As I've gotten older, my body started telling me (more and more loudly) that it was time to move on from alcohol. I now just have an occasional glass of wine or whatever. And even that, I'm considering quitting out of principle. Anyhow, good for you! Best wishes with the change. My advice: focus on the physical fitness, maybe some group classes that have a social aspect too.
I realize if I don’t stop myself my body will force me to have a break.. don’t want that at all! I don’t intend to quit for good but at least progress my channel and lifestyle a bit more
Thank you for bringing up this topic and all the best with this life change. I equate being sober to living life “without a net” aka not having the option to use substances to deal with underlying issues which might surface so well done for exploring that way of life. I’m always surprised when alcohol issues are being discussed that no one ever mentions AA or other 12 step programmes. Talking to someone in a therapy setting is a good start and hopefully any decent therapist will suggest an appropriate 12 step programme but therapy on its own will not be enough to deal with the issue in the long run. Getting support from people who’ve been through it and have long term recovery is the only thing that will work in the long term and still that’s not a foregone conclusion. There are plenty of AA and NA meetings in bkk as well as around the world. For anyone struggling with alcohol/drugs who might be reading this comment and is ready to receive help give a meeting a try. Again, thank you Rob for bringing up the topic as it opens the door for people to open up about it; it will help them feeling less alone with it. That, in itself can be a great start. All the best
If this video helps even one person on there journey then its all worth it.. I dont care for the haters they can do one 😂 I can see the road that some go down for sure and im able to take a step back from that but many are not able to and get sucked into darker roads for sure. Having someone to speak to who understand deffo helps and I will be filming a video next week with a content creator who you guys may well know already but have not seen for some time.. both going to be fully open about our experiences with anxiety and depression over the past 12 months.. no shame.. just real life talk and hopefully spark more conversation.
As I spend more and more time in Thailand (here rn) I have taken a simple philosophy. I alternate soda water with an alcoholic drink when I do go out. And I can go days on end where I take no alcohol at all. I have been here 1-month this trip and been drunk twice, and even then I was mao nit noi at most. At my age (59yo) I ignore peer pressure and just do what suits me. It’s the best way.
Been going to LOS since 2007. So many trips were a blur of Singha and Heinekin, party till late, sleep till 3pm, repeat. Then in 2014, I stopped drinking. I felt so much better and actually enjoyed LOS way more sober than drunk. Its hard to explain- its a journey you gotta take and take a lone. But the end result is incredible. You will feel waaay better. My 2 cents is to change how you eat as well, and to quit sugar and the end result will be even more amazing. Good luck.
Whats LOS? Sorry if its a simple answer.. Im a simple chap haha Im trying to reduce my sugar intake as well! And would like to be able to do a few laps of the track near where I live as well.. small changes to my life can make a huge difference
Honoured to have a had a drink with U bro. Such a legend I look forward to next time just spending a few hours exploring bkk no alcohol needed bro. This is a good video which is a subject that needs to be spoken about.
Hello mate I will be doing the same as you from November, 3 months Muay Thai and 3 months travelling , I’m 58 yrs old and I need to sort out my physical and mental health
That’s great to hear! We only get one body and mind ah! Should really look after it instead of trying to escape it all the time. I am fond of a sunset beer at the beach though 😂
Best of luck in your journey Rob. That's the gig right. You get to stages where things don't have the same meaning / connection as they used to. Maybe part of the trick is to be in a space where firstly your awareness and then your actions lead you to another path...and that's the exciting bit, where that path then becomes a new adventure. Be well my friend. 🙏
Thanks Mark! It’s deffo worth taking a step back and reflecting for sure! Can feel like living in a a movie sometimes here’s and all the days and weeks blend together
Oh good man! I don’t intend to quit for good but want to be much more purposeful instead of just drinking for the sake of it because I’m bored or lonely
It must be hard not to drink in Bangkok.When I am home I can go on with not drinking for a week or so,not really need to have a beer.When in Thailand on holiday,it’s drink everyday haha.Fair play to you Rob,take care and be safe.
Thanks a lot man! Because all my friends are content creators there no such thing as mon - fri.. and also that I’m single it can get lonely sometimes so I just go have a beer to engage with others. But it’s just not helping in the long run and actually making my way of life way worse
My 🎩 hats off to you , Well done on the first step to a successful fruitful and healthy journey… I don’t drink 🚱 or smoke 💨 and I can enjoy my life knowing I’m going to be happy and healthy and that’s what matters to me . I wish you all the best and all the success for your channel. Peace ✌️
Good decision Rob, wish you all the best. I still like a good wine sometimes with dinner or a beer but I try to drink not too often and just a glass or a small bottle. Great video also for other people
All in moderation for sure! Ill deffo be having a sunset beer again on the beach but need to start focusing on work and the future of this channel first before I start to celebrate to early
Nice to see Soi 8. I'll be there in 2 weeks time arrive Wednesday staying at Adelphi Suites and I will be having a few beers lol but I am trying not to drink as much as I have done before there cheers🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍻🇹🇭
If "friends" are giving you crap for drinking soft drinks while they drink alcohol, then they are not true friends. You will find some that will ask you out for a drink even know your not going to drink alcohol with them.
