POWERFUL message Stephen. I'm 44 , 6'4, 309lbs and I would love to get down to 200lbs. Your message in this video and others have fired me up to just stop making F'ing excuses. I cried while viewing the last video about mental health, wow, that was very powerful for me. Please keep sharing your life. Thank you. Errick in Memphis TN USA.
Errick you can do it. I was in a dark unhealthy place for many years. Addicted to drugs, overweight, unhealthy. Running has helped me turn things around. I’m training for my third marathon now. The hardest part is getting started, and you’ve done that. Just focus on those small changes and staying on track. You can get to 200.
Scull, long-time follower of the podcast and your career here. I've never commented on any of your stuff before, but this time I just had to. I listened to your episode on the Superspaiens podcast earlier today and then your own latest podcast episode straight after. Between the two of them they're hands-down in the top five podcasts I've ever listened to. So much brilliant analysis, insight, and hard-won wisdom. It's incredible how much in-depth sports science, nutrition, and psychology knowledge you have under your bonnet, and the down-to-earth, common-sense way you explain it all is the icing on the cake. All of that to say: I've been learning about running and myself and life in general from your podcast for over three years now, I appreciate you sharing your life and its lessons with all of us, and I'm glad to have you in my life as an example of an honest guy trying to be a better human every day. Thanks boss
I stopped chasing happiness and ironically am the happiest ive ever been. I turned my focus to meaning, because without meaning happiness is just self indulgence. Looking after my home, my partner and myself gives my life meaning and I couldn't be happier for it.
Buddy, what a gold mine you are. I think a lot of people have a lot of these philosophical thoughts, but you have a fantastic way of getting them across in a relatable, empathetic and humble way. Its almost certainly the accent. Chuckle. Thank you for these.
Man will be fucking awesome to see you do Dublin again, we are all cheering for ya. I remember seeing you when you done 2.09 and it blew my mind. I'll be doing it too but don't think youll have me to worry about 😂
This is a great sequel to your last video. Really appreciated the development of your previous thoughts and some insight into sports psychology and mental health.
good luck in dublin champ im training for dublin to always watch ur channel i suffer with mental health all my life im 58 now my brother took his own life last November last time we spoke he wanted to know how i got on in the marathon so im doin it for him this year keep fighting the good fight❤
F@cking love this mate! I’ve been struggling a bit in a lot of ways lately, but have also been training for my second ever marathon. Have just run it, run a PB, and hit a goal I wasn’t sure I could hit. The sh!t I was struggling was just sitting there, waiting for me after I’d busted myself for a run. Your words have just offered a perspective I wish I’d found long ago. Monumental on a very personal scale, mate. Thank you!🙏
Thank you 🙏. This was a wonderful compliment to your last video and incredibly inspiring. Dublin should be epic for you! Putting a big goal like that out in public is an important step to achieving it.
If you ever feel down or alone again just come back to this nice video, see how many genuine likes you have, understand that people from every side of the World like you and appreciate content you make, GET UP AND MOVE FORWARD because you can and you should continue making good videos! I love running because of running, clearing my head, beeing one with nature, I don't ask for more, results are just very nice side effect..🤗
I can relate to so much that you speak about and I imagine I’m not the only one. What you say about being at your happiest when you are really applying yourself, totally rings true for me. I think there’s something that makes you happy when you can look yourself in the mirror at night and know you’ve given your all. PS - a night time ‘admin blast’ also works wonders for a settled mind! Hearing you speak makes me feel a lot more ‘normal’ and has really helped me to remember what’s important in life. MASSIVE respect Stephen, you continue to inspire x
I completely relate to this, including the getting the little things done. I know my mental health is suffering when I’m struggling to keep the kitchen clear I need to pay more attention to it to try to make the changes you talk about. Thanks for posting this. Good luck for Dublin
Mate, you're not alone at it. Keep doing you and listen to your mind and body. You're a great person and desrve to be happy, whether it is in running and training or just in feeling great. I am experincing something similar, sometimes I don't have powers to get up or do my chores or just to stick up to a plan and I think back and have an internal conversation of why I am doing it. Just be aware of what your mind tells you and where it tries to guide you. I am with you sharing my best wishes. If you met this comment just know that you are not in it by yourself. Cheers!
