15. Back In Time

[@ThatcherJoe]

You're a nice human being. I'm glad you are my friend Will :)

[@ThatcherJoe]

but seriously... get out of our apartment

[@maisha3086]

***** omfg joe

[@maheen207]

Ahh Joe.

[@milancaptein]

***** try to bribe your neighbours to switch houses with will, haha. Then he lives NEAR your apartment, hahaha

[@marissaf129]

Awww cute

[@beccainrealife]

My mom passed away from cancer last August, a week after my birthday. During her last few months, I started growing apart from her because I felt guilty that I didn't know how to help and I didn't think it was fair that I was healthy and she wasn't. I distanced myself from her and one day, she cried because she thought I was ignoring her. As much as I tried to convince myself I wasn't, I was and now that she's gone, I always wish for more time with her. So, hug your parents and tell them you love them because you never know, guys, you never really know. Life is too short to not tell people how you feel. Take every chance you have to spend time with those you care about :)

[@catrionacampbell383]

this is touching and v v v inspirational

[@SimonStalner]

I don't know what to say other then, *

[@em._.1105]

I think talking about her would help ❤️ i hope x

[@pseudolemon8272]

I do not want to change any big thing in my life, but given the oportunity to travel back at any time, i would change something in the NEAR future, that wouldn't change the person who i am and would only change my future person, which i would never know if it was better or worse than what it will be with the alteration. Lets say i could simply make myself win the lottery by going 1 day earlier on my life and changing the numbers i choose, or i don't know, i would try and make something work in school, i would get a test back to get my grade better, it might be cheating, but i don't give a blooming damn, because it wouldn't change me as a person it would only improve my life experience as of now.

[@martinarato6661]

My mom started to leave me and my family 4 years ago and she has already done it 4 times.. i thought one of the reason was me bcause i always had smth better to do than staying with her. At the 3rd time i stopped thinking it bcause she was my mom and the only thing she wanted to do was me to be happy. She definetely knew you love her. And she still does. I am sure :)

[@OliWhite]

Great video dude!

[@willdarbyshire]

thanks bb

[@georgiabancroft450]

Love both your videos 💕

[@carinaas7053]

Will Darbyshire I watched you before on Joe's channel, today I started to follow yours and just by watching a few of your videos I feel motivated I guess, and happier because.. I mean, I like how people like you can make others feel better with little advices which are sometimes the exactly things that somebody needs to hear. And it's wonderful that you can noticed that and keep doing it mainly because you like to. Thank you so much, I send you a kiss and a big hug :)

[@christianbranham4171]

I loved it too

[@edwinsgeneration]

Your video made me feel creative. Not just in your topic, but in the way you started it.. the music.. the two Wills.. Made me feel creative.

[@TyButNowYouDie]

You need to meet him again :)

[@ErickaJanes]

omg same))

[@sinejorine]

Yes, I feel the same way!

[@TashaOrmiston1]

I lost a parent in 2011 so I would of course go back and try to change that regardless of anything else negative coming from it. That's the only thing I would change though, everything happens for a reason even if it causes pain and suffering. I'd like to think that by suffering and doubting life after my Dad passing I'm a much stronger person now with a bigger understanding of life and what you should and shouldn't focus your energy on. Life is cruel but also beautiful.

[@Hayleybea8]

I wouldn't change anything if I had the chance. I may want to re-watch everything from the past unfold, see what I didnt see at the time, but other than that I'd keep things the same. You see, I always try to keep in mind the fact that the slightest things in life such as missing a train and having to get on another one or having to go to another coffee shop because your favourite one is full, have the potential to essentially change your life. My mum and dad met at a pub on St Patricks day out of the sheer coincidence that as my mum was leaving because there were no tables to sit at, the waitress insisted for the tables to make space. It turned out the table my mum was sporadically placed at was the table in which my dad was sitting at. If that waitress hadn't out of nowhere beckoned my dad to let my mum sit down, they never would have met & I wouldn't have been born. Because of this one meaningless decision on the waitresses part, essentially everything changed. So now, when I have a shitty day and things aren't working out, I try to think that everything has a reason and all of these incidents interlink into one big scheme to whoever, whatever or where ever we're meant to be in life. So long story short, I wouldn't change anything. I really think the slightest things all combine and interfering with the past to benefit the now just wouldn't be worth it. x realizing i just about wrote a novel haha, sorry !

[@debbiesheerin9595]

Wow I never thought that a simple task could change everything. I like your thinking 😊 ❤

[@pseudolemon8272]

I do not want to change any big thing in my life, but given the oportunity to travel back at any time, i would change something in the NEAR future, that wouldn't change the person who i am and would only change my future person, which i would never know if it was better or worse than what it will be with the alteration. Lets say i could simply make myself win the lottery by going 1 day earlier on my life and changing the numbers i choose, or i don't know, i would try and make something work in school, i would get a test back to get my grade better, it might be cheating, but i don't give a blooming damn, because it wouldn't change me as a person it would only improve my life experience as of now. Show less

[@yoginij]

This is so lovely. You actually could write a novel, you know? I do agree with you. The slightest of things do alter our lives in ways we don't realise then.

