Am I Getting Too Old...?

[@AbroadinJapan]

Mate you’re 27. Wait until you’re 31. That’s when the fun truly ends.

[@nightmarestudios8048]

Was that the age you started KZbin, Chris? Were you trying to reclaim that old fun?

[@fiverr.hilmeen443]

Hi daddy chris

[@ammi5311]

physical problems passive debuff you

[@fiverr.hilmeen443]

Or should i say daddy ironmouse ?

[@kumadesu9589]

So Garnt is really having fun

[@CHEFPKR]

I turned 35 in December. Find me cosplaying Uzui at Anime Expo 2022.

[@lamcb.9476]

I’ll want a vid on your channel to prove it though ;)

[@Crow-tf2dv]

Bruh you don't look a day over 30

[@Dyundu]

36. Rocking a Kanan Jarrus cosplay these days (not anime, but SW Rebels is a great show, s2 onward).

[@400cabal]

Tengen "I have three wives" Uzui

[@CHEFPKR]

@@Crow-tf2dv I'll take the compliment ;]

[@MasakoX]

It's OK to have your tastes and hobbies adapt as you develop. So long as it brings you happiness or satisfaction, then you do you!

[@tvsizedanimechannel7288]

God 🙏🙏🙏

[@tvsizedanimechannel7288]

I love your voice actor you so cool

[@BuPan]

But... Masako?!

[@richardwest895]

HELLO big fan enjoy your vidoes

[@IsaiahSenku]

BUT MASAKO!

[@user-rs1wc9qs3n]

I'm a 30 year old viewer who's watched you for years (in my 20s). There's generally so much fear among young adults about turning 30 like it's this horrible thing. In reality it's one year from 29. It's true that this mentality of not really caring what others think, being content and satisfied with yourself and your life where you're at right now. That is what these young adults afraid of it don't see. It's fear of the unknown, and a lot of ageism especially online reflects this due to this fear of inevitably aging but it's like your 20s but more grounded. More self assured. More content with who you are as a person. To me its an upgrade. Your teens and 20s are a time of figuring out who you are as a person. Your 30s are for living as the person you know you are.

[@lucyandecember2843]

o.o

[@wisteria1816]

I'm in the same position and couldn't agree more!

[@venci16]

i'm 31 almost i'm a bit of a mess with socializing,but when i turned 30 got pass a fair bit of it,still worst possible time for me to do it with corvid,but getting my life together that i didn't in my 20's

[@AnimeLoverMusic]

Turned 26 two months ago and I already very much agree. It's probably influenced having older friends for the first time in my life, but I'm really grateful for the broader perspective its given me. Not just for 30s, but even older (dated someone in his early 40s)

[@shessomethingelse1639]

I'm 18 years old, about to turn 19 later this year, and that is such a beautiful way of thinking about life. It certainly eases my anxiety about growing up.

[@halomerc5423]

At the age of 12 I would sit in my room reading and or listening to old classical music or some jazz. Sometimes younger people do "older people" shit. Doesn't mean you're old. If it's an old or young person thing that's just a label. Just like saying "this is a thing only boys do" when talking about playing with certain toys or video games. Nah that's just a category label it doesn't define you

[@yurikuki]

I though you were 12 there for a second but then I checked ur profile and saw that u made ur account 2010. This dude way too eloquent at writing to be 12. My bad. 🤣

[@painlesslynx5550]

@@yurikuki who knows maybe he craeted his account as soon as he was born LOL

[@conformist]

while it is just a label, is there correlation between younger ppl doing something vs older ppl doing something? for example, older ppl most likely wouldn't play with teddy bears in a way that a 5 y.o. would. and back to Joey's point, which is that he think he's doing things more often older ppl like to do vs younger ppl do.

[@kymensannongspung1677]

@@painlesslynx5550 LMFAO

[@tronoankirayoshikage7331]

FAXXX!!! YOU SPEAKIN BIG FAXXX!!! (FACTS)

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

In other words, time flies indeed, Joey. It feels like you blink once and a year has already passed. Life is so short dude, live your life the way you want to and cherish it.

[@retrolyzee]

There's just some times in quarantine I rethink the fun times I had with my classmates, in some point it really feels bland to be stuck in the same room wondering what should I do to make the most of the time :(

[@Mawnt]

@@retrolyzee You’ll survive! Think of the good times ahead!

[@GutsPsn]

Are you the real one?

[@GutsPsn]

You changed your pfp if you are

[@yurithesurgicalthigh3600]

Now you're just a part of my life, just some guy without a moustache

[@Gideon.schwerter]

It's refreshing to hear someone say "I'm okay with getting old". We've been too bombarded with this need to fight aging, and do as much as we can right now and fast. It's nice to hear that at the end of the day the important thing is to enjoy the process and do what fills you at your own pace.

[@yatsenkoanton]

It's wrong to completely abandon to fight aging as well. At least physically: I don't want to be a broken man by the age of 40-50. Also it feels wrong to COMPLETELY refuse to connect with the modern day stuff, like technology, trends and so on. But you are right, people change with age and it's wiser to accept these changes instead of pretending that you are still an juicy 18 year old teenager

[@rumplstiltztinkerstein]

@@yatsenkoanton be it in 2 days or 50 years. I just want to have a clear mind and no regrets when my time comes.

