Social media can be a nightmare rabbit hole, I use youtube and that's it. Even watching the news can mess with your mind these days. Just keep doing what your doing and come out the other side👍
100% dude, I work in mental health, I spend my working week helping others with their own mental health and spent years neglecting my own. I made the decision not to spend my free time doing nothing about it and get out into nature. I started wild camping and bushcrafting in January this year, and it's made a huge difference to my life already
It took me accidentally breaking my phone and not having the money to fix it to escape the endless scrolling n feeling that you always need to be connected through socials. While at first it felt isolating, i've now come to enjoy being more present and getting over the fomo i often felt looking at instagram. Watching channels like yours has helped me through rough patches these last couple of years and motivated me to make that step towards feeling like myself again - finished my first year of uni and made some great mates, got out to the Peaks with them a few times and it's reignited my love for the outdoors which i haven't felt since i was in the scouts as a kid. now planning my first multi-day wild camp trip up the suffolk coast with a couple mates and cannot wait. cheers craig
Wise words. I didn't think I had mental health issues, then covid and the lockdowns, and the lies, and, and...all that. Blew me away. I haven't been the same since. But one of the main things that got me through that was going alone to the woods, making a brew, and just sitting. Those f*king trees. They've seen a thing or two. All the crap cleared from my head and I got a real sense of peace. I still do it, and it still works. Great vid mate! - thanks! 👍
Kudos to you for speaking out about mental health. I almost got lost a few years back I totally lost the plot but one doctor, my local gp, grabbed me and pulled me back from the brink. Once, a ten minute routine appointment turned into 45 minutes and he just talked to me. I feel myself welling up as I write this. Everyone is struggling in these insane times so thanks again for opening up brother. We need to look out for one another we are all brothers and sisters
I can definitely tell a difference when I stay away from social media and "doom scrolling " as you call it. Especially these days. The world has really turned into an odd place. I'm glad you have some good people in your life, and don't forget that your fans out here love ya. If you ever need to chat to anyone I'm sure anyone including me would be more than happy to talk to ya. Stay strong brotha!
Menkel health... keep up the good work ...I think Ben changed about end of last year with you two....But what do I know...Your class on your own anyway the world is your oyster and everything in it..xxx
Been following your channel for a while. I like camping & being out in the woods, but your channel is also relaxing & calming to have on. Thanks for speaking up about mental health - the brain can get ill just like any other body part - take care dude.
Im 60 years old, life was so good during my first 40 years of my life, the world is falling apart, I remember when everyone was so kind to each other and try to help their fellow men/women in anyway possible, it not that way anymore, greed has destroyed this world, I love you Brother and keep being positive, I was one of your first Subscribers and haven't missed not one episode, I feel relaxed after watching one of your videos, like I always say KEEP ON KEEPING ON, because the world needs more people like you. 😊
Hi from Scottish Highlands , Exact same mate, ptsd, I run to woods to make fire listen to the wind in trees n birds , exhale and get perspective on bullshit world, been like that since a kid, upwards n onwards fella 🙏☀️
I have a friend (he introduced me to it) who watches your channel, not because he's interested in wild camping, but because it makes him feel good. That's the power of your channel Craig. I'd say just carry on doing what you're doing, and long may it continue working.
Excellent vid Craig. Help for mental health is paramount, especially us ex-military. As you say. We all suffer with it to varying degrees. Some worse than others. Good luck with your own mental health. Keep up the good work.
I agree pal👌THE MOST DIFFICULT ASPECT IS REACHING OUT. Well, you have mastered that😎👏I too had help with my hyper-vigilance/critiquing/aggression (and you will know that this is a trait that works well in your service years🇬🇧⚔) I was a good soldier but a poor civvy until I eventually sought help. God bless you for reaching out and KTF🙏
It is so good you are mentioning this, there's so much ptss going on, unadressed, not diagnosed. And this puts whole families in misery. It is really sad
Waking up is the best feeling. Today I fixed my bike and other day cleaned my whole room, yes it may seem shit to other people but for me it's taken away so much stress and your videos make my day too, so thanks Craig. , Much appreciated 👍
You're a normal person. Everyone has something going on. Your exceptional character allows you to realize things and talk about them. We're all a work in progress. Thumbs up 👍
Great video mate. I think you are bang on with what you said! The world is a strange place at the minute. Too much social media shit being rammed down our throats.
Really appreciate this video. You're a relatable lad and you've been open and honest about yourself and spotted the changes in your personality and made the step to seek help. I'm currently going through a separation, I've 2 daughters in my full care and the whole thing has brought back past trauma like you wouldn't believe. Your videos have got me and the girls out and about in nature many a time and as a family we appreciate the videos you upload. You've got a 6, 7 and 31 year old hooked on bushcraft and camping and you've got to be happy with that. Best of luck and enjoy life.
Great video Craig !! I think all of your subscribers would agree, that what your putting out there regarding mental health, touches everyone! I’m sure we all can relate… life is strained at times but thank you for sharing… your probably helping people more than you can imagine! Keep it going mate, your channel is Awesome!
Craig, thank you so much. Totally felt like you were just sat chatting with me. Good chat as well, connected with a lot of what you were saying. Hope I get to have beer with you one day...
