'I survived an attempt on my own life - thanks to insects' | Must-watch documentary on mental health

[@urmelausdemeis4743]

Matt, I am so glad, that you had the strength to walk through your valley of tears and tell us your story🤗 And I am happy for you that you found the way to enjoy your life again 👍😊.... your inner journey is very inspiring and your pictures are marvellous 🏆

[@MyBigStory]

Isn't Matt an inspiration? An incredible speaker, and photographer! Thanks for watching and commenting, Urmel.

[@urmelausdemeis4743]

@@MyBigStory Oh, he definitely is! Having had a problem with a bad childhood and depression I can very much relate to him.....

[@gbacrila]

@@MyBigStory You've touched something deep within here. . .& I thank you sincerely! :)

[@ashleyobrien4937]

@@gbacrila was it the prostate ?

[@mattneil7825]

I can't believe what I'm watching. This is my old mate. I've just came across this watching random vids. Well Done Matty Lad.

[@pattigaffney8755]

God sent you to me. I mean, it God sent you to me today this hour this minute. This very second 😢 now 😊

[@cassiesadz352]

God i can relate to how low he felt , im like that now, this has given me a flicker of hope.. i could listen to him forever! What an incredible guy!!! X

[@lou-hellenphiri-eggers5299]

Matt, thank you for sharing. 4yrs ago I was broken and hurt, survived a car accident that left me highly depressed I suicided... today am healed, happily married, not poor, circumnavigating and life seems to be more kind to me. There is still signs of depression but life goes on and I fight to survive when feeling suicidal... There is help out there, reach out and get medical help, you are not alone!

[@gbacrila]

@LouHellen Phiri-Eggers Thank YOU for sharing that!

[@PukaHeadMan]

Oh my, your photography is incredible! I wish I heard a story like your’s 45 years ago. Feels like I wasted all those years working a miserable job.

[@julienneangelocarpo2229]

he kind reminds me of Mitty in "the ghost cat" scene where Sean Penn used the camera as a medium to observe life and live in the moment, so much he stopped taking photos. Live and simply exist in the moment.

[@lizzieferg]

Thank you so much for sharing this story. Great to hear Matt's tips and how he managed to help himself feel better

[@freethinking8749]

A fantastic story, thanks for sharing Matt. You have so much wisdom. Wishing you all the best for your future

[@lindamarsh6711]

Amazing photos. My Mom liked to take photos but she never go the opportunity to go further. She had seven children on a busy farm and my father was in his way demanding of whatever time she had left over. He would never allow her to further herself. She started painting small water color pictures but he came home and threw the paints, easel and canvases in the garbage. I never even got to see what she’d done. We do have many of her photos even if done with a cheap camera. I never thought about how cruel he was to her until I grew older. She would have done well I’m sure with camera or canvas if given the chance. They’re both gone now and I miss them both. 🇨🇦🙏🏼🙏🏾🙏🏻☝🏻

[@Coexisties]

Oh gosh. What an inspiring story mate. I’ve never heard one so similar to mine & I don’t think I’d ever be brave enough to say it out loud to strangers. Respect.

[@michelegrice4938]

Thankyou for being so brave and sharing your story Matt. Im so glad you have found you, enjoy every moment you can. Great photography, your brilliant at bringing your insects to life. Thankyou for saving so many more lifes with your words of wisdom. Grateful

[@chrisdumea961]

Now this is a guy who is worth of praise. Ur a good man mate. RESPECT!!

[@geemonster9179]

Well done Matt definitely food for thought i'm almost 54 and been clean from heroin which i started at 19/20 for 2 years now, can't work due to brain damage received in an attack when i was 26 which put me into a coma and hospital for a month, i have a busy mind too, i need to do something before it's too late and you've inspired me, i love photography and haven't done it since i was about 10

[@IslandNan]

Such an inspiring story and his photography is stunning

[@BrizzB]

photography got me through hard times, too. Especially pictures of animals living their lives. Love this, very relatable. Thanks for sharing your story and awesome pics.

[@GUNCLANFC3]

What a fantastic, inspirational and relateable speaker this gentleman is. His calming, compasionate tone really resonates and his passion for his interest is truly infectious. Refreshing honesty too. Great micro-documentary.

[@davevainoras2131]

Was condescending ending it today Appreciate you talking the time to tell your story it was a eye opener

[@Elemgee1]

Thank you Matt. The best is always yet to come. ❤

[@susanhowe163]

HE'S TELLING MY STORY.

[@cryptoooooohgaga7184]

This story reminds me of the lastest AHS season. You definitely have talent!