[@Gideon.schwerter]

@@yatsenkoanton completely agree. I'm just tired of things like cosmetic procedures to look younger, or the enormous pressure to have your life resolved at a certain age. I think it's nice to live one's life at each person's pace.

[@nourmuhsen]

That's what is called wisdom.

[@nourmuhsen]

@yatsenkoanton Well, physically you're absolutely right. And also trends are not really essentials. You can just do your own thing.

[@modvavet]

So, I have 15 years on you. I'm about to turn 42. In your 27 years you have built one hell of a life. I can only wish that I had gotten myself together a bit younger. I mean, I've done some shit. I lived in Okinawa for a year when I was in the Marines. It was one of the best years of my life. Everything kind of fell apart for the next decade or so after that. A lot of it sucked, and I really could have done better. I finally caught a couple of breaks and pulled myself together in my 30s, and now I own a house out in the country, with some land, and a job that I love. I know that was kind of a ramble, but the point is that you are just kicking ass and I wish that I had had the gumption to pull myself together and live my dreams the way you are. You and Aki make me happy. Seeing the life you've made together makes me hopeful. I'm glad that you've made it. Keep it up, and keep doing more awesome shit. It does my heart good.

[@Ninzumecha]

My 30’s flew past, my age doesn’t matter to me at 41. I bought my first skateboard last year and still watch anime, currently watching Yu Yu Hakusho.

[@aarondowning5791]

Yup. Just turned 49 and I don't really worry about it anymore. Joey is acting like his 30s are going to be his 60s.

[@Dyundu]

I remember Dan Avidan talking about how his musical goals only really started to get completed in his thirties, and he’s finally able to really get into the music he wants to write now in his forties. I’ve said elsewhere-age is a number.

[@Friendly_Neigborhood_Astolfo]

27 and still make time on the weekend to watch anime

[@monzuch.4882]

As a mid twenty something myself, I kinda feel the opposite, like I wasted the last several years, and life is kind of just now getting started for me. For anyone feeling similar, or feeling like it’s too late to try something new or you’re late to starting life or you’re getting too old, my advice is to stop and tell yourself, “Ok, I’m not where I want to be at this age, but in 5 years, I can either still be here, or I can be a little closer to where I want to be. Either way, that 5 years is coming.” Not sure if this made any sense, but anyways, great video, love the content dude, and please keep it up!

[@lucyandecember2843]

o.o

[@maryjane9407]

Yes same! Ive spent most of my adolescent years just floating around. But now I feel like im doing what I want to be doing or like Im more sure on what I want to do.

[@strawberrik]

This resonated with me so much. Thank you! 🙏

[@velvetfym]

I feel like this and I’m 14 lmao

[@Kaedalus]

Thanks for that :)

[@tenaciousrodent6251]

I'm 43: Collecting Komi-san manga and recently bawled my eyes out reading Clannad. Just do what is love!

[@johnny5805]

Joe, you're EVOLVING, not getting old. Imagine if we all stayed the same mental age forever. It would be a living hell.

[@lokksiders__2151]

True, I don't want to stay as a toxic kids you see in League of Legends. That's hell for both myself and the people around me. I picked up cycling, and travelling around with bicycle which is more satisfying than grinding for elos 8 hours a day. But I still play league time to times if my friends invited me just for the nostalgia.

[@shuriken05]

You won't feel it hit you as hard, until you haven't seen your parents for a while and then they look superbly older than you remember and the dread hits you that soon they might not be around. It's scary, yo.

[@Randy-tc3mv]

One of the biggest things you start to realize as you get older is how much your parents did for you and that you need to love them while they're still there to have your back.

[@Cheezeeeee]

it is man. i see them everyday, and i notice it.

[@blurryrecords]

I turned 25 last year. It hit me that I’m half way to 50 which just feels crazy to me, but even crazier and sadder is my dad is almost 70...I don’t like this feeling

[@bassbusterx]

I'm 22 and dad's 54, and I already see how much he has aged. One of my main objectives in life right now is to give him and mom a great worry-free retirement

[@ZeroDurability]

Or they get sick and pass in your 20s... spend time with your parents teens. You eventually won't be able to.

[@scoongula]

I'm about to turn 25 in a few months, still struggling to even get my first job in the midst of a pandemic. Shit's scary and stressful, especially with mental health issues on the side. Videos like these are comforting though. Thanks, Joey, for reminding me that sometimes time just flies too fast and you have to embrace the changes that comes with it. Gotta enjoy what little you have.

[@BillyBobBrockali69]

I walked up to a taco bell and they gave me a job right away same with walmart but I'm working in the warehouse in the freezer I make $1,200 a week

[@BillyBobBrockali69]

I also have mental health issues and warehouse work is so simple and there isn't that many people you have to talk to same with nigh shifts at grocery stores where all you do is restock stuff

[@scoongula]

@@BillyBobBrockali69 Proud of ya, my dude. I mean that genuinely with no sarcasm, just to clarify. Warehouse work can be kinda tough depending on what person you are, especially doing it as night shift. I've just recently been diagnosed as neurodivergent so that's been a wake-up call over my issues. I'm hoping it's gonna be the leading step to my job searching, while I'm waiting to study overseas sometime soon.