I ran sydney marathon last sunday, when it got tough near the end i just repeated "your an animal" and it got me thru. Thanks for everything Stephen :)
Hi Stephen, it is great that you share all of this with us ! Hope you get you qualifying time, and whatever the end result, it has been a great journey to share with us ! thanks man
This message is powerful brother. Especially for a young father of two/runner here. The authenticity speaks volume and thank you for sharing your story and lessons from it.
I am beginning to understand just how complex it is for elite sports athletes - your honesty and seeing the reality of what it takes is really humbling. Although I could never achieve your standards regarding performance, it is possible to achieve your standards regarding personal discipline, getting out the door when it’s dark and cold, getting in the gym for S&C, top quality nutrition / sleep / balancing all these and more takes a lot of mental fortitude - power to you Stephen 😊
Thank you Scully! This is just what I need. Your videos over the last couple of weeks have been very needed. We are in control of the way we feel, no one else has that over us.
Love this! The hard work is going to pay off. Since you are working at this intense level, would love to see what daily recovery looks like. We are all rooting for you!
See you at the Dublin marathon, you’ll probably be home showered and looking at your winners medal by the time I finish. But, your videos are helping me get off the couch and get ready.
Excellent,you are even back.more stornger in mind and physically. Remember that you are always incouraging,inspiring,helping and teaching many people. Therefore,Don't ever give up and continue with your hard work
Thanks Stephen, your mental relationship with running and comfort generally is so similar to my own. It’s meant a lot to hear your thoughts on this and has given me perspective to make some positive changes in my life and for my running.
Hi Stephen! Wanted to say a huge thank you for your channel and videos. Of the hundreds (if not thousands) of hours of triathlon and marathon videos I've watched, your videos capture the essence of running in the most practical, straight forward, and applicable way. My boyfriend and I have seen every single one.
@StephenScullion What a turn around from last week! Way better mindset which I hope comes from a strong psyche. I think you will overcome your low points. Good luck in Dublin!
You will get amazing support in Dublin and are more than capable of winning. Good luck with the rest of the training for it and good to hear you much happier
I've probably watched every video on your TH-cam channel and it's the best and most valuable series I've seen in a long time. You inspire me both as a marathon runner and as a musician (I am a professional double bass player and I face many challenges on my professional path). Thank you Stephen!
You inspired me stretch my calves before bed! "Because happiness isnt just going coming knocking, youve gotta go looking for it!" Great words Champion. Dublin sounds like a sensible goal-enjoy. Might attack the Dublin marathon myself next yr.
Great content Stephen. There's a quote I recently read from the Diary of Anne Frank that I think relates which is: "A quiet conscience gives you strength". Meaning here, if your room, finances, work life, relationships are squared away, then giving all of your attention and effort to running doesn't inconvenience yourself as much as it would have otherwise.
Love this Stephen. I'm glad you can see the way forward. Not running Berlin is definitely the right decision. I'm looking forward to following your journey to Dublin. Wishing you all the best 👍
I needed this today, I am training for my Comrades Marathon qualifying marathon on 04 November and I have been pushing really hard and I’m feeling so tired and asking myself why I’m doing this to myself, but it does make me feel better knowing I’m not the only one that struggles sometimes, I just need to keep going, I must just get through the slump.
"I get Back up and start again one step at a time one day at a time one obsatcle at a time and before you know it your living the dream" Stephen Scullion(one of his shorts)
Thanks for all running info. I wasn't an alcoholic,but even a few beers a few slowed me down and if course it affects the mental aspect. training is so much more fun and consistent.thankyou cheeres ☕
Fantastic, great to see you in a better place sir. Your brave and honest videos have inspired me to get a lot of my own shit in order and also to be much kinder to myself, as constant self doubt and being your harshest critic in a work environment is not a path to a happy life.
Loved the message Stephen, I literally cleaned up my room after this video haha it’s so true though, all these small things add up to the person we want to become. Thank you for being so open about your thoughts really appreciate it 🙏
Amazing videos, and incan totally relate, its really close to home for me. Alot of ppl are struggling with many of the issues you have been bringing up!
