Re: working for someone else all your life. It has taken me 41 years, but like you Ben I've decided I don't want that kinda life either. Leaving the company I've worked for, for 24 years at the end of the year to travel and challenge myself. Nervous but really excited.
Thank you for the great comments. People like ***** really inspire people and if you put your passion and determination in to any goals you have in life you can achieve them.
I had to comment because I've never seen an ask video so honest before. You didn't escape any of the hard questions (South Africa, money, etc) and you don't pretend that everything's always ok, and that's very rare. Keep doing it like this, you're gonna go far with this I'm sure. One thing I'm sure people will value more and more about TH-cam is authenticity and you are one of the absolute best at that.
Ben. Get some bells put them on a string and place at door where you want pup to go potty out. Ring the bell every time you put pup out and take pups paw and ring the bell every time pups goes potty. Say to puppy "lets go potty" while ringing bell. In about 2 weeks if not less pup will ring bell to go potty every time. We used this method on all our dogs and even our english bulldogs. And our girls are very stubborn. :)
your answer to the "how do people react when you say you are a daily vlogger?" was perfect. It encompassed every aspect of the question. I have been wanting to start daily vlogging for a while now but I dont believe I have a very entertaining life. However, one day I will stat daily vlogging, my inspiration would be you, Louis, and the CTFXC. Thank you Ben!
You inspire me to be open-minded and to not judge people. I find that to be very hard for me, somehow. I have to work on that. Thank you for your daily dedication to us as well, Ben.
Benny boy, you're one of the realest people on youtube. It's hard to describe, but you deserve every good thing that will come your way in the next few years!
It seems like you are having a hard time. I just wanted to let you know that I appreciate you honesty and heartfelt vlogs. It is refreshing to see something that is not staged or contrived. You viewers can empathize with you in a genuine way, because you come across as genuine. Breaking up with someone or really missing you love makes your world feel like it has been turned upside down. Nothing has the same color or flavor. Take it from someone much older than you: the fact that you are capable of caring for someone else so deeply, makes it possible for you to have that feeling again. The second or third time around you have learned what it means to love and what it means to work at a relationship, the feeling will be even deeper (believe it or not). I wish you the best. Keep you chin up. Thank you for sharing you life. There are young people out there that feel the way you do and can draw strength from someone brave enough to share their feelings. PS. Alfie is to die for.
appreciate that you put in the effort to vlog even when youre not feeling it.also its cool to see the "deeper" side of our fave yutubers, not just the constantly happy superficial side that youtubers think they need to show. It adds more layers to a person to hear their honest thoughts about questions like those you answered today and im sure your viewers enjoy getting to know you as a person rather than just a vlogger. :) cheers!
The ask Ben was a great change from your typical video. It reminded me that your just like everyone else and you don't have picture perfect days everyday. Keep up the hard work, I cannot wait to see what you post next. Xxx
Wow I thought you would be making a lot more money than to just be barely "making it by" with your videos... you are so inspirational in a way of showing people to do what you love even if it doesn't pay off right away, just do what makes you happy. I think God has great plans for you in the future! You are by far one of the best vloggers I've ever watched and I have to say I will always support you and your videos Ben, keep up the good work! :) LOVE YA
Over the past few months I've absolutely fallen in love with you and your vlogs ben. You make me a happier person and helped me see the person i want to be.
I saw your tweet about AskBen when I got up this morning .. bummed I missed it. Damn time zones and sleep getting in the way of me asking prying questions!! lol. I hope you feel better soon Ben. Get a hot rum toddy into ya! I think that's an English thing?! ;) x
I actually loved just hearing you answer some great questions, your blog wasn't boring at all! Love all your videos, you're such an inspiration to be positive and go for your goals even if they are unconventional
I always feel love from you Ben. One of my favourite parts of your videos, other than new little Alfie, is your send off. I love that you tell us all that you love us each and every day. It puts a smile on my face and sets me up for my day :)
As long as you're happy with what you're doing in life and are loving it, then it doesn't matter what other people say or think! That's how I see it! Love the laid back vlog Ben! Hope you feel better soon.
