Deleting My Social Media for Mental Health Reasons

In this video we prepare for the filming of our class with School of Traditional Skills. Plus deleting my social media for mental health reasons, And I'm not regretting it so far.

[@Feribrat99]

your cow needs a larger halter, it is digging into her muzzle

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Just looks that way

[@Agrillot6]

He has SHOWN THAT IT ISNT in every single video.

[@Agrillot6]

@@littlehomesteadbigdreams you’re gonna have to show the dumb thing is too tight and she’s just fluffy every single time 🙈🙉🙊

[@mountaincreekhomestead]

No it's not, mind your business jeez

[@terrivance8750]

🤦

[@JstcountryGirl]

Being off of Facebook & Instagram is like having a weight lifted from your chest... They are no longer social places. They are just filled with negativity, judgment& divisiveness. Best decision & definitely don't regret it. No "news" is peace for me!!

[@suzannegogranogo9464]

And ads by the ton...

[@sandravijftigschild9317]

I couldn't agree more! I banned Facebook and Insta vor 9 years.. best decission ever! ❤

[@nicecatholicgrl]

I totally agree. All my kids had Instagram and so on. And more so the girls were filled with so much crazy Jerry Springer type drama. They are now much happier with out it!!

[@steveegbert7429]

The only time I get on FB is to see who's birthday I missed.

[@wordwalkermomma4]

Yes!

[@hollyreilly4818]

I gave up social media 2 years ago and do NOT miss it. Still have Utube so I can see you and my quilting gurus. Mental health is a constant effort.

[@michelep1130]

Daisy following u was so cute. You frightened me. I thought trolls got to you and you were giving up your channel. Happy to hear that isn't the case.

[@dianelott6849]

I deleted FB and Instagram 4 years ago and haven't gone back. I've never regretted it and it makes me be more conscious to call friends instead of just looking at posts!! I support you 💯

[@lisac.6430]

I quit television and smoking when I turned 40...gonna be 23 yrs yay! Proud of you guys ~

[@cynthiablanton9106]

We live in reality and need to remember that we’re not in control of the elements. A “ camera worthy “ garden is nice but , it can be frustrating when our gardens don’t measure up. I’m here for the information. I do what I can and God provides the harvest.

[@hollymorhart6990]

❤

[@emilybh6255]

We are in control actually. Tenneesse just passed a bill banning geoengineering of their skies (which is of course weather manipulation). The powers that should not be have been manipulating the weather since the 1940s.

[@lorihanby6733]

Your headline had me concerned for a minute that you were ending your channel! So glad that’s not what you meant! Your garden looks great!!!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@LytonaKirtz]

Showing the dead gopher is just fine. It’s real life. My phone is very distracting. Social media but also games lately.

[@SarahS1214]

I didn’t mind, I was wondering how that trap worked and seeing that now I more or less know. Glad I don’t have those irritating critters!

[@Merrayle]

I'm glad he did show the dead Gopher because it gave me an idea of what I would see when I pulled the tool up

[@amac9245]

YES! Removing social media from your phone is a must. I did it 5 years ago and lose my phone all the time. What is amazing is how you will see other people who are sucked into the matrix no matter where they are. WARNING: Having conversations with these people will begin to increasingly annoy you.

[@darlenethompson6738]

We have no doubt your video for the class will be a huge success. No pressure, we get it. Please, nobody film me as I walk around trying to make sense of my own little garden. Your book gives me confidence. We will all be able to look back at our successes and know we are able to handle ups and downs.

[@authentichomestead]

Haven't had Facebook and Instagram for 7 years now. Only KZbin is what I watch, and I only pick and choose videos where I'm learning stuff that I don't already know because my time is valuable. Definitely realized that most social media is a time waster. And you don't get to physically interact with people, and I think society is missing that. And living in a Homestead, I really don't have much time because I have just too much work to do.

[@NickStacke]

Not to mention that you are being tracked and censored by the arbitrators of truth.