[@BillyBobBrockali69]

@@scoongula I'm also neurodiverse but also have schizoid personality disorder and alexithymia I'm working on it but we have to stay strong 💪and yeah warehouse work and restocking stuff is alot of work if you're not an active person I try and stay in shape I want to see how strong I can get I've also been thinking of doing mma

[@scoongula]

​@@BillyBobBrockali69 Schizo and alexithymia? Holy shit, dude, you're an actual champ honestly. Gonna be rooting for you if you actually get into MMA or something similar. Not gonna lie, it's people like you that remind me folks in harder times are doing all they can to win over life. You're an inspiration.

[@sueKay]

I'm 34 and you're making me feel like a fossil. My joints can predict the weather. In saying that I much prefer my 30s to my 20s.

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

As a 32 year old, I agree with everything written here, lol! And yes, my knees sometimes ache when rain is on the horizon, lol. I think the knee pain started when I did something silly as a teen. I had been annoying my older brother with repeating or singing something, so he kicked me out of the dining room chair I was in (yes, footed me like a wrestler on the turnbuckles!). It ended up being more hilarious than offensive to me. However, the sandwich I'd been eating fell to the floor and I had intented to enact the Three Second Rule...but then the dog gobbled it up. I dramatically fell to my knees on the tiled floor and yelled "Nooooooooo!" as our dog Scooby licked his lips and asked for more 🤣 That memory makes it a little easier to deal with the pain on those days and thankfully, they don't hurt every single time it rains.

[@priest19843]

Bruh, here I am at 36 feeling younger than I did in my 20s. It's a mind set bud, I felt pretty similar at 27. Over time with life changes and moving around the US, I've found myself enjoying things that "older" people enjoy but at the same time I've had an even stronger draw to things that "younger" people enjoy. I feel so much better and happier when I don't think about the things that I like as older or younger. Their mine. No age attached in any way. Good luck and try to break out of that thought process.

[@UnexpectedAmy]

Yup, 36 next week and feel fresher than ever. Heck, looking better than ever too! Always hated this 30 = old nonsense, anyone i know who had that attitude in their 20s acts like its all over now in their 30s. Today is the youngest we'll ever be again. Let's keep getting it, always improving!

[@priest19843]

@@UnexpectedAmy right on friend. Here's to improving everyday as well as feeling and doing better. For ourselves and others.

[@Amin-up1dc]

Didn't this guy used to read a kanji dictionary for FUN when he was 10 years old and NOW he says he's getting "mentally old"...….

[@skywarior01]

I'm 23, and currently in my fifth year of college, studying accounting. I originally got into it because CPAs make good money, but only if they're good at it. I'll admit, I'm not the best student but I'm also not failing. Just hoping that within the next few years, I can get internships, pass the CPA exam, and get somewhere with my life.

[@cleaver3168]

Kudos to you man. I'm currently in my first year in uni also studying accounting. I'm not the best student also but still trying

[@e.c7667]

I’m going to be 21 in half a year and I’m studying accounting (sophomore year is about to start). People are saying that accounting is going to be automated. Is this true?

[@anubisgodess2353]

Joey you may be getting "old" but I think a better way to put it would be you are Maturing. Like a fine wine or a marbled steak thats left to dry age to perfection. And of course with time you get wiser and your content greater with age. That's why we all love you no matter what age we.😊👌🏽

[@odysseasthanos3380]

Nah bro. I like joey too don't get me wrong. But I think he is just getting old.

[@AxxLAfriku]

AAAAAAHHHHH!!!! PAAAAAIIIINNNN!!!!!! I broke my hand yesterday because of the hate comments I get all the time. I was so angry that I punched a hole in my computer. Please don't hate me, dear anu

[@rumplstiltztinkerstein]

True. It's way better to grow wiser than become a 50 year old teenager like a lot of celebrities out there.

[@jazzywuzzydoubunhgu2944]

Wtf are you talking about, joey hasn't changed, it's just that he's feeling old. It's just that he's not watching (as much) anime compared to previous years. I would think we're learning about him more because of trash taste, but our boy the anime maturing *pfft.

[@sonickitch]

I don't think that your getting old. I that because you have done so much in that 17-27 span you mentioned, you've hit that "i don't give a fuck" mentally a few years before your 30's. Honestly enjoy it because it will let you enjoy your 30's more. I didn't hit that mentally until I was 33, I'm 36 now... also Covid changed us mate, in soo many ways.

[@realityDUBSTEP]

Reject modernity, embrace boomerhood.

[@Friendly_Neigborhood_Astolfo]

Nah fam, I seek Balance

[@Ashley-xu1lk]

I also feel old (27) and it started when I turned 25 when I realized I'm halfway through my twenties. When I graduated high school, I did not expect, 10 years later, to still be in college to earn a bachelor's degree. I've changed majors because I wasn't happy and honestly still not really happy but nowhere near as miserable as I was before. I'm about to graduate and while my major isn't my dream job, I just want a job that'll give me a good salary and that I'm competent in. I've barely had any life experiences that I expected to have by now, I feel as though I should've have been in this part of my life in my early twenties. But life moves on and all I can do is move forward by learning how to make myself happy and improve my quality of life. That's the best any of us can do.

