Keep doing what you do Nick, after a weekend with you I first reduced my working week to 4 days from 5 and eventually left that job I hated to become an apprentice bushcraft instructor. Your woodland warrior programme helped me massively, more than I can ever explain.
Great to see you back on you tube. The value of spending time in the forest shouldn’t be underestimated, it’s been my go to reset and recover for many years and still is. Keep doing what your doing you are valued and make a difference. My copy of your book is in the post and I look forward to battling my dyslexia through to the last page.
I followed Nick on TH-cam for a long time. Fantastic knowledge, I remember seeing the old channel all starting with x royal marine , but for me , I always wanted to see Nick now and how he grows, this year I’ve seen positive changes to how he presents himself, a true gentleman and for sure one day I would like to shake his hand.
Found your channel from others covering similar survival and outdoor pursuits, but stayed to listen..... There are a multitude of truths in your message and very often none of them are an easy pill to swallow. I'm closing on 60 really fast. My own journey has had some sweet moments and some truly dark ones too. I joined HM forces early. The 'Rambo-esq' story was prevalent.... ha... even before Rambo lol. Service life was 80% training, 15% party and 5% waiting for the call..... ANY service (civilian agencies too) person will have seen and done something that society doesn't want to talk about.... and many friends/family that try to listen fail to grasp the nuanced plea for help. And We as the 'Proud', Outwardly Confident (sometimes arrogant) and 'Hero' fail to pass the message clearly. We see it as a sign of failure, weakness or some other negative thing. For me, depression, addiction, frustration and self destruction have been constant bed fellows. I'm in a much better place now because I've somehow managed to have the right people in the right places. Some I found through 'help agencies', some I found through common threads and some I found by accident. I would like to stress that while losing one's self confidence and discipline, or, perhaps it's better to say, putting them away for a while while you get help and support, it's vital that we rebuild those traits back (as much as is possible). As my old RSM used to say "Stand on your own two feet not mine". We ALL need support from time to time, and, even if you don't want to appeal directly, go join a group or an activity where that support can seep into your soul by helping others. God bless all here
I have been a long time follower and supporter Nick. From early HVB to now. You are an inspiration to us all, from one vet to another, thank you for your service. Also thank you for all you do working to help all those with Mental Health issues. Sir, you are a legend. Per Mare Per Terram
Hi Nick. I'll certainly be buying you book today buddy. I didn't really think about it but I had a 10yr stint in the emergency services and had my share of experiences. I totally get the dark humour aspect. An acquired taste and not one for more therapeutic job roles which I soon discovered! 😂 It's amazing the humans capacity to heal and with folks such as yourself out there you're making the world a better place. Much respect buddy.
Very cool hearing your life story and getting to know the guy behind the bushcraft camera. You have lots of experiences and it comes to me as advice for life. Good on you!! Glad I’m along for the ride!😊
Hey Nick, really glad you came back to the you tube world. It's been a minute since your HVB Vids really looking forward to see what content you will be showing moving forward
Unbelievably powerful and meaningful words that so many need to hear. Been 6 months since I had any real outside time, currently stuck in that black coffee working online the moment I wake up cycle... need to break that.
Good on Ya mate, great respect. I tried for the U.S. Marines, but mt body could not take the load and did not get through basic. God Bless and God Bless the Sheep Dogs!
I’ll be signing up for an adventure with you after the next couple surgeries, my big big bro is a paramedic (I see his need for your instruction as much as I’d need it) not there yet but will be! Curtis will be great at pulling us all through x So proud of you!!!
These are powerful words. I had my own moment 4 years or so ago. Not from service but in a high pressure role. I have grown since then and am back fully in control. But I know how my mental attitude changes on a weekly basis. I have the strategies that help me stay on the right but narrow path. Thanks Nick for the help you give others.
Incredibly thought provoking words for Me the none combatant. It's easy to forget the security provided by British armed forces, and the price many soldiers pay. Having had scoliosis as a child, and rheumatoid conditions in my teens left me feeling beyond low, feeling inferior. Yet discovering the outdoors, gaining my ML certification both summer and winter skills, gave me the kick up the arse I needed to feel positive about Me and other people. I'm really looking forward to your book which I've pre-ordered.
@@NickGoldsmith776 after the US post office losing my copy I just got the replacement copy of your book today and just paging thru it, you put together something really good. Cheers Mate!
Once again a powerful message. Currently on my own personal journey as I my past has taken its toll. I'm climbing bit by bit one step at a time. Keep inspiring people as you did and keep doing it. Can't wait until I can order your book in the Netherlands.
