Some of the happiest/funniest people wear a mask everyday, the fact that you have found the courage to take your mask off for even a moment is a sign that you are conquering your trials!!! The garden is a great place to find peace and like the plants, it’s a great place to grow! I know this video wasn’t easy to make but by making it you have not only helped yourself but also helped others who wear a mask everyday also. 🐸
G'day mate. That is so very well said. I don't know what else to say... Thanks so much mate and thanks for giving me a good laugh all those times too. So glad I found your channel. All the best, Daz.
Hay mate well done for having the courage to talk about it. I kind of understand how you feel I'm 30 years old and I've had a pretty hard life 6 months ago I suffered a stroke I temporarily lost control of my right side of my body Thankfully I have full movement back now but I'm suffering with Post Stroke Fatigue And almost 4 years ago I lost my first born daughter just 3 weeks after her first birthday. I understand the feeling of not wanting to get out of bed and just lock yourself away from people And to have those thorts of just ending it all. But we gotta keep going mate I have a wife and an 8 month old daughter Gotta get up each day and push on mate ❤️
G'day Paul. I am so sorry mate. I really am. Such terrible things to experience and good on you for pushing through and not giving up. Yes, it's hard, real hard at times and I enjoy making videos for TH-cam, but I'm just that that person smiling and acting confident all the time. I'm trying though and it's a bloody slow journey to get better and although I still can't leave the house or talk to people on the phone, I've made a huge step in making videos and appearing live on camera at times. It's something. I also hope those who are currently in a dark place and have no motivation, can hopefully see that getting out in the garden and trying things, will get their minds off stuff and will give them something to focus on and enjoy. Cooking too. Thanks Paul and sorry for such a slow reply. TH-cam has just shown a huge amount of old messages and I am going through them all now. I'm sorry you have experienced what you have mate and thanks very much for your kind words. Daz.
@@nica5615 I'm sorry to read that. I hope you are getting help. It's a mongrel of a thing. You too stay strong and please see a GP if you haven't already. Please look after yourself, Daz. 👍
Daz I am so sorry to hear that you have had some health issues. Simply you are a better human being than many one can meet. Daz, really moving very honest, very decent that is what is transparent about your character. Thank you for sharing, love your garden, like you very much and wish you were my neighbour. Subscribed! Should be thousands. Yes me! Watching you and you motivated me to get out in the garden, I love nature too and Australian nature is amazing. I have planted a passion fruit frame thanks.
G'day Abby. Thanks for that. I almost did not do it. I put it off a lot of times, but I want it to help someone watching. Hopefully they can find joy in gardening and even making friends on TH-cam. I also wanted to thank everyone like yourself who have been supportive of me as it has been hard and still is. Glad I found your channel Abby. You are doing so well and it's fun watching your progress. The cinnamon rolls looked soooo good! All the best, Daz.
Hi Dan, this was a fabulous video. You are open, honest and really down to earth. A good Aussie bloke and your wife and family sound amazing as well. I would love to see some of your photography! Maybe it’s something you could do around your garden - some macro photos perhaps or of the lovely birds you were talking about.
G'day. Thanks very much for your kind words and that's a very good suggestion about the photography. I have not used my gear for a few years now, which would stun a lot of people who knew me, as I never left home without my camera gear. Ever! Yes, I am so lucky that my wife is amazing and supportive. Our kids are great human beings and that has a lot to do with the way my wife raised them. Sorry, I'm rambling... Thanks so much and I really do appreciate it, Daz.
Me too a nature photographer get back to it, birds, butterflies and yes the only thing that can get me out too. Rambling No! Honest, decent, Yes! It has helped Daz. A reason for your videos, to share, to care, to give because of who and what you are a very decent man. Have lots of better days Daz. I just have, thanks to your video and its inherent caring.
I also have sever Panic disorder PTSD and Chronic fatigue syndrome. What you are doing with your channel and garden is so important and helps alot. I think your on the right track. Coping with these disorders is not for the faint of heart. I deal with it every day. Several days in bed, a couple up and doing some light things, panic attacks at the shops or whatever. I havnt been able to work for 6 years. I developed an auto immune reaction to a medication called Stevens Johnson Syndrome. Never recovered. The ordeal with SJS must have been too much for me. Im sure you have strategies to help ,like pacing, and CBTherapy and after 2 years you probably think its not working, but it takes alot of time to adjust to a different way of living. So all I can stay is stick with the plan and if your not having a good day, as hard as it is the bad days will give way to ,not such a bad day and then a few days later your in the garden enjoying the day. I brewed a couple of days back and im wreaked , it is what it is unfortunatly, Ive been enjoying gardening in pots in a green house my wife got for me . I love it and have started doing bottling pickles etc. Thats how i got to your channel, i never emagined you were in a similar situation as me. If you have time check this video out on my channel where i share a major panic attack half way through. Cheers take care mate. th-cam.com/video/Ezkyu9-dp_g/w-d-xo.html
G'day mate. This just appeared in my "Held for review" section as spam, so I have now finally caught up with it. Thanks very much for being so open. That's amazing and good on you. I'm really sorry you have been going through all you have. I've just had a bit of a rough afternoon actually, so I'm now here answering messages to try to get something done. It's not much, but I guess I'm trying. Thanks for sharing your link too. I'll definitely watch it a bit later tonight. All the best mate and look after yourself, Daz,
G'day! I'm sorry you have your struggles too. There is definitely hope and there are so many people who understand and can relate to various things some of us have been dealing with. I've found that it's not being fixed over night, but there is hope and it's taking small steps. It's frustrating me that I'm taking so long to recover and still cannot leave my home unless it's medical reasons, but I am making small steps forward. Not backwards. I'm sure you can do the same. Feel free to drop a comment or email me if you just want to let something off your chest. Thanks very much for taking the time to watch and reply. Wishing you all the very best. Daz.
I totally get what your saying I have bi polar depression severe anxiety and PTSD because of trauma from when I was young so I know what its like to be low and i agree about the doing something to keep you happy I am glad you found gardening to help you cope
G'day. I'm so sorry you have had these terrible things to deal with. Gardening and meeting people vie this format makes me smile and this is a good thing. Thanks so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment. You take care please and I wish you all the best, Daz. 😊
G'day. It has been an amazing journey and when I started the channel back at the end of March, I had no idea that so many people would be so supportive and make friendships. I still don't leave the house or talk to people, but I am now chatting with people via TH-cam, which for me is a huge step. Thanks so much, Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen it good to seenyou say that. Glad your opening up more. I am about the same way anymore. I don't go to many places . Plenty of work to do around here to keep me busy. I started my you tube 2 months ago. 2 months ago I still avoided getting my picture taken. Hated getting my picture taken. Look at me now. Haha.
I feel this Daz. I too suffer from anxiety and it got to the point where I couldn't see living the rest of my life that way. Fortunately, I sought out help and I currently take medication for it though I hate being reliant on it to feel closer to "normal". I have found great relief in the garden and outdoors in general as well. I don't like being in crowds and even while medicated I still get very ill feeling just going to a dentist appointment for instance. I don't like doing things out of my normal routine but I'm slowly getting better. Thank you for sharing this Daz, I know it's not easy to be open about. So glad we're TH-cam friends brotha and I enjoy following your journey. Keep up the great progress, you have A LOT of friends here supporting you 😊
G'day mate. I'm very sorry you have those issues of your own and I'm so glad you went and got the help required. Good on you mate. So many people ignore it and put it off and that is not a good thing. It took me a long time to get help, but it was a wise move, that's for sure. I am absolutely amazed at the friendships and comfort I have found via TH-cam over these past few months. I bet that's not in the medical books. I put this video off so many times, but now it is done, I hope it helps others out there. Thanks very much and I do appreciate it mate. Please look after yourself, Daz.
G'day. You are very welcome and I hope it can help a lot of people in some way. Sorry for the delayed reply. I recently fell and hurt my hand and and I am now just catching up on comments. All the best. Daz.
I love that you have found a way to communicate through TH-cam. My mother has agoraphobia as well, and will hardly go out just for groceries. Continue pushing through and know that just by you speaking about this is a wonderful way to help others! So thankful to have “met” you on here and know that you have tons of people who care. ❤️
G'day. Your poor mother. It's hard and some people don't understand. I think it's silly that I can't go out, but I just can't. It's frustrating. Communicating with others via TH-cam is something I did not expect and would have laughed at it to be honest if someone suggested it in the past. I am enjoying it though and I'm building friendships slowly. It's not in person and I don't think I would go see anyone if they were close, but it's a start I guess. The amount of comments and overwhelming positivity has shocked me. I hoped that the video would explain me a bit better and help someone, but I also expected people to drop off and walk away slowly. I think the next step for me is to buy a nice boat so it gets me to leave the house. Know anyone who's bought an awesome boat recently? 😁 Thanks so much, Daz.
We love you Daz! I'm sorry you had a traumatic event. So glad you're finding ways to cope such as your garden. And it's a beautiful garden! You have a wonderful soul. Thank you for putting this out there, as this may be the inspiration they need to hear. ❤❤❤
G'day. Thanks very much. It was so hard to do, but I hope it helps someone out there. The response from everyone is just staggering. I was certain this was going to go against me, but still wanted to do it and instead of it going against me, I have gained a lot of friends and had the most amazing support. Thanks so much and take care, Daz.
Daz…depression and anxiety sufferers here! Totally relate! We both struggle and persevere! So proud of you for speaking out! The stigma is real for mental health and substance abuse issues. As you know I am a counselor who deals with this everyday. No one is immune and this does not discriminate! You are human and not rambling! Thank You a million for sharing about this openly! This is so important for folks to learn that we do not choose to struggle but rather it is a brain disease! Love to you!
G'day. I put off doing this a few times and it was hard. I just hope someone gets what I am saying and tit will help them to get out of that funk inside and either find joy in the garden or meet people on TH-cam and start to take steps in feeling better more often. Thanks so much, Daz.
You’re not alone and you’re gaining a new support group of friends on TH-cam. Stay strong and keep making those great videos. Your friends, Dawn & Trevor at Home North.
G'day guys. There's no way in the world that I would have thought that I would make friends via TH-cam, but it's starting to happen. Granted, it's not in person, but before I started doing this, I pretty much had no interaction with people other than my wife and kids. Thanks very much, Daz.
Thanks for sharing..Good on you!! You are teaching your kids a valuable life lesson...Yes..My garden & my5kids are my number1 reason for getting up everyday..I dont like2see neighbours, dont have local friends, dont really like people..You are not rambling..Cheers..😊
G'day Melanie. That is so nice of you. Thanks! I never ever expected this many people to watch and comment and to be so positive and supportive and I am just blown away. I am nowhere near recovered, but meeting like this has certainly helped and I can't thank you and all the others enough. I went from zero contact at all to at least chatting in this form. it's a big deal for me! Thanks Melanie and you take care, Daz.
You are a brave Man Daz! Our boats are very similar. PTSD, Anxiety, depression- I force Myself to leave the property once or twice a week but I could see Myself just staying home if it wasn't for feed and groceries. You tube has become my source of friends and conversation also. I'm glad to have met you. Hopefully You will continue to inspire Myself and Others. Your doing great, I've never even stood in front of the camera so you've got Me beat already lol. Keep on Pushing Brother! The Man From Strugglers Farm
I suffer with all of those too, Daz, so I totally understand what you are speaking about. My agoraphobia isn't too bad, but I don't really like to go into crowded places much. TH-cam and crafting and gardening are excellent therapies. Cheaper too than traditional therapies, and much healthier than medications. TH-cam allows you to share you knowledge and skill, and share the joy it brings you. It also allows you to make friendships without being one on one or face to face with them. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but there is so much freedom being friends thru TH-cam because our anxiety isn't as high. May God bless and grace your life with peace and joy!
G'day. Thanks very much. I put this off so many times and almost did not go through with it, but now that I have, I hope it helps others who may see it and know that they are not alone and that they can find joy in the garden. They can even make friendship on TH-cam, which I never expected personally. I'm sorry you have your own struggle and do take care, Daz.
Yes, Indeed. One of the first things I started to appreciate and enjoy when getting out the the backyard, is that the chickens became little mates with their own personalities. They come to me if I call their name and they often help me, which is so cool. Take care, Daz.
G'day guys. Thanks very much. I'm quite surprised at how TH-cam of all things has helped me be more outgoing lately. Yes, I really hope this video helps. All the best, Daz.
It's easier to film a video, than to talk on real life. Daz, you are not alone. A lot of us have "issues" that we don't speak about. I've been suffering from ptsd, agoraphobia, and anxiety for a long time. Having such a caring community of people, helps get me through the days. I'm glad to have met you. And I really look forward to seeing your photography 😀
G'day. Thanks so much for those kind words. I'm so sorry you have your own struggles to deal with. It's not fun. You definitely come across as a natural at this and you do so well. Good on you. 👍 Yes, the community is awesome and it's not going out and meeting people in real life, but this is a start and I feel really good about it. Thanks again and please take care, Daz.
Wow you are just like me but with a more majestic beard. I also suffer from all of these things following my time in the USMC. Moving to the countryside has been the best treatment ever for me. Stay strong brother and keep those thoughts from getting to dark!
G'day mate. ...and I'm better looking. Hah! Who am I kidding. I should be on radio, not TH-cam! 😁 Seriously though, I hope you are doing OK. I've seen some pretty sad stuff about the lack of support some people deal with after leaving the military. Respect to you for serving too. It's great finding people like yourself, where I not only learn stuff and watch stuff I'm interested in, but I can have a much needed laugh too. I appreciate it mate and give me a shout if you need to rant, vent or want to know how to eat Vegemite properly. Look after yourself mate, Daz.
@@joshthehomesteader229 a thick, black yeast extract. Originally a by product of beer production I think. I'll have to send you some. Spread it lightly, not thick like peanut butter as it's very concentrated and salty.
G'day. Thanks very much and I look forward to it. I'm finding the community of people with similar interest, very friendly and welcoming. Take care, Daz.
Sharing who we really are inside and why we continue to press on with this life is so brave! Your honesty will no doubt help others and I truly believe the Lord gives us people in our lives for seasons like these. ~ Lots of love from the Bland family! 💗
PTSD wraps it’s tentacles around every facet of your life. Some days are worse than others. Keep growing that garden and focusing on healing. Nature pulls us through dark times if we go into it. Be patient with yourself. Much love from western Canada ❤
G'day. That is so well said and thanks so much. It's all smiles and confidence on camera these days, but it's just not how it is most of the time unfortunately. I am working on it though and getting in that back yard and getting busy can be so rewarding. Thanks so much and all the best. Daz.