[@lindaweygint2531]

As a retired teacher, I feel you should show the reality and how you fixed it. As a garden that faithfully watches your posts and your errors have been my favorite for learning how I was doing so much wrong

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@cynthiablanton9106]

Do what you need to!!!!!

[@edruoff1691]

You are wonderfully human and thankfully candid! You are a voice for so many of us! Carry on McDuff was a phrase I grew up with! Carry on, Brian!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@lisaf568]

I am so happy to hear you you deleted social media off your phone. You are going to be so much happier, spend time with your family, and not feel so stressed! I have never done FB, Tick Tock, or twitter. I sit with my morning cup of coffee with my laptop, check toutube, my email, and when my coffee is done I get up and start my day.

[@azyEmpero]

Good for you, to make your life easy, I am so proud of your son and his class, to teach them how real life works.❤ Grandma life style is the best❤

[@judymckerrow6720]

Brian you will do fine for the shoot next week. Everything doesn’t have to be perfect, nothings ever perfect in this life we were given. Don’t fret it will be fine. 💐💚🙃You’ve come so far creating your gardens in the short amount of time that you’ve been on this new property, there was A LOT of work to be done and you’ve done an amazing job ! Yes there’s still more work to do but Rome wasn’t built in a day ! 💐💚🙃 I guess I’m getting tried of that saying but it’s appropriate. 💐💚🙃

[@deecooper1567]

So agree. And I understand where Brian is coming from. It will all work out in the end. We can’t fight all of Mother Nature. You do you & we’ll be here. Love all your fur babied 💖 Have a great day 👵🏻👩‍🌾❣️

[@KAREN_FALLS]

Don’t forget Rome was also taken down from INSIDE just like America has been.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@lylacrawford1827]

Your garden is looking great. We have no control over the weather and when we learn AND ACCEPT that we will be much happier. You are your own worst critic. Give yourself some grace. I would show dead snakes if I had a channel because I hate them so I dont mind seeing the dead gopher. I was raised on a farm, so that makes a difference.

[@lornamaples9673]

Hey Brian, I totally agree, I gave up FB 2 yrs ago. Best thing I did. Everyone who counts, knows how to get ahold of me. KZbin I do use. Instagram, yes I still do. I can spend more time outside, which centers my soul. Good luck. It's not easy at first.

[@leonalarson1598]

I was raised on a farm in Canada. There is no problem with whatever you show. I live in the US now, but I don't think there is much difference where you were born and raised. Farm life is an everyday similarity. Your videos are amazing, and add rest periods for me. Recovering from a surgery that saved my life, I can't think of a better way of filling in time out for resting throughout my day ❤

[@Leiannev]

It’s comforting to know there are others out there who experience little to no fruit on their trees & have to buy plants after months of planting & babying seedlings that refuse to grow. My goats got out & ate all my strawberries. Yet we dream & hope & do it all again year after year.

[@kfrankism]

Brian, I understand getting everything camera-ready as much as possible. Here are a few suggestions so it's not so overwhelming. 1) Make a list of what you need completed 2) Recruit your small group/life group to do the grunt work and specific things you need done that you don't have to do (like mulch) 3) Frees you up to do what only you can do 4) Have it be a work day or two and feed them lunch or dinner. Group projects make it doable and they would be happy to help. Many hands make a job easier.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@stormraven4183]

I did the same thing with the social media, for the same reasons. And like you, KZbin is my TV. In fact, I only watch it on my smart tv. My garlic looks drowned, too, so it's not just you. It should bounce back when the weather heats up. Hang in there, Brian. As for the gopher, most homestead/farm channels show far more graphic things and you did it quite benignly.

[@highdeserthangout1642]

I am only on you tube and I try to even limit my time for that. Some days are more difficult than others, but I really like being challenged to avoid social media. Hearing you talk of your experience is more motivation for me.

