassuring. Thanks for what you do, I hope you continue to feel better.
Wow, thank you
I was on a flight with my adult daughter that kept on being delayed and delayed. She took her anxiety medication a half hour before boarding but it was wearing off hours later and we were still on the ground. She had taken her last pill. Seeing that she was falling apart, I stood and yelled, "Does anyone have any anxiety medication!?!" Five people stood and said "I do!!" Anxiety is common but is terrible. She was OK and slept through the flight. Understanding of all people is important.
Great video as always guys! My wife also suffers from extreme anxiety as well. It can honestly be pretty tough sometimes, especially when you know what's going on, but don't know how to help. But the more people brave enough to talk about it, the less stigma is attached to it. Love you guys! Keep being awesome and give Otis a pet or 2 for me!
Will do. Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️
Watched last night. I have all my life suffered with "nerves" as it was called in my day. I too am going through yet another bad patch but listening to you describe how you are and what it's like has helped me a lot. It's so hard to get people to understand the anxiety rules us, there is no real explanation to it it's the way it is. I always thought I was stressed but watching you over these few years and the way you put it last years have made me see the difference between stress and anxiety and giving me a better understanding of my"nature". So thankyou both for all you do as it can't be easy to bare your souls like you do on camera. Lots of love. X
Thank you! Take care x
This video is exactly why I watch yr channel. You are both so genuine and natural. I enjoy you two so much!! Love to you both!!!
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
There is so much strength in admitting you are struggling and I cannot thank you enough for highlighting this global problem.
I totally understand anxiety, I have suffered all my life and it can be debilitating.
Sending you so much love and strength 💪. Xxxxxxxxx
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I may have this wrong, but I somehow think that you being able to talk about it Colin and being so frank and open helps. Also having Shaun with you at all times must be very comforting for you. Thank you for sharing - there are many out there that you have helped just by talking. A great vlog and just love to see Otis enjoying himself.
Talking definitely helps. It might not fix the problem but it lessens the pain of the stress and worry. x
As an anxiety sufferer, I applaud you for your determination to fight your "demons" and to be a stronger person.
Thank you for being so open and honest about your mental health struggles and victories. It helps so many people to know they are not alone. Keep up the great work on your health. Love to both of you!
Colin, Take care of yourself, but I completely understand. I may have different issues but yours and Shaun's health means a lot to me (and likely all of the fans). You have my support and well wishes. for me it's work, and this week was bad, but I'm like one of those lifeboats that rights itself... in due time.
Dog bless you both (Otis?) - You matter.
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
I look forward to seeing you lovely gentlemen each week, and I'm so happy that you have each other to lean on. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your journey.
Hi Colin, I suffered from extreme anxiety due to childhood conditioning. Finally I saw a Hypnotherapist. The treatment developed new Neural pathways to replace the old patterns of thinking. It is never to late for you to retrain your brain. My heart goes out to you.
You can't retrain an autistic brain but I'm glad it worked for you x
Otis is deliriously happy hanging out on the beach with the two people he loves the most. Stay well Colin. Shawn and Otis adore you!
Colin thank you for being so open about anxiety. It helps me so much. You are both such lovely people. Take care.
Thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable. You’re helping so many people.
We love you and Shaun.
You two are a beautiful couple. Shaun, take care of Collin; Collin, take care of Shaun.
Colin you and your partner ARE some of the braves people i know, you help so many without knowing it.
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
Hi you two (three) . I am not going to comment on today's vlog other than offer love and empathy for what you all go through. What I will say is that I was a little disappointed when you came off Silver Fox because of a secret desire I have to have moved onto the cut when I retired some 11 years ago. However I now realise I follow you both because quite frankly I enjoy your personality and wit and my partner, Maureen , and I look forward to the short time you come into our lives each week via RUclips. Stay strong and well . Sincerely love all three of you. This year's calendar will be replaced by next year's at the appropriate time.
Thank you for talking about this! it is so important, especially for men, to be open and honest about mental health and to stop the stigma!