I experimented with my own life a bit the past year. Although I wasn’t a heavy drinker, I switched from cocktails to mocktails and smoothies. I lost 3-4 pounds very quickly, and I sleep a lot better.
I like and appreciate that Ive seen the BKK YT crowd tackling this rather ticklish subject lately. It needs to be said and while many will not make the connection or desire to make a change, if just one does...you may have saved a life! And that my friend is something to be proud of....my 2 cents.
The risk to youtubers making content like this is the ''Cry for help'' comments.. Thankfully ive not had one but I have heard comments about other content out there and it can put creators off opening up so much. I personally couldnt care less what people think of me and if my video helps one person avoid the dark roads then absolute win! Ill have a mental health video coming shortly too where I will be brutally honest about my journey so far in the hope it will help others 🙏
@@ProjectBangkok interesting. Never considered the "cry for help". But, it could seemingly produce a touch of moral dilemma or angst for the content creator. Does perhaps present an interesting topic for another vlog...the psycho-social aspects re:the pseudo relationship between subscribers and content creators. No doubt some subscribers may feel an intimacy or bond (beyond mutual appreciation) that just does not exist.
Great video, I am 25 and moved to Thailand in January from the uk. But have 99% quit alcohol now and need to start trying getting myself fit. Any advice to make new friends who are focusing more on this rather than going out every day?
Mmm because im out everyday alone making my videos I tend not to make room for new friends.. I have my smal circle I trust now so will stick with that haha if I meet more on the way then amazing!
Good for you mate! I quit drinking about four years ago because I hated the feeling the next day that I had poison myself. I will have an ocassional one drink once in a blue moon in a social setting.
I dont miss hangovers! Also If i have even 2 beers my sleep is affected so much its horrible.. will stick with coffee for a few months and improving my life
Good luck Rob, I’ll give you 2 weeks lol…..but seriously, okay to keep going out, just slow down the pace and volume of drinks. As a fellow expat I know thats not easy, but I limit myself to 2 nights out a week. I chose to live in Sathorn as well, so less bars & temptation. If I was on Sukhumvit I’d be a nightmare as I like playing pool.
2 weeks in generous haha 2 nights a week would end the channel 🙈 Ill stay off it for a bit then would like to have 1 blow out per month providing I hit all my goals on the channel
@@ProjectBangkok good stuff, best of luck. Think might do same, was at Stella Secret Bar till 5am this morning as a mate came through BKK on an overnight layover and wanted to go out. Wasted the day sleeping, I’m done for this month - no more booze.
I’m a little over 4 years now of being alcohol free. I do not miss the hangovers. I’m not having near as much fun but I am staying out of trouble. Sure I still do plenty of stupid things but I have more time to work on myself and try to improve
4 Years is amazing Bradley! I bet you feel on top of the world now? Staying out of trouble is the key for me haha I want to put in some ground work on the channel now so that I can relax a bit more later down the road I think
Hey thx Rob… not sure if you remember but I met you at Jonny’s meetup back in November on Soi 7. It was great to meet you and all the other people in attendance that evening
i come to Thailand for short trips - I am here now, when I am here i see loads of bars full of ex pats very early in the day. I find I drink most days even though when I am home i only drink 2 times a month, so i fully understand you mate. I do prefer to come here and get stuck into the gym, there's a great gym in Asok that I could spend all day there. Good for my physical and mental health.
I see the same.. from 9am sometimes they will be say with a bottle of beer watching the world go by.. at the same time I remind myself that its there life! Who am I to judge.. Maybe they drink everyday.. maybe there on holiday and its the first beer they have had in 6 months.. hard to tell sometimes.
I tried n settled for middle ground.......i just have brewed beer two times a month. But my attention is on how i can eat healthy n explore world. Hot drinks i never had....or like to have. 5 % drinking+ sx Rest love the world n explore
Few beers every month is sweet as! Id like to have one blow out a month in the future pending my monthly goals are reached and iv looked after my health.. I think thats fair
👏👏👍🏽 good on you. I began by doing 2x 3 month breaks , now have complete given up on beer 🍺. So no more beer festival for me which was the thing that kept me going back to the beer 🍺, like you stated more for social aspect , however I did enjoy trying and meet new breweries beers. But listening to Andy Ramage on Rich Roll podcast really may me think again and I gave up beer . They does need more 0% bar where people can go without the pressure of you need to have beer 🍺.. however I am surprised how many breweries are now making 0% beers long with wines gin ect.. I just believe they need to bars just sell 0% drink as take the away temptation and you still be sociable with like mind people. Thank you for sharing.. good luck it not easy in Thailand lots of toxic’s ally where ever you go..
Good job on changing I know it can be hard, but one reason many feel so bad and whatnot after drinking is because they are lacking certain vitamins and don't drink enough water or gator-aid during their drinking time. Even after nights of hard drinking I never wake up with a hangover anymore, those are for teens lol
Yeah I think your ryt! We forget how hot it is outside sometimes and end up dehydrated on top of consuming way too much alcohol. Everything in moderation is the key
@ProjectBangkok I had Thailand on my short list of places I would retire, but the Ft Lauderdale/Vegas atmosphere in places oh & visa hoops makes it a better place to visit I'm leaning towards Cambodia but until I taste & feel how everything goes, I can't put that in concrete. I'm not worried about temptation, from a far it doesn't fit my personality. But who knows Maybe I will see ya & give ya a wave Be safe
@ProjectBangkok Thanks for asking. Bar.Yard really surprised me last visit, so I might say it. Others would be Tichuca, Char and Belga. I am going to try to get my # to 40 in July and August if the rainy season cooperates. Lol I enjoy your videos!
