I drove through the UK to fix my social anxiety

[@360gabriel]

wake up new chipflake art style dropped 🔥

[@LemmonTea]

Always here for that

[@joe_acee]

Yes

[@mintikfur]

Afore

[@MisterMoodyHere]

wake up chipflakes voice dropped 🔥

[@Lazzyrus]

REAL

[@rzbOwO]

I love social anxiety :3 It stops me from making friends and slowly isolates me from the world against my will, and fighting against it becomes harder with time as you shift your comfort zone. It's a really great 10/10 experience

[@Jannik69420]

🥲

[@CrisCheese_]

yes, i definitely love this experience i can (sadly) relate to!

[@nolimitoreo]

10/10 would(n't) recommend

[@Dullskink]

real

[@Idkpleasejustletmechangeit]

100/10 Especially fun when you've been isolating yourself for half of your life.

[@theeternalsuperstar3773]

I have bad social paranoia sometimes. Sometimes my brain makes me think if I call customer service I'll get arrested.

[@thexdfacedgamer2306]

As a _British person,_ I can confirm that we are very good at chattering for day's on end... 😅😊

[@gfys824]

I'll consider going to the UK sometime then

[@The_AuraMaster]

He's also British, but moved to Germany to be with his partner.

[@brelonwy]

Chip changes his art style more than I change my hyperfixation

[@frostybootz]

chip is transgender so please say she/her.

[@gjk-arts5855]

@@frostybootzchip is.. a trans *man* (aka remove the ‘trans’ part and that's his gender!) that means he uses he lol

[@gjk-arts5855]

@@frostybootzchip is a trans *man* ?

[@frostybootz]

@@gjk-arts5855 yes, she even mentioned it in a video about her "am i a boy or a girl" video.

[@brelonwy]

@@frostybootz Yes, Chip is trans but ftm meaning his pronouns are now he/him. Please check his video called "am I a boy or a girl." It explains that he's a man, not a woman

[@minilopkastudios4711]

My mom's been telling me lately that I should travel or move somewhere else to feel better in life when I grow up. I doubted it until I saw this video. Good job as always, Chip!

[@Arrowkeys]

1:05 from what I’ve gathered from my therapists and doctors anxiety can be overcome but not removed completely. If you have an anxiety disorder your brain grows to recognize patterns and that is almost impossible to remove completely but can be helped. Proud of your progress though!

[@Absbor]

it's a smart move to explain how your own social anxiety acts. we all think different after all. i hope your social anxiety lessens. :-) my social anxiety suddenly popped up when i reached adulthood and since then I have problems taking public service (includes talking to staff). I also received a quieter voice. my apologies fall on deaf ears most of the times. but hey, whenever i spy something noticeable and might have to warn/inform a stranger, although it takes couple of tries, it works... with stutter.

[@averytiredperson5051]

The words “4 hour drive from Germany to the uk” gave me whiplash

[@Connor-jl9gq]

becuse its longer or shorter than you were expecting?

[@DigitalTheAlchemist]

Probably way shorter, atleast thats what I thought lol. A 4 hour drive is getting from one state to another in the us​@@Connor-jl9gq

[@the-nm3xn]

@@Connor-jl9gq doing that trip in 4 hours is physically impossible unless youre in an aircraft

[@Connor-jl9gq]

@@the-nm3xn google maps says you can go from Aachen (somewhere chip mentions driving to previsoly so presumably close to the start point) to Calais in 3 and a half hours so that gives him a half an hour of leeway weather that be because he started further into Germany or if he included the euro tunnel (which only takes 35 mins) so its definitely not impossible aslng as you are going from close to the western edge of germany

[@the-nm3xn]

@@Connor-jl9gq its a 500-700km ride

[@ejecgetastisto]

Chippy has posted once again :D

[@Mr.Meeoow]

I really liked that you were traveling all over the UK with squishy Chip :3

[@Milogamer16]

I just wanted to mention that you are a great animator, you are a great storyteller💙⭐️

[@loganiushere]

As an American, the idea that Germany is 4 hours by car away from England is insane. 4 hours away from where I live in any direction is either still in my state, or 1 state over.

[@Tamay.]

As a German I can approve England is indeed not 4 hours away from Germany with car

[@bencooler2003]

@@Tamay.yeah I believe it takes over 8 hours from London to Essen

[@Tamay.]

@@bencooler2003 It takes about 4 hours with an ICE train to go from northern Germany to western Germany. Now imagine driving to London with a car.

