Gay Problems: My Gay Anxiety

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  • @Greg07623
    @Greg07623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What I find is remarkable is how many people look at someone as handsome as you and wonder how you could possibly have gay anxiety, like being attractive in your prime is the be all, end all of our existential needs. I really enjoy your videos and your courage in facing realities most people avoid.

  • @zanadu4
    @zanadu4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Barrett from afar I see those credible points that you are making, and though not in the gay community, my heart is there, and I wish there were more guys like you speaking out for those issues. I personally feel the mean-spiritedness is really hurting the LGBTQ community.

  • @Yogibear1339
    @Yogibear1339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This was Soooooo good. I needed to hear this Today. Just had a near death experience 10 days ago and my fomo and gay anxiety is at an all time high. Thanks again for this.

    • @BarrettPall
      @BarrettPall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hope you are ok and I’m glad to hear this helped.

  • @kenvinal8998
    @kenvinal8998 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Barrett!
    I am grateful for your example of being naming the uncomfortable issues we all face and your willingness to be vulnerable. We need more authenticity and with it tolerance of our individuality. We get used to hiding our true selves for fear of rejection by heteronormative society that we carry it over into the gay community. How refreshing it would be to have gay friends who don't feel the need to impress, who accept aging as a gift, and appreciate the world as it is.

  • @rafafan045
    @rafafan045 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Great video! I think all gays need to watch this video.

    • @BarrettPall
      @BarrettPall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Help me get it out there and share with your audience. XO

    • @laurad1487
      @laurad1487 ปีที่แล้ว

      All people! Sadly, TH-cam and social media have elevated "looksism" to horribly unhealthy proportions

  • @MrSavant2
    @MrSavant2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for posting this video. You addressed all of my concerns and my own gay anxiety. Honestly, this can be so hard to deal with and, at times, so overwhelming to the point where I just want to end it all....
    Have you ever entertained those thoughts? I just feel like I don’t belong anywhere.

  • @prmgr0767able
    @prmgr0767able 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is such a relatable video- THANK YOU for making it... I can relate to ALL of it.. I am old now, and have gone thru all of what you mentioned... I only say this when I REALLY like a video... I wish I could give this one 1000 likes! Hope you know how much I enjoyed it... Thanks again.

  • @mitchellbarnow1709
    @mitchellbarnow1709 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome video, Barrett!

  • @saramelito2560
    @saramelito2560 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m so glad I found you!! You’re a beautiful wise soul.

  • @jsf5219
    @jsf5219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I particularly agree with the partying side of things. One of my favourite things to do is Pride in the UK. The parties are unreal and it's great to meet new people and dance the night away. But what follows for me everytime is a difficult come down - a deep feeling of loneliness and sadness which is so hard to shake off.

  • @dankohdirect
    @dankohdirect 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video! I resonate with EVERYTHING you said; it all rang very true. I would love to also see a companion video where you reflect more on the specific ways that being gay has been a positive force in your life. For me, being gay is an essential part of me being creative, being an artist, being empathetic, challenging society’s expectations, and seeing things from different angles. My journey is different from a lot of people’s, and there are definitely days when that feels awesome and special. ♥️

  • @Richard-kh3dm
    @Richard-kh3dm 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When you get older it's very hard to meet gay friends even if you go out to bars and things they don't want anything to do with you it's a young world out there an old people don't count

  • @clarkkent3864
    @clarkkent3864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Barett, I really really enjoyed your podcasts. Every single minute was golden! Who are some guests you're thinking of having on? Other life coaches?

  • @edwardspriggs5076
    @edwardspriggs5076 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great discussion, as many of us become older the superficiality of the gay world/image becomes a real problem. We have very real issues with a way smaller supporting resources in the gay community than in the straight world. We have gay racism, discrimination, poverty, unbiased health care, homelessness and finding a supportive church family or gay community services .

  • @minadarling8584
    @minadarling8584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A more mature crowd is harder to come by in any social and gender groups and does not pertain only to the gay community. It takes courage and work to examine social conditioning, past traumas and so on, which in my experience a very small percentage of people actually lean into their authenticity.

  • @EitanNatanzon
    @EitanNatanzon ปีที่แล้ว

    The pandemic and a general hostility/toxicity in society which came along with it also has taken a huge toll on mental health. Spreading love and hoping that our current situation will change for the best soon

  • @charleswoolley8367
    @charleswoolley8367 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have been with guys, in the past,
    who were afraid of PDA's. I understood
    why, but tended to find those who wanted
    to share them as I did. As for dating, I have
    not dated in almost 5 years. I am almost
    60, and have given up on the idea of finding
    a decent guy. Maybe something will happen,
    when I least expect it. But, better to be ok with
    being alone...at least for me.