[@SummerADDE_Elevators]

As a 1994 dude myself I can tell that I am pretty much in the opposite. I feel like I am stuck being a childish dude in an adult body. Time flies way too fast for me to try out all the dreams I have and it has soon already gone 10 years since I was 18. That scares me sometimes, so basically, I am NOT okay being 28 this year... I rather stay 20 for a few years more and explore the stuff I want to try out in life!

[@HEADASSLOOKINGAHHH]

Omg same dude same. Im turning 28 in a few months with ppl already telling me im almost 30. I feel like im starting to enjoy life and makiing the most out of it, i need 10 more years as a 28 yo, this aint fair...

[@cgaxnn5342]

I getchu fam, i'm 20 but my back feels like 40 and makes me go through an episode of existential crisis.

[@viggyvodka]

Lift weights, especially deadlifts,and stretch. Exercise is the number one proven way to slow aging and increase bone density.

[@SaifAli-yk1vk]

Do hanging leg raises and hang from the pull up bar because it Decompresses the spine. Also do hyperextension and RDL'S it will strengthen your Posterior chain and pul ups/ chin ups with other grip variations.

[@nowl775]

I'm turning 30 soon, so I can relate to what you're going through, Joey. Being at home the past 2 years was a part of it, but it's given me time to explore and try new things. I've gotten into golf, too, along with studying both Photoshop and beginner-level 日本語 (にほんご) at my local community college. It's a process, but I'm loving it. Only regret is not trying them out sooner. As long as it makes me happy, though, that's all that matters.

[@Kurondrion]

God I relate so hard I'm turning 27 here shortly, the last 10 years have just zoomed past me.

[@Syaissee]

thanks joey. your words really comforted me. im 17 and still dont know what to do. but thanks to you, i think i can take my time to decide. thank you.

[@Elzluv8]

I feel especially as an entertainer in an industry that’s kind of ageist I can see why you’re feeling like this. It’s ok to like chilled, and into more mature things it doesn’t mean that you or your content will be boring. I think a lot of your audience has also grown with you we appreciate the shift. I’m glad that you’re leaning into it because it’s easy to get depressed about it.

[@orlando3983]

Great video Joey. I’m turning 22 and I’ve already started to sweat getting old because I feel like it wasn’t that long that I was 16. This video helped me feel better about that, thanks.

[@ShannonPowers]

My husband and I have turned into plant people and bird watching people. We are 34. You change constantly and aging doesn't have to be the catalyst. Enjoying "simple" things isn't bad.

[@mimirudollfie5439]

I'm 34 too. Growing an herb garden and reading books outside my patio is the calming highlight of my evenings.

[@catraphernelia]

i'm turning 22 this year and i feel the opposite... i'm basically going backwards ahaha, getting into the things i should have been into when i was younger haha

[@hejhejhej952]

I feel the same way!

[@chaseanimakes9397]

Yes you are getting old, but you and your content age like a fine wine.

[@samirisaacyuh2248]

@yes we will use the Ligma advertising method you’ll get 140k views daily

[@maxiwaxipads]

@@samirisaacyuh2248 and if you use the fitness advertising method you’ll get 1k views daily

[@MrLigmenarxis]

except Connors. that shit is oof....

[@TiffTumbles]

Becoming more comfortable with yourself and your interests is something I have really enjoyed about getting older. Glad to hear you are going through the same!

[@leodaweeb6969]

I'm 20 and a lot of times I feel like I'm old and that it's already too late to do some things that I want to do, and hearing Joey and other people say how quickly time passes doesn't help either. I know that I have a lot of time and that I'm still very young but I can't help but feel that way.

[@SenbonKaguya]

Nothing is too late my guy. You don't want to live your life with any regrets. There are plenty of things I wish I did when I was younger but that doesn't mean I'll give up. You got a great life ahead of you waiting to be explored

[@leodaweeb6969]

@@SenbonKaguya Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@keoels9642]

i’m in the exact same situation. i’m 20 and when i was 15,16 being in my 20s always felt so far away but it wasn’t until i turned 20 did i realise how fast i’m ageing and how time is never stopping. i know i’m young but i feel as tho i don’t have a lot of youth left and it’s quickly running out.

[@leodaweeb6969]

@@keoels9642 Yeah I feel you! Honesty, I'm not too sure how to deal with it.

[@tgmaps]

I'm the same due. I'm 23 and see young people and do the stereotypical "those bloody kids" in my head

[@tariqzead2338]

This is like a parental talk, thnk you Joey, I'm 16 turning 17, from Iraq, in this country its always scary and unpredictable, I always joke about not reaching 30, but that's honestly what I thought, your words were very comforting so thank you very much.

[@Christi-Ann.Pierantoni]

Being introspective has no age limit. Last week, I turned 51. Since then, I’ve been thinking about what that means to me. I think what makes it difficult in my case is that half of my dad’s side of the family (grandfather, aunt, uncle, and my dad himself) never got the chance to make it past 60. Certain life choices that I saw them make, or I’ve made myself, have definitely weighed on my mind. But, it is what it is, and you have to make the most of things.