[@rall860331]

Ry Lima Well, the thing is, that perhaps because you had to study for an exam "harder" than if you had cheated with a time machine, you actually underused something that would help you to go to a better university or enter a post graduate. and about the lottery is the same thing, perhaps it wouldn't change the you as in right now, but you could be a mogul working hard at whatever you are right now discovering new ways to make different things, but if you win the lottery, you could end as a homeless persone (as most lottery winners) because you'll end up spending all your money in a years time. I guess if you could have the time machine at all times, there would be ways to reverse bad decisions, but now again, calm weather never made a good sailor.

[@RachelCatherineMarie]

This is amazing! Actually got goose bumps reading this!

[@MrsButterfliege123]

I don't even want to think about this a lot because I know it will make me unhappy. But the thing which came to my mind right after you asked if we would change anything.. A lot of the time I'm just at home, it's not like I don't want to be at home I like to be at home but sometimes I just do nothing but lie in my bed and read or listen to music or watch youtube videos and stuff.. and I enjoy these things too (especially reading and listening to music) but at the same time I think 'I could do so much right now and what am I doing? Nothing special.. Does someone think this too or am I the only one? 😳

[@melatiao]

That's exactly what I think sometimes! I'm like waow an entire day has passed and I haven't done anything important that I'll remember later or that means something.. I feel like I could do a lot but instead I'm wasting time :/

[@RubydeNijs]

I'm doing the exact same thing. Right now. I hate myself for it but I also really like to do it.

[@hebakhalili]

I do too, I go through this internal struggle and I keep telling myself that I need to get up and DO something, but I don't; and if I do it's because of a moment of inspiration that is usually at 3 AM and I start writing a book or even cleaning my room but the moment of inspiration ends and so does the thing I'm doing and it just makes me feel like I'm wasting my life away.

[@sarahwieczorek8297]

Wow... you described my life very good :D every evening I'm like 'I could have done so much today but all I did was lying in bed'

[@1996kimberly15]

I totally understand. I feel the same way. I'm tired of being nobody and just settle, listening to music, watch videos, studying, reading. Someday I hope to do something to help others and be somebody in this huge world.

[@Smileovertherainbow]

you know will i've notice you only have 150k subscribers, but the conversation and the presence you have in the comments is always bigger than any million subscriber channel, it's beautiful how your viewers not only see your videos, but take the time to digest it and build an opinion strong enough for them to share it, i guess is just everything you say or show in your videos that leave us with that need of conversation, to talk about it, to discuss it. It's really beautiful what you're doing with your channel Will, i'm proud.

[@MaireadM]

I wouldn't change a thing even because I agree with you, the collection of my experiences have shaped me into the person I am today. When I was 17 my mum died in a car accident when she was driving myself and my two younger siblings on holiday. I blamed myself for it for so long. Wished I could go back and be the one driving or have made her wait a little longer at the place we had dinner before driving again, a few seconds wait could have been the difference, the other car may not to have come into our lane and my world would be so different. But I can't and I've come to terms with it. If I was driving things could have been much much worse. My dad passed away from cancer last year just before my 21st birthday and I just wish I'd been there more, I wish I'd written more of his stories down and told him more how much I loved him. As much as I wish I could have my parents back and change the way everything played out I'm glad I can't. I would rather the world I live in than a world where things could be much worse. Super morbid sorry. Love this video basically and I adore the way your videos make myself and others to really think. x

[@ninaschimmel6911]

Stay strong!

[@thiskidneedsmedicine]

your videos are my absolute favorite

[@joannawydro2744]

Sometimes I would go back in time and stop myself from self harm, but sometimes I think it was just meant to be, but now I would go back, I would tell myself to never ever hurt myself, because now when I look at my body I see scars on my legs, really deep scars, I see scars on my wrists and I hate when people ask me whats on your hand and I dont wanna answer: few years ago I cut myself because I thought I'm worthless, but now I know I'm not. Sometimes I see myself as a warrior who went through a war. But sometimes I see myself as a just silly girl.

[@NikkiSilvester]

Im glad you made it out from self harm, and although I dont know you personally, I am super proud of you for letting this out and stopping yourself from cutting. You arent silly. at the time, it was somthing that helped. You made it through, so be thankful and proud of yourself :) lots of love.

[@paolaulysse1166]

What makes Will so beautiful is his personality, the beautiful way he views life, the way he cares for things and others, Thats what makes him Will and unique

[@AJTSanchez]

Will your videos always get me thinking, and that's what I enjoy so much about them. There's a lot I could change about my past but I definitely wouldn't because everything I've been through whether it be good or bad has shaped me into the person I am today. It's so weird to think about how if one small aspect of your past was altered it could change an entire course of things much like a ripple effect.

