Well it seems pretty obvious that Simba ditched the roommate and is now attached to you. Seems like even dogs know what a great guy you are. I predict you won't be single for much longer.
You surely will meet The Great Love one day. And you are still very much inspirational. I saw a kind young man with a bright future in this video. And a dog ;-)
Sorry to hear about your break up. Please know that it was never your job to be an example of a good relationship for us. That's too much weight to carry for anyone. Wishing you all the best in this new chapter of your life! ✌️
Exterior you ARE an example of a good relationship!! Just because it doesn't last forever, doesn't mean you were a bad example. It didn't last, but that can still be ok. All the love tho! 💕
There are so many of us who know that exact hurt; who have experienced it directly. I remember the pain. In my 20s, I had four, very hard, "endings" before my final "beginning." The fifth man I fell in love with has been by my side for 22 years and counting. He's made all the pain I endured to find him worth it, looking back now. But, trust me when I say, we have to give each relationship our all and our everything and enter into each as though it would be the "one." Take time; allow yourself to heal, properly. Love will find you when you're ready. I'm glad you've surrounded yourself with loving and supportive friends. I wish you all the very best. Peace.
So well spoken! May it attract someone who is a good fit forever for both of you! Take your time getting over the broken heart. You'll be ready whenever you're ready. But I'm looking forward to more videos, eventually.
Man take your time, that's very sweet to want to be an example of love for others but you do you! Don't stress, take care of yourself first. ALSO go on a date with Curtis sometime, y'all vibe
You are honest and sensitive for us. And who could ask for anything more? Over the years I have learned a lot about relationships and truly they are not easy especially when I have some expectation of what is supposed to be. The more I want it "to work" the more tense I make myself and the other. Now I just try to be supportive to myself and the other. It is more honest and less stressful. Hope that is helpful. I think you are very authentic and real. That is so important in a friend. Now I am working about being a real friend to myself. Then being with others is much easier.
Just went through a break up too. You have an extremely mature way of looking at the situation and I’m glad I’m not the only one who sees it that way too. Keep your head up and keep doing what makes you happy. I’ve always admired your positive attitude 😊
It's wonderful to see you posting again and I am thriller that you are back to being healthy and happy! It seems that in your last video that you were at home with a mild Covid case and that you had lost your sense of taste? I am so happy that you are 100% over it, we are all still staying home, but you moved into a wonderful home with your best friends and their dog!
My heart goes out to you, break-ups are never easy. FWIW, I went to high school not too far from Austin; and now I live near Brigham City. What serendipity. Anyway, you have an admirer in Tremonton.
It must make it so much harder that you not only have to break up, and tell your friends and family, and go through all that, but then you have to disclose it publicly on your channel too. I'm sorry. I also wanted to say that the last thing you should worry about is being a disappointing role model. That's on them, not you. It's harder to end things when you know it's not working, then to maintain the status quo because people expect you to. You're only modelling healthy self respect, which is less fun than a good ship, but more important.
Sending you both best wishes. I think 2020 has definitely taken a toll on all of us, but we just have to keep moving forward. I am sorry about your breakup and, please, don't apologize for not being a role model. We are human and life happens to all of us.
Joseph, break ups can be so sad because prides are hurt and people need to blame somebody. I'm so happy for you to know what can be claimed and what can't be. You will grow a little from this.
No need to be sorry. No need for explanations. Life happens. You will have other relationships and you will learn new things from them. One day you will find the one.
Sending you good vibes, Joe! Sorry to hear about the breakup. I hope you are doing better! When you are back in town (and the pandemic is up) let's get people together for a late night Denny's trip
So sorry to hear about your breakup 😢. Like you said, no matter who breaks off the relationship, it’s never easy for either person. Please take time to be good to yourself, and give yourself the time and attention you need to heal. Sending love and positive thoughts and vibes ❤️.
Ugh 🙄 finally The universe itself decides it's not too busy to join us here on TH-cam [as of the 8th of January of this year] What were you too busy 'expanding' or whatever before that you couldn't take the time to make a simple TH-cam account??¿‽ 💚{No offense intended, glad to see the universe is joining us here}💚
Sorry to hear about your and Haden's breakup and hope it was amicable. My last relationship lasted for 5 years and then we were best friends for 6 years before he died. The best thing that happened for me was being able to be there to take care of him at the end. You are still a young person and know that very few people meet their Life Partner early on in their lives. You learn a bit more with every relationship so that when you do meet the one you will spend the rest of your life with you will have the experience and patience to see it through to the end. Glad to see that you are doing okay Post Covid. Hang in there and know that your life will only get better from here.