Good to see you getting deep into the grind again and looking forward to seeing you bounce back racing like an animal 💪 was thinking of this video on my HM session today, definitely helped with some positive motivation
Hope your feeling better Stephen. Keep your head up son and you'll get there. Just keep believing in yourself and occasionally take time out to observe the beauty of your surroundings and fully appreciate life in general. I suffer myself with depression and often fall back on comedy. As monty python saids "always look on the bright side of life".
Great stuuf again Stephen. Do us a favour and show us what you can do with exceptional discipline. This is very motivating for me in a completely different walk of life. Good job!
Disciplin rules. I go up the same time every day whether I work or not. If I'm not working I go for a jog. It's dark when I leave and daylight when I return.
Brilliant I'm doing the dublin marathon as well. It will be amazing to run in the same race as you. I want to run a 3:14 but don't know if I'm able might aim for 3:18. I have not decided yet. Will let my gut decide as my head thinks I'm superman. Running with a cold after night shift. But there's no better way to keep a pace than a pregnant wife minding a 3 year old expecting you home at a certain time. So my training is going as well as possible. Pitsznger 55 mile plan haven't missed a mile; 4 weeks to go now. That means a lot as was aiming for the Waterford marathon earlier this year, and 6 weeks out, got sick with bad cough and didn't make it. But I'm back now excuse me I have the dishes to do no electric dishwasher I have a Belfast sink because I think it brings the family together, drying washing sorting and it does.
I'd look the other way around...you have to knock the door of happines ...more just breake the door down and get it 🙂 just be happy Stephen I wish you all the best. Smash Dublin marathon ...you are powerful!😊
Environment is everything. Maybe a bit too much lone wolf time. Youve eliminated unecessary distractions introduced healthy distractions (new scene , good people, new routine). Magic. Excited for ya. I live beside phoenix park , the home of running for Ireland i believe. Never lets me down :) if you're here and up for some training let me know.
SCULLY You need to believe in yourself! Scully my boyfriend messaged you about a run sometime, he is elite runner in belfast and was supposed to run antrim too!
POWERFUL message Stephen. I'm 44 , 6'4, 309lbs and I would love to get down to 200lbs. Your message in this video and others have fired me up to just stop making F'ing excuses. I cried while viewing the last video about mental health, wow, that was very powerful for me. Please keep sharing your life. Thank you.
Errick in Memphis TN USA.
Good luck, Errick. Everyone here is pulling for you.
Trust in yourself that u are created to Turn around Things in Life 😁
You can do it Errick. You just need to make a start.
Errick you can do it. I was in a dark unhealthy place for many years. Addicted to drugs, overweight, unhealthy. Running has helped me turn things around. I’m training for my third marathon now. The hardest part is getting started, and you’ve done that. Just focus on those small changes and staying on track. You can get to 200.
You got this brother! God Bless!
Happiness didn't knock on the door, but I went looking for it. Love that....what an inspiration you're Lionscull. Love brother.
Scull, long-time follower of the podcast and your career here. I've never commented on any of your stuff before, but this time I just had to. I listened to your episode on the Superspaiens podcast earlier today and then your own latest podcast episode straight after. Between the two of them they're hands-down in the top five podcasts I've ever listened to. So much brilliant analysis, insight, and hard-won wisdom. It's incredible how much in-depth sports science, nutrition, and psychology knowledge you have under your bonnet, and the down-to-earth, common-sense way you explain it all is the icing on the cake. All of that to say: I've been learning about running and myself and life in general from your podcast for over three years now, I appreciate you sharing your life and its lessons with all of us, and I'm glad to have you in my life as an example of an honest guy trying to be a better human every day. Thanks boss
I stopped chasing happiness and ironically am the happiest ive ever been. I turned my focus to meaning, because without meaning happiness is just self indulgence. Looking after my home, my partner and myself gives my life meaning and I couldn't be happier for it.
Are you Jordan Peterson? lol
Buddy, what a gold mine you are. I think a lot of people have a lot of these philosophical thoughts, but you have a fantastic way of getting them across in a relatable, empathetic and humble way. Its almost certainly the accent. Chuckle. Thank you for these.