Thanks Joshua. x
"And the crazy thing is, is I'm actually conscious that this is a waste of time, I know it's a waste of time." FINALLY, someone who understands this. I've tried to explain this to numerous people - even doctors - that I'm totally conscious of how illogical my *insert random trigger here* is, but I CANNOT get that consciousness or logic to stop the anxiety! I'm sorry that you have this infernal anxiety disorder, but by sharing it you have given me some crazy (I hesitate to use that word) relief knowing that someone else experiences that "consciousness that still doesn't stop it".
Keep fighting! x
In the past 6 months I have developed a pension for panic attacks. They are the ABSOLUTE WORST! I feel like I can't control my breathing and I want to peel my skin off as I run around screaming at the top of my lungs. It really frightens the animals. Not entirely sure what brings them on but it's usually something related to my claustrophobia, like having a clogged ear or stuffed nose. I can't fly on a plane lately as the claustrophobia, which continually worsens as you age, has me setting off panic attacks. Not good when you're on a flight. I'm career successful, have a beautiful home/cars/toys, am relatively healthy yet the panic attacks are really putting a kink in my life :( And, no, I have no one to care for me - in fact I have to care for my company and my animal rescue of over 40 animals. I may have to speak to a psychologist.
Sorry to hear that. I hope you get some support x
Being open and sharing as you are, helps! I had panic attacks when going through some difficult times! I knew what it was though, but still they would knock me to my knees, hyperventilating, with chest discomfort! I thought I was having a heart attack! It's a cycle though! Because as you get through it, of course you are fine again but you think, what the hell was that! The fear of having another attack, lingers under the surface, which causes more anxiety!!! And then another attack comes and slaps you up back the head (or brain)! It took a lot of work calming myself, breathing and dismissing the physical symptoms! REALIZING I WAS NOT GOING TO DIE was key!!! Hard but bit by bit it gets better with support! You are likely a "Pleaser", wanting to keep all people happy and beating yourself up if you let people down! An impossible task that wears one down! Later in life, I was fine, but my wife started to have attacks! Counseling helped her some but they seemed to be getting worse where she was trying medication, with which she felt even worse! To make a point, in the midst of one of her attacks I got "mad" at her (intentionally but I wasn't really)! She soon responded in kind! Sounds cruel at first glance but I stopped after her load outburst that I was "uncaring" and asked, " but how do you feel now"! That burst of anger snapped her out of the attack. I explained that she needs to breath as the counseling had shown her, sure, but also get angry with herself, as I had done to change her emotions away from fear and dread! After I'd hear her mumble to herself "Fkoff" several times during future attacks (quite funny if not for her suffering)! Gradually she got past it! It also helped her a lot to talk to others as she discovered that she was far from alone! Be kind to yourself and know you are not alone! Hope this helps some but I know well it is a personal journey! Hope your Canal flows with water between the banks! BestRoy
Blimey the parallels between you pair and us. Aspergers, known high IQ, one partner with tendency towards health anxiety, love of Narrowboats, moving to Scotland, I could go on, but to save you dropping off of boredom, I won't. Colin I just want to say how much I appreciate your open discussion of these issues. It really does help us.
There are of course differences between us - for a start I'm at least notionally female, and my partner is gender neutral, but really, hearing about your adventure and experiences does help to make us feel that there is at least one other couple out there who understands our reality. So thank you. We will probably never meet in real life, despite all these parallels, because apart from anything else I would want to respect your privacy, but just knowing you two are out there often makes me feel better. I'm tearing up just writing this, so I think I'd best leave it there...
Thanks so much. Don't get upset ❤️
Thank you so much for speaking on your mental health!!!!! Especially Autism. Your openness is helpful and appreciated!