[@chrisklemens]

Your videos are always so next level and just really inspiring well done Will!

[@hafsaouerdi3379]

why isnt this guy like the biggest youtuber in the world? his videos are soooo gooooood soo inspiring and i kind if feel relaxed when i watch them

[@elenamatas5040]

I've actually asked myself this question several times. There are of course bad things that happened in my past, and I don't feel fine about them since they made me feel insecure about myself or made me waste my time on things that weren't worth it, but they definitely made who I am today. So even though this question is pretty difficult to answer I would actually say I wouldn't change anything about my past. I'm brave enough to let those things go and just learn from them. Since I am closely connected to the experiences I've had, changing my past would mean changing who I am today, and I wouldn't do it. I've had rough times as everyone, but that is what life is about, without those bad things... I wouldn't have learnt anything about how this society works or even how my own mind works. Experiences definitely build us. Great video, Will, thank you!

[@rachelw6227]

I think about this question a lot and I've come to a conclusion that I wouldn't go back and change anything. There are so many things I regret and so many things I cringe looking back on but had I not done those things or experienced those experiences I wouldn't know the people I know and wouldn't be the person I am. I wouldn't be me.

[@melatiao]

The comments on this video are so deep, it proves that there are still people on KZbin with whom you can share meaning stuff ❤️

[@TheReelCorner]

Such a fucking great video. Very clever way of exploring this question and expanding the narrative. Keep going Will. It this sort of content that keeps me to do better in my own.

[@federerfan999]

I think I'd be tempted to go back, too. But I think that as time continues to pass, the things we want to change become things that shape us, whether they were painful or happy. And I don't know if I could risk changing who I just starting to become.

[@thememoryguardians]

I've always wanted to change my dad's death. He died when I was 9 and it affected me so badly. I actually finally like myself now (14-15 years later) & am happy but I know I would be completely different if he never died. Him being alive is so far from my reality now which is bizarre. That said, if I could I would definitely change things to make sure he was still alive and healthy until he was old and grey.

[@marissaf129]

I think that if you are perfectly happy with who you are at this exact current point in time, right now, then you shouldn't want or need to change anything as your experiences have shaped you. But, I guess no one is 100% happy with where they are at at any point in time and there will always be one little thing that you want to change... 😊

[@MoneyWins]

Bloody hell Will... You just out do yourself each time don't you. Probably the only KZbinr to post such profound and deep videos and I respect you for that :)

[@finnohare]

There's something so down-to-earth about you Will. As a resolution, I cut down on the amount of channels I was subscribed to, meaning that I'm not tempted to watch as many KZbin videos... but yours is definitely top of my list as a keeper. That was a simple and lovely video :)

[@GunnarOden]

I wouldn't. Firstly I haven't faced any real tragedies in my life, but even though I've made mistakes and failed at times - I've always come to the conclusion that that was the best thing that could have happened to me. Cuz even though it feels rough when you've screwed up - that mistake will actually change your life to the better in some way.

[@xnatshaoooxp]

If I had the option to go back in time, I wouldn't change a thing. I believe that everything has a ripple effect. I've made decisions I'm not proud of and I've said things I'm not proud of. But at the end of the day, I learn from my mistakes and accept the outcome that has came with it. I've become wiser and more aware of how my decisions affect me and the people around me. Like you said, "I am who I am from my experiences. Good and bad, they've all shaped me as a person. And I don't think I want to change that."

[@JonnyKahann]

I would like to go back with my current knowledge of things and then make a few adjustments which would benefit me in the current present.

[@najajensen1220]

Will, always on point! This subject is really emotional to me, because my older sister got killed by her boyfriend in the beginning of June... I would tell her what I had in mine the last day we hung out "He doesn't feel right. I think you're moving too fast, take a step back, make him find his own place, see how things go... Please..." If I had said those things that day, my sister would have listened to me... And she would probably still be alive and her kids would still have their mother...

[@greengrassvids]

Will. You inspire me, and you inspire my work. Thank you

[@NikkiSilvester]

this could not have ben uploaded at a better time for me. I find you super uplifting to listen to. I'm at a time in my life where I'm pretty annoyed at myself for just jumping into studying at University doing something I thought i liked deep down, when all the time there was a little bit of me, that i should have listened to, telling me that it wasnt right. Now, I'm stuck doing a degree on something I really dont enjoy, when all i want to be doing is making, and editing films, travelling and taking photos. this has been my true passion for as long as i can remember, and ignoring it and trying to fit into the education sytem without seeking help is something i regret largely. my school was one that was very proud of its students getting into university, and never seemed to commend those who did something else, and becaause i was so introverted in personality i never spoke out, and went along with what everyone else was doing. I feel like i know now that i do not fit into the system so well, and dont enjoy being told what to do. I prefer making things look good, and having something to look back at and be like, Yes. I did that. All i can say is that im glad i now know that this isnt where i belong. I just hope i find something that suits me. Sorry for the essay, felt good to let that out. Thanks for giving me the platform and topic to do so. x