[@diannasgardenmenagerie967]

Those sheep are just the cutest ever!!!!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@terrysevold2072]

You made my day! I laughed so hard at the Daisy comments and the wheelbarrow antics. Thank you! I took FB off my phone long ago. I don't regret it for the most part. Your garden is looking great considering the weather issues. Cold here in BC, too. Patience!!🙄🤞

[@kmbr_lee]

Why stage anything? Weather will always affect gardening. OWN IT! "Camera ready"? There should always be a plan B and maybe C. One that doesn't require you to stress (and spend money). Reschedule. This is not meant to be mean. I'm glad that see that you have issues JUST LIKE the rest of us. Everything in gardening is a risk. This is an opportunity to educate us and jump on it! You are doing great!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@badassmother1426]

My husband has had internet since it came out. I didn't use a computer until 10 years ago and I've never owned a cell phone. My husband = computer programmer/IT aficionado. It used to drive me nuts to see my him sitting 24hrs a day in front of a computer/ laptop, Meanwhile I'd be doing housework, painting, yardwork, shopping, etc. 10yrs ago our son introduced me to You tube. I put on 20 lbs. I could not believe how easy it was for me to sit on my ass for hours and hours. My entire life I've never been a couch potato. Huge time suck. I'm aware of it and have made adjustments. The first step in recovery process is admitting you have a problem.

[@francestaylor9156]

I recommend getting some earbuds and using your phone to listen to KZbin while doing chores. Save gardening videos for when you get a break to sit down and relax.

[@20NewJourney23]

I'm glad you have made adjustments to prevent that progression. I need to make those same adjustments, too. But regarding not owning a cell phone... How do you do banking? Banking requires the use of a phone line to receive SMS messages for two factor authentication. I would love to be able to get away from having a cell phone but without it I can't have a bank account and can't have any kind of income.

[@tamararoberts9307]

I have never banked online. I just call them if I need to check on my accounts and have my statements and checks mailed to me. My hubby orders things online on occasion from his phone. Once in awhile I go to the bank in person when I'm out and about. 😊

[@badassmother1426]

@@20NewJourney23 My husband logs into our checking account daily. I don't know what SMS messages are?! WE have a land line with the same phone number for the last 37 yrs😁 I have never once wanted or needed a cell phone for anything.

[@badassmother1426]

@@tamararoberts9307 Same! We get a statement in the mail monthly. I pay bills from my laptop.

[@loriswain8140]

I deleted Facebook off my phone and I moved the icon to the last screen page of my iPad so I don’t notice it as much. I love it!! It’s the best thing I’ve done for my productivity and just myself in general. I’m much happier too. KZbin for me is just like you, my tv time.

[@gwendolynwebster7722]

Omigosh!! That anti-gopher wire works so well! And, by not showing too many details, it wasn't a bad idea to show us the dead gopher.

[@juliemorton5599]

I got off of social media a long time ago for not only that reason but others, I still have it on my phone for the messenger aspect and to look for stuff on marketplace. I don’t have the urge to look at any more. The bane of my existence is youtube! 😂😂😂 I spend more time watching vidoes on youtube than anything! I learn so much on that platform even tho it drives me insane the amount of censoring it does!🤬 But I still have my favs like your channel that I just can’t give up! Lol No worries about the gopher, thats life baby. You would not want me to show videos of what my cats do!😮 Great video, keep it real! Peace!

[@sparkleflair]

Hugs to you! I know the feeling of being overwhelmed with things to do, so I do nothing. I've tried to start at the very least to get one thing done. It doesn't always happen, but it helps when my to-do list gets too long!

[@BettyBoopBarnes]

One thing that has really helped me is the phrase "might as well..." Might as well run the dishwater...might as well put dishes in....and the next thing you know there's a pile of clean dishes, and a win! That win is a dopamine hit you can ride to do another task, and let it snowball. Might as well sweep the hall...might as well gather the laundry...might as well plant a couple flowers...

