If there's one thing 2020 has made people more aware of it's mental health. In many cases, people (especially men) don't talk about it. We're all only human going through life without an instruction manual. Talking is not only important, it's necessary on this journey. You are a positive influence to a lot of people mate. Let's keep talking and listening. By the way did I just see Adam with his hood up indoors? Don't tell me he's turning into all the other teenagers around these days?
Nick - thank you for talking about this. Men often don't speak up about mental health, and see it as taboo. You're an excellent role model (just look at how you're bringing up Adam! 😆). That said you do have my sympathies for the way you found your friend. It must have been an incredibly difficult thing for you to deal with at the time and I'm sure the last thing you expected was to suddenly have to face that again. I'm glad you're feeling better now, and I hope you continue to be strong in mind and body in future too.
I'm so sorry Nick, didn't know what happened to your friend. Buddy you're an awesome Spark, you're going to give Adam a great career which will help him support his family for years to come. Won't go into my own shit, suffice to say I've had those moments - it's even worse on-site when you know you've just got to crack on. You're a good lad Bundy (I'm 41 so can say that!).... Proud of you and Adam and love your content. Peace out Batman x
I know this is an old video, but total respect for sharing your experience on mental health. It's definitely important to keep talking about it. I lost my friend last December and grief isn't a linear process and can come back at moments at any time.
Speaking out about mental health is big, it's ok not to be ok and there is no shame in having a wobble, what you experienced is tough and your only human for feeling the way you do, you'll never forget him, you'll never forget what you saw but speaking openly will help you and sharing this with so many means so much to so many, thank you. You good job.
Good on you, it takes a man to cry! I lost my mum a couple of years ago, and honestly I sit and cry to myself still now, so does my missus about her own mum. We all have emotions and there's nothing wrong with showing them! Keep strong and carry on doing you
You may not see this Nick but I’ll say it anyway. I lost my eldest daughter 6 years ago on the 12th March. Grief takes all forms and you never know when it will hit you. It’s not weakness, it’s natural. It doesn’t get easier, just different over time. Glad that you talk about it, we all need to. Take care.
Thank you for talking about this Nick. One of my best friends took his own life in March of this year, it's become almost an epidemic. Physically healthy young men who are in so much pain internally, they hide it from friends and family until they break. As young men we need to learn how to ask for help and it starts with talking to each other. Hope you're well brother. 👍
I don’t think grief ever really goes away, no matter what the circumstances of the death. My brother in law who I really loved (as did everyone) died aged about 42 from cancer. I was a couple of years younger. Two years ago I broke down and cried my eyes out for him when out for a walk - that was about 25 years later. Take care mate, just think of the flexicon :-)
Stay strong mate, two people I know sadly passed away recently (not corona related) and yeah 2020 is such a awful year for us all. Regarding fuseboard being high up, yeah I would go for emergency light installed outside for safety and peace of mind as it also above the stairs too. 18:23 - OMFG!!! THAT IS BAD!!! 😱😱 Not just fire risk but free electricity from someone else main tail? Wow!
Nick you are great. I know how it feels I am suffering from PTSD after my dad passing away in front of me. Mental health needs to be talked about more. And people need making aware of mental health
Panic attacks are absolutely awful, and you're pretty right on never getting rid of it - talking with a therapist is really a great idea. The NHS also has a course you can do on managing anxiety and panic attacks.
(Aside, next time you talk about this it would be good to include a "skip time" graphic, saying the next section talks about mental health & self-harm topics, as just hearing the word "suicide" can be a trigger for some - it is for me, for instance, as I've battled with suicidal ideation in the past, and have major depressive disorder; lucky today it didn't trigger me because I'm in a good place at the moment)
The trouble with panic attacks Nick is they are somewhat self-perpetuating - ie the attack triggered by a memory and it accelerates cos you know whats coming which makes you panic more and the situation worse. Effectively you go into adrenalin runaway. You need to develop a mechanism to put a halt on it. Deep breathing certainly helps as does talking to someone close or at least someone who understands the terror you experience. Now for me, I don't drink at all and a malt whiskey consumed fast disrupts the chemical imbalance that creates the attack. It stops it dead. Not a solution if you drink but works for me. Just find a way that works for you. A very brisk walk can also work - run the adrenalin off!