51 years on this mad rock has left its mark on me. I was recently looking at some old pics from the late 80's & early 90's & I can recall how happy, funny & carefree I was back then. But nowadays I'm up & down, moody, suspicious & sometimes not the best person to be around. Totally get where you were coming from in this vid mate. Sounds like you've been down a few online rabbit holes too. They're ok in rare, short dives, but it's so easy to go from one to another, to another. The warren is vast down there & isn't a healthy place to be. I joke to people that Ive been down the rabbit hole so long that I should really change my name to Alice😂 Great talk, Craig. Glad to hear you've picked up that phone. Looking forward to seeing more from you enjoying nature. All the best pal👍
The bushcraft community as always helped each other, in time of need, in time of sharing knowledge. There's nothing like companionship in building trust between outdoorsmen & outdoors women.
Cheers for looking out for Brett bro that's awesome of you!🤙🏻 I really appreciate your honesty, being honest with yourself is key with moving forward. Always here for you mate. Always. 💚
You beautiful human 💚💚🌲 great video mate that will resonate with ALOT of people. You're defo not alone in that school of thought mate, gutted you have been moved off shift with Ben 😭 always here if you need anything mate 🤙💚
Love what you said about wild camping mate, so sick of rules rules rules and obedient people thinking they are the virtuous ones. its actually criminal that nature isn't free for everyone... keep it up there's so many like us..
Cheers fella ,you are a really an insperansional energy in the middle of your own turmoil you still find time to help others enough said and as for the modern world I'm with you and I stick both fingers up at the rules lol love and peace fella
Ps just read a beautiful quote related to your conversation about waking up , the quote read I'm so glad I was on the wake up list again lol it's the little things in life hope the whole world finds a few minutes goodness today happy Wednesday
From 1 suffolk boy to another cheers for being able to speak abit about mental health its something ive struggled with my entire adult life its good to know we all have our share of shit and we can get through it. Keep it up boyo!
Thank you for creating this channel, it really has helped me a lot, and countless others I'm sure. Thank you for being you, and being able to talk about it. Love ya brother!
Excellent fireside chat, Craig. It's so important that someone breaks the wall of silence and says: "Look, this happens. It happens to me and it can/will happen to you in some form, too. And this is how I see it coming and this is what I do." It's vital to hear someone say that to you sometimes. I've needed it. Also, your name was being spoken with high hosannas and praises over the weekend. I bought one of those power chargers/batteries you had on your channel a year or so ago. Since then, I've lent it out to friends, but this weekend we had a power cut and I was the smuggest little bugger you ever will see as I just plugged in my computer and TV. So, many cheer for that, lad. 😀
Great video, Craig. Your mental health chat resonated with me. You are so right. I am really glad you are doing something about it. I hope other people struggling will take your advice. Thanks bro! ❤
I love ur vids Craig, they automatically make me feel at peace from the music u play to the places u go. So thankyou for ur work that goes into making these gems 💎 xx
Mate I too get fed up with the modern world. I commute up london everyday on the train and people are just completely distracted by their phones. It gets me down that this is the new normal. People are more disconnected than ever before. I love my weekends where me and my girlfriend will go out for very long walks and its amazing to get out the city. Keep doing what your doing pal. Rob 🤙
I have mental health issues. Hearing you speak and how you cope with things .and yout take on the modern world. Is great to see. Keep fighting my friend and love the videos
I hear ya just found your channel great videos and in East Anglia to just bought my 1st sit on top as I have mental health issues to all to ya well done and peace out enjoy life thanks
You're absolutely right in everything you said there mate. People are sad and depressed because we're not meant to live in stone boxes and be slaves to a f@#ked up system like this. I'm gonna keep sticking it to the man the same as you. And if not for your videos I wouldn't have got my bag together and done it in the first place so thank you once again you absolute f@#kin legend!
KEEP ON TROSHING BOY ,,,,you keep doing what your doing ,,keep the good guys close, and fuck the others mate ,, WE ARE HERE FOR A GOOD TIME NOT A LONG TIME ,,,look forward to next video
This resonated with me so much I've been sat here thinking what to reply. I appreciate all you do on this channel mate, I can see you're genuine and a decent person, glad to be a subscriber. As for sticking it to the man, theres so many people who "stand by" things these days via text. I'd stand by anyone who wants to stick it to the man. Wavelength check: Affirmative.✌
It's mad how relateable you are, i got diagonosed with PTSD recently (not from war but some things i went through) Lost my dream job and fucked it with the person that means most! Sacked my meds off back smoking bud, and struggle to see the light at end of it!! Even just listening to your problems is a weight lifted because its easy to think you're the only one struggling! I hope you start to feel better in yourself going forward, always a pleasure to watch.
Completely agree that waking up in the morning is a good day. Sorry to hear you've been feeling unhappy recently. It was a pleasure to meet you last year (Holly and Russ) and sending you massive positive vibes. Take care of yourself.
I have a hard time wrapping my head around what's going on in today's world as well. I appreciate your perspective. Thanks for sharing, & keep on trucking, Craig!