Sorry Joesph. I wish you the best of luck in your starting over. You’ve been a part of my journey and have given me courage to come out. Thanks for your videos this past year.
Dear Boy, I know what you're going through and I can't find the words that I'd like to write to you. I am 70 and my partner (ex. since friday) and I had been together since he was 18. A fantastic life style here in France Now he is staying here in rog-land and I am to return to England with no hope of re-starting life except with some other old f----r. You are young and you WILL bounce back: you have to enjoy the agony of your own misery and all the tears but make sure you have someones' shoulder to cry on. Don't try to be too brave and do it all by yourself. Hopefully you have friends to help carry you when the footsore blisters of life become too bad. Me? I'm just bottling it up until I get settled into my little gothick cottage 300 yards from the beach. When I get there I think I'll just cuddle my cat and cry for a month. You? Go out and have fun but don't look too hard for love yet: it'll come as you are thoughtful and very handsome but ditch the fu----g hat!! makes you look like one in any million of precious little woke gays. Good luck in life. x paul
Good vibes and positive energy being sent your way. I hope you will find that love and wish the best for Hayden. Your positivity is a blessing for many 🙏❤️
Best of luck to both of you. Sorry you chose to quarantine for so long together. I think a good part of any relationship is friends outside, separate friends and friends you know as a couple. Also, work is good .. to go away for 6-10 hours a day and not see each other and have other interactions with people. I've heard Texas to be 'Right' or Right of center, but Austin to be almost as liberal as SanFran. If you follow guidelines, I think you can get out in the world and socialize. Washington State is almost as locked down as Oregon or California, but I still go out to the outside patio of my local brewery and enjoy a beer.
I feel the same way too, kinda given up on love too, too many people just dont believe that love is an adventure, its like a lifestyle, you are supposed to share your lofe with the other person and grow together, ao many people just want one night stads and its honestly never something ive wanted or cared about. Maybe im just tired of searching for the person, ive been looking for so many years and havent found him yet. These days i just go surfing, when im not doing that im studying or trading, trying to make a life, in free time there is nothing like playing guitar and singing, on bored days there is nothing like taking walks on the beach.
My husband and I are going on 19 years. It is never easy. Men aren't easy to love... not forever... It's the hard times that make the good times great. GL
Joseph I’m so sorry for your situation.... I’ve been down this road three times and time is the only medicine that helps!! You have a couple of things going for you!! You are young and good looking. Take the time you need and I’m sure the right one will come around!! Stay strong , safe and healthy! ✌🏻❤️😎🏳️🌈
You respected your ex with this breakup notification. Part of being a example of a good relationship is also being an example o a good breakup. Relationships don't always last for ever. Basically, relationships are the things we continuously fail at until we succeed... and even then that's a bit of a misnomer. You had a successful relationship. You had a successful break up. Life moves on and you learn from it and you'll be a better person for knowing yourself more and knowing what you want in a relationship and knowing how you'll be compatible with people. YOu're good. He's good. You're both better. Hopefully after the seperation emotions settle, you'll both look back on your relationship fondly. It made you both better for your next relationship.
Thank you for sharing with us. I could see how nervous you were telling us. Please don't feel like we lost any examples from seeing your relationship break up. As it is, there are far too many social media couples that only show the best parts of people's relationships and make us idealize them beyond reality. This dose of realism is fresh, and necessary. This is the way life is, and being able to connect with you as you go through it brings us back to the here and now. This video reminded us today to value and be happy with what we have with us rather than worrying about what we don't have, just as you're happy about spending time with Simba and your roommate and moving on from what could have been, but cannot be. As always, thank you for sharing with us, and wishing you God's blessing of resilience as you move on through your life's journey.
You definitely do not have to apologize for your breakup. Breakups are inevitable and show growth and maturity as you said. Definitely take care of your needs and the rest shall follow. ❤
OMG... You are THAT!!! Knowing when a relationship is not working, and showing everyone that is a better role-model than many have had. You will move on, grow and find new love. I can't wait to see what the next chapter brings. 💕
we all here for you, I'm sure Just went through a breakup myself. It sucked, but friends and stuff help you get through it. My offer to play board games with you still stands :P. I have a discord for it now with a few friends. About to play ticket actually
Again, I complement you on your choice of content. The more I see of you and experience your thinking, the more I appreciate and respect you. May goodness unfold for you... thanks for bring the good person you are.
Wishing you all the best! You are a special person, it’s easy to see. Just be yourself because it’s more than enough. Looking forward to your smiling face in the future,
You don't need to apologize for "not being the model relationship" or the model of love. That isn't your responsibility and it isn't anyone's to be honest. While couples on social media get that stigma and pressure from their fans, everyone's love and relationships are different. Needs are different and obviously what's on camera is not what behind camera. Hope you both are doing well and can find peace from this breakup. All you can do is learn from its experiences.