A massive well done too you for speaking out like you have done at the beginning of this video. I think its brilliant you have the back bone to speak out like you have done. Be proud of yourself. And keep up the great videos
Mate I just wanna say, I qualified as a spark in 2015 but went down different paths (Smart Metering, Dual Fuel etc) but watching your videos have made me realise what I’m missing and I’m gonna do my 18th Edition refresher and go back to being an Electrician. Good luck to you and Adam with the videos 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Nick, not only does it take real bottle to open up on a public forum but it's amazing that you're able to recognise what's happening, there is no shame in opening up. The mind works in strange ways but seeking help from others is key to success. Trauma can trigger memories in random ways but it sounds like you made the right call and hope all is well going forward.
There's nothing wrong feeling the way you do, and it's inspiring to hear you talk so openly. Good on you. It'll probably help quite a few of us blokes as well. Cheers
Well done Nick for talking about it, was diagnosed with depression few years back and that’s a valuable lesion I learnt,. Don’t EVER be afraid to talk, nothing to be ashamed of!
If you feel an anxiety attack coming on my advice is to lay down on your side resting your head on your arms and take some deep, slow breaths. I know it sounds silly but sometimes people can pass out during an attack and if your laying down you minimise the risk of a head injury if you do pass out, also in my experience with anxiety my chest tightens up but laying down helps me breathe easier.
I have always thought you are a good guy, my instincts have been proven right. Good on you for talking things through, it always helps to ease the burden.
Impressive open honesty about your mental health. Keep on talking. Regarding EICR, I thought the rule was that you test to the current standard, but if something is safe and up to the standard in place at the time it was designed, you can't deem it unsatisfactory just because it's to an older standard, only if you have a reason, eg cracked, broken, exposed, not tripping, etc.
Listen to you talk about this sent shivers through me. I have just been diagnosed with depression something that I never thought would happen to me as I have always been a strong person but a couple of months ago things hit me and then got worse to the point I had some very bad thoughts. I have recently had to get on antidepressants due to this crying uncontrollable for no reason. Only spoke with family over the last week on my problems. Not really what you want when you a self employed electrician.
I'm a retired plumber who worked mainly by myself, your attitude to mental health is brilliant. Working on your own can sometimes arouse weird mental feelings within you. I think you are so right to speak out how you feel and I think the saying of " a problem shared is a problem halved" is quite true. You are a true considerate person with normal feelings, please continue to share those feelings. The things that don't have feelings are robots. Keep up the good work with Adam, as far as I can see he's a credit to you and your training regime you 'll get more out of him being fair but firm than the attitude of " I'm the boss"
Good man, you didn't need to open up to the world on youtube but you did, takes balls to do what you have done. We are all human at the end of the day. Stay strong brother.
legend lad, when im feeling slightly anxious or on edge i honestly watch your vids they interest me and take my mind off more important stuff , keep doing what your doing it brings enjoyment to many but more importantly look after yourself always!
A friend from work had to have an ambulance out two days ago as he was getting chest pains and struggling to breathe. At first we wondering if it a chest infection of even Coronavirus. But the rest of us at work wondered what brought it on. He (at least seems), fairly chilled out at work. He can get quite busy but seemed to take it in his stride. Glad you made me more aware that they can just happen like that. And I hope to try and help him more somehow. On a different note, that property looked really cool!
Thank you for sharing that personal story Nick, I really think that will help others to know they're not alone with similar experiences, and "talking" is great advice. Massive respect mate.
Mate life will lump on you when you are least expecting it, you are doing all the right things and there 100% is no shame in expressing feelings about anything to anyone! Luv the vids
Fair play for talking about these issues. It takes a lot to speak out, but your right talking it through with people really helps! I remember I cracked up about 2 years in someone’s attic when someone very close to me passed away. Breaking down goes on more than everyone thinks or let’s on! Enjoy the vids, keep up the good work!👍 Over and under.
You are a star mate, I am away working right now, i am an electrician and my dad passed away last week, also my step dad is in hospital and it not looking good. I watch your channel a lot and you talking has helped me to share here, its bloody tough, i feel very tired, but my mates pull me through, and speaking openly pulls me through. Cheers Gary
That opening took me somewhat by surprise, you have my upmost respect talking about your grief openly, good on you though, talking about it is the best thing to do, more people need to do it. As others have said it's okay not to be okay!
Important to keep talking and be open about things like that. Well done for not bottling it up Love the way you handled the state of the second property. You could have gone in and just done your job and ignored the mould etc. I know I’d be the same, I couldn’t walk into a place like that and not tell somebody. Top job boys
Props to you mate for being open and honest and talking so matter of fact about your having a bit of a wobble. If just one lad goes to work tomorrow and says “mate I’m not ok” or one bloke hears and and says “tell me about it” then you’ve done a brilliant thing. Never forget lads, taking the piss doesn’t mean we don’t care.