Aup Craig, good vid mate 👍 It's definitely been tough these past several years for us critical thinkers that notice and research things that most don't. But like yinyang, because of this darkness there has been a significant growing paradigm shift of the collective consciousness towards light and truth. So we can keep our chins up knowing that light eradicates darkness and it will make the people's lands a greater place to live life soon enough 💪
Hello East Anglian, great video mate , I love your honesty and truthfulness. These internal struggles comes to us all as you know but with your background you're hit pretty hard. I think you're doing a wonderful job on this social media , you're a top man . Shame that at the moment issues are hitting you hard mate , I live on the borders of Cambridgeshire n Norfolk and I offer myself to ya if things are getting too much n you need an ear to talk to. Take care buddy, safe travels.
What a ace watch dude love the mental health chat defo do more with the cost of living I'm sure more people out their mental health problems but what a legend you are
I have been on a marathon with your videos for the last 4 day's and I have learnt so much, thankyou for your videos and sharing your knowledge on bushcraft, nature and wildlife 😁 your very intelligent and full of knowledge. I have enjoyed all of your videos very much can't wait for more.
Great to hear you speak so candidly. I've found that the old black dog is never totally gone from my life, it's just that most of the time I have better control over it. The fact that you can speak openly shows me that you have it under control :) Top tips: stay positive and surround yourself with people you love and who love you. And continue doing the things you love and make you feel positive about yourself. And remember, waking up each morning is worth $10 million dollars. Much respect to you :)
Well done Craig, I have great respect for you and you are right talking about your difficulties helps loads……. Keep talking because we all need to for everyone’s sake 👍
mate love ya insight of the media nd all that jazz just when i thought you couldnt get better you do! hope ya work situation gets sorted buddy keep fighting the good fight brother
Top bloke, love watching your video's not just helping those around you but your viewers also, Keep it up mate. P.S. Good to hear our accent online also 👌
Eyup mate. Having been through a lot of mental health issues myself over the years and also being an avid wildcamper, I can certainly relate to your journey. I saw a therapist a few years ago and took that big step. It's an ongoing journey and incredibly difficult at times but I've found that it's an essential inner journey if you want to be truly present. The main stream work a day world seems a bit of a mess in comparison to the peace experienced in nature. The trick is making peace with both, carrying those Zen times into everyday life and managing your internal stuff as it happens in the moment. I've been enjoying following your videos and found your honesty in this one heroic. I know you're not seeking praise, so I'll extend a nod to you and a gentle smile. Keep on trucking! 👍
Its the human condition, we're all going through it. I find that it's made wrose in our world now with social media, its to easy to doom scroll and think that everyone's else's life is so much better than our own. But we know deep down its not, but our mind doesn't leave us see that. Every day no matter how bad it feels there is always one thing that makes it all worth it, and that's different for us all. I found it through reading books and learning things I once thought I was to stupid to learn. You are bringing something of value to others and yourself with this channel. And it's only in the darkness that we can truly see the light in ourselves. Keep doing what you are doing.
Thanks for your honesty Craig; as men, we're not great about talking about ourselves and find all kinds of distractions to lose ourselves in unnecessary details - being truly centred and ok with who we are means sometimes stepping back rather than forward, losing that sense of our own significance yet at the same time accepting who we are and learning to love ourselves - then we can start to love others and are place in the cosmos becomes more comfortable! Being out in nature starts this process as we let the natural order of things take over. Be kind to yourself Craig, and make sure you take some time out for yourself - this social media malarkey has its own pitfalls too!
Mental health is a lifelong project and the outdoors is the best medicine. I worked out decades ago that the woods filters out the noise. Social media is designed mostly to sow negative emotions and division. That’s why channels such as yours are so positive in a world that is rapidly heading towards totalitarianism. It’s so important to remember that life is a school and some lessons are really hard. The best plan is to embrace the darkness when it arrives because it’s just the other half of life and vital for our learning here and it only serves to make the light so much brighter when it returns.
I love watching your videos - I don’t think you talk at us - you shared some profound things in this….not easy to be so honest - I think you are right….seeking help for mh is so important and you have to be ready for it. Cherish waking up every am and go to bed thinking of one happy thing from your day - thank you for helping my mh with these videos !!!!
Very wise words. I think the same whatever happens. Waking up in the morning makes it a good day. Very brave man to open up to all of us on TH-cam. Keep up the great video's, you're a top bloke! 👍
Your openness and honesty on this subject is always so refreshing. This world we currently live in is... Well, it's a lot. It's so easy to feel that there is no 'off switch' anymore, which is why taking time out in nature is so important! Brilliant video 👊🤙
I love your videos because you are so real. You also have a very pleasant manner in the way you express youself. You absolutely have my respect. God bless.
Respect brother 👊🏼 you talk a lot of sense.. I’ve struggled with my noggin most of my life and nature wether it be camping or just going for a walk or even short run is what keeps me from doing a superman of the nearest bridge! Peace and love ☮️✌🏻
Very wise words boss, touching and honest. I don't do "social media" per se, too much negativity. You're doing the right thing and also inspiring (and cheering up!) others with your great youtube vids. You have many fellow travellers out here guv'nor, we're all working toward the light (hopefully!) and trying to become the best versions of ourselves that we can be. Godbless, thanks for a great movie 🤗🤗
Completely agree. I've suffered with a type of OCD for years which I know is a different area of mental health, but put off sorting a doctor's appointment as it was getting up that courage to admit it was a problem and to seek help. When I noticed it was affecting those around me, that's what gave me the kick to seek help.
