How my COVID struggle changed my approach to life

Chris Cuomo opens up about his experience battling COVID-19 in 2020. Recalling how he spent most days laying on his side while sick, Chris shares how the ordeal taught him powerful lessons about change, perception, and the importance of being a "free agent" guided by internal values rather than external validation.
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0:00 Intro
0:19 Lessons from lying down
13:44 drinkag1.com/ccp
15:01 expressvpn.com/ccp
16:22 What it means to be a "free agent"
28:00 What do you think?
#cuomo #chriscuomo #newsnation #cnn #covid19 #covid #motivation

[@chriscuomo]

How did COVID change you?

[@RuthR888]

Above all covid forced me to reevaluate what really mattered to me. It showed me how crushing it can be to the soul to have little or no human interaction for extended periods of time. I know there are some people who spend their whole lives this way and it made me feel incredibly sad - so as a result I make the effort to reach out to people more and interact with people I normally wouldn’t. Sometimes a small interaction with someone is the only human interaction they will have all day ❤

[@BockwinkleB]

It helped me realize how morally bankrupt people like you are.

[@thomassutherland4330]

It made me realize I was surrounded by idiots that played covid like morons and then poisoned themselves with the mrna bio weapons

[@misssilly6838]

This was brilliant!!! I've been struggling with some issues, and you certainly opened my eyes!! I was one of the fortunate ones to have avoided covid, Thank You, Lord!! I watched your show nightly before covid, during and after. You gave us hope. You shone a light on it like no other. I am truly grateful to you for all of your reporting at CNN. It's unfortunate how that ended, but I am still able to tune in to your wisdom (I'm comparing myself to you) and am truly grateful for all that you taught me!! Thank you ❤️

[@rozzykronfeld-wilbanks8759]

I never got Covid until November 2022(completely vaccinated). I have never been so sick. I couldn’t read, work, watch my iPhone or iPad. Worse sore throat I ever had. Doc looked in my throat and said oh yah, it’s red hot in there. He gave me Paxlovid. It made me sicker. I have asthma so that didn’t help. Here is what effects that have lasted. Asthma worse. Cant eat certain foods. Lost five pounds I didn’t need to lose, and never have gained back.

[@ambition112]

0:51: 🤧 Chris Cuomo shares his experience with COVID-19 and the lessons he learned. 4:43: 🗣 The speaker reflects on his experience of being the center of attention and receiving both love and hate on social media during the COVID-19 pandemic. 10:20: 🤔 The speaker discusses the importance of knowing the truth about oneself and the tendency to live in a delusion. 14:14: 📚 Chris Cuomo reflects on his experience with social media and his own self-perception. 19:00: 💪 The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-belief and not letting others define you. 23:14: 💪 The speaker reflects on the importance of staying true to oneself and not letting external judgments define one's worth. 26:59: 💪 Invest in yourself, stick to your own opinion of yourself and be a free agent. Recap by Tammy AI

[@missbell1634]

Thank you🥰

[@tamaramenard7574]

I thank you for sharing this with us today, Chris!!!!❤ In January 2022, my daughter was diagnosed with Covid. Only 2 days later, I got really sick, and was out of work for almost 2 weeks with extreme fatigue, low grade fever, congestion, a horrible cough, and loss of taste and smell. It was so frustrating, because my Covid tests were coming out negative. The doctors were convinced that I had the virus, even though the test wasn't showing it. The main reason for that was because my daughter had it, and I obviously contracted it from her. Over a year and a half later, my energy level has never been the same. I get exhausted from doing very little 😴. I have discussed this multiple times with my doctor, and they have jabbed me so many times taking blood, checking every avenue possible for the cause of my exhaustion. Vitamin levels are all normal, thyroid is normal, etc. etc. There is no other reason for how I feel except for the possibility that I have long haul. I have tried to exercise and go for walks. But it really doesn't work for me, and I can only do no more than 20 minutes at a time. My work hours have had to be restricted because of the exhaustion. Also, my already existing depression and anxiety got a trillion times worse since getting sick. It got to a point last September where my depression was clinical and I was on a serious precipice. I had to go on two antidepressants just to stay alive. It has been really rough, but I refuse to give up. I have fought breast cancer too, and continue to beat the odds as a survivor of a very aggressive form of the disease which has a high recurrence rate. I have to fight very hard also to raise my self esteem, which has been in the toilet for a very long time. It takes a lot of self talk to convince myself I am worthy. I love what you said about how you feel about yourself matters more than what others think. I am trying to work on this every day, and it is a work in progress. Every day is a learning experience. Thank you for being such a gift to us all, Chris. You are making such a huge difference to so many, and you are loved and appreciated. Be well, CCC ❤😊

[@DakotaDeb]

Well said, and wishing for you improved health and happiness. ❤

[@michellebudka2356]

Me too!!! I got it for the first time November 2022. Haven't felt 'normal' since.

