A tactic for keeping depression away.

[@rossmanngroup]

Thank you to everyone who made a purchase on eBay via our affiliate link at rossmanngroup.com/ebay for helping support this type of content. Your viewership is appreciated and as always, I hope you learned something!

[@FragEightyfive]

If I don't have multiple projects going on and am not constantly learning and doing new things life puts me in a dark place (like working a 9-5 doing the same thing every day).

[@BearPiggy]

thank you

[@shashankshukla2012]

Louis Rossmann so inspiring . I often watch your repairs and wasn’t a fan early on but now I look fwd to these. Thanks a lot

[@BillAnt]

Moral of the story, keep your plates full, so even if one thing tastes bad, there's something else to munch on. ;D

[@onyxtay7246]

One of the best sayings my dad taught me is: "You can't logic someone out of a situation they didn't logic themselves into."

[@littleblueprintwritinghood192]

WOOOOOOOOOWA🤯

[@ConnorKrohnicles]

One of the best quotes I’ve ever heard

[@lostkey7301]

I dont understand this, can someone explain this quote to me?

[@ConnorKrohnicles]

Lost Key if someone gets into a situation and is blinded by emotion, they can’t see logical solutions that you provide basically. It’s very often the case for toxic relationships: one person is toxic but the other can’t step back and see the toxicity because they’re too emotionally invested. If someone outside tries to reason and say “hey the person you’re dating is toxic, here’s why” then you’ll create excuses for why you’re still with em

[@3WR6f3]

very true if you know you know

[@Stranded360]

If you get bored of board repair- you'd make a great life coach.

[@billybbob18]

He might be a polymath. His potential spans quite a few subjects I've noticed.

[@turkishsmurf]

Hey gey

[@leiladekwatro3147]

go from board repair to bored repair

[@finelliott]

One of the most honest and candid personalities on KZbin, Love it!

[@outofhisboots]

The most ethical person alive today

[@alphabeets]

You're a wise man for 27- or any age. Impressive.

[@icosahedronman]

+alphabeets Depression and a difficult childhood forces you to grow up very very fast.

[@chilithepalmer]

It forces you to think about your life and think about why those things happen. In a sad way.

[@frankhobbs8444]

Intelligence predisposes you to depression. And a difficult childhood exacerbates those symptoms. They're all correlated in quicker maturation.

[@beer_4781]

i'm 17 and realise i have nowhere near enough life experience to think i'm wiser than someone like Lois and really if you're under 25 you're probably not wise at all. that includes you and me. +Plutus Maximus

[@the22fu]

Finally one who gets it. I have met 14 year olds that are wiser than 30 year olds... even when it comes to life questins you could usually only answer when experienced.

[@meowsterchief]

KZbin recommended to me this three year old video. This three year old video is something I really needed. I have all these things to do laying around and being untouched, but instead I sit here and stare at my screen trying to think of what to do. But I have my guitar, I have programming, I have work I can go to and hang out at. But I never really think about any of that. I just stare at the screen and eventually end up on KZbin watching videos. I needed this video. Thanks.

[@rottenpotato4399]

Same for me, wish it got recommended to me 3 years ago tho..

[@Terr0r798]

Exactly the same for me. I have all these interests in fun projects and things to do with friend that I enjoy, but I keep getting stuck in a loop thinking about my veggies on my plate and doing nothing but brainlessly waching KZbin vids, waking up every day with less energy than the day before.

[@duality4y]

Familiar like a chill

[@JeffWithAnF]

jesus the same for me. we’re gonna make it bros!!!!

[@ShinkuGouki]

If playing guitar doesn't feel good anymore or hitting the skatepark doesn't feel good anymore,go and do those things again. You will never achieve your goals if you remain stuck in this mindset. I snapped out of it and I know you can too.

[@namolokaman2393]

Depression is not having too much corn on your plate ( lack of variety ); it's that everything tastes like corn, regardless of what is on your plate.

[@resemblelife]

Namolo Kaman exactly

[@eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeo]

Shit. I get that.

[@MissAyatan]

That's the chemical imbalance type of depression, it's not what he's talking about. He specifies it multiple times, especially at minute 8:50 .