  • @thesilverblue
    @thesilverblue 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Barrett: It is so refreshing to hear someone else have just about the same take on being a gay person in a heteronormative world. If only others could join in the celebration of life.

  • @benoitjocktane7148
    @benoitjocktane7148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think the big secret start by loving yourself, and trust universe because it's your best friend , again trust the way he leads you surrender to him, and everything will be better 😊❤️✌️

  • @calvinbenjamin3634
    @calvinbenjamin3634 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    4 minutes in & I started crying cause this really hit home

  • @teacherh
    @teacherh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I saw your video but it is difficult for me to understand what you are saying since my English is not so fluent. However, I have been able to understand the context and also read what you wrote, translator through. And I share what you say.

  • @darkur13
    @darkur13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, I appreciate your perspective and agree!

  • @okimlistening2u
    @okimlistening2u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, Barrett, very well said and meant.......love you........Ray

  • @garysimkins2179
    @garysimkins2179 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    To begin, I want to say that you bring up really relative subjects, that most don't want to, or don't have the gut's to,, so Thankyou for that. I am 72, and a very young at heart 72 year old man. I have a great job, and love to work. I met a man many years ago who I know instantly was my soul mate. He unfortunately died although we had spent many great years together. Some of my friends tried setting me up with other guys, but I wasn't interested. I knew that I had met that man that I was meant to spend my entire life with. The fact that he is gone now, is difficult, and I still see him clearly. The point of it all is true Love, and I had found it in Micheal. There are times where I just want to be with someone, but, I know in my heart that it will pale in comparison to what I felt in his arms. That is not to say that I have closed the door, it is simply that no one has electrified me yet like he did.

  • @troymartin4005
    @troymartin4005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Could not have said that better myself. I came out at 40 and it has been a challenge. I am almost 46 now and have not found the relationship that I want or need. A lot of people want someone younger and don't want someone older. It seems like I am over the hill in the gay community. It is so hard and causes depression and anxiety. I can't believe we can be so discriminatory towards each other.

  • @capn4u
    @capn4u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Be true to yourself, have good values, always remember, commitment is reciprocal.
    Notice that person that is interested in you, whatever their age. Be patient and kind.

  • @thomasalchimiste8589
    @thomasalchimiste8589 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always a pleasure to earing you talking with your heart! Hope youll doing some live soon 😘

  • @paveljarab5409
    @paveljarab5409 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    PDA... I had no idea what that means till watching this video! I guess that speaks itself too, never worried about it before with regards to myself and my partners. I will definitelly educate myself more in this topic. Thank you for the video 🌹

  • @tonyz7569
    @tonyz7569 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for saying what we are all feeling!

  • @garysimkins2179
    @garysimkins2179 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    in addition to my previous comment, I want you to know that as you go thru life, and you gain knowledge and experience things change, Things get better. We make smarter choices, we embrace who we are, flaws and all. And you good sir may see flaws that we do not see..As I see it, you are a beautiful human being with a purpose and if I was your age I would want to be with someone like you. And as I am this age, I would still want to sit in a cafe and talk to you about all things Big and Small, and the world ahead. Take care.

  • @joshm.1483
    @joshm.1483 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    “My gay anxiety oh noo” I say as I block anyone who questions why I constantly talk over and steal from black people in anti-racism discourse

  • @michaelmercurio2312
    @michaelmercurio2312 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great content. I just think that you’ve entered into your “next phase”. You’re maturing and not everyone does that at the same time. Continue to be yourself and don’t compromise on who you are and what you want. Be well and stay safe❤️

  • @younasparvez9
    @younasparvez9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Being gay is such a privilege, a gift! Wow!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

    • @Whysoserious648
      @Whysoserious648 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It really is a hell

  • @curvicurve
    @curvicurve 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think alot of people during this whole pandemic has had alot of time to reflect back on things that happened in the past that have affected them when it comes to relationships and experiences that have happened while connecting with people. I for one have realized that i am not a big PDA person especially if im not totally comfortable with the person and i know what you're thinking why wouldnt I be and sometimes we get with someone knowing that the connection is based on factors missing in your personal life with family at home. I know its a shitty thing to even think about but i didnt fully understand what being in a relationship was really about especially a real genuine one where you and your partner connect not just on a physical level but an emotional and spiritual level and most times it was sexual which i got tired of after sometime. As i am a little older with a few more experiences, i can say its all about the energy of the person, if you're sad 95 % of the time and feeling like you dont really fit in but sex comes as the only means to kinda getting the person to stick around even if its not something you really enjoy, then you have alot of growing to do and this relationship is probably not for you or more so more damaging to issues that you have at home already. It took me sometime to learn that i didnt always have to please other people at the extent of my own discomfort or happiness. I have been single for almost 8 yrs now and if you ask me if i miss it, i really dont, because i havent truely found a genuine connection with someone to have that real experience. Only time will tell but i am learning to love me more👍🙏❤

  • @JeffreySelbst
    @JeffreySelbst ปีที่แล้ว

    In other words, moderation in all things, including moderation.