It's not a moment of weakness ,even after 40 yrs after losing my dad something might happen to remind me of him in an instance.He was your friend just think of him in better times.
You never really know how losing someone close to you, can affect you in so many ways, it's great that you have people to talk to, doing that just helps and 👍, I'm so grateful to have my wife,
Took some balls that, good lad. I know exactly where your coming from though. I still have random times when I get flash backs of the last time I saw my Gran. Unfortunately see had cancer and I can still see her sitting in her chair when I left her house. This was nearly 20 yrs ago. But when it gets you it gets you.
You have my admiration for being able to say this to an audience of thousands. Many people will completely understand - some people won't understand but will let you own it, and some people will take the piss. As a society, we need to normalise talking about mental health.
I can relate, sometimes it can be the simpliest thing that takes you right back to a dark place or a bad experience. It's the initial shock of how it just gets you unaware and in that second you're right back there.
Us guys always keep things to ourself and for you to come talk to us about the problems other that the main focus shows how strong you are my friend stay strong and keep happy we will always be here for you
Can totally relate nick suffer panic attacks periodically always seen to come at the most unexpected times we all have triggers pressure and stress build up and it’s almost like your body’s way of releasing it keep your chin up mate!
Hi nick everyone will get flash backs from past things just keep going forward it will get better you can talk to a love one or just let those around you if you are feeling low everyone has a low day's they will understand
Maximum respect Mr Bundy. There is no shame in expressing such struggles. It is easier said than done to speak about things so openly and it sounds like you have an awesome group of family and friends to help. Hold on to that, not everybody is so lucky. CJR could have built himself some bunk beds in that loft conversion and had some head height spare........
Another great vid, love watching them as always. Good to talk about mental health as well as men don't usually do that kind of stuff. Also, I think Chris (CJR) and his new lad are trying to take yours and Adam's TH-cam title.....🤣
Stay strong and talking about what gets you down. You’re doing the right thing for your family, Adam, your audience and of course you. The hole between next doors consumer unit should be fire sealed as if a fire broke out it would spread fire and smoke to the primary exit for the 1st floor flat.
For you to talk on a camera about your mental health is a big thing! Men normally keep things to them self and it builds up but men put a brave face on but us men need to talk and it’s ok not to be ok keep your chin up pal! Loving the vids mate!
First time adding a comment to your channel. Watched you for awhile. I have to say top man for talking about what happened to you regards panic attacks etc. When stuff got to much for me I didn't know what was happening lost a lot of weight and changed from being a happy go lucky sole. To hidding away. Scared of my own shadow crying being sick all the time the list goes one. Spoke to a few people that told me to "pull myself together" until it got so bad it cost me my job my relationship etc spoke to the doc and that's when I started toget help. Still suffer now on. Life is good now but still suffer every once in a while. Nothing to be ashamed about. And top. Marks for talking about it openly!! Wish the help that's available now was 6 years ago.
You’ll always have moments... best thing you can do is talk and share. Took me 6 months to realise I had a problem and once I started with GP there was a huge weight off shoulders. Top man for talking about it, especially as emotion is some taboo subject with blokes. As already said, it’s ok not to be ok.
Never be a pressure cooker, let go of stuff as soon as possible or you end up taking your anger out on someone that does not deserve it. Only talking will help, you will never forget, but your will be able to take control and move forward. A friend of mine did the same stupid thing over thirty years ago, and I can still see and hear him clearly in my mind, he left the pub smiling and joking that he would join us later that night. He was found dead the next day with a hose pipe from his car exhaust to the cars back window (he made sure he did not have a chance to remove it, R.I.P Wolff).
I’d recommend them get a mastic man in and fire seal around them cables from your side. Obviously you could fire seal it but the fire seal lads get it lovely and near around cables like that 👌🏼
Well done mate 👍. I have massive respect for you after your video on mental health, i managed to open up to people inc my wife all because of your video. Another great video
No shame in feeling vulnerable - you obviously care for your friend very much. The fact that you are talking about it is good. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Part of your recovery is talking and getting professional help if you need it. Prioritize sleep and family don’t feel the need to pump videos out quality is better than quantity. If you need to take break from the videos take the time. For the old large property I absolutely believe old equipment should be removed but that’s non-code able observations still worth putting down. That’s my big bug bear. I go with Adam rewire the second property. Smart Lad.
My mum starved to death because of a tumor in her stomach etc. It's only been 3 months since she died and I've not taken it very well but I've kind of come to the realization that I'll never get over it fully. It's like a black hole of sadness that the only way to deal with it is simply to forget but i'm pretty sure I'll get kind of flashbacks too.