Hi 👋 The book is out on 2nd March , I am not selling it directly . Welbeck publishing are producing it and it should be stocked in most good book stores .
@@NickGoldsmith776 Thanks for the reply Nick. They've now concluded there's a link between PTSD/stress/anxiety and Tinnitus/Hyperacusis. Many things can induce it, but in our case PTSD likely did. It was all alien oblivious to me until I sought help. Some days are better than others as you know. Bring outdoors is a brilliant mask/distraction for Tinnitus though as you know. Some days it still brings me to tears though!
I could listen to you talk all day long. Thank you so much for these videos.
Such an articulate speaker. Thanks for the wise words.
🤝 Looking forward to speaking with you soon !
Awesome job Nick. Keep fighting the good fight and spreading the word.
Keep doing what you do Nick, after a weekend with you I first reduced my working week to 4 days from 5 and eventually left that job I hated to become an apprentice bushcraft instructor. Your woodland warrior programme helped me massively, more than I can ever explain.
🤝 Forwards together Dan .
Thank you for your encouraging words your on an Awesome journey always learning from yourself have a Blessed Day...🙏☝️🤝
Great to see you back on you tube. The value of spending time in the forest shouldn’t be underestimated, it’s been my go to reset and recover for many years and still is. Keep doing what your doing you are valued and make a difference. My copy of your book is in the post and I look forward to battling my dyslexia through to the last page.
Excellent please let me know how you found the read 🙏
I followed Nick on TH-cam for a long time. Fantastic knowledge, I remember seeing the old channel all starting with x royal marine , but for me , I always wanted to see Nick now and how he grows, this year I’ve seen positive changes to how he presents himself, a true gentleman and for sure one day I would like to shake his hand.
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Found your channel from others covering similar survival and outdoor pursuits, but stayed to listen.....
There are a multitude of truths in your message and very often none of them are an easy pill to swallow.
I'm closing on 60 really fast. My own journey has had some sweet moments and some truly dark ones too.
I joined HM forces early. The 'Rambo-esq' story was prevalent.... ha... even before Rambo lol.
Service life was 80% training, 15% party and 5% waiting for the call.....
ANY service (civilian agencies too) person will have seen and done something that society doesn't want to talk about.... and many friends/family that try to listen fail to grasp the nuanced plea for help. And We as the 'Proud', Outwardly Confident (sometimes arrogant) and 'Hero' fail to pass the message clearly. We see it as a sign of failure, weakness or some other negative thing.
For me, depression, addiction, frustration and self destruction have been constant bed fellows.
I'm in a much better place now because I've somehow managed to have the right people in the right places. Some I found through 'help agencies', some I found through common threads and some I found by accident.
I would like to stress that while losing one's self confidence and discipline, or, perhaps it's better to say, putting them away for a while while you get help and support, it's vital that we rebuild those traits back (as much as is possible). As my old RSM used to say "Stand on your own two feet not mine".
We ALL need support from time to time, and, even if you don't want to appeal directly, go join a group or an activity where that support can seep into your soul by helping others.
God bless all here
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I have been a long time follower and supporter Nick. From early HVB to now.
You are an inspiration to us all, from one vet to another, thank you for your service.
Also thank you for all you do working to help all those with Mental Health issues. Sir, you are a legend.
Per Mare Per Terram
🤝thanks for the kind words. Rob
Used to love hidden valley bushcraft, was devastated when it ended, great to get back to ya thanks to mike from TA. Great to see ya back ye fecker ya!
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Complete and total LOVE Nick, thank you man
Wise words… nature and humour are my medicine. Inspirational video 😊
Thankyou Olivia 🔥
Hi Nick. I'll certainly be buying you book today buddy. I didn't really think about it but I had a 10yr stint in the emergency services and had my share of experiences. I totally get the dark humour aspect. An acquired taste and not one for more therapeutic job roles which I soon discovered! 😂 It's amazing the humans capacity to heal and with folks such as yourself out there you're making the world a better place. Much respect buddy.
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Nice film mate! Love listening to your story.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Brilliant interview, thank you, looking forward to the book
Thanks Mike
After nearly three decades in the emergency services, this resonated with us. Good luck.
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great video, and an inspiration, thanks
I feel lucky to know you.
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great to see you back mate xxxx
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I've been watching you since your early days. You're extremely good and have taught me a lot about bushcraft! Keep going! 💪
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Now subscribed from an ex pat, all the best for the future Nick. 🤟🤠🇭🇲
Thanks
Thanks very much.
Nature is the greatest healer...