[@ThunderBird0510]

Damn true

[@fr34k09]

for me it's just like a dark cold room and that everything feels like black and white while my body feels cold can't feel anything

[@Darth_Bateman]

Louis Rossmann ________________ -doesn't play well with others -has a tech business. -Deals with depression Holy shit, he's Iron Man.

[@ciarfah]

Matthew J Canty-Barnes "Louis fixed this in a 700 square foot shop in NY, with a box of donor boards!"

[@AlexeyFilippenkoPlummet]

@@ciarfah Well there's nothing you want more in repair than a pile of donor boards

[@mattharris2691]

Oh shit he must be dead too

[@7doug9413]

@@ciarfah Well I'm not Louis Rossmann

[@floatingblaze8405]

@Ricardo Santos Maybe it's just not a physical thing that pierced into his heart.

[@CleverCracker1]

Wise words from a wise man. Wisdom does not come from education, but from experiences in life. Another fantastic video that applies to pretty much everyone and isn't a part of the irrelevant plague that is 99% of KZbin. Bravo.

[@thejesusnetwork3018]

+MrMcMann1 check out todd White also :)

[@blazereho811]

I once heard something along the lines of “you’ll always be upset if you’re always looking for reasons to be” probably not the right wording but I think about it every once in a while and it really helps to think about the good things in life

[@Slaughta18]

A problem solver is a problem finder o_O

[@SuperSilverJay]

This is so true

[@nancyparker3732]

I agree, I am as happy as I chose to be!

[@jeeee3f]

Also, you've very strong for coming out and talking about this, particularly about your mother and her issues. And this video is 100% right. I went through a few months of utter shit (end of a five year relationship, going on six years of depression, months of going into the lab and failing at networking scenarios, finding out my father had a second wife nobody knew about, out of work with no income for two months, being obese, constant in-fighting within my relationship, etc etc) I felt like total shit, no duh, who wouldn't. But after all some of that ended and I just dropped some things, I picked up running, I decided to drop weight, I found new hobbies for the first time in my life, and really started pushing to be a better person, to have more fun, and to live more of the life that I wanted, and to figure out what that even meant. I'm still not over all the humps yet, I still have issues and struggles, but if you just take a "tactful loss" in some areas you're overwhelmed in, and add in new exciting things that you enjoy, things really DO start to get better!

[@alexanderharris5680]

Hi

[@CoryTheSimmons]

I think I get your point: don't invest and fixate on a single thing or it'll crush you when it turns out negatively. Something to be mindful of: don't ignore what is making you feel depressed by keeping yourself too busy. Take some time to address and fix the depression so it is a complete non-issue. Otherwise you might build up pressure and explode one day. Doctors and therapists failed me miserably for years as well. I'm also pretty skeptical about drowning my brain in chemicals. The thing that worked for me was removing as many distractions from my life as possible. The only 2 things I had to think about were my job and my depression. Once I could focus on the depression, I was able to study it and learn why I felt the way I did. Just understanding it was enough to begin working on fixing it. It will be a long process before I'm completely "healed" and I may always have to give it some attention, but it's not crippling anymore, and I feel like I have control of it whereas with your solution I think I'd always feel like it was right on my heels. To each their own though. Either way, there's no harm in learning more about how our brains work. If you mentioned something about paying attention to depression then ignore this comment. I'm a terrible listener. :^)

[@mitchellpayne3674]

Appreciate this vid Louis. Dealing with depression, PTSD, SAD, and ADHD. Dead parents, had to amputate multiple 20+ year so-called "friends" etc. etc. And this was really motivational. Much appreciated!

[@turkishsmurf]

Geplus Logger dayum, you better now?

[@tathtath]

I don't have depression, but when i have a lot of things to do and always feel busy i feel the most happy.

[@tathtath]

+MrMac5150 if you would be my friend in need and i would have time, then sure. But since neither of those is valid - no thanks :P

[@aw7245]

+MrMac5150 xD

[@VenturiLife]

Having purpose in life helps people a lot. That great feeling of achievement when finishing a task well etc. When people hit retirement, and stop doing things, it can be a problem.