I love your videos! I love your perspective on living in your parents home and working in a different capacity than the usual pattern people follow. It's massively comforting to hear from someone that I admire. You are an excellent example of doing what you LOVE, and seizing opportunities that challenge you to grow! Thank you for daily vlogging!
This was one of the most inspiring videos I have watching in a while. When you talked about being a pioneer and not following the ordinary system really changed how I think about life. Thanks. Great vlog!
Your strength, Ben, is your candour and sincerity... and this video - even though you are feeling unwell - was really wonderful. I believe in your progressive success and I am happy to be following you on your journey. Kia Kaha!
Another lovely Ask Ben. If you want to throw in some more wonderful adjectives about your loyal viewers, oh do go on, lol. I really appreciate the sentiment about doing your own thing. A couple of years ago I was working 50 hour work weeks for a company who just thought they owned me and my time. I loved the job and the people there, but when it became an inconvenience for them for me to have a personal life on my own off days, I needed a change, so after much thought, I quit and decided to run my own business and do what I loved, on my own time, on my own schedule. People in my life just couldn't understand that need to work for myself and not be beholden to anyone and tried at every turn to discourage me, but I ignored them. It's like you have to ask yourself, what do you have to gain from listening to the negativity---nothing. If you try and fail, at least you will have tried instead of wondered for the rest of your life if it was possible. Even though I'm not as well off as I once was, I find myself loads more happy internally that my efforts and hard work are much more fulfilling to me now and that I have time in my life to actually enjoy it.
Just started watching your videos today, already love them your say laid back and calm. Keep up the good work and I hope you achieve whatever you want to do in life.
You're serious my fav vlogger. I love to see how chilled but fun life you have. I like it when you just talk, and I love when you go somewhere big and stuff. And I love how you see life :)
Keep the daily vlogs coming Ben!, doesn't matter if your vlogs are boring for a day or two or not, no one's life is exciting every single day aha!!. Watching your vlogs makes me as a viewer feel more involved in your life, even though I have not met you, it feels like I know you so well and it's like your a friend over the internet aha!!
Love you, Ben! Always grateful for your positive vibes. I'm taking that pioneer thing to heart and try not to care if people think what I'm doing or wearing is weird because it's outside their box. Keep on keeping on 💖
You are more than welcome in Rio Ben! It is awesome to see that you are getting such great feedback on events like Itatube or Digifest. Keep dedicating your self like you do to your projects and great success will always follow. Hope to see you soon in Brazil!
If you want to travel without using planes you should do InterRail. Basically you travel all around Europe on the train. Me and a few friends will be doing it next summer when we're 18.
This was not a boring vlog at all Ben. Love it when you talk about life and how you see it. I know you try to be inspirational in your vlogs and you really are. It's nice to watch your content every day and get inspiration for the way I want to live my life. Thank you for that!
Wow, I really enjoyed this askben! Nice to have a one-sided chat with you and your travels, you're amazingly inspirational Ben, no wonder we watch you every day x
Not everyone wants to go to school & get a profession, & be stuck with a job they'll have for the rest of their life. You don't need high paying job to be happy, if Ben(or youtubers in general) loves to make videos & produce content, & they're happy, then leave at that. Just because someone isn't out there going after a masters degree or getting "qualifications" doesn't mean they're "wasting their life" or that you can think low of them. Everyone finds happiness in things they're passionate about.
love your videos ben! you're such an inspiration.. especially at the point you where talking about being afraid of changes in live... its a thing everyone can relate to! thanks for making my day
Ben I'm so glad that youtube is your job and that you're happy doing it. I watch every vlogs and enjoy them everyday. So I wish you'd never stop and I think you're really nice responding to comments, tweets... you are really interacting and sharing with your audience, it's also what I like about you :). (sorry if my english has a bit of mistakes, I'm French).