[@tehnubrises5533]

Thats very relatable tbh, and yes im also turning 28 this year. Its a bit crazy how motivated/driven i was after i graduated 5 years ago and now i just feel like its quite wack cuz i haven't done anything else for myself aside from just "working for money" and im starting to regret not working on myself and what i will be doing further down the line and i guess i've learnt to accept that a lot of things will change as i get old. Another thing i dread is the day i see my relatives and friends passing as i grow older but i guess i'll think of that when that time comes

[@U8gat3IjNbqM]

Welcome to the true adulthood, Joey! and still 60 more years to go (based on the life expectancy in Japan)

[@hentaiexpert217]

should be life expectancy in Australia

[@ignatz2]

@@hentaiexpert217 Why? he is both Australian and Japanese.

[@ignatz2]

@@hentaiexpert217 and he's living in japan on top of that

[@ofimportance5458]

@@ignatz2 Australian diet

[@Rebotified]

@@ignatz2 I mean chris broad has a british japan diet but a little more british prefering more fatty foods.

[@galoorozco3314]

going to keep my comment short and simple : I really needed this right now thank you Joey

[@GigAnonymous]

Man, that really hits close to home. I'm also born in '94, and I'll turn 28 next week... we'll be 30 in no time man.

[@sonicuzumaki]

Damn joey i feel you, I’m 27 too, my hobbies and interests haven’t changed that much but i get that uneasy feeling on how fast time has passed. But hey man, gotta let life run it’s course right?

[@lordsexypiggy8292]

This video just made me realize how long I´ve been watching Joeys channels, like damn it´s over 7 years now... Feels weird man but also, myself, Joey and all the other people I´ve watched for a long time changing is really fun and motivating in a way

[@Luuky97]

Always hated the "golf is for old men" stereotype. Bro, hitting a golfbal exactly how you wanted is SO satisfying. Messing up can be equally as frustrating though lmaooo

[@SiverJohn]

I think the golf is for old men is mostly because, golf is expensive sadly. I grew up playing it like a child, and haven't played it for about a decade because I can't afford it.

[@Luuky97]

@@SiverJohn Truee, it's SO expensive. Not only the gear, but also greenfees and memberships. It's insane

[@daftpunk672]

Haha I totally get this!

[@ochalfbreedotaku5549]

Always an amazing day when Joey posts

[@AniMin82]

I'll be 40 soon, and what I've realized is, you don't ever really change much after 25, except things start to hurt more and you give less and less f***s. Just keep doing things that make you happy.

[@neonnwave1]

I can already feel my wrinkles kicking in despite the fact I'm not that much older, and I look extremely young for my age to the point people think I'm a teenager. I gotta go change my dentures and fix my back as I yell at kids to get off my lawn.

[@jamelbunny5732]

How old are you?

[@neonnwave1]

@@jamelbunny5732 In my 30s. Won't disclose the exact number for obvious reasons. Joey is 27.

[@CankovaMa]

Goddamn so relatable 🥲

[@thecat1467]

Hey man as someone who just hit 30 and just started a business I feel this! It goes fast but that doesn't ever mean it's too late to enjoy or try something new!

[@akaisgraveyard3872]

i got into Mahjong when i was 12 T-T but from an 18 y.o perspective, I can understand what you are getting at. I have moments where I have to realize im not a child anymore and that in a few months I wont be a student anymore, I'll have to adult, so I can get the general feeling you are talking about

[@ZonbiZonbi89]

Turning 33 on May 4th, love this video. I used to go through an existential crisis every year right before my birthday but 28+ it just doesn't happen anymore. You grow, you learn how to accept yourself more and more and it all just starts to balance out. Good ass vid my dude, gracias.

[@siegwulfVODS]

I totally understand the Mahjong obsession. I got into it about 5 months ago after having to play it for my 100% completion of 竜が如く0(Yakuza 0). Since then I have played a south game or two pretty much every single day lol. Almost hit that elusive master rank on Mahjong-Soul. I've been watching lots of the M-League on Japanese TV too. I'd love to play with you/the commentors someday. Have a good one!

[@aeriii4681]

I'm terrible at mahjong, but it was so much fun playing the game with my family! They're so competitive 😅

[@delix787]

Talking into the camera content is underrated! 😇

[@azraieruslim]

Based on his life experience, moving to another country, setting up his own home, living with another significant person, managing his own business, dealing with other businesses, paying taxes, im pretty sure his oldness in experience wise is much more that regular people 10years more of his age.

[@goldmemberpb]

Yeah. I am a year older than him and I still feel like a high schooler trapped in a 28 year old body because I have just not done much.

[@Stuttsis]

@@goldmemberpb Same, I have not gone far in my life at all. But I´m trying to change it now by starting an education.

