On therapy, tigers and retirement

[@tresheureuse]

Love you Adam. I wish you u all good things. I am a 70 year old woman. Your channel helped me connect with my 18 year old nephew. That is priceless. Don’t underestimate your positive impact.

[@99sonder]

That is, indeed, priceless!

[@daryld4457]

@99sonder alright Bill Shatner, calm down.

[@irishmarine3]

I feel like most of your die-hard fans would know by now that you started making videos to support your family, and you've never hidden any of that from us or acted like a snake-oil salesman. You deserve some tranquility after giving all of us a ton of great, memorable content, basically for free.

[@nate_storm]

well he did make that vitamins video once

[@AverageAvidWatcher]

I've had a suprisingly recent realization that I've never cooked a recipe from a single one of your videos, even though I have watched all of them (or close enough). You have an amazing personality, and if that personality, whom I've enjoyed watching for all these years, wants to put his sparkle in different fields, I am all for it. This video encapsulated perfectly why we enjoy watching you, the wit, the honestly, the factually and, well, you.

[@grunchidetrap476]

I can guarantee you that 90% of the people that watch his videos have never cooked one of his recipes

[@lapaleves]

@@grunchidetrap476 don't be like that. man just survived a tiger attack. i learnt a lot, so i hope Adam did his research well. just one example is putting white wine into everything including the cook, and then explaining to the family it's not the drunken knife skills but hete-ehte-heterogeneousity....

[@wolfxor]

Adam, if you are reading all these comments, my thoughts went straight to the same place @davidalves3636 did. I’ve never sat in a kitchen cooking things you’ve presented. I, on several occasions, disagreed with your methods. It didn’t stop me from watching and I watch because you’re entertaining, interesting, and really make a connection with your viewers. I watch the fish tank videos for the enjoyment of watching what you’re working on and are passionate about. I appreciate that you brought this to us though as if you hadn’t, I’d be very confused at the sudden shift and the lack of content and that would frustrate me. You do you man. Keep yourself mentally healthy and happy and enjoy that wonderful family of yours and just know there are people out here in this internet void who truly appreciate what you contribute to the world no matter how many hours you work in a week. And if you suddenly stop all of this tomorrow, I’d be sad but also happy that I got these years of being able to flip on KZbin when I was bored and got to watch someone do something cool.

[@gravitoni32283]

Not quite in the same boat since I found the channel very early because of my love of cooking and have made a ton of his stuff (shout out to the chicken Tikka and chicken Tikka masala that is in my regular monthly rotation). However Id watch Adam essentially regardless because he's been so real and transparent and for me, that is the most compelling content to watch

[@gjits5307]

Recipes are for bakers!

[@danielnilson6115]

Remember Adam, we didn't watch your videos because of the food. We watched it because of you.

[@MatthewSchellenberg]

I mean, I watched it because of the food. But I like Adam too. Would love to meet him and shoot the breeze.

[@jeffmckee1825]

As an aquarist (50+ years) , the aquarium ones are interesting as are the food and food science ones.

[@dantegoth1]

Started with the food around 20k(I think) subs and stuck with Adam till now because of him.

[@PiriyaSambandaraksa]

I watched because of the food. But I also come back because I like Adam.

[@X-boomer]

True

[@malus314]

I’m delighted, honestly, that we get to keep having you in any capacity at all. Fish tank videos, cooking videos, philosophy videos, Adam-got-drunk-and-has-THINGS-to-say-goddammit videos. I, for one, will take’em all. I enjoy your approach to content in general and how thoughtful you are with topics and research. It’s even calming to me, so I’m happy we all get to keep this mutually beneficial “you post videos, we watch videos, you get money, we get enjoyment” arrangement going for however long it lasts. Best to you on your journey, familiar stranger!

[@nicolaspadula9791]

I thought I had dreamt that drunk video. DId he remove it?

[@InSearchOfLight117]

Well said, and I agree.

[@DarrienGlasser]

Even in his semi-retirement era, Adam remains the king of sponsor transitions

[@Angel-nl1wy]

Just thank you for not turning this into a betterhelp ad

[@oldcowbb]

but headspace is fine?

[@Mantulisme]

too many youtuber still dont know how bad betterhelp is

[@PagingDoctorMabuse]

He quite literally did

[@ILordSpawnI]

@@oldcowbb This whole thing feels like an ad.

[@uwuppa]

@@oldcowbb for context, betterhelp has ties to a certain genocidal government entity.

