Don't Let That Voice Win

In the wake of a high profile KZbin personality taking their own life, I thought I could talk a bit about that darkness people deal with. If you're struggling, here is a link to numbers you can call. ibpf.org/resou...

[@kypie26]

Pure class, Shannon. You’re a good human for posting this. RIP Etika.

[@manofspoons5334]

As someone who has went through his fair share of suicidal thoughts, it's always heartbreaking to see someone lose the battle. RIP etika, even if I didn't watch him much at all

[@Jack-ei6yg]

Etika would be proud of you for doing this, thank you. I've been following you so long, thank you. Just, thank you.

[@bostonwarrior4824]

This video made me cry, how great of a person you are and its so relatable, but it also reminds me of the famous Robin Lehner quote he said the other day

[@exeter1985]

As someone who lost my Mother 2 years ago, I appreciate your videos. Such a simple thing as watching a hockey video takes my mind off of things for a while. She took care of me in the beginning when she was told that I had too many physical issues and wouldn't make it and I retired early and gave up a lot in retirement funds to stay at home and take care of her. She was terrified of being dumped in a Nursing Home and forgotten. So I made and kept a promise that she would stay in her own home no matter what. Thankfully, I never reached the breaking point. It may have been close once or twice but thankfully I am still here. Your videos both here with your wonderful wife and the 'Adelaide Movie Reviews' and the Hockey videos on the other channel have given me something to look forward to and have taken my mind off of the depression for a while. That's a rare gift that you and your family have that not everyone is capable of doing. I thank you for your work. One final thought, please never leave the Cats out of your work. They add that personal touch that like I have said many times, 'makes your videos like going to a friend's house to talk hockey (or movies etc). Wonderful to see almost entirely 'positive comments' for once. That's rare on KZbin these days. Keep up the excellent quality work that you do Shannon, and never give in to those who want to interfere with your work.

[@Logan_Weasel]

I have absolutely nothing but respect for you Shannon, always have, I was diagnosed with a depressive mental health disorder at a very young and it's been an uphill battle most of my life, the past few years of my young adult life have been my best and I don't even recognize my old self anymore, I find joy in things like your videos, my great friends,whatever it maybe. I still have struggles but I never let it get to me like I once did, I love the way you discussed this and it's one reason I respect you. Much love.

[@colinvawter512]

Mad props for talking about this stuff. Most people aren’t brave enough to do so

[@protoman1365]

I remember being at the point where I wanted to end it all, when my depression and anxiety were at their peak. In fact, I was going to do it (walking to the roof to jump), when I ran into a friend of mine in the stairwell. She said she wanted to hang out and show me something (I don’t even remember what it was so it was probably trivial), so I put off suicide to hang out that night. An hour or two later, I thankfully was not in that mindset and have never been there ever again. Sometimes, support can distract you from your pain, and that can be exactly what you need.

[@HulianMango]

Thanks for this Shannon. Straight up, I've had issues and your channel helped pass the time until recently, when things started to get better. I'd like to say no issue is too small to get help for. I felt that my issue was insignificant, and that I should just "deal with it", but I needed help. So thank you Shannon, for providing an avenue for help & bringing awareness to this. Also, if anyone sees this and wants to chat about anything, feel free to send me a message. I'm more than happy to help.

[@vank3780]

Thanks for your honesty

[@mightymacaque]

It was hard to watch this. The thoughts just won't go away for me. Maybe this will help, I don't know. RIP etika

[@Retzerr41]

powerful title dude

[@donutsfactory]

hey Shannon, I've been following you for a long time now and I usually don't comment on your videos but I just wanted to say thank you for this video! By far the most genuine guy I know of when it comes to this kind of topic

[@liningcheetah616]

Very classy man. Thank you for this

[@_Matt8]

Good video Shannon. I don’t struggle with mental health but the advice you gave is amazing and I will follow it through my life.

[@JakeMook]

Couldn’t appreciate this upload more. Thank you for speaking on this subject.

[@zickykane5206]

Don't give up...i struggle so much myself. But suicide just denies you forever of the chance for it to get better. For happiness to come again. Stay strong.

[@domenicf1317]

Great video Shannon. Absolute class act. You've done this issue justice with the utmost care and respect, and I know it will help people out there.

[@InsignificantNick]

Everyone struggles, including me and it's great that more people are finally realizing how important mental health is. I have friends and many KZbinrs I watch also struggle. Your mind can be a dark place. That part about the counseling struck me because I'm seeing a therapist now and sometimes I feel like I'm lying to satisfy her. Great video, thank you!