Ben I'm literally so happy that someone else shares my view on this 'supposed route' in life that everyone should follow. Why? We should just make our own lives, create our own work through our passion. Why sit behind a desk all day working for someone else, after you've put in hours, days, years of work and education independently!? Why work so hard just to please someone else? Hahaha sorry but yeah you're absolutely right ben and I agree with you 100%. Keep doing what you're doing man, because you're making us happy as well as yourself! :)
I find you really inspiring! You do your own thing, you travel, you meet new people and you never judge anyone by what they do! You just accept people for who they are and always see theor positive sides! You're also really funny and entertaining! You are my number 1 favorite youtuber and I would love to meet you one day! Hope to see you one day! Cheers from Norway! Love you! :)
Get better, Ben! :) and about your job or whatever they can call it - In the end of the day we gotta enjoy our life - we only get one, so it's good that you are enjoying it, setting a great example! :) XX
Such a nice vlog! It shows that you don't have super adventures everyday and that you have 'lazy' days like everyone else, too. Your answer showed me that you're a really deep character. Much love!
Oh Ben! You know you dont have to say sorry for 'boring' vlogs or enything! i ALWAYS love your vlog! I just want you to know that, and that i really really like you! You are so sweet, openminded, caring, funny and smart, so yeah thanks! Love
Loved the ask Ben today it's nice to occasionally have a video like that, love your vlogs and I love u! Can't wait to get my tshirt and my tattoo of something in relation to this channel
Re: working for someone else all your life. It has taken me 41 years, but like you Ben I've decided I don't want that kinda life either. Leaving the company I've worked for, for 24 years at the end of the year to travel and challenge myself. Nervous but really excited.
Good for you! :)
That's awesome! Adventure awaits you!!!
Have fun mate! :)
That's so great! You're going to have the time of your life :)
Thank you for the great comments. People like ***** really inspire people and if you put your passion and determination in to any goals you have in life you can achieve them.
I had to comment because I've never seen an ask video so honest before.
You didn't escape any of the hard questions (South Africa, money, etc) and you don't pretend that everything's always ok, and that's very rare.
Keep doing it like this, you're gonna go far with this I'm sure.
One thing I'm sure people will value more and more about TH-cam is authenticity and you are one of the absolute best at that.
Ben. Get some bells put them on a string and place at door where you want pup to go potty out. Ring the bell every time you put pup out and take pups paw and ring the bell every time pups goes potty. Say to puppy "lets go potty" while ringing bell. In about 2 weeks if not less pup will ring bell to go potty every time. We used this method on all our dogs and even our english bulldogs. And our girls are very stubborn. :)
I love how honest you are. It's refreshing.
It's literally impossible to post a negative comment on your vlog Ben because you are so positive all the time.
here here!
The way you talk...and converse, its so soothing.
your answer to the "how do people react when you say you are a daily vlogger?" was perfect. It encompassed every aspect of the question. I have been wanting to start daily vlogging for a while now but I dont believe I have a very entertaining life. However, one day I will stat daily vlogging, my inspiration would be you, Louis, and the CTFXC. Thank you Ben!
You inspire me to be open-minded and to not judge people. I find that to be very hard for me, somehow. I have to work on that. Thank you for your daily dedication to us as well, Ben.
Benny boy, you're one of the realest people on youtube. It's hard to describe, but you deserve every good thing that will come your way in the next few years!
Thank you for being such an awesome inspiration Ben! After watching your videos I always feel so excited about everything out there in the world
It seems like you are having a hard time. I just wanted to let you know that I appreciate you honesty and heartfelt vlogs. It is refreshing to see something that is not staged or contrived. You viewers can empathize with you in a genuine way, because you come across as genuine.
Breaking up with someone or really missing you love makes your world feel like it has been turned upside down. Nothing has the same color or flavor. Take it from someone much older than you: the fact that you are capable of caring for someone else so deeply, makes it possible for you to have that feeling again. The second or third time around you have learned what it means to love and what it means to work at a relationship, the feeling will be even deeper (believe it or not).