Social Media used right 👍. Good on ya mate, that’s a brave necessary thing to do these days is too out yourself out there and say hey mate I struggle too. I have similar problems with depression, PTSD, anxiety etc. I always feel better going out into the garden even if it’s just to have a look around and go back inside. I’m new to your channel as you know and I would never have guessed so that’s why it’s important to bring it up to help others who think that they are the only ones.
G'day. Is there a name that you would prefer I call you by, as I'm pretty sure we'll be chatting more in the future. I'm sorry you have issues of your own to deal with and yes, getting into the garden helps. It took me while to do this and I still have many bad days, but it is good when I can get out there and forget the negative stuff and be productive. I just hope others see this and know they are not alone and maybe they can get out and have a go in the garden and find happiness. Finding friendship and chatting online via TH-cam was quite unexpected and a big deal to me, as I still can't leave the house or talk to people on the phone. Small steps though.... Thanks very much, Daz.
Hey Daz, watched it all....feel your pain. I have depression. I see by all these comments you now have an Army of supporters. I find Gardening people are usually like that......good people. So glad you have such a great family. I'm here to learn everything I don't know about Gardening, so I'll need to see a gazillion videos please, so that should give you a purpose!!!! Well done, keep going.
G'day Jools. Is it OK to call you Jools, or would you prefer something else? I'm sorry you have to deal with that too. I am absolutely shocked at the amount of replies and how supportive they are. Incredible and so appreciated. A gazillion videos! Hah! Things might get a bit repetitive there. 🤣 I'll see what I can do. Thanks so much for your kind words and support. It's just the best feeling to go online and see them. Take care, Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Morning Daz, Jools is fine. Ha Ha take your time and do what you are comfortable with. Your gardening friends will keep supporting you. And your lovely family of course. Have a great day.
I also struggle with agoraphobia and understand exactly everything you are saying!! I dont like to go out in the front of my yard either. Unfortunately my neighbors can see me in my back yard too so that doesn't feel any more comfortable. Trying to figure out a solution to that because I really love to garden and be outside in nature as well. Thank you for making this video- I dont feel so alone. 💗
G'day. First of all, I would like to say sorry for the slow reply. I am only seeing some older comments tonight for the first time. I'm so sorry you are dealing with your own struggles like this and you are certainly not alone. I initially looked that times of the day where I was less likely to see the people next door, such as lunch time and dinner time. Thankfully, I have the climate where I could go out and water or weed in the evening. Next thing I did was try to plan on work spaces out the back where the view from next door is obscured or where I can block the view with strategically placed shade cloth and even a cheap green house. It would obviously be better if I could just get better and not have to hide, but this is what I did to get myself out there. I hope you can work something out, as getting out there and tending to containers or garden beds, fruit trees and bushes is such a nice feeling and even better when the birds some in. Please get in touch via email, Instagram or even leave a comment on a video if you ever want to ask a question or just want to reach out. All the very best to you and thanks so much for taking a moment to reach out. Please take care. Daz.
This video has really spoken to me. As a person living with depression, anxiety and PTSD, yes, it's hard. It's hard to be trapped in your own head (in fact it's a nightmare). But it's so lovely to see a fellow content creator finding that TH-cam is not only valuable, but therapeutic. I realize this was so hard for you, and I'm so proud of you for taking those huge steps to even film this, and to go into such thorough explanations and insights. Keep going, Daz. You're bringing forth such knowledge and the honesty and authenticity is incredible! You're doing so great!
G'day Kristin. Thanks very much. I put it off a few times and then obviously did it, but it was incredibly hard. I just hope it helps someone watching at some point. I'm really sorry you have struggles of your own. It's not fun and as you said, it's a nightmare. One thing I did not mention was the nightmares actually. This is one reason why I am often awake late night here, as I put off going to bed, as I know I will have nightmares. Thanks for your kind words and please look after yourself Kristin, Daz.
I just had this video show up in my feed. I’m so happy you shared your story and a little more of yourself. You are brave and strong. We all have stuff. Some on the inside, some on the outside. Since you’ve made this, you’ve gained another 100 subs!! Congratulations 👏 I’m SO glad to have met you and look forward to getting to know you and your family better. Regards, Anne
G'day Ann. I'm totally shocked at the amount of comments there has been. All so positive and the support I have received since is amazing. I put off doing this a few times and was certain I would lose subscribers as people ran the other way and would not come back. Hopefully it explains my situation better and most of all, I really hope it helps someone who sees it. Thanks so much for your kind words and I am very thankful to have met you. All the best, Daz.
I started out writing a long paragraph but basically you are not alone and yes YT has been good for me too I think. This community has been the best and I no longer feel alone. Love your videos and remember. One day at a time! You will get there! 😊❤️☀️ and yes break out that camera and wow us with the wonderful landscape and animals there!
G'day Kathleen. I really must thank you, as your videos and comments always make my day better. Please keep on doing what you are doing with TH-cam as I see all the other comments on your videos too and I'm not the only one who appreciates them. Can I see some more Bukees (spelling?) snack eating? 😁 You take care my friend, Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen thank you so much! I wish Bucees was closer to home but I may look for one on my way back this week. I would love a Bucees snack! Remember, one victory at a time! And I would love to see your photography. I’m an okay photographer. I only took one class and most the time I’m point and shoot! 😊
G'day. Thanks so much and I am sorry you have had to deal with your own issues like that as well. I still can't leave the house or talk on the phone, but TH-cam had unexpectedly had a positive effect on me and I am getting comfortable being in front of the camera and have been live a few time, which is just huge! I really was fortunate to discover this big TH-cam family we are part of and I appreciate everyone in it so much. Thanks very much and please take care, Daz.
G'day! Great to see you and I have your channel open in another tab actually. I really want to look at that meet up video, so I will get to that soon I hope. There's also one with what looks like a long green saw mill, that I will look at first as well. Thanks very much for hitting that red button, but more importantly, thanks for your kind words. I do appreciate it. All the best, Daz.
Daz..Yes you ARE brave saying this here..and it will help a lot of people by you being so honest ..You would be surprised how many people to differing degrees suffer from this.Gardening is such a great healer .Family and friends are important and you are blessed brother by starting a YT channel and having your wife and children there..A lot of us have found healing and true friendships by joining YT..You are one of those friends we’ve found .Take care we appreciate you too.Lynne and Wayne 👍🦘
G'day Lynne and Wayne. You have made some very good points there and yes, I certainly have made new friends, such as yourselves and I truly appreciate it. All the best you two, Daz.
G'day Roxy. Thanks so much. TH-cam can be a bit of a mask actually and not represent how the person really is behind the scenes. I've been struggling a lot recently, but the support from people on TH-cam and reading comments like yours really do make me want to go on pushing myself to make a go of this and possibly help others along the way. Thanks so much for your kind words and support. It does help and I appreciate it a lot. All the best, Daz.
Hey Daz!! not sure how YT thought I wouldn't notice they un-followed us from your channel but we are back in full support! have a great weekend my friend!
G'day guys. Thanks so much. That is awesome. YT is a strange beast, but I'm not trying to use it for the better, rather than just laying back and watching cat videos. 😜 All the best, Daz.
G'day Barb. I'm so sorry. It is not a fun thing to deal with. I am certainly not the only one and there are many far worse off than me, but I hope this can helps someone out there and makes a difference. All the best barb and take care, Daz.
Hey, Daz! This is Paula, I battle with depression and obesity! The last 2 years have been the roughest! I don't want people on youtube to judge me because I'm so big! My daily walks are essential for my battle! Thanks for sharing! Randy and I both love your comments! I started our channel so I would have to get out of my pajamas and get back to living! Thanks for sharing!
I am self conscious as well too, but im hoping the vidoes will help me deal with that as well. It doesn't really matter what other people think, but its hard to not worry about it.
G'day guys. You are awesome Paula and I'm sorry you have had it rough. I haven't missed a video since I first saw your channel and I comment as I genuinely enjoy your videos and you two (and Summer). I did think about keeping myself off camera completely, but I have forced myself to be on camera and in thumbnails as a way of me getting out there. I still don't leave the house, but I'm at least starting to have conversations with people via comments. Not great, but it's something.
Daz, I understand. I have been through trauma as well, and I know how difficult recovery is. I found your channel in the comments at Molly's channel (Minnie Acres Farm.) I too garden for therapy, the sense of accomplishment, etc. I too am an "older than middle-aged" TH-cam creator with 7 kids (2 still living at home.) We have some things in common...so I subscribed. Have a wonderful day! :)
G'day there. Thanks so much for joining me here and yes, it does sound like we have a bit in common. 😊 Oh, Molly... She's fantastic and makes me laugh. So glad I found her. I'm sorry you have had to deal with trauma and I hope you are doing a lot better now. Thanks for your kind words, Daz.
The struggle is very real Daz with many people who try to cover it up or knock it off and later regret it. You are doing exactly what you need to do by getting the help you need. You are doing yourself and you family a great thing by trying to get better. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless you sir.
G'day. Yes, my worst mistake was trying to cover it up and not get help. That came to a point that I never want to see myself or my family go through again. I still have a long way to go, but I really do have to credit yourself and everyone else for accepting me, as it has started to change me for the better and it has been a very long time since I felt happy and had an interest in what other people are doing. Thanks so much, Daz.
Hello Daz, I’ve watched this particular video 2 times because the Weight of it is powerful. Your honest message has helped so many, You are an inspiration to me. You messages, art, photography gardening are a big boost to all who will listen. You didn’t ramble, you spoke truth. God bless you my friend. ❤️👍❤️
G'day Granny Moreno. Wow, that is incredibly nice. Thank you. It's hard being the happy person everyone sees on TH-cam, then me here at home sometimes. Thankfully, I have met people such as yourself, who actually make me smile and feel good about life and I can't thank you enough for that. I have said to quite a few people now, that I would never have imagined just how helpful TH-cam has been. Incredible! Thanks so much and please take care, Daz.
I just want to encourage you. You are doing such an amazing job Daz. You're encouraging & teaching others. You have a massive heart. I also am working through depression & other issues, but You're a massive inspiration. You have friends, it's the only point I scrunched up my nose at, when I was watching. I only have to look at the rallying support for you in the comments section. These people & myself will instantly call you friend & neighbour, even if there's a few clicks between our fence posts. Bless you!
G'day Christine. You are so right about the friends part, but I must say that I did not expect the amount of comments and the overwhelming positivity of them. I still can't deal with talking to people in person or even on the phone, but I'm really making an effort here online to get more comfortable with people. My goal is to go live and talk online in real time. I'm sorry you have your own struggles and thankyou for sharing that with me. You clearly did not have to. Thanks so much for your kind words Christine and you please take care, Daz.
@@adornAUS I'll be keeping an eye out. I'll be straight up and tell you that I do find it scary. I can pretend and say it's easy, but it takes me a few days to pluck up the courage to do something on camera and so many different attempts to look confident in the video. Sometimes, it just sits there for many days and I just can't deal with it. I have some videos from months ago, doing nothing unedited on my hard drive. Now having said that, it is satisfying when I finally get one completed and it makes my day if someone comments. It's a real up and down thing, but hopefully it's helping me and others too at the end of the day. You take care and let me know if you do start a channel. Daz.
Thanks for the heads up. I hadn't thought of the mental side of taking a video. I'm still stuck in the "I literally have nothing to show" side of the picture, as I've only just moved into our home & have a handful of pots doing something. But I'm watching & learning regardless.
@@adornAUS a video on your pots would be interesting and you can talk about your plans too. If you do plan to add to it soon, you'll be able to do video updates on those... No pressure though and all in good time. Take care Christine, Daz.
G'day Candace. No, you are definitely not alone and I am so sorry you have your own struggles. I think it is almost a year since I made this video and the support and friendship I have experienced since has been incredible. I wish you well Candace and you are always very welcome to join us when I go live and we occasionally discuss mental health. All the best and take care Candace. Daz.
This video was great. I think you did a great job. This resonates with us more then you know. Keep it up and enjoy the garden. I'm really glad to have your channel now. Unfortunately TH-cam loves to play with numbers we lost 38 yesterday but that's all part of it. Your doing great and I think your channel will be big. Even old guys Twitch stream...at least this old guy does...lol It would be cool to see a slide show of your photos.
G'day guys. Thanks very much for your kind words. It was hard to do and I put it off a few times, but hopefully it helps someone out there to get out and do something and possibly find friends via TH-cam. Thanks again and all the best, Daz.
Hi Daz,. Im hurting from the same Anxiety, agoraphobia, PTSD... I had a great career job i absolutely loved for 20yrs.. i messed up mate, i foolishly quit.. and regretted it SO much.. I couldn't return to my workplace and job. It destroyed me. I can't believe what ive done. I fell into horrible depression. Unable to do anything, or go anywhere. Lost all interest in everything else i once enjoyed. The ruminating. I lost my wife, and my home.. lost my possessions, had to sell everything.. i have nothing but the park, bench,..and my destructive thoughts...
G'day mate. I'm so sorry you have been going through all of that. I must say that I'm touched that you have shared this with me and I would imagine that it was not easy to share with a stranger. That is some pretty hard stuff to deal with and I'm sure it would affect anyone quite dramatically. Have you talked to a medical professional about it? I'm not asking that like it's some generic BS that people can give you. It's a serious question as I was so far gone at one point, that things were not looking good at all, but I very reluctantly reached out to a new doctor for help and wow, she did not cure me of all the things I was and still am feeling, but she sent me on a path that is a very long one, but it's more positive than negative. Keeping it all to myself and not doing anything was a bad idea. It's easy for me to say what I have, but mate please... There are definitely better times ahead for you and you can start to manage them better with a little help. I'm sitting here 6 years after I felt like I really broke for good and still cannot leave my house and I have to have someone be with me if I go into the front yard to mow the lawn for instance. It's taking forever to get on top of all this stuff mate, but there are small things that give me hope of getting better. Please let me know that you have read this, even if you just reply with a full stop, if you don't feel like talking, well typing I guess I should say. I have an email address linked to this channel and you are absolutely welcome to email me to ask questions or just get something off your chest. I talk to people hurting from mental illness via email weekly now and although I don't talk to people in person, it's great to talk via email and know that others hurt too and we can all help in our own ways. Thanks for watching and reaching out mate. If you don't reply or email, please know that I honestly do wish you all the very best and I want you to know that people do care and can definitely help you. Sorry if I have made this too long and you hang in there mate. You can definitely turn things around over time. Please take care. Daz.