[@azilbean]

1. I started following you because I liked the way your brain works, and I liked the way your voice sounds... food was secondary to that. 2. That is still true today. 3. Welcome to your mid-life crisis-era when we all are ready to do something different, and that's okay. In fact, it's even encouraged. 3. You have worked very hard to put yourself in a position where you can step back and do what makes you happy, and that should be applauded. It's what we all aspire to. You are leading us by example. 4. You deserve to bask the glory of your hard work and enjoy yourself and your family... no guilt required. 5. You do you, and we will all be along for the ride!❤

[@liddybird3608]

Yes to all that. It was at least a little about the food, though, or maybe more about his attitude towards food. The matter of fact, practical, down to earth, I do it this way because I like it this way attitude, which reminds me of myself, I guess.

[@traugustine5240]

Hello Adam. I feel you man. All of what @azilbean said is true (I have some minor disagreements about pt.3). Also I wonder if you have ever tried philosophy. I think you are grappling with the age old question of "what is a good life". Anybody who watched your channel can see that you have a philosophical bend. Just wondering if you have ever tried it seriously. Might be worth it (for you as well as others). I know it is unsolicited advice. If you think it doesn't make any sense, please forget that I commented. I hope you will get through this phase and find purpose again.

[@peterreisberger150]

I could not have said it any better.

[@kidyuki1]

Exactly this

[@monkeychemist]

That was the deepest self-reflection I've ever heard on KZbin. Thank you for opening up and allowing us to think internally. I really appreciate what you've done over the years and will continue to support you because YOU ARE REAL

[@epicgardening]

Amazing video Adam, resonates extremely hard

[@AstroNope1]

ayeee EPIC!!

[@nygreenguy]

Just because I cannot escape my tiger doesn't mean I can't be happy. For someone who has. Good luck Adam.

[@RIPMrAlwaysFirst]

We’ll always support YOU, Adam! You do what’s best for your mental/physical/spiritual health, and I’m all for that!

[@borisssman]

The best videos are the ones that you are passionate about, I watch this channel nowadays mostly for the person that you are and not necessarily the topics anyway

[@tyrelirwin]

Adam, you are consistently one of the most down to earth and transparent youtubers I follow. You don't owe anyone an explanation, and we'll all be happy with whatever you decide to produce.

[@letterquake]

Thank you for finally making me understand how therapy works! The therapist just being there to support you while you figure out your own thoughts makes a lot of sense. When debugging software, one of the most powerful approaches is trying to explain your problem to someone else. Typically, they won't be able to solve the problem for you, but it forces you to organize your thoughts into a more communicable structure. That is often enough to realize something you didn't really see before, and you typically end up giving yourself advice on the next steps.

[@Ineluki_Myonrashi]

If you get stuck, rubber duck.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

"therapist is rubber duck" might be the kind of motivation that finally gets me to do therapy.

[@johnwickfromfortnite5744]

that's how i learn for my physics degree! explaining stuff to people is incredibly good at teaching you, by forcing you to organize what you read/think (apologies to my fiance for all the QFT rants at 11pm)

[@ILearnHockey]

"you can just smash that unsubscribe button!" TRUTH! Adam, you're so genuine. Thank you, I look forward to your next videos.

[@alexgonzalez-vr6vb]

As an 18 year old that has been watching your content for years, i can truly aay that you were one of the examples that i attempted to emulate and take advice from as i undertook the complicated task of crafting my form of masculinity in this modern time. That is a service that not many can claim to have provided in such an amazing way, and for that, thank you. I will watch whatebwr you pump out because it came from YOU. You got me into cooking, and taught me a skill that has already proven itself in service. The reason i really watched this channel, though, is because youre the one that was making the videos. Im sure you wont see this message, but on the off chance that you do, please take this piece with you. On the off chance that i do make something of this life, it will be partly because of your influence. Have a great life my man💪🙂

[@DeltaNovum]

You chose a great, wise and mindful role model. Even more so, now he became an even better person, because of the hand holding that is therapy. Thanks for sharing this. It's a hopeful story and nice to read. I wish you a balanced, mindful, healthy masculine and sometimes even happy, journey through your life ✌️.

[@cullendelmore2614]

Bro, if you're 18 and this is the level at which you can write, you have a valuable natural aptitude which is applicable to practically everything you will ever attempt to do. I bet you will make plenty of your life, whatever you find that means to you. That's not to say you need to use whatever abilities you have in any specific way, but I didn't want to see you undersell yourself too much. Good luck to you.

[@ZacharyBittner]

Please don't look up to him for masculinity. He is neurotic AF and just regurgitates the same neo liberal shame and guilt narrative over literally everything. I don't mean you have to be a red pilled ubermensch but whatever Adam is doing, it's a lesson as what not to do.