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
Colin, SO happy you were able to have a "reset" & are able to better enjoy your new life in Scotland. Deep gratitude & appreciation to "your rock", Shaun, for ALWAYS being there to love & unconditionally support you. Loved watching Otis doing zoomies on the beach! Think he loves being a landlubber now!! As always, sending love & hugs to you 3! ❤🐶❤
Thank you! 👍🏻❤️🙂
Colin, you are doing so much good work by being so honest about yourself and your 'anxiety'. During the recent Voldemort period many of us have had to confront things we have managed to ignore during our more 'normal' years. I can only send my best love and wishes to you for a rapid recovery, or at least a return to more stability. And a big thanks for sharing - it really is appreciated.
Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️🙂
So glad your feeling a lot better!
And you Sean you mind yourself too I was a carer too and I know how it can take it out of you!
Just try to have as much fun as you both can!!!!
Yes! Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this. I have sent it on to a friend who has the same anxiety issues. The story about the lock gates letting in the water is a great mind picture. Stay well. Kia kaha from NZ
Thanks, Patricia. x
I suffer from anxiety as well... I greatly appreciate you speaking so openly about your feelings. I think it is normal to feel like we are the only ones...so it helps to hear others talk so honestly about how they feel. THANK YOU!
Wishing you both the best from Nebraska! Love your new format and the farm. Enjoy Scotland, you’ve earned it.
Thanks, Shawn. x
Hi Colin and Sean, I just wanted to thank you for being so open about everything. I hope it helps you as much as it helps others 💓
Thanks for that!
Do not, ever, apologise for these symptoms. You are absolutely right. You are not alone in suffering health anxiety. It is VERY real.
Take care, both of you. We’re thinking of you xxx
Thank you ❤️
Absolutely no need to feel embarrassed, Colin. Your honesty is refreshing and very helpful to others who may need to know they’re not alone. Much love to you both.
Thank you so much 😊
Well said, I have suffered the same thing. Its a constant battle especially when you are alone. Keep strong as you can. Have a great journey.
I love that you talk about this, watching my adult child suffer is painful, I will send her this video as I know it will help her. You are not alone, you are strong, you are brave, you are loved.
Sending love ❤️
I know exactly what you mean, I feel I’ve just lost the plot when it happens to me and my daughter is struggling with her mental health too, six months ago she tried to end her life and it’s been such a worry for us but stuck with it as we are a good close family. Now she has changed many things in her life and seems much happier. We just take each day as it comes and I’m so great full we have such amazing people around us who are understanding xx
Great Video. I had a heart attack in 2019 out of the blue on holiday. I’ve always been aware of my health but since it happened, when I feel awful, I associate it to my heart condition and therefore my anxiety snowballs. This week I decided to resign from work (the company was really good and supportive), to take a break, and get my head straight and retreat to the country for a while. I also lost my father in law earlier this year. I realised I couldn’t do a complicated job at the same time dealing with everything else. You have vocalised anxiety so well in relation to both of you. You have understood that you will help people by normalising something that everyone finds difficult to vocalise. Keep up the good work and carry on really enjoying life!
Thank you ❤️ I hope things improve for you 👍🏻
Take comfort from the many loving comments by those of us who are affected with this challenging condition. You are not alone my friend 🤗
Thank you Colin and Shaun for talking about an issue that can be very tricky for people to be open about. I am sure so many people will be glad they are not alone with their feelings after this vlog. It's a public service. It's easy to see how incredibly hard working you are Colin , with the high quality of your work and the consistency of your videos. I had been astonished how you could operate at that level for some time. Other RUclipsrs have little breaks! Also being highly intelligent can mean you know best how to give yourself a tough time. Anyway, you are fabulous as you are, both of you and Otis. My favourite vlogs are when Silver fox was launched; when Shaun pulled the deer out of the water; on the canal lift oh! I could go on... Take care lovely fellas 😄❤️
I get it. When we are feeling so full of anxiety, nothing around us makes sense. We withdraw from the world because we believe that that is the best thing for the people around us. We have high functioning autism in our family, so live with that as a family everyday. You appear lucky that you have good medical care around you. Thank you for your honesty. I became a single mom of 6 children and had to take on the full responsibility of raising them alone. It is also so easy to forget our own selfcare when dealing with family and trying to keep them okay. Again, thank you 😊