[@tathtath]

That's why i think sports are the best for short and long term goals. You can work to achieve them and there is always another step to accomplish!

[@baron7846]

The opposite for me.

[@pressbuttonsredbargoup]

There are scores of philosophies, studies and discussions on coping with depression. And yet this gets right down to brass tax and just gives you the practical TL;DR of what you should actively be doing to prevent/get yourself out of the depression cycle. You are what you eat/think/say/believe/do; If 80% of your day is you focusing on being depressed; Then yeah, you're not 'dealing' with depression - you 'are' depression. Good stuff man. I appreciate the unadulterated logic.

[@OskarBlomkvist]

My grandfather died a couple of years ago, the last year he was in a very deep depression. He drank, got angry and blamed his family. When he died, i wasnt sad. I was happy that he finally got to rest and hopefully end up in a better place.

[@sergelavallee913]

You are a good man Louis. I had a very very very hard life which if i tell you about, you would not even beleive me but i almost die of it. I even reach the hospital bed and almost died, pancreatic and hepatite alcool. I lost everything, my wife my 3 daughters, my job, and my health, (alcool and drugs), but, i have been lucky to meet the best psychotherapist in the province, Canada. He save my life. It took me 10 years to get out of it. After i went back to Electronic school, learn electronic, than remarried with a woman who has a 14 years old daughter who is now my stepdaughter, i lost my 3 daughters but God gave me another one, i began to run, jogging every 2 days, 10 kilometers now, stop smoking and drinking since ten years now and i now did started my electronic repair business. I'm also a musician, i play in bars since 30 years. I'm 61. Why i tell you that? Just to tell you that you are right. If you really want you can get out of it and yes you are so right. Do a lot of different activities in one day, go out, meet people, take fresh air, play music with a band, jogging exercise and i promise you your life is gonna change and the depression will go lower. Thank's Louis and keep doing your wonderfull work. I learn so much from you. I live in Montreal and i plan to go to New York next summer and maybe meet you if i have the chance. Take care men. Excuse my english, i'm french. I understand english because i did work in Ontario and Alberta 5 years and i have been in the Canadian armed forces 4 years and i made my electromechanical and electronic course in english at Borden, Ont. Thank's again for all your wonderfull videos.

[@Thepianoman77]

your words are so true. For the first time in my life, I've spent most of my time indoors. I started a per-diem job and only work 2 days a week at a slow hospital. Since I started, I find myself not wanting to do anything. Before this, I was working 48 hours a week on average but I was also going to the gym 5-6 times a day, going out with my co-workers, playing golf and learning how to play tennis. I don't believe I feel depressed but all this free time just makes you think too much and when you have all this free time, it's hard too not think about the bad things that happen in your life. This is why I've been looking for a better opportunity at a hospital to work more. When I work a lot, I don't have time to overthink things. Keeping yourself busy is the best way to live in my opinion.

[@o0AlexG0o]

Shit, man... I thought I had a depression... but from your words.... all I had is flowers. I'm really sorry you had this bad experience in your life. You are a good guy. I wish you good luck in everything you do!

[@thegoodkidboy7726]

Depression doesn't need an external cause. When there isn't one, you just blame yourself for all kinds of crap. Also, I am necroposting

[@ciarfah]

The Good Kid Boy Rise, dead thread! RIIIIIISEEEE!

[@magnusanderson6681]

@@ciarfah your will is my command

[@AlexHeathman]

You doing better me?

[@ac2987]

The Good Kid Boy because it somehow got in our recommended section lol

[@SheepdogColumbus]

This is expert advice. I say that because I have PTSD and depression due to good reason (health issues) AND chemical imbalance due to health issues. I am 31 and have been dealing with this for 19 years. I would consider myself an expert and this is exactly how I keep myself happy today, mostly without meds, as I have taken myself off of those horrible things years ago. When I don't have shit to do, I find shit to do or I am screwed. Sometimes I will do work for free, because money can never amount to happiness, so I would rather work for someone who can't pay, then not work at all. Now I can see how you've become so successful at building your business, pretty much all by yourself. I have done the same with music.