@MyAussieGardenKitchen Hey Daz,.. you're awesome mate. 🫶 I read your reply a couple times. I really appreciate you're kindness and encouraging help. I really liked you video.. I felt like i could tell you what I was going through... I know you can understand that's why..🤙 I didn't say the other tragedies that happened around the same time... I appreciate you allowing me to send you an email. I will explain more, and tell you what ive tried. I live on Oahu. I've had many Aussie surfing friends I've met through the decades. Cheers made 🤙✨️🌿
G'day. The plan from the start was to hopefully show someone out there that they can get outside and focus on something in the garden and keep their mind off other things. I am in no way better and still cannot leave the house or meet people face to face, but 6 months down the track and I am now chatting to people via the computer and have many friends online, which is a huge step for me. Reaching the 1k mark was never part of my original plan and it just was not realistic to even consider it. Now that have though, I really do hope that I can make a positive impression on people out there and possibly help others somehow. Thanks so much, Daz.
G'day. That is so nice of you. Thanks! I just replied to someone else and was saying how amazed I am at the amount of people who commented and had such positive things to say. I really do appreciate it. Thanks so much and all the best, Daz.
Garden and in the woods :) Grocery store no but i need to get what i need or i wouldn't i have control issues and dont want others picking out what i want when i dont know what i want
Tobloodymatos, that’s what I grow and thanks for the idea of dehydrating them. I first found you as I was looking for relish. Yep I have mental problems also and have to keep up the medication and counseling which help though you really struck a chord with no friends or being able to communicate. I can just take a day at a time
G'day Bill. Thanks for watching and taking the time to get in touch mate. I'm really sorry you are having to deal with issues of your own. Hopefully the medication and counseling is helping. I'm really glad you are seeking help, as a lot of people don't. Communication is hard for me and looking at a blank lens and talking or typing here in silence is about all I can still do. Using the phone or talking in person is still a step away for me. Good to hear from a fellow Aussie and how about this Summer we are having in our region! Our garage has been flooded out 3 times since Christmas day. I hope you have a go at the relish mate and I'm looking forward to dehydrating more tomatoes this season. All the very best and feel free to replay, email any time. Daz.
I went over a year without leaving my house & property & only left for a medical appt. My fear took over so bad, I knew if I didn’t do something, I’d end up taking my life. Youtubing has really helped my anxiety. It’ll never go away fully, but it broke me out of my shell.
Wow, I would not know from seeing you online. You were awesome at the big meet. I know you said you were anxious, but to me, you looked like you were loving it and you were fine. You all see me chatting or me doing whatever in my videos, so I think this may have surprised a few people. There's no way in hell I would be doing this a year ago. I still can't leave the house, but this is a start I guess. We all joke about me not sleeping, but the real reason I stay up late is that I put off going to bed because of the constant nightmares. Some days I wake up defeated as it's like I actually just lived the nightmare in real life. Anyway... You look after yourself and thanks so much for being who you are. I feel really good when I'm with you guys, Adam, Josh and the other regulars. Take care, Daz.
Daz, great video not rambling. Relevant topic that more of us should be concerned and aware about. Never be embarrassed. Love your videos. ~ Ryan @yogihollowfarm
G'day Ryan. Thanks very much for that mate. I missed out on seeing you today, but I'll be back next week, so I'll hopefully see you then. All the best, Daz.
Daz you are so brave! I have to be honest I've missed out on alot do to my anxiety panic disorder. I have alot of regrets but the trauma took over 💔 I made my garden my very own oasis. I don't travel I go to the stores and back home. I stopped driving so now I have to be dependent someone one else to take me to the store and I cant stand it because I've always been so independent but stuff happens.. My gardening is very therapeutic for me . When I have an attack I realized talking to someone on the phone etc helps big time. One day at a time you are doing such a great job and I can completely understand. You have a friend for life with me and I am so glad I met you 💛 Stay strong and continue to make strides in doing what you love 💘 Sincerly Melody
G'day Melody. It's been great getting to chat with you and following your awesome progression with your garden. There's no way I would have gone out and done it in person in the last few years and I still could not now (forgetting for a moment that we are in different countries). I'm sorry you have the issues of your own and it can't be good with that other issue over the fence. I'm glad I was there the other day, along with some of your other friends to support you. Thanks so much for your kind words Melody. You are doing great over there and you should be proud. Thanks for your friendship, Daz.
That's why I always tell my friends that gardening has healing power. Daz, stay strong and just keep on having fun in the garden. We are your friends and we talk through our content 👍
G'day. Thanks for that. Yes, it has been amazing as to how many nice and supportive people I have met via TH-cam. It is not something I would have ever considered. Thanks and take care, Daz.
G'day Daz, good on you mate. Life is full of ups and downs. Looks like your busting through brother with the channel and life in general. When I was really ill with Dystonia brought on by trauma it was tough. So I know how you feel. You did well getting this out and sharing it with us all. Keep on, rocking mate.😀
G'day Marty. It's funny that you commented on this as your channel is one that I would sit and watch when I did nothing at all and felt like I had no hope. It was yourself and a couple of others who inspired me to get out there eventually and have a bit of a play. I try to project positivity and encourage people in my videos, comments and live chats, but I still struggle here. Quite a bit... This is helping though. For sure and I appreciate all the comments, subscriptions and actual friendships I am making. I had no idea this could be achieved via TH-cam of all places. I'm so sorry you have had you struggles mate. Thanks very much for your encouragement and kinds words here and on other videos. You really did make my day... or weekend, I should say. All the best mate, Daz.
G'day Lisa. Thanks very much for that. It's a battle every day, but one I really want to win and this TH-cam experience has been a very positive thing in recovery and I'm just amazed at how many people such as yourself have been so supportive and made a difference. Thanks Lisa. I really do appreciate it. Take care, Daz.
I'm watching this video for the first time. I am so humbled that you shared your story. You really are, and have, helped a lot of people Daz. I'm glad you decided to do TH-cam. You've taught me a lot about cooking (which is why I was going back through your videoes). But You also remind me that life keeps going. And I appreciate that. So thank you.
Well done mate Talking about things like this an honest and open way is very important. Especially for men, especially for people in rural areas. Glad to have stumbled onto your channel
G'day James. Wow, thanks so much mate. It was incredibly hard to do and I hope it helps someone who sees this. I still have trouble on the phone and I don't leave my house, but since starting this TH-cam journey, I am chatting with people online, and appearing on camera, which is a massive step for me. It's still hard and I put it off some days, but it is still a step in the right direction. Thanks very much for taking the time to comment with your kind words James. I really do appreciate it. All the best mate, Daz.
Daz, we are the same person. I also suffer from all of the above!! TH-cam has helped me so much! I love being able to meet new people and not leave my house, I even stalk videos to make sure I will get along with them before I commit to a friendship! Daz you are not alone, I am glad that you have your wife and kids to push you to get better, I know that feeling, I know what it's like to wish you weren't around and thinking that their life would be better without you. I cam to realize that is selfish for me to think like that. I have those days where I don't want to get out of bed but I push through. You mentioned birds, that is in my top 5 things I do that I love and helps my mental health. The sense of calm and peace that the birds and their calls bring me is so amazing for my mental health. Daz I am so glad you came into my live that night!! I don't know where you found me but I am glad you did!!! :) You said thanks for still watching, well you're welcome. If you don't garden just get outside and walk around brefoot, ground yourself with this beautiful earth that we live on
G'day Krissy. I honestly cannot remember how I first came across your channel, but I'm glad I did. You crack me up and you have a wicked sense of humour. Oh, you actually know what you are talking about in your videos, which is a good thing. 😋 That live lunch of your was great fun. My nickname for is Home Fries, thanks to that lunch.😁 Seriously though, I'm sorry you have your own struggles. It's not fun. It's strange how it works, as you come across as the the funniest, care free person in the world, without a problem in the world (recent loss the exception of course) and I would not pick you as having personal struggles of your own. I'm rambling, aren't I... Thanks for being you and for being in my world now. You are a perfect example of what I was saying about beginning to form new friendships, the fun banter etc... I'd love to see some of your photos. Take care Home Fries! Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Well I'm glad you found my channel too!!! I forgot all about the damn home fries, haha!! I am pretty good at dealing with my struggles so they don't show. I have learned that even if it is 5 minutes, you must take time for yourself, you deserve it. I'm happy to be in your world now, I love all my new Australian friends! Too bad you are all so far away!!! Are you in the small youtube homesteaders group on FB? Or FB at all? Find me on there!!! Have a good day Daz!!
Bless you Daz, I know all too well your issues and let me tell you that the garden is a great healer. You are doing so well and it is just baby steps and day by day. Each day is a new day and a step forward. You are brave, strong and your story will help and encourage others. I am praying for you brother, you are awesome and loved xx Cathi xx
G'day Cathi. Thanks so much. Yes, I really hope that now I have gone and done this, that someone will watch and will be encouraged to get out and find joy in gardening and possibly make friends via TH-cam too. I was watching your videos waaaaay before I created this channel and began chatting with you via comments here. I admire you a lot and it means a lot when you comment on my videos. You are a wonderful person Cathi and I am so glad we can now follow each other and comment here. Thanks and all the best, Daz.
G'day Faery Dragon. Oh I am so sorry he has had to deal with PTSD. It is a horrible thing to live with. That is great news about gardening helping him too. So happy to read that. It was so hard to make that video and it took me years to admit that I had a problem and to agree that it is a real illness. TH-cam can be a bit of a mask and I still struggle a lot, but I am working on getting better and can't wait for a time where I can leave the house again and go to a concert or go to a movie with the family. Heck, just going to the shops again would be awesome. Thanks very much and all the best to your husband. Take care. Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Hi Daz, Thank you it was good for hubby to realise that he is not the only one, it took a really bad episode for him to realise his problem but with a good plan, he is getting better, He is know as Mr Stache on the videos. I hope soon you will be able to go out with your family. Take care Faerydragon and the Stache
Big hugs Daz. I had a traumatic event years ago that I now suffer PTSD from. It is not easy to deal with the ramifications from that, and still have to continue living as if normal. My heart goes out to you and thank you so so much for sharing. REALLY appreciate your honesty
G'day. I'm really sorry you have had to deal with that. This was so hard to do and I just hope it helps someone. I'm stunned at how many of you awesome people replied and how positive the comments are. Thanks so much. It's amazing. Please take care, Daz.
Hi Daz, Thank you for sharing my friend.We are here to support you I just star following your channel,and learning a lot from you just keep sending those videos. I’m new with this TH-cam thing too sometimes I loosed S too,I’m not sure how it works but I think you do Short videos like tik tok some like TH-cam is enough for me.Take care yourself and God bless you.
G'day mate. Sorry you have to deal with stuff too. It's not fun. Glad you can use the work shop in the way I use the garden. It helps. Look after yourself and all the best. Daz.
Aw, Mr Daz... we will be praying for you but truly you are brave for even making this video. You have an amazing family, support system. Not rambling... you are okey. We have a new found respect for you. Much love!
G'day. Thanks very much for these kind words. I have found a lot of happiness in meeting you ladies and all the other wonderful people in this community we are part of. Thanks very much for your support and keep on doing what you are doing if it continues to be fun. You are all so clever. Take care, Daz.
Daz! Believe it or not...I also have social anxiety and depression and a panic disorder. It's hard to understand if you have never experienced it. I'm so glad we found each other ❤ I'm always here for you my friend ❤
Part of the reason I prefer to shop around back if you know what I mean! I don't have to worry about having a panic attack and leaving my full cart in the check out line!
G'day Moe. Wow, I would not have picked that as you are so happy and cheerful all the time in your videos and you really get out there and find so many interesting things and look so confident in doing so. I'm sorry you have your own struggles and yes, I'm glad we found each other. My day would not be the same without one of your adventures. Oh, that truck! 😁 Too funny! All the best Moe, Daz.
G'day Kee kee. And you are one of mine. 👍 When I talk about the fun comments and banter, you come to mind straight away. Thanks for making my TH-cam time fun Kee Kee and keep on being you. Take care, Daz.
Hi Daz just going over your old videos and came across this video. Thank you ….. I also suffer from anxiety and depression and your video really did help me, it was one of those days for me today. I wonder if you realise just how many you help and how brave I think you are. You have inspired me to start potting plants. Thank you 😊 just wanted you to know you are appreciated thumbs up 👍
G'day Karen. Oh my gosh! Thanks so much for your kind words. I can still remember how hard that was to do and how much I put it off. I'm so sorry that you have your own struggles and to today was not the best. I spent much of the day in bed today as I also had a bit of a bad one and I'm now here at 11pm and trying to salvage something from the day. 🤦♂️ That's great about he potted plants Karen. I hope you find some joy in caring for them and talk to them. YES! I did type that. Seriously! I have read in the past that they actually respond positively to being spoken to and I do it and it's a bit of a release for me too. OK, now you think I'm strange, right! 😜 Seriously though Karen. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this comment on my video as it has really made my day. Please take care and enjoy the potted plants! All the very best. Daz.
Holy cow! You’re at 203 subs now! Literally double what you were when you made this video. I started gardening for many of the same reasons as you. A few years ago I backed way off on it because we had a hurricane in July which destroyed a lot of my work. I just never was able to get my momentum back. I keep up with a few things that I don’t want to lose but that’s about it. I keep thinking I’ll go back out and start working like before. One day I will, God willing. Looking forward to hearing more about you and your hobbies and family.
G'day. I'm so sorry that you had your own struggles and it's great to hear that you were able to get into the garden and find some happiness. That is so sad about the hurricane. I'm so sorry you lost all that hard work. It must have been heart breaking. Can you possibly do some container gardening and if you know very bad weather is coming, you can move them to a better and hopefully safe spot? This is one thing I love about grow bags, especially as they have handle so you can pick them up or drag them. Good luck and let me know if you do get into the swing of things again. All the best, Daz.