I stopped it all during Covid when bars shut down. I’m Lucky if I drink once a week now, plus as soon as I hit 40 the hangovers got worse. 3 days in bed dying after a night out is no good 😂
Because alcohol is thankfully not a problem for me at all and I enjoy a beer every so often so why not enjoy in the future. Can’t beat a good sunset beer at the beach for sure. It’s just affecting my productivity at the moment so is the first thing to be sacrificed. It’s so easy to get lost in the booze here it’s worth talking about and opening conversation
Congrats, it's a great idea. But maybe get your testosterone levels checked as well, if they're low, you get brutally bad hangovers and it only gets worse over time. Still a good idea to take a break, obviously, but definitely get them checked. I went from them lasting sometimes 3 or 4 days to basically being gone in half a day, along with a myriad of other benefits
Great move to give up alcohol and swap it for Muay Thai Loads of great gyms close by and many have a decent social media presence you can work with Good luck on your journey !
Iv not given up for good but I am at least quitting for 3-6 months.. and who knows after that I might not even want to go back.. time will tell my friend
WELL DONE,,i did not drink for 10 years these days i really do not drink for 11 months of year ,but smash it drink heavy that month in Thailand , so what saying you can do it control it
@@ProjectBangkok but i craving now,as i normally be there or in process of returning this time of year i not able until very late in year or 2025 to return it make me bit sad not be able to catch up have drink /coffee the guy and the meet greets
so many guy's working in "tourism" in Thailand has come to realize that the "2 week millionaire turist lifestyle" don't work longterm over the years i live here in Bangkok with a NORMAL office job away from all that. Some never wake up and many "jump" in the end because the burned all their bridges economically and family and friends at home and have nothing to return to
It happens time and time again! I can see how it happens for sure.. every year I have moved myself more and more away from the centre and all the tourist nonsense for exactly this reason. I have terrible impulse control so have to remove myself from the situation in order to live a ''normal'' lifestyle. Im super happy with where my life is at the moment and the decisions I have made
@@ProjectBangkok when the thai "golden shine" wears off with girls' and booze and it all gets boring and standard its time to leave all that and try live a normal life yes.. many guys get stuck in the "swamp" because they chase that "first kick" they did get in Thailand along time ago..
You are actually joining a growing social trend. While the older generations (born in 50s and 60s) have incorporated drinking into their normal lives, alcohol is less important to people born in more recent generations. It's a change that is working its way through western culture. Part may have to do with the cost but i think its also shifting priorities and how younger adults think of entertainment and personal health.
I hate trends haha hence no night life videos.. no roti lady.. no Jay Fai! but thought this is something I should talk about and just keep things real. Non of us are perfect especially me! The relationship with westerners and alcohol here is no secret and should be talked about more openly I think.. You never know if a silly video like mine might plant enough of a seed to prevent someone going to wrong path in the future.. who knows.. I can see why some take the dark and lonely road for sure! Ill be talking about mental health in an up coming video as well 🙏
I guess its ok to 'enjoy' the new lifestyle for a year or two after moving to thailand. But it will ALWAYS be the right choice to stop once the negative aspects of drinking start to show . Well done Rob (Project Pyongyang) 😂
Exactly, it's a fact that quitting booze not only makes your world a better place to be in, good things start to “magically” happen and the energy is insane! Steffon Barkload's Quit Drinking Forever, that’s the best shortcut I go’ogled that took less than a week to work without suffering withdrawal.
Been sober for 8 years. I am one of those who would be in the bar slinging straight vodkas until 2AM. So glad that is behind me. And you may find after your 6 month trial period, you have no desire to drink. ever again. Believe me, life is better when you can see things clearly. Good luck, and if needed, check out some AA meetings in your neighborhood, you will meet some cool like minded people who have also turned their life around. I have friends for life thanks to AA
Glad to see friends of Bill also following this channel. Congrats on 8 years and thanks for mentioning AA. I was the only one to do so until now. 12 steps saved my life too and you’re right I’ve still got friends from the 90’s from when I got sober. Thanks for joining the conversation. All the best 😊
I suspect that yes perhaps after adjusting my lifestyle I won’t want to ruin everything.. I’m already feeling wayyyy better just a couple weeks in.. I never really drink much overall but my body was definitely telling me to ease up a touch. I hear AA is a good option for a lot of people. I don’t have a problem with alcohol myself so wouldn’t be able to relate so much. But I see how easy it is to get sucked into Bangkok and all of its temptations! Thank you for taking the time and sharing your story today it’s much appreciated 🙏🏻
@@ProjectBangkok yeah, you get to meet God and shit, it’s similar to death but without dying, I’ve done both, my first trip was thanks to Koh Samui motorcycle accident.