[@misssilly6838]

@tamaramenard7574 You are a strong person to be able to tell your story like it is. It's factual and not a pity message. I hope that the long haul doesn't take you over. Chris made some great points, and even though I don't have issues on the same level as you, I am taking his advice and working towards helping myself to heal inwardly. Good luck with your road to recovery, may it be without many bumps, and soon I hope that things will be better for you. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ginodeigle5840]

I cannot repeat this enough, Chris. Me and my tender half are eternally grateful for your COVID-19 coverage. Especially the interviews you did with your brother. You kept us from losing our minds in this period of great uncertainty and ignorance. Both of you brought clarity, and reassurance that there were sane leaders stepping up to save the rest of us. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@HumbledAndBlessed-DFoots]

I agree 1000%!!

[@deloisghosh3353]

Thank you 🙏😃

[@Iheartpeace22]

Chris CNN hasn’t been the same since you and Don left. I loved you and your brother during the pandemic…it kept us sane. You should be laughing because though there are a lot of great news people at CNN the format change has been a complete disaster. I

[@chrishnapaul2464]

Couldn't agree more

[@Windchill141]

Grateful for your thoughtful concern and leadership during the epidemic ! Many thanks from my family to yours

[@lorriewatson7423]

I have always been what you call a free agent. My "nonconformity" has made me a social "outcast" over the years, I'm content with that. My happiness must come from within, my goals are self determinate, my needs are met by my own actions. I live simply, rejecting television 25 years ago was a life changer. I follow my own path; I'm learning everyday the things that matter to me. It works, follow your path

[@maynewzion2661]

Wow, I am going to do my best to follow a new and better path, starting today. I’m feeling a lot lately that I’m glad I’m on my way out and not my way in!! I also think one of the worse things that happened to the planet was and is the WWW. Thank God I have my three sisters and some very close friends. I have an expression “people, nothing worse than people” and think this everyday with hateful comments on line. Did the Covid thing on day one of a five day cruise. In lockdown with every meal delivered every day, only a headache, nothing else. Disney credited me 100% of cost while feeding me every day. I do feel I have brain fog as an aftermath though. Chris, I watched your Covid coverage and thought your info would be helpful to anyone who resisted the vaccine. I’m glad I had my shot and will be in line for the upcoming vax. Thank you Chris for all your talks.

[@livingsonny107]

Did you also get fired by CNN first before you became one?

[@annelanders2462]

This! ❤ It.

[@MySunsetProse]

Chris I still have so much admiration for your strength and willingness to keep communicating during Covid. I know how sick you were and was astounded at your determination. You and your brother were a beacon of hope during a nightmarish time. I will never forget this. Thank you!!

[@mmpmazerolle]

Great episode. I had COVID and fortunately I fully recovered. What COVID did change was how I viewed my life. Chris you are so right it’s the internal you control not the external. This episode was really moving. Thanks so much!

[@davidlomman-insightsfornat9573]

Brilliant understanding of the human condition and your part in it Chris. I was an avid follower of your journey with Covid in 2020. And loved your description of your healing with all its setbacks and successes and your recognition of those who helped you get better and even more importantly stay better. 🙏

[@OO-kd6ro]

Thank you, Chris. During the lockdown in the UK, it was challenging to know who to trust and comprehend the unfolding events. However, whenever I tuned into your show, I felt a sense of trust in your words. Now, you continue to address complex topics that many find difficult, and I truly appreciate your candid approach.

[@crazytrain7721]

He's a leftie though

[@danielekirylo]

@@crazytrain7721 many of us are, so?

[@blackpillrising3164]

Lol. Trust no one, sheep. Especially not a fired deep state gaslighter. Are you thick?

[@blackpillrising3164]

@@crazytrain7721he is worse than a leftie. He is entitled to his opinions . Thing is he abuses his roll as a news reader. He is a propagandist and gaslighter. Disgusting tool .

[@traceyholt8223]

Same here in Australia.

[@nicholas3389]

Hi Chris I got it on my Birthday October 2022, I was fine , I took a shower and was ready to go out and celebrate. when all of the sudden , it hit me like a lightning bolt. I actually felt like I got a seizure, I honestly thought I was having a seizure, I was sick for a long time. Never really had any kinda of medical issues. Now I feel I'm not the same since that day. I don't feel myself.and I can't explain it. I was so careful not to get sick. And then bam. I got sick. And to make matters worst I got someone else sick. That really destroyed me. I was responsible for someone getting sick. I'm stuck I feel stuck in my life. How do I forgive myself. You always been such a inspiration to me I really love hearing your thoughts on everything. Your an Icon to us who care about you. You matter most.

[@WhenImBackInChicago]

❤️‍🩹. Forgive yourself, today, for anything from the past, that's keeping you stuck/frozen-in-place. Be strong, starting today.💪 Take advantage of the sun shining. Feel that light, within yourself. No more cloudy days. 😊

[@nicholas3389]

@@WhenImBackInChicago Hi i don't know who you are: But God bless you for the Kind words. Thank you means alot. Be well and please help others if you can. Being Nice doesn't cost anything. My God protect you always. Nic.

[@WhenImBackInChicago]

@@nicholas3389 💗 Hi, Nic. You're welcome. 💞 The words you typed mean more to me than you'll ever know. 🙂 🥰. God bless your new year❣️❤️ Respectfully. ~ Tamara 🌞

[@nicholas3389]

@@WhenImBackInChicago ❤❤❤❤💯

[@texasbluebonnet4303]

I had COVID before it was declared a Pandemic, was in the emergency room the night of the very day it was reported on the air waves to be a Pandemic! I have had to endure long COVID for over 2 yrs now! Like you ,I am not as bad as so many others who are suffering from this horrible physical ailment! It has been a time to reflect and take better control of my own body and mind! Amen! to Thine own truth be told. You are a refreshing inspiration Chris!