[@themollybeane]

I agree with you, Brian. Social media can be a huge time-suck/brain-drain, especially for ADHD peeps. I ignore most of it, too. Regarding the beetles and pill bugs, have you tried dusting diatomaceous earth around the base of your strawberries and cucumbers? We started using it around ours, as well as other seedlings, and it made an immediate difference. We use Sluggo for the snalils and slugs. And showing the dead gopher is fine with me and the hubby. Keep up the good work and have a great day! ☺️

[@kedd2318]

I made it a point years ago to forego social media and cell phones. Nothing is more annoying to me than people who are so addicted to their cell phones that they have to be on them constantly. I truly feel sorry for people who have such pathetic lives that they have to be connected constantly. I truly believe there is something seriously lacking in a person's life who has to have that cell phone like another appendage. Solitude is a blessing. A constantly ringing cell phone, be it calls or texts, is a nightmare.

[@garydunn4325]

Yes social media does take you away from what needs to be done.....I have a problem with it... I agree with you on that 😊

[@marycerullo8455]

Omg! Daisy in heat and a single cherry on a tree. I’m laughing so hard, I’m in tears. You’re killing me!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

😁

[@GreenfieldsHomeplace]

I gave up FB in 2018 and it was the best thing I ever did. I couldn’t handle all of the thoughts and opinions from everyone- all the time. It was such a burden lifted. I was born in 1970 and grew up in the 80s before phones and technology changed how people live and interact with each other. I think better of people now because I don’t know their every thought. Plus, it allowed me to unplug and just ENJOY life’s precious moments so much more.

[@marialindgren4112]

Gave up social media and tv-news years ago, it gives you a lot of real life back. News I get from the paper and from radio, and thats more than enough😊

[@thesquirrelyprepperlifesty5523]

I do not have a cell phone, no face book or none of the other stuff. You Tube is my only social media and Email. My laptop and my cheap tablet(used only to film videos), only electronics. It is a foreign idea for me to be attached to a phone. Most people need a third hand for "it" in order to function properly. Landline and loving it!

[@CarolynHolbrook-q7s]

You could let the cilantro flower and seed and collect the coriander seeds. And save some to sow next year. That could be part of the story of gardening. I do that with parsley all the time and had a ton of parsley this year. The pollinators love the tiny flowers and I'm pretty sure cilantro is much the same? I love your sweet animals and all the info you do selflessly offer. Thank you!!!!

[@SeanPD1193]

Glad to see all the animals getting more comfortable in their surroundings.

[@francestaylor9156]

I haven’t used social media in years. I gave up the news for Lent and my mental health got better. I live to be present with my family and God now and I’m much much much happier.

[@SpecialK711]

Amen! ❤

[@Angelbach1995]

YES! THE NEWS! I gave up the doom and gloom horror/ fake shows called "the news" years ago. Then I took a job where it was on at work. It was awful! I became so agitated when I was there. I will NEVER go back.

[@lindysmallwood2039]

You keep things real for your class. Gardening has ups and downs. It’s constantly changing. Your class will be great because of your knowledge and experience. ❤️🌺

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@kateboehler4140]

The reality of wonky weather, gophers, stuff not going as planned- that’s education. Seeing things as they are is much more important than seeing them as they “ should be”. Relax- you are all doing great. I learn something new every video. And- between Daisy chasing after you and the little guy in the wheelbarrow, oh my, what a chuckle. Thank you!

[@pjsviking]

It's hard watching your babies grow up isn't it? Sigh, new life experiences :O) So neat Daisy's following you around, hearing her bellowing, the sheep baaing (How do you spell that anyway?) Boy, you sure have a lot of crop-eating critters. I get annoyed with just our squirrels and occasional skunks, a few earwigs......spoilt? We're across Lake Huron from Tawas City, Michigan - would love to be able to share some of our unseasonable heat - 77F w/humidex 86F this afternoon, and next couple of days, 86/93humidex and 84/97humidex. Dead gopher - you got the li'le sucker!! .....and hey what's with the teaser? :) You have a good day as well 🇨🇦

[@consciousgardener9790]

Same here Bryan. I live in Los Angeles zone 10b and it's cool and overcast almost every day My tomatoes are doing fantastic. Squash and melons are at a stand still. 😢 My blackberries are doing pretty good.