@@ProjectBangkok Ayahuasca is great, but it’s not as good as death! No I’m not promoting Suicide to anyone just comparing the two situations NDE vs DMT
Well done Rob,, I’ve lived here in Hua Hin for two and a half years and was always a heavy drinker. Lived in Bangkok and Pattaya previously and drank every night. Decided to stop drinking a couple of months ago and have found it very easy. I go out to bars with friends who know I’ve stopped, and they don’t ask if I want a beer as we all have separate bins which makes it easier than being involved in rounds. Can’t say I feel better for it apart from no hangover but financially I can see a big improvement. Good luck on your journey 👍🏻
Keep going Rob, nice video & a good topic not to be taken lightly .. I’ve been feeling a bit low I have to admit these last few days .. 🥹. A bit lethargic & thinking ( maybe overthinking ) , I not a drinker , only 1/2 a week btw , but no regrets in leaving the uk 🇬🇧🙏
We all have our ups and downs for sure. I will cover more on my mental health in 2 weeks time for a follow up video.. so a bit more open about reality and my journey so far
When I first arrived it took me forever to get o it of holiday mode! So was out almost every night when I first come for maybe 3+ months.. thankfully have calmed down now otherwise I’d just end up another statistic
Rob,gave up at 63 now 66,I always warn people if you give up drinking for a prolonged period you will never drink again.Feel great,but you will have so much sober time you will have to deal with all your demons,big or small.
I do wonder if after 6 months I wont want to go back! Only time will tell my friend.. looking forward to seeing my progress over the next coming months
Rob,my situation was similar,a day on the drink would require 3 days recovery and loss of motivation,for exercise etcLucky for me my wife also gave up,now we really can’t invision a life with alcohol.
You show the scenes in Soi Cowboy or Nana almost everywhere. I've only been there twice, once my girlfriend showed it to me, once I showed it to friends. That's not Bangkok, my goodness
Good for you, Note on the side, not cool to talk about alcoholism and have a b-roll with people that didn't agree to being film having a beer at a bar.
I don’t need permission to film people. And it’s beyond obvious that the clip wasn’t implying they were alcoholics what so ever. Not one person would think that at all.. and if they did.. they should seek help immediately 😂
I rarely drink alcohol, however when I do, I stick to Vodka, Gin, Whiskey etc. These digest much quicker, don't have the processed Xenoestrogens and calories found in Beer etc, meaning you won't gain anywhere near as much weight and your body recovers far faster. Supplements like TUDCA also help decrease the liver damage. If you need someone to help you get the best mental and physical shape of your life in Bangkok, please let me know, I'm a personal trainer based in SEA, however I'd love to coach you for free.
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As I've gotten older, my body started telling me (more and more loudly) that it was time to move on from alcohol. I now just have an occasional glass of wine or whatever. And even that, I'm considering quitting out of principle. Anyhow, good for you! Best wishes with the change. My advice: focus on the physical fitness, maybe some group classes that have a social aspect too.
I realize if I don’t stop myself my body will force me to have a break.. don’t want that at all! I don’t intend to quit for good but at least progress my channel and lifestyle a bit more
@@ProjectBangkok How about a video on intro to meditation from the capital of meditation?
Thank you for bringing up this topic and all the best with this life change.
I equate being sober to living life “without a net” aka not having the option to use substances to deal with underlying issues which might surface so well done for exploring that way of life.
I’m always surprised when alcohol issues are being discussed that no one ever mentions AA or other 12 step programmes. Talking to someone in a therapy setting is a good start and hopefully any decent therapist will suggest an appropriate 12 step programme but therapy on its own will not be enough to deal with the issue in the long run.
Getting support from people who’ve been through it and have long term recovery is the only thing that will work in the long term and still that’s not a foregone conclusion.
There are plenty of AA and NA meetings in bkk as well as around the world. For anyone struggling with alcohol/drugs who might be reading this comment and is ready to receive help give a meeting a try.
Again, thank you Rob for bringing up the topic as it opens the door for people to open up about it; it will help them feeling less alone with it. That, in itself can be a great start.
All the best
If this video helps even one person on there journey then its all worth it.. I dont care for the haters they can do one 😂
I can see the road that some go down for sure and im able to take a step back from that but many are not able to and get sucked into darker roads for sure.
Having someone to speak to who understand deffo helps and I will be filming a video next week with a content creator who you guys may well know already but have not seen for some time.. both going to be fully open about our experiences with anxiety and depression over the past 12 months.. no shame.. just real life talk and hopefully spark more conversation.
AA and NA are always recommended by me for support.
🎉 this is great!!! Good luck man. Enjoy the sober journey. It’s going to change your whole outlook.
Thanks very much :)
As I spend more and more time in Thailand (here rn) I have taken a simple philosophy. I alternate soda water with an alcoholic drink when I do go out. And I can go days on end where I take no alcohol at all. I have been here 1-month this trip and been drunk twice, and even then I was mao nit noi at most. At my age (59yo) I ignore peer pressure and just do what suits me. It’s the best way.
Keep up the good effort Rob!! Glad to meet you in person yesterday evening :)
Thank you so much! Good of you to say hello as well my friend 🙏
Been going to LOS since 2007. So many trips were a blur of Singha and Heinekin, party till late, sleep till 3pm, repeat. Then in 2014, I stopped drinking. I felt so much better and actually enjoyed LOS way more sober than drunk. Its hard to explain- its a journey you gotta take and take a lone. But the end result is incredible. You will feel waaay better. My 2 cents is to change how you eat as well, and to quit sugar and the end result will be even more amazing. Good luck.