Daz, Darling...not only did I watch your video until the end, but it brought a tear to my eyes seeing how much we have in common and knowing some of the pain you're dealing with daily. I know I've explained some of my issues due to a car wreck that I survived 10 years ago. I can't believe it's been 10 years almost to the day, (Sept 22nd) and it's still affecting me both mentally and physically in everything that I do (and causes me not to do) so I get it, and I get you! You are an inspiration to us all, whether we have issues or not, you inspire us to get off our butts, put our 'big girl panties on' and face the world even if we're wanting to hide from the world. And your kindness and kind words almost always bring me to tears when I hear them. You are so important to some of us that words cannot even start to explain it.... I love you Daz, and I love what you do. And my hat goes off to you for doing it. And I salute 'Mrs. Daz' for what she does. They do say that behind every great Man, there is a greater Woman, so there ya go! Have a good day Daz. ::::::::wiping away a tear in Texas ::::: (((((hugs)))))
G’day Daz Thank you so much for sharing. This was very brave. I identify with a lot of what you’ve said. And one day (only when you’re good and ready!) I can’t wait to see those olive trees. With love & support, Leighton
G'day Leighton. Thanks very much and I'm sorry that you can identify with some of this. I'm getting more confident appearing on TH-cam, but still can't get out the front door, which is so frustrating. Thanks very much for your kind words and support. It due to people such as yourself, that I have gained confidence and made it this far with TH-cam at least. It's not getting out of the house, but I do feel it is a step forward. Take care, Daz.
Good onya Dazman!! I'm in a similar situation mate currently in the process of moving down to the Bass Coast to start a 1/2 acre homestead (plus the boat for the snappers!!) and rebuild my life after a lot of trauma and anxiety in the last 10 years. Hopefully the ocean and the homestead will give me purpose and help me feed and nourish my family. It's a daily battle fighting the black dog everyday It's not easy but life is always going to get better when we keep at it and be happy that we gave it our best. Keep plugging on mate your channel is grouse as.
G'day Troy. I'm so sorry you have had to go through your own struggles mate and I hope your move puts you on the path to better days ahead. Please get in touch and let me know how you are getting on if you don't mind. I'm keen to know more if you are willing to share and please feel free to get in touch any time. All the very best to you Troy and thanks very much for taking the time to leave such an awesome comment. Take care. Daz.
got your back m8! i have suffered from mental health problems, as well, anxiety , doubt and depression, all the anger and confusion that comes with it, i dont know what to say, sometimes my mind just goes at a million miles a hour. its good to see you talking about it, there is still a big stigma about mental health, well actually takes a better person to admit when they have a problem and take control of it. so your doing great!!! keep posting the videos
G'day William. Thanks so much for those kind and very wise words. I was so close to not doing this and now that I have, I really want it to help someone else get outside and find joy in the garden and possibly make friends via this online community. I'm sorry you have had your struggles and please take care, Daz.😊
Thanks for sharing the issues that you deal with. You never know who could be hearing this and the help it could be giving to others. YT is great for helping people get outside their boxes. I myself deal with fairly bad social anxiety and it has helped me tremendously. 👍
G'day mate. Yes, I really hope it encourages someone to get out there and feel good or even make new friendships. I would never have thought in a million years that I would be making friends via TH-cam, but it's happening. Crazy. I struggle to chat in the Lives and sometimes I just don't want to be there in chat, but I'm really trying. All the best mate, Daz.
Hey Daz. Thanks for sharing and I always love the videos you put out. I’m basically a shy person and self conscious. Most of my conversations are with family and lots of animals. I surprised myself when I started my channel 7 months ago. Never thought anyone would be interested in what happens on our small farm. I saw you test live and your photos are awesome! 🥰
G'day. You seem so comfortable and very natural and very real when you are in your videos. I really like that and good on you. I still have a bunch of your videos to watch and off the top of my head there are tomato videos and I think it's an Elderberry video that I really want to see as well. I still do not have an elderberry here. I need to fix that real soon. Yes, I saw you commenting and thanks. That was only meant to be a 5 minute test, not a 3 hour stream. I really did enjoy my photography and hope I can get the passion back for it one day. Thanks and take care, Daz.
Congrats on the 100 subs, subs come and go don't pay too much attention to it though it can do your head in... I think you will find more people than you think suffer from Depression and other mental illness...
Daz, you're a great guy and I love all the information you have shared in your videos. I can relate to what you are going through, I have my own issues such as Panic attacks; GAD; MDD; PTSD and that is just mentally, also have physical issues as well. I started gardening 3 yrs ago in hopes to have a life outside of my bedroom. I've been fortunate enough to have been able to visit family in other states twice this past year even though I actually went from starring at my 4 walls to their 4 walls but hey I left my comfort zone. Truth is the only places I go is to the doctors otherwise I hibernate in my home and backyard, my happy place. One day at a time Daz! We will figure this out. God bless you and your family!! I'm here if you ever want to talk! Take care!!
Thanks, that is so nice of you. I'm sorry to read of your issues and I'm glad you have your happy place. That part of your garden with the arch is so nice. I really like your garden and for you to live there and experience it in person, it must be nice. 💚 Thanks so much for your kind words and you please take care too. All the best, Daz.
You're so brave! I agree sometimes its easier dealing with issues when you share about them, it takes a bit of a weight off. I think sometimes part of the issue is what other people will think of our issues, and we can build up this huge paranoia, thinking no one will like us, or respect us or they'll be disgusted if they knew what we are going through. But I've found more often then not, people don't feel that way, don't judge us as we're afraid to be judged. Theyre usually more generous then we give them credit for. So being outspoken about issues can take away a bit of that fear. Keep sharing, keep posting, keep being you. You are healing, and strong and brave. I admire you for doing this.
G'day. Wow, that is so well said and you are so right. 😊 I tried doing this a few times over a couple of weeks and always backed out, thinking about what others will think. In the end, I went out there yesterday and just went for it. I was a bit all over the place, but I really hope it inspires someone struggling to get out and feel good in the garden and to find friendships with this format. Thanks so much for your wise words, Daz.😊
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen glad to see its helped! Hugs! We've all gone through some bs in our lives, and are doing our best to cope. I've found putting things out there, and talking about them rather then internalizing, is much healthier for me, mentally and physically!
Thank you, Daz for sharing a part of you that a lot of people do not understand. That took a lot of courage. I have dealt with depression, anxiety, panic attacks since I was a teenager. I posted my ramblings I think it was yesterday. Thank you for sharing! Hugs and love to you and your family. ❤️✝🤗 Have a beautiful and blessed week. God Bless ❤️✝🤗
G'day Cynthia. I'm sorry you have had your own struggles to deal with. As I said to some others here, it is not fun and I'm sorry. Hopefully someone has watched this or will in the future and they will be inspired to give gardening a try and find some joy, or they find others here on TH-cam who makes them smile and gives them support. All the best to you Cynthia and thanks again, Daz. 😊
I have mental illnesses too. I've experienced agoraphobia too. I had to force myself to get a job and it helps me get out and want to get out. I take ashwagandha and holy basil now for my depression and anxiety. Gardening is also a fantastic therapy
G'day Mickenzie. I'm sorry. It's not a pleasant experience. You are so cheery and an inspiration to many with your videos, comments and presence in live chats and you have connected with the community so well. Good on you. It's great to see. The gardening definitely helps. Just wish I could actually go out like I used to. Anyway.... Thanks for being you. I'm glad we connected via TH-cam and please don't forget us small guys when you have your huge channel and following. 😁 Look after yourself, Daz.
Thank you so much for sharing and giving me hope! I also have anxiety depression PTSD and agraphobia with two young boys and 3rd on the way. My family gives me life and hope and the garden was helping until during my first trimester I struggled a lot to get out in the garden again and now my neighbours complain in looks messy. My partner does his best to make sure it doesn't go into their front or back garden but it triggers my agraphobia so badly I feel so scared to go out gardening even though I enjoyed it a lot. Sorry for the long comment but thank you for your channel I'm trying to find the mental energy to go back out there again and your videos help
G'day. I am so sorry you are struggling too. You are certainly not the only one and you are not alone. 💚 Oh the garden. Yes I can absolutely relate as I am very conscious of how my front and back yards do not look as good as they should when all the people around me ( who are mostly retired) spend a lot of time maintaining beautiful yards. May backyard is my sanctuary and I do my best to use it like therapy and to keep my mind on nice things, but they people next door can see me and it's hard to go out and keep up with it. I actually have plants places strategically to block some of the views in. As far as the front yard goes, I have to take my son out with me as I cannot go out there by myself. 🤦♂️ Even with him beside me, I still spend a lot of time looking around to see if anyone can see me. The front yard is the hardest to keep on top of. Now, congratulations on your 3rd child. We have 6 and the kids are a great reason to push on and manage as best we can. If you ever want to email me or message me on Instagram, please feel free. I'm not trained in any way at all, but I'm happy to listen and discuss. Wow, my message is so long, so you have nothing to worry about there. 😁 You please take care and try as best you can. Good luck with child #3 too! Daz.
Good morning from South Carolina Dez! One day at a time - enjoy life as you live it! I too suffer from depression, I believe everyone does in one way or another, but you are correct! Getting out and doing things in the fresh air, whether it be vegetable gardening, flower or herb gardening or enjoying the farm life, takes you away from the triggers of depression! I was told by someone “Tomorrow will not always be like today “ , focus on the good and hang in there! Thank you for sharing- we got you! 🤗🌻🐝🐥🐇🦃🥚
Thank you Daz for your honesty and transparency. As a fello PTSD and Anxiety sufferer from severe trauma in 2011, it does get better. You have friends and we are here for you buddy. And you are so right, getting outside and changing focus helps so much. Got your back friend, hang in there. You are doing great 👍 😊😊
Thanks very much. That was very nice of you. I'm sorry you have had to deal with your own trauma. I still have a way to go yet, but the gardening out the back away from everyone is helping and chatting with people in comments and making videos is a total surprise to me that I am doing it and I am enjoying it. I feel really good about this TH-cam journey I started and it would be great if I could actually get out and meet some of you. I've been to the USA 6 times for instance and would love to be able to get out and do it again one day. Thanks so much for your kind words, Daz. 😊
Gardening is so therapeutic. I struggle with depression and anxiety also. I feel ya. It sucks. The gardening community on here is so wonderful too I’ve made some great youtube friends too.
G'day. I'm sorry you have your own struggles and yes, it sucks. A lot of people do not understand and there is still a bit of a stigma, but wow, I have met so many supportive people in this community. 😊 Thanks so much for your kind words, Daz.
Well done Daz. A most difficult topic to discuss, and one so many do not understand. My garden and this channel are my therapy and my way to get out of my own head once in a while. Depression and anxiety are hard to live with and I commend you on sharing your heartfelt story. ♥♥♥
Thanks so much Lorrie. I put it off a few times and finally did it as not only do I want people to understand who I am and why I do this, but I hope someone can are it and find joy in the garden, or make new friends. All the best, Daz.
G'day Mary. I'm sorry you have had your own struggles. I hope someone sees this and it helps them. TH-cam has been a very good thing for me and I'm very grateful to everyone for their support. Take care, Daz.
G'day. Thanks very much. I had absolutely no idea back then, that I would be over the 1k mark in 6 months and appearing on the camera live occasionally. I just hope that now I have connected with so many people, that I can send a positive message and actually do some good for others. Thanks so much, Daz.
You say right.
Some of the happiest/funniest people wear a mask everyday, the fact that you have found the courage to take your mask off for even a moment is a sign that you are conquering your trials!!! The garden is a great place to find peace and like the plants, it’s a great place to grow! I know this video wasn’t easy to make but by making it you have not only helped yourself but also helped others who wear a mask everyday also. 🐸
G'day mate.
That is so very well said. I don't know what else to say...
Thanks so much mate and thanks for giving me a good laugh all those times too. So glad I found your channel.
All the best,
Daz.
Hay mate well done for having the courage to talk about it.
I kind of understand how you feel
I'm 30 years old and I've had a pretty hard life
6 months ago I suffered a stroke
I temporarily lost control of my right side of my body
Thankfully I have full movement back now but I'm suffering with Post Stroke Fatigue
And almost 4 years ago I lost my first born daughter just 3 weeks after her first birthday.
I understand the feeling of not wanting to get out of bed and just lock yourself away from people
And to have those thorts of just ending it all.
But we gotta keep going mate
I have a wife and an 8 month old daughter
Gotta get up each day and push on mate ❤️
G'day Paul.
I am so sorry mate. I really am.
Such terrible things to experience and good on you for pushing through and not giving up.
Yes, it's hard, real hard at times and I enjoy making videos for TH-cam, but I'm just that that person smiling and acting confident all the time.
I'm trying though and it's a bloody slow journey to get better and although I still can't leave the house or talk to people on the phone, I've made a huge step in making videos and appearing live on camera at times.
It's something.
I also hope those who are currently in a dark place and have no motivation, can hopefully see that getting out in the garden and trying things, will get their minds off stuff and will give them something to focus on and enjoy.
Cooking too.
Thanks Paul and sorry for such a slow reply.
TH-cam has just shown a huge amount of old messages and I am going through them all now.
I'm sorry you have experienced what you have mate and thanks very much for your kind words.
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen thanks mate
Your a legend
Doing great work mate
Keep it up 👍
Stay strong Daz
G'day Nic A.
Thanks very much. I hope it helps someone out there who may be struggling.
All the best,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen I also have ptsd, bit of a struggle at the moment, trying to push thru
@@nica5615 I'm sorry to read that. I hope you are getting help. It's a mongrel of a thing.
You too stay strong and please see a GP if you haven't already.
Please look after yourself,
Daz. 👍
Daz I am so sorry to hear that you have had some health issues. Simply you are a better human being than many one can meet. Daz, really moving very honest, very decent that is what is transparent about your character. Thank you for sharing, love your garden, like you very much and wish you were my neighbour. Subscribed! Should be thousands. Yes me! Watching you and you motivated me to get out in the garden, I love nature too and Australian nature is amazing. I have planted a passion fruit frame thanks.
It is awesome that you talk about this!
G'day Abby.
Thanks for that.
I almost did not do it. I put it off a lot of times, but I want it to help someone watching.
Hopefully they can find joy in gardening and even making friends on TH-cam.
I also wanted to thank everyone like yourself who have been supportive of me as it has been hard and still is.
Glad I found your channel Abby. You are doing so well and it's fun watching your progress.
The cinnamon rolls looked soooo good!
All the best,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen thanks 😊 maybe i could give you some one day!
Hi Dan, this was a fabulous video. You are open, honest and really down to earth. A good Aussie bloke and your wife and family sound amazing as well. I would love to see some of your photography! Maybe it’s something you could do around your garden - some macro photos perhaps or of the lovely birds you were talking about.