[@emmagoebel5949]

I would change the day I decided to let one person in, that is really the only thing. I think my experiences my friends, most of my relationships would have drastically changed and I would have been able to truly enjoy high school more then I have and not have been at a point so low I didn't want to walk this earth. This one person dragged me so low and broke me in so many ways that it has taken nearly two years to just get over him, I'm still working through the damage he left me with. That is the one thing I would change because that one thing would erase so many bad things that happened down the line...

[@emtte1]

No. There's too many times when i've thought "What if i had done that?" and regretted my decisions. In all honesty i feel like if the things we wish had happened did, you would turn out a completely different person. I guess it's all about how much you experience, and what you take from it. Even if the final outcome is something as simple as "Okay yeah i don't like Tomatoes." it's still an experience which you can take something from. I'm really in awe at how your videos progress each time. Honestly it's such a nice vibe watching something like this. Thanks for making such bloody amazing videos Will!

[@catrionacampbell383]

this really made me think, will, and I like that :) I don't think I'd change anything either, it just wouldn't feel right. Like you said, the consequences could end up worse than the initial mistake or situation. It could be that one situation that led me to something that I enjoy or treasure today. It's a really deep topic lbh. But, I think I'd maybe consider going back and looking at my life as an outsider or fly on the wall. I'd like to see myself going through things and have the privilege of knowing what happens in the end. Keep up the amazing videos, I love them x

[@tiffanymead5164]

I think time is a beautiful thing. There's a time for everything. A time to mourn for a loved one and a time to rejoice over the little happy moments in life. Time heals. Time is inevitable. Loved this video, thanks Will!

[@AlbertPrigodich]

loved this video , there's several things I'd consider changing , but who knows how my life would be now , I might have not ended up being who I am today :)

[@JakeRichandAnnaChah]

Don't look back, look forwards. Look towards the times ahead. Control what you can, use today as a stepping stone towards your future Xx #lifestartsnow

[@camlapipelette4546]

I just want to restart this day... The 7th January was one of the worst day for french people with the attack in Paris, I hope you know what i'm talking about ... I want people to think before killing innocents, this is what I would like. Great video, I really like it ! (sorry for my english, I come from France and that's what i'm talking about this terrible day in fact) xxxx

[@vanyagangwar399]

Yes, what happened in Paris today, shouldn't happen anywhere :(

[@camlapipelette4546]

I know... I was terrified when I saw it on internet, because I live near the place where it happened ...

[@marka7793]

I was just thinking the same thing... I live in Paris and this has just been one crazy day, I wish we could just go back in time. Journalists were killed why? Drawing. Also it is already causing so much hate, people are blaming Islam it is such a mess. Anyway #JESUISCHARLIE

[@louislizard01]

Some people in this world are sick, what happened in Paris today should never happen to anyone. Anyone grieving there loss to some sick minded fools- stay strong! #JeSuisCharlie

[@etchevesteeva7383]

Terrible day, can't believe what happend. 😖 #JeSuisCharlie

[@makenzietibbs2360]

I would change the fact that I never stood up for myself and let people walk all over me. That I never had the confidence to fight back. It's something that I deeply regret and definitely change given the chance. I think about it everyday and it causes me stress sometimes...

[@MattJamesOrr]

Rather enjoyed this! Still agree with Bertie though; when's this short film coming ;)

[@jeh0193]

i love every one of your videos, will! i love how we are both introverts, and i find myself asking this deep question myself often too. sometimes i do wish i could go back in time and tell myself: "why didn't i just speak up," "i wish i could take back those times where i felt like crap about myself," "i wish i spent more time with my grandpa and gotten to know him better," "i wish i wasn't so afraid of what other people might think of me," etc. but i agree that all the events that have happened in the past has made us into the person we are today. and that in itself, whether it be good or bad, is what makes us human.

[@rall860331]

Actually I have been thinking a lot about this lately... and I'm in a point in my life where I feel like I would like change a lot of things, even though if you had ask me that same question a year ago, I would had say NOTHING, because everything I have done has let me to meet te people I now call my friends (as few as they are) and everything has taught me something, but right now I feel like any of that matters. But If I could change one thing in my past, would be the decisions I made that stopped me to move to another country... I really wanted to, but I guess I was just too scared and I sabotaged myself.

[@laurenxo6575]

if you had the change now would you move to another country?

[@rall860331]

YES! That's all I want right now!

[@denise.bruijn]

Ricardo Llamas What is holding you?