I wish you the best. Keep you chin up. Thank you for sharing you life. There are young people out there that feel the way you do and can draw strength from someone brave enough to share their feelings.
PS. Alfie is to die for.
appreciate that you put in the effort to vlog even when youre not feeling it.also its cool to see the "deeper" side of our fave yutubers, not just the constantly happy superficial side that youtubers think they need to show. It adds more layers to a person to hear their honest thoughts about questions like those you answered today and im sure your viewers enjoy getting to know you as a person rather than just a vlogger. :) cheers!
The ask Ben was a great change from your typical video. It reminded me that your just like everyone else and you don't have picture perfect days everyday. Keep up the hard work, I cannot wait to see what you post next. Xxx
Wow I thought you would be making a lot more money than to just be barely "making it by" with your videos... you are so inspirational in a way of showing people to do what you love even if it doesn't pay off right away, just do what makes you happy. I think God has great plans for you in the future! You are by far one of the best vloggers I've ever watched and I have to say I will always support you and your videos Ben, keep up the good work! :) LOVE YA
I love love love not only your amazing videos, but your outlook on life and positive attitude. I strive to be more like you in life! Xoxo
Your videos always make my day and I'm so glad you do daily vlogs :)
Over the past few months I've absolutely fallen in love with you and your vlogs ben. You make me a happier person and helped me see the person i want to be.
I really enjoy Bens vlogs and i love how ben is so positive and has such a drive.
i love vlogs like this :) i think we see the real you through the Ask Ben's because you're so honest with your answers. thank you
I hope you feel better soon!I look forward to your vlogs everyday, you are such an inspiration :)
I saw your tweet about AskBen when I got up this morning .. bummed I missed it. Damn time zones and sleep getting in the way of me asking prying questions!! lol. I hope you feel better soon Ben. Get a hot rum toddy into ya! I think that's an English thing?! ;) x
I loooveee youuuuuuu. The simplest of vlogs are sometimes my favorite. Give Alfie a hug for me!
Touché Ben! You took a day were you wasn't very busy and made quite an inspirational video
I actually loved just hearing you answer some great questions, your blog wasn't boring at all! Love all your videos, you're such an inspiration to be positive and go for your goals even if they are unconventional
I always feel love from you Ben. One of my favourite parts of your videos, other than new little Alfie, is your send off. I love that you tell us all that you love us each and every day. It puts a smile on my face and sets me up for my day :)
As long as you're happy with what you're doing in life and are loving it, then it doesn't matter what other people say or think! That's how I see it! Love the laid back vlog Ben! Hope you feel better soon.
I love your videos! I love your perspective on living in your parents home and working in a different capacity than the usual pattern people follow. It's massively comforting to hear from someone that I admire. You are an excellent example of doing what you LOVE, and seizing opportunities that challenge you to grow! Thank you for daily vlogging!
I think you're brilliant and you work hard every day.
I'm glad you believe in yourself, loads of other people do too. Enjoy the sunshine with Alfie x
This was one of the most inspiring videos I have watching in a while. When you talked about being a pioneer and not following the ordinary system really changed how I think about life. Thanks. Great vlog!
Keep on doing what you do Ben. Love your videos, especially how open you are to viewers, that's something you dont see very often.
Your strength, Ben, is your candour and sincerity... and this video - even though you are feeling unwell - was really wonderful. I believe in your progressive success and I am happy to be following you on your journey. Kia Kaha!
Loved the sneak peak into your life behind the camera!
Lovely episode Ben. And tons of love to Alfie!
Another lovely Ask Ben. If you want to throw in some more wonderful adjectives about your loyal viewers, oh do go on, lol. I really appreciate the sentiment about doing your own thing. A couple of years ago I was working 50 hour work weeks for a company who just thought they owned me and my time. I loved the job and the people there, but when it became an inconvenience for them for me to have a personal life on my own off days, I needed a change, so after much thought, I quit and decided to run my own business and do what I loved, on my own time, on my own schedule. People in my life just couldn't understand that need to work for myself and not be beholden to anyone and tried at every turn to discourage me, but I ignored them. It's like you have to ask yourself, what do you have to gain from listening to the negativity---nothing. If you try and fail, at least you will have tried instead of wondered for the rest of your life if it was possible. Even though I'm not as well off as I once was, I find myself loads more happy internally that my efforts and hard work are much more fulfilling to me now and that I have time in my life to actually enjoy it.