  • @laurad1487
    @laurad1487 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't you ever wish it was okay to "let yourself go" just a little (meaning "you" universally, not specifically), getting a little soft around the edges with your partner, until you resemble eachother just a little with the passing years, and later, until you both also somehow resemble the dog?

    • @as2s3hf7gff
      @as2s3hf7gff ปีที่แล้ว

      Having sexting n being anxious, but my friend says it's ok... Just have fun n play safe

  • @g.r.bryant2258
    @g.r.bryant2258 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was always neurotic and then became paranoid and an introvert. Even as a healthy 💪 bodybuilder, I felt so negative and would drag others down if I got involved. Kind of sad really. Now, my life is on hold with covid.

  • @RajathSagar
    @RajathSagar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Barrett! I could relate to each thing.

  • @trainsupporter9088
    @trainsupporter9088 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You said things so well. Thank you.

  • @jeffwatkins352
    @jeffwatkins352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Having watched several of your videos, you’re unusually eloquent and thoughtful. It’s especially refreshing as it comes from someone so young and stunning. Major kudos! Everything you’ve said is spot on, especially your call for all of us in the gay community to do everything we can to support each other, not tear ourselves down. I’m old now (68) and was never into the bar/party culture even in youth. You, however, are a much-needed voice of reason who speaks to your generation. A million thanks to you for doing it so generously.

  • @kishore8994
    @kishore8994 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So True, that you said everything!

  • @33artworksperry41
    @33artworksperry41 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We're you at some point in time on the cross Street of Rosecrans & Oceangate Ave when I was going to the store in California? The scene was too quick as I passed by but I do remember you even though I wanted to meet in some future event in time when the time is right. Your Brother-in-Christ, Stephen Perry

  • @rjoseph2441
    @rjoseph2441 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yaas wisdom. Yaass insights.

  • @Blech-h9z
    @Blech-h9z ปีที่แล้ว

    I hate all that stuff! Straight men should be allowed to hold hands! Gay men! Little boys, little girls, old people, more affection in the world! If it makes you feel better, a lot of hetero people mourn "the one that got away,". I know I do. My wonderful cousin is mid 50s and he is more worried about his looks than I am.

  • @jordele3
    @jordele3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Barrett! This is Jordi (Barcelona, excuse my english, please). I do relate with the questions you discuss in your video, I’ll be 40 this year and I feel younger than ever but maybe I do not as young as i feel (LOL), and as much as I complain about the heteronormative World... what about the homonormative world? I am in a relationshio since I was 19 (this year we count 20 together) and we are the fathers of an amazing girl... where do I fit in a homonormative world? I am supossed to party all day, go to big gay events, look crazy fit and dress accordingly... i do not deal with anxiety as I think i’ll do my way but I think the queer community is hard on others that do not follow the path of being full of themselves, fitness models or just IG-beings... i do enjoy life in my almost 40s being a gay man, husband, father... and scientific... yes a weirdo but a happy one :)

  • @gregrowlands9632
    @gregrowlands9632 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy and retate to so much of what you say, thank you

  • @nekromantik2009
    @nekromantik2009 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    so true. 2nd point and 3rd point I worry about. I been single for a very long time. I would like someone to share life with but I got double whammy as I am shy and not a normal white guy so never found anyone that wants me :(

  • @Balengicgaga
    @Balengicgaga ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't have gay anxiety. My anxiety is from all the horrible people in the world.

  • @md.nurulamin1985
    @md.nurulamin1985 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you still single?

  • @33artworksperry41
    @33artworksperry41 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is the difference between friendship and a boyfriend who is 20% bi-sexual who confused about his own sexuality. When you think of non- committed Love that is experimental through friendship. Or does have to do with Republican Parents who do not understand what means about being gay vs being bi-sexual and parents who may knew about the free love generation of the 1960's & 1970's but suffered from alicholism and drugs? Your friend Stephen Perry

  • @garysimkins2179
    @garysimkins2179 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excuse me for another comment, but now I am nearly at the end of your commentary here. If you are looking for another community outside of the party community, may I suggest that you go to an Art Gallery or Museum. Study the work there. You are very likely to find someone that shares that, and I can assure you that you will be inspired to do something bigger than yourself.