[@rall860331]

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[@denise.bruijn]

Ricardo Llamas oohh...

[@hayleymorris]

You are the creator of your own universe, why change what you did when you can focus on making your future even better?

[@imdianaa123]

yes I would change some things. Actually quite a lot, I would want to create a better version of myself. Not having to go through the past few years living the way I did. I would want to make a different person out of my self.

[@effyspy]

I've been thinking about the past so many times and I always come to the conclusion that, given the opportunity of changing something from my past, I wouldn't do it, too. There was a period in my life when I was a freshman in junior high school and I was kinda depressed and nothing could make me smile. It was a painful period for me, but I became wiser and stronger some years later. I may not be that mature now, if it wasn't for this "black season" in my life. So, I wouldn't change either that. I am lucky enough to have an amazing family and my life is peaceful and full of love and I feel thankful for that.

[@marcellianichou9105]

Hi Will, just want to give you a little advicee. You know how cool you are right? be more confident m8. you are awesome :) do not let you insecurity covers it. This is only my opinion, so it can be wrong

[@philipbrooks]

Everything bad and awesome that has ever happened, made me the person I am today and I would never ever change that. I wouldn't be as 'smart' or experienced as I am today, not even close.

[@edithpulido7365]

I would change so many things if I could...

[@tuulihietanen7103]

I just found you via Joe's channel and I love your videos! And what you said about time really got me thinking. My family and I have been moving back and forth between Finland and Norway when I was younger, but now I have been here in Norway since 2008. I have been living in this little village in the Middle of the mountains, where outsiders are not always as heartly welcome as they maybe say. Because my lack of being able to speak the language I was bullied and called a nerd because I worked really hard at school. After all these years I still have that stample "NERD" written in my forehead, and people aren't that comfortable talking to me. I have had friends, some more precious than others, who have "stabbed" me in the back. Today I still remember these things with a great pain and sorrow. I have had times when I wanted to go back in time to prevent these things from happening, but not anymore. I have realized how much I have learned from these situations. Now I know that I have to be myself and live my life. As the best part, now I know what to ignore and avoid people and situations that I don't want to be a part of. Thank you for reminding me of this Will!

[@DavidSchueller]

Great video...as always! If ANYONE lives in the UK, message me. I'm planning on attending university there and need assistance with some stuff.

[@oreofeful]

What university options are you thinking of? I sent off my UCAS about a month ago so I could probably help.

[@Im_Just_Hannah]

i requested you on facebook :) i live in the UK

[@DavidSchueller]

FutureMrsSmythe message me on hangouts

[@DavidSchueller]

Hannah Grace message me on hangouts

[@Im_Just_Hannah]

i dont get how to do it :L you dont need to add me, you can just message me

[@talisam1817]

When I was 13 I fractured my spine and had to retire early from gymnastics. On one hand, I would go back in time to prevent that from happening so that I would've been able to keep doing gym, but then on the other hand I have gained so much from it. Like, if I didn't have the injury I wouldn't have become a gym coach and been able to share what I learned as a gymnast. Love your videos Will, they keep getting better and better. Can't wait to see what you create this year.

[@madgoonerkid5544]

I've known about your videos for ages but never got around to watching them.last night I finally had the time to start watching them and they are so good. Really really loving them

[@nottoday-f8c]

i am so in love with your style of filming and stuff. it just looks so clean.

[@taniatahmina5509]

I feel every little things that happened throughout the years just made me a strong person. Without those memories and experiences I would not be who I am now. As always great video!

[@claudinasolgar]

I don't think I would change something, I've always thought about that, but then, I realize that all the things that had happened to me, bad or good ones, they've made me who I am today. It's really hard when you're going through sh*t, and you obviously would want to change that, but seriously, when everything gets better, you can clearly see that all of these things have made YOU. I believe everything happens for a reason, and I also believe that the main one, is to make us a better person, and to make us stronger than ever.

[@ZoeTakeTwo]

There are a few things I'd change in a heartbeat. But like you said Will, It's shaped me and maybe it was all for the best. Lately I've took on a very 'life's too short to dwell on things' attitude and it's actually made me a happier person coming into 2015, I've learnt a lot in 2014 and one of those things is to use my time better and get creative with it. I'm studying animation at university and my sister told me 'its not how good you are, it's how good you want to be' so I'm using my time to improve creatively and be happy within myself now and in the future :)

[@chrisdotthompson8875]

thinking about this i notice that i mainly want to go back and change things that happened recently, the further i go back the more i realise it helped make me who i am, if it was awkward or made me sad, it means that i avoid it now, everything that happens genuinely does shape you and the bad things i think are the biggest in shaping you, such a good video Will, such a good channel :D

[@jessicalovell8301]

Like so many I have had many people who are close to me die and I think instead of going back and changing something I would just like to go back and relive those moments I treasure most. I like where I am today and I know that those trials are what lead me here. You're videos are really great! Keep making them!