[@madame.banoffee]

@@cullendelmore2614so true, your first sentence says it all. I was stunned and in awe at this young one’s response 💪

[@jdulrich]

I think you've got a more mature outlook on life at 18 than I have at 46.

[@jefffortin7087]

Adam, I've watched your videos since your first itteration of the new york pizza when I was in grade 9. Im now in university, your videos have brought me so much joy over the years. It is difficult to convey over youtube messages but I have struggled very much with mental health. Hearing you talk about your struggles with it brought me a sense of empathy. All I, and I'm sure many others that watch your channel, care about is your happiness. It is not about feeling a sense of prejudice because you have what others do not, it is about you being happy. Thank you for sharing, Adam.

[@EnableGODMODE]

Adam mate, we'll be here for when you're ready. Do what you want, life is short. Whatever content you want to create and share with us will be well received and if you do lose a few subs here and there, they will be replaced with subs who appreciate you and you doing what you want and being happy. Much love from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@FrostFireXI]

So about two years ago I found your videos and you got me into cooking. Not cooking videos, cooking channels, straight up cooking. You taught me it didn't have to be difficult, time consuming or expensive. Just a willingness to experiment and invent. I thank you for your videos, your time, and for making it fun. I hope for more. But at the end of the day, you gotta do you.

[@BereketAbraham]

We're all running from tigers, both real and imagined. I'm so proud of you for pausing to take care of yourself and your mental health. Your example will help a lot of people (myself included) take that big step.

[@mamoelgome]

I am not running from a real tiger.

[@popowerst4712]

This is why I subscribe for the creator, NOT the content. Half-jokes aside, many of us are not here because we wanted to see food, podcasts, or fish tanks. We are here because we wanted to see Adam. And we will continue to support in whatever ways we can, whatever that ends up looking like.

[@AtomicShrimp]

Sincerely wishing you all the best on this leg of the journey Adam. I'm actually quite excited to see what kind of 'second channel' content you might upload here on the main channel. The only good definition of success is one that includes your own wellbeing, otherwise its just sparkling failure! Best of luck and health and happiness to you.

[@_noirja]

I know that this wasn't the purpose of the video but it resonated so much with me. The pursuit of happiness, the thinking that making other people happy might solve my own, the thinking "what do they (mental health professional) know that I don't already", the humour to make light of your struggles. Thank you for making this and being so open Adam.

[@mishabakunin4354]

Heartfelt, honest, intelligent, generous. My favourite video I have seen from you ever. Please continue to be true to yourself. I'll be along for the ride if your videos pop up. I have a psych degree and for similar reasons find it hard to seek help. I am not sure any of us can ever really fully get away from the tiger.

[@MarcusHouse]

Thank you Adam. I'm staying right here simply because I love listening to your views in life. I started here because I loved the food, but got to know you are much more brilliant than just that. Had a bunch of your podcasts playing in the car and loved listening to them. I'm glad you have time to look after yourself now. Congrats on your incredible run here no matter where it takes you from here. I can relate to a lesser degree. Burn out is a significant problem and I struggle with similar sounding mental gymnastics that you seem to be. Really appreciate these topics.

[@KK-ef1ow]

I experienced the same thing. The second I realized my future was secure financially, I got intense existential dread.

[@orionh5535]

Dont say that. I dread the day I do well enough I have no obligation to work anymore.

[@GuidoC-Design]

Holy shit now I have to decide where to go to vacation?!?!? What am I gonna do? Enjoy life?

[@Nicole-kc1vx]

​@@GuidoC-Design I know right, and you don't need to quit working because you have financial security, can actually venture into risky careers that you always wanted to try out. So much one is free to do when financially secure, I guess some people just don't enjoy life enough to try. Therapy won't be fixing that.

[@dragansmoljan7917]

For 12 years i was calling bullshit on what you said, but after i reached financial freedom, it happened to me to, why the fuck??????

[@KK-ef1ow]

@GuidoC-Design I said my future, not my present. My wife and I still work 40+ hours a week, and will have to through to retirement. We're just already set for retirement when it does happen. That said, just because you're rich, doesn't mean you are happy. Money buys security, which can make people happier, but it doesn't buy happiness itself. Some of the most depressed people on the planet are Olympic athletes right after they win medals. Why? Because once you achieve something, you're left with the feeling of "well what next?" My own personal journey with existential dread was that I saw a future where I grind work for 40+ years and retire in the worst portions of my life(old). I got pretty jaded from it. Everyone strives for purpose. It's part of the hierarchy of needs. But most of us are too caught up in the grind to sit and think about it.