Thanks :) x
Colin, never be ashamed. You speaking out helps others and they realize they are not alone with this internal mental struggle. Sean is an amazing partner who loves you unconditionally. You are both very lucky to have each other. As your fans, we love you and we accept you for who you are. xoxo
Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️🙂
Thank you so much for your honesty, you're both very brave to open your hearts to us all,🐳🧜💚 Nicola
Firstly so proud you have chosen Scotland as your home ! Your welcome.! My husband has occasional anxiety and it’s hard to understand when you don’t ! I’ve learned reassurance and support is the best help ! Stay well both ❤️
Thank you! 👍🏻❤️🙂
Colin that was a great “Allergy”, comparing a small trickle becoming a major breach in one’s mind when dealing with any kind of mental obsessive disorder or high functioning Autism. Being conscious of it as it’s happening and still not being able to control it is pure agony and also frightening. Awareness and yet not being in control can actually drive one even deeper than being oblivious. There are days I wish I could just be blind to it. I know. I have my own inner demons as I call them. Not having control over one’s own mental thought process is just pure hell and most people will never really understand. The best thing is to have someone who loves you enough to put up with it and help you get through it. I have someone like that and I credit her with basically saving my life. You have Shaun (and Otis) and thank God for that. Give Shaun a big hug for me as he really is a sweetheart. Our love ones really have to put up with so much to keep us stable and functioning. I love you both, keep the great vlogs coming. Can’t wait to see the adventures this summer. I love seeing Otis running around like mad enjoying the beautiful outdoors of Scotland. Such a happy good dog. Thank you about being so candid. I know it’s not easy and can be embarrassing to talk about but you really are helping so many people. Knowing that your not alone with mental “issues” can make a difference. Sometimes it’s just getting through a single day. Your vlogs have helped me so much through difficult times. God bless you both. Cheers and love from Florida. 🌴🌴🌴🌴❤️👍
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
I just want you to know, how important your candid mental health discussions have meant. Your blog, honesty and transparency, definitely got me through hard times as a mum. Thank you.
Thank you x
I was really surprised to see you both at Crick, after the peace and quiet of Scotland, I thought the crowds may have been a bit much. Colin I had to think twice before I approached you, but I wanted to say how much I appreciated your vlogs. I wish you both all the very best.
Thank you Darren👍🏻❤️
Guys - I too enjoyed meeting you briefly at Crick (I was the one who mentioned we’d seen you on the Trent and Mersey last year). Hope it was OK. I do envy where you are living now. I did the NC500 last month and stayed in Helmsdale one night. That whole area is so stunningly beautiful I could never get tired of it. Take care.
Hey Colin and Shaun, What I love is seeing you bounce back and do what makes you happy. Both of you illustrate the affection you have for each other in different ways and it is beautiful. Stay safe and well.
Thanks so much
🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️👍😄 You are so very special. Hopefully you can stay on the up side of hope and keep pushing forward. I wish there were words to get you through those down times. Love from Shaun and Ottis. 😄 Prayers sent to u both. 👍💕🙏🏻❤️
Thank you so much, Pat xxxxx
Sending lots of love. I also want to say how nice it is to see partners support one another. It's heartwarming. Otis needs to get his wiggles out!
Hi guys. I really admire how open your are about mental health. It's horrible suffering from anziety. Live your videos. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Richard ❤️
Hi guys, you don't know how much you help me with your vlogs. Been a bad week as had a melt down and still getting over it. it was at the stage where i did not believe that my meds are now not working, even though they must be. My wife is amazing how she looks after me. Thanks again.
Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️
Love you guys xx one of my daughters suffers from anxiety. Witnessing some of her breakdowns has been the hardest saddest times in my life. Like you Colin , she can’t help being this way and has worked hard to find ways to reduce its effect on her. So proud of how she’s been able to carry on and live a complete life regardless. You should be proud of you too, I’m sure you are. Shaun is an absolute legend and compliments you so well, that’s why I randomly hugged him at Crick😂 sorry Shaun xx thanks for being open an honest again and for hi lighting how hard is is for loved ones. Looking forward to all your distraction vlogs 😁😂👍
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
Top bloke you are Colin, really. So much good has come from you sharing your MH experiences.