[@noya3301]

My grandmother passed away a year and a half ago on my brothers birthday. A few days earlier than that the doctors told her she would have at least a few months left to live. She had cancer. I would go back in time to spend more time with her and talk with her about anything. She was the most amazing person I have ever met and losing her was the most shocking thing that had ever happened to me. You truly cant appreciate something so much until you realize its gone. I would love to turn back time.

[@OdochiAkwani]

I wouldn't want to change anything because even the littlest change could in turn put my whole life on a different path & those decisions made in the past whether good or bad were what I felt was right at the time and now grown/learn from the past as we do with the history of our world.

[@jeanb5099]

I have regrets as does everyone else but if I had the chance to go back and change them I wouldn't. As you said before your experiences both positive and negative make you who you are today and I totally agree with that. All you can do is learn from the past and do your best to be the best you you can be. Make it a regular thing to improve on yourself. You're better than you were yesterday and you'll be even better again tomorrow. You'll be older and wiser and it's up to you to take notice of what you've experienced and decide what the right thing to do is. Life is full of trial and error. You can't learn lessons without failing a few times.

[@s0nicstudios]

I wouldn't change a thing at all, because I feel like i've learn't from everything that i've felt and experienced, bad and good, and I feel blessed for how that has helped shape the person I am today.

[@xxjaniekk]

I wouldn't change a thing, I lost people, but the people that are around me now make me happy and that is what the most important thing for me right now! I love your videos and topics!!

[@pluviophon]

I remember at the beginning of high school, our English teacher asked us this same question: "if you could go back in time, what would you change?" and I said I wouldn't change anything. I said that I was happy with my life and anyone whom i may have hurt or embarrassed myself in front of would move on just as I had. Since then, my view has been altered. It's not that I am not happy with the person I am or the direction my life is going in, and I understand that the things that have happened in the last 5 years have made me who I am, but I would like to change my past. Looking back I feel like I was asleep throughout so much of high school, I spent so much time being afraid and feeling like a victim, even though no one was really against me. There's nothing I would stop from happening, because I never did anything but hide. I would like to have been more open, I'd like to be able to appreciate the people around me more, and I'd like to have pushed myself to be a better person. I would like to have some more memories that I can be proud of. Who knows, maybe what I am now is best case scenario? That's fine. I like who I am now. I'm just curious what may have happened if I had been here sooner.

[@nickc2011]

Well first of all, I'm only fifteen, so I haven't really done anything big enough to need changing, but I don't think I would change anything - especially the big things. It's clichéd, but Will is right in that our experiences make us who we are - good and bad. For example when I was about 6, we took a family holiday to Gurnsey. On the very last day we were going down to the beach, but with five minutes to go I tore half the skin off my chest attempting to climb down a tree, and although I missed out on a beautiful day by the sea, I have never injured myself climbing since.

[@woodlandfox]

I had harsh words with my best friend less than an hour before she died of a heart attack when I was in high school. Watching her die marked me forever, but the circumstances inspired years of unfortunate behavior. Hell, it was thirteen years before I cried for the first time. I always like your videos, Will. You seem like someone I wish I knew personally, as your gentleness takes the edge off my day, sometimes.

[@kayjbell2]

You've honestly become my favourite KZbinr. You real, honest and just truthful. You dont try to be someone you not or upload videos to please people and to which you know will get millions of views. Thanks for being well just being you .

[@user-kk2ex9vu7g]

Firstly I want to point out that I absolutely love your videos Will, you kind of inspire me to be a better version of myself and you offer a new perspective on things that happen in everyday life situations! Secondly, I would change something from the past to be honest, I would probably go back in time and express my feelings more often and not care about what others think of me, because that shouldn't matter at all. thank you so much

[@ZachSheppard]

Will your videos make me so emotional and I love it.

[@LisHage]

If I could go back in time, I would have done more of what I love to do. Explore what there is out there to do in life. I have always been too afraid to act out my dreams. Even the little ones. You really got me thinking about this Will, thank you. Now I have a new goal for this year; to do the things I have always secretly wanted to do, like making a short documentary/film. It must have been at least 3 years ago that I wanted to do such a thing. It's definitely time!! Thank you again, this just shows how inspiring you are.