G'day.
Thanks very much for your kind words and that's a very good suggestion about the photography.
I have not used my gear for a few years now, which would stun a lot of people who knew me, as I never left home without my camera gear. Ever!
Yes, I am so lucky that my wife is amazing and supportive. Our kids are great human beings and that has a lot to do with the way my wife raised them.
Sorry, I'm rambling...
Thanks so much and I really do appreciate it,
Daz.
Me too a nature photographer get back to it, birds, butterflies and yes the only thing that can get me out too. Rambling No! Honest, decent, Yes! It has helped Daz. A reason for your videos, to share, to care, to give because of who and what you are a very decent man. Have lots of better days Daz. I just have, thanks to your video and its inherent caring.
I also have sever Panic disorder PTSD and Chronic fatigue syndrome. What you are doing with your channel and garden is so important and helps alot. I think your on the right track. Coping with these disorders is not for the faint of heart. I deal with it every day. Several days in bed, a couple up and doing some light things, panic attacks at the shops or whatever. I havnt been able to work for 6 years. I developed an auto immune reaction to a medication called Stevens Johnson Syndrome. Never recovered. The ordeal with SJS must have been too much for me. Im sure you have strategies to help ,like pacing, and CBTherapy and after 2 years you probably think its not working, but it takes alot of time to adjust to a different way of living. So all I can stay is stick with the plan and if your not having a good day, as hard as it is the bad days will give way to ,not such a bad day and then a few days later your in the garden enjoying the day. I brewed a couple of days back and im wreaked , it is what it is unfortunatly,
Ive been enjoying gardening in pots in a green house my wife got for me . I love it and have started doing bottling pickles etc. Thats how i got to your channel, i never emagined you were in a similar situation as me. If you have time check this video out on my channel where i share a major panic attack half way through. Cheers take care mate. th-cam.com/video/Ezkyu9-dp_g/w-d-xo.html
G'day mate.
This just appeared in my "Held for review" section as spam, so I have now finally caught up with it.
Thanks very much for being so open. That's amazing and good on you. I'm really sorry you have been going through all you have.
I've just had a bit of a rough afternoon actually, so I'm now here answering messages to try to get something done. It's not much, but I guess I'm trying.
Thanks for sharing your link too.
I'll definitely watch it a bit later tonight.
All the best mate and look after yourself,
Daz,
Thank you, brother!!!! Your story is encouraging and has given me hope of overcoming such a critical mental disability.
G'day!
I'm sorry you have your struggles too. There is definitely hope and there are so many people who understand and can relate to various things some of us have been dealing with.
I've found that it's not being fixed over night, but there is hope and it's taking small steps.
It's frustrating me that I'm taking so long to recover and still cannot leave my home unless it's medical reasons, but I am making small steps forward. Not backwards.
I'm sure you can do the same. Feel free to drop a comment or email me if you just want to let something off your chest.
Thanks very much for taking the time to watch and reply.
Wishing you all the very best.
Daz.
I totally get what your saying I have bi polar depression severe anxiety and PTSD because of trauma from when I was young so I know what its like to be low and i agree about the doing something to keep you happy I am glad you found gardening to help you cope
G'day.
I'm so sorry you have had these terrible things to deal with.
Gardening and meeting people vie this format makes me smile and this is a good thing.
Thanks so much for your kind words and for taking the time to comment.
You take care please and I wish you all the best,
Daz. 😊
Great video. Having the channel should help you tremendously, get you threw this struggle. It will get better . Keep up the good work.
G'day.
It has been an amazing journey and when I started the channel back at the end of March, I had no idea that so many people would be so supportive and make friendships.
I still don't leave the house or talk to people, but I am now chatting with people via TH-cam, which for me is a huge step.
Thanks so much,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen it good to seenyou say that. Glad your opening up more. I am about the same way anymore. I don't go to many places . Plenty of work to do around here to keep me busy. I started my you tube 2 months ago. 2 months ago I still avoided getting my picture taken. Hated getting my picture taken. Look at me now. Haha.
Just have to take it one step at a time 👍
G'day.
Yes, indeed and thanks very much for taking the time to comment.
I do appreciate it.
All the best,
Daz.
I feel this Daz. I too suffer from anxiety and it got to the point where I couldn't see living the rest of my life that way. Fortunately, I sought out help and I currently take medication for it though I hate being reliant on it to feel closer to "normal". I have found great relief in the garden and outdoors in general as well. I don't like being in crowds and even while medicated I still get very ill feeling just going to a dentist appointment for instance. I don't like doing things out of my normal routine but I'm slowly getting better. Thank you for sharing this Daz, I know it's not easy to be open about. So glad we're TH-cam friends brotha and I enjoy following your journey. Keep up the great progress, you have A LOT of friends here supporting you 😊
G'day mate.
I'm very sorry you have those issues of your own and I'm so glad you went and got the help required. Good on you mate.
So many people ignore it and put it off and that is not a good thing.
It took me a long time to get help, but it was a wise move, that's for sure.
I am absolutely amazed at the friendships and comfort I have found via TH-cam over these past few months. I bet that's not in the medical books.
I put this video off so many times, but now it is done, I hope it helps others out there.
Thanks very much and I do appreciate it mate.
Please look after yourself,
Daz.
Thanks for sharing your story.
G'day.
You are very welcome and I hope it can help a lot of people in some way.
Sorry for the delayed reply. I recently fell and hurt my hand and and I am now just catching up on comments.
All the best.
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchenno need to apologize for the delay. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Hi Daz
Ur sharing is very useful. There are many things to learn from ur experience. Keep it up.
G'day there.
Thank you very much for your kind words. 😊
Take care,
Daz.
I love that you have found a way to communicate through TH-cam. My mother has agoraphobia as well, and will hardly go out just for groceries. Continue pushing through and know that just by you speaking about this is a wonderful way to help others! So thankful to have “met” you on here and know that you have tons of people who care. ❤️
G'day.
Your poor mother. It's hard and some people don't understand.
I think it's silly that I can't go out, but I just can't. It's frustrating.
Communicating with others via TH-cam is something I did not expect and would have laughed at it to be honest if someone suggested it in the past.
I am enjoying it though and I'm building friendships slowly.
It's not in person and I don't think I would go see anyone if they were close, but it's a start I guess.
The amount of comments and overwhelming positivity has shocked me.
I hoped that the video would explain me a bit better and help someone, but I also expected people to drop off and walk away slowly.
I think the next step for me is to buy a nice boat so it gets me to leave the house. Know anyone who's bought an awesome boat recently? 😁
Thanks so much,
Daz.
We love you Daz! I'm sorry you had a traumatic event. So glad you're finding ways to cope such as your garden. And it's a beautiful garden! You have a wonderful soul. Thank you for putting this out there, as this may be the inspiration they need to hear. ❤❤❤
G'day.
Thanks very much.
It was so hard to do, but I hope it helps someone out there.
The response from everyone is just staggering. I was certain this was going to go against me, but still wanted to do it and instead of it going against me, I have gained a lot of friends and had the most amazing support.
Thanks so much and take care,
Daz.
Daz…depression and anxiety sufferers here! Totally relate! We both struggle and persevere! So proud of you for speaking out! The stigma is real for mental health and substance abuse issues. As you know I am a counselor who deals with this everyday. No one is immune and this does not discriminate! You are human and not rambling! Thank You a million for sharing about this openly! This is so important for folks to learn that we do not choose to struggle but rather it is a brain disease! Love to you!
G'day.
I put off doing this a few times and it was hard.
I just hope someone gets what I am saying and tit will help them to get out of that funk inside and either find joy in the garden or meet people on TH-cam and start to take steps in feeling better more often.
Thanks so much,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen thanks Daz. I could not agree more with you! Thanks for doing this!
Stay strong and always pray... ❤️❤️❤️
G'day.
Thanks very much for your kind words.
All the best,
Daz.
God bless you my friend
G'day mate.
Thanks very much. Really wasn't sure about this, but it's done now.
You take care mate,
Daz.
You’re not alone and you’re gaining a new support group of friends on TH-cam. Stay strong and keep making those great videos.
Your friends,
Dawn & Trevor at Home North.
G'day guys.
There's no way in the world that I would have thought that I would make friends via TH-cam, but it's starting to happen. Granted, it's not in person, but before I started doing this, I pretty much had no interaction with people other than my wife and kids.
Thanks very much,
Daz.
stay strong buddy, Keep moving forward You are gaining a lot of great people here on the garden shows
G'day mate.
Thanks very much for the kind words,
Daz.
Thanks for sharing..Good on you!! You are teaching your kids a valuable life lesson...Yes..My garden & my5kids are my number1 reason for getting up everyday..I dont like2see neighbours, dont have local friends, dont really like people..You are not rambling..Cheers..😊
G'day Melanie.
That is so nice of you. Thanks!
I never ever expected this many people to watch and comment and to be so positive and supportive and I am just blown away.
I am nowhere near recovered, but meeting like this has certainly helped and I can't thank you and all the others enough.
I went from zero contact at all to at least chatting in this form. it's a big deal for me!
Thanks Melanie and you take care,
Daz.
You are a brave Man Daz! Our boats are very similar. PTSD, Anxiety, depression- I force Myself to leave the property once or twice a week but I could see Myself just staying home if it wasn't for feed and groceries. You tube has become my source of friends and conversation also. I'm glad to have met you. Hopefully You will continue to inspire Myself and Others. Your doing great, I've never even stood in front of the camera so you've got Me beat already lol. Keep on Pushing Brother! The Man From Strugglers Farm
Absolutely LOVE the Atari hat!!! hahaha
G'day mate.
Thanks. It's a fave as that's were my gaming started for me.
All the best.
Daz.
I suffer with all of those too, Daz, so I totally understand what you are speaking about. My agoraphobia isn't too bad, but I don't really like to go into crowded places much.
TH-cam and crafting and gardening are excellent therapies. Cheaper too than traditional therapies, and much healthier than medications.
TH-cam allows you to share you knowledge and skill, and share the joy it brings you. It also allows you to make friendships without being one on one or face to face with them. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but there is so much freedom being friends thru TH-cam because our anxiety isn't as high.
May God bless and grace your life with peace and joy!
G'day.
Thanks very much.
I put this off so many times and almost did not go through with it, but now that I have, I hope it helps others who may see it and know that they are not alone and that they can find joy in the garden.
They can even make friendship on TH-cam, which I never expected personally.
I'm sorry you have your own struggle and do take care,
Daz.
Gardening is good therapy..but chickens are awesome therapy too..
Yes, Indeed.
One of the first things I started to appreciate and enjoy when getting out the the backyard, is that the chickens became little mates with their own personalities.
They come to me if I call their name and they often help me, which is so cool.
Take care,
Daz.
Thank you so much for Sharing this is really going to help some people that are going through hard times like you God bless you
G'day guys.
Thanks very much.
I'm quite surprised at how TH-cam of all things has helped me be more outgoing lately.
Yes, I really hope this video helps.
All the best,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen As it’s done the same thing for me I’m a very shy person I love the community of homesteaders on TH-cam
It's easier to film a video, than to talk on real life. Daz, you are not alone. A lot of us have "issues" that we don't speak about. I've been suffering from ptsd, agoraphobia, and anxiety for a long time. Having such a caring community of people, helps get me through the days. I'm glad to have met you. And I really look forward to seeing your photography 😀
G'day.
Thanks so much for those kind words.
I'm so sorry you have your own struggles to deal with. It's not fun.
You definitely come across as a natural at this and you do so well. Good on you. 👍
Yes, the community is awesome and it's not going out and meeting people in real life, but this is a start and I feel really good about it.
Thanks again and please take care,
Daz.
Wow you are just like me but with a more majestic beard. I also suffer from all of these things following my time in the USMC. Moving to the countryside has been the best treatment ever for me. Stay strong brother and keep those thoughts from getting to dark!
G'day mate.
...and I'm better looking.
Hah! Who am I kidding. I should be on radio, not TH-cam! 😁
Seriously though, I hope you are doing OK.
I've seen some pretty sad stuff about the lack of support some people deal with after leaving the military. Respect to you for serving too.
It's great finding people like yourself, where I not only learn stuff and watch stuff I'm interested in, but I can have a much needed laugh too.
I appreciate it mate and give me a shout if you need to rant, vent or want to know how to eat Vegemite properly.
Look after yourself mate,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen what exactly is vegemite
@@joshthehomesteader229 a thick, black yeast extract. Originally a by product of beer production I think. I'll have to send you some.
Spread it lightly, not thick like peanut butter as it's very concentrated and salty.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen is it fermented?
@@joshthehomesteader229 I don't think so, but you can only buy it in stores and I don't know of anyone making it themselves.
Hi there! New friend here!! Thanks for visiting me; I'm sure we'll be chatting back & forth a lot. Take care!!
G'day.
Thanks very much and I look forward to it.
I'm finding the community of people with similar interest, very friendly and welcoming.
Take care,
Daz.
You have found a very supportive community! There are some very nice, helpful and understanding people here.
Sharing who we really are inside and why we continue to press on with this life is so brave! Your honesty will no doubt help others and I truly believe the Lord gives us people in our lives for seasons like these.
~ Lots of love from the Bland family! 💗
G'day.
That was really nice. Thanks.
It was very hard to do and I hope it helps someone out there.
Thanks again and take care,
Daz.
PTSD wraps it’s tentacles around every facet of your life. Some days are worse than others. Keep growing that garden and focusing on healing. Nature pulls us through dark times if we go into it. Be patient with yourself. Much love from western Canada ❤
G'day.
That is so well said and thanks so much.
It's all smiles and confidence on camera these days, but it's just not how it is most of the time unfortunately.
I am working on it though and getting in that back yard and getting busy can be so rewarding.
Thanks so much and all the best.
Daz.
Social Media used right 👍. Good on ya mate, that’s a brave necessary thing to do these days is too out yourself out there and say hey mate I struggle too.
I have similar problems with depression, PTSD, anxiety etc. I always feel better going out into the garden even if it’s just to have a look around and go back inside.
I’m new to your channel as you know and I would never have guessed so that’s why it’s important to bring it up to help others who think that they are the only ones.
G'day.
Is there a name that you would prefer I call you by, as I'm pretty sure we'll be chatting more in the future.
I'm sorry you have issues of your own to deal with and yes, getting into the garden helps.
It took me while to do this and I still have many bad days, but it is good when I can get out there and forget the negative stuff and be productive.