Whats LOS? Sorry if its a simple answer.. Im a simple chap haha Im trying to reduce my sugar intake as well! And would like to be able to do a few laps of the track near where I live as well.. small changes to my life can make a huge difference
@@ProjectBangkok Land of Smiles
Honoured to have a had a drink with U bro. Such a legend I look forward to next time just spending a few hours exploring bkk no alcohol needed bro. This is a good video which is a subject that needs to be spoken about.
Yes sirrrrrr... even though I bailed on you haha
@@ProjectBangkok hahaha your forgiven bro 😜
Great vlog Rob! Good luck and all the best continuing a new lifestyle and growing your channel. 🙌🏼😊
Thank you Rosie much appreciated 🙏🏻 new chapter in my life and feeling amazing!
Hello mate
I will be doing the same as you from November, 3 months Muay Thai and 3 months travelling , I’m 58 yrs old and I need to sort out my physical and mental health
That’s great to hear! We only get one body and mind ah! Should really look after it instead of trying to escape it all the time. I am fond of a sunset beer at the beach though 😂
@@ProjectBangkok
I have reached the age of realisation, time is our enemy so best to make the most of it
Excellent vid that will resonate with many across SEA 👍
It seems to have sparked a conversation in the comments for sure and that alone makes it all worth it
@@ProjectBangkok Nice job!
Best of luck in your journey Rob. That's the gig right. You get to stages where things don't have the same meaning / connection as they used to. Maybe part of the trick is to be in a space where firstly your awareness and then your actions lead you to another path...and that's the exciting bit, where that path then becomes a new adventure. Be well my friend. 🙏
Thanks Mark! It’s deffo worth taking a step back and reflecting for sure! Can feel like living in a a movie sometimes here’s and all the days and weeks blend together
well said!
Great News Rob 🎉 Best of luck 🤗
Thank you 🙏🏻 good things to come hopefully
Quit alcohol 2 years ago, best thing for my health and physique, forgot about hangovers too
Oh good man! I don’t intend to quit for good but want to be much more purposeful instead of just drinking for the sake of it because I’m bored or lonely
Good for you mate! Top quality video as always! Any help is betterhelp 😊
Thank you so much 👍 I truly believe in todays sponsor and I hope they are able to help some people work through there troubles 🙏🏻
It must be hard not to drink in Bangkok.When I am home I can go on with not drinking for a week or so,not really need to have a beer.When in Thailand on holiday,it’s drink everyday haha.Fair play to you Rob,take care and be safe.
Thanks a lot man! Because all my friends are content creators there no such thing as mon - fri.. and also that I’m single it can get lonely sometimes so I just go have a beer to engage with others. But it’s just not helping in the long run and actually making my way of life way worse
Yehey!!!!! Best decision!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Cheering for you, PJ!!!! 🎉❤
Stick at it man. I truly hope you achieve this.
My 🎩 hats off to you , Well done on the first step to a successful fruitful and healthy journey… I don’t drink 🚱 or smoke 💨 and I can enjoy my life knowing I’m going to be happy and healthy and that’s what matters to me . I wish you all the best and all the success for your channel. Peace ✌️
Thank you Paul! There’s nothing more important than our health so want to look after mine in this beautiful country
Good decision Rob, wish you all the best. I still like a good wine sometimes with dinner or a beer but I try to drink not too often and just a glass or a small bottle. Great video also for other people
All in moderation for sure! Ill deffo be having a sunset beer again on the beach but need to start focusing on work and the future of this channel first before I start to celebrate to early
@@ProjectBangkok I'm sure you will succeed I really like your channel!
Congrats on making a wise choice. I am in the same boat with you. I just don't enjoy drinking like I did when I was a young man.
Im always going to the same places all the time as well so its just like ground hog day.. Ill save the drinking for when im down the beach I think
Nice to see Soi 8. I'll be there in 2 weeks time arrive Wednesday staying at Adelphi Suites and I will be having a few beers lol but I am trying not to drink as much as I have done before there cheers🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍻🇹🇭
When your on holiday go nuts haha thats what holidays are for :)
If "friends" are giving you crap for drinking soft drinks while they drink alcohol, then they are not true friends. You will find some that will ask you out for a drink even know your not going to drink alcohol with them.
I experimented with my own life a bit the past year. Although I wasn’t a heavy drinker, I switched from cocktails to mocktails and smoothies. I lost 3-4 pounds very quickly, and I sleep a lot better.
Great video Rob ! always nice to see BKK Pat :)
Thanks for watching Marc! Yeah Pat has seen his fair share of stories over the years
I like and appreciate that Ive seen the BKK YT crowd tackling this rather ticklish subject lately. It needs to be said and while many will not make the connection or desire to make a change, if just one does...you may have saved a life! And that my friend is something to be proud of....my 2 cents.
