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U are a legend man.

Hello Mark! Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I'm waiting for new videos.

Hello from Oregon:) I have a brother that struggles a lot. Sometimes I feel mad at him because his choices affect me and my family and that makes me feel so many emotions. We both have some childhood trauma. Watching this really helped me understand, what not just what I go through sometimes. But what he probably goes through a lot. Thanks so much for sharing, I think you're awesome:)

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I have to copy another comment and also say that I came from your SBSK interview years ago and have been watching your videos ever since. In fact, I commented on that interview that I deeply resonated with it because I was 17 at the time and was thinking of suicide via a gun my mother owned. My comment received lots of support and even a response from you encouraging me to send a message if I needed to talk, which I appreciated very much even if I didn’t reply to anyone out of shyness. Fast forward, I am turning 20 next year. Lots of good things happened. I started college, started my first job, and am doing things 17 year old me never thought would be possible. I started zoloft too but have been off for a while due to some life events. This year has been an emotional roller coaster and unfortunately I am once again finding myself on the bottom of the ride. It’s hard to not listen to these emotional thoughts when I have had them for so long and they are so so loud and it really seems like the rational answer after a while and that it’s truly what I want. But I’m still watching your videos, and they still resonate with me and help me ground myself, even if it’s just for a few moments. So here I am once again a few years later letting you know your impact. I love your videos and I wish I had a figure like you in my life. I was so down today after realizing how much I was struggling with school and I felt like a failure and I was overwhelmed with thoughts of suicide. I came across this video after not watching your videos in a while and it once again comforted me. So thank you again and again for taking the time to make these videos. I really wish you the best.

Thanks for sharing.... i probably needed to hear this.

I am a total stranger stopping by to say I love your sideburns and your hair. Your whole look is great!

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I'm not growing side burns sorry

I'm not as strong as you are. My injury was in 2013, isolation has had very negative effects on me. I don't fit in with normies, they abandoned me once I became disabled. So I only seem to make friends with other disabled people. I struggled so much with missing my life before I was disabled. Your strength and personality is genuine Mark. I'm not nearly as strong as you are, but you are an inspiration. I am enjoying following you.

Thanks for sharing dude. Like you I went though childhood sexual abuse as well as multiple traumas which have led to me also having PTSD and Complex PTSD. I am also a survivor of suicide attempts which have led to permanent organ damage. I want you to know your story and your resilience are so inspiring and that I'm really glad that you are still here with us.

Truuue. Thanks for sharing man.

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That's a tough one, to separate hopefulness from unrealistic fantasy. Good topic bestie

Very helpful mark!

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Hi! Thank you very much for the video.

Awesome Mark!

Feeling the joy that pours out of this jam! Much needed and appreciated Mark ❤

Sounds Great Ehlert!

Thank you, Mark. I'm sure you've already saved some lives. And I will remember your words next time I start having those feelings.

Thanks for the video Mark, we really appreciate it

Thank your for sharing this important message and for keeping on fighting and finding joy in life, ur a real inspiration. God bless you

I'm sure that this video will help save someone, perhaps several folks out there who find themselves in turmoil & despair. Thank you, Mark!

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I saw your interview with SBSK years ago and every time since then that I felt drawn to that darkest place, I’ve thought of you. In a way you’ve helped keep this life going. May you be blessed.

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Love seeing you in your element when drumming and singing ❤

Love this Mark! Vocals are tight! Awesome energy- keeping it very sexy indeed! Thanks for posting- enjoyed very much 😍

Hi mark, im finding life pretty hard at the moment and i like to watch TH-cam videos of other people's life experiences to relate to or just to hear other story's and it makes myself feel better. I want to say your one of the most intelligent, inspiring people i have come across. I saw your video on special books by special kids and it touched me a lot was a great video. Your a awesome guy and im excited to keep watching your videos

Mark, I just want to tell you I’m glad I met you years ago. And I’m so grateful your channel popped up for me tonight. The timing is CRAZY and I want to thank you - I needed it right now. Lots of love for YOU, and sharing your strength.

Mark!!! Oh my goodness, I’m SO happy I saw your video pop across my feed! We used to hang out at Flatlander’s open mic nights, like, a million years ago! I will never forget the first time I watched you drum and Obie leaned over to me and told me you were blind…it still gives me chills man. REALLY happy to see your video and that you’re doing great! You amazed me back then with your determination and it’s great to see you thriving all these years later! Keep rocking life ❤ -Nicki

Love this Mark- this was so insightful, practical, joyful, and Awesome. thank you for sharing what your day and routine are like. I am impressed with your knowledge of nutrition ie vitamins, food, sleep, exercise. No wonder you have so much boundless energy and vitality!! Your advice with healthy living could benefit anyone- sounds like you really have it "locked" down! But I also suspect that you are curious and on the look out for improving on what you have already established. I also have a similar mindset when it comes to nutrition and healthy lifestyle- I also am a fan of taking the stairs whenever possible. I work on the 6th floor of my building, and I huff and puff and sometime swear under my breath, b/c I'm carrying a heavy backpack and whatever else I need to get through my day. People at work have nick named me the Sherpa lady or pack mule!! LOL. What I say to myself to keep motivated to take the stairs is that as long as my legs work, I can climb the stairs- no need for the elevator. The day my legs quit working is the day I can rely on the elevator!! Keep up the good work and good living my friend- you are an inspiration and joy not only to me, but many. As always, keep it sexy 🙂

Mark, youre a big inspiration to me. I notice your mental strenght despite your obstacles. If it is not too much to ask, i was qurious as to where your brain damage is located, which areas exept for the visual cortex were affected? Much love to you man ❤

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Mark-really cool! Great drumming and singing with the right accent. Really good performance! What a fun song! -Jeff

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love it Mark! what a fun piece- you nailed it right down to the "dubliner accent" 😁

U are my idol. I really dont know how u manage it. I am tired of this life and health issues and traumas.

Mark-This is really funny stuff with a great delivery! -Jeff

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Preach brother!! Yesssss- sooo true- so much wisdom in your advice- thank you for being so transparent and real Mark- you are a true inspiration. Attitude is everything. We will experience things and circumstances that suck, sometimes through no fault of our own, sometimes as a result of the choices we make. Initial feelings of anger and upset are completely normal and part of what helps us to survive as humans- heck, even Jesus himself got angry at hypocrisy and flipped over a few tables :-) What you shared is so important- and I'll add to not beat yourself up for initially feeling upset over sh*tty circumstances or events- but its essential to pivot from that and take a step back, look at the big picture, cool down, and take an objective look at things. And there are times when even after all that, there is no good excuse or reason for what has hurt you. Hopefully those situations are far and few, but that is where the gift of forgiveness can go a long way. In many instances , the forgiveness is not merited, but for the sake of your own emotional well being, is necessary, because bitterness of the emotions and soul is a destroyer. There is nothing more valuable in life than inner peace. And that my friend, is how we keep it sexy 😁

Reframing your thoughts of needing dependency is true wisdom. I am dependent on many due to my PTSD. I relate with this a lot because I always beat myself up over it daily. Thank you for this, but none of this is your fault. We are all a product of the cards we are dealt. You are loved dearly Mark.

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Brilliant and inspirational. Thank you, Mark. Jeff

We should all give ourselves more credit!