[@dixielee3037]

I got COVID Christmas 2019...I do believe I have long COVID. Here it is, 09/23, and I have never felt right since.

[@LouieManza]

​@@dixielee3037 I know what you mean. Got it last year in August. I've always been in good shape. At 6'6 and 230 lbs I was stronger than most folks. Now, get winded and I feel as if though I am about to get a heart attack from just moving a small piece of furniture. I haven't been the same since COVID. Best of luck to you.

[@DawnSTyler]

Remember momma giving me a similar talk when I was in middle school and worried about popularity and approval. One week the other girls would love me and then the next they would decide I sucked. I said to my mom, “I don’t get it, I’ve been the same person the whole time. Nothing changed in me.” She said that “as long as I let the external world tell me my worth, I would be on a crazy rollercoaster ride.” If we want stability, we must keep our centers in yourselves.

[@Just-Jakes]

Great video Chris! I'm still dealing with Covid Long Haulers symptoms 3.5 years later. 😒

[@karccrn]

I remember you being quarantined to your basement and broadcasting while you were sick. I was so amazed that you were able to broadcast. You could tell that you were so very sick.

[@melissacronecarvell]

I am totally taking this with me to work! My guys need to see this video. I’m a therapist at a residential addiction treatment center in WV. Thank you Chris!

[@janmartenlocher]

All the best to your health, Cris!!

[@ashrpblond]

caught it below 100 watches. yeah i watched the whole time you had covid and it was amazing how you managed to feel like crap yet still came on to show us what you were going through. thats what makes you a notch above the rest..love you and respect all you do!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CP-nl2zb]

He was fallowing the script. Just ask the fat tier biker.

[@karynleigh7792]

Chris, It's your humanity and self-exploration that make you so special. None of us is "perfect", but not everyone has the courage to challenge themselves. You do! It makes you a better version of yourself. You can't always control how you feel, in the moment, but you can always control how you chose to behave around how you feel. No-one's opinion of you matters half as much as your opinion of yourself. We create our own world, by what we hold in our hearts & our minds. Think of how many different worlds there are in a single apartment building. We create the world that we live in. Sometimes people create their own hell, other times we create our own playground (searching for a positive image). Most of us live in a combination of both! Thank you for sharing with all of us. It takes courage! You are inspirational to anyone who is listening intently. You are setting an amazing, and emotionally healthy, example for all of us, and for your kids! No matter what you "say"... Nothing teaches quite like setting an example! As a special education teacher for many years, I have learned through experience, that people, (and especially children) learn by watching and emulating those around them, not by the words you choose to share. Though our words are still important, They don't hold a candle to our actions! May you and your family reap the many benefits of your hard work! 💕🇺🇸💕🇺🇸💕

[@SeanMathew-fj3rp]

What?

[@HumbledAndBlessed-DFoots]

I thank you, Chris, for all you do and did. I appreciate you very much!😊

[@robinsierra1029]

Chris, I plead with you to do a show and deep research on Long Covid. Hardly anyone is addressing this and those of us who have it are in really lousy shape. For 2 1/2 years I went from a extremely active person to hardly being able to walk up a short hill. I and I’m sure many many more would be appreciative if you could do a show on this topic. There are millions of us now, and they still have no answers as to what’s causing it and therefore no cure. It’s like the way you felt in this video, but imagine having that kind of tiredness and worse going on for over two years.

[@privatename40]

Long COVID and the effects on the individual and family are debilitating. Our hands are tied, Drs. don’t understand, there are no solutions 😢

[@michellemitchell6570]

Love watching you on youtube I always made it a point to watch you on cnn every night but I like watching and listening to you better on youtube you seem more comfortable and are able to do you and that's what it's about

[@aychinger]

This video hit me right in the center of my heart & soul. Better than any praised philosophical writing in history - personally speaking. Chris just nails it here, thank you so much, man. 🙏😃👏

[@Forstinger19]

Good morning Chris! I just discovered your KZbin channel and have always found your coverage of the news to be very compassionate and truthful. Glad to discover your podcast😄

[@kathycobbscobbs2419]

Watching you every night during your bout thru the CNN exit was the most enlightening experience for me. You followed up with people in the same situation. You & Andrew showed love, family values. Still to this day, when my chest gets tight, I do your breathing exercises that you showed. Thank you thank for that.

[@lakennedycuomo446]

I watched you , Chris, on the tube every night when you were sick with Covid. I prayed and prayed for your health and healing during this time. CNN was wise to air your health struggle with this beast. Thank you for your contribution to the knowledge base of the Pandemic. I am more than happy that you beat the shit out of Covid19. Finish your book.- LA Kennedy Cuomo

[@TheZac555]

Chris all the way from Ireland here hello!!! Your Covid reporting was very comforting during a rough time !!!!