God, thank you for being such a rad example of living the way you feel is right for you. It's super inspirational!
Love these kind of "ask" when you sit down and talk to us, it"s great xx
Though you say it's a boring blog, I think it was really nice. Just honest and pure, the Ben we all love ;)
More personal talks Ben. That last vid was the best.
Just started watching your videos today, already love them your say laid back and calm. Keep up the good work and I hope you achieve whatever you want to do in life.
I couldn't stop laughing when you put up the picture of you and steve's dog
You're serious my fav vlogger. I love to see how chilled but fun life you have. I like it when you just talk, and I love when you go somewhere big and stuff.
And I love how you see life :)
I literally am sat waiting for Ben's vlogs everyday, i look forward to them!
Keep the daily vlogs coming Ben!, doesn't matter if your vlogs are boring for a day or two or not, no one's life is exciting every single day aha!!. Watching your vlogs makes me as a viewer feel more involved in your life, even though I have not met you, it feels like I know you so well and it's like your a friend over the internet aha!!
Ben is a solid number 1 in terms of favourite uk youtubers/vloggers for me right now. Keep being awesome, dude
Aw we love you Ben. Feel better! xx
Just found your vlogs the other day and now i am obsessed and cant wait to watch your videos :)
Your vlogs are never bad!! They are always amazing! ;)
Love you, Ben! Always grateful for your positive vibes. I'm taking that pioneer thing to heart and try not to care if people think what I'm doing or wearing is weird because it's outside their box. Keep on keeping on 💖
I love these kind of Vlogs once in a while.
You're so positive and kind! :) Love you!! :)
You are more than welcome in Rio Ben! It is awesome to see that you are getting such great feedback on events like Itatube or Digifest. Keep dedicating your self like you do to your projects and great success will always follow. Hope to see you soon in Brazil!
If you want to travel without using planes you should do InterRail. Basically you travel all around Europe on the train. Me and a few friends will be doing it next summer when we're 18.
This was not a boring vlog at all Ben. Love it when you talk about life and how you see it. I know you try to be inspirational in your vlogs and you really are. It's nice to watch your content every day and get inspiration for the way I want to live my life. Thank you for that!
There is no reason to post negative comments to such an awesome person Ben =)
It's so sweet of you answering all the questions..continue being awesome Ben xoxo
Wow, I really enjoyed this askben! Nice to have a one-sided chat with you and your travels, you're amazingly inspirational Ben, no wonder we watch you every day x
Yesssssssssss we get enough love of you! Feeling it every time I watch your videos, love being a brownie :) Hope you feel better tomorrow!
I always look to your videos for some positivity and optimism which I always get really hope you feel better soon, you can tell your down
I love it when you do an ask Ben!
You're so inspirational, hopefully you come to Glasgow soon because I would love to meet you!
Havn't missed a Ben Brown video in ridiculously long!
haha same, so entertaining. didn't know you watch ben rwm :)
Have been for ages man
I love your vlogs and the way you're connected with your viewers! :)
Not everyone wants to go to school & get a profession, & be stuck with a job they'll have for the rest of their life. You don't need high paying job to be happy, if Ben(or youtubers in general) loves to make videos & produce content, & they're happy, then leave at that. Just because someone isn't out there going after a masters degree or getting "qualifications" doesn't mean they're "wasting their life" or that you can think low of them. Everyone finds happiness in things they're passionate about.
Totally agree :D
So nicely said thank you :)
love your videos ben! you're such an inspiration.. especially at the point you where talking about being afraid of changes in live... its a thing everyone can relate to!
thanks for making my day
I like your outlook on life, it inspires me to do my own thing. :)
Would you ever do a shirt design contest? i think that would be freaking awesome!!