[@NESADDICT]

As someone who is part of both the Gaming and Hockey community, thank you for posting this.

[@CaretakerWanted]

Thanks you for making this, Shannon.

[@joelettermen9059]

Sorry if I sound like a baby and a suck up, but this video made me cry. It was amazing and you are a great person Shannon. Going through these experiences myself, having somebody like you talk and be open is great. You really are a great and relatable person and I wish you all the best

[@exeter1985]

Don't ever apologize for being a human being. Good for you for having feelings and emotions for people.

[@BoyNamedSue4]

...... is that an office space jersey? Note: commented that before the video really started. Thank you for sharing these numbers.

[@ItsAlpacaMan]

Great message

[@jvoteyza]

Shannon I never thought you would talk about Etika before the events of today. I have been a view of Etika for 6 years and when he was lower than 4,000 subscribers, he was always a big personality in the Nintendo community and today it felts like a large hole in all of us.

[@jeffreycherep8264]

I've said it many times before on the other channel,but thank you so much for addressing this head-on. Because of it's often hidden nature,there's no such thing as too much support or light shed on it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@leesie156]

Thank you and you're right, it's not an answer it's an end. Sometimes we need reminding that the crap we're going through will also have an end. I'm still around partly due to my kids but also because (and this may sound stupid) I don't want to disappoint a friend of mine who thinks suicide is the most selfish thing ever. I'm also nosy, I want to see what happens next. Your reason to keep going can be small, there's a new series or movie you want to see, your cat needs feeding, you don't want to spoil somebody's birthday, you want to see who'll be the next Stanley cup champions! So many people go through dark times, you are not alone!! You don't have to get through on your own, there's help, even if reaching out is super hard! Wow, this got long. Keep going, to never know what's around the bend.

[@CometotheFather-wp9zl]

There we go Shannon amen amen Glorious glorious instead of Gloria hahaha but seriously AMEN SHANNON YOUR A SAINT IN MY EYES 👀

[@MAL8916]

Always appreciate you talking about difficult subjects like this Shannon and being so open 🙏🏻

[@patch8376]

Rendered speechless again. Self sabotage really hit the nail on the head.

[@jvoteyza]

I don’t want his last 8 months of his life to stain his reputation because he was always someone to do anything to make everyone else simile. We will never get to see another one of his streams but the old clips everyone is posting is creating new laughs.

[@Tomten0]

Thank you for this! This is so important!

[@ryanbrown3309]

It is so sad how many people attempt suicide everyday. Hopefully this video will help someone in need. Great job Shannon. Would love to see this video on The Hockey Guy channel as well.

[@golfking3447]

My niche is the hockey guy when I have a bad dad a go home a watch the hockey guy . Nhl is the one thing that get leave me so thank you for being my niche

[@michauvanspeyk8753]

The entertainment Guy Keemstar is in some serious turmoil over this as he was making fun of Etika and mental health as a whole

[@calebfoster5521]

I can't like this video enough

[@BennyOkay]

My god. RIP Etika. I can’t believe it.

[@konkarthebadgermechpilot5374]

You're a good man. I have a lot of friends who seem very Suicidal. Can you send me a link of this so I can give it to them?

[@felicea10]

Thank you for this video this may help someone

[@rivahkillah]

I thought this was going to be about a Singing TV show.

[@Krokodilius]

unfortunately, i think my willpower is too strong so i endure instead.

[@jesse2740]

RIP Etika. The guy had a huge impact on my life and I'll miss him forever. If you need help, please get it. #JoyconBoysForever

[@johnnykadillak1807]

Tough subject bro..awesome jersey tho!

[@ronhalliday7304]

#findyourniche

[@Ihatecensorship1]

Who are the three stiffs who down voted this??? Great job Shannon.

[@PieEater900]

RIP Etika, man.... No one takes mental health seriously until it's too late.