Great you turned to your partner and friends - stay strong and safe - everyone keep talking about mental health - it comes in different types and triggers (smells can also trigger)
You handled it great, not taking it on alone, reaching out like that! And cudos that you talk about it like this on here! It is heavy stuff, but that shouldn´t mean people shouldn´t talk about it and keep everything for themselves. Great example! And you do get my simpathie for having to deal with optional triggers now and again allmost at random for at least the near future.
Wow. New to your channel, having stumbled through a few of Jordan's vids. The opening added a new dimension which i wasn't expecting. Massive credit to you for opening up. Love the channel and content, and it's made me realise the 'great' job i did wiring up my new garage, is not so great. If only i new a great electrician who could come and film what i've done and advise electrician wannabees where they are going wrong!
Nick, well spoken mate i totally get where your coming from, but good for you for putting it out there, its inspiring good on ya, you take care and be proud of yourself you totally deserve to be! Great spark and giving Adam a great career, your a credit 👍
Well done for speaking out. I have not had your experiences, but suffer from depression that rears it's ugly head from time to time, and I have even indulged in some (albeit mild) self harm. Dark times when that happens. But your videos are great and we DIY'ers (boo hiss) learn a lot from your work, and other YooToob sparkies as well.
I subbed on the content of this video alone. Being a spark, especially being on big industrial and commercial jobs, you have to put on a face like you hard and you bullet proof. I started my apprenticeship in the mid 90's when apprentices got it bad. I nearly jacked and I got symptoms like the ones Nick spoke of at the start but I kept it inside and never told anyone. God knows how I got through. Nice to know other blokes go through shit. Nice work though Nick!
all joking a side your mental heather is important . a surjection seek bereavement concealing might help you get over your lose of your good friend and dad Nick well done speaking out about it so openly .
I suffered with these kind of attacks over the years, since a health episode on my travels years ago. Happen very rarely nowadays but I agree with you, scary as hell when it does happen, especially when on your own. Stress is a factor, but the biggest trigger for me is caffeine. Too much and I can almost feel one coming on. I stick to decaf tea, coffee and coke nowadays. Massive reduction in episodes. Hope you don't get any more Nick, I know exactly where you're coming from.
I had recurring panic attacks after a heart attack 7 yrs ago which caused an RTC (no injuries). Not had one for a year but recognise it can happen again and recognise I will get over it again.
19:44 Look at the stairs and the handholder. It is looks as have somebody cutted the house into tow pices. But the power entrance it is the same one since xx years where they build this house. Good idea to change every fuse board or CU every 10 years. We use here same fuse board since build the house in Germany.
that likely used to be a 3 storey + basement victorian townhouse, with servants quarters in the basement usually. those big old houses are usually now in urban high price neighborhoods where dividing up a large house into two maisonettes or multiple flats is more profitable. often done on the cheap and in a piecemeal fashion, hence the electrical and plumbing mess.
Keep talking fella. It helps the brain process the emotions. Its not a 'moment of weakness' - its just a moment. Nothing weak about recognising when you need some external input to help you.
Takes a lot of balls to talk openly like you do... Lots of people would have bottled it up. Best way is it talk about it.
If there's one thing 2020 has made people more aware of it's mental health. In many cases, people (especially men) don't talk about it. We're all only human going through life without an instruction manual. Talking is not only important, it's necessary on this journey. You are a positive influence to a lot of people mate. Let's keep talking and listening. By the way did I just see Adam with his hood up indoors? Don't tell me he's turning into all the other teenagers around these days?
CJR10 in all seriousness mental health is real.👍
It’s ok, not to be ok mate.
Well done Nick for Talking about it.. most of us keep it bottled up.. !!
Nick - thank you for talking about this. Men often don't speak up about mental health, and see it as taboo. You're an excellent role model (just look at how you're bringing up Adam! 😆).
That said you do have my sympathies for the way you found your friend. It must have been an incredibly difficult thing for you to deal with at the time and I'm sure the last thing you expected was to suddenly have to face that again.
I'm glad you're feeling better now, and I hope you continue to be strong in mind and body in future too.
I'm so sorry Nick, didn't know what happened to your friend. Buddy you're an awesome Spark, you're going to give Adam a great career which will help him support his family for years to come.
Won't go into my own shit, suffice to say I've had those moments - it's even worse on-site when you know you've just got to crack on.
You're a good lad Bundy (I'm 41 so can say that!).... Proud of you and Adam and love your content.