[@shamancarmichael5305]

I got off of Facebook a decade or so ago, and don't have any other social media besides KZbin. I saw early on just how much time I was losing, plus dealing with rude people and trolls was more than I wanted to waste my time with anyways! 😁 It's a much more peaceful existence without them, so I commend you for limiting your exposure!

[@SecondMileJourney]

I am with you Brian! I call it “overwhelm paralysis” and it happens all the time as I am constantly juggling my garden, video creation, website updates and writing curriculum for gardening classes at our technology center. Plus my youngest just finished his senior year of high school…my brain is on overload. And it’s paralyzing!! My heart goes out to you because I know you have that same stress , X1,000!!

[@objectofgrace]

I've been off Facebook for about 10 years now, and off of Instagram for 2 years now and I can say with total confidence, I dont miss it one bit! I think the more time that passes without you having easy access to social media the more you won't even think about it.

[@antonianovoa6416]

I was watching Roots and Refuge and she said she was leery of her cows in heat because they would try to mount her. So be aware that is a thing. The sheep are amazing, and Miss Bella is super adorable as well. Voles are meaner than gophers so beware....Thank you for sharing the true stuff that gardens go through....

[@adairsulhoff5405]

The school of traditional skills doesn't need to know how to garden in a perfect year. We really do need to know info on how to grow during a cold, or hot, or dry or any other crazy kind of year. That is the only time you really do learn anything. It feels better when you see someone else learning that way too. Please keep showing us truth. That is why we appreciate you so much!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@estherjojo8793]

I absolutely agree with you, I got rid of my Facebook account altogether in 2021 and it was absolutely freeing. I kept checking it and wasting time. I too kept checking my phone and Facebook wasn't there. At that point I also got rid if Instagram and two others. The only social media I have is now KZbin and that's more than enough.

[@gardenfreshtotable]

Great to see your animals doing so well and getting very comfortable with you and each other.

[@trobinson89]

I used to be a KZbinr and Instagram/TikTok content creator for years, so I was ALWAYS on social media and on my phone. In 2022, I felt a call from God to release the social media from my life, and it was such a relief! I was afraid to do it at first, because I thought I wouldn't have a life without it, but it was so freeing. Since then, I've taken on gardening and baking (way more productive hobbies). Now, that I don't use Instagram or Tiktok, I'm finding myself mainly watching KZbin videos which are far more educational. I'm so glad I got off of social media. (P. S. - I usually cringe at seeing dead animals, and I was n't expecting you to show the dead gopher, BUT it actually wasn't too bad seeing the gopher. It wasn't up close nor was it gory.)

[@allison5363]

i cant blame you i don’t use either platforms just utube and the channels i choose to follow that add a positive aspect to my life ( like yours has always) your wellbeing is the most important thing .

[@cv7357]

🌷My fam laughs at me because when cellphones 1st came out, (I'm 56) I said I'll NEVER become a slave to my phone and I've stuck to that. Never had FB (myspace back then) or IG or twitter/X, etc and from what I here, I'm better off for it. Rarely look at my phone and don't know where it is half the time. I do allow myself to follow a few youtubers though and only watch on home computer like TV -and need to be busy with something like laundry or exercising while watching. So glad I never let myself get hooked. Sad to see people so attached to those little rectangle time wasters. Life is gift and is not forever here on Earth. 💙 Take care everyone!

[@youbetterwakeup2449]

Enjoy your newfound freedom! I quit almost all social media about 6 years ago, and the first week or so was just a matter of telling myself no. After that, it was easy to avoid, and not only did it free up a ton of time, but almost immediately started to feel better. It's also pretty neat that your son's teacher is having them do that. Almost nothing but drama and pointless garbage on there anyway.