[@The12thSeahorse]

This story kinda reminds me of Susan Boyle, a nobody who decided to take up singing…..and then at 46 years of age she blew a crowd away on UK’s got talent, with her unknown voice.

[@puedo78]

Thank you Matt 🤗

[@ALLTRUTHSLIEWITHIN]

Absolutely beautiful🥲

[@DigitalJill]

Thank you for sharing your story. You have a beautiful soul.

[@minhho8719]

brother, your life story is very much like mine: a suicide attempt, panic attack, sleeping disorder where because I've taken sleeping pills 4 so long that I slept 2-3 hours a night, inspite that I exert my body until I cannot get anymore tired, n because of d constant worry that I put my body thru, my right side of my face would contract causing a simmetry imbalance. So I looked to nature like U looked to d insects. My first thought is to think of flowers, how 4 them to break 4th from a bulb so tightly packed n yet when they break open, they R not bruised or crushed. So I concluded that God is d Miracle Maker, n that i should look to Him, n that gave me hope especially d hope that He cares 4 @ my needs, n that He loved my soul like He loved @ of humanity. [ d pinnicle of His creation]. thank U brother 4 your story.

[@MyBigStory]

Thank you for watching and sharing your story, Minh Ho. It means a lot.

[@michelleh.188]

Wow. Thank you for sharing. It’s inspiring 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@HuemorDGAP]

Yes, follow your bliss!!!!! Beautiful story, wonderful work, awesome human being!!!

[@gambinga9818]

This a life experience which can change someone's life.

[@karmaMatters123]

Beautiful pics and beautiful story. ❤

[@arleneacob8098]

Thank you & God bless for rescuing them. Keep up the good work and stay safe.

[@dilligaf700]

This sounds so so familiar I'm sick of the rage in me the life I live and lived. I no I must change but I don't know how. I've been on meds from the doc. But now have had heart attack and diagnosed with heart disease. People out there don't end up like me please seek help asap...

[@julienneangelocarpo2229]

praying for you in the name of Jesus to be completely healed of your disease

[@JessaLynn8]

Such an amazing story! 💙 Idk why this channel has such a low amount of views and subscribers!

[@MyBigStory]

Thank you! Help spread the word for us 😉

[@JessaLynn8]

@@MyBigStory I definitely will! 😊❤

[@nmanso420]

Wow!! Absolutely love the pics & being that I have a great phobia of most insects, these close ups they actually don’t look as bad as I thought, like I can c such detail that they really r an amazing creation with intelligence & purpose…& I love that ant in his boat, sooo amazing!!

[@robinyoung6533]

I’m taking your words and putting them on paper to hang on my wall. Thank you

[@yeahB]

unfortunately not everybody can find something real great for themselves. ... when you're really seriously depressed you're glad ro channel your whole power to simply run the basics of life day by day

[@janegilmore102]

Some of this is me. Panic attacks they were bad - bankrupt - marriage breakup - 3 children who all moved out around the same time. My Golden Retriever dies - I have fallen 10 times. The last time was last Easter as I flew up Darwin to see my very first grandson after 4 months … I fell out from the resort bus and hurt myself badly. But everyone was like. Your walking ur ok. My daughter in law got upset seeing me with my first born grandson as her mother passed away while they were in Covid up in NT where they bought a house. My other son moved to Perth - I’ve been there twice. My daughter who’s having my 2nd grandbubs lives only up the rd from me but did. What they all did - take their most wanted stuff and left their rubbish for me to do. I live in a 4 bedroom house and there isn’t one room I can use…My Depression is bad - I put on that “ hi yeah I’m good and you?” But after a few years of staying in bed, not showing up for my friends, family and doctors. I just don’t bother anyone - as soon as I start to tell one of my kids how I feel. They always butt in. “ mum u wanted time to live alone ( yeah but not having the money and Energy, and lazy I guess goes with that too. I go to my doctor for depression and pain tablets - he asks me “ have u thought of suicide? I say nooo I wouldn’t do that to my kids - he says Good. And I smile knowing I have thought about it. But not about doing it, if that makes sense. And I’ve been like that for 10yrs At times I want to grab that typewriter from him - turn his chair and say “ fuckin look at me, please just look at me” they sit there like robots just typing and giving u scripts or references that I never do. And maybe once or twice he’ll remember he typed one out for me. Today I lost a lovely friend she was 92, pretty good innings eh? I used to be apart of her family - but I was the “ naughty girl” especially in her generation and she loved it…So I know that 12 years ago I was on a cruise with her having so much fun…. Then my great friends kids, we’re having their babies and my kids decided to go to uni. Great! No grandbabies for me. But it happened What did I do when I was young and at my happiest- netball - I used to practice every afternoon. My mum put a netball ring up as I was goalie. And I would shoot and shoot for hours - I worked out that there were two different colour bricks at the side of mums place and I would continue hitting it. Mum and dad used to watch me just staring like I was in another world - I was in my world. It’s probably why I made my counties Netball team, as Goal Attack. I dunno how many injuries I got over those years. “ she can’t hardly move! Put her in as I even watched the same things happen with my boys - they were very good players.” I’ve gone on for to long as it is - thank you for listening. And watching you tonight. I can’t see why I can’t go down and watch netball. I used before, rugby soccer. I’m disabled now but I’d enjoy watching the game. I just might so to stiff out in that cold lol. You know I feel a little better just writing what I have. Though I don’t remember much as I was in deep thought so I’m going to quickly hit the button before my anxiety sets in. Bless u all . 🙏🏻