Peace out Batman x
Mate, my brother passed 3 years back, still struggling with flashbacks of watching him in the ICU. It's hard. Thanks for talking about this.
I know this is an old video, but total respect for sharing your experience on mental health. It's definitely important to keep talking about it. I lost my friend last December and grief isn't a linear process and can come back at moments at any time.
Adam is a lucky young man to have you as his teacher best of luck with your health
Speaking out about mental health is big, it's ok not to be ok and there is no shame in having a wobble, what you experienced is tough and your only human for feeling the way you do, you'll never forget him, you'll never forget what you saw but speaking openly will help you and sharing this with so many means so much to so many, thank you.
You good job.
massive respect for opening up about what happened. inspirational.
Good on you, it takes a man to cry! I lost my mum a couple of years ago, and honestly I sit and cry to myself still now, so does my missus about her own mum. We all have emotions and there's nothing wrong with showing them! Keep strong and carry on doing you
You may not see this Nick but I’ll say it anyway. I lost my eldest daughter 6 years ago on the 12th March. Grief takes all forms and you never know when it will hit you. It’s not weakness, it’s natural. It doesn’t get easier, just different over time. Glad that you talk about it, we all need to. Take care.
Thank you for talking about this Nick. One of my best friends took his own life in March of this year, it's become almost an epidemic. Physically healthy young men who are in so much pain internally, they hide it from friends and family until they break. As young men we need to learn how to ask for help and it starts with talking to each other.
Hope you're well brother. 👍
I don’t think grief ever really goes away, no matter what the circumstances of the death. My brother in law who I really loved (as did everyone) died aged about 42 from cancer. I was a couple of years younger. Two years ago I broke down and cried my eyes out for him when out for a walk - that was about 25 years later. Take care mate, just think of the flexicon :-)
Stay strong mate, two people I know sadly passed away recently (not corona related) and yeah 2020 is such a awful year for us all. Regarding fuseboard being high up, yeah I would go for emergency light installed outside for safety and peace of mind as it also above the stairs too. 18:23 - OMFG!!! THAT IS BAD!!! 😱😱 Not just fire risk but free electricity from someone else main tail? Wow!
Nick you are great. I know how it feels I am suffering from PTSD after my dad passing away in front of me. Mental health needs to be talked about more. And people need making aware of mental health
Panic attacks are absolutely awful, and you're pretty right on never getting rid of it - talking with a therapist is really a great idea.
The NHS also has a course you can do on managing anxiety and panic attacks.
(Aside, next time you talk about this it would be good to include a "skip time" graphic, saying the next section talks about mental health & self-harm topics, as just hearing the word "suicide" can be a trigger for some - it is for me, for instance, as I've battled with suicidal ideation in the past, and have major depressive disorder; lucky today it didn't trigger me because I'm in a good place at the moment)
Mate well done for being so honest, most men can’t speak up so I really pat you on the back
The trouble with panic attacks Nick is they are somewhat self-perpetuating - ie the attack triggered by a memory and it accelerates cos you know whats coming which makes you panic more and the situation worse. Effectively you go into adrenalin runaway. You need to develop a mechanism to put a halt on it. Deep breathing certainly helps as does talking to someone close or at least someone who understands the terror you experience. Now for me, I don't drink at all and a malt whiskey consumed fast disrupts the chemical imbalance that creates the attack. It stops it dead. Not a solution if you drink but works for me. Just find a way that works for you. A very brisk walk can also work - run the adrenalin off!
A massive well done too you for speaking out like you have done at the beginning of this video. I think its brilliant you have the back bone to speak out like you have done. Be proud of yourself. And keep up the great videos
Mate I just wanna say, I qualified as a spark in 2015 but went down different paths (Smart Metering, Dual Fuel etc) but watching your videos have made me realise what I’m missing and I’m gonna do my 18th Edition refresher and go back to being an Electrician. Good luck to you and Adam with the videos 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Nick, not only does it take real bottle to open up on a public forum but it's amazing that you're able to recognise what's happening, there is no shame in opening up. The mind works in strange ways but seeking help from others is key to success.
Trauma can trigger memories in random ways but it sounds like you made the right call and hope all is well going forward.
There's nothing wrong feeling the way you do, and it's inspiring to hear you talk so openly. Good on you. It'll probably help quite a few of us blokes as well. Cheers
Thanks for being honest and open. The more we are open about this kind of thing, the less people suffer in silence.
Well done Nick for talking about it, was diagnosed with depression few years back and that’s a valuable lesion I learnt,. Don’t EVER be afraid to talk, nothing to be ashamed of!