I just hope others see this and know they are not alone and maybe they can get out and have a go in the garden and find happiness.
Finding friendship and chatting online via TH-cam was quite unexpected and a big deal to me, as I still can't leave the house or talk to people on the phone.
Small steps though....
Thanks very much,
Daz.
Hey Daz, watched it all....feel your pain. I have depression. I see by all these comments you now have an Army of supporters. I find Gardening people are usually like that......good people. So glad you have such a great family. I'm here to learn everything I don't know about Gardening, so I'll need to see a gazillion videos please, so that should give you a purpose!!!! Well done, keep going.
G'day Jools.
Is it OK to call you Jools, or would you prefer something else?
I'm sorry you have to deal with that too.
I am absolutely shocked at the amount of replies and how supportive they are. Incredible and so appreciated.
A gazillion videos! Hah! Things might get a bit repetitive there. 🤣
I'll see what I can do.
Thanks so much for your kind words and support. It's just the best feeling to go online and see them.
Take care,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Morning Daz, Jools is fine. Ha Ha take your time and do what you are comfortable with. Your gardening friends will keep supporting you. And your lovely family of course. Have a great day.
I also struggle with agoraphobia and understand exactly everything you are saying!! I dont like to go out in the front of my yard either. Unfortunately my neighbors can see me in my back yard too so that doesn't feel any more comfortable. Trying to figure out a solution to that because I really love to garden and be outside in nature as well. Thank you for making this video- I dont feel so alone. 💗
G'day.
First of all, I would like to say sorry for the slow reply. I am only seeing some older comments tonight for the first time.
I'm so sorry you are dealing with your own struggles like this and you are certainly not alone.
I initially looked that times of the day where I was less likely to see the people next door, such as lunch time and dinner time. Thankfully, I have the climate where I could go out and water or weed in the evening.
Next thing I did was try to plan on work spaces out the back where the view from next door is obscured or where I can block the view with strategically placed shade cloth and even a cheap green house.
It would obviously be better if I could just get better and not have to hide, but this is what I did to get myself out there.
I hope you can work something out, as getting out there and tending to containers or garden beds, fruit trees and bushes is such a nice feeling and even better when the birds some in.
Please get in touch via email, Instagram or even leave a comment on a video if you ever want to ask a question or just want to reach out.
All the very best to you and thanks so much for taking a moment to reach out.
Please take care.
Daz.
This video has really spoken to me. As a person living with depression, anxiety and PTSD, yes, it's hard. It's hard to be trapped in your own head (in fact it's a nightmare). But it's so lovely to see a fellow content creator finding that TH-cam is not only valuable, but therapeutic. I realize this was so hard for you, and I'm so proud of you for taking those huge steps to even film this, and to go into such thorough explanations and insights. Keep going, Daz. You're bringing forth such knowledge and the honesty and authenticity is incredible! You're doing so great!
G'day Kristin.
Thanks very much. I put it off a few times and then obviously did it, but it was incredibly hard.
I just hope it helps someone watching at some point.
I'm really sorry you have struggles of your own. It's not fun and as you said, it's a nightmare.
One thing I did not mention was the nightmares actually. This is one reason why I am often awake late night here, as I put off going to bed, as I know I will have nightmares.
Thanks for your kind words and please look after yourself Kristin,
Daz.
I just had this video show up in my feed. I’m so happy you shared your story and a little more of yourself. You are brave and strong. We all have stuff. Some on the inside, some on the outside. Since you’ve made this, you’ve gained another 100 subs!! Congratulations 👏 I’m SO glad to have met you and look forward to getting to know you and your family better. Regards, Anne
G'day Ann.
I'm totally shocked at the amount of comments there has been.
All so positive and the support I have received since is amazing.
I put off doing this a few times and was certain I would lose subscribers as people ran the other way and would not come back.
Hopefully it explains my situation better and most of all, I really hope it helps someone who sees it.
Thanks so much for your kind words and I am very thankful to have met you.
All the best,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen I’m glad too ❤️
I started out writing a long paragraph but basically you are not alone and yes YT has been good for me too I think. This community has been the best and I no longer feel alone. Love your videos and remember. One day at a time! You will get there! 😊❤️☀️ and yes break out that camera and wow us with the wonderful landscape and animals there!
G'day Kathleen.
I really must thank you, as your videos and comments always make my day better.
Please keep on doing what you are doing with TH-cam as I see all the other comments on your videos too and I'm not the only one who appreciates them.
Can I see some more Bukees (spelling?) snack eating? 😁
You take care my friend,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen thank you so much! I wish Bucees was closer to home but I may look for one on my way back this week. I would love a Bucees snack! Remember, one victory at a time! And I would love to see your photography. I’m an okay photographer. I only took one class and most the time I’m point and shoot! 😊
As someone who also had ptsd.anxiety and depression I am so proud of you for making this video there are more of us out there just like you.
G'day.
Thanks so much and I am sorry you have had to deal with your own issues like that as well.
I still can't leave the house or talk on the phone, but TH-cam had unexpectedly had a positive effect on me and I am getting comfortable being in front of the camera and have been live a few time, which is just huge!
I really was fortunate to discover this big TH-cam family we are part of and I appreciate everyone in it so much.
Thanks very much and please take care,
Daz.
Hello Daz. Subbed to you seen you on likeabully live yesterday. Gardening helps me also keeps my mind off bad thing's. We're here for you bud.
G'day!
Great to see you and I have your channel open in another tab actually. I really want to look at that meet up video, so I will get to that soon I hope.
There's also one with what looks like a long green saw mill, that I will look at first as well.
Thanks very much for hitting that red button, but more importantly, thanks for your kind words.
I do appreciate it.
All the best,
Daz.
Always Daz. Take care see you on the next video have a great day
Daz..Yes you ARE brave saying this here..and it will help a lot of people by you being so honest ..You would be surprised how many people to differing degrees suffer from this.Gardening is such a great healer .Family and friends are important and you are blessed brother by starting a YT channel and having your wife and children there..A lot of us have found healing and true friendships by joining YT..You are one of those friends we’ve found .Take care we appreciate you too.Lynne and Wayne 👍🦘
G'day Lynne and Wayne.
You have made some very good points there and yes, I certainly have made new friends, such as yourselves and I truly appreciate it.
All the best you two,
Daz.
I appreciate this Daz. Understand 👍.
Bradley from central vic.
You got this, Daz! You're a great bloke with a great wife and kids and ppl love you and your vids, keep it up!👍🍻
G'day Roxy.
Thanks so much.
TH-cam can be a bit of a mask actually and not represent how the person really is behind the scenes.
I've been struggling a lot recently, but the support from people on TH-cam and reading comments like yours really do make me want to go on pushing myself to make a go of this and possibly help others along the way.
Thanks so much for your kind words and support. It does help and I appreciate it a lot.
All the best,
Daz.
Hey Daz!! not sure how YT thought I wouldn't notice they un-followed us from your channel but we are back in full support! have a great weekend my friend!
G'day guys.
Thanks so much. That is awesome.
YT is a strange beast, but I'm not trying to use it for the better, rather than just laying back and watching cat videos. 😜
All the best,
Daz.
I have Anxiety too! 🌺
G'day Barb.
I'm so sorry. It is not a fun thing to deal with.
I am certainly not the only one and there are many far worse off than me, but I hope this can helps someone out there and makes a difference.
All the best barb and take care,
Daz.
Hey, Daz! This is Paula, I battle with depression and obesity! The last 2 years have been the roughest! I don't want people on youtube to judge me because I'm so big! My daily walks are essential for my battle! Thanks for sharing! Randy and I both love your comments! I started our channel so I would have to get out of my pajamas and get back to living! Thanks for sharing!
I am self conscious as well too, but im hoping the vidoes will help me deal with that as well. It doesn't really matter what other people think, but its hard to not worry about it.
@@BramptonGardener Thank you Brampton! I think we are hardest on ourselves for sure!
G'day guys.
You are awesome Paula and I'm sorry you have had it rough.
I haven't missed a video since I first saw your channel and I comment as I genuinely enjoy your videos and you two (and Summer).
I did think about keeping myself off camera completely, but I have forced myself to be on camera and in thumbnails as a way of me getting out there.
I still don't leave the house, but I'm at least starting to have conversations with people via comments. Not great, but it's something.
@@BramptonGardener you are doing great. You come across very comfortable on camera so you are all good there. 😊
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen awww thank you so much!
Daz, I understand. I have been through trauma as well, and I know how difficult recovery is. I found your channel in the comments at Molly's channel (Minnie Acres Farm.) I too garden for therapy, the sense of accomplishment, etc. I too am an "older than middle-aged" TH-cam creator with 7 kids (2 still living at home.) We have some things in common...so I subscribed. Have a wonderful day! :)
G'day there.
Thanks so much for joining me here and yes, it does sound like we have a bit in common. 😊
Oh, Molly... She's fantastic and makes me laugh. So glad I found her.
I'm sorry you have had to deal with trauma and I hope you are doing a lot better now.
Thanks for your kind words,
Daz.
The struggle is very real Daz with many people who try to cover it up or knock it off and later regret it. You are doing exactly what you need to do by getting the help you need. You are doing yourself and you family a great thing by trying to get better. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless you sir.
G'day.
Yes, my worst mistake was trying to cover it up and not get help.
That came to a point that I never want to see myself or my family go through again.
I still have a long way to go, but I really do have to credit yourself and everyone else for accepting me, as it has started to change me for the better and it has been a very long time since I felt happy and had an interest in what other people are doing.
Thanks so much,
Daz.
Hello Daz, I’ve watched this particular video 2 times because the
Weight of it is powerful. Your honest message has helped so many, You are an inspiration to me.
You messages, art, photography gardening are a big boost to all who will listen. You didn’t ramble, you spoke truth. God bless you my friend. ❤️👍❤️
G'day Granny Moreno.
Wow, that is incredibly nice. Thank you.
It's hard being the happy person everyone sees on TH-cam, then me here at home sometimes.
Thankfully, I have met people such as yourself, who actually make me smile and feel good about life and I can't thank you enough for that.
I have said to quite a few people now, that I would never have imagined just how helpful TH-cam has been. Incredible!
Thanks so much and please take care,
Daz.
I just want to encourage you. You are doing such an amazing job Daz. You're encouraging & teaching others. You have a massive heart. I also am working through depression & other issues, but You're a massive inspiration. You have friends, it's the only point I scrunched up my nose at, when I was watching. I only have to look at the rallying support for you in the comments section. These people & myself will instantly call you friend & neighbour, even if there's a few clicks between our fence posts. Bless you!
G'day Christine.
You are so right about the friends part, but I must say that I did not expect the amount of comments and the overwhelming positivity of them.
I still can't deal with talking to people in person or even on the phone, but I'm really making an effort here online to get more comfortable with people.
My goal is to go live and talk online in real time.
I'm sorry you have your own struggles and thankyou for sharing that with me. You clearly did not have to.
Thanks so much for your kind words Christine and you please take care,
Daz.
Well with you lot inspiring me, you never know, I might just walk in your shoes & have a channel of my own one day xo
@@adornAUS I'll be keeping an eye out.
I'll be straight up and tell you that I do find it scary.
I can pretend and say it's easy, but it takes me a few days to pluck up the courage to do something on camera and so many different attempts to look confident in the video.
Sometimes, it just sits there for many days and I just can't deal with it.
I have some videos from months ago, doing nothing unedited on my hard drive.
Now having said that, it is satisfying when I finally get one completed and it makes my day if someone comments.
It's a real up and down thing, but hopefully it's helping me and others too at the end of the day.
You take care and let me know if you do start a channel.
Daz.
Thanks for the heads up. I hadn't thought of the mental side of taking a video. I'm still stuck in the "I literally have nothing to show" side of the picture, as I've only just moved into our home & have a handful of pots doing something. But I'm watching & learning regardless.
@@adornAUS a video on your pots would be interesting and you can talk about your plans too.
If you do plan to add to it soon, you'll be able to do video updates on those...
No pressure though and all in good time.
Take care Christine,
Daz.
Your “difficult” conversation makes perfect sense to me. Thank you.. so nice to see that I am not alone.
G'day Candace.
No, you are definitely not alone and I am so sorry you have your own struggles.
I think it is almost a year since I made this video and the support and friendship I have experienced since has been incredible.
I wish you well Candace and you are always very welcome to join us when I go live and we occasionally discuss mental health.
All the best and take care Candace.
Daz.
This video was great. I think you did a great job. This resonates with us more then you know. Keep it up and enjoy the garden. I'm really glad to have your channel now. Unfortunately TH-cam loves to play with numbers we lost 38 yesterday but that's all part of it. Your doing great and I think your channel will be big. Even old guys Twitch stream...at least this old guy does...lol It would be cool to see a slide show of your photos.
G'day guys.
Thanks very much for your kind words.
It was hard to do and I put it off a few times, but hopefully it helps someone out there to get out and do something and possibly find friends via TH-cam.
Thanks again and all the best,
Daz.
Hi Daz,. Im hurting from the same Anxiety, agoraphobia, PTSD... I had a great career job i absolutely loved for 20yrs.. i messed up mate, i foolishly quit.. and regretted it SO much.. I couldn't return to my workplace and job. It destroyed me. I can't believe what ive done. I fell into horrible depression. Unable to do anything, or go anywhere. Lost all interest in everything else i once enjoyed. The ruminating. I lost my wife, and my home.. lost my possessions, had to sell everything.. i have nothing but the park, bench,..and my destructive thoughts...
G'day mate.
I'm so sorry you have been going through all of that. I must say that I'm touched that you have shared this with me and I would imagine that it was not easy to share with a stranger.
That is some pretty hard stuff to deal with and I'm sure it would affect anyone quite dramatically.
Have you talked to a medical professional about it? I'm not asking that like it's some generic BS that people can give you. It's a serious question as I was so far gone at one point, that things were not looking good at all, but I very reluctantly reached out to a new doctor for help and wow, she did not cure me of all the things I was and still am feeling, but she sent me on a path that is a very long one, but it's more positive than negative.
Keeping it all to myself and not doing anything was a bad idea.
It's easy for me to say what I have, but mate please... There are definitely better times ahead for you and you can start to manage them better with a little help.
I'm sitting here 6 years after I felt like I really broke for good and still cannot leave my house and I have to have someone be with me if I go into the front yard to mow the lawn for instance. It's taking forever to get on top of all this stuff mate, but there are small things that give me hope of getting better.