[@ivanaanavi6375]

If I could go back in time I would go back 4 years from now, to the day my grandfather passed away. Just to tell him how much he meant to me and how much I loved him... Miss him every day

[@94gabyrh]

I wouldn't change anything, I'm glad with my life and who I am and of course I have up and downs and sometimes my life feels and looks so sucky but that makes life more exciting, that way you'll appreciate the good moments and you'll love it even more. xx

[@nebby589]

I've thought a bout this exact topic so many times, even just when friends bring that big o'l question up. But I agree, I wouldn't change anything because going through my life has made me who I am. My dad passed away when I was 14 and a lot people say "what you wouldn't change that?!" but without sounding cold, I wouldn't because without going through that I'd be a completely different person. I'm a very strong believer in the whole, you are who you are because... Great video x

[@cynthiascolet8043]

I think if I could go back in time, I'd just tell myself that I don't have to be afraid to ask big questions. The environment I was raised in was super religious, which is fine except for the fact that any hint you might be "straying" was met with shame, fear, and sometimes exclusion. I think if I had learned earlier that I'm not inherently evil for not understanding or accepting certain ideas, I could have been free to explore (and eventually accept) myself and the world so much sooner. But I agree that I am who I am now because of the experiences I did have, and I definitely appreciate that. We can always make it out the other side.

[@sophiew5155]

I like the fact that Will's videos always mean something, and as nice as it is to watch other KZbinrs having fun on holidays or photoshoots, its also nice to sit down and have a think and i think that Will is using KZbin to its greatest advantage - to share things worth thinking about. Going back in time seems so wonderful, but I think it would also take a lot of courage, to see things you have seen before or do things you have done again and the question is, is it really worth it? I'm not sure x

[@gretainterlandiactivist]

If I could go back I would probably tell myself not to worry too much about things. I've always cared way too much about everything and I kind of kept myself from having fun and enjoying life like I should have. But apart from that, even though a lot of things have brought unhappiness in my life I think they helped me a lot in their own way. So no I wouldn't change anything. Your videos always make me think about very important topics and I'm grateful for the light you bring into my day. You're amazing.xx Greta

[@katharinamaria5907]

I wouldn't change a thing because I think my reactions to even the least important situations have kind of formed my personality and have made me the person I am today. And I'm also sort of happy about all the mistakes I've made and all the times I've f*cked up so far because those experiences have all taught me something and they've given me a chance to grow. I love you x

[@violetteabelanski3871]

Just want to say that you are an amazing person and thank you for doing those videos because you could have juste kept your ideas and your way of thinking for you but here you share it with us and it is beautiful. You help me see thing in a different way and well, I love you, the personne you are and your videos. And as an answer for your question, no, I won't go back in time to change things because I lived my life thinking that I never had to regret anything, because at some point, this thing was what I wanted and even if I do have a few problems in my life because of things I did, I am just learning to focus on the good things.

[@Mayableification]

I would just tell myself "Don't be afraid, fight for what makes you happy". Thank you for all your videos, they are a beautiful highlight for me :)

[@ajcottage]

You are so amazing will. I am moved by every word that comes out of your mouth, don't ever ever change the way you are❤️

[@miya-tf7ss]

My dad passed away in 2013. I've always wanted to change my attitude back then and make him happy somehow. I did made him happy but it was not enough. We'd always bond over food and talk about our dream vacations. One of his last wishes was having breakfast at our favourite stall but it didn't happen. If only i could go back in time, i'd take my dad to our favourite stall even though he was very ill.

[@smallcrabs1]

Hi, Will! I just wanted to say that, discovering your KZbin channel might be the most wonderful thing I've ever done. Your videos are unique and special and phenomenal in every sense! I've binge watched all your videos, and it has been amazing to watch you grow more comfortable and relaxed while filming. Keep up the good work!

[@ana_marta]

Loved this, Will! Your videos are always such a pleasure to watch...

[@alsoknownaslu]

Can I just say, Will you are a giant inspiration I can not wait for the day that I can make videos as good as yours, I don't think there has ever been a single video of yours that is boring or confusing, or any where near bad. So thank you will for being a great human being and well yeah...

[@anniheart07]

If I could change anything in my life I would change my decision to go to the high school that I went to in 9th grade. That school made me depressed, scared and I lied to my parents so I wouldn't have to go. Everyday at that school I felt like I was in a battle zone, I would just cry in the bathroom instead of going to class. They thought I was trying to get out of class but I was really just so unhappy and fearful and painfully shy. I had many friends who all went to the same school. I missed them so much. It was really at this school that I developed my anxiety and depression issues that I still deal with today. I was so happy before I went there. So yeah. Not to mention in my sophomore year I was diagnosed with epilepsy so it would have been nice to have one good year. I am working on my anxiety and my depression has begun to ease up. My epilepsy has gotten worse. I do believe that I have become a stronger person from all of this, but I would still change it.

[@isachuare]

We all regret things, but that doesn't mean we wish we could change them. I feel lucky to be where I am right now, and have gotten the chance to learn from my mistakes. You're such an inspiration, Will. ¡Enhorabuena!

[@Sabrina-wp9bm]

If I could turn back time during my high school years I would stand and speak up for myself and also be strong to all of the people that have been pulling me down.

[@sophiedunseith4989]

you have no idea how much i look up to you and your videos Will. I'm an aspiring Video and Film editor, and honestly, you constantly inspire me. Thank you.