[@TheJorjewilson]

Adam- you have just made yourself so relatable and human. Thank you for opening up to your listeners and reminding us that we cannot run from ourselves. You have a brilliant way of articulating your thoughts - which is why I’ve so enjoyed your videos about all your topics - aquascapes and greenhouses included! You don’t owe your listeners anything. Glad you are finding your way through this incredible human journey brother.

[@avantgardettos]

Sending you an admittedly parasocial hug, Adam. As mental health people and a recovering people-pleaser myself, the work is hard, uncomfortable, vulnerable, but so goddamn revelatory and worth it. A few years ago I thought I'd never have genuine hope and motivation for the future and now I'm back attempting my bachelor's degree again, and I think I might do it this time. Anyway, life's weird, be kind to yourself. Enjoy your well-deserved R&R and freedom, and thank you for sharing what you have. I've always appreciated your unique perspective and sensitive takes on history, culture, food, and thensome, so I'm here for whatever comes next!

[@Josephsflock]

I really enjoyed your videos on pottery, gluten clay, and the other sciencey stuff you do. You’re a very lucky KZbinr that a lot of your audience likes you *for* *you,* so you could even completely switch genres and would still have people who enjoy and support you. Remember that the members of your audience that enjoy your videos the most are also the ones who want you to what’s best for you, whether that’s changing the genre or retiring entirely.

[@Beans.on.toast.]

I haven’t made any recipes from your videos. On the food side of things I watch them for ideas but mainly I watch them because they are genuinely entertaining! You are really good at making videos regardless of the topic!

[@larrybrown1971]

I've just gone through my own crisis. The tigers abound. I have three semesters left in a teaching career. I'm limping along and tending to my wounds on the go as best I can. Wish me luck. The cats are on my heels. I'm proud of you, Adam, for taking care of yourself, and for being open about it. The brain is an organ, therefore "mental" health IS physical health. Best of luck in your journey my man.

[@petert2082]

The honesty in this content... really appreciate it Adam. Really appreciate the transparency and being who you are throughout all these years. This is why I subscribe to you, watching your videos make me a better person.

[@nkjoep]

Adam, you don’t owe us anything. You’ve already given us the previous interesting content and talks. Thanks for all the fish, and if you want we’ll be here. Cheers ❤️

[@richiskinner9810]

I love that some of the larger channels show that "KZbinr" has become an "actual job" that can generate enough income to sustain a living and that you can retire from at some point. Best of luck and I am excited to see what is to come :)

[@jadeu6296]

You've become the major role model for me in my life. Through COVID and some personal transitions, I lost a lot of people, but you were one of the only people that really seemed to be consistent, and friendly. It's weird, but I honestly think of you like a father (or the father I wish I'd had). This channel means a lot to me. I tell all my friends about it, and I can't wait to watch whatever you put out.

[@thomasj.treder7971]

Suddenly it's no mystery why I have always found you so relatable. I was a just-work-through-it kind of guy until I had a stroke in 2016. I've fully recovered from it, but I got lucky. Glad you're treating yourself well -- through your work, through your rest, through your therapy, and however else you choose.

[@brennymcphees7557]

A therapist once encouraged me to "stop staring into the abyss". I'm a contributing member of society and I take pride in my contribution and that is enough. It took a while to internalize that. No guilt, no apologies. Happiness comes in moments, sometimes very little moments, so we must be open to them, savor them and be grateful for them.

[@Rose-ec6he]

I appreciate how approachable you made this video and you generally make your videos for people of all backgrounds (other countries, other financial positions, other points in life, etc). It shows that despite becoming financially secure, you haven't let that change your core values and that is wonderful. I hope your life journey moving forward brings you fulfillment and peace

[@EliotBeer]

One of the things from your videos which has long resonated with me is "you do you" - you've had that awareness that other people are going to do things differently, and that's fine. And so it's more than fair we return the favour - so I'm very glad you're taking the time and space for you to do you. Seeing both you and Tom Scott go into semi-retirement within a few months is sad - but it's a reminder that making "content" is demanding, and a struggle, and exacts costs which most of us don't fully appreciate. So I think in and of itself, this video, and your very honest account of what you're feeling and thinking and doing, is a good thing - as it can hopefully help other content makers think about their own situations. Personally I'm absolutely here for any short- or medium-form videos you'll do, whether it's on food or fishtanks or freon contamination - I enjoy your style, and your insights. (To be honest, I'm more interested in the fishtanks than some of the food.) So I'm sticking around for wherever this channel goes.

[@yellowfungus3576]

I love this channel because of the nerd that runs it. It’s your authenticity and the way you can explain complex concepts that won me over.

[@PrecludeLP]

You keep making videos, we'll keep watching. You're good people Adam, keep being you.

