Get Out Your Comfort Zone - Budapest 1000km - P2T EP19

In this episode, I attempt to describe the comfort zone and how one needs to poke at the boundaries of the ring.
Permission to Torque is a Mental Health movement set up to show others that you "get it" by displaying a discrete symbol for others to take comfort in. Its not about sitting around in a circle feeling sorry for yourself, its about shared experience and getting out there to find out what makes us happy - this is the aim of my trip and why I am sharing it on KZbin, the good days and the inevitable bad ones too.
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[@BaronVonGrumble]

Early morning video today, enjoy your toilet time. 👍

[@rosscollier3992]

Bedtime poop here in NZ my bro

[@phillipparkinson7145]

Perfect shitter time. 20 mins for that morning flush out. Cheers Sue.

[@bazwax77]

Couple of toots on a zoot a poop and the baron 👏🏻🙏🏻

[@ryanmalone2681]

I have the shits so I’ve watched the whole video on the toilet. Loved it though!

[@Kyle0228]

I felt seen while avoiding work watching this on the toilet 😂

[@BoxCarRacer-notthebandsorry]

I started watching this series a month or so ago. Unemployed, depressed, stuck. I live in the eastern US and had a wedding to go to in the south, and watching these suddenly made me think "what if I just keep going?" So I did. I drove all the way across the country and am currently typing this from the last hotel before getting home again, 16 days later. I've seen incredible sights that I thought I'd never get to see. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@badshotuk72]

Chris you've inspired me to get off my arse and get on the bike for a short adventure next week, work is quiet so no better time to go, thanks for this Torque series!

[@tzartrex]

being in my mid twenties i find myself panicking about my future, wtf to do with myself, money, costs etc... this series has been a joy to watch and see your thought process on battling mental health. Hopefully find my own path too... thankyou for your wisdom, insight and courage to share. :)

[@BillyBigBalls770]

It doesn't matter how far you travel, your problems will follow you all the way.

[@oxygen6371]

Yep.... "Wherever you go, you take yourself with you"

[@markarnold5593]

I have never felt "This is exactly what youtube is for" more than right now.... Heart felt thankyou....

[@ironman8fitnesspl-eire75]

A very honest open account of everyday life...bravo Chis👍

[@dinxsy8069]

Most days im a depressed miserable c**nt but 18:05 had me in stitches. I know how you feel on a day to day basis just i'm in a terrible place in life financial wise, it's hard to live in ones mind with your own thoughts but you have to realise you make others feel good about themselves so feel good about yourself knowing you do so. I regularly watch the old uploads of you going through the misery of traveling to London each day but you still had humour

[@matthewcoleman8267]

I've absolutely loved this series. The honesty, the adventure and the fabulous scenery.

[@christopherjohnparsons6099]

This is really great and inspiring. I'm a Brit living in Budapest which is a great base for road trips to Bosnia and Croatia on my Ducati. Love 44 Teeth too. Best wishes Chris

[@BrianTigerRider]

Eyup fella. Watched you doing this journey and enjoyed my time with you. You need to think of the things you have and not what you don't have. I would love to be doing this with you but my circumstances won't permit. So I live our journeys vicariously through you. Chin up and be positive. You have so much. ❤

[@NWSTRX850]

You’re so spot on with comfort zone comments.

[@cisium1184]

You're right that we can't escape our problems by going on holiday, but I find that thinking through my problems when I'm traveling is some of my most productive thinking. I find that getting away from something helps me think about it and make sense of it. That makes me feel better, so I have to think it's emotionally healthy. Also I have a "theory of travel" that every trip/vacation is really made up of three trips: 1) the one you expect before you travel, 2) the one that actually happens, and 3) the one you remember afterward. They're all different, and the third one is probably the most important and most restorative, and the one that takes the longest, because I am constantly revising my memories of it to make it better and more interesting than the actual trip (#2) was. I also find that during the actual trip (trip #2), I usually start off very optimistic and upbeat, then have a one- or two-day period of weariness and depression. Then when I see the end of the trip coming, I buck up and start trying to make the most of what's left of the trip, and I get happy again - and that attitude seems to carry over to life in general and to the specific problems I have been pondering. Anyway I kinda see you going through a similar progression in this series. Bottom line, thanks for doing this series - I loved it and I hope you do more in the future.