[@Maksinism]

I hope you read this, i think your dad is a real G, an MVP, you having 4,5 years old, he staying sometimes home to take care of her and you, + taking all the criticism from your mom, god bless her, for some, you're not just an apple/...../youtuber, for some you're a mentor, a 3rd party voice that opens and clears, sometimes clears our mind and stand back and rething the actions nad how we portrait ourselfs with priorities and ethics.

[@caseygtr]

Right on the nail man. I have issues with depression myself. I use to constantly dwell on what was wrong in my life and the mistakes I had made but I had started taking steps to make things better. I got into a novel and more prosperous position at my workplace. Was able to make a little more money while having more varied workloads and task. I was able to save up money and build my own gaming pc, then I started getting into gundam models and other diy home projects. Now I'm working towards getting my driver's licence and now I have a Mustang that I can beef up and look nice. My outlook and self image have improved greatly. Overall my days feel more productive and I feel like a person that I can take a little pride in. When I get negative thoughts I can think to the things I have done that were fun and the challenges I was able to solve. You got to live life and find novel, new and exciting things.

[@np51486]

this video i find myself coming back to during tough times, this time including a breakup. thank you so much for uploading louis

[@Volaths]

As a sufferer of depression, thank you for this video. I've been trying a hell of a lot lately but man shit never gets easier.

[@mihirkumar8832]

Louis you're one tough rock of a guy. I've never met you and I probably never will, but you opening up about these issues is helping me a lot.

[@KGIV]

Nice video man. Videos like this can be a great tool for many people. Especially if they pop up on channels where they're not expected. I bet this will help someone today.

[@philipanderegg5973]

I really needed this video. Thank you for opening my eyes to the fact that the one thing going wrong in my life isn't my whole life, and that if I add things to my life, then it becomes a smaller and less overwhelming part. Thank you!

[@chas7surf]

I've watched your individual videos more than once and Thank you for your videos being there when I needed them. This is one of the many i've come back to.TY

[@SmokingNoir]

Hey Louis, just started watching your channel and I'm finding all the repair videos really interesting. This video blew me away. I struggle with my own demons and I'm trying to find my path and after watching this I had to send this just to tell you I got a lot of respect for you. Taking on so many set backs and tragedies and yet still being able to keep your life together, maintain a good perspective on things, and most impressively, acquire a serious skill and open your own business around it, are things you should be more than proud of. Keep it up, you the man.

[@rossmanngroup]

I'm glad to hear it! Fuck the demons. Kick their ass.

[@Thundercube_Music]

I know this is a bit of an older video now, but I really appreciate when you get into videos like this. Tech isn't the only thing that needs fixing. Fixing your brain is a lot harder. This has actually been very helpful for me.

[@Pogohontas.]

This seems to me like the same concept illuminated by this quote; "An idle mind is the devil's playground".

[@bradmad8346]

This is why a tech likes to see a repair work, its at least it is something you can do, and when some says thanks for your help you feel like like you have some value, you can't fix people but you can fix things, I really get it.

[@kittythe5750]

Being someone who at 17&22 dealt with suicide constantly and depression and all that chemical stuff. I've since turned my attitude around and make headway inch by inch to this day. I'm 25 now and the past few years have been making leaps and bounds. To see you at 27 doing all this..give me hope and a fire under my ass to continue my progress. I watch every video I can from you, thank you for the free insight. Helps a lot. Thank you for turning it positive.

[@kittythe5750]

P.S. little blackbeary, your cats name is awesome. I have a tabby named Catnis.

[@DavidAndersonKirk]

Dude, just found your channel through Reddit. Thanks for your treatment to apple, and thanks for this video indeed!

[@catsado]

Dude thank you. You made me realize there are people with more serious problem and they don't bitch about it or get depresses. Your awesome. Thumbs up!

[@thanasisathanasi4965]

My mom has similar issues. When I go back in my childhood I can only recall misery and drama. The worst childhood experience only the devil can imagine !

