Here's Why I'm Not Doing New Year's Resolutions in 2024...

[@mackenziediver7037]

Can I just say I love when he goes "we'll get back to that" before he goes on a tangent? it makes it feel like I'm gossiping with an old friend who is catching me up on things.

[@reganlandau]

It’s definitely ok to say Happy New Year until the time we all stop forgetting to write 2023 on documents etc, which (for me) is usually mid-March

[@DanLayton]

I mean I end up putting my birth year most of the time so I’m tremendously bad at the game.

[@stacker63]

@@DanLayton I would love to see a line of scented candles btw!

[@Xethagona]

As an adult who only recently learnt how to drive with a partner in the same boat, we've had the fun discovery that it's VERY difficult to rent a car during your first year of having a licence. So keep that in mind with your plan!

[@Dr.Tectonic]

The last ten seconds of this video made me -- genuinely -- snort with laughter. Well done, sir. It *IS* a very good piece of comed-

[@Dr.Tectonic]

Also, kudos on all the self-awareness and mature intentions and suchlike. Always nice to hear the thought processes of people who have their heads in the right place.

[@t.kruste3085]

I read this comment before I finished the video and also had to laugh at that and then remembered the comment again, when I realized that was the end of the video, haha Felt like a bit of a meta experience

[@t.kruste3085]

Germans love to complain about our trains, but every time I hear anything about trains in the UK I become very grateful for our train system :')

[@onceuponajones]

Please, iconic Aberystwyth!!! Recognised from that thumbnail alone. Graduated 2017!! Pursuing the slightly normal looking after yourself process is also where I am.

[@DanLayton]

Icons recognise icons

[@onceuponajones]

Officially floored by that response. 10/10!!! ​@@DanLayton

[@natequick]

As a former freelancer who is now back in a more "stable" form of employment, I fully remember the terror of freelance finance 🥶. Also, as someone who is starting to get their finances on track again (thanks "stable" employment!) I will absolutely buy all the Daniel J. Layton -branded things I can so you can keep shining.

[@Sambanini1904]

"Saturday Kitchen's on." Right?! 😂

[@honeycombc]

I would like to purchase a *Daniel J. Layton Scented Candle* IN FACT I’d like multiple please

[@nikkat6sxe]

I was excited at first upon hearing you're learning Welsh cause I am and was hoping to see your progress then little disappointed it was a set up for a joke then laughed full heartedly at said joke

[@DanLayton]

It’s not a complete joke!! I am trying to learn! But that particular joke was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up

[@nikkat6sxe]

@@DanLayton oh cool then good luck sir and can't fault you never pass on a great joke

[@katrinamackay1261]

Yay Parkrun! ("It's not not a cult" 😂)

[@adelecaroline3614]

I've really only got one goal. Read the books in my TBR pile. It's not too big of a pile, but I can hear it crying whenever a new book comes into my life. Other than that, this year is a bit of a blank canvas for me. I did get some frankly shit news on Monday which I will be annoyingly vague about, and that has the potential to throw a spanner in the works but we'll see! I do like this vlog format you've chosen, by the way!

[@DanLayton]

UGH January bad news is the absolute worst. In the mean time, dive into those books for a little escape whenever you can. And thank you!! All for trying out new things and seeing what sticks!!

[@daniellalloyd1082]

I would def buy a scented candle from you, Dan. You & your vids just have that cosy vibe. ❤

[@Bulldog93]

just an idea that I've implied in my freelance work but when you sign on to do something you get 50%of your pay paid upfront to secure your services and then when you complete your services then you can get the rest of the pay after that way your not sitting around waiting for them to pay you

[@DaedNevar]

7:00 the fear of money is so fucking real, dan. in the process of growing up, growing into adulthood has shown me how many things just involve going into debt and constant payments to own or rent things. and it is...a lot to come to terms with

[@thetheatricallinguist]

I appreciate the frank financial chat - I am in the same boat as a freelancer (also going through a divorce 🙃) and am also scared of dealing with money and talking about it...

[@Tessothemorning]

It was indeed a very good piece of comedy. Thanks for another potofteaandabiccie chat Dan. Have a wonderfully normal 2024.

[@Winwarddd]

The lil rainbow made me so happy 😍

[@Iambored1com]

Excellent bit of comedy at the end there

[@cecilialau_]

Okay, the background of Wales selling it fullllly. Wow. You captured it as if it was a collab 🤩☀️ Appreciate the reflections and openness. Also have to acknowledge the journal - inside and out 🤌

[@alicevawser428]

That ending 😂

[@swanhaven92]

In my country (Greece) people judge you if you Don't learn how to drive. I would love to see some updates on the journal through the year If you d enjoy making them. It looks cool

[@KittyDful]

It's so weird to see you in Aber! My two worlds are colliding! I'm also wanting to get into the creative sphere this year, I started last year but I just didn't have the confidence, still don't to be honest but we're gonna give it a go anyway!