[@sharonromero128]

The gardens look manicured & orderly. I’m sure they look better than some Spring gardens. I’m sympathetic. Too much to do shuts me down to doing almost nothing, too. Social media….addictive! By God’s grace, I have been able to reduce the time spent but, need to do more. I think you will be just great for the upcoming gardening shoot. Don’t worry you are doing your best. Many blessings

[@denisedano3502]

I'm in Texas .. we've had way too much rain for good growth, and fungus is becoming an issue. The bugs are bad this year for us too. Have to watch the weather like a hawk to cover things because the storms have been bringing hail. Nearly everyone here is frustrated 👌

[@mariegerdeman1543]

Your video has made my Sunday! My little garden is behind however I'm hopeful. Picked strawberries to add to my fruit bowl breakfast. Have a blessed week.

[@GardeningonEmpty]

I agree! I deleted my FB in 2013 and Instagram in 2021. Like you said KZbin is different because it has Movies and Informative Videos. Homestead looks amazing!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@taylordaine3881]

I deleted FB/IG a few years ago! The most freeing thing I’d done in years! My mental health is top of game. 😊

[@GreenThumbGardener65]

Your garden beds have never looked better! Really beautiful and clean!❤ I couldn’t even see the gopher!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you so much!

[@Happyfarmgirl]

I gave up Facebook and Instagram 2 years ago after I realized how much time I was wasting. Haven’t missed it, spend more time in the garden and watching garden uTube that teaches me something useful, like Next Level Homestead. You wont be sorry.

[@rachelgreengfgarden5467]

I applaud your awareness of social media and making changes that fit with your intentions. Regarding the gophers, thanks for showing a bit of gopher so we understand how that type of trap works. And I think you’ll find HUGE success with burying the dead gopher in the hole. About 20 years ago, we felt like we were playing whack a mole with one gopher after another until we finally buried it in the tunnel rather than putting it in the trash. This was my mom’s suggestion. It totally ended the goober issue at that house. We used that technique at our next home and it worked again.

[@rachelgreengfgarden5467]

And Daisy following you is adorable. ❤

[@kathyshinn1007]

Thank you, Brian. You are showing us that even very experienced gardeners have ups...and downs in the garden. I've only been gardening for 3 years and I'm learning to accept that we must work with what Nature sends our way. In your video class please include reminders that there will be stunning successes in our gardens...and some disappointments also. The most important thing is to just keep going and try again. I'm learning that some things just don't thrive here in Central Florida. So, I'm getting better at seeking out those things that will appreciate our hot, humid conditions.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

So true!

[@caterjunes3426]

Good for you, Brian, for mastering your contact with social media instead of letting it master you. Btw, I'm also frustrated with all the gray, cool weather we've been having. No problem with seeing the dead gopher, either. Glad you caught the sucker!

[@Jacksongirl60]

I left fb and Twitter 4 years ago! We also don't watch mainstream media aka fake news.😂 It was such a relief and we have not missed any of it for a second!!! Its amazing how negatively it all affects a person. KZbin is my alternative news source and entertainment. Love gardening and homesteading vids. You'll not regret it! It's truly freeing! Everything looks great!!!❤

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you!

[@TLAA68]

My 28 yr old has taken her IG off of her phone often for the same reason. As a massage therapist I rarely use my laptop, with that said covid changed social media for me...I don't often use it. On another note you mentioned your weather- I'm in Edmonton, Alberta Canada and we had a frost advisory last night lol. It is only +3 today...I had to bring in all of my plants. We'll see if we can plant by June 😢

[@beckyisabell4324]

Oh the truths you tell especially about getting overwhelmed with all that needs to be done and kinda just shutting down.

[@lauriesmith7517]

The beneficial insects LOVE cilantro blossoms! Let it go. It looks wonderful, like white foam.

[@mtpalmsy]

What a great episode! The garden looks great, all of that clean up is paid off. Hopefully you’ll get some warmer, sunnier weather in the days before the class, and the cilantro doesn’t bolt. The class is gonna be great because you keep it real, and one of those realities is nature is going to take her own course in her own time. In general most of us take food availability for granted, seeing a real garden in real time is a great reminder how blessed we are with bounty.