Hi Craig! May I say that video hit me and you spoke so honestly and openly. Like you said we all have our problems and going out for a wild camp certainly is good for the mind (especially if the kids aren't with us) 😂😂. Anyway mate keep up the great work your doing and hopefully 1 day me and Mark can do a camp with ya and have a chat 💚✌️
Massive respect to you as always Craig.. I am gutted as work has not agreed my annual leave for the end of may. I would of binned off the bushcraft show to come to the community camp. It would be an absolute dream to have a camp with you one day in the woods mate! 🤙🏼
As someone who's suffered chronic anxiety/burnout, this is totally relatable. I've always tried to get outdoors a lot but when I started getting into 'bushcraft', found that the focus on overcoming small scale challenges based around the fundamentals of life really took my mind to a better place. Feeling that you have a level of influence on the outcome of events, however low key has an empowering effect. Learning the skills to be comfortable in what may seem a daunting natural environment is a great foundation and lens on what is really important in life and in time, you can apply that to the bigger picture. Also Improving things when you can and accepting things when you can't is a key factor in tackling stress. I particularly like what you said about just waking up and feeling grateful - really important lessons 👍 Keep it Zen, atb Andy!
Hi mate awesome chat and never a truer word spoken agree with you 100% I’m now 60 years old and waking up every day is more valuable than anything only feel 40 lol but seriously this shows what a top bloke you are and have loved your channel from the day I subscribed just a guy out enjoying what nature has given us and having a bit of fun never hurt anyone thanks for being who you are a genuine nice guy who loves the outdoors the same as everyone on here where’s the harm in that thanks Craig for being a friend and mate take care buddy and kick the arse out of life all the best 🔥🔥🙏👌👍❤️🍺🍺🍺
Mate this couldn't hit the sub box at a more perfect time, Absolute nodding my head off at the points made and i can say it takes someone in true connection with your body to understand when to make a change, Good on you for getting the information out here and always being real dude! keep that black dog in the rear view and enjoy shredding on that whizz machine! Good on ya 🤙🥾🌲
hi craig, you really are a great fella and your videos are always interesting and inspiring. i've learnt loads watching them. thank you so much! kind regards.
Well done, a good video. I'm a 53 year old Mum of a 24 year old and I'm watching! It's great that you highlight mental health and being out in nature. We can all have our moments. Even about 6 sessions with a counsellor can make a difference. There are different times in our life when we need some extra support and finding our way to it is a good thing. Anyway, I like the vibe here. I walk a lot and have a campervan, which I can drive somewhere green and just be for a while, must find more woods!
Dude it is beyond me how this is not promoted/tought in secondary school. This is so beneficial to the person and the environment so its a double whammey. Plus, if i can give just one little piece of advice to live by its, "the people who mind dont matter and the people who matter dont mind! Live by theat dude!
Thanks for being so honest and open, it's so needed in a world where we're supposed to slap a filter over how we look and feel and pretend everything's great when it isn't. Great video as always
Think it's just the shitty shroud of winter being lifted all is blooming and life is blowing up summer is amazing but whatever happened in the winter months hits hard bro ❤
Craig , you really are a top bloke , great honest video as always . Giving your bike away to someone that needs it more than you , taking your friend in , and a charity camp out all while things may not be 100% with yourself . Il say it again !!! A top bloke 👊👍
Bloody well said mate, well done getting through everything and keeping strong! Positivity with us all will prevail!! Thanks for that video, i think i along with a load of others needed to hear that. Thank you 😊✨💚
Social media can be a nightmare rabbit hole, I use youtube and that's it. Even watching the news can mess with your mind these days. Just keep doing what your doing and come out the other side👍
100% dude, I work in mental health, I spend my working week helping others with their own mental health and spent years neglecting my own. I made the decision not to spend my free time doing nothing about it and get out into nature. I started wild camping and bushcrafting in January this year, and it's made a huge difference to my life already
Max respect
To you mate
Wow!
Nice video. Thanks for sharing it.
Your video is awesome and fantastic.
Have a happy day.👍
It took me accidentally breaking my phone and not having the money to fix it to escape the endless scrolling n feeling that you always need to be connected through socials. While at first it felt isolating, i've now come to enjoy being more present and getting over the fomo i often felt looking at instagram.
Watching channels like yours has helped me through rough patches these last couple of years and motivated me to make that step towards feeling like myself again - finished my first year of uni and made some great mates, got out to the Peaks with them a few times and it's reignited my love for the outdoors which i haven't felt since i was in the scouts as a kid. now planning my first multi-day wild camp trip up the suffolk coast with a couple mates and cannot wait.
cheers craig
Legend mate and good for you dude !! 👊👊👊🫶🏻
Wise words. I didn't think I had mental health issues, then covid and the lockdowns, and the lies, and, and...all that. Blew me away. I haven't been the same since. But one of the main things that got me through that was going alone to the woods, making a brew, and just sitting. Those f*king trees. They've seen a thing or two. All the crap cleared from my head and I got a real sense of peace. I still do it, and it still works.