[@hopesprings4967]

I loved the line “It’s all sugar, it burns off and it leaves you craving.” So frickin true! Is that like, deep down I’m really shallow? It’s all a veil. When the veil lifts…you will find your beauty. At 60 years young, I am discovering this for the second time in my life. I am responsible for me yes…but also for you. I must consider how my thoughts, deeds and language impact others. I am perfectly imperfect and I will fail, but I MUST learn to love myself first, so I can love the rest of humankind. If only we could see how similar we all are, that we fear the same things. May God, Allah, Buddha whoever or whatever you worship, give you strength and bless you with wisdom and love! Chris, I’m not gonna blow sunshine and light up your ass, I did really enjoy your show during that time. I felt like you were never the same after that though. I’m glad you’re free agent now!! 🎉

[@abrooklyngirllinda]

Such great food for thought. Thank you Chris. Love the approach. ps pls stay on Maui events with what is true for the local people of Lahaina.

[@ziggy33399]

COVID came around the same time Trump-the-dump was being highlighted and I was dealing with cancer & 5 back surgeries…when it rains it pours. ⛈️🌧️☔️ I LOVED your show. You were my favorite on TV . When the Onchologists all said to stop watching the news 📰 (it’s been studied to actually scientifically be harmful to health) your show was all I’d allow myself. Why? It agreed with WHO I am inside (I think anyway). When you got COVID I prayed for you. It scared me. I listened to your doctor as well when you had him on. I had food delivered to my driveway, cleaned a lot outside with bleach (cans, etc) and had a method with a long ass table to process everything before it came into the house. Of course I masked when I eventually went out but was greeted by people everywhere here (Florida) who were upset that I even masked. One woman (a complete stranger) told me I didn’t “belong” in the local grocery store if I needed to wear a mask. I tried to tell her I was in my 70’s …and she cut me off. I tried to maneuver my cart away from her and just get a can of soup before leaving. It was a mess here in Trumpsterland! Everyone was pissed off at everyone…our maid (cleaner) quit because she loved Trump so much & we weren’t on her wagon. I was terrified I’d not make it through being so sick 😷…my neighbors turned on me because I was inferior liking Obama and not Trump. Everything went haywire here for me. I still want to move now but Hurricane IAN took a toll on us & we had to live 11 months in a trailer parked in our driveway. I’m alive, I see you are too. We are both probably surprised ❤since you’ve had your emotional ups & drastic downs. Well, you can tell your doctor I’m cancer free. No chemo, no radiation. But radical remissions happen when we radically change. We both did that. So here’s to you, here’s to me as well… what lies ahead only has to be welcomed with gratitude. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 oh ~ how many times did you get COVID? I toast to you, your wife, your daughters and brother ALL OF WHOM DESERVE A TOAST TO LIFE WELL LEAD 🥂

[@traceyholt8223]

When you were in the basement, Melbourne Australia was in lockdown - the most locked down city in the world. We were only allowed out of our homes for 4 reasons - shop for essentials, medical care, 1 hr exercise within 5km of our homes and essential workers. We didn't have many cases of Covid here and the information about it was scarce. That's when I found you in your basement and I've followed you ever since. You gave me direct information about Covid as well as exploring information from outside sources to yourself. You then became part of my Covid routine to save my mental health. You would be live here 11am. I would get up, watch youtube news articles, answer emails and watch our Premier Dan Andrews give his daily briefing at 10am then watch you. Sometimes I was yelling with frustration at the situation in the US, so I'd watch you and Don, then a part of Don's show while getting ready to go out for my one hour walk. I'd come home, eat a keto/protein meal (first for the day) then do something with my daughter who was studying year 12 via remote. I lost 26kg/57 lbs during those months and my mental health and wellbeing was the best it had ever been - because I had time to spend on myself. Hence why I love your Walk & Talks.

[@dragonfly6955]

First time I got it, I didn't know what the heck was going on with me (early 2020). My heart was beating very irregularly, I had nausea and I was incredibly exhausted. I was out of breath, I couldn't even talk. I felt like something completely alien to my reality (I'm not kidding) was invading my body. The second time I had symptoms that were more similar to a cold/flu virus but I'm still dealing since then (around one year ago) with dizziness and brain fog. Not funny.

[@johnframe1117]

long covid is no joke but it is recoverable, its basically a disregulated nervous system (similar to CFS/ME). it can disregulate your nervous system but if you're curious about how to get rid of them look up Raelan Agle or Miguel Bautista

[@dragonfly6955]

@@johnframe1117Thank you! I will 👍

[@greytape4557]

I had the same exact symptoms. My Dr suggested the (Jab) and nasal decongestants with little to no effect, 2 years later he diagnosed me with a sinus infection and prescribed me amoxicillin which proved more effective than the previous (suggestions).

[@ash9x9]

@ dragon fly: I got the bug 2 times but the first time was terrible, it was delta and I felt as if something alien was inside my body and slowly moving around! My fever lasted for 14 days and I could not speak much over the phone. The 2nd time was Omi variant and I just had the worst strep throat of my life. Both times I recovered at home. No way this Virus is/was natural. It felt totally an alien experience

[@dragonfly6955]

@@ash9x9 Gosh, sounds really though! Yeah, this virus is special for sure, fortunately things got a bit better.

[@suzenc029]

Thank you, Chris, for sharing your journey with us!!! 👍🏽👍🏽

[@Golgibaby]

Powerful momentum Chris. Continue the journey and testimony for those of us who need this message or have felt this message before.