[@TheSlagwerker]

Great series Chris. I totally agree with you regarding being trapped in your comfort zone. I spent 15 years in a job being miserable, angry and being horrible to the people I love just because I thought there were no other options. At the age of 51, I quit that job and a whole world of opportunity opened up. I'm now outside my comfort zone but enjoying learning my new job. Life is looking up. Cheers.

[@NewZeroland]

What I love most about your videos is the meaningful reflection on life. It's more than "just a motorcycle travel series". Thank you for sharing your own personal philosophy with us!

[@cunningpunt]

I've just come back from rolling round Europe on my 'happy shopper' SV650 with my son. Made it down it lake Como via the Ardennes, Baden Baden-blackforest, Swiss alps and passes then over the Stelvio and back up through the Timmelsjoch. Stopped of at the Nurburgring for a few laps too. An incredible 8 days. I never thought I'd do it and it was better than I could dream. Lucky with the weather, the trip was perfect. Watching you and Al on the BBBs made me say 'fuck it, I'm giving it a go' so I got my A licence a couple of years ago and here we are. Decompresing now, French alps next!

[@kitesurfnutter]

Having mental health issues myself. Watching you talk about your own issues has really helped me. My divorce is now finalised and I have gone big with my adventure. My Permission to Torque sticker is proudly placed on my helmet. Thank You...

[@Thunder-cx4yq]

This has been the most informative and emotional series ever. From chewing gum on the handlebars to an almost full bukake on your watch at the Serbian border and then that crazy storm you rode through in Ep 18. Absolutely brilliant Baron! ps. not enough Double Bloody Anythings mate!

[@smokeybarr]

I bought a PC and got back into gaming about 5 years ago. I absolutely love it. I also started streaming about 2 years ago and have an absolutely cracking little community. Gaming very quickly became my 'zone out' hobby and takes my mind off a lot of real word bullshit.

[@jonnomarshall]

I am going to miss your "misery" as you call it! Great series Chris. I have loved every minute of it.

[@jg3685]

Dealt with anxiety most of my life, courage my man. Reading the stoics helps me, thanks for the video!!😊

[@thebigoaktree8401]

Wherever you go, there you are. In other words acceptance leads to inner peace. Beautiful realizations friend. May the Gods watch you home!

[@SlowfingerJC]

I worked my arse off for 40 years of which I was somewhere else on this planet other than my home for over 5 years of it. I got through it by accepting that life is going to throw crap at you whatever, so you have to face up to the problems by treating them as a challenge and I don't like being beaten by life's challenges so I fight like hell to prevent these problems from spoiling the life of my family. You have to be honest with yourself though about the cause of the problem. Anyway, at the end of my working life now so fighting to create my own challenges now!

[@v1kytor]

really enjoyed this trip Chris, thanks for having us !

[@coolbolas]

I literally was sitting on the loo while watching this. Made me laugh 😂

[@Andysing69]

Please have another breakdown and go on another trip.😉. But seriously, it's been an amazing series to watch... need another 🙂

[@Johnnyknox1234]

Totally get what you’re saying about anxiety and getting out of your comfort zone. Great to hear I’m not alone in that. Going to do everything I can to stretch my ring… I think 😳

[@1BergerVongSchlauigkeitHer]

It's more fun if you let your friends help you stretch the ring.

[@leegrice1210]

'I'd prefer to stay in with a pizza, a bottle of Coke Zero and play Sid Meier's Civilisation all night... That quote cracked me up... me too Chris, me too... 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Helder1110]

Thanks for the series Chris and for being an honest man expressing his feelings through this series and for not bragging around pretending evrrythings ok like most do.Cheers from Luxemburg

[@LuisSantos-dk1ox]

Thanks for the raw inputs on your brain. It feels good to know other people think and feel the same way as you do.