Great vid mate! - thanks! 👍
Kudos to you for speaking out about mental health. I almost got lost a few years back I totally lost the plot but one doctor, my local gp, grabbed me and pulled me back from the brink. Once, a ten minute routine appointment turned into 45 minutes and he just talked to me. I feel myself welling up as I write this. Everyone is struggling in these insane times so thanks again for opening up brother. We need to look out for one another we are all brothers and sisters
I can definitely tell a difference when I stay away from social media and "doom scrolling " as you call it. Especially these days. The world has really turned into an odd place. I'm glad you have some good people in your life, and don't forget that your fans out here love ya. If you ever need to chat to anyone I'm sure anyone including me would be more than happy to talk to ya. Stay strong brotha!
Menkel health... keep up the good work ...I think Ben changed about end of last year with you two....But what do I know...Your class on your own anyway the world is your oyster and everything in it..xxx
Been following your channel for a while. I like camping & being out in the woods, but your channel is also relaxing & calming to have on. Thanks for speaking up about mental health - the brain can get ill just like any other body part - take care dude.
Im 60 years old, life was so good during my first 40 years of my life, the world is falling apart, I remember when everyone was so kind to each other and try to help their fellow men/women in anyway possible, it not that way anymore, greed has destroyed this world, I love you Brother and keep being positive, I was one of your first Subscribers and haven't missed not one episode, I feel relaxed after watching one of your videos, like I always say KEEP ON KEEPING ON, because the world needs more people like you. 😊
Hi from Scottish Highlands , Exact same mate, ptsd, I run to woods to make fire listen to the wind in trees n birds , exhale and get perspective on bullshit world, been like that since a kid, upwards n onwards fella 🙏☀️
I have a friend (he introduced me to it) who watches your channel, not because he's interested in wild camping, but because it makes him feel good. That's the power of your channel Craig. I'd say just carry on doing what you're doing, and long may it continue working.
Excellent vid Craig. Help for mental health is paramount, especially us ex-military. As you say. We all suffer with it to varying degrees. Some worse than others. Good luck with your own mental health. Keep up the good work.
I agree pal👌THE MOST DIFFICULT ASPECT IS REACHING OUT. Well, you have mastered that😎👏I too had help with my hyper-vigilance/critiquing/aggression (and you will know that this is a trait that works well in your service years🇬🇧⚔) I was a good soldier but a poor civvy until I eventually sought help. God bless you for reaching out and KTF🙏
Top man Marty 💚👊👊👊
Nice Video my friend 🤝
Few years back I binned facebook, Twitter for that reason.
Great discussion Craig! Great job 😊
Total respect to you and how you deal with issues. Stay strong, live wild and free dude
It is so good you are mentioning this, there's so much ptss going on, unadressed, not diagnosed. And this puts whole families in misery. It is really sad
Waking up is the best feeling. Today I fixed my bike and other day cleaned my whole room, yes it may seem shit to other people but for me it's taken away so much stress and your videos make my day too, so thanks Craig. , Much appreciated 👍
The world Needs more people like you who will actually speak out mate hats off to you bud top man
Really enjoyed that video Craig look after yourself buddy 👍
You're a normal person. Everyone has something going on. Your exceptional character allows you to realize things and talk about them. We're all a work in progress. Thumbs up 👍
Great video mate. I think you are bang on with what you said! The world is a strange place at the minute. Too much social media shit being rammed down our throats.
Really appreciate this video. You're a relatable lad and you've been open and honest about yourself and spotted the changes in your personality and made the step to seek help. I'm currently going through a separation, I've 2 daughters in my full care and the whole thing has brought back past trauma like you wouldn't believe.
Your videos have got me and the girls out and about in nature many a time and as a family we appreciate the videos you upload. You've got a 6, 7 and 31 year old hooked on bushcraft and camping and you've got to be happy with that. Best of luck and enjoy life.
Great video Craig !!
I think all of your subscribers would agree, that what your putting out there regarding mental health, touches everyone!
I’m sure we all can relate… life is strained at times but thank you for sharing… your probably helping people more than you can imagine!
Keep it going mate, your channel is Awesome!
Great video.
Just waking up in the morning is a gift. Your breathing. It is a great start for the day.
Thanks for the presentations and the online experiential camping 😊
Craig, thank you so much. Totally felt like you were just sat chatting with me. Good chat as well, connected with a lot of what you were saying. Hope I get to have beer with you one day...
Massive respect going out to you,your videos are always on a very positive note,cheers mate.👍💯💥🍻
51 years on this mad rock has left its mark on me. I was recently looking at some old pics from the late 80's & early 90's & I can recall how happy, funny & carefree I was back then. But nowadays I'm up & down, moody, suspicious & sometimes not the best person to be around. Totally get where you were coming from in this vid mate. Sounds like you've been down a few online rabbit holes too. They're ok in rare, short dives, but it's so easy to go from one to another, to another. The warren is vast down there & isn't a healthy place to be. I joke to people that Ive been down the rabbit hole so long that I should really change my name to Alice😂 Great talk, Craig. Glad to hear you've picked up that phone. Looking forward to seeing more from you enjoying nature. All the best pal👍
Great video mate, touched on some very important topics. Cheers for the mention too ✌
The bushcraft community as always helped each other, in time of need, in time of sharing knowledge. There's nothing like companionship in building trust between outdoorsmen & outdoors women.