Make up and break ups do happen often especially during quarantine/lockdown. I am glad to have gone through the pandemic which ended a toxic relationship I was having. It also opened my mind up to online dating and find someone who can who I can get along. There is plenty of fish in the sea, and being a sailor and aviator, the sea is very very large, and it goes much pass the horizon.
It's much better find theses things out BEFORE you have children, buy a car and a house together. This is just the way of life; accept it and move on! You're a 'catch' for the right person.
I used to think that one side was bad that's why the breakup happened but when I grew older I figured out that it's about getting along and not about bad and good , because we change physically and mentally , I was not the same person 5 years ago so if you bring me a copy of myself 5 years ago I can not stand and probably I will fight with !
Hello so sorry to hear. A year ago I also had to breakup with my husband of 13 years. We had moved to Germany, but this just went south. Again sorry to hear. I know that it is tough but things get better. The new year will bring new promise.
When the going gets tough the tough get going and I'm sure the both of you will be going into the next chapters of your lives with prosperity and hope with a dash of rememberance. Giving up is not an option. Take your time and don't try to rush into the next relationship. God bless and have a great weekend.
I have only just found your channel and have been watching your content. Joseph, you have no reason to apologise because you were mature enough to accept reality. You did show what a beautiful stable relationship is like and I’m sure, gave hope to so many that they too could find that. I am so sorry that it finished, but you now also have the opportunity to share that there is life and hope in a new beginning. 🙏
I am saddened by the breakup. you have nothing to apologize for and certainly not to us, but it was thoughtful. I hope you stay in Austin, I think it fits with your persona. we are here for you.
Thank you for sharing. Ive been through a few break ups..the last did me in....not much hope now. I have a gay mormon friend from idaho .hes kind..remembers my bday. Best to u...ollie is good company. My dog
Aw Joe, you literally just have to be you. You don't have to be someone perfect for us. I literally come here to partake in the life that you've shared with us, not to see some perfect person living their perfect life because that's unrealistic. I'm sorry about what happened. I was on the receiving end of a breakup with an emotionally abusive person, and I still think about him to this day, though those thoughts aren't nearly as emotionally charged. I guess what I'm trying to say is that this is the kind of thing that takes time, introspection, and probably therapy (seriously it's really helpful). And it's learning how to be with yourself and all of the many feelings we feel as humans. Remember to reach out for help like whenever. And if you want to talk to me about it, I'd be more than willing. Though, I'm pretty sure there are other people you'd probably reach out to. But, just in case there aren't, I'm here for you! I love listening, and I feel like I get it. So, yeah. I send you only good vibes. Kev
"Sorry i could not be that." Actually, you still are an example of a positive relationship. Holding on to a relationship "just because" is not healthy or fulfilling for either of you and it takes character to realize it and guts to move on..
Joseph....I couldn't have said it better. It is so hard to autopsy a relationship. I wish you both the best...as I did my exes. We are here for you. H&K
You just haven't found "THE ONE" yet. Don't settle for the one you can live with, find the one you can't live without! Broke a lot of hearts looking for "THE ONE" I couldn't live without and the feeling is mutual. Almost 30 yrs together! You just need to figure out what your looking for. Remember don't settle, you deserve better. When you understand what you're looking for it's easier to discern what you're looking for from what you're not looking for. I had planned to wait a year before I went out looking but two weeks later I met him at a party, he was exactly what I was looking for. All in GOD's time!
Forgive me, Joseph, for suggesting that there is positively no one who can give you "everything you need," nor will you ever be able to give anyone else "everything they need." If that is your goal, it will prove to be forever elusive. As for you and Hayden, despite your break-up, I hope you'll find some way to remain friends, if you can. Best wishes to you both for this new year.
I am sorry to hear of your break up and will agree that it is too much pressure to put on yourself to have a perfect relationship for us. It is was perfect you would not be here for Christ was the only one perfect. Just be you and be a friend and as a friend know we love you and are here for you as family and glad you will be ok. Take it one step at a time. This is life. I have been single too long, but know that I have friends if I need them. Just come chat and vid. Love to see you get back on your feet with a career path doing something for you. Are you staying in town or are you moving someplace. What are you thinking? With Covid so strong just remember to take it under advisement and be safe. See ya next time.