Ben is down to earth man, so much love for him. x
I actually really enjoy listening to your thoughts and meaning about stuff. You can do some Q&A a little more often, if you want to :)
I love how you're just at home and vlog your steady days..and still be interesting :)
Why am I always smiling when I'm watching your videos? ;)
Yeah its really good how you reply to some of the comments, alot of the really big youtubers dont, so its rad how you do ✌
Ben I'm so glad that youtube is your job and that you're happy doing it. I watch every vlogs and enjoy them everyday. So I wish you'd never stop and I think you're really nice responding to comments, tweets... you are really interacting and sharing with your audience, it's also what I like about you :). (sorry if my english has a bit of mistakes, I'm French).
Ben is literally one of the only people I look up to as a role model. Love him and his videos!
Ben I'm literally so happy that someone else shares my view on this 'supposed route' in life that everyone should follow. Why? We should just make our own lives, create our own work through our passion. Why sit behind a desk all day working for someone else, after you've put in hours, days, years of work and education independently!? Why work so hard just to please someone else? Hahaha sorry but yeah you're absolutely right ben and I agree with you 100%. Keep doing what you're doing man, because you're making us happy as well as yourself! :)
Love you Ben
Can't wait for your new design!
3:12 BIFFY CLYRO YEEESSSSSSS
Love your whole channel and ethics Ben! I do miss the old kayaking videos though, they were really amazing pieces of content.
Will you ever come to scotland?
Your vlogs are never boring I love you!
You're such an inspiration, Ben!
I love veelogs like these cos I can relate more to them, you dont need to apologise, I love watching all your videos :D
You're great, Ben! Love the vlogs, keep up the awesome work.
Thanks Ben for this, it's really cool that you shared this with us. Totally inspires me (and i'm sure we all mean it too.) keep doing you.
Hey Ben any updates on the BMW video? Can't wait to see it
haha I was just thinking about it too :D
Great video, Ben! Turned a work filled sick day into an interesting Q&A sesh!
I find you really inspiring! You do your own thing, you travel, you meet new people and you never judge anyone by what they do! You just accept people for who they are and always see theor positive sides! You're also really funny and entertaining! You are my number 1 favorite youtuber and I would love to meet you one day! Hope to see you one day!
Cheers from Norway! Love you! :)
Loved the Q&A! You should do them more often!! :D
Get better, Ben! :) and about your job or whatever they can call it - In the end of the day we gotta enjoy our life - we only get one, so it's good that you are enjoying it, setting a great example! :) XX
Such a nice vlog! It shows that you don't have super adventures everyday and that you have 'lazy' days like everyone else, too. Your answer showed me that you're a really deep character.
Much love!
love you ben
i've missed this Ben :) its nice listening to you talking like this
I don't know, but I feel happy every time I watch your vlog and it's very pleasant :)
I've only started watching your vlogs recently but I'm really enjoying them 😊
Welcome new brownie 😊
Christina Tomasik aw thanks! 😘 brownie is such a cute fan name! haha
Up your vitamin c when you feel a cold coming on, tablets, oranges, orange juice. Don't give it a chance! 🍊😷 Loved Alfie attacking his pillow. ❤️
Still lovin' your vlogs. Same time tomorrow - YES PLEASE!x
Oh Ben! You know you dont have to say sorry for 'boring' vlogs or enything! i ALWAYS love your vlog! I just want you to know that, and that i really really like you! You are so sweet, openminded, caring, funny and smart, so yeah thanks! Love
I love how you call it a "slightly boring day" and yet I still enjoy the video :)
Life is never boring with Ben
wow i was so engrossed in the 'Ask Ben', that i didn't even realise it was 10 minutes of it! :O get well soon bro!
Loved the ask Ben today it's nice to occasionally have a video like that, love your vlogs and I love u! Can't wait to get my tshirt and my tattoo of something in relation to this channel