[@thepersonyeah9680]

within the country here I'm a two hour drive from Mexico, but yeah America is pretty big and in lots of places it could be about 12 hours away from another country.

[@taukakao]

I mean Germany is big so it heavily depends on where you start. From Aachen to the tunnel it's indeed 4h. But from Berlin it's 10.5h.

[@geo4876]

Your experience with social anxiety is very relatable to me lol I enjoy talking to people, and often have no problems talking to strangers, but once I get to know someone a bit more than just a stranger, I get anxious that I would mess up the relationship, which usually results in me distancing myself from them

[@Thehovergoat100]

Yeah… done that a few times. Social anxiety is a bitch

[@Pupppeteer]

Using the UK as a way to overcome social anxiety is hard mode with how British people love a chat and how "alright!?" Could mean 6 different things 😂 nice video!

[@mr.draymans6240]

Thanks

[@lanuarii]

funny enough, i used to have such insane social issues that i would never go out and i couldn't even message anyone. it took creating things with other people (and, like the stardew valley thing, concerts!) for me to finally embrace out of my shell. now, more than not, i end up being the most social person in the room. although, i do still struggle from time to time, i like to use a buddy system pretty much always in public haha. i'm glad ur working on ur social anxiety and that ur trip was eventful!

[@cielwolf4603]

THIS I haven't even finished watching, but this whole, liking people but just social anxiety is just AGH I FELT THAT SO HARD

[@bobsbrain397]

Heck yeah loving this story so far, can't wait to hear about y'alls next step through this escapade🖤🖤

[@l-_Val_-I]

This video couldn't have come out at a better time. I just moved to a new city where I know no one and I can't bring myself to talk to people no matter how much I want to. We're I was from I had a ton of friends and knew a ton of people but now that I have to go to a new college anxiety is overwhelming. Hearing that this fear can be covercomed is such a relief!

[@minhtrile8260]

absolute cinema

[@educlassictv]

I live in Brazil and I understand exactly what Chip felt when trying to talk to other people. It is a challenge to try to contain the anxiety and improve our communication.

[@MatthewBailey-yc5se]

I’ve been watching for a while and I’d like to say I’m happy for you! Social anxiety sucks (speaking from experience) and watching you try and overcome it I awesome!

[@Annagator-ze8oo]

I don’t SPECIFICALLY have SOCIAL anxiety, but I’m diagnosed with generalized anxiety, so a bit of everything but just generally being anxious, so I feel you 🫡. (Also love the new style!❤)

[@RustShyRabbit.]

Really like the chibi artstyle! I watched Andro's Vlogs and I'm excited to see more parts to this series.

[@flipaclipnews]

chipflake, i've been watching your videos for just a bit over 5 years, and i'm just saying it's great to see how you and your art style have changed over time!

[@myryan1256]

Hmmm, art styles changing again?

[@gfys824]

he does that every video

[@catgaming9369]

Nothing new

[@Mr.Meeoow]

Your new art style looks like one of your previous styles but with Chip ❤

[@Lillypool-sd3ih]

I remember watching your story times years ago hearing you talking about yourself now is so nostalgic

[@animalbio608]

genuinely i'm so happy that you tried to at least help with your anxiety, most wouldn't even try to take a step to change it's difficult! i deal with this myself, but the fact that you did it makes it no less of an amazing accomplishment to even take your first step

[@Frameton.]

We were in the uk last year with a motor home and I have never driven on the left side of the road before that and understandably I was very nervous about it, especially because we had rented quite a large one. But then it was totally fine, you get used to it so quickly that literally 5 minutes after disembarking it felt completely normal. The bad thing about driving in the UK were the tiny country roads in the lake district (national park) that we had to somehow traverse. These "2-lane" roads had lanes 2/3 of the width of our motor home, no shoulders (none at all) and stone walls on either side, I was shitting myself everytime a car came from the other direction. Luckily it seemed the other drivers were used to motor homes, so they usually waited for us to pass in places where the roads were a bit wider. Still some of the most stressful hours of my entire life. So bad in fact that I really want to go back, the scenery was like nothing I have ever seen before, absolutely stunning

[@thepersonyeah9680]

Man I remember this channel, the nostalgia is real. I think thats epic, getting the chance to combat social anxiety is something I would never let go. I also hate my anxiety no matter how much I tell myself that no one cares if i mess up I still overthink it. I think the modern America kinda screwed me over, there are still social people but like over 99% of people wont go anywhere from their friend group or phone, I really want to travel someday maybe to another country and hopefully fix this but only time will tell if I get that option.