Joseph, it is tough. You have grown so much, and this experience including the breakup has fostered more growth. You are never a perfect fit. Inclinations, and personalities that work together allow you to come together and if you want stay together. Don't apologize to us. We are but observers - the fact that you invite us into your life is a blessing. Hang in there. /Steve
Dude, you have said all u need to say on this topic. You're a good guy, your Ex is a good guy, and I love your Pup and your videos. Have a great weekend.
So sorry for what your going through. Hope you can look at it as it was good to meet and contact with a special soul, and while the connection was not a lifelong one you had some good times memories that will last a lifetime. Your a wonderful person and God loves you, as I do too. There are so many good things waiting for you out here in this world. Too bad I'm too old for you as in time when your through the healing process it you be great to date you, but at least having you as a friend is the most important aspect of life. Dont stay down to long or I will send you some snow from Michigan. Big hugs to you and each day your empty heart will be filled with joy and happiness. Will keep you in my prayers for a few weeks. Ron
Joy comes when you realize that you already have everything that you need. Look inside. Then external love and other good things will be added on to you.
My condolences on the break-up, Joseph. Glad, really glad, that you have human friends (and Simba) to help you transition through this time. Thoughts are with you :)
My husband James left me on January 5th for a funeral and 3 days later he file for a divorce or 5 years being together and 2 years of marriage the way he did it and how it hurts but life goes on be safe sorry to hear about your break up
No shame in doing what is best for all involved. I had to make the same choices after 6 years and I have 0 regrets because it's what needed to happen. Being young and attractive means you will only be single as long as you want to be.
I am so sorry to hear what has happen to the two of you. Having been through many break-ups and then, of course, there was the BIG BREAK-UP in my life- DIVORCE. It seems NOW really odd that I'm still attracted to my ex-wife. Does that mean that I'm no longer Gay. If you can answer that for me, I'd appreciate your assessment.
i'm sorry to hear of your breakup but I am really not surprised. You are an awesome guy and deserve the best only. I know we only see what you want us to see but the good things do come through. Something for thought Joseph, your friend Kurtis seems to be a quality guy and someone for you to keep an eye on. Who knows❤️
Relationships are all different. Some are for a season, some longer term, some for life. And even a loving relationship between two beautiful souls doesn't always work. You are still awesome and we still love you.
❤️❤️❤️It’s always good to vent instead of holding it in and I’m sorry for your break up but through my experience I realize that relationships is pretty much the same as family and friends relationships and it’s always good to discover ourselves before we try again so I really hope you’re going to be OK❤️❤️❤️❤️
Such is life, better things / people will come along. After 66 years I've found out its best to make a clean break if its not working. I split from my first long term partner, then totally unexpectedly met my now husband, that was 21 years ago....
Break ups are never easy. Sending love to u with many blessings to u. I have loved many in my 68 years of living my faith and I have learned to be a happy guy being by myself. Hoping it works out for u. sincerely a former Mormon boy.
Thanks for all the love guys 💕Also just so you know the dog is my roommates not mine, sorry for the confusion 😅
Best of luck with everything! Happy both of you are doing what's best for one another.
Well wishes man that's so true
Well it seems pretty obvious that Simba ditched the roommate and is now attached to you. Seems like even dogs know what a great guy you are. I predict you won't be single for much longer.
Still, nice to have him to cuddle.
You surely will meet The Great Love one day. And you are still very much inspirational. I saw a kind young man with a bright future in this video. And a dog ;-)
Sorry to hear about your break up. Please know that it was never your job to be an example of a good relationship for us. That's too much weight to carry for anyone. Wishing you all the best in this new chapter of your life! ✌️
You approached it very well. Thanks for the update. 2021 is here, make it your year.
Sorry to hear about your breakup, but wishing both of you all the very best.
Exterior you ARE an example of a good relationship!!
Just because it doesn't last forever, doesn't mean you were a bad example. It didn't last, but that can still be ok.
All the love tho! 💕
There are so many of us who know that exact hurt; who have experienced it directly. I remember the pain. In my 20s, I had four, very hard, "endings" before my final "beginning." The fifth man I fell in love with has been by my side for 22 years and counting. He's made all the pain I endured to find him worth it, looking back now. But, trust me when I say, we have to give each relationship our all and our everything and enter into each as though it would be the "one." Take time; allow yourself to heal, properly. Love will find you when you're ready. I'm glad you've surrounded yourself with loving and supportive friends. I wish you all the very best. Peace.
Sorry to hear about that.
Life does go on and gets better!
Love you 💕😘💕😘
“Chin up, young person” (line from a lovely movie - ‘The Object of My Affection’).
So well spoken! May it attract someone who is a good fit forever for both of you! Take your time getting over the broken heart. You'll be ready whenever you're ready. But I'm looking forward to more videos, eventually.