[@VaultDwellerGal]

“She looks a little agitated.” 🐮 She may be mad at you, crave chocolate, and want to lie around and watch rom-coms. Call it a hunch.

[@pixelkitty2583]

😄

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

😆

[@AnneLewis-q5k]

I echo quite a few of the comments. I completely deleted Facebook and Instagram a few years ago after reading about digital minimalism, and my quality of life improved greatly. Keep up the good work Brian! May God bless you and your family. 🙏

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you!

[@sandrajohnston9745]

Makes me feel not so bad because nothing is taking off growing like I think it should. You have gophers, I spend all my time chasing caterpillars. But any day in the garden is better than a day at work! Your nasturtiums are doing beautifully, mine haven't shown up yet.

[@carcnz]

So funny with the lamb in the wheelbarrow 😂. Please don't stress - all will work out fine. Everything is looking wonderful!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you!

[@simplyme_inTN]

You need a small riding mower (with or without the mowing deck) and a little trailer to ramble around your property lol!

[@DawnTomasko-pj1lj]

I’m doing the same thing! Having time and more quiet is healthy and social media frequently brings me down. Love your you tube videos!

[@annew8365]

Aw, Daisy 🌼 She’s adorable.

[@gailgreenberg6953]

I only go on FB when someone posts and only on my Mac. No problem seeing the gopher! And love watching Daisy follow you. Daisy and the lambs are adorable!

[@gregmasciola3332]

I feel you on the social media thing. I still have it on my phone, but I admit when I use it it's almost always out of boredom. I have unfollowed a few friends and family members who almost always post negative stuff or politics, so that's made it a bit more peaceful. I've joined some other groups like yours and ones related to my other hobbies, so it's more about other people sharing their ideas.

[@linda_sue]

I can't wait for you to be able to look back on this project with the pride you'll deserve after facing so many challenges. We're with you!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@mariamilanova]

I was scared you had been bullied! So glad that wasn't the case. Daisy is amazing, the garden is amazing too, don't be discouraged by the way it's been recently. Those plants need just a few days of sunlight and will change completely

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@AlsanPine]

actually, the class should be about reality as well. our weather just cooled this week but as our climate destabilizes, we are going to see more of this so everyone needs to plan for it. one of the problems, especially for new gardeners, is expectations. so many people start gardening for a season or two then get discouraged because their expectations were not met. like all things, it takes time to get experience and get in the flow. as for social media, i got rid of them all shortly after i tried them when they began. i only have youtube and that is because it is about learning for me. love the animals 😍

[@shirleyk623]

Until you get rid of the snails and other things eating your strawberries, here's a suggestion, I bag my strawberries with those bags for seed starting. They're like a cloth bag. I put a clip on the top of the stem to keep the critters out. So far it has worked. That is a mole tunneling under the surface of the soil. We have them here in Florida. I also don't do social media, I have enough problems of my own, I don't need to be reading about everyone else and their problems. I do have my y tube videos that I watch. I can watch or not watch certain videos. Thanks for sharing your farm animals with us. They are very entertaining.🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@nanhale6884]

Hi Brian, im definitely in agreement with you. I learned KZbin from my three grandsons during the pandemic school year. It's my vice, and im conscious of time spent watching it. Ive learned a great deal from you and so many others. As far as Facebook, i cant stand it. No Instagram ever. Family knows to personally tell me if there's something they would like me to know. I'm sooooo much happier.

[@joannpuckett2060]

Oh my God I guess that's what I should do with my chives. Thank you Brian!

[@bushwhackermo]

KZbin is bad enough. I've not been on a "social media" deal since AOL in the 90's. I love your content and skill! Stay strong brother.

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you!

[@gloriajean2226]

What a powerful action.