[@pakratis]

Going on 34 married for 14 years and 2 kids, still have 2k volumes of manga and still growing still be true to your family and friends also enjoy your hobbies

[@the_homunculus]

I'm 38, and it seems the older you get the less of a f**k you give about what others think of things you enjoy/like etc 🙂 You do you, we only have one life and it goes way too quickly. ☺️

[@soonny002]

My BOY Joey, Being old is inevitable, but feeling old is a choice. Getting old is not about enjoying 'old people things'. Lol. You are still finding the novelty of golf and mahjong exhilarating which is a sign of youth. The feeling of getting old is a 'BEEN THERE DONE THAT' feeling except now it applies to your whole life in general, that's old. Life feels like it has diminishing returns the older we get because we tend to lose our curiosity and wonder about the world. Some people NEVER feel old despite being in their 70s or 80s because they maintain their sense of curiosity and wonder. It is not a good thing to feel old. Keep your youth as long as you can not just for your own sake but for the sake of everybody who watches you! You bring a lot of joy to this world (I love your Trashtaste podcast haha).

[@jujinu1403]

I’m hitting 20 coming this March and honestly isn’t about getting old for me but getting thrust into adulthood is kinda jarring. I think I still have a mentally im still the same kid since I barely met at Anime Matsuri 2016. I was a 14-15 year old kid just happy to be attending the con. Hey I still remember you signed a book that I had called All You Need is Kill. But as I’m attending college I still think about the fact that I’m not gonna have time to do these things I’ve kept up with as a kid. Like anime and manga for sure. Shit I played Destiny at launch date at 12 years old and I’m still playing it going into 20, it’s insane that era is eventually coming to close for me and I’ma gonna those moments where I do hobbies like make my own furniture or even stuff like telling my kids about the things I used to do when I was younger. I really wanna embrace but I haven’t even broken two decades yet so I’ve got a long time.

[@trilby57]

Good video. I didn't get into anime until I was 60 (years after being put off the whole thing by Sailor Moon).

[@dogface701]

Okay so as a guy who recently turned 30, I really have to say thank you Joey this made me feel a lot better about the things I've been getting into the last few years. I should really just love what I'm doing and who I'm becoming, thank you

[@Wolfsbane101]

This is a mood, when I was a teen I was all into younger kid stuff and thought I’d never be into what I deemed “lame stuff” but I’m in my late 20s and I’m all like “oooo scented candles”

[@Aeterin]

When I was 17 I thought I was old and was scared of getting any older.

[@slothy9431]

Started watching you when I was 17. Almost 24 now. We all are getting old haha. You've become like a friend now. Keep posting whatever you like- mahjong, golf, anime and I shall watch it.

[@potterinhe11]

The Ambulance going by in the background as he start talking about growing old is real anime level shit.

[@astider]

Nice reflection Joey! I'm 28 just days ago and at this age, I also spend lot of time thinking about myself. Apart from the hobbies, I think most of people at these ages also compare themselves with friends a lot about their job position, relationship, family and owning a house. That IS stressful. But I agree with you, as long as you can enjoy your life, enjoy it. BTW, I also enjoy sipping a coffee like an old man lol.

[@Logitah]

I'm a year older than you and I know how you feel. Knitting and watching tv with my cat is a common pastime for me. Also, I get excited over potted plants and fancy kitchen equipment... Let's just all be old farts together!

[@brianna3275]

I can honestly really relate with this video. And I love seeing Joey grow as a person. I started watching his videos when I was 15 bc I had a passion for anime and agreed with a lot of his opinions. Now I'm 24, and I've genuinely enjoyed seeing his content change and develop over the years. I started to personally relate to so much of it. Being in a long distance relationship, moving to a new country, finding new hobbies, talking to your younger sibling and feeling OLD, even if we're not old haha. But anyways, thanks for the journey Joey, I can't wait to see how you and your channel grow in another 9 years

[@travelandwatches8]

Now I feel really old being 48. I have not even gotten into golf yet, but whiskey. Scary, not something I ever thought I would get into.

[@vincentalonzo9252]

I like your outlook on getting older Joey. See I'm in the opposite pool where, I am the same age as you roughly but I feel like I am not old at all. Like physically I feel old. Which for 26 is awful. But mentally I feel like I'm in my early 20s still. Hell even 19. I honestly consider that a bad thing tho because it means I don't feel like I have matured much or grown. Like I have in some ways but not many. I guess this video helped me realize this.

[@orlaelric4203]

I understand how you feel. I am only 22 but feel older since I was 12 onwards ( had to mature early due to trauma). I don't like parties and never been into technology or popular stuff. We don't all have to act our age,

[@SuperFHOODI]

Can I say how absolutely in love I am with your recent revival of your second channel. I feel bad sometimes because I’m like it doesn’t get as much views as you’re used to from the first channel. But honestly Joey, as a fan of yours since 2015, I did miss these intimate video with you saying whatever the heck you wanna talk about. And from my limited knowledge of you over the internet, I freaking love you man! Keep being awesome please!! All love - Fahad

[@sneakyskunk1]

Just do what makes you happy dude. You have charisma to spare. That is why we watch you, and will continue to do so. To quote from the popular vernacular,"You do you boo".

[@MyVanir]

RIP Boo.