Man take your time, that's very sweet to want to be an example of love for others but you do you! Don't stress, take care of yourself first.
ALSO go on a date with Curtis sometime, y'all vibe
You are honest and sensitive for us. And who could ask for anything more? Over the years I have learned a lot about relationships and truly they are not easy especially when I have some expectation of what is supposed to be. The more I want it "to work" the more tense I make myself and the other. Now I just try to be supportive to myself and the other. It is more honest and less stressful. Hope that is helpful. I think you are very authentic and real. That is so important in a friend. Now I am working about being a real friend to myself. Then being with others is much easier.
So sorry to hear the news. I wish you all the very best
Just went through a break up too. You have an extremely mature way of looking at the situation and I’m glad I’m not the only one who sees it that way too. Keep your head up and keep doing what makes you happy. I’ve always admired your positive attitude 😊
It's wonderful to see you posting again and I am thriller that you are back to being healthy and happy! It seems that in your last video that you were at home with a mild Covid case and that you had lost your sense of taste? I am so happy that you are 100% over it, we are all still staying home, but you moved into a wonderful home with your best friends and their dog!
My heart goes out to you, break-ups are never easy. FWIW, I went to high school not too far from Austin; and now I live near Brigham City. What serendipity. Anyway, you have an admirer in Tremonton.
It must make it so much harder that you not only have to break up, and tell your friends and family, and go through all that, but then you have to disclose it publicly on your channel too. I'm sorry. I also wanted to say that the last thing you should worry about is being a disappointing role model. That's on them, not you. It's harder to end things when you know it's not working, then to maintain the status quo because people expect you to. You're only modelling healthy self respect, which is less fun than a good ship, but more important.
Sending you both best wishes. I think 2020 has definitely taken a toll on all of us, but we just have to keep moving forward. I am sorry about your breakup and, please, don't apologize for not being a role model. We are human and life happens to all of us.
Joseph, break ups can be so sad because prides are hurt and people need to blame somebody. I'm so happy for you to know what can be claimed and what can't be. You will grow a little from this.
Wishing you all the goodness and happiness in 2021...it HAS to be better than 2020.
No need to be sorry. No need for explanations. Life happens. You will have other relationships and you will learn new things from them. One day you will find the one.
Sending you good vibes, Joe! Sorry to hear about the breakup. I hope you are doing better! When you are back in town (and the pandemic is up) let's get people together for a late night Denny's trip
Don't give up on love. The dog being by your side instead of his proves you are a great guy and because of this you will know that perfect love.
I am sorry about this. I just found out. But much love to you my friend.
God Bless you My husband and i broke up yesterday 💖 thank you for this it made me feel better
So sorry to hear about your breakup 😢. Like you said, no matter who breaks off the relationship, it’s never easy for either person. Please take time to be good to yourself, and give yourself the time and attention you need to heal. Sending love and positive thoughts and vibes ❤️.
Kudos for putting such positive energy into The Universe. The Universe sends you positive energy back.
Ugh 🙄 finally The universe itself decides it's not too busy to join us here on TH-cam [as of the 8th of January of this year]
What were you too busy 'expanding' or whatever before that you couldn't take the time to make a simple TH-cam account??¿‽
💚{No offense intended, glad to see the universe is joining us here}💚
Sorry to hear about your and Haden's breakup and hope it was amicable. My last relationship lasted for 5 years and then we were best friends for 6 years before he died. The best thing that happened for me was being able to be there to take care of him at the end. You are still a young person and know that very few people meet their Life Partner early on in their lives. You learn a bit more with every relationship so that when you do meet the one you will spend the rest of your life with you will have the experience and patience to see it through to the end. Glad to see that you are doing okay Post Covid. Hang in there and know that your life will only get better from here.
Sorry Joesph. I wish you the best of luck in your starting over. You’ve been a part of my journey and have given me courage to come out. Thanks for your videos this past year.
Sorry about your break-up. But, you got someone better with your new roommate Simba. Who couldn't resist slobbery kisses from that cute furry face.
I am jealous of Simba. So many kisses from lovely Joseph.
Dear Boy, I know what you're going through and I can't find the words that I'd like to write to you. I am 70 and my partner (ex. since friday) and I had been together since he was 18. A fantastic life style here in France Now he is staying here in rog-land and I am to return to England with no hope of re-starting life except with some other old f----r. You are young and you WILL bounce back: you have to enjoy the agony of your own misery and all the tears but make sure you have someones' shoulder to cry on. Don't try to be too brave and do it all by yourself. Hopefully you have friends to help carry you when the footsore blisters of life become too bad. Me? I'm just bottling it up until I get settled into my little gothick cottage 300 yards from the beach. When I get there I think I'll just cuddle my cat and cry for a month. You? Go out and have fun but don't look too hard for love yet: it'll come as you are thoughtful and very handsome but ditch the fu----g hat!! makes you look like one in any million of precious little woke gays. Good luck in life. x paul
Sorry to hear this. You are not alone and many of us can relate to your experience and how you feel. You will find someone who is right to you.