[@cerielinmorris1087]

Aberystwyth! graduated officially in 2022 after covid hit in my final year. Seeing you walk around made me feel all nostalgic :') honestly your videos are like a warm cup of tea. Started journalling again myself too, I think using the word intention rather than goal is a great way of looking at it! Wishing everyone a chill new year ♡

[@LemonTeeth]

I keep saying I'm gonna read a book a month, but I leave it and try to cram in about 8 books in December.

[@willbesprog]

This homesick Welsh gal thanks you for the ambiance of this vid, and also the bilingual signs - never thought I’d miss them!

[@DanLayton]

My favourite is “BWS. BUS.” Like…I could have figured it out, but thanks anyway.

[@willbesprog]

@@DanLayton it’s the trying that counts! I always enjoy a good “tacsi”because x doesn’t exist in Welsh

[@alenaz2081]

I laughed SO hard at the end!! Also, I dont really like scented candles but I would buy yours! Or maybe some soap? 👀👀

[@DanLayton]

A whole range of homeware, if you insist

[@NaomiHoefs]

4:59 that rainbow stealing the show tho. Good new year omen?

[@LillySty]

I find it a bit awkward to say "Happy New Year" anytime after .... say New Years Day, 4 am. But I'm okay with other people saying it until my birthday, which is the 21st of January. Your jumper looks very cozy and the colourway is beautiful and I want to knit one just like it, that is my intention for the new year, thank you very much.

[@juliegagliardi9165]

5:00 RAINBOW!

[@quietfi123]

happy new year, Dan. I hope the Birmingham slander was purely for comic effect...

[@BritInvLvr]

You’re nuts. I don’t remember why I subscribed to your channel but I’m glad I did.

[@livridley3515]

I too am collywobbled by money and finances. I do not budget, i just live my life very scared of spending money and then hope for the best

[@marinemermaidsar]

The idea that we're supposed to jump into New Year New Me in...mid-winter... Im waiting until actual spring to come out of my hibernation hole and start new habits and things. Feels like it matches better with our seasonal needs

[@abbyburns3127]

100% support the taking care of your health. I developed some debilitating illnesses in late 2017 so as someone living on the other side of the coin, enjoy it while you have it! Edit: I didn’t mean that to sound so deterministic 😂 more along the lines of frolic while the frolicking is good.

[@InvisibleDrew]

I'm also an adult with a debilitating fear of driving who has finally conceded that it would make my life significantly easier if I can get myself over the sheer terror of sitting in the driver's seat, much less operating a several thousand pound death machine. It's been almost ten years since I got my learner's permit and then never drove again and let it expire, and I know that it's going to take me a LOT of working my way towards being able to sit in the car without panicking and then a LOT of driving lessons before I'll be comfortable on the road, but it's something to work towards. If I can change my mind about trying it again, you'll be able to do it too, I believe in you!

[@DanLayton]

Oh gosh pushing through that fear must be tough!!! More power to you, you’ve got this!

[@ciara1045]

i was in the same position as you but over 100 lessons and 4 tests later I finally passed! you've got this

[@Alex-vj1tj]

it IS a very good piece of comedy!

[@IonaTrout]

God I would LOVE it if you released a line of scented candles! It would fuel my basic white girl heart 💖

[@teddyverillion]

Another lovely gentle and funny video - I love the way you do these conversational pieces, there's something easy and friendly about it that's so calming. Looking forward to whatever you can put out this year. Also just a note but if you want to see The Color Purple early there's a screening on the 19th at The Garden Cinema that I can get a guest ticket for! x

[@DanLayton]

That’s very kind but I’m travelling that weekend! It’s high priority on my list, though!!,

[@teddyverillion]

@@DanLayton Ah that's ok, not to worry! Just thought it would be silly not to ask. Have a lovely trip wherever it may be! x

[@stacker63]

Love this one! here's my take on driving- it probably takes like 8 hours to drive from Aberystwyth (had to google that spelling) to london anyway haha

[@DanLayton]

But at least I don’t have to listen to what the guy across the aisle is watching on his phone 😅

[@chiarathomas5044]

That first shot of the sea and I IMMEDIATELY recognised Aber, god it's a magical place. (also maybe I have an unhealthy attachment to it after moving there alone for a pandemic panic masters but that's not really relevant is it)

[@DanLayton]

Look, we all have attachments to places for our own reasons and I think that is as good as any!