[@ChenLiYong]

I realized that I focused too much on the bad side of my life and also not enough other things going on in my life to fill up the plate. But recently, I filled up a portion of my plate with listening to your monologue, and I realized in the end of the day, my day felt so much better because now I have your monologue going on in my mind so I don't have that much time to focus on the bad side of life anymore. Thank you for the enlightenment!

[@yourguysheppy]

I have real bad anxiety and what I started doing was channeling that jittery energy into something. Anything. Clean the whole house, tinker with something, walk the dog. It sounds like obvious self-help shit but keeping busy and doing something was the answer for me. Journaling can help too, even if you never read it again there's something cathartic about getting the word salad out of your head. I dunno where I'm going with this, but this video has given me a lot to think about, thanks Mr. Rossmann

[@daars8925]

Louis' wisdom is priceless.

[@ScottBEnigmatica]

I watch your videos very often and I don't think I've ever left a comment but I'm compelled to at this moment. - Thank you for giving the knowledge you give, I appreciate it. If I get stuck on something I don't bother searching the web you seem to always point me in the right direction. Though more often than anything I'll watch and listen to your videos while I'm working on something because you keep me from slacking off or making sloppy mistakes. The reason I do that is in part a way I deal with depression. I keep myself busy and you are a great motivator and superb teacher and not just of tech. -Scott

[@rossmanngroup]

Thanks for watching!

[@aldotech8848]

Louis well said brother..... dude you have no idea how helpful videos like this are to all of us out here dealing with the daily grind!

[@blargblarghonk]

I don't necessarily have an issue with depression. I just have depressive "episodes" or so the doctors say. I learned from a young age I need to give myself something other than internal focus to keep me busy otherwise I just get "depressive". So There's usually not a time of the day I'm not doing something. Whether it's reading about random crap on the internet or building old scrap computers or working on cars or just reading a book. I keep myself busy however I can so I cannot interally focus on me. Because that's where I start getting these sinking feelings etc. That's just my solution. I think that plays in with your life is a plate whats on it thing.

[@rossmanngroup]

+blargblarghonk exactly!

[@rossmanngroup]

+blargblarghonk exactly!

[@rossmanngroup]

+blargblarghonk exactly!

[@elson2k]

+Louis Rossmann I hear you... Listening to the story of my life. Stay cool, man. You're doing it right. btw, I have six cats. Ultimate anti-depression tool...

[@youtubkeeper]

I can relate. I don't want to put words in your mouth so I'll explain my version: I generally don't feel happy or content despite having a good job, money, friends, family, a house, etc. I didn't have a particularly rough childhood or anything. But I still mostly just feel apathetic. I will often have occasions where I hate everything, feel useless and don't feel like doing anything for no good reason. But I've learnt to reassure myself that these feelings will go away in hours or at the most days and that it's just my brain/emotions playing tricks on me. I guess I'm learning to accept that I'm just not programmed to be happy often, like many people are. I've been told by doctors that I have depression and anxiety, but I'm functional. Keeping busy definitely helps and is one of the main tools doctors teach you to use.

[@stewartmcfarlane2008]

Your answer was right there, it was non verbal in the opening shot: To keep depression away, get two black cats. They are beautiful. There is a biochemical basis for this finding: serotonin & oxytocin, the "Happy Hormones" are released by the simple act of stroking your pet. The pet gets the same benefit too.

[@MichaelFlatman]

how to solve depression: get a cat

[@cranknlesdesires]

If step one fails, get another

[@UnicaLuce]

or just get a dog instead.

[@billybbob18]

Cats and dogs are pretty smart. They can pick up on your feelings in a scary way. The look of concern is recognizable in cats and dogs. Dogs tend to be more receptive but both care about their human companions.

[@StigDesign]

@@cybersamiches4028 yes i have 3 and it helps :D

[@floriankudlikshobbyraum]

Or get a Plate.

[@iAMtherealdogman]

This is a genuis way to describe this. Looking back now i realize my low points were when i had nothing on my plate. Now i have many things on my plate and life has been much better interestingly. Thanks for the concept therapist Louis

[@iAMtherealdogman]

More like a mentor but, yeah.

[@ihadtochangename2658]

You are a precious person, sir. A valuable human being. :)

[@joelcorlett8005]

Thanks man I really need this one today.