[@rositawebster7661]

I can honestly agree with you 110% I don't think I would change anything. I have been through a lot of hard times but those hard times have made me a stronger person. I'm happy with how things are and how my life, well the first 18 years, have turned out to be. It's very hard yes, but if it wasn't then I would go through life with ease and no problems. But then I wouldn't learn anything. That being said I would not go back and change anything. By the way Will, your videos have taught me so much. They're extremely inspirational and brilliant. I love every single one of them. Great job!

[@rawrm247]

I've always thought about it and I always use to 'Yes, yes I would". But then as I grew up I realized how much I actually had to lose. There are people in my that are so important to me. I wouldn't change a thing for fear of losing the ones I love and the one I am in love with. He means everything to me.

[@TheAgusCastro]

I've always thought that I wouldn't change anything, I would just re-live memories. But since my grandfather died on January 1st of 2012, everytime someone mentions going back in time whether it is to change something or not, I would go back in time to the last six days of 2011. I remember thinking about staying at his house for those days because I knew he didn't have many days left but for some reason or another I never did, I never packed my bags, I never left my house.

[@nicoleemily5896]

Even though I personally probably would want to go back and change some things e.g. Something stupid I said in a conversation or something I did that may have upset someone however, I'm a firm believer in that everything happens for a reason (like you said). I also think that you should never regret anything either because in reality you can't go back and change things because there is no 'rewind button' as things could have turned out VERY differently by changing a slight action or sentence. Congrats on 150,000 Will and for making these little inspirational videos which make me smile☺️💘

[@irishamuze]

On the worst days of my life so far, I have hoped that if I ever get the chance to change something in the past then I totally would. But, I rethink right away that I wouldn't be shaped the way I am right now if I didn't had those "bad decisions" in the past. I am so proud and happy of how my personality is (even if I have turned introvert) right now. I may also be suffering with depression created by the past but then, the fact that I have not ended my life because of experiences and how I see things with full hope is a great gift from all the bad past.

[@liesbethcaron6890]

If I could go back in time, I would talk to my dad more and try to bond more with him. I feel like he doesn't really know me anymore which is sad. I'd also tell myself to worry less, because if stopped worrying so much earlier I wouldn't have had a burnout at 19 (who knew that could even happen so young?). You make really nice videos Will, thank you for doing that.

[@simpplyveronica]

If I had the chance to do so, I wouldn't. Yeah, there have been really hard times that have absolutely sucked and broken me... but those are the things you learn from. They made me who I am today. They made me stronger and more knowledgeable. Also going through tough times makes me more appreciative of the little things. Great video Will. Love all the details

[@pnchrist]

The one thing I would seriously go back and redo is see my grandfather. I was visiting him and told him I would see him later. He was put in a nursing home the next day and I didn't want to go to the nursing home because I would probably cry. We went back home and a few days later he died. I really hate myself for not going to see him. But on the brighter side, my last words to him were, "I love you, we'll be right back, see you later", and not an official goodbye.

[@nurydiez]

I always say that everything happens for a reason, so I wouldn't change anything. Every moment, every happy, sad, exciting, incredible or unbelievable moment I'm glad for them. As you said all those moments made me the person that I'm now. If I didn't go to London years ago, maybe today I wouldn't have my tattoos. Or maybe I wouldn't be as much confident as I am now if I didn't suffer all those 'bully' moments.

[@madiboon593]

if i had the chance of going back in time, i would absolutely love to go back to a time in my life were my mum was still alive, to see her one last time and say good bye...Or even back to 1912 with the Titanic or something along those likes that shaped our world today, not even to change something just to see how the world was back then...but when it actually came down to it,i would never go back,i would not change a thing,because it would change my world today,who I've become/becoming..and I'm quite happy with me right now.

[@camilag26]

When watching this video, a bunch of events popped in my head that were terrible or sad or scary and that seem like things that someone would want to go back in time to change, but I wouldn't. Without these events, I definitely wouldn't be the person I am today- I wouldn't have learned or grown without these experiences because bad things are one of the most if not the most influential factors in making a person who they are. They're an inevitable part of life and they're the human condition in all its entirety. It's what makes people, people. Without negative things, we wouldn't know what positive things truly were and I for one am glad that I've been able to feel every emotion on the spectrum. That I've been able to feel so happy I could cry and so sad that I could cry and so mad that I could cry. Because it means I'm alive, and that I'm whole.

[@myperfectbooks]

I wouldn't want to change much, I just would like to hug my grandfather one last time and tell him how much I love him and I would like to go back and tell my grandmother that even though I can't really remember her, I still love her.

[@2303Ivana]

Man, I love your videos.. so creative and inspiring.. I have thought about that topic a lot, and I think I wouldn't change a thing.. not because everything was perfect, but because it made me ME.. every experience, every tear, every laugh made me i to a person I am today.