  • @alfredritcher
    @alfredritcher 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am 56 years old i feel i have lost most of my looks i dont drink or do drugs had my share of drinking when younger i think i may never have a normal relationship at times but i accept that since i will not change to be someone that i am not

  • @hybridgaymer951
    @hybridgaymer951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He's beautiful asf!!

  • @gusklemp3477
    @gusklemp3477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My gay anxiety? hahahahahahahahahahahahahahaaaaa ha

  • @as2s3hf7gff
    @as2s3hf7gff ปีที่แล้ว

    Having sexting n it's make me anxious.... But eat healthy n eating more helps!!

  • @RiverkeeperEmberStar
    @RiverkeeperEmberStar ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey there love Army I'm an ally and it's hard thinking of dating a man is a woman myself because in my past relationships they've not just been heterosexual but homophobic and I'll tell you something love Army that's not going to fly with me there's nothing that breaks my heart more than when we fail to be inclusive as a species given the impact our species is having on the home we're supposed to be caring for back in my vagabond hobo days which was 20 years of being a sponge all over the US think Little Mermaid everything in that song is what I looked for and why before I officially left Texas to see the world where I hung out with Lovers Lane and Mockingbird those two streets in Dallas Texas is where LGBT family can have a space of Their Own and I never felt like I was being groomed or hypersexualized I could just be myself and be around everyone and we could be in the state of coexistence my favorite was a bar down the street for me on Thursday nights it was drag queen karaoke night and I would show up completely Decked Out in erotic sexy wear and got to sing with the drag queens and anytime I was taking home with anyone it was like being welcomed home wake up in the morning to breakfast conversation coffee exchange numbers and do it again the next day my whole life I was rejected but it was these groups that were deemed lesser than that treated me like I was more than the sum of my parts and taught me what it really meant to be family the love Army will always have an ally with me and Jasper pup you tell us how we can show up and we'll do what it takes to do that have a great day love Army
    💃🐶🥰💕🥸
    🌎💚🌍💚🌏

  • @BDD627
    @BDD627 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    3 RULES IF YOUR RAINBOW... #1 DONT GIVE A (F) ABOUT PEOPLES JUDGEMENT OR COMMENTS #2 WALK TO THE BEAT OF YOUR OWN DRUM... #3 UNLESS U (F) ME... PAY MY BILLS OR GO TO WORK 4 ME... THEN YOUR NEGATIVITY IS AS VALUABLE AS THE BROWN STUFF OUTTA MY CUTE BUTT... PRATICE SPRINKLES OF INTROVERTISIM... WE RAINBOW NEED ALOT OF ME TIME TO THINK ABOUT OUR SELVES... NEVER TRUST ANYONE I MEAN NO ONE... AND ALWAYS REMIND UR PARTNER THAT IF YOUR NOT HAPPY THERES THE DOOR... I AINT GOT ONE SECOND TO WORRY ABOUT YOUR DOUBTFULL NESS IN THE RELATIONSHIP JUST BOUNCE AND GOOO...

  • @liltcup76
    @liltcup76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So freggin handsome.

  • @truthdatmatters2430
    @truthdatmatters2430 ปีที่แล้ว

    If it dont feel normal then it aint normal... to say you follow your heart but your conscience says this is wrong then your heart is deceitful, right and wrong is not determined by your heart feeling it is determined by our conscience testify by going against your heart... you are confuse human

  • @rainerm.8168
    @rainerm.8168 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry Barrett, but listening to you worrying about getting older and looking at this beautiful man somehow doesn't match. Nevertheless it's indeed a big problem for us gay people but it's a deplorable fact that you have to cope once the aging starts. And that process is probably different for anybody.

  • @carstenfrank3612
    @carstenfrank3612 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Barrett,
    my name is Carsten and i just watched the report about your horrible "casting" experiences you made with all these ugly guys to become an Abercrombie & Fitch model.
    I was really shocked, was i? Or is that, what assholes did to you normal in "gay model business"?
    I have never been a model but as a young gay i wasn't that bad looking, not that very good as you 😂, but i got reduced only for my look and big c..ck.
    o.k. for some years i played my role, i was just Carsten, the hung guy. I also got the option doing porn but i knew that time that the one and only step into that business was, having sex with the producers in advance.
    I SAID NO!!!
    Good for me when i look back now. When you are young, cute, having a big d...ck, you are just a thing, no human with a soul, wishes and the hope of being loved by someone.
    I wish you all the best for the future Barrett.
    Nices, warmest greetings from Germany to you. Carsten