The risk to youtubers making content like this is the ''Cry for help'' comments.. Thankfully ive not had one but I have heard comments about other content out there and it can put creators off opening up so much. I personally couldnt care less what people think of me and if my video helps one person avoid the dark roads then absolute win! Ill have a mental health video coming shortly too where I will be brutally honest about my journey so far in the hope it will help others 🙏
@@ProjectBangkok interesting. Never considered the "cry for help". But, it could seemingly produce a touch of moral dilemma or angst for the content creator. Does perhaps present an interesting topic for another vlog...the psycho-social aspects re:the pseudo relationship between subscribers and content creators. No doubt some subscribers may feel an intimacy or bond (beyond mutual appreciation) that just does not exist.
Awesome video man! Great move
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching
Great video, I am 25 and moved to Thailand in January from the uk. But have 99% quit alcohol now and need to start trying getting myself fit. Any advice to make new friends who are focusing more on this rather than going out every day?
I move to Thailand in July, we can train, Im really into fitness...
Mmm because im out everyday alone making my videos I tend not to make room for new friends.. I have my smal circle I trust now so will stick with that haha if I meet more on the way then amazing!
Good for you mate! I quit drinking about four years ago because I hated the feeling the next day that I had poison myself. I will have an ocassional one drink once in a blue moon in a social setting.
I dont miss hangovers! Also If i have even 2 beers my sleep is affected so much its horrible.. will stick with coffee for a few months and improving my life
Good luck Rob, I’ll give you 2 weeks lol…..but seriously, okay to keep going out, just slow down the pace and volume of drinks. As a fellow expat I know thats not easy, but I limit myself to 2 nights out a week. I chose to live in Sathorn as well, so less bars & temptation. If I was on Sukhumvit I’d be a nightmare as I like playing pool.
2 weeks in generous haha 2 nights a week would end the channel 🙈 Ill stay off it for a bit then would like to have 1 blow out per month providing I hit all my goals on the channel
@@ProjectBangkok good stuff, best of luck. Think might do same, was at Stella Secret Bar till 5am this morning as a mate came through BKK on an overnight layover and wanted to go out. Wasted the day sleeping, I’m done for this month - no more booze.
I’m a little over 4 years now of being alcohol free. I do not miss the hangovers. I’m not having near as much fun but I am staying out of trouble. Sure I still do plenty of stupid things but I have more time to work on myself and try to improve
4 Years is amazing Bradley! I bet you feel on top of the world now? Staying out of trouble is the key for me haha I want to put in some ground work on the channel now so that I can relax a bit more later down the road I think
Hey thx Rob… not sure if you remember but I met you at Jonny’s meetup back in November on Soi 7. It was great to meet you and all the other people in attendance that evening
Good on you for quitting 😀 I don't drink either, and my body and wallet are pretty happy about it!
My wallet will be happy that’s for sure 😁
i come to Thailand for short trips - I am here now, when I am here i see loads of bars full of ex pats very early in the day. I find I drink most days even though when I am home i only drink 2 times a month, so i fully understand you mate. I do prefer to come here and get stuck into the gym, there's a great gym in Asok that I could spend all day there. Good for my physical and mental health.
I see the same.. from 9am sometimes they will be say with a bottle of beer watching the world go by.. at the same time I remind myself that its there life! Who am I to judge.. Maybe they drink everyday.. maybe there on holiday and its the first beer they have had in 6 months.. hard to tell sometimes.
I tried n settled for middle ground.......i just have brewed beer two times a month.
But my attention is on how i can eat healthy n explore world.
Hot drinks i never had....or like to have.
5 % drinking+ sx
Rest love the world n explore
Few beers every month is sweet as! Id like to have one blow out a month in the future pending my monthly goals are reached and iv looked after my health.. I think thats fair
👏👏👍🏽 good on you. I began by doing 2x 3 month breaks , now have complete given up on beer 🍺. So no more beer festival for me which was the thing that kept me going back to the beer 🍺, like you stated more for social aspect , however I did enjoy trying and meet new breweries beers. But listening to Andy Ramage on Rich Roll podcast really may me think again and I gave up beer . They does need more 0% bar where people can go without the pressure of you need to have beer 🍺.. however I am surprised how many breweries are now making 0% beers long with wines gin ect.. I just believe they need to bars just sell 0% drink as take the away temptation and you still be sociable with like mind people. Thank you for sharing.. good luck it not easy in Thailand lots of toxic’s ally where ever you go..
Good job on changing I know it can be hard, but one reason many feel so bad and whatnot after drinking is because they are lacking certain vitamins and don't drink enough water or gator-aid during their drinking time. Even after nights of hard drinking I never wake up with a hangover anymore, those are for teens lol
Yeah I think your ryt! We forget how hot it is outside sometimes and end up dehydrated on top of consuming way too much alcohol. Everything in moderation is the key
Thank you great advice ,once again
My pleasure! Thanks for watching
Great video mate 👍 I don’t drink that often anymore, it costs a lot of money to be honest
Yeah it all adds up mate for sure. I imagine my liver deserves a break as well as my wallet 😂
Yeah it all adds up mate for sure. I imagine my liver deserves a break as well as my wallet 😂
Great content
I'm not a drinker but we're similar in the fact however it made me feel absolutely terrible, even 3 drinks
Good luck
I used to be able to party everyday when I first arrived but now I cant do it.. will listen to my body! :)
@ProjectBangkok
I had Thailand on my short list of places I would retire, but the Ft Lauderdale/Vegas atmosphere in places oh & visa hoops makes it a better place to visit
I'm leaning towards Cambodia but until I taste & feel how everything goes, I can't put that in concrete. I'm not worried about temptation, from a far it doesn't fit my personality.