You are very fortunate to have Shaun and Otis. We are very fortunate to have all of you.
Thank you ❤️
Love you pair thankyou for uploading this my wife unfortunately as been suffering with anxiety and depression for the last 8 months .I love her dearly and hate to see her going through this .
Sending you both love! ❤️
Thanks gents, I love and admire your strength to cope with everything together; and being open and informative to help others.
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
A very good blog. You explain what is going on very well, my very best wishers to both of you.
Thank you so much 🙂
I have severe anxiety and remember having my first panic attack at 8 years old... definitely can make life challenging but it ain't for the weak and you are a very strong soul and you got this!
This episode was hard for me to watch. I lost my brother in August 2019, he took his own life, he suffered from anxiety and depression and was convinced he had cancer and believed he was dying, he spent he last few months going from doctor to doctor having tests. I wish I could’ve done more. We miss him everyday. 😢💔
I am so sorry to hear you lost your brother Christine.
Keep sharing Colin! If you want to. It's important and helpful, more than you know. lots of love to you both.
I can write a book about health anxiety. I’ve had it all my life and have been in the ER many times over the years. So I can relate and empathize with you. I take medication that helps and life is better. Eating healthy and walking works very well also. Hope you’re doing better and know you are not alone in your fight against anxiety
Thanks Colin for sharing your journey. I know it can't be easy baring your soul to us. I am thankful for your sharing and talking about your anxieties and depression. For so long and even today there has been a stigma about mental health. It is something that needs to be discussed without fear of being labeled or shunned.
Much love to you, Shaun, and Otis from Washington State.
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
It's great to have a loved one with enough circumspection and wisdom to help reset. We just need to remember to listen to them when we need them most! I'm glad you two have one another.
I'm glad to hear you point out a difference between a learning disorder and relative intelligence. We humans are just now beginning to recognize autism and understand it a little. I hope we keep learning.
I thought that said 'enough circumcision' 😂🍆😂
@@FoxesAfloat a little is enough!
Colin, I know exactly how you feel. My anxiety got really bad about 2 yes
Yrs ago. I never felt like doing anything drastic to myself. Thanks to my awesome therapist she taught me some really good coping mechanisms. Colin, be extremely thankful for Shaun. Thankful because the deep forever y'all have fit each other, he can steer you in a different direction to help relieve of the distraction. My wife (33 yrs married 38 been together). Sorry this is so long keep up the great with
Work.
This is a brilliant RUclips channel. I suffer with anxiety and its a terrible thing and stops you living your life.
I think that people don't realize how common mental illness is because those afflicted are afraid to talk about it due to the stigma. Your openness about your struggles helps people to understand and eliminate that stigma. Thank you for doing your part to bring it to light.