[@avargs3505]

Well said I always bookmarked Adam’s videos for the thoughtfulness and sincerity in them ..

[@karanbahadoer94]

You are probably the most genuine person on this platform, Adam. I am genuinely happy that you are looking out for yourself. I wish you all the luck in the world

[@lukiano4704]

To be fair, I always watched your vidoes more for the witty commentary rather than just the food. The occasional helpful techinque I would learn is just a bonus

[@ImJayloo]

Can confidently say you are my favorite creator that has ever touched this platform. Take care of yourself, Adam.

[@Phannydantommusic]

I’m a long time viewer and one of my favorite things about your channel has always been you following your interests. I look forward to seeing whatever you have in store and wish you the best.

[@polarberri]

You don't owe us anything. Please enjoy your life! Wonderful to see your hard-earned success and that you're prioritizing your health and happiness. Thank you for all the entertaining and informative content over the years.

[@carolbythesea]

If you are about 55, everything you said is probably true for 80% of the western world. It’s normal and good to want to do something different, however, it won’t bring the peacefulness you are seeking. That comes from understanding what was missing in our childhoods, and trying to heal. Accepting ourselves is the path to happinesses. You are a good communicator and once you understand what was missing in your childhood, use those communication talents to have imaginary conversations with parents or others around the hurtful childhood situations and through those two way imaginary conversations, you can begin to heal those old wounds. Self empathy and empathy for others is the key. The wounds likely didn’t happen as you were running away from the tiger as an adult, those wounds happened as a child when certain situations occurred. Thank you for being so open and honest and I wish you peace and fulfillment.

[@prashantshah9170]

I just wanna hug you man

[@SauceStache]

"We all need to get over that very entitled attitude that we have about all kinds of things" YES Adam I'm excited to see what you do from this point on!! I hope you don't mind a book recommendation. I VERY much connect with a LOT of what you are saying here. "Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender" Its changed a lot of me, its lifted a lot of weight off my shoulders. I think you would enjoy it.

[@josephdouglas5242]

I probably won't be interested in your content quite as much going forward, but I'm very grateful for the videos you've made so far. I really only had basic cooking skills, and you really helped to expand my skills to the point that my friends tell me the chicken I make is the best chicken they've ever had (to be fair, culinary they're idiots). Don't feel guilt for the ability to semi retire, and enjoy it.

[@fletchoid]

Ever since I was a child my passions have been music, science, aquariums, and cooking. My career fulfilled my science passion, and allowed me to “run from the tiger” with enough time to catch my breath and pursue my other passions. Repetitive strain injuries took the performance of music hobby from me, but I still had listening to music, the aquarium hobby, and cooking when the “tiger” took a breather. When I retired, watching your very science friendly food videos greatly helped my cooking hobby, and when I saw your first “fish” video I was thrilled that now I could get some great ideas for my aquarium hobby from you. Whatever content you decide to make in the future, I will be looking forward to. Enjoy your “semi-retirement”.

[@thetribunaloftheimaginatio5247]

"Never play to the gallery." --David Bowie Brother, you keep makin' 'em, and I'll keep watchin' 'em.

[@Lespaulthrash]

At least it's not sponsored by Betterhelp.

[@martinb4960]

I’ve enjoyed your food videos greatly. I’ve made a bunch of your recipes; and your work has improved my life. Wishing you ‘peace in your fish,’ and wherever else you find it. Godspeed to you.

[@joshtm66]

As one of the many, many, many young men that's been brought through high school and into early adulthood on your videos I can confidently say you're a huge inspiration to so many people and we're following your videos wherever they lead and however few and far between. For many of us, you're the man we aspire to be some day in some form or fashion -- hell, you inspired me to get a green house some day and sparked my love for cooking, leading me to a culinary trade school -- so it's amazing to see you finally getting to quasi-retirement and all we could ask for is quality content that you're proud of (and of course more of Lauren is always lovely). You deserve whatever you feel is right, and we can't wait to see what you do next Mr. Internet Man

[@AhmedEtman79]

Wishing you all the best, Adam. I think everyone who would watch that can resonate with much of what you said. Most of us are running from the tiger and most of us are aware of all the scars and injuries and unattended to problems that we carry while we run. We get it. I'm happy you can now attend to yourself. I wish I will be able to one day.