[@darumadev]

Art style is cute and would love to see the second part!

[@hukihuki4135]

Hi ! Just wanted to share my own experience here, i used to have a lot of social anxiety and be pretty awkward. I decided to combat it one day, and fast forward to today, I'm one of the most extroverted people i know! Of course it was not easy, it took a lot of courage, effort and time but i eventually managed. I'm the living proof it's possible to win against social anxiety !! You can do it too 💪 stay strong y'all

[@Aaano]

As someone who drives often, the "Flash" of light you saw was probably Toll-less/contactless billing. they get your license plate and they bill the information on file. so the bill would go to your Home of Record OR the rental company.

[@KaiPereira-rb1xw]

i haven't been in this channel/community since 2019. it's amazing how his voice dropped, bro sounds magestic and new sona looks good too

[@Mikazukihamm]

holy crap alot of stuff changed! i havent seen a video from you ever since 2020-2021! love your new oc too

[@krakenid3183]

Chip, we appreciate your every video you release, we love you❤️

[@CatsAfterDark]

best chipflake video and artstyle

[@LexyDaShmexxy]

yay! new chipflake video!

[@ihctimes9973]

I always fill with joy whenever i see you post. As Stan Edgar put it: "ive always felt a certain kinship with you"

[@chairgaming1997]

i also love talking to people and really want to but cant due to social anxiety holding a gun to my head, a few months ago i got into vrchat and thats actually really helping me, was a bit uneasy at first but ig i subconciously realised im safe behind the avatars i use such as a dead space isaac clarke one which i think gives me a bit of confidence. im happy to say ive made a really good friend within vrchat who actually lives not massively far from me and we have discussed possibly meeting at somepoint. needless to say yea i have social anxiety still but vrchat is defo improving it

[@stuff31]

I'd love to see more of this series! Can't wait to hear about everything that went horribly wrong muahahahaha

[@Smolflake]

yippee, new chipflake video :3

[@Waffletigercat]

Cute little video. Glad to hear from you again, Chip.

[@Oatymeal]

Smooth chip animation, i shall sleep well tonight

[@Gramfel]

Another chipflake classic, never misses

[@LordBloodySoul]

Haha, I get that. Was traveling to my sister in Norway by car, too. That was a fun trip. We drove as five - my Dad, my younger sister, my two kids and myself xD Having two kids (age 7 and 11) was rather fun, but also super stressful at times xD

[@fishcelery4894]

chip is almost the same as his old self.. i love it

[@lorelaimorace-kk1xz]

NEW CHIP UPLOAD AND STYLE WOOOOO

[@Sykxezn]

I freaking love the new voice i must i mist i must i must show physical affection to such voice its truly so nice, ITS SUCH A MAN VOICE

[@exist_E]

omg wowie a new chipflake video to watch after school !!

[@lilgal9346]

Your take on social anxiety is so so relatable on my god

[@lilgal9346]

Ohh I saw my notifs. It seems they deleted their comment. Don't worry I know what happened now 👍 what a dipshit man...

[@AdissapointedSonic]

ay'up! and welcome to chipflakes corner!

[@user-yk1wj6qg6y]

Welcome back to Britain

[@kyrova9967]

ily chip you were my fav as a kid

[@Jackfriendjoe]

CHIP IS A STORYTIME ANIMATOR AGAIN LETS GOO

[@starstenaal527]

how you describe your experience with social anxiety is very relatable to me.

[@MuneFox]

So true....i relate to this highly alot but i do enjoy talking to people...and not a great socializer 😅... but we all do our best...love your videos chip^^

[@Goblin_With_A_Fungus]

"Hi. I have social anxiety." I've never heard a more powerful hook.

[@Cappello_M]

Love ya Chipflake❤ from Italy🇮🇹

[@thomassommerfeld8494]

I have that also from time to time but more about what people might do behind my back. I learned to tell myself to shut up. It is hard at times but works. I am happy you try your best to overcome it too. Sure it is a long process and never stops but every achievement is a step forward ^^

[@ndrew_B]

I wish I had a friend like Tim

[@ItzKyber]

As someone with pretty bad social anxiety, my process in getting around/through it is taking it step by step, and then getting peer pressured into flying to Atlanta on my own to hang with my internet friends at a furcon...

[@muleexpressions]

Such a great video. I have lived and travelled in the UK, it's a fun experience.