[@jcwhiskers3415]

I can relate to a lot of what you discuss (I've had bi-polar for years), there is a fine line between thinking screw it and going away on a whim or becoming a hermit. Sometimes both help short term, but not ideal. In the past I've reverted to Spock mode (logic) to cope until things levelled out. The bit about surrounding yourself with friends who are more in tune with the person you are now, who you want to be and understand your situation. I love your content and 44teeth, I've only just come across it...parp. *I developed my own cognitive therapy and was lucky enough to cope without meds. I have been coping with the anxiety thing since childhood (age 53 now). I'm watching the 44teeth News episode where you discuss it. My routine in the morning is to get up, cuppa, washing up (relaxing), then shower...small things, but a structure and a bare minimum of achievment for any given day. Any time you need advice from someone who has been through the ringer...steady. Oliver's Mount this weekend, I'll enjoy it once I'm there. 🏆🍻

[@glenns001]

loved the series Chris, your sense of humour is great, always crack up at some of your jokes lots wont get

[@Sallyjord1]

You are right in pushing your boundaries and getting out of your comfort zone. I decided to do that, I retired last year at 67, I then turned to drama schools and motorbikes....... In July I appear in a Shakespeare play, and have passed my cbt and theory, and am now training for my full bike licence. You are only here once, and it's not a rehearsal ❤

[@codename_wind_official]

Greetings from the US. Long time 44 teeth and baron fan. Been following this series, but one thing you said in this one i can attest to. "Picking something you want to do rather than something that's cool or popular to do". Been going thru a few uneasy times and life got real busy this past 6 months. Had some anxiety and didnt realise it. Had a work trip to Suwanee Georgia, somewhere I'd never been. Anyway, got out early one day and my flight was the next morning. I had a whole day to myself and didnt know what to do. Everyone said check places downtown Atlants and bars and restaurants. But I didnt want to do all that for some reason. Spent 45 minutes trying to decide. It was a gorgeous day so I drove my rental north and came across a beautiful state park in a gorge with awesome views and waterfalls. Was not geared for a hike but I did it anyway. Had a great relaxing and eye opening experience. Had the whole place to myself completely alone since it was a weekday. Was so peaceful and I got rid of so much anxiety, it put things into perspective. Had a full hike and for some reason i was not fatigued. Truly something great that happened spur of the moment. Let life take me there and it was rewarding even if it was one day. We all need that from time to time. My anxiety was gone. The only thing missing was my motorcycle but no matter. Thanks guys.

[@ownyourworld]

The first part of this vid I totally relate to . I go on solo trips on the tet and on road . I usually ride for a good 4 / 5 days solid get to the med and then decide I’ve cleared my head enough and end up riding back early in one day as I miss my life back home. Maybe that’s why we do it , it makes us appreciate what we have ?

[@gbner9991]

You perfectly described the solo trips I did. 4-5 days is also enough time for me usually to want to go back lol

[@C2K777]

Whilst of course we all suffer hick-ups & road bumps in life. I'm glad that you feel in the right place mentally to start a new chapter.

[@davexs]

Positive vibes are flowing, good for you

[@szucsl03a]

So surreal to see you ride on the roads of Budapest, my city. I love this series

[@WDXash]

Great series, thank you. I’m lucky enough to have retired in my 50’s and although I have urges to go off on my GSA with mates (although might try a solo next) I have to consider my wife. If I was single I’d be off… maybe not quite as far as Bruce Smart, but I’d do far more 2 wheeled adventure trips. I’ve already had a whizz through France this year, I might be able to squeeze another one in? 🤔 Watching this series definitely increases the urge.

[@mickdegreek2007]

It was an awesome trip.Very inspiring and honest, We all struggle with demons , some more so than others. You have given us all a light and shown us that we can all overcome and adapt, Thank you.

[@jde9095]

I have always been one to focus on What I am missing out on then what I am actually experiencing. This has been a huge wall in achieving happiness and self contentment. Now I am 50 and finally realized all I missed out on was my life which in retrospect was and is better than I knew. Hope you find yours man, thanks for sharing. Take care 👍

[@anthrax668]

Sad to see this trip come to an end. I've really enjoyed the rawness of it all and seeing some of Europe, and the killer commentary. Thanks for sharing it.