Always a pleasure to listen to your thoughts. Appreciate you sharing your struggles
Man will be fucking awesome to see you do Dublin again, we are all cheering for ya. I remember seeing you when you done 2.09 and it blew my mind. I'll be doing it too but don't think youll have me to worry about 😂
This is a great sequel to your last video. Really appreciated the development of your previous thoughts and some insight into sports psychology and mental health.
good luck in dublin champ im training for dublin to always watch ur channel i suffer with mental health all my life im 58 now my brother took his own life last November last time we spoke he wanted to know how i got on in the marathon so im doin it for him this year keep fighting the good fight❤
Sorry to hear this. Go smash it 🎉
I like being in your company. That’s why I watch these videos.
F@cking love this mate! I’ve been struggling a bit in a lot of ways lately, but have also been training for my second ever marathon. Have just run it, run a PB, and hit a goal I wasn’t sure I could hit.
The sh!t I was struggling was just sitting there, waiting for me after I’d busted myself for a run. Your words have just offered a perspective I wish I’d found long ago. Monumental on a very personal scale, mate. Thank you!🙏
Thank you 🙏. This was a wonderful compliment to your last video and incredibly inspiring. Dublin should be epic for you! Putting a big goal like that out in public is an important step to achieving it.
If you ever feel down or alone again just come back to this nice video, see how many genuine likes you have, understand that people from every side of the World like you and appreciate content you make, GET UP AND MOVE FORWARD because you can and you should continue making good videos!
I love running because of running, clearing my head, beeing one with nature, I don't ask for more, results are just very nice side effect..🤗
I can relate to so much that you speak about and I imagine I’m not the only one. What you say about being at your happiest when you are really applying yourself, totally rings true for me. I think there’s something that makes you happy when you can look yourself in the mirror at night and know you’ve given your all. PS - a night time ‘admin blast’ also works wonders for a settled mind! Hearing you speak makes me feel a lot more ‘normal’ and has really helped me to remember what’s important in life. MASSIVE respect Stephen, you continue to inspire x
Glad to see that you’re doing well! Thank you for this encouragement and for your transparency in the last video.
I completely relate to this, including the getting the little things done. I know my mental health is suffering when I’m struggling to keep the kitchen clear I need to pay more attention to it to try to make the changes you talk about. Thanks for posting this.
Good luck for Dublin
Mate, you're not alone at it. Keep doing you and listen to your mind and body. You're a great person and desrve to be happy, whether it is in running and training or just in feeling great. I am experincing something similar, sometimes I don't have powers to get up or do my chores or just to stick up to a plan and I think back and have an internal conversation of why I am doing it. Just be aware of what your mind tells you and where it tries to guide you. I am with you sharing my best wishes. If you met this comment just know that you are not in it by yourself. Cheers!
It’s so inspiring to listen to your videos and how vulnerable you are with your mental health and how it ties into all aspects of your life
I ran sydney marathon last sunday, when it got tough near the end i just repeated "your an animal" and it got me thru. Thanks for everything Stephen :)
Great to hear you in a positive mindset, and that you adjusted your plans for berlin so that you can bring your absolute best to the race you choose.
Hi Stephen, it is great that you share all of this with us ! Hope you get you qualifying time, and whatever the end result, it has been a great journey to share with us ! thanks man
This message is powerful brother. Especially for a young father of two/runner here. The authenticity speaks volume and thank you for sharing your story and lessons from it.
Happy to hear you are doing fine and Dublin is a great thing to look forward to and go for! 🚀
I am beginning to understand just how complex it is for elite sports athletes - your honesty and seeing the reality of what it takes is really humbling. Although I could never achieve your standards regarding performance, it is possible to achieve your standards regarding personal discipline, getting out the door when it’s dark and cold, getting in the gym for S&C, top quality nutrition / sleep / balancing all these and more takes a lot of mental fortitude - power to you Stephen 😊
Thank you Scully! This is just what I need. Your videos over the last couple of weeks have been very needed. We are in control of the way we feel, no one else has that over us.
Love this! The hard work is going to pay off. Since you are working at this intense level, would love to see what daily recovery looks like. We are all rooting for you!
Good luck with Dublin! Would love to see you win it :)
See you at the Dublin marathon, you’ll probably be home showered and looking at your winners medal by the time I finish. But, your videos are helping me get off the couch and get ready.