[@ZGundam64]

I'm 58 and I still play online games and single player games, I read manga and watch anime. I have few friends my age who enjoy these things as most of the people in my meetup group are 20 years younger or more. Having a medical condition allows me to to work my job at home so I tend not to get out anymore. I stopped going to conventions because I tend not to see people my age much anymore. I don't feel old but I do not see people my age much with the same hobbies. That is what I deal with now.

[@TheJeroenbrouwer]

I changed alot into old man mode between my 25th and 30th birthday. Now im 37, and im pretty set on my old man stuffs (being married, having kids, work, having SMITHING as a hobby and some other quirky things). But that doesn't mean your youthful personality or whatever you want to call it, will go anywhere. You will always be you, just a little more informed you, with more experience in life. Don't let age scare you into forcing yourself to become stereotypical adult. I enjoy my isekai with no shame (ok a little shame), i still giggle at memes, still act like my weird self as if im 16. Just with some more responsibilities.

[@tylerIsAPerson]

I'm 87 and going to be 88 this year. My age doesn't really matter to me at all. I recently just bought a skateboard! I still watch anime and play with action figures.

[@KpopOrigami]

I'm 30 and I can attest to time moving way too fast... Like the four years of high school felt like the same amount of time as 10 years as an adult. I also often contemplate how I would feel as a high schooler knowing what my occupation is now and how my life has gone.. some good some bad. Definitely would be upset if I realized I would end up with a bunch of chronic health issues, but I would be pleasantly surprised about other things.

[@marktsunami7206]

I am 59 years old and am very happy with my age..i still do most of the stuff i did when i was in my 20's ,but do a lot more now ....due to my age ,i have tried a lot of stuff and love to try new stuff all the time..so hang in there!!!

[@Xandorram]

I always find it funny when people younger than myself says they feel old xD But I get it, it's not the age, but the mentality. It's the life experience, the wisdom you've gained over the years. How you've matured through life. Though I'm only near 34, oh boy do I feel the "I'm old" many times during the day xD Things I used to do and be into, what the "youth" do and are into today, I catch myself thinking "How? Why? I'm to old for this" It's a really fun topic to discuss, especially when you still feel like a kid at other points :P

[@henta7608]

I always find it funny when people 25~35 say they are old. I think 30-40 maybe even 50 is the peak of your life. You are old enough to not have money issues like in your 20s and if you have looked after yourself (exercise and eating properly) you have enough energy to enjoy doing anything. It might be wrong of me but i always assume people complaing about back pain or other general "old people" aches or issues in their late 20s or early 30s havent looked after themselves. Barring people with medical issues of course, if your body sucks 20s-30s that is your own fault. You aren't old. Just lazy. Not you specifically Xando :D just people in general.

[@clam3405]

This is the most mentally healthy video I think I've ever seen. You have such a good outlook on life, its good to see someone I grew up watching living a good life

[@MizuHime07]

Hobbies of any kind can be enjoyed by anyone of any age; as long as you’re loving it and it brings you happiness THATS totally fine! Honestly I’d see my early 20’s as an extension of my teenage years and once I got to my late 20’s I became more driven on the person I wanted to be. I’m 34 turning 35 and I still enjoy the things I love as a kid (video games, anime, cosplay ext) and I’m embracing the new hobbies I’m learning in my 30’s like knitting, baking/cooking, and building furniture. Just chilling and being content with who you are is really the best feeling there is. If you’re not there yet then you can always improve and learn more things about yourself.

[@bernardocardoso1356]

Good stuff Joey. I'm loving these introspective videos of yours. I'm going to be 30 very soon, and I can't believe I have lived for 3 decades already. I'm happy with who I have become, but I definitely haven't done as much as I would have liked... not yet, at least.

[@wisteria1816]

I'm older than Joey and what I want to tell younger people in their teens and early 20's who are repeatedly told 'this is the best time of your life' is that saying is a load of ****. My 30's have been my happiest and productive time of life so far. So if things are really tough for you right now, trust that they won't always stay that way.

[@RatedEd]

This video really helped me put my own life into perspective. I am now 25 years old trying to make a dream of being a KZbinr come to life while working a full-time job. 15 year old me would’ve said I wanted to be a V/O actor and whatnot, but I have no clue where my life is heading. I’m trying to really get a grasp of that idea, and just live in the moment. Thank you, Joey. 🙏🏾

[@yclawz]

I'm 16 and I'm already feeling old. Less than 2 more years to go and I will be an adult, I'm scared asf. The last 2 years have gone by so fast. I still feel like I'm 14 or something.

[@THOMAS2910able]

I can't tell if this is sarcasm lol.

[@birbfriend4576]

@@THOMAS2910able how dafaq are you seeing this as sarcasm?? I felt the same way at that age...

[@melaniejuarez304]

It’s so refreshing to hear this. It makes you realize that you’re not the only thinking about what it’s like getting older.

[@carolin2544]

Relatable. I always thought "I'll never be like my mom/grandma 😤", and now (at 32 years old) I'm sewing home decoration things like table runners and seasonal pillow covers because the store bought stuff is low quality or just not the right color (pretty much a direct quote from my grandma lol). It's more fun than I thought, and my apartment feels really cozy, especially after being at work all day.