[@davidstiglitz4341]

Enjoy what you have and focus on your chosen direction. "Cool" is a massive non-entity. Do your own thing. love yourself. good luck. Dwelling on the past is easy, but not very fruitful. Look ahead. Keep you eyes up too. You are a very popular guy. Enjoy, enjoy , enjoy.

[@RyanE916]

Such a great series, I’m glad it dragged out because it inspired me to take some amazing rides in the last year. Cheers to you sir, and cheers to the rest of us who use our motorcycles as outlets to escape the doldrums of life’s bull shit and rediscover ourselves. Sometimes the best therapy is talking to myself in my helmet while exploring new roads and places and your faffery is 100% relatable. I only wish I had friends that i could similar trips with. Take care Sir Baron! Thanks for taking us along.

[@bingwalker5024]

Been there with bike touring Europe all the same thoughts , 6 years since touring most of Europe now I need to go back but can’t be arsed 😂brilliant vlog again ✊✊

[@SteveInskip]

Awesome trip Chris! Loved it!

[@stevesanelli90]

Words of wisdom and advice ⭐️

[@MotoGoato]

screw what other people and society in general think ... do what makes YOU happy ........ this is the way 😉

[@2wheels6strings8]

Thanks Chris, really enjoyed this.

[@nirboom]

Love everything you talk about and I agree with most of it

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

4 minutes in hilarious. That last hotel was indeed very nice, enjoyed your travels Chris. Solo riding can be oppressive, but usually pop out the other side feeling groovy

[@tomthomas8013]

Chris, Absolutely loved the whole trip with your insight on life and thank you for sharing. The most impressive thing about your trip has been not just the scenery and the countries you've travelled through but your honesty dealing with mental heath. I personally find just getting out on my bike ( yes I'm a GS owner ex sports bike rider and track day addict) is the best thing ever for my mental health and going out with my mates who have been through similar issues is realising how lucky we all are. Mega trip Chris

[@fuller9x]

Thanks, this series has also encouraged me to throw a dart at a map and travel there and ignore the anxiety of doing a solo travel adventure. And also realize the benefits / purpose of a window from the bathroom into the bedroom

[@marksmith8663]

great watch , big thanks for sharing the journey .

[@Jonathan-yd8ud]

Get to see this level of honesty in a world of fakeness. Sometimes it takes a trip away out of the comfort zone to put in perspective that life for all it's faults isn't that bad really.

[@yorkshire1290DUKE-R]

It's been epic, cheers Chris 🍻

[@bebben86]

This series has been amazing, I've been looking forward to every eposiode. Thank you for your inspiration, Chris. And thank you for P2T.

[@chazzyoung9128]

Sounds like you had a great time finding some peace inside Chris and now you feel it’s time to go home ,what a fabulous journey mate b safe

[@hartleyhare1972]

Love this series, more baron please. 🙏

[@LasseJOugaard]

Chris it has honestly been a pleasure following along with this videolog. It was fun meeting you on the eurotunnel and now seeing how your trip since unfolded. Curiously I arrived at somewhat of the some conclusion as you after my trip; Because I'm insignificant in the grand scheme of things, it's okay to take a timeout for personal growth. The world will keep revolving without me for a while. We're so priviliged, that we can exist just to have fun while it lasts! BTW the mental image of someone frantically washing the insides of the Tulip Curtains while being watched through the peeping window in the bathroom, absolutely had me in stitches! 😂

[@matmoore74]

Belting series Baron, enjoyed every minute of it, glad youre feeling better at the end of it 💪

[@matthewthompson1159]

Watching you stuck in a carpark is better than my day job 😆 Great series Chris, cheers 👍 also you might be the only person to ever nearly run out of fuel on a GSA 🤣

[@125ZJK]

Tell you what , I was panicking over the fuel and I wasn't even there 😂

[@jschoofs]

It’s my experience that GSA riders often think they have unlimited fuel in the bike and thus their fuel management gets very sloppy. And then…they run out of fuel 😮⛽️

[@125ZJK]

@@jschoofs someone commented , when GSA riders go on group rides with "regular" bikers it really makes no difference as they still stop when the group does... unless they're all GSA of course.