[@mmay4121]

What wonderful pictures, wonderful creatures amazing. So glad you found a way and that your relative saw the potential. The understanding you have that you can pass on to others and encourage them , light at the end of a tunnel is only a pin head to start with.

[@MyBigStory]

Isn't Matt wonderful? Thanks for watching and engaging with us.

[@cordeliachinedum7965]

You are awesome and amazing. God loves you. Remain blessed

[@hollyking4343]

So proud of u Matt!

[@philw3067]

What a powerful message

[@MyBigStory]

One we think a lot of people can take something from. Thanks for watching and engaging with us, Phil.

[@jodiscola1806]

Your amazing. Wonderful what you do for others .

[@amuservlog4561]

Amazing experience that transform lives of many

[@fredflintstoner596]

Mrs Richards: "I paid for a room with a view !" Basil: (pointing to the lovely view) "That is Torquay, Madam." Mrs Richards: "It's not good enough!" Basil: "May I ask what you were expecting to see out of a Torquay hotel bedroom window? Sydney Opera House, perhaps? the Hanging Gardens of Babylon? Herds of wildebeest sweeping majestically past?..." Mrs Richards: "Don't be silly! I expect to be able to see the sea!" Basil: "You can see the sea, it's over there between the land and the sky." Mrs Richards: "I'm not satisfied. But I shall stay. But I expect a reduction." Basil: "Why?! Because Krakatoa's not erupting at the moment?

[@justinwatson6932]

A worthy watch.

[@MyBigStory]

It really is. Thanks for watching and commenting, Justin.

[@kyliestorm_music]

Great Story

[@salvatorelicata8768]

Well done

[@kathrynbillinghurst188]

INSPIRATIONAL 🌟🌟🌟

[@pattigaffney8755]

How can I save this videof the photographer that takes pictures of insects?

[@mattyreardon3593]

When you're the younger version of you watching this going through this. It's a synchronisation. Maybe perfect timing. Maybe

[@felicityjohnston9276]

I've never believed in coincidence, only fate. Keep your chin up dude, you've got this. 👍♡

[@Ebz42o]

Actually anys biting me once helped I understand

[@britlew5933]

What happened to the ant on the pedal?

[@scottmiller6270]

You were meant to do what you're doing now.

[@nmanso420]

I haven’t watched this video yet but from the title, if actually true as it is written, then u best believe God had a helping hand in ur situation, for sure, praise God!!

[@cryptoooooohgaga7184]

My husband says he feels like that ant 🐜🐜🐜

[@summertime9629]

Gosh I do too! Not only did I empathize so much with Matts Big Story, I sure did empathize with the ant 🐜 just spinning around in what feels like a big ocean trying to hold on to anything beneath me, especially in the crazy times that we’re in - everything feels so unsteady including any liferaft that we might be holding onto. The fact that your husband told you that- is so precious it’s so important for people to be able to communicate to the people that are their rocks, you should feel so lucky, honestly, that your husband felt he could share his actual truth, not just the mask of what we think or believe a spouse or others want or need to hear. ♾☮

[@RightGirl123]

This is why I want a microscope 😭

[@markissboi3583]

au - Ebay Bought a pc digital camera microscope $29 + Endo scope for looking down holes etc $28 eBay or magnifier glass with led 3x 10x see more small things Spiders eyes r cute :)

[@Dragonfly657]

Did you save the ant?

[@Tardy777]

Thats what Jesus tells us to be like little children

[@samsam2021]

Countless awards? I can count to 7. Was it more than that?

[@lorraineroberts3035]

I am sick of seeing these videos blocking the news stop doing it