If you feel an anxiety attack coming on my advice is to lay down on your side resting your head on your arms and take some deep, slow breaths. I know it sounds silly but sometimes people can pass out during an attack and if your laying down you minimise the risk of a head injury if you do pass out, also in my experience with anxiety my chest tightens up but laying down helps me breathe easier.
Severe panic attacks are no joke, tough to overcome but it can be done!
I have always thought you are a good guy, my instincts have been proven right. Good on you for talking things through, it always helps to ease the burden.
Impressive open honesty about your mental health. Keep on talking. Regarding EICR, I thought the rule was that you test to the current standard, but if something is safe and up to the standard in place at the time it was designed, you can't deem it unsatisfactory just because it's to an older standard, only if you have a reason, eg cracked, broken, exposed, not tripping, etc.
Stay strong Nick, it's ALWAYS best to talk about it.
Listen to you talk about this sent shivers through me. I have just been diagnosed with depression something that I never thought would happen to me as I have always been a strong person but a couple of months ago things hit me and then got worse to the point I had some very bad thoughts. I have recently had to get on antidepressants due to this crying uncontrollable for no reason. Only spoke with family over the last week on my problems. Not really what you want when you a self employed electrician.
I'm a retired plumber who worked mainly by myself, your attitude to mental health is brilliant. Working on your own can sometimes arouse weird mental feelings within you. I think you are so right to speak out how you feel and I think the saying of " a problem shared is a problem halved" is quite true. You are a true considerate person with normal feelings, please continue to share those feelings. The things that don't have feelings are robots. Keep up the good work with Adam, as far as I can see he's a credit to you and your training regime you 'll get more out of him being fair but firm than the attitude of " I'm the boss"
Good man, you didn't need to open up to the world on youtube but you did, takes balls to do what you have done. We are all human at the end of the day. Stay strong brother.
Kudos to you for talking about your mental health. My personal opinion is that it is not a weakness and what gets you down only makes you stronger.
Good to hear you talk about your mental health mate. Definitely helps to talk about it.
Good job!!!
legend lad, when im feeling slightly anxious or on edge i honestly watch your vids they interest me and take my mind off more important stuff , keep doing what your doing it brings enjoyment to many but more importantly look after yourself always!
A friend from work had to have an ambulance out two days ago as he was getting chest pains and struggling to breathe. At first we wondering if it a chest infection of even Coronavirus. But the rest of us at work wondered what brought it on. He (at least seems), fairly chilled out at work. He can get quite busy but seemed to take it in his stride. Glad you made me more aware that they can just happen like that. And I hope to try and help him more somehow. On a different note, that property looked really cool!
Thank you for sharing that personal story Nick, I really think that will help others to know they're not alone with similar experiences, and "talking" is great advice. Massive respect mate.
Mate life will lump on you when you are least expecting it, you are doing all the right things and there 100% is no shame in expressing feelings about anything to anyone! Luv the vids
Fair play for talking about these issues. It takes a lot to speak out, but your right talking it through with people really helps! I remember I cracked up about 2 years in someone’s attic when someone very close to me passed away. Breaking down goes on more than everyone thinks or let’s on! Enjoy the vids, keep up the good work!👍 Over and under.
sorry for your loss mate. Keep going love your videos
Massive respect for opening up on this video 👊🏻
Legend! I'm at 4:23 and what i've just heard has made this man a true legend in my eyes ;)
You are a star mate, I am away working right now, i am an electrician and my dad passed away last week, also my step dad is in hospital and it not looking good.
I watch your channel a lot and you talking has helped me to share here, its bloody tough, i feel very tired, but my mates pull me through, and speaking openly pulls me through.
Cheers Gary
I like how transparent you are nick, you’re inspirational mate !
That opening took me somewhat by surprise, you have my upmost respect talking about your grief openly, good on you though, talking about it is the best thing to do, more people need to do it. As others have said it's okay not to be okay!
Important to keep talking and be open about things like that. Well done for not bottling it up
Love the way you handled the state of the second property. You could have gone in and just done your job and ignored the mould etc. I know I’d be the same, I couldn’t walk into a place like that and not tell somebody. Top job boys
Props to you mate for being open and honest and talking so matter of fact about your having a bit of a wobble.
If just one lad goes to work tomorrow and says “mate I’m not ok” or one bloke hears and and says “tell me about it” then you’ve done a brilliant thing.
Never forget lads, taking the piss doesn’t mean we don’t care.
It's not a moment of weakness ,even after 40 yrs after losing my dad something might happen to remind me of him in an instance.He was your friend just think of him in better times.