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
I am so glad that I clicked onto this video you've helped me so much my partner has just been recently diagnosed with anxiety headaches shaking pains all over in fact he thinks he is dying he's been reassured by the doctor that he's not so to see this video has really helped me it's made me feel like we are not alone thank you guys so much X
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Never ever feel embarrassed about speaking out it needs people like you to speak out you will never know how much it helps much respect to you
My sister has bad social anxiety but decided to try and meet a friend of hers across the pond by herself for the first time. As I’m typing this, she’s currently on her journey home on the plane, no doubt nervous again for the long trip. We were worried for her to take such a big step but we’re very proud of her :)
Should be proud. Great stuff! x
In 2020 I lost all but one of my wedding bookings, as I am a self employed videographer & live events pianist.Also, I had all ready been suffering with health anxiety for over 15 years with no real help. But until 2020, I always managed to cope and push it out the way. Having lost my livelihood and purpose professionally - it manifested itself ten fold and almost destroyed me and put a huge pressure on my wife. (My elderly mother also suffered with serious mental health issues and had two mini strokes). So, after phone call counselling and meditation that slightly helped, I started on anti-depression medication. 18 months later, I am completely in a much more positive state of mind, have so much to live for and my business is coming back. I’m slowly weening off the mild strength medication and still feeling very positive and looking forward to enjoying many things in my life with my amazing wife and son. (In the bad times - I felt like I was dying and everything was wrong with me, to the point of obsessing about the most minor health issues. I suffered a lot with acid reflux, headaches, fatigue and lost almost 2 stone as a result. However, I insisted in having several medical tests, cameras down and once all of the results had come back 100% negative - it was like flipping a switch. Before this, I felt I had nothing to live for and had no desires to enjoy life. What with the whole COVID fears and so much negativity from the news - I still to this day - NEVER listen too or watch any form of news media - note listen the radio or read news online. It is so very fake, negative and one sided. I found that ignorance was bliss and still is to be honest. You only get one life, so don’t spend it worrying about ‘what if - or what might happen’ - look forward and focus on all the love and positives in your life Collin - you are an amazing open individual whom I admire tremendously. X
This is my story and I am not ashamed of sharing ti with you all. Mental health is such an important issue that has been swept under the carpet for decades. It’s good to get things off of your chest and sharing feelings that have been locked up for years!
Thanks for sharing!
Love you Colin thank you for always being so open and honest it helps me realize that I'm not alone that I'm not the only one going through it stay strong you're doing so well remember "you've got this" 💪🏻🙏🏻 ps Shaun love you aswell you're a rock and a star 🌟 everyone deserves someone like you in there lives and as for Otis aww bless him
Thanks, Paul x
@@FoxesAfloat you're welcome x
Colin, I am glad that you trust your viewers enough to share your troubles. I do worry about you. Shaun is a wonderful partner, and it is obvious how much he loves you.
Thanks for that ❤️
A highly intelligent close relative of mine suffers from acute anxiety. They have an analogy which says it's like having an app running constantly in the head that's very hard to quit. That app is called "what if", and I think you can appreciate why Colin.
Sounds accurate 🤯
Thank you for being you, and being able to share yourself with us! Your explanations are so much more enlightening than any textbook description could be. It’s very obvious that Shaun is in for the long haul - as in forever - and that he loves you very much! Keep traveling, keep vlogging, and keep teaching us. Hugs and much love to you both!🤗🤗❤️❤️
You are so welcome
You are doing really well and its so good for yourself and everybody else that you talk about it. It's so true that a problem shared is a problem halved.
The hard part for me is accepting l do suffer with anxiety
I think l always have but after covid it got out of control . Its frightening when you are overwhelmed by fear.
I hope you feel better very soon and enjoy your lovely life with Shaun ..he's a Super Hero.xx
Thank you Jackie. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
Thank you for sharing your story with us. My family suffers with anxiety also and hearing you put your feelings out there. It really helps! Bless you ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕
Hi guys your awesome. I understand what you had was similar to me. I convinced myself I had an anerism. At night I heard a explosion in my head my eyes were blurred in the day and I had headaches. The blurred vision and headaches kept happening occasionally. Went to doctors she said it was just tension in my head. Anyway found out myself the blurred vision was caused by eye drops I was using for dry eyes. The buried vision worried me so much it caused the headaches. Self inflicting. There you go. Stopped the eye drops now everything fine. Love you videos. Naked beaches are awesome especially Studland bay in Dorset. Can you do a shirtless video you look hot.
You guys are so amazing. My partner also has anxiety issues and it took me 15 years to learn how to cope, it could lead to my own periods of depression and anger. The connection between Shaun and yourself is the best anyone could wish for. Well done to you for being so open and talented, well done to Shaun for being so awesome.
Thanks so much ❤️
Colin, whatever you do, don't ever lose sight of Shaun. He is your backbone. He believes in you. It's not for no reason you are sharing your lives together...
You really don’t have to remind me ❤️
I'm really glad your feeling a lot better now Colin, and how lovely is it, that Shaun knows and understands what is happening, and that he is able to re-set you. Great Vlog. Lovely to see Otis going wild. Bless him.