[@benwells2338]

Aside from the adventure and experiences one often gains from a long solo moto trip, you can’t deny it’s also just naturally a great way to sort through any mental garbage one can accumulate over time just living, with work and other obligations and all. After I get home from a long multi day trip I often feel very much rejuvenated and like you noted in this vid, actually enthusiastic to get BACK to normal life. To me it’s a great sign you got what you were looking for out of a trip if you can get to that point, rather than dreading having to go back home. Been fun following your travels on this trip and happy to see your spirits renewed.

[@Wats1984]

Enjoyed this series of videos. It takes a lot to show the bad side of life, most just show the good. 👍

[@jonotaylor5011]

You give nothing but genuine honesty. Thanks for sharing your trip :)

[@NefariousOaf]

I'm stuck at home working so was just catching up on some old moany Baron to get my bike / moan fix. Happy to see another new video . Keep up the good work moit!

[@lifeintheshadylane]

so many true words, so many understood reasons... a legendary trip for all of us who have or are going through any sort of mental turmoil. absolutely amazing journey length wise and head wise. I Applaud your honesty and devotion to entertain! Welcome home!

[@samuelstrauss5119]

Your an inspiration mate well done

[@mike748golfsmith]

I've watched every episode and although I do not have mental issues myself (not that I am aware of at least :)), I have much loved members of my family who do so I strongly identify with these struggles. It takes great courage to do what you did on this trip and above all, huge resolve to get it done so you should feel a great sense of accomplishment. I hope you are doing well now that you are back with your son and please keep up the great content. I used to watch a lot of your videos from all those years ago when you rode from Farnham in to London because your route up the A3 past New Malden, down through Roehampton, Barnes, Hammersmith, Cromwell Road, Kensington on up to Regent Street etc etc were all places where I lived and worked over the years. I still dip in to those vids now and then. Keep well!

[@flatscreenstevie124]

Cheers Chris, I'm going to listen to your advice and get myself a gaper!!! Great video again mate 👍

[@SteveInskip]

Everyone needs some down-time now and again to re-energise! You made a good choice getting out of it and going on this trip! Good for you mate!

[@davidbanham6481]

Can't agree more with you regarding the ever decreasing safety bubble. Little steps become larger and less frightening with practice. Watching your videos, Chris, has inspired me over the years. I did the NC500 on my own and have visited the IOM solo for the TT this year. Both things I wouldn't of considered a few years back. Good luck with finding your 'place' and look forward to your next video.

[@Baza765]

Brilliant tour mate, wishing you all the best for the future 👍 Ride Safe Mr B 😎🤘

[@billmoeller8897]

You are so right, you can't outrun your thoughts.

[@TremourSphereMotovlogs]

Just binged the entire series, gotta do more!

[@careyhamilton4793]

Fantastic series Chris. As a fellow mentalist although in a different way it's great to come along for the ride. Make great memories with your lad👊

[@antl82]

how have i only just realised, after being subbed to both you and 44teeth for years, that the "funny none bald one" is baron? dumb moment. great videos regardless

[@shuttlefish59]

I've been following this series Chris and I must say you have been an inspiration. Loving your honesty. I love the way you promote getting out of the ever decreasing sphincter like comfort zones of life by getting familiar with discomfort and uncertainty. It is really what Buddhism and meditation points at. Very helpful, especially for those of us who will probably not look down that particular path. I hope you will do another series like this ❤

[@wretchedrider2157]

Nice series! Final video's advice helping me continue to get outside my comfort ring and do some air travel, despite an unreasonable fear of flying. Big love, Chrissy Wissy!!

[@PutOnYourLid]

Well Done Chris. You have given me a lot! I'd like to thank you for your genuine, authentic, honest and open way. Your trip has really helped me realize that a kick on the butt is needed. My plan is 3 weeks Scottland and Ireland on my 1250 GSA. I hope I don't give up and........loose!