Breakups suck. Sending lots of positive vibes your way!
Good vibes and positive energy being sent your way. I hope you will find that love and wish the best for Hayden. Your positivity is a blessing for many 🙏❤️
I'm very sorry to hear. I hope you find solace, and someday what you need.
P.S. Simba is adorable!
Best of luck to both of you. Sorry you chose to quarantine for so long together. I think a good part of any relationship is friends outside, separate friends and friends you know as a couple. Also, work is good .. to go away for 6-10 hours a day and not see each other and have other interactions with people. I've heard Texas to be 'Right' or Right of center, but Austin to be almost as liberal as SanFran. If you follow guidelines, I think you can get out in the world and socialize. Washington State is almost as locked down as Oregon or California, but I still go out to the outside patio of my local brewery and enjoy a beer.
I feel the same way too, kinda given up on love too, too many people just dont believe that love is an adventure, its like a lifestyle, you are supposed to share your lofe with the other person and grow together, ao many people just want one night stads and its honestly never something ive wanted or cared about.
Maybe im just tired of searching for the person, ive been looking for so many years and havent found him yet.
These days i just go surfing, when im not doing that im studying or trading, trying to make a life, in free time there is nothing like playing guitar and singing, on bored days there is nothing like taking walks on the beach.
Nothing to apologize for. Breakups are tough but a part of life, unfortunately. Good luck to the both of you.
Joe! just know that you are loved. I just want to send you Hugs and Love.
My husband and I are going on 19 years. It is never easy. Men aren't easy to love... not forever... It's the hard times that make the good times great. GL
You inspire so many people and deserve all the happiness in the world! Keep up the awesome work!
Joseph I’m so sorry for your situation.... I’ve been down this road three times and time is the only medicine that helps!! You have a couple of things going for you!! You are young and good looking. Take the time you need and I’m sure the right one will come around!! Stay strong , safe and healthy! ✌🏻❤️😎🏳️🌈
You respected your ex with this breakup notification. Part of being a example of a good relationship is also being an example o a good breakup. Relationships don't always last for ever. Basically, relationships are the things we continuously fail at until we succeed... and even then that's a bit of a misnomer. You had a successful relationship. You had a successful break up. Life moves on and you learn from it and you'll be a better person for knowing yourself more and knowing what you want in a relationship and knowing how you'll be compatible with people. YOu're good. He's good. You're both better. Hopefully after the seperation emotions settle, you'll both look back on your relationship fondly. It made you both better for your next relationship.
Thank you for sharing with us. I could see how nervous you were telling us.
Please don't feel like we lost any examples from seeing your relationship break up. As it is, there are far too many social media couples that only show the best parts of people's relationships and make us idealize them beyond reality.
This dose of realism is fresh, and necessary. This is the way life is, and being able to connect with you as you go through it brings us back to the here and now. This video reminded us today to value and be happy with what we have with us rather than worrying about what we don't have, just as you're happy about spending time with Simba and your roommate and moving on from what could have been, but cannot be.
As always, thank you for sharing with us, and wishing you God's blessing of resilience as you move on through your life's journey.
I'm so sorry to hear this you are a great guy and wish you both the best
You definitely do not have to apologize for your breakup. Breakups are inevitable and show growth and maturity as you said. Definitely take care of your needs and the rest shall follow. ❤
OMG... You are THAT!!! Knowing when a relationship is not working, and showing everyone that is a better role-model than many have had. You will move on, grow and find new love. I can't wait to see what the next chapter brings. 💕
we all here for you, I'm sure
Just went through a breakup myself. It sucked, but friends and stuff help you get through it. My offer to play board games with you still stands :P. I have a discord for it now with a few friends. About to play ticket actually
You are a young man whose life is just starting. Love will come knocking on your door again!!
Again, I complement you on your choice of content. The more I see of you and experience your thinking, the more I appreciate and respect you. May goodness unfold for you... thanks for bring the good person you are.
Wishing you all the best! You are a special person, it’s easy to see. Just be yourself because it’s more than enough. Looking forward to your smiling face in the future,
You don't need to apologize for "not being the model relationship" or the model of love. That isn't your responsibility and it isn't anyone's to be honest. While couples on social media get that stigma and pressure from their fans, everyone's love and relationships are different. Needs are different and obviously what's on camera is not what behind camera. Hope you both are doing well and can find peace from this breakup. All you can do is learn from its experiences.