[@majdaasee4744]

When you are really depressed, you can't think logically, unless someone who has great positive influence over you guides you into becoming better....

[@CJVS995]

And whats funny is half the time even then there's a resentment in the end. Crabs in a Bucket, Tall Poppy Syndrome etc etc.

[@hrodebertcoad9848]

I can confirm this helps. It's definitely not a fix but it's always helped me a lot to have a ton of different things to keep my mind off the bad things. I've struggled lately financially and that's put me back a bit, but I've been coping a lot better than ever before.

[@ShinkuGouki]

I'm glad you shared this. I recently made it out of a deep darkness. I'm surprised how many people deal with depression. I wish people realize that there is a way out

[@deepblue69uk]

Great advice as always. Often those that give the best advice have experienced the most pain but have learned from the experience. Always enjoy watching your videos. You're a decent guy Louis.

[@Aleph-Zero]

Valid & sound. I think depression also has to do with the dichotomy of analysis & synthesis. Analysing experiences rather than synthesizing, that is, adding to experience leads to depression.

[@6581punk]

When you get tired of fixing macbooks you should become a motivational speaker.

[@itmighty]

Such an important video man. Most people either over or under simplify the issue. This is extremely sound advice. Although some people arent able to choose how their brain works, one additional thing like this can make the world of difference.

[@iHitchiti]

I watched this Wednesday and I've had some of the most positive days I've had in a long time. Thank you Louis

[@sebsanmusic]

I appreciate how honest you seem to be. Thanks for the video. It really helped me today!

[@buildfrom]

Highly commendable that you've shared this with your KZbin followers. Respect to you.

[@tomg5187]

I can relate a lot to the situation you talk about with your mother and the whole blame thing/family. Thank you Mr Rossman!

[@tx4870]

Louis thank you for an honest, insightful and helpful discussion on dealing with depression in a simple way that actually makes more sense to me than my psychiatrist does. The full plate analogy with different items makes so much sense to me, because yes while I'm Bi Polar and on medication I'm still struggling to manage after a stroke a couple of years ago, because prior to that I was able to self manage, well at least I believed that I was. I'm going to have a crack at what you discussed, and if I fall over a few times I'm still going to have a go at getting back up and continuing because what I have now isn't working.

[@megawattapps]

I LOVE how the cat just jumps on your sofa like that at 0:00. At the VERY beginning of the video

[@nersesarslanian6751]

very clever way to keep depression away. But it takes a lot of effort and motivation to keep these different things on your plate. I agree that just focusing and doing one or two things through your daily routine will likely get you depressed because how much one bad thing can throw your whole day off, but for me it's also the boredom and the monotony of doing the same thing over and over again. I've been struggling with depression since college and the only thing that worked for me after meds and therapy is reading, writing, exercise and dabbling in different creative projects. The issue is that I was not very disciplined and consistent with my hobbies. They just came and went. It was in grad school that I started forcing myself to do different things not related to my studies that I realized that I had a stronger buffer against depressive episodes. If I was stuck or bothered by something in college, I distracted myself with friends and hobbies. If something in my personal life blew in my face, I did the same but also studied harder. The key things are (1) getting enough sleep, (2) exercising, (3) eating (relatively) well and (4) having a good social support system. Every depressive knows all the things you have to do to get better, but I liked the way you put it: "having different things on your plate". It makes it look like you have different things in life to look forward to. Thanks for the video, I really like your advice : )

[@ppleater]

I like the message to your video. I've had depression for the past 2yearsish. Sadly I can't really find anything that I enjoy. I love how you are a very genuine person. Keep up the great work.

[@DonalKavanagh1963]

Just found you today. Was watching your board repaid videos & came across this gem. This clip spoke right to my Soul. I've had many similar experiences as you mentioned, including my Defacto Wife having OCD. Thank you so much for posting this. I have lived as you described throughout my life but never really noticing the times I'm most depressed I've been the most inactive. You have made me realise something I knew but never really saw. Live long and prosper Louis. 👍

[@Godsavethecrumpets]

3 years later and this video gets recommended to me, but you know Louis this video is inspirational.