[@arcadexwyatt1152]

thank you for posting

[@DerKelzer]

This new artstile is fire 🔥 i love it 💙

[@Klewltz]

La primera vez que pruebo el super thanks

[@iBolt07]

oh my god I relate so hard to this x.x Thank you for telling your story

[@patrykturkowski697]

Omggg I love the animations chip ^w^ ❤

[@yann1ck666]

As a Belgian, I would like to apologize for our roads. I know nothing was mentioned about them in the video, but...yeah... my condolences

[@pawsthefolf8842]

I honestly didn’t know there was an underwater tunnel between France and the UK. Like that is soo cool!!??

[@ZephyrStephyrJayceVAyt]

I have it too! Every time I talk to someone I always… OVERTHINK OVERTHINK OVERTHINK!!! It sucks but hey… it’s protecting me too

[@Fat_Fat_Cat]

came from a video from a couple years ago, huge voice change but big w as long as you accept yourself

[@leelea7739]

This explanation is SO true for me But SOMEHOW in trying to be the most “normal” I end up going full circle and ending up being REALLY open about myself

[@ShOwOba]

Excited to see more!!!

[@Friskiees]

I know what it feels like, having Social Anxiety isn’t fun and isn’t fair as somebody who has it. Anti stress meds help and Ashwaganda, Fishoil, Vitamin B Complex, and a better diet for gut has really been a huge improvement even being able to continue conversation and saying Hi to cashiers

[@SirUnscathed]

W character bro! Your vids goated!

[@CJMarkus]

Yippee more storytime animations

[@CreativeUsern4me]

woahhhh i haven't watched one of your videos in agesssss. you sound so different! good job, man :3

[@Postmaybe]

this is a nice art style :D

[@SynthwaveDuck]

This critter is way too cute

[@MaitreDoudou2000]

New Chipflake’s video :)

[@Kyzerthetherapistdog]

YAY, STORYTIMES ARE BACK X3

[@Dipixo]

Omg new storytime! :3 I missed them ^^

[@Thomasish]

Wake up Watch chipflake Life good

[@GoofballAri]

the man has posted again

[@KatBlackfyre]

idk if i've ever had a random conversation with a stranger where i live in the UK, seems people in my town don't really want much to do with anyone else 😯 but my social anxiety also shows itself outwardly as very "standoffish" so that probably also plays a part 😳

[@GuiltyGal]

Man I remember watching Chipflake in the past. The first thing I noticed was the new voice. Good for em.

[@Obstagame]

That new art style is fire

[@gopher11]

it would be an interesting way to see how much you changed by redoing/remaking your old videos i know it would probably not happen and be extremely time consuming if you do but it would then also show not just yourself how much has changed but also everyone else. i love your videos!

[@Zackalibur]

W art style change yippee 🔥🔥

[@JokukranTheileochy]

As a german someone with Aspergers, I hate my social anxiety too. I often feel like I am making conversations weird and that noone really likes to talk with me. I often feel left out too, since nobody comes up to me and starts conversating, but It's always me who has to take the first step. I hate how lonely I get, but at the same time I don't want to make anyone uncomfortable with me. I hate my existence as a creature that needs to be social.

[@Slaydrik]

NEW CHIPFLAKE VIDEO HYPE always so excited, i can't wait to hear more about how it went!

[@lerpie]

Wake up new chipflake vid just dropped

[@MeowsAlot-i8r]

HOLY YOU HIT PUBERTY HARD

[@EasternStory]

he actually transitioned a while back, a female to male transition. That's why his voice deepened

[@MeowsAlot-i8r]

@@EasternStory oH Hh OK SORRY!!

[@Philscooper]

the worst part is showing yourself and they hate you for it

[@SoundCyan]

to the 3 people who disliked this. Why?

[@musiyth]

Britain sucks

[@Ninetailsmaster16]

might be cause you said you like people lol

[@Definately-Person]

Gah! A clone

[@Yacob-Yatze]

HATERS! HATERS! Sound the hater alarm WEEEWHOOO WHEEEEWHOOOO🚨🚨🚨🚨

[@Ritz_Quest]

They're all wrong, don't worry

[@cabbage2329]

If I had a nickel for every time Chipflake changed his art style, I too would be able to travel to the UK for the sake of personal betterment.

[@StealthheartDraws]

I also have social anxiety and moved to Germany, and I can confirm that nobody around me speaking English does make my social anxiety worse