[@AquaFoxes]

wow I really resonated with this... I think I also hide from my own unhappiness by trying to make others happy or do good by the world. And I also feel guilt about the unequal opportunities I've had in comparison to others, and I think I also feel the need to prove my intelligence in the things I put out into the world sometimes.. I've been putting off giving therapy another try but maybe I should stop doing that. I kinda give myself tigers to run away from, but honestly I have the resources to tend to some scratches myself. They just seem a lot closer than they actually are so I keep running. I'm really glad you decided to semi-retire and start making videos more for yourself! As a long-time on and off viewer (I was in highscool when I started watching, graduating college soon) I don't feel disappointed or anything at all. I'm pretty much past my foodtuber phase at this point, and you're the only one I've kept up with, and I think its because I always especially appreciated your approach to videos, rather than just the content. It's also been such a long time - I know I'd get drained doing the same thing again and again every week for years. Excited to see what comes next!

[@sembalo1776]

Glad to hear you getting better and doing what you want. Loving the new content!

[@thePeoplesDog]

i always enjoyed watching your videos, especially after i had to move to Georgia. i'll miss seeing your content as often, but i think it's super important to know what you want, figure out what you need to focus on, and recognize that even though content creation is one big race, it's not one you have to keep running in if you don't want to. i also appreciate you recognizing the privilege you have to be able to work on your mental health, and i hope the journey goes well for you! happy healing!

[@BitmapFrogs]

You do have had a positive influence in the world Adam: I used to be a self suficient person taking care of himself, got majorly depressed and fucked up and ended up depending on anything but feeding myself - but that's changed and a lot of that change was you! your videos made me go back - it all started with your coconut-chocolate pie. It looked sooo delicious and I love that chocolate-coconut combo that much I HAD to force myself into doing it, and your recipe was good and allowed me to get to a succesful and delicious result. And now well, I just finished whipping a batch of chicken broth and another of french onion soup, ready in the fridge. Thank you Adam!

[@theCulinaryEdgeTV]

Making yourself happy is the best way to make others happy. Nothing to feel guilty about. Appreciate your honesty. Do what makes you happy!

[@crash2net]

You are thoughtful and silly and curious. You care about the people in your life and all of us watching. I don't have anyone like you directly in my life but feel a connection. You make people better and happy. Thank you

[@TheAlastairBrown]

Something I didn't fully realize about mental health, and no one really told me, was that it goes in phases, it doesn't get directly sorted by external factors(money etc), but it does generally get better over long periods of time, and long term it becomes about management.

[@Storms909]

I second this and every time you have a particularly bad phase you always come out with some realizations about yourself and new tools to handle those moments.

[@Bobgablejr]

Adam, ever since ive found your youtube channel ive found a love for cooking and the process of it, the way you explained things and how and why we cook things is why i would watch you for countless hours and why i love to cook so much now to this day

[@lucycliburn2344]

This is just another example of you being You, and as a result, young men (and women) have a wonderful role model. I commend you for your openness and honesty. Talking about you was one of the ways that I could connect with a son who was otherwise very difficult to talk to. Thank you.

[@stefansuta3537]

Adam, if you read these comments, I just want to let you know that I really admire what you did, and wish you the best of luck. Your channel has been amazing ever since I started watching it in the pandemic, and I'm looking forward to this next chapter. All the best. Cheers!

[@raisedbobcat8266]

Thanks Adam. I’ve watched your videos for a long time and have related to all of it from cooking to working out to even keeping fish. I just signed up for my first therapy session next Thursday and I had the exact thought that I don’t know what another person would tell me. This video came out at a good time.

[@etherag]

I just want to say that I think your openness about these questions of motivation and mental health is wonderful. I've been watching your channel for many years, and personally (for what little it's worth), I fully support you putting whatever content makes you happy. Even if the answer is nothing. We've all got such a short period of time on this earth, we should all be so lucky as to have the freedom to pursue whatever makes us happy.

[@benmowat]

Hank Green had an interesting video recently about retirement and youtube retirement. The idea of working to support those around you like your agent isn't something I thought about until he brought it up, but I think it makes a lot of sense and I loved hearing about where you are at.

[@adastic]

honestly, good on you for recognizing where you were at. Haven't finished the video, but regardless of what you plan on doing, I'm grateful for the videos you have put out, and I wish you the best, and if I see you again, it'll be a pleasant surprise.

[@jordanr.329]

Adam, thank you for your honesty. For what it may be worth, I like your content because I like how you teach. The specific content tends to be secondary. You could discuss whatever you are interested in and I would be happy to learn. You are a good teacher. We all know that. Which is why even this video feels valuable to me. So, in whatever capacity, if you decide to continue, there are many of us who just want to learn with you. Get well, Adam. You’ve done good work and many of us are very grateful.

[@Overthought1]

Very glad to hear this news! (so to speak) And it's not surprising AT ALL that the podcast episodes drained you. They're packed with content!