But who knows
Maybe I will see ya & give ya a wave
Be safe
I've been to over 30 rooftop bars in Bangkok. Mocktails look great in photos, too. 😉
Out of all of them what’s your favorite
@ProjectBangkok Thanks for asking. Bar.Yard really surprised me last visit, so I might say it. Others would be Tichuca, Char and Belga. I am going to try to get my # to 40 in July and August if the rainy season cooperates. Lol I enjoy your videos!
@majorkade I’ll have to check them all out. Thank you
I stopped it all during Covid when bars shut down. I’m Lucky if I drink once a week now, plus as soon as I hit 40 the hangovers got worse.
3 days in bed dying after a night out is no good 😂
My recovery time used to be 1 day… now it’s like 3 or 4! I think my body is telling me to calm down 😂
Great decision!
Thank you 🙏🏻
When you do drink is it binging? Also, why not quit altogether?
Because alcohol is thankfully not a problem for me at all and I enjoy a beer every so often so why not enjoy in the future. Can’t beat a good sunset beer at the beach for sure. It’s just affecting my productivity at the moment so is the first thing to be sacrificed. It’s so easy to get lost in the booze here it’s worth talking about and opening conversation
Congrats, it's a great idea. But maybe get your testosterone levels checked as well, if they're low, you get brutally bad hangovers and it only gets worse over time. Still a good idea to take a break, obviously, but definitely get them checked. I went from them lasting sometimes 3 or 4 days to basically being gone in half a day, along with a myriad of other benefits
Iv never thought about getting that done actually... Ill have to check it out when I go to Pattaya next I think
Great move to give up alcohol and swap it for Muay Thai
Loads of great gyms close by and many have a decent social media presence you can work with
Good luck on your journey !
Iv not given up for good but I am at least quitting for 3-6 months.. and who knows after that I might not even want to go back.. time will tell my friend
good for you. alcohol is over rated. best wishes on being the best version of yourself- thats the goal !! crush it !
Thank you so much! I’m excited for the future 🙏🏻
WELL DONE,,i did not drink for 10 years these days i really do not drink for 11 months of year ,but smash it drink heavy that month in Thailand , so what saying you can do it control it
All in moderation Gabreiella.. its okay when you are here on holiday.. Can drink everyday its all good
@@ProjectBangkok but i craving now,as i normally be there or in process of returning this time of year i not able until very late in year or 2025 to return it make me bit sad not be able to catch up have drink /coffee the guy and the meet greets
Well done ,keep it up.
I’ve never let it control me.
Once it does, you’re screwed.
Its game over from then!
so many guy's working in "tourism" in Thailand has come to realize that the "2 week millionaire turist lifestyle" don't work longterm over the years i live here in Bangkok with a NORMAL office job away from all that.
Some never wake up and many "jump" in the end because the burned all their bridges economically and family and friends at home and have nothing to return to
It happens time and time again! I can see how it happens for sure.. every year I have moved myself more and more away from the centre and all the tourist nonsense for exactly this reason. I have terrible impulse control so have to remove myself from the situation in order to live a ''normal'' lifestyle. Im super happy with where my life is at the moment and the decisions I have made
@@ProjectBangkok when the thai "golden shine" wears off with girls' and booze and it all gets boring and standard its time to leave all that and try live a normal life yes.. many guys get stuck in the "swamp" because they chase that "first kick" they did get in Thailand along time ago..
Awesome way to do it 👍.
Thank you! Cheers!
You are actually joining a growing social trend. While the older generations (born in 50s and 60s) have incorporated drinking into their normal lives, alcohol is less important to people born in more recent generations. It's a change that is working its way through western culture. Part may have to do with the cost but i think its also shifting priorities and how younger adults think of entertainment and personal health.
I hate trends haha hence no night life videos.. no roti lady.. no Jay Fai! but thought this is something I should talk about and just keep things real. Non of us are perfect especially me! The relationship with westerners and alcohol here is no secret and should be talked about more openly I think.. You never know if a silly video like mine might plant enough of a seed to prevent someone going to wrong path in the future.. who knows.. I can see why some take the dark and lonely road for sure! Ill be talking about mental health in an up coming video as well 🙏
Good video Mate. Happy to drink Coke Zero's with you man!!!!
Coke Zero for the win 💪🏻
Good job 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you! Cheers!
I guess its ok to 'enjoy' the new lifestyle for a year or two after moving to thailand. But it will ALWAYS be the right choice to stop once the negative aspects of drinking start to show . Well done Rob (Project Pyongyang) 😂
Exactly, it's a fact that quitting booze not only makes your world a better place to be in, good things start to “magically” happen and the energy is insane! Steffon Barkload's Quit Drinking Forever, that’s the best shortcut I go’ogled that took less than a week to work without suffering withdrawal.
I really do not understand why they want to ban weed again and still promoting alcohol like crazy in Thailand.