Respect my man, I also struggle with mental health issues, everything you just said is spot on.
Thanks, Craig. We all need to "get out of our heads" from time to time. You're an inspiration.
Good charity. I done a Military canal walk for health in mind.
Cheers for looking out for Brett bro that's awesome of you!🤙🏻 I really appreciate your honesty, being honest with yourself is key with moving forward. Always here for you mate. Always. 💚
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Ya bang on broskie n love that you share the 'reality' openly. 👌🍻💚
You beautiful human 💚💚🌲 great video mate that will resonate with ALOT of people. You're defo not alone in that school of thought mate, gutted you have been moved off shift with Ben 😭 always here if you need anything mate 🤙💚
Big love brothe r
Love what you said about wild camping mate, so sick of rules rules rules and obedient people thinking they are the virtuous ones. its actually criminal that nature isn't free for everyone... keep it up there's so many like us..
Cheers fella ,you are a really an insperansional energy in the middle of your own turmoil you still find time to help others enough said and as for the modern world I'm with you and I stick both fingers up at the rules lol love and peace fella
Ps just read a beautiful quote related to your conversation about waking up , the quote read I'm so glad I was on the wake up list again lol it's the little things in life hope the whole world finds a few minutes goodness today happy Wednesday
From 1 suffolk boy to another cheers for being able to speak abit about mental health its something ive struggled with my entire adult life its good to know we all have our share of shit and we can get through it. Keep it up boyo!
Thank you for creating this channel, it really has helped me a lot, and countless others I'm sure. Thank you for being you, and being able to talk about it. Love ya brother!
Excellent fireside chat, Craig.
It's so important that someone breaks the wall of silence and says: "Look, this happens. It happens to me and it can/will happen to you in some form, too. And this is how I see it coming and this is what I do." It's vital to hear someone say that to you sometimes. I've needed it.
Also, your name was being spoken with high hosannas and praises over the weekend. I bought one of those power chargers/batteries you had on your channel a year or so ago. Since then, I've lent it out to friends, but this weekend we had a power cut and I was the smuggest little bugger you ever will see as I just plugged in my computer and TV. So, many cheer for that, lad. 😀
Yesss maaaate 💪💪💪😎💚 well in bud and Thankyou !
Great video, Craig. Your mental health chat resonated with me. You are so right. I am really glad you are doing something about it. I hope other people struggling will take your advice. Thanks bro! ❤
I love ur vids Craig, they automatically make me feel at peace from the music u play to the places u go. So thankyou for ur work that goes into making these gems 💎 xx
Mate I too get fed up with the modern world. I commute up london everyday on the train and people are just completely distracted by their phones. It gets me down that this is the new normal. People are more disconnected than ever before. I love my weekends where me and my girlfriend will go out for very long walks and its amazing to get out the city. Keep doing what your doing pal.
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I have mental health issues. Hearing you speak and how you cope with things .and yout take on the modern world. Is great to see. Keep fighting my friend and love the videos
I hear ya just found your channel great videos and in East Anglia to just bought my 1st sit on top as I have mental health issues to all to ya well done and peace out enjoy life thanks
You're absolutely right in everything you said there mate. People are sad and depressed because we're not meant to live in stone boxes and be slaves to a f@#ked up system like this. I'm gonna keep sticking it to the man the same as you. And if not for your videos I wouldn't have got my bag together and done it in the first place so thank you once again you absolute f@#kin legend!
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KEEP ON TROSHING BOY ,,,,you keep doing what your doing ,,keep the good guys close, and fuck the others mate ,, WE ARE HERE FOR A GOOD TIME NOT A LONG TIME ,,,look forward to next video
This resonated with me so much I've been sat here thinking what to reply. I appreciate all you do on this channel mate, I can see you're genuine and a decent person, glad to be a subscriber. As for sticking it to the man, theres so many people who "stand by" things these days via text. I'd stand by anyone who wants to stick it to the man. Wavelength check: Affirmative.✌
👊👊👊 flippin legend Scott mate 💚💪🔥
It's mad how relateable you are, i got diagonosed with PTSD recently (not from war but some things i went through) Lost my dream job and fucked it with the person that means most! Sacked my meds off back smoking bud, and struggle to see the light at end of it!! Even just listening to your problems is a weight lifted because its easy to think you're the only one struggling! I hope you start to feel better in yourself going forward, always a pleasure to watch.
Completely agree that waking up in the morning is a good day. Sorry to hear you've been feeling unhappy recently. It was a pleasure to meet you last year (Holly and Russ) and sending you massive positive vibes. Take care of yourself.
Mate, love your vids. We got a lot in common. Get out, crack on & keep going 👍🏻
Appreciate the honesty mate, good on ya. Sending you good vibes mate. 🙌🤙🔥💚
I have a hard time wrapping my head around what's going on in today's world as well. I appreciate your perspective. Thanks for sharing, & keep on trucking, Craig!