[@patrouski]

One of my favorite videos of yours adam, i truly feel like your one of the few good role models on the internet. Not to add stress by saying that, simply being who you already are will achieve this. So thanks for being you!

[@MikeinNice]

Wow, that was a shock Adam! I so admired the way you could produce great videos which were both informative and fun with seemingly zero effort although I know it takes a lot to make things look easy! It would be great to see videos of you interacting with others, whoever they may be, about fish or any subject. Thank you for just going into semi retirement and not quitting completely - that would be like taking a favorite treat away, horrible to contemplate ... Thank you too for all your past videos on food, totally awesome! Take Huge Care of Yourself!

[@adriancam7441]

Huge respects for you for 1) bringing up such a topic and exposing tons of people to the existence of such issues and 2) for bring brave enough to share your own personal life here on your channel.

[@ahadmrauf]

Glad to hear you're getting a lot of good out of therapy! You were one of my inspirations to taking cooking more seriously during COVID and try recipes out of my comfort zone. I made a lot more friends through cooking in my community than I ever expected, just through chatting or through cooking and baking for potlucks/community events. As your channel evolved, I also enjoyed learning more about why food evolved the way it did, and I still refer back to some of your more philosophical KZbin/podcasts episodes (as a Muslim, your video on why Muslims don't eat pork really helped clarify for me how I felt about the practice in the modern age). Thanks for all the content and work you've done so far!

[@musicmantwentynine]

I love your videos. I appreciate your down to earth food content. I suffer from mental illness and find your food content very enjoyable from a chef standpoint. I love your analogy of the tiger. In the food industry, the “grind” is draining but I do it because of passion before money but it does get muddled together at times. I will still watch your content because of your personality and impact your content has on my life. It takes a strong person to come to your realization. People love you for what you do, take it easy and enjoy the fruits of your labor. I don’t know your beliefs, but, I pray God blesses you for your genuine efforts. Thank you!

[@danielalexander8402]

I didn’t know how much I needed to hear someone else say these things. I know my self indulgence wasn’t the purpose of this video. Frankly, I’m proud you’ve come to terms with this and have deep gratitude for you sharing this and putting those feelings into words.

[@epicures6]

I had never heard of you before yesterday, when I stumbled upon your explanatory whetstone video. I'm not even particularly into cooking but I liked your communication style in that video and thought I'd see what your channel's about, and this video greeted me on the main page and piqued my curiosity. So this is the second piece of your content I have ever come across and I'm incredibly struck by your sincerity, self-reflection, and openness. You said you're not interested in becoming more popular, but sorry - you've got a new fan. I'll be both looking back through your YT & podcast archives, and watching to see where you take your platform next. Keep being true to yourself and true to your viewers!

[@A_Oda27]

I hope you take care and I wish you well Adam! I've been following your work since the very beginning and your interest in food and food science has had a huge impact on me. Watching your videos and being curious about what you were talking about was the first step in a long journey- I'm enrolled in university now and I am majoring in Food Science and Sustainable Technology, and you and your work played a part in that. Thank you so much for everything!

[@billsfo6400]

Adam, I’ve been watching your videos for years. This is the first time I have written to you. I’ve learned so much from you including cooking but ever so much more. So thank you for all that you have given, for all that I have learned from you. I wish you well and all that are doing in your life in the present and the future. So thank you.

[@kimberlyreeder6052]

The very first video of yours I watched was you, Lauren, and your handyman taste-testing various forms of garlic - that's the vibe that got me hooked in. Not trying to pressure Lauren since she seems ambivalent about being part of your content, but honestly as a fellow member of her demographic (mom in my 30's married to a tortured artist but with my own pursuits to tend to lmao) I'm so here for that. I'm willing to bet the friends you have in mind for collabs are also cool. Glad you're taking stock and doing what's right for you and yours. ❤

[@metalsomemother3021]

Thank you for your honesty. I wish you well. Thank you for your past content. You owe us nothing going forward and have nothing for which to feel guilty. Best wishes for a happy life.

[@chrispavlides2105]

Really great video Adam- nice to hear that we’re all not alone :)

[@billyparham630]

more power to you, Adam. therapy, meditation and yoga are magical. it can be rather hard, especially since families sometimes choose to sabotage digging up the ol' dirt, but they say hardship is a pathway to peace. been a fan for years but if you wish to be less popular I might consider unsubsribing. that would be a tough one though. i wouldn't wanna miss the fish tank videos. go get it, Adam!

[@seanparsons8987]

Thank you for your honesty and for sharing your experience. The tigers are always there. Everyone has them creeping in the shadows, and when you stop and look right at them, they get bigger and faster. However, we all have the capacity to turn them into kittens and they have a difficult time climbing stairs. You have found success with this channel, I'm sure you will succeed in climbing a few steps higher.