[@NasrXR]

Thanks for sharing all this Chris 19:08

[@sbnch06]

Love you Christopher

[@malcellison8831]

Good work 😊

[@guymathew1520]

Great series Chris. Thanks. I'm itching to go touring on my Triumph Tiger but work and family commitments prevent it at the moment so it's been a pleasure to live vicariously on your trip, warts n' all. I agree re the comfort zone - it's good to do something that scares you from time to time. Either you learn not to do something, or more likely, that you can do more than you believed you were capable of.

[@essexboydave]

Fair play to you 👍 I’ve been riding off and on for 30+ years now and in the last couple of years I’ve got back into it in a big way even buying a 125 for my work commute even though I don’t have to deal with traffic or cover any distance but riding my bike just puts my mind in a better place Cars and bike have been my passion from childhood but going anywhere in the uk in a car is so stressful nowadays I only do it if I have to I have other bikes and I’m trying to get out as often as possible but what with the current financial situation it’s not always possible I’ve been trying to explore the UK with little weekend trips etc I would like to get to a stage where I could do something in Europe but it feels me with dread just thinking about it I need that familiarity like I have with UK travel “money/laws/petrol stations/hotels etc” Keep doing what you’re doing many of us enjoy it and understand where you’re coming from

[@catnamestaken]

Coolcool. Hope you're feeling decent now!

[@iainwhite3476]

Love this series well all of 44teeth and BVG just donated you a snack Chris... thanks for the quality content 👌

[@grahamhill6616]

Ha, we all get a bit 'zen and the art...' philosophical when logging mega kays on the bike, & thereafter a bit pure nuts towards the end of a long day in the saddle wriggling around to alleviate the numbness. As a veteran of a round-the-world 13 month bike adventure 23 years ago I tried to recapture a bit of that with a 5000km 6.5 day blat to Aragon for the GP last year on my 900SS. Europe so much easier than the sub-continent riding wise, enabling big kays. But motorways are hideous. Better to get lost, as non GPS riding me does effortlessly. Then hidden worlds appear. Baden-Baden; yes sleepy Bavaria. Hope you got your mojo on in the curves of the Schwartzweld. Budapest: Fantastic weekend break city. Chris, you need more bed bugs in your hotels. Those places you stayed you can only get away with on a Beemer.

[@phillipchandler8862]

Great trip and inspiring thoughts. How true what you said about the ever closing circle we can retreat to when just ticking along. Must push those boundaries a bit and try something new. Happiness could be just around the corner - I think?😊

[@craigstanger4137]

Getting ready for Wild Atlantic Way tour starting on Saturday. Anxiety is really kicking in, especially as just doing it without planned accommodation and booking on the fly or camping. This series has really motivated and helped just to chill and get on with it and enjoy the adventure. Cheers Chris.

[@5tevieb954]

I hope you carry on doing your own videos after this tour series finishes. I love your BVG content.

[@iand.1752]

Really great series, man. I’m currently dealing with a breakup that I wasn’t dealing with when this series started. I can definitely relate to a lot of what you were going through on this trip. I’m itching to kit the bike up and head out somewhere now. Love from Ohio, USA.

[@markyboi4498]

Fantastic series mate. I toured europe on bikes years ago when i was a lad. Going to Saltzburg with my wife in August. Was a bit apprehensive but not after watching you. Witty and reflective. All the best.

[@mrnicktoyou]

I did a lot of travelling 10-15 years ago because I didn't know where my life was heading. Since then I got married and I have 3 children. Life is great and my life has purpose. I can see myself travelling with my wife once the kids get older. Looking forward to it all.

[@Ronburgundy75]

Nice one, Chris. I’m on a solo 10 day trip around France right now. Everyone thought I was crazy, but it’s one of the best things I’ve done. Will tell you all about it if I see you at Bahnstormer again one day.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Cheers!

[@joemoonen9320]

Just remember "The Pale Blue Dot" and all of our worries fade away to insignificance

[@Szlejer]

Chris, we eastern europeans cherish nothing more than watching and gloating over other people's suffering. Like you suffered in that car park. :D

[@daveo9844]

😂

[@twowheeler1000]

Looking at the last shot, you really look enlightened

[@apexslider1]

Well done.