[@tinalaplaca6638]

Covid is no joke. So many have passed, even some folks l knew personally. That was not a good time. We were all shut down, and yes, many lessons were learned. l hope for many, it was all lessons learned for the better. Many people did watch you CC when you had it too laying on your side. And prayers were sent out to you for recovery. People talk of good, people talk of bad....that's the name of the game in this world. We are all glad you've recovered....so many didn't. We all enjoyed the time when you and your brother AMC help us through this horrible time during Covid with your light humble humor that made us laugh and smile....we all needed that. Nevermind about the negative folks out there with stupid comments. They only wish they could have come up 1st for what you guys did to comfort the world...but they didnt. So that's the story. During lockdown at home the world enjoyed and we look forward to the 2 Cuomo brothers for relief and laughter to forget the pain for a minute on national TV. Now....once again, how about that dinner date with AMC ?

[@itsallanillusion4827]

It’s apparent that you getting covid & fired from CNN (wrongfully imo) was a huge catalyst in your personal growth. I appreciate your self reflection & analysis. We all need to continue to challenge ourselves to a higher standard, especially in areas where there is discomfort.

[@herbertkoller3720]

I am Austrian. I am three times vaccinated. Despite I had Covid19 one and a half year ago and was nearly hospitalized. Since then I never fully recovered. I still feel tired every single day and do not have nearly as much energy than I had before.

[@hestergreen2031]

COVID has done its damage. I’ve seen this, I’ve heard of this. This is not easy to take. Thank you Chris for sharing this with all of us.

[@DakotaDeb]

I was vaccinated, boosted,and then stopped getting the boosters. I got covid. My partner stayed vaccinated, so the guilt of exposing him because of my lapse in judgment was pretty bad. It wasn't bad covid, but the inability to breathe freely was frightening. I'll boost again when it's time out of mostly respect for my partner. I appreciate your making this video,as you were someone I could believe in to tell the truth. I paid little attention to the noise makers who sought to tear you and your brother down because I've learned people love to tear others down , mostly to make themselves feel better. Thanks for your frank and heartfelt talk. Bless you ❤

[@marebos3616]

Chris, thank you. I can tell you are truly genuine. I hate that you were so sick, but thank you for your coverage. I love your show. I look forward to it every day. I admire your friendship with Bill O'Reilly and Geraldo. I admire your truth-telling. I trust your coverage. We need someone we can trust in these trying times. Thank you for putting yourself out there. It was quite a while before I knew you were on News Nation. I hope as others discover it, you top the ratings. We DESERVE the non-partisan truth, and you DESERVE the rewards for doing so! Nothing but love, brother!

[@prinzes100percent]

So, the 💡 turned on about the after effects with Covid-19🤔 (Thank GOD so far…prayerfully I’m 1 and done🙏🏽!) However, this video woke up another area in my life that it was SO applicable too! Chris…”Thank You” for sharing your personal & political views with the world🙏🏽 I’m grateful for what the Cuomo men have contributed to society and how it will be recorded. I know Gov. Mario Cuomo is smiling down on his sons you and your brother continue the race and contribute to his legacy💯 GOD BLESS #FREEAGENT

[@sunshineinarizona1726]

You earned my respect when in the basement with COVID-19. I tuned into your brother daily for updates, not the White House. Completely lost respect for the Republican Maga who carelessly spread death to their family, friends, and co-workers in the name of freedom. So many of them died from attending Trump's many campaign rallies across America. The new variant is already here; New COVID-19 vaccines will be available around Sept 15th, and influenza vaccines will be on Sept 5th. 🌻

[@USSLKA-116]

Great post. Thank you.

[@SeanMathew-fj3rp]

You're in the Matrix. Wake up

[@jrobert6916]

@@SeanMathew-fj3rp👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@Kare1949]

Thank you Chris for this wonderful message. I wish when I was young that someone would have talked about how to be free from what other people said or felt about me. When you had Covid I prayed for you as I was worried about you. Thank you Chris you are an awesome person🙏🙏❤️

[@judynaese]

I loved your coverage you did during covid. And I love what you're doing now on News Nation! I missed you so much, I don't miss a night watching you now. Keep it up!!!

[@maynewzion2661]

Chris, something good about Covid - my 79 year old brother in law had covid with a 10 day nonstop coughing spells, went to his Dr and they did blood work, only to find had Leukaemia. He is now 2 years into one pill a day and living life. He would never have gone to a Dr except for that continuing cough. So, maybe Covid saved his life??? Nonetheless, we are happy for him. Thanks for your Covid info. Love you lots.

[@jacquiet6040]

Sounds more like you've got a Quack for a doctor that missed that diagnose.

[@maynewzion2661]

@@jacquiet6040 Not the case at all. He worked in a very physical job his whole life, never had. A sick day. Still living his very busy working life taking one chemo pill a day. Nice try though, wishing you well on the Covid battle.

[@jacquiet6040]

@maynewzion2661 He's on top of it.👍Good Health and Happiness to you both.