Great camp and it's wonderful that you helped Brett out. Nice bike, yeah getting out in nature is therapeutic. Big 👍
Aup Craig, good vid mate 👍 It's definitely been tough these past several years for us critical thinkers that notice and research things that most don't. But like yinyang, because of this darkness there has been a significant growing paradigm shift of the collective consciousness towards light and truth. So we can keep our chins up knowing that light eradicates darkness and it will make the people's lands a greater place to live life soon enough 💪
Hello East Anglian, great video mate , I love your honesty and truthfulness. These internal struggles comes to us all as you know but with your background you're hit pretty hard. I think you're doing a wonderful job on this social media , you're a top man . Shame that at the moment issues are hitting you hard mate , I live on the borders of Cambridgeshire n Norfolk and I offer myself to ya if things are getting too much n you need an ear to talk to. Take care buddy, safe travels.
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What a ace watch dude love the mental health chat defo do more with the cost of living I'm sure more people out their mental health problems but what a legend you are
Full on respect to you buddy on how honest you were there opening up. Hats off to you brother. I enjoyed this video. Look after yourself buddy
Cheers bro 👍 keep the head up
I have been on a marathon with your videos for the last 4 day's and I have learnt so much, thankyou for your videos and sharing your knowledge on bushcraft, nature and wildlife 😁 your very intelligent and full of knowledge. I have enjoyed all of your videos very much can't wait for more.
You are a beacon of positivity and light for us all - a great mentality from a positive role model. Love you mate
Great to hear you speak so candidly.
I've found that the old black dog is never totally gone from my life, it's just that most of the time I have better control over it. The fact that you can speak openly shows me that you have it under control :)
Top tips: stay positive and surround yourself with people you love and who love you. And continue doing the things you love and make you feel positive about yourself.
And remember, waking up each morning is worth $10 million dollars.
Much respect to you :)
Well done Craig, I have great respect for you and you are right talking about your difficulties helps loads……. Keep talking because we all need to for everyone’s sake 👍
We often go out to do landscape photography, we take our gas stove so we can have a brew. This totally helps me mentally and general wellbeing.
God bless you Craig for all you do, kind regards, Nonna. 🙏✝️. ✌️🇷🇺☮️🇺🇦✌️
Legend mate ... great episode with wise words, respect to you on speaking out on mental health. Stay lucky. 🤘
mate love ya insight of the media nd all that jazz just when i thought you couldnt get better you do! hope ya work situation gets sorted buddy keep fighting the good fight brother
On your wavelength bro, stick it to the man, bend the rules 👍🏼👍🏼
Well said and a message that is needed to be broadcast. Especially in the veteran community!
Top bloke, love watching your video's not just helping those around you but your viewers also, Keep it up mate. P.S. Good to hear our accent online also 👌
Eyup mate. Having been through a lot of mental health issues myself over the years and also being an avid wildcamper, I can certainly relate to your journey. I saw a therapist a few years ago and took that big step. It's an ongoing journey and incredibly difficult at times but I've found that it's an essential inner journey if you want to be truly present. The main stream work a day world seems a bit of a mess in comparison to the peace experienced in nature. The trick is making peace with both, carrying those Zen times into everyday life and managing your internal stuff as it happens in the moment. I've been enjoying following your videos and found your honesty in this one heroic. I know you're not seeking praise, so I'll extend a nod to you and a gentle smile. Keep on trucking! 👍
Well said dude 👍🏻
Its the human condition, we're all going through it. I find that it's made wrose in our world now with social media, its to easy to doom scroll and think that everyone's else's life is so much better than our own. But we know deep down its not, but our mind doesn't leave us see that. Every day no matter how bad it feels there is always one thing that makes it all worth it, and that's different for us all. I found it through reading books and learning things I once thought I was to stupid to learn. You are bringing something of value to others and yourself with this channel. And it's only in the darkness that we can truly see the light in ourselves. Keep doing what you are doing.
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Thanks for your honesty Craig; as men, we're not great about talking about ourselves and find all kinds of distractions to lose ourselves in unnecessary details - being truly centred and ok with who we are means sometimes stepping back rather than forward, losing that sense of our own significance yet at the same time accepting who we are and learning to love ourselves - then we can start to love others and are place in the cosmos becomes more comfortable! Being out in nature starts this process as we let the natural order of things take over. Be kind to yourself Craig, and make sure you take some time out for yourself - this social media malarkey has its own pitfalls too!
Mental health is a lifelong project and the outdoors is the best medicine. I worked out decades ago that the woods filters out the noise. Social media is designed mostly to sow negative emotions and division. That’s why channels such as yours are so positive in a world that is rapidly heading towards totalitarianism. It’s so important to remember that life is a school and some lessons are really hard. The best plan is to embrace the darkness when it arrives because it’s just the other half of life and vital for our learning here and it only serves to make the light so much brighter when it returns.
I love watching your videos - I don’t think you talk at us - you shared some profound things in this….not easy to be so honest - I think you are right….seeking help for mh is so important and you have to be ready for it. Cherish waking up every am and go to bed thinking of one happy thing from your day - thank you for helping my mh with these videos !!!!