[@kendallyates]

Hey Daniel, you are one of the only creators who I have been watching consistently since I discovered you with your very first Baking with Layton video. I continue to watch your videos almost religiously. You always have something interesting to say and a lot of the time your videos soothe me. Long may it continue! xx

[@DanLayton]

Thank you so much, that means a lot! I shall certainly try!

[@4dgreentea]

Rainbow at 4:59!

[@JohnJID999]

Such a relaxing intro I absolutely love all of your videos.

[@followthathat4766]

Rent in Wales is a lot cheaper I hear than London. So funny to see the change of rants to include Welsh problems.

[@DanLayton]

I’ll try and convince my industry to move haha

[@JanArsenovic]

OMG relatable content. Especially the cash flow problem and the freelance curse come January 🎉 My only goal for this year is to save or make enough money to take three weeks off from next Christmas to mid January. And, crap, pay my taxes.

[@DanLayton]

Imagine having time off, that sounds like such fun!!!

[@creative2716]

Compliment: You have beautiful eyes. The kind that make you step back and say "DAAYMMM". Now on to watch video... Oh, the crystal blue skies emphasized them. That makes sense. In one way, we are twins (NOT). Your fears and worries are my fears and worries. Wonderful things to have in common!? Aaarrgggh

[@RachelWolfe]

As someone who did a 200+ mile trip to Sheffield (and then back again) for new years in a cheapy electric car from 2015, be choosy about which car and keep a few charge points in mind. I love to drive, even in this dumb car that does 80 miles to a charge on a good day, but my passengers certainly seem to get range anxiety even if I don't.

[@molly.o23]

That is a very good piece of comedy

[@DanLayton]

Thank you for your bravery in acknowledging that

[@TokkiYamaguchi]

that a very good piece of comedy

[@clairelefebvre11]

shout out to the rainbow at 5:00

[@pretsal4955]

Solid comedy

[@bekah9344]

didn’t hear a word at the 5:00 mark because the lighting was too magical, sure it was good tho

[@Andy__H]

What will your candles smell like? Please don’t do a Gwyneth! 🤮😂

[@DanLayton]

Nobody would want that from me

[@Andy__H]

@@DanLayton you’d like to think so but this is the Internet… 🤷😂

[@rokstargirl123]

I've also been meaning to learn how to drive, but I'm worried it'll be awkward to take lessons from instructors who are half my age 😅

[@ciara1045]

all of my instructors have been in their 40s at least so unless you're 80 i dont think you need to worry about that :') (also you would really have to be an arse to care about someone whos paying yous age)

[@imogentait5744]

it it perfectly reasonable to rent an electric car for long journeys every now and again! not everyone needs a car everyday, especially in a country where public transport is actually fantastic (coming from an australian, our pt is shite)

[@bekah9344]

also, Financial Feminist (esp for US) folks, is a great money podcasts that makes money less scary and dare i say, almost fun?

[@missymarmitey]

Knitwear collab 2024

[@allys8323]

still insane to see you walking around aber. like. i live here. i am here every day how have i not walked past you on the seafront at some point

[@DanLayton]

I’m avoiding you

[@kaltespopcorn4087]

I am watching this video in mute. Because I don’t want to be discouraged from my resolutions, but I would like you to have the view for your KZbin statistic.

[@kaltespopcorn4087]

Also the sun looks good on your face. Hope you used UV protection.

[@jw844]

I find Gabe Dunn's Bad with Money podcast helped me to reduce my fear of approaching finances?

[@ScorchTheRedhead]

But did Dan see the rainbow before he went round the corner whilst he was walking???? 😶

[@44nobody]

Dogs cost money. Maybe get your finances sorted first...

[@koellekind]

Don't worry. If you start to eat (mostly) vegan, you will be even MORE of a planet-concious person, and still be "allowed" to use a car once in a while. Transportation is accountable for about 25% of climate change. The food industry for 31%, if I have my facts straight. And that is mostly due to non-vegan products polluting the environment. E.g. because animals are often fed soy that is grown on former rainforest land that they burned down. Please please please: Try Veganuary. You can start at any time. It will give you recipes, good deals in food chains and online shops, background information and helpful tips. Also, if you want to be planet-concious, I would recommend (apart from eating as much plant-based as you can) to (1) have an energy supplier that uses green energy instead of coal etc. and (2) to use a bank that does not invest in climate-adverse things. There are only a few really "green" banks to my knowledge. GLS, Ethikbank, Umweltbank and Tomorrow are the ones I know. (All German I believe...)