[@Alex-vc1ry]

PieEater More people should be aware of how big an affect it can have on people’s lives

[@Alex-vc1ry]

I was in a relationship a little while back that tore me apart when it ended. Yes, her and I definitely had our problems, but I had loved her more than anyone else (minus my family), and it absolutely destroyed me when she said it was over. I spiraled into a depression that lasted for months and I will admit I considered some dark stuff. I woke up every day and waited for it to be over because my mental and emotional health would be hell. That voice in my head would every day say "you did this, this, and that wrong and that's why she left you." I put all of it on myself because that voice told me everything that happened was all my fault. Then a little while ago I started to turn a corner, feeling a little bit better about myself, not back to normal, but better. Both of Shannon's channels helped, each in their own way. The Hockey Guy helped me keep up with the only thing that kept me going every day, hockey. The Entertainment Guy I felt a deeper connection, and I'm glad that videos addressing mental health and such issues are made, more people should be aware how bad it can affect you. That voice is still there, though it's a lot less powerful than it once was. I am getting better, slowly, I believe. Thank you so much if you took the time to read this

[@felicea10]

PensFan 29 just by you sharing your truth you may have been a light for someone else. I think the more someone talks about their pain or hurt the better they start to feel, so I thank you for sharing your truth. I will pray your soul starts smiling and your days get brighter. Have a bless day #LoveIsLove

[@kennethguzman4053]

@ PensFan 29 no, THANK YOU for sharing your story. we all need to help each other and spread as much happiness as possible.

[@MAL8916]

Appreciate you sharing this, and hope you’re still doing well all these years later 🙏🏻

[@danielsteigerwald26]

RIP Etika. You are not alone. You have a purpose.

[@kennycai8695]

This is why you are one of my favourite KZbinrs, Shannon. RIP Etika.

[@chappiescollectables]

Wow surprised you made a vid about him. Thanks for that. Pure class

[@lancecrossan9343]

This is a very timely video. My family is going through the aftermath of someone close taking their own life. I don't think we'll ever fully get over it. Thank you for speaking out.

[@goldenjedi9990]

This is a very important video that everyone should watch. Very well stated. ❤️❤️

[@Brytons_Thoughts]

I just did a video on this. It really hurts me to see people making tasteless memes on him committing suicide even before it was confirmed that he did. Also some idiots who are just treating it like "he's just some KZbinr, why are you emotional about it?" Like with Durant's injury, people seriously forget that athletes, entertainers, KZbinrs, etc. Are people too. I really hope he didn't see any of that tasteless garbage before he took his own life, that will make things worse if he did.

[@joshmakeshift]

as someone who almost went there. i appreciate this. we all make jokes and say we are ok when sometimes we are not.. even if its just in the comment section, i hope people know some of us are here if you need us.

[@jsullivan5823]

You have always been open about this kinda stuff and I couldn't appreciate it more. Thanks again man!

[@connorearegood3680]

This is such a major issue we face as a society and it's amazing you acknowledge it on your channel. Keep posting great content. I've been a sub to THG since 10k and your personality and insight has helped me through some tough times. Cheers from Michigan. (P.S. Awesome "Office Space" jersey)

[@BrodieBr0]

Words of wisdom Shannon...glad I found your channel/s. You're much more than the Hockey Guy and The Entertainment Guy, you're also the awesome guy!

[@imkindapissedaboutthis2314]

3:56 anyone looking for a small lap dog that loyally follows you around and is happy and friendly? I recommend a papillon. Great small breed (high energy, which keeps me motivated). Thanks for the video... good message. Have a good day everyone.

[@petrirantanen]

Really close subject matter. I had tears in my eyes when I watched this. Been there few times and I am lucky that I am here today writing this. Thank you so much. Videos like this gives me hope. You're good man with a big heart. Cheers, Petri

[@Tomten0]

A more extensive list of suicide crisis lines around the world: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines

[@sctvfan1313]

Thank you for taking the time and posting this - I currently am in a ‘alone’ place personally.. and watching your videos about hockey have filled some of that space - in a way it’s like sitting with a buddy and just talking sports... thank you - keep up the continued success

[@GrizzaSMASH]

Great piece, Shannon. Thanks for sharing. Much appreciated.

[@pimpsonparade]

The part about telling therapists what they want to hear really hits home. If I went to therapy, that might just be the case.

[@bacchigaloupe1]

Work and Hockey are our Nitches.

[@ShantyIrishman]

The secret to happiness is gratitude.

[@nneichan9353]

Good to talk about this. Big heart.

[@daytlov23]

Cats are amazing

[@haroldcollinswerth5787]

I appreciate hearing about your personal struggles because you seem to have such a good handle them, and that is pretty comforting and motivational.

[@haroldcollinswerth5787]

and I like hearing you talk about it infront of a whiteboard lol, very comforting

[@bostonwarrior4824]

8:47 " famous Katie Perry quote" lol