Great stuff thank you. Your voice is much better,stronger. Way to go.
I have so much respect for you for being so honest and inspiring. Thanks for the reminder and motivation. You're still my idol.
This was awesome .. I wish u the best of luck in Dublin and really hope u win 🥇
Keep moving forward..lifes a journey......I admire your honesty.
Be grateful & stay healthy 🙏
Love your You tube stuff ........
Excellent,you are even back.more stornger in mind and physically.
Remember that you are always incouraging,inspiring,helping and teaching many people.
Therefore,Don't ever give up and continue with your hard work
Thanks Stephen, your mental relationship with running and comfort generally is so similar to my own. It’s meant a lot to hear your thoughts on this and has given me perspective to make some positive changes in my life and for my running.
Great to see you back smiling again Scully, Good Luck for Dublin 🍀
Hi Stephen! Wanted to say a huge thank you for your channel and videos. Of the hundreds (if not thousands) of hours of triathlon and marathon videos I've watched, your videos capture the essence of running in the most practical, straight forward, and applicable way. My boyfriend and I have seen every single one.
Good to see Sunshine. Lessons in life. Thank you.
Things are starting to come together. I hope the best for you. Excitement building up😊😊
@StephenScullion What a turn around from last week! Way better mindset which I hope comes from a strong psyche. I think you will overcome your low points. Good luck in Dublin!
You will get amazing support in Dublin and are more than capable of winning. Good luck with the rest of the training for it and good to hear you much happier
Good man stephen, best of luck in Dublin. Will be watching from Cork
I've probably watched every video on your TH-cam channel and it's the best and most valuable series I've seen in a long time. You inspire me both as a marathon runner and as a musician (I am a professional double bass player and I face many challenges on my professional path). Thank you Stephen!
Thanks for the inspiration, but above all I'm just so happy for you! Looking forward to Dublin!
Great video Stephen. Somehow I just needed to hear this. Best of luck for Dublin.
I hope behind cameras you are feeling better and proud of yourself, give yourself the love you deserve, wish you the best
Super that you're running Dublin. Really rooting for you and I hope you pull it off.
I'll be hanging back with the 3 hour pace makers 🥵
Thank you Stephen. Your words resonate more than you'll ever know. Please keep putting out content and know its much appreciated.
Good luck! I'll be running my marathon in Italy on october the 29th. Thinking you're running in Dublin in the same time will be inspiring
You inspired me stretch my calves before bed! "Because happiness isnt just going coming knocking, youve gotta go looking for it!" Great words Champion. Dublin sounds like a sensible goal-enjoy. Might attack the Dublin marathon myself next yr.
Thanks Stephen for Ur wonderful content. Giving me a little Bit more motivation and power to fight in life❤
Great content Stephen. There's a quote I recently read from the Diary of Anne Frank that I think relates which is: "A quiet conscience gives you strength". Meaning here, if your room, finances, work life, relationships are squared away, then giving all of your attention and effort to running doesn't inconvenience yourself as much as it would have otherwise.
Mad respect for the honesty, brother. That's just what I needed
Love this Stephen. I'm glad you can see the way forward.
Not running Berlin is definitely the right decision. I'm looking forward to following your journey to Dublin.
Wishing you all the best 👍
A beautifully honest and raw video. Grateful and inspired by the message Scully. Appreciate you sharing.
Thanks for another great video, Good luck with Dublin Marathon 🥇
I needed this today, I am training for my Comrades Marathon qualifying marathon on 04 November and I have been pushing really hard and I’m feeling so tired and asking myself why I’m doing this to myself, but it does make me feel better knowing I’m not the only one that struggles sometimes, I just need to keep going, I must just get through the slump.
Your openness with your struggles have been an inspiration, Keep going and I hope you smash Dublin!
Thanks for sharing your journey. Hope you do well in Dublin.
Can't Like this video enough times!
Thank you for putting your open, raw reminders of how we all need to keep life in perspective sometimes.
100% belief in you mate! Will be exciting to watch you run Dublin 💙💙
Well said Stephen it's the small things that make a big difference in life thank you
Gosh I needed to hear this. Well done and thank you
Hey, at least you can grow out the beard now! Happy to see you happier! Good luck in Berlin! Rooting for you hard!