[@mbr9825]

I love your podcasts…..and this one is special….Chris, Chris oh Chris, you got it right. We are not what people think we are or what we need to be so people can like us. That is not the real me/you….getting past what people may think of you if you show them who you are is hard for most people to do or even want to do. In my older years as a 73 single independent, living on my own and doing it all with little help I came to the realization that I don’t care what people think about me, I don’t go alone with the norm. If I would I would not be unique and that is hiding underneath that we are. Unique beings. Unique doesn’t necessarily mean different because we are all human beings but I feel unique is being who God created without needing to follow any body’s thought of who we are or should be. Being a free agent is difficult to become because of exactly what you described. I came to the conclusion that I don’t have to like everyone and I don’t expect everyone to like me. I go with my flow not the flow of the norm or trend what ever that is. I learned to love myself and who I am and not concerned with other’s opinions. It is rejuvenating to have a sense of freedom to be who I truly am. And I’m still learning who truly I am and have stop becoming that unknown person that others think and want me to be so I can be accepted in their social ring. FREEDOM is a beautiful thing. Hope it lasts….LOL

[@barbd.1628]

Never for a second thought your COVID affliction was fake. can't believe anyone came up with that. so many good people on the globe, yet also so many horrid ones. YOU are one of the good guys. your flaws and your acceptance of them make you a better person (tho I think you're way too hard on yourself), and you help others feel better about themselves -- always grateful for that, Chris. Stay Strong!

[@yalostewart1]

Excellent, meaningful episode. LOVING THE NEW YOU AND THIS SHOW!!! Thank you for striving to see the best parts of you like we do and um...your looking GOOD in that tshirt friend!! So happy for your journey and transformation even if it is slow and evolving, like many of us, appreciate your courage and truth❤

[@TJTHEFOOTBALLPROPHET]

I go where you go! Much love to you and your family from New Orleans! ❤ 💪

[@emilygrace5397]

You are Loved Chris. ❤

[@cleser68]

This is such an in-depth and really important topic. Much appreciated that you took on this topic.

[@user-tq5xn4ip3r]

Hi Chris I love the pod cast I listen when im cleaning the house. You and andrew brought sanity to a awful time. I would watch you with my mom every night. We were very worried for you when you were sick. I watched everytime your brother would come on tv & youtube to give the updates on covid. His strength became my strength in a awful situation. My husband is and essential worker, My mom was not in good health, she passed on this month 2 yrs ago. I been asthmatic since the day I was born. I new from the jump that everyone needed to be masked. I bought gators for my family friends and his store it was all you could get in the begining. Try to get people to wear them was a different issue. I just wanted to say thank you both for everything you did. I miss my GOV!

[@craftygranny2013]

One of your best congratulations for being real. Xxx

[@theresamimnaugh1190]

❤Chris…just a small Thank You. For being you, for being real, for letting us into your personal space as you were battling Covid. I thank you especially for helping this retired nurse worry a little less about her kids and grandkids. You kept it GENUINE but you always gave us hope. I will forever be indebted to you for that. As always, be well and all the best to you and the family. - A transplanted FL Mama from NY❤

[@rozzykronfeld-wilbanks8759]

Chris I can’t believe you did your show being so sick. I’m sorry you went through that. Thank you. I watched you on CNN all the time. Now I don’t even watch CNN anymore. I watch you on News Nation.

[@readerwriter2116]

Such an important lesson...! all from within. If we could just get our children to see and learn this. Personally, I could have saved many a year from being in continual angst! I haven't even finished the video. Love it!!! You have to be a special person to sign up for what you did - being on camera nightly and in the public eye. Instead of developing a hard shell, you have an inquisitive soul. That in itself is an accomplishment! And now sharing this new-found wisdom, bonus! Thank you!

[@mimiv8766]

Thank you CC for all you do thru this channel. The Devine put you here…there is a purpose for you to be here. Sending you lots of love from LA ❤🤗Mimi

[@mariaschwab5231]

I had Covid too but recovered quickly bc I had a great holistic Dr and I started Ivermectin etc. I’ve had no deleterious effects. It’s too bad you didn’t have access to that info. Feel better.

[@JamesSmith-sw3nk]

I got COVID in the 3rd or 4th month of the pandemic (Way before vaccines) when I was hospitalized for an allergic reaction. It nearly killed me, I was touch and go in the ICU. Before COVID I was an energetic 40yr+ something, it aged me 20yrs. I feel like I am in my 60's. Doctors think it gave me diabetes, 3 months before I got COVID my blood work was great, 3 months after I get COVID I nearly went blind. I eat well and ride an exercise bike, I can't ride a real bike because it also affected my balance. My memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. I may sound depressed in this post but I am not. I was one of the lucky ones, MANY people never left the hospital including an ex classmate who was fit but found out he had a congenital heart defect at the exact wrong time or an ex classmate who's 17yr son was fit, played baseball & ran track but also had asthma and COVID took him quick. If all that COVID changed was your perspective then you are one of the VERY lucky ones. "I don't deserve it" is a waste of time & energy, NOBODY deserves to get very sick and/or die. "Fair" is nothing more than a human construct, it doesn't exist in the universe. Such is life.