Chin up mate,you have family as you have said to talk to ,and Adam at work to keep you company 👍👍
You never really know how losing someone close to you, can affect you in so many ways, it's great that you have people to talk to, doing that just helps and 👍, I'm so grateful to have my wife,
its good to always talk about our feelings and how we are coping. our feeling are not a sign of weakness it just we are human
Well done for highlighting MH issues mate; strong! #ItsOKNotToBeOK
Took some balls that, good lad. I know exactly where your coming from though. I still have random times when I get flash backs of the last time I saw my Gran. Unfortunately see had cancer and I can still see her sitting in her chair when I left her house. This was nearly 20 yrs ago. But when it gets you it gets you.
You have my admiration for being able to say this to an audience of thousands. Many people will completely understand - some people won't understand but will let you own it, and some people will take the piss. As a society, we need to normalise talking about mental health.
I can relate, sometimes it can be the simpliest thing that takes you right back to a dark place or a bad experience. It's the initial shock of how it just gets you unaware and in that second you're right back there.
Us guys always keep things to ourself and for you to come talk to us about the problems other that the main focus shows how strong you are my friend stay strong and keep happy we will always be here for you
Your not alone mate.......never bottle it up . Well said
Well done mate, great that you share it like that. Makes it a bit easier for others who might be struggling.
Can totally relate nick suffer panic attacks periodically always seen to come at the most unexpected times we all have triggers pressure and stress build up and it’s almost like your body’s way of releasing it keep your chin up mate!
Hi nick everyone will get flash backs from past things just keep going forward it will get better you can talk to a love one or just let those around you if you are feeling low everyone has a low day's they will understand
Just found the rusty back box mate, keep that up it’s class
Good on you Nick for being open 👏🙏👍
Maximum respect Mr Bundy. There is no shame in expressing such struggles. It is easier said than done to speak about things so openly and it sounds like you have an awesome group of family and friends to help. Hold on to that, not everybody is so lucky. CJR could have built himself some bunk beds in that loft conversion and had some head height spare........
Really proud of you for talking about this. We need more of us in the trade to talk ❤
Another great vid, love watching them as always. Good to talk about mental health as well as men don't usually do that kind of stuff. Also, I think Chris (CJR) and his new lad are trying to take yours and Adam's TH-cam title.....🤣
Stay strong and talking about what gets you down. You’re doing the right thing for your family, Adam, your audience and of course you.
The hole between next doors consumer unit should be fire sealed as if a fire broke out it would spread fire and smoke to the primary exit for the 1st floor flat.
Nick, once again an amazing video. But your honestly, openness and kindness is fantastic. A real advocate for mental health! “You good job” ha ha
For you to talk on a camera about your mental health is a big thing! Men normally keep things to them self and it builds up but men put a brave face on but us men need to talk and it’s ok not to be ok keep your chin up pal! Loving the vids mate!
Your the man. It takes a true man to open up. I hope its all good now. Wicked video by the way. Best to talk about it. We are here for you batman!
Absolute legend for talking about it mate, it’s okay not to be okay
First time adding a comment to your channel. Watched you for awhile.
I have to say top man for talking about what happened to you regards panic attacks etc.
When stuff got to much for me I didn't know what was happening lost a lot of weight and changed from being a happy go lucky sole. To hidding away. Scared of my own shadow crying being sick all the time the list goes one. Spoke to a few people that told me to "pull myself together" until it got so bad it cost me my job my relationship etc spoke to the doc and that's when I started toget help. Still suffer now on. Life is good now but still suffer every once in a while. Nothing to be ashamed about. And top. Marks for talking about it openly!!
Wish the help that's available now was 6 years ago.
Well done for sharing your experience
You’ll always have moments... best thing you can do is talk and share. Took me 6 months to realise I had a problem and once I started with GP there was a huge weight off shoulders.
Top man for talking about it, especially as emotion is some taboo subject with blokes. As already said, it’s ok not to be ok.
Top bloke for opening up about that, we all should do it more, like you said keep talking, it helps massively 👍
Hat's off to you pal for being so open!! Top guy 👍
Keep your head up mate, stress can cause lots of things. You have all of our support too! ❤️
Never be a pressure cooker, let go of stuff as soon as possible or you end up taking your anger out on someone that does not deserve it. Only talking will help, you will never forget, but your will be able to take control and move forward. A friend of mine did the same stupid thing over thirty years ago, and I can still see and hear him clearly in my mind, he left the pub smiling and joking that he would join us later that night. He was found dead the next day with a hose pipe from his car exhaust to the cars back window (he made sure he did not have a chance to remove it, R.I.P Wolff).