You're most welcome
Very cool hearing your life story and getting to know the guy behind the bushcraft camera. You have lots of experiences and it comes to me as advice for life. Good on you!! Glad I’m along for the ride!😊
Thanks Bobby
Looking forward to reading your book which i just ordered!
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Hey Nick, really glad you came back to the you tube world. It's been a minute since your HVB Vids really looking forward to see what content you will be showing moving forward
Thanks 🙏
Powerful words and powerful truths. Thank you for your service, Thank you for fighting evil and making the world a safer place.
The scariest place I’ve ever been is inside my own head for too long .
Thanks for the support Matt
Looking forward to meeting you...lots of this resonated with me
See you soon 🤝
Good talk..
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Unbelievably powerful and meaningful words that so many need to hear. Been 6 months since I had any real outside time, currently stuck in that black coffee working online the moment I wake up cycle... need to break that.
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Good on Ya mate, great respect. I tried for the U.S. Marines, but mt body could not take the load and did not get through basic. God Bless and God Bless the Sheep Dogs!
Very well done, great Interview!
Thankyou Hildegard 🤝
I’ll be signing up for an adventure with you after the next couple surgeries, my big big bro is a paramedic (I see his need for your instruction as much as I’d need it) not there yet but will be! Curtis will be great at pulling us all through x So proud of you!!!
Thankyou Kirsty ☺️
That would be lovely to see you guys again 🙌 it’s been years !
These are powerful words. I had my own moment 4 years or so ago. Not from service but in a high pressure role. I have grown since then and am back fully in control. But I know how my mental attitude changes on a weekly basis. I have the strategies that help me stay on the right but narrow path. Thanks Nick for the help you give others.
Thankyou for sharing this here Gareth , forwards together 🤝
Incredibly thought provoking words for Me the none combatant. It's easy to forget the security provided by British armed forces, and the price many soldiers pay.
Having had scoliosis as a child, and rheumatoid conditions in my teens left me feeling beyond low, feeling inferior. Yet discovering the outdoors, gaining my ML certification both summer and winter skills, gave me the kick up the arse I needed to feel positive about Me and other people. I'm really looking forward to your book which I've pre-ordered.
Paul ,
Thankyou for sharing your powerful story ☺️
Sounds like you are on quite the journey!
Outstanding work
Great message. More people need to hear this!
Share it 🤝☺️
Powerful words & Great Interview!
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@@NickGoldsmith776 just preordered my copy on Amazon & am looking forward to reading it.
@@NickGoldsmith776 after the US post office losing my copy I just got the replacement copy of your book today and just paging thru it, you put together something really good. Cheers Mate!
Excellent insight
Glad you enjoyed it
Brilliant, thank you
Thankyou Michael
Wonderful!
Thanks for the support
Once again a powerful message. Currently on my own personal journey as I my past has taken its toll. I'm climbing bit by bit one step at a time.
Keep inspiring people as you did and keep doing it.
Can't wait until I can order your book in the Netherlands.
🤝 Thanks Guido ,
slow and steady wins that race 💪
Hi Nick, Thanks so much. Is the book out already? I can only see an amazon date of 2 March 2023 ... Maybe you sre selling it direct?
Hi 👋
The book is out on 2nd March , I am not selling it directly .
Welbeck publishing are producing it and it should be stocked in most good book stores .
Fantastic interview!
Merci Ian
Massive kudos to you brother for everything you’ve done and accomplished against the odds. Great message and video 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Thankyou Chris ☺️
Alright Charl!
😉🤝 Thanks for watching , hope your well mate
I’m ok, talk soon Royal!
BZ
13:00 Cant believe you experienced Tinnitus after/during PTSD as well...same as me. How long did you have it for? Thanks
Hasn’t ever really gone away 🤷♂️
Sometimes it’s really awful other times all seems well , I suspect CNS stress induced .
@@NickGoldsmith776 Thanks for the reply Nick. They've now concluded there's a link between PTSD/stress/anxiety and Tinnitus/Hyperacusis. Many things can induce it, but in our case PTSD likely did. It was all alien oblivious to me until I sought help. Some days are better than others as you know. Bring outdoors is a brilliant mask/distraction for Tinnitus though as you know. Some days it still brings me to tears though!
Lets link up channels somehow and get them both growing mate
I’m happy discuss collab vids 👍
Send an email to Tracey@nickgoldsmith.co.U.K
@@NickGoldsmith776 email sent, look forward to hearing from you
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Exclusive interview by who? This looks like you’re just interviewing yourself. Odd self-promotion.
I was being interviewed by Tracey Duke .
Odd to you maybe - makes total sense to me 🤣🤷♂️
You’ve got your own troop now mate - 1 Troop 🫡🇬🇧
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