I'm sorry for both of you. Break ups are HARD! But, on the good side, you now have Simba
Thanks for telling us, dad. We won’t blame ourselves.
Sorry to hear that, be strong and don't give up on love.Hope the transition period is not too difficult for you. Take care.
Make up and break ups do happen often especially during quarantine/lockdown. I am glad to have gone through the pandemic which ended a toxic relationship I was having. It also opened my mind up to online dating and find someone who can who I can get along. There is plenty of fish in the sea, and being a sailor and aviator, the sea is very very large, and it goes much pass the horizon.
It's much better find theses things out BEFORE you have children, buy a car and a house together. This is just the way of life; accept it and move on! You're a 'catch' for the right person.
There is no need to apologizem, we will be just fine. Take care of yourself and hold your head up. Much love to you in the New Year.
I used to think that one side was bad that's why the breakup happened but when I grew older I figured out that it's about getting along and not about bad and good , because we change physically and mentally , I was not the same person 5 years ago so if you bring me a copy of myself 5 years ago I can not stand and probably I will fight with !
You are so mature and wise! Thank you for sharing
Hello so sorry to hear. A year ago I also had to breakup with my husband of 13 years. We had moved to Germany, but this just went south. Again sorry to hear. I know that it is tough but things get better. The new year will bring new promise.
When the going gets tough the tough get going and I'm sure the both of you will be going into the next chapters of your lives with prosperity and hope with a dash of rememberance. Giving up is not an option. Take your time and don't try to rush into the next relationship. God bless and have a great weekend.
Being strong and loving enough to let go if that's the best for both. shows real love. Best wishes to you both on your new paths. Hugs 😘
I have only just found your channel and have been watching your content. Joseph, you have no reason to apologise because you were mature enough to accept reality. You did show what a beautiful stable relationship is like and I’m sure, gave hope to so many that they too could find that. I am so sorry that it finished, but you now also have the opportunity to share that there is life and hope in a new beginning. 🙏
So sorry to hear about your break up, but as you say sometimes its for the best. I wish you both all the very best! Did you stay in Austin?
I am saddened by the breakup. you have nothing to apologize for and certainly not to us, but it was thoughtful. I hope you stay in Austin, I think it fits with your persona. we are here for you.
Sending all good vibes to you both...I’m sorry for your pain. ❤️🌈
Thank you for sharing.
Ive been through a few break ups..the last did me in....not much hope now. I have a gay mormon friend from idaho .hes kind..remembers my bday. Best to u...ollie is good company. My dog
This sad time in all our lives will end,and yes Joseph there are better day’s ahead,stay safe and look after your self, good vibes from 🇨🇮🇨🇮 Ireland,
you are both young, smart and good looking, Mr, Right will come along!
Here's wishing that the new year will bring you JOY, LOVE, PEACE, and HAPPINESS to you!!! 🧡💛💚💙💜
Aw Joe, you literally just have to be you. You don't have to be someone perfect for us. I literally come here to partake in the life that you've shared with us, not to see some perfect person living their perfect life because that's unrealistic. I'm sorry about what happened. I was on the receiving end of a breakup with an emotionally abusive person, and I still think about him to this day, though those thoughts aren't nearly as emotionally charged. I guess what I'm trying to say is that this is the kind of thing that takes time, introspection, and probably therapy (seriously it's really helpful). And it's learning how to be with yourself and all of the many feelings we feel as humans. Remember to reach out for help like whenever. And if you want to talk to me about it, I'd be more than willing. Though, I'm pretty sure there are other people you'd probably reach out to. But, just in case there aren't, I'm here for you! I love listening, and I feel like I get it. So, yeah. I send you only good vibes. Kev
"Sorry i could not be that." Actually, you still are an example of a positive relationship. Holding on to a relationship "just because" is not healthy or fulfilling for either of you and it takes character to realize it and guts to move on..
Joseph....I couldn't have said it better. It is so hard to autopsy a relationship. I wish you both the best...as I did my exes. We are here for you. H&K
You just haven't found "THE ONE" yet. Don't settle for the one you can live with, find the one you can't live without! Broke a lot of hearts looking for "THE ONE" I couldn't live without and the feeling is mutual. Almost 30 yrs together! You just need to figure out what your looking for. Remember don't settle, you deserve better. When you understand what you're looking for it's easier to discern what you're looking for from what you're not looking for. I had planned to wait a year before I went out looking but two weeks later I met him at a party, he was exactly what I was looking for. All in GOD's time!