[@sarahyolk]

i've been watching you since 2015 and now i'm in high school (got into your content early bahah)! it really feels like i've grown up with you and gone through the same interests and experiences. i feel pretty mature for my age and i understand you in the sense that you like to chill more nowadays and that you've realised how fast time flies. sometimes i personally prefer to make some tea for myself and look outside than doing more interactive things. and ive grown to accept that too! anyway what im trying to say is that i resonate with how you're feeling and that im taking your advice haha :) keep it up joey, here's some support from syd !!

[@BrooklynSwagg17]

I just started this same type of "feeling old" mentality right now in my early 20's and so far my only solution is just that I've entered a sort of last chance state to learn more. I'm learning/refining my computer skills, reading more about self care and stuff, expanding my vocabulary and now trying to learn a new language and other stuff I wouldn't normally read up on. Not saying this is a sure way to cope with this kind of mentality but if someone wants to try it, be my guest. I hope this helps in a way.

[@vivvy_0]

the brain is finished developing with 25 so you do have time

[@PsRohrbaugh]

It's called having an "old soul". It's pretty comfortable once you embrace it.

[@ghostcat8244]

I hit 27 and I felt the same way honestly… even when I was 24 I was feel worry about getting older but nowadays I felt like aging is a good thing especially the hobbies I still love doing as well as finding new things especially music I been jamming to a ton of I guess emo rap you call it? Since I always been a metalhead feels good opening to new stuff. Same time I haven’t yet found what I wanted in life even though I am still learning.

[@fujinadohira6093]

I can relate to that Joey, Because I am now 19 (this year turning 20) and graduated Last year, still haven't went for uni bc of lacl of money etc. And in The summer i work, but The rest of the season i previously was still in highschool, but now i only Try to improve in my Drawings & one day to succeed being manga artist. So yeah The future is scaring me, but im still moving forward till i see The end of it. Whether i succeed or not i don't want to feel regret in The end for not trying. Thank you for this really inspiring video.

[@adeergg]

I can't speak for everyone but I shared with some peers that I never thought i'd get to 24. Not in joey's way, but in the darker way. Like that age wasn't real to me. That wasn't a thing i'd be capable of. Now I'm here. Time heals some wounds and just like your homework, real life work gets easier the more you do it.

[@asteros_]

Same here. Sending good vibes your way, I wish you a great day

[@statesminds]

I turn 31 this year and never thought I’d get here either and proud of myself as well and I’m comfortable with myself and who I’ve become now. Feels good to feel content and I enjoy what I want to enjoy.

[@RageElixirGames]

Very relatable, as a KZbinr you feel like life is going very fast

[@matthew_natividad]

And you feel like you haven’t don’t much

[@s.michaelis1020]

I love how self positive this video is, I'm really glad you're happy Joey

[@haanqi]

I'm around same age and recently I just noticed myself doing more and more this weird self-reflection out of nowhere. Then it just suddenly hit me like a truck that "Damn, I'm really getting old, huh." lol.

[@NeonSake13]

34 here...my dude, enjoy the ride and have fun...you start being you when you reach your 30s... you stop caring about what everyone things of you or your passions...and it's amazing

[@LongXue]

I realize I'm getting old, when I genuinely felt happy receiving a home appliances as a gift.

[@rabbitfaster]

honestly, awesome video. its really great to see someone able to just be at peace with where their life is going. Im a bit older and went through this moment a while back as well. you realize at some point like you have now that life is what it is. we find happiness where we can and that truly does matter.

[@quinden5588]

I am 19 right now, my mom recently found a complete gray hair on my head and picked it out. Of course I was like "Why did you do that, it stings a lot." When she showed it to me I was kind of perplexed because I thought getting gray hair is something that only happens to old people. I am not sure if it is a genetic thing or because of getting more stressed in school. I don´t know. Hell, in 3 years I could have half my head without hair. Scary thoughts.

[@robvfx89]

Many of us just feel the need to go into things that are of a slower pace, more offline nature, and this isn't necessarily a symptom of becoming old but just social media and online fatigue. you're a content creator so the effect must be ten times as strong. Personally I'm getting much more into language learning not for any particular work related goal but just for cultural interest. I also crave stuff that is not work related or that doesn't have to be integrated into work somehow. The older you get the less each year is a proportion of your total life, the age becomes a bit arbitrary after 30 until retirement age. Don't worry about it man, I felt the same way, and I also became comfortable with my age. I think maybe your pondering is amplified by the fact that you live in Japan where maybe there are more cultural expectations for age, and what a person should be doing. Who knows, you can tell us. Nice video Joey!

[@Sindragozer]

Leading up to 30 i started feel a lot of existential dread, but as soon as i turned 30, it basically all melted away, the social pressure of being in my 20's was over, and i felt almost free

[@NathanLazyBear]

It's very valuable to go after old man interests. Everything up and around it look at you and wonder why, it's just when you are in it, these hobbies pay off in dividends and keep you stronger later in life. You have experienced and made the claim that you are more dad then others, and it's true, you have so much life experience now and it's fantastic. Keep up the good work and keep up sharing these outlooks, expressing them helps alleviate the group of any growing pains they are also experiencing. It's cool to grow up together.