Excellent video as usual very nice chap to watch
Very wise words. I think the same whatever happens. Waking up in the morning makes it a good day. Very brave man to open up to all of us on TH-cam. Keep up the great video's, you're a top bloke! 👍
Your openness and honesty on this subject is always so refreshing. This world we currently live in is... Well, it's a lot. It's so easy to feel that there is no 'off switch' anymore, which is why taking time out in nature is so important! Brilliant video 👊🤙
Cheers Rach always appreciate the comments 👊💚
I love your videos because you are so real. You also have a very pleasant manner in the way you express youself. You absolutely have my respect. God bless.
Thankyou my friend 👊
Respect brother 👊🏼 you talk a lot of sense.. I’ve struggled with my noggin most of my life and nature wether it be camping or just going for a walk or even short run is what keeps me from doing a superman of the nearest bridge! Peace and love ☮️✌🏻
Very wise words boss, touching and honest. I don't do "social media" per se, too much negativity. You're doing the right thing and also inspiring (and cheering up!) others with your great youtube vids. You have many fellow travellers out here guv'nor, we're all working toward the light (hopefully!) and trying to become the best versions of ourselves that we can be. Godbless, thanks for a great movie 🤗🤗
Completely agree. I've suffered with a type of OCD for years which I know is a different area of mental health, but put off sorting a doctor's appointment as it was getting up that courage to admit it was a problem and to seek help. When I noticed it was affecting those around me, that's what gave me the kick to seek help.
Hi Craig! May I say that video hit me and you spoke so honestly and openly. Like you said we all have our problems and going out for a wild camp certainly is good for the mind (especially if the kids aren't with us) 😂😂. Anyway mate keep up the great work your doing and hopefully 1 day me and Mark can do a camp with ya and have a chat 💚✌️
Massive respect to you as always Craig.. I am gutted as work has not agreed my annual leave for the end of may. I would of binned off the bushcraft show to come to the community camp. It would be an absolute dream to have a camp with you one day in the woods mate! 🤙🏼
As someone who's suffered chronic anxiety/burnout, this is totally relatable. I've always tried to get outdoors a lot but when I started getting into 'bushcraft', found that the focus on overcoming small scale challenges based around the fundamentals of life really took my mind to a better place. Feeling that you have a level of influence on the outcome of events, however low key has an empowering effect. Learning the skills to be comfortable in what may seem a daunting natural environment is a great foundation and lens on what is really important in life and in time, you can apply that to the bigger picture. Also Improving things when you can and accepting things when you can't is a key factor in tackling stress. I particularly like what you said about just waking up and feeling grateful - really important lessons 👍 Keep it Zen, atb Andy!
Hi mate awesome chat and never a truer word spoken agree with you 100% I’m now 60 years old and waking up every day is more valuable than anything only feel 40 lol but seriously this shows what a top bloke you are and have loved your channel from the day I subscribed just a guy out enjoying what nature has given us and having a bit of fun never hurt anyone thanks for being who you are a genuine nice guy who loves the outdoors the same as everyone on here where’s the harm in that thanks Craig for being a friend and mate take care buddy and kick the arse out of life all the best 🔥🔥🙏👌👍❤️🍺🍺🍺
Great words pal. Much love and respect 🤟
Always uplifting craig mate.good advise n wise words to think about. Peace n luv mate❤
Feel exactly the same way. Going to get out into nature today to clear my head. Thanks for the kick mate. Needed it.
Mate this couldn't hit the sub box at a more perfect time, Absolute nodding my head off at the points made and i can say it takes someone in true connection with your body to understand when to make a change, Good on you for getting the information out here and always being real dude! keep that black dog in the rear view and enjoy shredding on that whizz machine! Good on ya 🤙🥾🌲
hi craig, you really are a great fella and your videos are always interesting and inspiring. i've learnt loads watching them.
thank you so much!
kind regards.
Well done, a good video. I'm a 53 year old Mum of a 24 year old and I'm watching! It's great that you highlight mental health and being out in nature. We can all have our moments. Even about 6 sessions with a counsellor can make a difference. There are different times in our life when we need some extra support and finding our way to it is a good thing. Anyway, I like the vibe here. I walk a lot and have a campervan, which I can drive somewhere green and just be for a while, must find more woods!
Dude it is beyond me how this is not promoted/tought in secondary school. This is so beneficial to the person and the environment so its a double whammey. Plus, if i can give just one little piece of advice to live by its, "the people who mind dont matter and the people who matter dont mind! Live by theat dude!
Thanks for being so honest and open, it's so needed in a world where we're supposed to slap a filter over how we look and feel and pretend everything's great when it isn't. Great video as always
Think it's just the shitty shroud of winter being lifted all is blooming and life is blowing up summer is amazing but whatever happened in the winter months hits hard bro ❤
Craig , you really are a top bloke , great honest video as always . Giving your bike away to someone that needs it more than you , taking your friend in , and a charity camp out all while things may not be 100% with yourself . Il say it again !!! A top bloke 👊👍
Bloody well said mate, well done getting through everything and keeping strong! Positivity with us all will prevail!! Thanks for that video, i think i along with a load of others needed to hear that.
Thank you 😊✨💚