[@scoutclapscheeks2203]

This is actually true. I got into my dream school using this. Shitty home life, nonexistent today... So I enrolled full-time, varsity sports year-round, part-time job, tons of clubs, you name it. In the end, I only came home to sleep for most of my high school career. I applied to the Ivies and FAFSA during my senior year, alone. I graduated valedictorian, alone. Now I'm in the freshman dorms, and suddenly, I don't feel alone anymore. It was all worth it. Stay busy, focus on improving so that you don't need to feel like this anymore. Think critically. Don't give yourself the time to think about anything other than the next step towards your goals.

[@DaveThreeOfFive]

Great advice ! I know of people and myself also who could benefit from this. My mum used to say the wanting is always better than the having. You should always have happy things to look forward to. Thanks again Louis!

[@Heathfx5]

damn, I feel like I'm listening to an older and wiser version of myself who has discovered time travel. I love hearing your thoughts that relate to real-life experiences, I hope you never quit making videos like this!

[@supercrazymario404]

This is the first person I’ve ever seen to not read from some stupid script about depression and giving the same BS. You make so much more sense than anyone else. I’ve been depressed constantly for 5 years but I’ve pulled myself along with this ball and chain. I’ve really got to do more stuff if I’m going to have a full plate

[@rossmanngroup]

I wish you the best of luck. It is a tough journey.

[@rossmanngroup]

but it is worth it!

[@rodgermccallister1606]

If you close you eyes it's so easy to imagine this being a Ted talk. You are such a motivational speaker and such a wise man. Thank you for sharing your wisdom

[@charger19691]

It takes alot courage to talk about depression. Being a sufferer of Depression for over 30 years, I have to say that your advice is excellent. People that suffer from depression need to keep the mind active and along with therapy and sometimes medication, you can beat Depression. Thank you Louis for your words of wisdom and sharing some of your experiences with the world. It's not a easy thing to do.

[@insanemadcat9]

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf anecdote seems appropriate for this one. Thank you for this video, truly. It's so simple but so helpful

[@pdrey100]

About the spoon hitting the sink. My "dad" would give you "the look" if you opened and closed a kitchen cabinet because the magnets on them would trigger him. Thank goodness it didn't effect me(nose growing).

[@dark_sunset]

Helpful video. I want to try and implement this technique. Thanks Mr. Rossmann.

[@ulf___]

The problem is putting good stuff on the plate. Thanks, man I was following you for the apple stuff but I appreciate these kind of videos.

[@JermaineSam]

The more and more I watch your content, the more I think of you as an amazing person. Thanks!

[@paveltovv]

love you man. thanks for sharing and caring about other people.

[@duality4y]

I hope we are a good food group. You are a strong person and it is inspiring

[@sh0esffa342]

This is a wonderful way to put it into perspective. Once I really think about it your one hundred percent right on this. When I'm only focusing on one thing I can be easily put into a bad mood, when I have multiple things, whether they're small, big you name it. It doesn't affect me nearly as much. I'll be sure to keep that on my mind once I graduate high school. Appreciate the pro tips Ross, hands down one of the best speakers on my sub list. Also one more thing to add. I love how you throw the word "fuck" around like a football. It's hilariously casual and welcoming.

[@zyzzyva57]

As a Microsoft user, my only Apple product is an ancient iPod for podcasts. So nice to find someone having the same issues I have with an Apple product. For example, I cannot just do certain things as drag & drop! My iPod's podcast is a royal mess, because I cannot do certain things to make the podcasts show as I want. Keep up the excellent work.

[@zeldamaniac3188]

I like this. Few people are able to deliver an idea about improving your life like you do, Louis. The concept of adding things to your plate isn't new, but lots of people try to ram specific activities that _they_ like down your throat as if they are the end-all solution to your depression. In contrast , you say (without any arrogance )how this isn't a 100% solution for depression. And, that people should find their own activities, that they are allowed to fail at, instead of generic cookie-cutter eye-of-the-tiger ideas.