"I get Back up and start again one step at a time one day at a time one obsatcle at a time and before you know it your living the dream" Stephen Scullion(one of his shorts)
Thanks for all running info. I wasn't an alcoholic,but even a few beers a few slowed me down and if course it affects the mental aspect. training is so much more fun and consistent.thankyou cheeres ☕
Fantastic, great to see you in a better place sir.
Your brave and honest videos have inspired me to get a lot of my own shit in order and also to be much kinder to myself, as constant self doubt and being your harshest critic in a work environment is not a path to a happy life.
Yes Stephen. The comeback is mightier than the fall 💪
All about respecting yourself!
Loved the message Stephen, I literally cleaned up my room after this video haha it’s so true though, all these small things add up to the person we want to become. Thank you for being so open about your thoughts really appreciate it 🙏
Amazing videos, and incan totally relate, its really close to home for me. Alot of ppl are struggling with many of the issues you have been bringing up!
Another awesome inspirational video!
Love the follow up and the way forward for you. ❤I’m also up a mountain and kicking my own ass 😅 Roll on Chicago
Good to see you getting deep into the grind again and looking forward to seeing you bounce back racing like an animal 💪 was thinking of this video on my HM session today, definitely helped with some positive motivation
Thanks for sharing, amazing stuff.
Great Mental Health video Stephen, and good luck... Winning Dublin 🇮🇪
Hope your feeling better Stephen. Keep your head up son and you'll get there. Just keep believing in yourself and occasionally take time out to observe the beauty of your surroundings and fully appreciate life in general. I suffer myself with depression and often fall back on comedy. As monty python saids "always look on the bright side of life".
I really appreciate your videos and find a lot of value in them.
Great stuuf again Stephen. Do us a favour and show us what you can do with exceptional discipline. This is very motivating for me in a completely different walk of life. Good job!
Disciplin rules. I go up the same time every day whether I work or not. If I'm not working I go for a jog. It's dark when I leave and daylight when I return.
Great emotional sharing of life in general Stephen ❤ Go and win Dublin 🤞🏻
This right here is why I run. Love it.
Brilliant I'm doing the dublin marathon as well. It will be amazing to run in the same race as you. I want to run a 3:14 but don't know if I'm able might aim for 3:18. I have not decided yet. Will let my gut decide as my head thinks I'm superman. Running with a cold after night shift. But there's no better way to keep a pace than a pregnant wife minding a 3 year old expecting you home at a certain time. So my training is going as well as possible. Pitsznger 55 mile plan haven't missed a mile; 4 weeks to go now. That means a lot as was aiming for the Waterford marathon earlier this year, and 6 weeks out, got sick with bad cough and didn't make it. But I'm back now excuse me I have the dishes to do no electric dishwasher I have a Belfast sink because I think it brings the family together, drying washing sorting and it does.
I needed to hear this - thank you 🙏🏻
I'd look the other way around...you have to knock the door of happines ...more just breake the door down and get it 🙂 just be happy Stephen I wish you all the best. Smash Dublin marathon ...you are powerful!😊
*washes the dishes* "F***in' legend" - haha loved this bit.
Respect as always,Stephen ❤
To get things you've never had before, you have to do things you've never done before. Keep working hard! #Legend
Best of luck in Dublin....see you on the start line
🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿For this wonderful info you share with us.
Good stuff, thank you ♡
Environment is everything. Maybe a bit too much lone wolf time. Youve eliminated unecessary distractions introduced healthy distractions (new scene , good people, new routine). Magic. Excited for ya.
I live beside phoenix park , the home of running for Ireland i believe. Never lets me down :) if you're here and up for some training let me know.
Baby steps stephen ...hav an amazing day and good luck
We love you man🙏🏻
Ahhh looks like you’re getting your fire back.
Awesome to see, mate
Respect great vid , the lion is coming for Dublin 🇮🇪
Very good. Well done.
I've been worried about you. Glad you're doing better. Away now to tidy my house 😔.
SCULLY
You need to believe in yourself!
Scully my boyfriend messaged you about a run sometime, he is elite runner in belfast and was supposed to run antrim too!
Words of wisdom.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I'm not familiar with that video but will watch it after this one 😊