[@debbyschweighardt5810]

Chrris, you and your brother helped us deal with Covid when we were so scared of this strange new virus. I have enjoyed watching you on tv, and watching you on the channel. I am always surprised when you say you are self loathing. How could this handsome, well spoken man who shared his life with all of us when he was ill, to help us, not understand how wonderful he really is? I have never been a follower. I tell my age, 61, if asked. I just had my first covid on August 8. I am diabetic and on insulin. I was given Paxlovid and I became very ill. I am amazed to this day that you continued working, sharing your Covid experiences to help others. I think that each of us are here for a reason, to fulfill a purpose. We must help others and learn to ask for help when we need it. You and your brother have done and continue to do good in this world and I thank you. Sending you virtual hugs from New Jersey!

[@allkindsamusicchick]

Is he GORGEOUS or What???!!! NewNation...all the way...and the highlight of my day!! Goooo Chris!!!

[@jeanne2b2b22]

This video needs to be played in all the middle (aka Jr high) schools as a convetsation starter about mental health. The last 3 years all of Our children have suffered tremendously.

[@kaylanbaby5987]

My family is still mourning family members who died alone in the hospital far from family members because of Covid 19. I still have a cousin who is dealing with the ruthlessness of long Covid. I appreciated your honesty about what you were going through as far as your symptoms and everyday life dealing with some of your after effects. I never thought you were a tool used to push any agenda and I'm glad you've maintained that.

[@sherryrepp9541]

CHRIS I'M SO SORRY YOU HAD COVID I'M SHERRY REPP AND YOU'RE AWESOME AND WE SHOULD ALL BE INDEPENDENT THINKERS. AND I'M THANKING YOU FOR ALL OF US

[@MirandaMassoo-ks5nt]

If you are stuffy on one side of your head and then you turn over to drain the other side(Covid or not) It means you are eating too many carbohydrates. Once I went carnivore I no longer have this problem and a host of other issues I had, like snoring.

[@Chrysanthemum828]

What an incredibly powerful segment. Thank you.

[@suwitzig4544]

Watching you during Covid was extraordinary. It was so clear how ill you were, yet there you were. Thanks for that. Your message on this podcast was a reality check. Thanks for that as well.🙏😎

[@JBTee123]

When I set up my basement during quarantine to work on my ceramics I was able to focus on it intently for the first time in 25 years- really since college. I chose not to deep dive into social media (I did watch you- thank you for sharing your experience.) and instead dove deep into me- like you said: a time & space to focus inward w/out any noise. Covid quarantine brought me back to who & how I wanted to be when I was you. I grew my compassion & was able to be there for my mother in ways I had never been. My life changed & I’m grateful- for the losses and the gains.

[@jonathansalera2649]

From the usual dapper look in CNN to a laid-back and almost unrecognizable Chris Cuomo as a free agent. Awesome shift that knocks down traditional beliefs of how new life chapters should be lived. Great job Chris!

[@thelmafernandez2003]

Thank you Chris. What you just said, is quite true. My lesson from my Dad. No one can change what you think about but you. If you get upset about what people think about you, you allowed this to happen to you. I control myself and my reaction. Your lesson you say to us right now, reminds me of my Dad. He was a free agent. Thank you ❤❤

[@lindsayb7271]

Chris, i REALLY REALLY wish you would do more videos like this/mental health! Way to many are struggling & feel helpless & hopeless. I know it would mean the world to so many just like ME! I love listening to you!

[@JJNow-gg9so]

I had the same experience Chris. I was ill for over a year over a year of my life I am not a young person I am an old. I did survive and here I am telling you that I had the same experience as you did.

[@HeavyHaul51]

Me too

[@DY2784]

Absolutely L-O-V-E your perspective!!!❤❤❤

[@Emy53]

Chris, I watched your show throughout all your days of Covid, and I understood how you felt....I had Covid in late March 2020. I had pneumonia with it, and in pain until I got treated. I was in bed for over 40 days. I was scared. I too had to sleep on my side or stomach so that I could breathe better. Ignore the TROLLS. I am happy you healed and lived to tell your situation. I don't entertain the Trolls.

[@zeezee1963]

Dude that was good!! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@mtnpeace2]

Beautiful message. Thank you!🦋🦋🦋

[@migjtyalfie4501]

first saw you trying to keep standing during a serious storm - thought wow this person is amazing and so dedicated -. frost off i’m sorry but you are brilliant and one of the most handsome and magnetic humans about - that said - the giving of the time , privacy and the opening up the self and fam to strangers who can be vicious is so selfless and such the knowing of a higher calling that if you change one persons life from your reporting your teaching - is worth it all - and that’s a selfless human - so just want to thank you for being so candid and giving ! covid / equals exhausted still ! and allot of self reflection so i would call it a positive- and know too many who got the shot having many complications from the vaccine - that’s my 2 cents - and thank you again your bravery and excellence/ amazing reporting - and ps one of my dads oldest friends ( dean V is one of your brothers friends !!! small world ! K in LA ( from NY / BOS -

[@pb4ugo19]

I had the worst migraine and sore throat of my life. I couldn't look at any lights or speak. I had chills and a fever. I couldn't stop coughing. Then two weeks later, it was like someone hit the "off" switch. My miserable symptoms vanished. I still felt "off" for a few months afterwards and my mother & I ate/craved red meat every single day. I'm not a huge red meat eater, but we were eating it like it was about to go extinct!!!!!