[@Z00L..ChUpAcUpS]

I have now saved this video so I can come back to it when I need it thank you and omg your kitty 🐈 is the best 😁😉

[@badjim4323]

This is really inspirational...I am a studio engineering student with some problems...you really inspired me to take up with electronics and make my own pedals and stuff! Thanks a lot Louis,greetings from Greece!

[@Ahmad-kr8tf]

This is one of your best videos as I can relate to it on so many levels especially the issues you reference with your mother.. I love your condor it's very genuine... Best of luck with all your endeavors...

[@petar-kresimirculina9154]

Although I'm not really interested in electronics repair, I love watching your videos. Great life and business advices and you have a good and realistic view of the world around you! Keep up the good work!

[@chas7surf]

@Louis Rossmann - You are much appreciated.

[@jackdaniel1362]

I started watching your repair videos and they are great. Thanks for sharing your experiences, views , and advice.

[@twohseven]

You do have some great words of wisdom my friend!

[@ΙωάννηςΚαλογερούδης]

That's a very good perspective, thanks man.

[@tazzz69dazzermind35]

Γιαννακός Καλόγερος Γειά σου μεγάλε. 😅.👍

[@dylanberry7822]

I will say because of Louis I plan on adding board repair to my plate thanks to Louis! It truly is amazing when you have good things going how much it can alter depression.

[@holysecret2]

This is precisely what I am doing wrong. When something goes wrong in my day, I stop everything else, hopeless, or ashamed, and go on dwelling on that thing for the day, sometimes for several days, not doing anything productive. I don't really know how to snap out of a state like that...

[@ChristopherGiannoulis]

Louis you have integrity. I wish you always be healthy and strong!

[@PlusNeu]

Thanks man. Keep the necessary talk going. You are appreciated. Fist bump from Argentina!

[@jonydarksy2600]

Sorry about your mom L! Respect from me to you, great video here!

[@yamancool63]

Louis- great video. Thanks for sharing. I started watching your channel because I like watching board repair, stayed for the philosophical videos.

[@rossmanngroup]

Thanks for watching!

[@songphitran1485]

Wow, you have a lot on your plate. Really appreciate that you can share this with us. Keep up the great content man.

[@victorferawm]

Thank you man. Real talk. Great life insights. Love the way you put this together. Straight to the point. Appreciate your candidness. Dam good kid

[@EveryTimeV2]

I had some interesting information from a man who suffered from depression and owned a talk show of sorts, and he was pretty forthright with the struggle, it was some time after Robin Williams died, the one from Flubber and Ms. Doubtfire. He said, it's best not to view depression as a battle, because you might get ideas that you can win. And when you don't win the battle, you view it as being lost for a real reason. And you being depressed might view that as a personal failing, like you lost that battle, or that you were beaten in some way. Depression isn't a battle to win, depression is a disease that people live with and endure. Doctors and psychologists can help.

[@AlexeyFilippenkoPlummet]

Sometimes instead of corn you get spoiled corn though, and once you have a bite, there's a nasty taste in your moth and smell that will not go away for half a day or sometimes even for a few days, and you have to eat everything else combined with the aftertaste and smell. Surely some dishes can be engaging and you'll be able to forget about the nasty smell, but once you finished them, you notice the smell all over again. That's how life feels for me and that's how I'm left after dealing with shitty people. Of course I can deal with nobody and be completely lonely, but I feel that's a path to absolutely vegetable mood. But the info in this video is still valid in any situation, great talk, thank you.

[@antman7673]

Talking about depression is important. -Societies need this a whole lot more than makeup tutorials.

[@icosahedronman]

I hear you man. I did the same thing to turn my life around. The multiple things on my plate are : 1. A nice Duolingo streak 2. A Headspace meditation streak 3. Cycling and tracking my heartrate progress . These things help me build that sense of progress day-over-day that is SO effective in countering depression. . Ofcourse, you may ask, how to get yourself motivated enough to begin these ? I'll tell you... I did not build up these daily habits in a week. It took me months of habit engineering (TM) to build these up. . Start with ONE habit...you'll get the most leverage out of either exercise or meditation. . Hope this helps. GREAT VID man ! Great Vid !