Forgive me, Joseph, for suggesting that there is positively no one who can give you "everything you need," nor will you ever be able to give anyone else "everything they need." If that is your goal, it will prove to be forever elusive. As for you and Hayden, despite your break-up, I hope you'll find some way to remain friends, if you can. Best wishes to you both for this new year.
I am sorry to hear of your break up and will agree that it is too much pressure to put on yourself to have a perfect relationship for us. It is was perfect you would not be here for Christ was the only one perfect. Just be you and be a friend and as a friend know we love you and are here for you as family and glad you will be ok. Take it one step at a time. This is life. I have been single too long, but know that I have friends if I need them. Just come chat and vid. Love to see you get back on your feet with a career path doing something for you. Are you staying in town or are you moving someplace. What are you thinking? With Covid so strong just remember to take it under advisement and be safe. See ya next time.
Joseph, YOU are an incredibly sensible, gracious, and thoughtful individual.
I'm sorry dear! I feel your pain, quarantine is really hard on relationships.
Joseph, it is tough. You have grown so much, and this experience including the breakup has fostered more growth. You are never a perfect fit. Inclinations, and personalities that work together allow you to come together and if you want stay together. Don't apologize to us. We are but observers - the fact that you invite us into your life is a blessing. Hang in there. /Steve
All I will say is that you need to take time for yourself first, then I wish you well in the future. You will find the right person. Don’t give up.
Dude, you have said all u need to say on this topic. You're a good guy, your Ex is a good guy, and I love your Pup and your videos. Have a great weekend.
I’m confident you’ll weather this fine. “Everything will be alright in the end. So if it’s not alright, it’s not yet the end.”
So sorry for what your going through. Hope you can look at it as it was good to meet and contact with a special soul, and while the connection was not a lifelong one you had some good times memories that will last a lifetime. Your a wonderful person and God loves you, as I do too. There are so many good things waiting for you out here in this world. Too bad I'm too old for you as in time when your through the healing process it you be great to date you, but at least having you as a friend is the most important aspect of life. Dont stay down to long or I will send you some snow from Michigan. Big hugs to you and each day your empty heart will be filled with joy and happiness. Will keep you in my prayers for a few weeks. Ron
Joy comes when you realize that you already have everything that you need. Look inside. Then external love and other good things will be added on to you.
My condolences on the break-up, Joseph. Glad, really glad, that you have human friends (and Simba) to help you transition through this time. Thoughts are with you :)
Sorry to hear, but glad you realize you need to do what is best for you both in the long run.
My husband James left me on January 5th for a funeral and 3 days later he file for a divorce or 5 years being together and 2 years of marriage the way he did it and how it hurts but life goes on be safe sorry to hear about your break up
No shame in doing what is best for all involved. I had to make the same choices after 6 years and I have 0 regrets because it's what needed to happen.
Being young and attractive means you will only be single as long as you want to be.
So sorry to hear it! Good luck to the both of you going forward.
I am so sorry to hear what has happen to the two of you. Having been through many break-ups and then, of course, there was the BIG BREAK-UP in my life- DIVORCE. It seems NOW really odd that I'm still attracted to my ex-wife. Does that mean that I'm no longer Gay. If you can answer that for me, I'd appreciate your assessment.
i'm sorry to hear of your breakup but I am really not surprised. You are an awesome guy and deserve the best only. I know we only see what you want us to see but the good things do come through. Something for thought Joseph, your friend Kurtis seems to be a quality guy and someone for you to keep an eye on. Who knows❤️
stay strong Joseph i do know what you are going through all the best in the future and also to hayden
Relationships are all different. Some are for a season, some longer term, some for life. And even a loving relationship between two beautiful souls doesn't always work. You are still awesome and we still love you.
Well chock another one up for 2020. Marke and Ethan and you guys, what is happening? So sorry Joseph, it will get better. 💔
❤️❤️❤️It’s always good to vent instead of holding it in and I’m sorry for your break up but through my experience I realize that relationships is pretty much the same as family and friends relationships and it’s always good to discover ourselves before we try again so I really hope you’re going to be OK❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sorry about your breakup Joe. Love and hugs 💔😥
I know how you feel. You are not alone😭 I'm going through it too. I luv you. Take care❤️
Such is life, better things / people will come along. After 66 years I've found out its best to make a clean break if its not working. I split from my first long term partner, then totally unexpectedly met my now husband, that was 21 years ago....
Break ups are never easy. Sending love to u with many blessings to u. I have loved many in my 68 years of living my faith and I have learned to be a happy guy being by myself. Hoping it works out for u. sincerely a former Mormon boy.
More love and power to you Joseph!