I’d recommend them get a mastic man in and fire seal around them cables from your side.
Obviously you could fire seal it but the fire seal lads get it lovely and near around cables like that 👌🏼
Well done mate 👍. I have massive respect for you after your video on mental health, i managed to open up to people inc my wife all because of your video. Another great video
No shame in feeling vulnerable - you obviously care for your friend very much. The fact that you are talking about it is good. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Part of your recovery is talking and getting professional help if you need it. Prioritize sleep and family don’t feel the need to pump videos out quality is better than quantity. If you need to take break from the videos take the time.
For the old large property I absolutely believe old equipment should be removed but that’s non-code able observations still worth putting down. That’s my big bug bear.
I go with Adam rewire the second property. Smart Lad.
My mum starved to death because of a tumor in her stomach etc. It's only been 3 months since she died and I've not taken it very well but I've kind of come to the realization that I'll never get over it fully. It's like a black hole of sadness that the only way to deal with it is simply to forget but i'm pretty sure I'll get kind of flashbacks too.
Great you turned to your partner and friends - stay strong and safe - everyone keep talking about mental health - it comes in different types and triggers (smells can also trigger)
You handled it great, not taking it on alone, reaching out like that! And cudos that you talk about it like this on here! It is heavy stuff, but that shouldn´t mean people shouldn´t talk about it and keep everything for themselves. Great example!
And you do get my simpathie for having to deal with optional triggers now and again allmost at random for at least the near future.
Another great video helps all of us learning understand things better and well done you for talking and breaking down the stereotype walls 👊👏
Wow. New to your channel, having stumbled through a few of Jordan's vids. The opening added a new dimension which i wasn't expecting. Massive credit to you for opening up. Love the channel and content, and it's made me realise the 'great' job i did wiring up my new garage, is not so great. If only i new a great electrician who could come and film what i've done and advise electrician wannabees where they are going wrong!
Nick, well spoken mate i totally get where your coming from, but good for you for putting it out there, its inspiring good on ya, you take care and be proud of yourself you totally deserve to be! Great spark and giving Adam a great career, your a credit 👍
Well done for speaking out. I have not had your experiences, but suffer from depression that rears it's ugly head from time to time, and I have even indulged in some (albeit mild) self harm. Dark times when that happens. But your videos are great and we DIY'ers (boo hiss) learn a lot from your work, and other YooToob sparkies as well.
I subbed on the content of this video alone. Being a spark, especially being on big industrial and commercial jobs, you have to put on a face like you hard and you bullet proof. I started my apprenticeship in the mid 90's when apprentices got it bad. I nearly jacked and I got symptoms like the ones Nick spoke of at the start but I kept it inside and never told anyone. God knows how I got through.
Nice to know other blokes go through shit.
Nice work though Nick!
well come to this channel r1ckySV
all joking a side your mental heather is important . a surjection seek bereavement concealing might help you get over your lose of your good friend and dad Nick well done speaking out about it so openly .
I like nbudy electrical channel and residual current channel , you're good electrician professional .
I suffered with these kind of attacks over the years, since a health episode on my travels years ago. Happen very rarely nowadays but I agree with you, scary as hell when it does happen, especially when on your own. Stress is a factor, but the biggest trigger for me is caffeine. Too much and I can almost feel one coming on. I stick to decaf tea, coffee and coke nowadays. Massive reduction in episodes. Hope you don't get any more Nick, I know exactly where you're coming from.
I had recurring panic attacks after a heart attack 7 yrs ago which caused an RTC (no injuries). Not had one for a year but recognise it can happen again and recognise I will get over it again.
Well done mate I had ptsd after a motorcycle accident in which I was on life support and my friend passed away tragically
19:44 Look at the stairs and the handholder. It is looks as have somebody cutted the house into tow pices. But the power entrance it is the same one since xx years where they build this house.
Good idea to change every fuse board or CU every 10 years. We use here same fuse board since build the house in Germany.
that likely used to be a 3 storey + basement victorian townhouse, with servants quarters in the basement usually. those big old houses are usually now in urban high price neighborhoods where dividing up a large house into two maisonettes or multiple flats is more profitable. often done on the cheap and in a piecemeal fashion, hence the electrical and plumbing mess.
Keep talking fella. It helps the brain process the emotions. Its not a 'moment of weakness' - its just a moment. Nothing weak about recognising when you need some external input to help you.
First video I’ve seen of your channel and already I’ve the upmost respect for you, I’ll be watcnkng your videos and I’ve just subscribed!
Glad you got it off your chest, glad you shared.