[@ultmiddle4991]

That’s an amazing experience (craving red meat) that I haven’t heard before

[@Bootsz2010]

As far as your coverage drink COVID, I did watch you everyday. You put up a good friend you can tell you weren't feeling well. Thanks for talking about this

[@petracruz3064]

Covid hit me twice and it was no joke. Thank you Chris for sharing..

[@aliceel61]

You and your brother are sweetheart. May God bless you guys.

[@davidstringer8711]

As a Kiwi from "Down Under", I have always loved and respected you, Chris. Continue being a beacon, dude.

[@nancycornett9949]

Thank you Chris!

[@lindadorman2869]

I've been so obtuse all my life I never realize what others think of me, let alone care. I've had friends ask why I'm not mad or sad about something and I have to admit actually I just never noticed. This has benefitted me in so many ways, cushioning my psyche from things that upset other people. I don't overthink situations, nor do I agonize over decisions. I just get on with it. It's not that I don't have beliefs, opinions and values because I certainly do. What I don't have is a life swayed by the gale winds of politics, religion, greed or bigotry.

[@ramp-b.1711]

Oh yes Chris,I agree with you a 💯.What matters is your own sense of yourself 💗

[@1234bbruce]

When is mainstream going to have an honest discussion about natural immunity? When is mainstream going to have an honest discussion about ramping up the immunity by vitamins C, D3, zinc....Ivermectin as a treatment that has proven to be effective in hundreds of thousands of people throughout the world?..I m still waiting

[@LouieManza]

COVID killed an Aunt, Uncle and a few friends. It killed my wife's mother and some other of her family members. Last year, two years after the height of the pandemic I got COVID and I pulled through by the skin of my teeth. It was horrible! Hospitalized a few times. My daughter works in a hospital and has had COVID three times. Just last week and now my wife has it again for the second time. Luckily for me, I self isolated just in case. I don't want to go through that thing again. No one needs to tell me how real COVID is.

[@ericlopez9872]

We all need to support one another. ❤❤❤❤

[@abundantliving5444]

Chris...this was such GREAT content! You articulated my feelings perfectly. THANK YOU for expressing yourself because it helped me put my emotions and COVID experience into words

[@laurabushnell]

I had much the same experience starting about 2 weeks before you. I watched your transformation. Stay open!

[@marilynmatos2259]

❤ So easy to forget and go back to the "matrix" ...Thanks for the reminder, Chris. 😊

[@RockStarIntuition]

I learned a great deal about perception during the lengthy COVID lockdowns here in Canada as well - in particular Remote Viewing, which at its root is a meditation practice for giving yourself perceptual superpowers. You get it to work by opening the lines of communication with your own subconscious mind. By literally PRACTICING "Know Thyself" - by PRACTICING being in the "NOW" - by PRACTICING being TRUE to your inner self Historically, these superpowers have simply been called 'Intuition' - something we all have, but few of us harness because we are taught by the materialist worldview that it isn't reliable (when the opposite is true) When your Intuition is open and functioning properly, you are much less likely to be fooled by the dualistic triggering chaos that is the modern media sphere. It was life changing for me. I took this so far as to become a certified Intuitive Development Teacher (like one might get certified to teach Yoga or Meditation).

[@flyingfig12]

Very enjoyable.. reminds me of the joy i got listening to you and your bro back and forth hilarious banter that i didn't want to end!

[@arthurs7299]

WoW....that was very powerful message...thank you...🤝✊

[@EfficientRVer]

I've always had higher expectations and standards for myself, than I had for others, or than others had for me. Yet in some ways, I've failed to meet my standards or even theirs. Having failures, shortcomings, and even moments you're not proud of, is natural and human. Perfectionism kills, we're all entitled to some stress reduction, time away from being mission-focused and fighting all the fights. Sometimes I feel a need to make the world a better place in every way I can, no matter the toll on myself. Sometimes I feel a need to take a path of least resistance and just enjoy the journey through life, almost like flying under the radar avoiding conflict, letting myself smell the roses. Be who you want to be. Do what you want to do. Hopefully while balancing it in a way that helps others do the same for themselves, and doing them no harm. I'm 66 and sometimes feel that the clock has started ticking down. Time to simplify, tie up loose ends, and live more exactly as I wish. Sometimes I feel obligated to not do too much of that, to keep my foot on the gas pedal helping those close to me, especially my kids. Just as my parents often did for my siblings and me. Many happy balances are on the menu to choose from. Many possible and impossible quests are also. Not making a choice, is one of the choices. Then you get the scraps of others, or nothing, or the special of the day that life serves up. Some people who wander through life without goals or motivation, end up happy while others do not. Know thyself.

[@eileenwatt8283]

People should stop seeking validation from others. Why give your power to others. Just do you and live your best life. Let them be.

[@marianawahrlich9128]

You are inspiring! You teach people how reinvent themselves 🙌✨

[@Sethetone]

Nothing changes if nothing changes. Loved hearing from you today.

[@unacknowledged4067]

Thanks for your passion and words of wisdom.

[@rebeccakesner9840]

Chris I Watched Your Covid Journey I Think It's Amazing That You Chose To Share It I Really Respect You And I Learn Alot From Hearing Your Perspective Keep Doing What You're Doing For All The Free Agents Out There 😊

[@katherine-vh3gv]

watched your brother everyday for his updates. much love from Canada