Please let me know that you have read this, even if you just reply with a full stop, if you don't feel like talking, well typing I guess I should say.
I have an email address linked to this channel and you are absolutely welcome to email me to ask questions or just get something off your chest.
I talk to people hurting from mental illness via email weekly now and although I don't talk to people in person, it's great to talk via email and know that others hurt too and we can all help in our own ways.
Thanks for watching and reaching out mate.
If you don't reply or email, please know that I honestly do wish you all the very best and I want you to know that people do care and can definitely help you.
Sorry if I have made this too long and you hang in there mate. You can definitely turn things around over time.
Please take care.
Daz.
@MyAussieGardenKitchen Hey Daz,.. you're awesome mate. 🫶
I read your reply a couple times. I really appreciate you're kindness and encouraging help.
I really liked you video.. I felt like i could tell you what I was going through... I know you can understand that's why..🤙
I didn't say the other tragedies that happened around the same time... I appreciate you allowing me to send you an email. I will explain more, and tell you what ive tried.
I live on Oahu. I've had many Aussie surfing friends I've met through the decades. Cheers made 🤙✨️🌿
Well said Daz and your videos are helping so many. Much appreciation and thanks. 💯❤👍
G'day.
The plan from the start was to hopefully show someone out there that they can get outside and focus on something in the garden and keep their mind off other things.
I am in no way better and still cannot leave the house or meet people face to face, but 6 months down the track and I am now chatting to people via the computer and have many friends online, which is a huge step for me.
Reaching the 1k mark was never part of my original plan and it just was not realistic to even consider it.
Now that have though, I really do hope that I can make a positive impression on people out there and possibly help others somehow.
Thanks so much,
Daz.
I hear you! Blessings to you and your family, I love all the videos and you Daz. You’re real matey, I like that. 💙
G'day.
That is so nice of you. Thanks!
I just replied to someone else and was saying how amazed I am at the amount of people who commented and had such positive things to say.
I really do appreciate it.
Thanks so much and all the best,
Daz.
Garden and in the woods :)
Grocery store no but i need to get what i need or i wouldn't i have control issues and dont want others picking out what i want when i dont know what i want
Tobloodymatos, that’s what I grow and thanks for the idea of dehydrating them.
I first found you as I was looking for relish.
Yep I have mental problems also and have to keep up the medication and counseling which help though you really struck a chord with no friends or being able to communicate. I can just take a day at a time
I did mean to say thanks and I am appreciate what you have put here.
Also in Northern Vic
G'day Bill.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to get in touch mate.
I'm really sorry you are having to deal with issues of your own. Hopefully the medication and counseling is helping. I'm really glad you are seeking help, as a lot of people don't.
Communication is hard for me and looking at a blank lens and talking or typing here in silence is about all I can still do. Using the phone or talking in person is still a step away for me.
Good to hear from a fellow Aussie and how about this Summer we are having in our region!
Our garage has been flooded out 3 times since Christmas day.
I hope you have a go at the relish mate and I'm looking forward to dehydrating more tomatoes this season.
All the very best and feel free to replay, email any time.
Daz.
I went over a year without leaving my house & property & only left for a medical appt. My fear took over so bad, I knew if I didn’t do something, I’d end up taking my life. Youtubing has really helped my anxiety. It’ll never go away fully, but it broke me out of my shell.
Wow, I would not know from seeing you online.
You were awesome at the big meet. I know you said you were anxious, but to me, you looked like you were loving it and you were fine.
You all see me chatting or me doing whatever in my videos, so I think this may have surprised a few people.
There's no way in hell I would be doing this a year ago.
I still can't leave the house, but this is a start I guess.
We all joke about me not sleeping, but the real reason I stay up late is that I put off going to bed because of the constant nightmares.
Some days I wake up defeated as it's like I actually just lived the nightmare in real life.
Anyway...
You look after yourself and thanks so much for being who you are.
I feel really good when I'm with you guys, Adam, Josh and the other regulars.
Take care,
Daz.
Thank you for sharing your story. I know it was hard. We are here for you. Keep growing and getting stronger.
G'day.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it.
All the best,
Daz.😊
Daz, great video not rambling. Relevant topic that more of us should be concerned and aware about. Never be embarrassed. Love your videos. ~ Ryan @yogihollowfarm
G'day Ryan.
Thanks very much for that mate.
I missed out on seeing you today, but I'll be back next week, so I'll hopefully see you then.
All the best,
Daz.
Daz you are so brave! I have to be honest I've missed out on alot do to my anxiety panic disorder. I have alot of regrets but the trauma took over 💔 I made my garden my very own oasis. I don't travel I go to the stores and back home. I stopped driving so now I have to be dependent someone one else to take me to the store and I cant stand it because I've always been so independent but stuff happens.. My gardening is very therapeutic for me . When I have an attack I realized talking to someone on the phone etc helps big time. One day at a time you are doing such a great job and I can completely understand. You have a friend for life with me and I am so glad I met you 💛 Stay strong and continue to make strides in doing what you love 💘 Sincerly Melody
G'day Melody.
It's been great getting to chat with you and following your awesome progression with your garden. There's no way I would have gone out and done it in person in the last few years and I still could not now (forgetting for a moment that we are in different countries).
I'm sorry you have the issues of your own and it can't be good with that other issue over the fence.
I'm glad I was there the other day, along with some of your other friends to support you.
Thanks so much for your kind words Melody.
You are doing great over there and you should be proud.
Thanks for your friendship,
Daz.
That's why I always tell my friends that gardening has healing power. Daz, stay strong and just keep on having fun in the garden. We are your friends and we talk through our content 👍
G'day Julie.
My days are better with your videos in them.
You are an absolute joy and you are definitely my friend.
All the best,
Daz.
Stay strong with yourself and your TH-cam family is here for you 🙏🏻🤟🏻
G'day.
Thanks for that.
Yes, it has been amazing as to how many nice and supportive people I have met via TH-cam.
It is not something I would have ever considered.
Thanks and take care,
Daz.
G'day Daz, good on you mate. Life is full of ups and downs. Looks like your busting through brother with the channel and life in general. When I was really ill with Dystonia brought on by trauma it was tough. So I know how you feel. You did well getting this out and sharing it with us all. Keep on, rocking mate.😀
G'day Marty.
It's funny that you commented on this as your channel is one that I would sit and watch when I did nothing at all and felt like I had no hope.
It was yourself and a couple of others who inspired me to get out there eventually and have a bit of a play.
I try to project positivity and encourage people in my videos, comments and live chats, but I still struggle here. Quite a bit...
This is helping though. For sure and I appreciate all the comments, subscriptions and actual friendships I am making.
I had no idea this could be achieved via TH-cam of all places.
I'm so sorry you have had you struggles mate.
Thanks very much for your encouragement and kinds words here and on other videos.
You really did make my day... or weekend, I should say.
All the best mate,
Daz.
You are amazing Daz!
G'day Lisa.
Thanks very much for that.
It's a battle every day, but one I really want to win and this TH-cam experience has been a very positive thing in recovery and I'm just amazed at how many people such as yourself have been so supportive and made a difference.
Thanks Lisa.
I really do appreciate it.
Take care,
Daz.
I'm watching this video for the first time. I am so humbled that you shared your story. You really are, and have, helped a lot of people Daz. I'm glad you decided to do TH-cam. You've taught me a lot about cooking (which is why I was going back through your videoes). But You also remind me that life keeps going. And I appreciate that. So thank you.
Well done mate
Talking about things like this an honest and open way is very important. Especially for men, especially for people in rural areas.
Glad to have stumbled onto your channel
G'day James.
Wow, thanks so much mate.
It was incredibly hard to do and I hope it helps someone who sees this.
I still have trouble on the phone and I don't leave my house, but since starting this TH-cam journey, I am chatting with people online, and appearing on camera, which is a massive step for me.
It's still hard and I put it off some days, but it is still a step in the right direction.
Thanks very much for taking the time to comment with your kind words James. I really do appreciate it.
All the best mate,
Daz.
Daz, we are the same person. I also suffer from all of the above!! TH-cam has helped me so much! I love being able to meet new people and not leave my house, I even stalk videos to make sure I will get along with them before I commit to a friendship! Daz you are not alone, I am glad that you have your wife and kids to push you to get better, I know that feeling, I know what it's like to wish you weren't around and thinking that their life would be better without you. I cam to realize that is selfish for me to think like that. I have those days where I don't want to get out of bed but I push through. You mentioned birds, that is in my top 5 things I do that I love and helps my mental health. The sense of calm and peace that the birds and their calls bring me is so amazing for my mental health. Daz I am so glad you came into my live that night!! I don't know where you found me but I am glad you did!!! :) You said thanks for still watching, well you're welcome. If you don't garden just get outside and walk around brefoot, ground yourself with this beautiful earth that we live on
G'day Krissy.
I honestly cannot remember how I first came across your channel, but I'm glad I did.
You crack me up and you have a wicked sense of humour.
Oh, you actually know what you are talking about in your videos, which is a good thing. 😋
That live lunch of your was great fun.
My nickname for is Home Fries, thanks to that lunch.😁
Seriously though, I'm sorry you have your own struggles. It's not fun.
It's strange how it works, as you come across as the the funniest, care free person in the world, without a problem in the world (recent loss the exception of course) and I would not pick you as having personal struggles of your own.
I'm rambling, aren't I...
Thanks for being you and for being in my world now. You are a perfect example of what I was saying about beginning to form new friendships, the fun banter etc...
I'd love to see some of your photos.
Take care Home Fries!
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Well I'm glad you found my channel too!!! I forgot all about the damn home fries, haha!! I am pretty good at dealing with my struggles so they don't show. I have learned that even if it is 5 minutes, you must take time for yourself, you deserve it. I'm happy to be in your world now, I love all my new Australian friends! Too bad you are all so far away!!! Are you in the small youtube homesteaders group on FB? Or FB at all? Find me on there!!! Have a good day Daz!!
@@AlongTheRiverHomestead No, I don't do the socials. Might have to look at something.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen that's a bummer!!!!
I’m still watching❤️ And I ramble too! I enjoy listening to you!
I used up all my reply in the other reply. 😋
Bless you Daz, I know all too well your issues and let me tell you that the garden is a great healer. You are doing so well and it is just baby steps and day by day. Each day is a new day and a step forward. You are brave, strong and your story will help and encourage others. I am praying for you brother, you are awesome and loved xx Cathi xx
G'day Cathi.
Thanks so much.
Yes, I really hope that now I have gone and done this, that someone will watch and will be encouraged to get out and find joy in gardening and possibly make friends via TH-cam too.
I was watching your videos waaaaay before I created this channel and began chatting with you via comments here. I admire you a lot and it means a lot when you comment on my videos.
You are a wonderful person Cathi and I am so glad we can now follow each other and comment here.
Thanks and all the best,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen thank you Daz xx Cathi xx
Hi Daz, It takes a lot to talk about Mental Health etc. Hubby has PTSD and gardening has helped him too. Blessings to you and your family.
G'day Faery Dragon.
Oh I am so sorry he has had to deal with PTSD. It is a horrible thing to live with.
That is great news about gardening helping him too. So happy to read that.
It was so hard to make that video and it took me years to admit that I had a problem and to agree that it is a real illness.
TH-cam can be a bit of a mask and I still struggle a lot, but I am working on getting better and can't wait for a time where I can leave the house again and go to a concert or go to a movie with the family. Heck, just going to the shops again would be awesome.
Thanks very much and all the best to your husband.
Take care.
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Hi Daz, Thank you it was good for hubby to realise that he is not the only one, it took a really bad episode for him to realise his problem but with a good plan, he is getting better, He is know as Mr Stache on the videos. I hope soon you will be able to go out with your family. Take care Faerydragon and the Stache
Big hugs Daz. I had a traumatic event years ago that I now suffer PTSD from. It is not easy to deal with the ramifications from that, and still have to continue living as if normal. My heart goes out to you and thank you so so much for sharing. REALLY appreciate your honesty
G'day.
I'm really sorry you have had to deal with that.
This was so hard to do and I just hope it helps someone.
I'm stunned at how many of you awesome people replied and how positive the comments are.
Thanks so much. It's amazing.
Please take care,
Daz.
Hi Daz,
Thank you for sharing my friend.We are here to support you I just star following your channel,and learning a lot from you just keep sending those videos. I’m new with this TH-cam thing too sometimes I loosed S too,I’m not sure how it works but I think you do Short videos like tik tok some like TH-cam is enough for me.Take care yourself and God bless you.
G'day mate.
Thanks very much for your kind words and please keep on making your videos too mate.
All the best,
Daz.
i have similar problems , i dont have a garden but i have a work shop that does the same thing for me. stay yourself Daz stay honest
G'day mate.
Sorry you have to deal with stuff too. It's not fun.
Glad you can use the work shop in the way I use the garden. It helps.
Look after yourself and all the best.
Daz.
Aw, Mr Daz... we will be praying for you but truly you are brave for even making this video. You have an amazing family, support system. Not rambling... you are okey. We have a new found respect for you. Much love!
G'day.
Thanks very much for these kind words.
I have found a lot of happiness in meeting you ladies and all the other wonderful people in this community we are part of.
Thanks very much for your support and keep on doing what you are doing if it continues to be fun. You are all so clever.
Take care,
Daz.
Daz! Believe it or not...I also have social anxiety and depression and a panic disorder. It's hard to understand if you have never experienced it. I'm so glad we found each other ❤ I'm always here for you my friend ❤
Part of the reason I prefer to shop around back if you know what I mean! I don't have to worry about having a panic attack and leaving my full cart in the check out line!
G'day Moe.
Wow, I would not have picked that as you are so happy and cheerful all the time in your videos and you really get out there and find so many interesting things and look so confident in doing so.
I'm sorry you have your own struggles and yes, I'm glad we found each other. My day would not be the same without one of your adventures.
Oh, that truck! 😁 Too funny!
All the best Moe,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen I love that garbage truck! I take meds that help me. ❤
Oh Daz! You already know that you're one of my favorite ppl in this TH-cam world! You are not alone! Stay strong my friend 😊💚🌿
G'day Kee kee.
And you are one of mine. 👍 When I talk about the fun comments and banter, you come to mind straight away.
Thanks for making my TH-cam time fun Kee Kee and keep on being you.
Take care,
Daz.