Thanks so much
Sending love Colin I can't pretend to understand what you are going through but your explanations are a fantastic insight, thank you.
Shaun have you tried caorunn gin, it'd local (as Scotland goes) and whitetail from mull, must tries xxx love you both and otis
Excellent description of anxiety and it effects. Please don't let the anxiety kill you. You are too valuable to lose. Hope you are having a lovely weekend. 💖💖💖
Thank you
wish you both all the very best in your new adventures in life.
you have been amazing to follow👍 ❤️ 😢💞xxx
Anxiety can wreck your health. That is no joke, I have seen it tear people apart including my wife. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us, it is helpful.
I'm having hypnotherapy for anxiety and panic attacks and I'm 90% better. It's worth looking into
Yeah, no effect on me but great it worked for you :)
I love how honest you are Colin and that you share with us about your anxiety. Love the new Jeeeeeeep it’s really cute perfect for you two and Otis🥰. Gorgeous scenery too you certainly picked a beautiful spot to live.
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
I've got the same issues, I got to bed every night thinking I won't wake up in the morning. Anxiety is definitely killing me.
Sorry to hear that. x
Shaun please give that wee man of yours a big hug from me, Colin I followed your both for a good few months, You both make me smile but at the same time I’m crying. Love all you do. Keep safe and take care thinking of you both xx xx
Thank you so much! 👍🏻❤️🙂
Please don't stop talking about this. Those of us who live with this debilitating condition, and a partner whose only response is, "well you are the one driving this thing" like it can be switched on and off...well hearing you all is the best therapy some days. I need a reset, and I will try that more often....thank you, please don't stop...it's too important...
Thank you. That means a lot ❤️👍🏻🙂
That is one of the best descriptions of anxiety I have heard. Hard enough to Reset, but adding autism makes it a real challenge. Kudos to both of you for handling it so well as a couple.
Thanks Cherry ❤️
So the lady I've been staying with since my Apt burned down in 2018 Xmas Eve, Move from a house to and a Apt without the downsizing ahead of time, She talked to my family and my mom is forwarding 45K USD of my inheritance, and though that buys Nothing in NJ I found a place in Western Pa, City of New Castle Pa, its the size of a small cottage but it is soon to be mine. House was broken into while all this is happening, and covered by privious home owners Insurrence. But with unpacking, my friends house while she works, she didn't have enough for the move so I'm now maxed out on my credit card. But honestly she hadn't made me pay rent while here. But now money is yet tight again, Oh I'm on my disablity for mental and only get 11k a year. So like I said between Unpacking, and finding my boxes and bins to move to my new place. 3 Dogs 2 corgi's and 3 cats always underfoot... Oh the dogs love eating cardboard Boxes, and what do we currenly have a lot of!!! So rearanging from the horible move her movers did and unpacking before dogs eat the boxes, oh during covid after already gaing wieght I gained 150lb and shrank!! Also retaining water and have a bad back!!!! So yesterday I had a brake down, later finding myself on the floor. Often when I get mad I also over heat now. So I get what your going through. Oh also the dogs seem to like hiding shoes on me. out of 3 pair I moved here with I now have one of each shoe!!! Buying sandles tomarrow!!! Sorry your getting stress out, even if I don't finish all my projects, I must remember if I start stressing to STOP WHAT EVER I'M DOING, DRINK SOMETHING TO HYDRATE AND SIT AND CHILL, NO NEWS... RELAXING MUSIC, FUNNY TV SHOW...
Sorry to hear that. I hope things work out mate :)
Colin thank you for such honesty. My husband has PTSD and chronic depression and now I suffer from anxiety and I know it’s brought on by all the worry. I haven’t told my husband as his problems are much greater and he needs to at least think I’m in control when he needs it. I tell you this because I want to say Shaun you’re also amazing, I know how scary it can be at times and you so need to look after you. I have never suffered from anxiety but things have just got on top of me. Please Shaun be careful and look out for you. You’re amazing guys, thanks for being here. ❤️