I think its just how outrageous the shops went with there store fronts.. took the piss far to quickly I think
@@ProjectBangkok yes, there are too many weed shops. Even a couple of small weed trucks on Soi 11 in Bangkok.
Been sober for 8 years. I am one of those who would be in the bar slinging straight vodkas until 2AM. So glad that is behind me.
And you may find after your 6 month trial period, you have no desire to drink. ever again. Believe me, life is better when you can see things clearly. Good luck, and if needed, check out some AA meetings in your neighborhood, you will meet some cool like minded people who have also turned their life around. I have friends for life thanks to AA
Glad to see friends of Bill also following this channel. Congrats on 8 years and thanks for mentioning AA. I was the only one to do so until now.
12 steps saved my life too and you’re right I’ve still got friends from the 90’s from when I got sober.
Thanks for joining the conversation.
All the best 😊
I suspect that yes perhaps after adjusting my lifestyle I won’t want to ruin everything.. I’m already feeling wayyyy better just a couple weeks in.. I never really drink much overall but my body was definitely telling me to ease up a touch. I hear AA is a good option for a lot of people. I don’t have a problem with alcohol myself so wouldn’t be able to relate so much. But I see how easy it is to get sucked into Bangkok and all of its temptations! Thank you for taking the time and sharing your story today it’s much appreciated 🙏🏻
Drank Ayahuasca, never touched alcohol since.
Ooooosssshhhh thats the heavy DMT type stuff ryt?
@@ProjectBangkok yeah, you get to meet God and shit, it’s similar to death but without dying, I’ve done both, my first trip was thanks to Koh Samui motorcycle accident.
@jakespeed6515 sounds like fun 😂
@@ProjectBangkok Ayahuasca is great, but it’s not as good as death! No I’m not promoting Suicide to anyone just comparing the two situations NDE vs DMT
can never go wrong with a cheeky Leo or two mate
Ohhhhh yes you can 😂
Two leads to six & six leads to 12.............
I love when I hear that someone made this decision. Good for you Rob.
Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it
Everything with moderation and balance… going to extremes with anything is very unhealthy… that includes fitness, eating, drinking and lifestyle
Well done Rob,, I’ve lived here in Hua Hin for two and a half years and was always a heavy drinker. Lived in Bangkok and Pattaya previously and drank every night.
Decided to stop drinking a couple of months ago and have found it very easy. I go out to bars with friends who know I’ve stopped, and they don’t ask if I want a beer as we all have separate bins which makes it easier than being involved in rounds.
Can’t say I feel better for it apart from no hangover but financially I can see a big improvement.
Good luck on your journey 👍🏻
Good luck Rob with this, sounds like a good idea!
Thank Nobbeh it’s been a long time coming I think! Health is more important than anything 💪🏻
Keep going Rob, nice video & a good topic not to be taken lightly .. I’ve been feeling a bit low I have to admit these last few days .. 🥹. A bit lethargic & thinking ( maybe overthinking ) , I not a drinker , only 1/2 a week btw , but no regrets in leaving the uk 🇬🇧🙏
We all have our ups and downs for sure. I will cover more on my mental health in 2 weeks time for a follow up video.. so a bit more open about reality and my journey so far
@@ProjectBangkok females do not help sometimes either 🥹
same
Good man!
Hahaha.....I've always thought you get into a bar fight nightly until now that you said you have only been going out 2-3 times a month.
When I first arrived it took me forever to get o it of holiday mode! So was out almost every night when I first come for maybe 3+ months.. thankfully have calmed down now otherwise I’d just end up another statistic
I nearly died in Pattaya --- drinking everyday --- different women every night ---- crazy six months -- never again 555555
It’s all part of the process though haha if you survive that then you get to stay 😂
Rob,gave up at 63 now 66,I always warn people if you give up drinking for a prolonged period you will never drink again.Feel great,but you will have so much sober time you will have to deal with all your demons,big or small.
I do wonder if after 6 months I wont want to go back! Only time will tell my friend.. looking forward to seeing my progress over the next coming months
Rob,my situation was similar,a day on the drink would require 3 days recovery and loss of motivation,for exercise etcLucky for me my wife also gave up,now we really can’t invision a life with alcohol.
Drink soda water and lime it tastes great and nobody knows your not drinking but you
Good luck with that...
You show the scenes in Soi Cowboy or Nana almost everywhere. I've only been there twice, once my girlfriend showed it to me, once I showed it to friends. That's not Bangkok, my goodness
Thanks Karen 🙏🏻 don’t know what we would do without you 😂
Good for you, Note on the side, not cool to talk about alcoholism and have a b-roll with people that didn't agree to being film having a beer at a bar.
I don’t need permission to film people. And it’s beyond obvious that the clip wasn’t implying they were alcoholics what so ever. Not one person would think that at all.. and if they did.. they should seek help immediately 😂
I rarely drink alcohol, however when I do, I stick to Vodka, Gin, Whiskey etc. These digest much quicker, don't have the processed Xenoestrogens and calories found in Beer etc, meaning you won't gain anywhere near as much weight and your body recovers far faster. Supplements like TUDCA also help decrease the liver damage.
If you need someone to help you get the best mental and physical shape of your life in Bangkok, please let me know, I'm a personal trainer based in SEA, however I'd love to coach you for free.