Hi Daz just going over your old videos and came across this video. Thank you ….. I also suffer from anxiety and depression and your video really did help me, it was one of those days for me today. I wonder if you realise just how many you help and how brave I think you are. You have inspired me to start potting plants. Thank you 😊 just wanted you to know you are appreciated thumbs up 👍
G'day Karen.
Oh my gosh! Thanks so much for your kind words.
I can still remember how hard that was to do and how much I put it off.
I'm so sorry that you have your own struggles and to today was not the best.
I spent much of the day in bed today as I also had a bit of a bad one and I'm now here at 11pm and trying to salvage something from the day. 🤦♂️
That's great about he potted plants Karen. I hope you find some joy in caring for them and talk to them. YES! I did type that. Seriously!
I have read in the past that they actually respond positively to being spoken to and I do it and it's a bit of a release for me too.
OK, now you think I'm strange, right! 😜
Seriously though Karen.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this comment on my video as it has really made my day.
Please take care and enjoy the potted plants!
All the very best.
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen the cats will be happy I am talking to the plants, they will not have to listen you take care and again 😊 thank you
Holy cow! You’re at 203 subs now! Literally double what you were when you made this video.
I started gardening for many of the same reasons as you. A few years ago I backed way off on it because we had a hurricane in July which destroyed a lot of my work. I just never was able to get my momentum back. I keep up with a few things that I don’t want to lose but that’s about it. I keep thinking I’ll go back out and start working like before. One day I will, God willing.
Looking forward to hearing more about you and your hobbies and family.
G'day.
I'm so sorry that you had your own struggles and it's great to hear that you were able to get into the garden and find some happiness.
That is so sad about the hurricane. I'm so sorry you lost all that hard work. It must have been heart breaking.
Can you possibly do some container gardening and if you know very bad weather is coming, you can move them to a better and hopefully safe spot?
This is one thing I love about grow bags, especially as they have handle so you can pick them up or drag them.
Good luck and let me know if you do get into the swing of things again.
All the best,
Daz.
Daz, Darling...not only did I watch your video until the end, but it brought a tear to my eyes seeing how much we have in common and knowing some of the pain you're dealing with daily. I know I've explained some of my issues due to a car wreck that I survived 10 years ago. I can't believe it's been 10 years almost to the day, (Sept 22nd) and it's still affecting me both mentally and physically in everything that I do (and causes me not to do) so I get it, and I get you! You are an inspiration to us all, whether we have issues or not, you inspire us to get off our butts, put our 'big girl panties on' and face the world even if we're wanting to hide from the world. And your kindness and kind words almost always bring me to tears when I hear them. You are so important to some of us that words cannot even start to explain it.... I love you Daz, and I love what you do. And my hat goes off to you for doing it. And I salute 'Mrs. Daz' for what she does. They do say that behind every great Man, there is a greater Woman, so there ya go! Have a good day Daz. ::::::::wiping away a tear in Texas ::::: (((((hugs)))))
G’day Daz
Thank you so much for sharing. This was very brave. I identify with a lot of what you’ve said. And one day (only when you’re good and ready!) I can’t wait to see those olive trees.
With love & support,
Leighton
G'day Leighton.
Thanks very much and I'm sorry that you can identify with some of this.
I'm getting more confident appearing on TH-cam, but still can't get out the front door, which is so frustrating.
Thanks very much for your kind words and support.
It due to people such as yourself, that I have gained confidence and made it this far with TH-cam at least.
It's not getting out of the house, but I do feel it is a step forward.
Take care,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen All progress is good mate, you’ll get there when you’re ready
Good onya Dazman!! I'm in a similar situation mate currently in the process of moving down to the Bass Coast to start a 1/2 acre homestead (plus the boat for the snappers!!) and rebuild my life after a lot of trauma and anxiety in the last 10 years. Hopefully the ocean and the homestead will give me purpose and help me feed and nourish my family.
It's a daily battle fighting the black dog everyday It's not easy but life is always going to get better when we keep at it and be happy that we gave it our best.
Keep plugging on mate your channel is grouse as.
G'day Troy.
I'm so sorry you have had to go through your own struggles mate and I hope your move puts you on the path to better days ahead.
Please get in touch and let me know how you are getting on if you don't mind.
I'm keen to know more if you are willing to share and please feel free to get in touch any time.
All the very best to you Troy and thanks very much for taking the time to leave such an awesome comment.
Take care.
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen no problems mate it's great to see blokes out there talking about their struggles and passing on skills to each other.
got your back m8! i have suffered from mental health problems, as well, anxiety , doubt and depression, all the anger and confusion that comes with it, i dont know what to say, sometimes my mind just goes at a million miles a hour.
its good to see you talking about it, there is still a big stigma about mental health, well actually takes a better person to admit when they have a problem and take control of it.
so your doing great!!!
keep posting the videos
G'day William.
Thanks so much for those kind and very wise words.
I was so close to not doing this and now that I have, I really want it to help someone else get outside and find joy in the garden and possibly make friends via this online community.
I'm sorry you have had your struggles and please take care,
Daz.😊
Thanks for sharing the issues that you deal with. You never know who could be hearing this and the help it could be giving to others. YT is great for helping people get outside their boxes. I myself deal with fairly bad social anxiety and it has helped me tremendously. 👍
G'day mate.
Yes, I really hope it encourages someone to get out there and feel good or even make new friendships.
I would never have thought in a million years that I would be making friends via TH-cam, but it's happening. Crazy.
I struggle to chat in the Lives and sometimes I just don't want to be there in chat, but I'm really trying.
All the best mate,
Daz.
Hey Daz. Thanks for sharing and I always love the videos you put out. I’m basically a shy person and self conscious. Most of my conversations are with family and lots of animals. I surprised myself when I started my channel 7 months ago. Never thought anyone would be interested in what happens on our small farm. I saw you test live and your photos are awesome! 🥰
G'day.
You seem so comfortable and very natural and very real when you are in your videos. I really like that and good on you.
I still have a bunch of your videos to watch and off the top of my head there are tomato videos and I think it's an Elderberry video that I really want to see as well.
I still do not have an elderberry here. I need to fix that real soon.
Yes, I saw you commenting and thanks. That was only meant to be a 5 minute test, not a 3 hour stream.
I really did enjoy my photography and hope I can get the passion back for it one day.
Thanks and take care,
Daz.
Congrats on the 100 subs, subs come and go don't pay too much attention to it though it can do your head in... I think you will find more people than you think suffer from Depression and other mental illness...
Daz, you're a great guy and I love all the information you have shared in your videos. I can relate to what you are going through, I have my own issues such as Panic attacks; GAD; MDD; PTSD and that is just mentally, also have physical issues as well. I started gardening 3 yrs ago in hopes to have a life outside of my bedroom. I've been fortunate enough to have been able to visit family in other states twice this past year even though I actually went from starring at my 4 walls to their 4 walls but hey I left my comfort zone. Truth is the only places I go is to the doctors otherwise I hibernate in my home and backyard, my happy place. One day at a time Daz! We will figure this out. God bless you and your family!! I'm here if you ever want to talk! Take care!!
Thanks, that is so nice of you.
I'm sorry to read of your issues and I'm glad you have your happy place.
That part of your garden with the arch is so nice. I really like your garden and for you to live there and experience it in person, it must be nice. 💚
Thanks so much for your kind words and you please take care too.
All the best,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen God bless
You're so brave! I agree sometimes its easier dealing with issues when you share about them, it takes a bit of a weight off.
I think sometimes part of the issue is what other people will think of our issues, and we can build up this huge paranoia, thinking no one will like us, or respect us or they'll be disgusted if they knew what we are going through.
But I've found more often then not, people don't feel that way, don't judge us as we're afraid to be judged. Theyre usually more generous then we give them credit for. So being outspoken about issues can take away a bit of that fear.
Keep sharing, keep posting, keep being you. You are healing, and strong and brave. I admire you for doing this.
G'day.
Wow, that is so well said and you are so right. 😊
I tried doing this a few times over a couple of weeks and always backed out, thinking about what others will think.
In the end, I went out there yesterday and just went for it. I was a bit all over the place, but I really hope it inspires someone struggling to get out and feel good in the garden and to find friendships with this format.
Thanks so much for your wise words,
Daz.😊
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen glad to see its helped! Hugs! We've all gone through some bs in our lives, and are doing our best to cope. I've found putting things out there, and talking about them rather then internalizing, is much healthier for me, mentally and physically!
Thank you, Daz for sharing a part of you that a lot of people do not understand. That took a lot of courage. I have dealt with depression, anxiety, panic attacks since I was a teenager. I posted my ramblings I think it was yesterday.
Thank you for sharing! Hugs and love to you and your family. ❤️✝🤗 Have a beautiful and blessed week. God Bless ❤️✝🤗
G'day Cynthia.
I'm sorry you have had your own struggles to deal with. As I said to some others here, it is not fun and I'm sorry.
Hopefully someone has watched this or will in the future and they will be inspired to give gardening a try and find some joy, or they find others here on TH-cam who makes them smile and gives them support.
All the best to you Cynthia and thanks again,
Daz. 😊
I have mental illnesses too. I've experienced agoraphobia too. I had to force myself to get a job and it helps me get out and want to get out. I take ashwagandha and holy basil now for my depression and anxiety. Gardening is also a fantastic therapy
G'day Mickenzie.
I'm sorry. It's not a pleasant experience.
You are so cheery and an inspiration to many with your videos, comments and presence in live chats and you have connected with the community so well.
Good on you. It's great to see.
The gardening definitely helps.
Just wish I could actually go out like I used to. Anyway....
Thanks for being you. I'm glad we connected via TH-cam and please don't forget us small guys when you have your huge channel and following. 😁
Look after yourself,
Daz.
You have a bro over here my friend. The courage you have exhibited is incredible. Appreciate you brotha Daz.
G'day mate.
Thanks very much for your kind words.
I'm glad we can follow each other's progress and communicate this way.
All the best,
Daz. 😊
Thank you so much for sharing and giving me hope! I also have anxiety depression PTSD and agraphobia with two young boys and 3rd on the way. My family gives me life and hope and the garden was helping until during my first trimester I struggled a lot to get out in the garden again and now my neighbours complain in looks messy. My partner does his best to make sure it doesn't go into their front or back garden but it triggers my agraphobia so badly I feel so scared to go out gardening even though I enjoyed it a lot. Sorry for the long comment but thank you for your channel I'm trying to find the mental energy to go back out there again and your videos help
G'day.
I am so sorry you are struggling too. You are certainly not the only one and you are not alone. 💚
Oh the garden. Yes I can absolutely relate as I am very conscious of how my front and back yards do not look as good as they should when all the people around me ( who are mostly retired) spend a lot of time maintaining beautiful yards.
May backyard is my sanctuary and I do my best to use it like therapy and to keep my mind on nice things, but they people next door can see me and it's hard to go out and keep up with it.
I actually have plants places strategically to block some of the views in.
As far as the front yard goes, I have to take my son out with me as I cannot go out there by myself. 🤦♂️ Even with him beside me, I still spend a lot of time looking around to see if anyone can see me.
The front yard is the hardest to keep on top of.
Now, congratulations on your 3rd child. We have 6 and the kids are a great reason to push on and manage as best we can.
If you ever want to email me or message me on Instagram, please feel free. I'm not trained in any way at all, but I'm happy to listen and discuss.
Wow, my message is so long, so you have nothing to worry about there. 😁
You please take care and try as best you can.
Good luck with child #3 too!
Daz.
Stay strong and god bless you friend
G'day.
Thanks very much for your kind words.
I really do appreciate it. 😊
All the best,
Daz.
Good morning from South Carolina Dez! One day at a time - enjoy life as you live it! I too suffer from depression, I believe everyone does in one way or another, but you are correct! Getting out and doing things in the fresh air, whether it be vegetable gardening, flower or herb gardening or enjoying the farm life, takes you away from the triggers of depression! I was told by someone “Tomorrow will not always be like today “ , focus on the good and hang in there! Thank you for sharing- we got you! 🤗🌻🐝🐥🐇🦃🥚
G'day!
That is awesome. Very well said and thanks so much.
You take care,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen keep doing your videos and I will keep watching! 🤗
@@DoubleDChicksNStuffHomestead , stop or you are going to make me blush. 😊
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen Lol!
Thank you Daz for your honesty and transparency. As a fello PTSD and Anxiety sufferer from severe trauma in 2011, it does get better. You have friends and we are here for you buddy. And you are so right, getting outside and changing focus helps so much. Got your back friend, hang in there. You are doing great 👍 😊😊
Thanks very much. That was very nice of you.
I'm sorry you have had to deal with your own trauma.
I still have a way to go yet, but the gardening out the back away from everyone is helping and chatting with people in comments and making videos is a total surprise to me that I am doing it and I am enjoying it.
I feel really good about this TH-cam journey I started and it would be great if I could actually get out and meet some of you.
I've been to the USA 6 times for instance and would love to be able to get out and do it again one day.
Thanks so much for your kind words,
Daz. 😊
Gardening is so therapeutic. I struggle with depression and anxiety also. I feel ya. It sucks. The gardening community on here is so wonderful too I’ve made some great youtube friends too.
G'day.
I'm sorry you have your own struggles and yes, it sucks.
A lot of people do not understand and there is still a bit of a stigma, but wow, I have met so many supportive people in this community. 😊
Thanks so much for your kind words,
Daz.
Well done Daz. A most difficult topic to discuss, and one so many do not understand. My garden and this channel are my therapy and my way to get out of my own head once in a while. Depression and anxiety are hard to live with and I commend you on sharing your heartfelt story. ♥♥♥
Thanks so much Lorrie.
I put it off a few times and finally did it as not only do I want people to understand who I am and why I do this, but I hope someone can are it and find joy in the garden, or make new friends.
All the best,
Daz.
I can totally relate to what you are saying been there too
G'day Mary.
I'm sorry you have had your own struggles.
I hope someone sees this and it helps them.
TH-cam has been a very good thing for me and I'm very grateful to everyone for their support.
Take care,
Daz.
You are awesome Daz! I have found you to be a huge encouragement to me and to many others I am sure!! Keep doing what you’re doing!! 😊👍❤️
G'day.
Thanks very much.
I had absolutely no idea back then, that I would be over the 1k mark in 6 months and appearing on the camera live occasionally.
I just hope that now I have connected with so many people, that I can send a positive message and actually do some good for others.
Thanks so much,
Daz.
@@MyAussieGardenKitchen you are! 😊👍❤️