[@Lauriedoublemk]

Love Bella, Daisy and the lambs!!! 😍 I got off of social media over a year ago (and here I am commenting on your TouTube channel 😂). No social media is EXTREMELY freeing!!! I did set up, recently, a FB account for only my groups (chickens, canning, freeze drying, etc). I’m hardly on at all but it’s nice to have that resource if you need help. Your video will be absolutely fine for School of Traditional Skills ! Remember, it’s “real life” and the weather does its own thing! I live at 6,300’ in Western Colorado. We had a pretty hard freeze just last week, which isn’t typical. I’m a member of School of Traditional Skills and look forward to your class. A tip about freeze drying your cilantro………move your warming tray temp down to 90 degrees and don’t pre-freeze your herbs. They come out almost the same color they were when you put them in (no browning) and the taste is phenomenal!!!

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you

[@ejuran2661]

You made a good decision doing that. I completely deleted all my accounts except for KZbin in December, I missed it for a week or two but now I feel so much better. I’m like you and don’t even have my phone near me 1/2 the time.

[@deeannehodson4608]

It truly is a weight lifted off ones shoulders when getting off of social media. I left Facebook and Instagram July 2023. It has been wonderfully liberating! I don't plan on ever returning to either one. I like my freedom too much! Like you, I continue to have KZbin because I like watching movies. Three years ago we discontinued satellite for television. Now we watch all movies via KZbin, Amazon, Hallmark or DVDs. It's wonderful to have entertainment at your fingertips. But, freedom from bondage to social media is priceless! I enjoy your channels. Hang in there, and thank you for all the work it takes to make them possible.

[@judycee9263]

LOL, I have 1 strawberry. And yes, I too hope that Daisy doesn't try to mount you! 😂 So roly poly bugs eat slugs? That explains why I have none of those, because I have thousands of roly polys. And little ants. Been fighting those with borax and sugar traps, but they are winning.

[@kat6084]

I had to buy transplants this year. Not a dang thing sprouted. I blame the potting mix. My winter sowed didn't sprout in it either. note to self: don't buy generic full of wood chips. junk!

[@juliepoolie5494]

Even brand name organic was full of wood chips for me. Horrible!

[@deewinston5651]

Enjoyed the video Brian. I i love Daisy following you and when you turn the camera and the little black Lamb, sorry I forgot the name, was standing in the wheelbarrow, I had to smile. Thank you for making me smile today Brian. I needed that. I personally think because of all the social media platforms, people don’t sit and visit, or go outside and be productive, or sit outside and just watch the sunset, because they’re on their phones, I just feel like they’re missing “real” life, “real” interactions with their own family, their neighbors, their world. I think you made a good choice. I even have to limit my time on KZbin, watching other peoples lives and be deliberate to spend time doing things that affect my life and the lives of my family and friends. ❤️

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you. The lambs are Ollie (black one) and Ottis (white one)

[@nanarose3496]

I have to stay off Facebook and Instagram for the most part. I sign on once or twice a month to check in on friends and family but the negativity just eats me up. Even on KZbin I avoid reading comments. So many people delight in criticizing and stirring up trouble. My sister lives on social media so she lets me know if I’m missing something important. 😉 As always sending love and hugs to you and your sweet family. ❤️🤗❤️🌹

[@littlehomesteadbigdreams]

Thank you. Sending hugs back 🩷

[@ml3110]

I logged out before Christmas and haven't been back on. I do not miss it whatsoever! I'm so proud of you. Focusing on the Lord and not social media is the best thing anyone could do! ❤

[@lyndelgado6138]

Yay, DEAD gopher! I dont mind. Gray May has made my garlic look like yours. Thinking of pulling it up n letting it dry n replanting it in fall. I just do yt n treat it like tv. You will b ok 4 ur class. Take care!

[@jeas4980]

First... your garden is absolutely beautiful! Those flowers are stunning (nasturtium?)! Have you tried zoning your spaces by days of the week? It doesn't take care of the everyday stuff like watering and pest control... but it gives you a focus area for the day. I give myself Saturdays off to rest. But I have Seedling Sundays (which is all my potted and shed areas), Raised bed Mondays, Perimeter Tuesday, Wild Space Wednesdays, Orchard Thursday, Food forest Fridays. It's really helped me with the perfectionist paralysis. I do it inside for household cleaning too.