[@justafan5179]

Adam... words cannot describe the impact you have had on my life. Your videos were what they were, not because of the content, but because of the character... I didn't subscribe to your food... I subscribed to you. Your passion and dedication to the topic at hand, your abilities to understand and communicate ideas in such a manner that is easy to understand... maybe that's why you went into food... you're very good at taking otherwise inedible ingredients, and preparing them into a dish that feeds the soul...both metaphorically and literally. I look forward to the metaphorical cooking of ideas!!!

[@neonpulse49]

You definitely helped me grow up as a home cook. Im very grateful for that, so big Thank you. As for where you are in life and what you want to do with you channel, YOU DO YOU BRO!

[@drewski23_7]

What an amazing & authentic video. Not sure how many have enough courage to be this vulnerable to their audience of millions & the whole internet. Super impressive to see & a great example to so many! Thank you!

[@milanapeacock6062]

Dear Adam, you probably won’t see my comment, I am a bit late to the party, but I will still say this: first of all, congratulations on making the right decision for yourself. Secondly, I came across your channel very recently and not through your cooking videos. It was food related but not the actual process of making it. I really liked your content, went to check what else was there and saw that it was mostly (great) cooking videos, and I was, like, I wish he just talked about stuff more. Anything, really. I just love the way this man thinks and talks. Cooking is cool but there is so much more in life that I would love this man to research, dissect, analyze or simply ponder upon AND share with the audience. And then, I saw this video ;) Whatever you decide to do next will be brilliant, I have no doubt. So curious what it’s gonna be.

[@Novacanoo]

Hey Adam, you've really put your whole self out there for us to see and jumped on every opportunity to use this platform in ways you feel morally obligated to, which is hugely admirable because those obligations certainly wouldn't have existed if you didn't have such a strong sense of moral duty. With so much of yourself out there it's understandable to feel more and more "watched". I hope you can do what you need to do to find a sense of calm and safety from that. Best wishes.

[@xXG3TPWNEDXx]

I'm in a pretty bad spot myself Adam. I've been really messed up inside and my life is completely messed up. So I can relate to the struggle you are having now. Although I'm not even close to outrunning that tiger. I really hope the best for you and taking care of yourself is the right move. I've enjoyed your videos a lot and learned a lot from them. Thanks for that. I don't feel like you owe me or anyone else anything. I hope you find your way and what you are doing is totally understandable. No hard feelings at all. Fix yourself and find your peace brother.

[@BlakeH-b4x]

Adam, I never comment on the internet. But I just want you to know that you are the man. I wish nothing but the best for you and yours and I hope you find the sustainable happiness we're all chasing. Thank you for all the videos, food and fish tanks alike.

[@CinTava-xd3wh]

You do you Adam, and I'll tag along for the ride, because no matter the content I always learn something new. It's your honesty that's refreshing. I wish you and yours all the best.

[@SirPrancealot]

I have never made a recipe as described - but I have used the skills and knowledge acquired from this channel thousands of times. I value your researched and experienced opinions. Glad you're tending to the scratches. Looking forward to seeing what's next, and if it's not my bag - then it's not my bag.

[@kjsleep2011]

It's got to be incredibly difficult to be this transparent in front of millions of people. Thanks for your candor and I hope that you can find the kind of happiness that you have given to the masses on this platform.

[@Tenosyn]

I always found that your best videos where when you showcased some unique business or someone's hobby.

[@EkoHeightsBand]

Full support! Love all the videos including the fish ones- in fact one of my favorite videos of yours was showing your enclosure for the vampire crabs and mangrove! The fans that matter will welcome whatever content makes YOU happy to make because it comes through in the product!

[@100mexk]

All the power to you for making sure that you respect yourself enough to make the hard call. Many people reach the point where they are good and successful at something, making a lot of money, even though that specific thing is not what they actually want to to, and they end up being miserable. What I am definitely going to miss from your cooking videos is your approach of making things in a kitchen so the average person could follow along, not using insane amounts of equipment/ingredients like everybody at home is a cooking professional or something.

[@donwyse6204]

I wanted to thank you for the years of content and the enjoyment throughout that time. I saw the original New York Pizza video and was hooked immediately. I've followed you through the years, I remember the button on the floor in the dining room. I live in Beverly Hills, and enjoy a lifestyle that many would consider lavish ( It's not, but it's nice). That said, I'm running from a Tiger while locked in mortal combat with an Alaskan Grizzly; I'm jealous. You do you. Take care of yourself.