I Thought I Had To Quit YouTube! - Shop Talk 2024

I considered quitting due to my health but after taking some time off to recover I am ready to jump back in and create content like before.
I made this short video to explain my situation and what you can expect going forward.
I thank everyone who supports my channel and watches my videos. It is what keeps me motivated and making videos.
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All of the videos on this channel are intended for entertainment purposes only.
Should you choose to make or do anything as depicted on this channel you would do so at your own risk.
Woodworking and the use of power tools can be extremely dangerous.
The equipment and methods I use may not work for you as it does for me and by no means do I suggest that my methods of working are correct.
Therefore you should always use your equipment and power tools as instructed by the owner's manual supplied by the manufacturer.
Always use protective gear where applicable and never attempt something you are not comfortable doing.
Your shop safety is YOUR responsibility, so therefore I accept NO responsibility or liability for any injuries or accidents you may have if you attempt to do the things that I do.
Please, stay safe and work smart.

[@MaddMaxxWoodWorks]

Good to see you back. Remember that your health is number one and your family is as well. I wish you the best in your recovery

[@bobhaare4576]

You're proof that you can't keep a good man down. Take good care of yourself and follow the doctor's orders. Wishing you the best in the new year.

[@TheMrstevewillson]

Sorry for your issues brother. Get better soon, don’t rush it. I’d rather have less of you for longer.

[@andrewmurrell4962]

Great to see you back, I too had a mini stroke aged 48, that was 10yrs ago. Just follow the drs orders, take your meds religiously and take it easy. It’s a slow road but definitely worth it. Can’t wait to see the new ideas and projects and get in my workshop to try some.

[@HankMiner]

I, too, had a stroke going on two years ago. All I can say is that it's a slow process, but take it a day at a time. Slow is fast with a goal in sight. I wish you the best of success in your recovery. A final thought: the brain is fantastic in the recovery phase. Jean

[@charliegoodson8247]

I love watching someone with a passion for what they do.

[@done591030]

Balance your life Physically, Mentally, Socially, and Spiritually. Praying for health, comfort, and balance for you. Thanks for not giving up.

[@Ole.Rellik]

First, thank you for the most creative channel I have found. Second, take all the time you need to fully recover. Whatever it takes know that there is a great number of fans who care much more for your health and well-being than for any content. We will be here whenever you are ready. Unique makers are very hard to find and you are one of the best. You are in our thoughts and prayers always.

[@Qternocq]

Hearing you thank us made me smile. I've learned a lot from your channel, so let me just thank you right back! You're awesome!

[@DennisScheuvront]

Jean, I just want to echo the sentiments from others whom have said that you are proof that you can't keep a good man down, especially when he's so passionate about something. I have watched 1000's of KZbin videos for a number of years and have only made 1 other post besides this one. I first came across your channel back in late 2019/2020 when the pandemic hit and was looking at ideas of how to transform 1/2 of my 2 car garage into a functioning woodworking shop. You have been my go to guy with inspiring me to come up with creative ways to maximize my storage and functionality. I am currently a few years from retirement, have made progress on my shop design and I am in the process putting those plans into action. I hope that by the time I retire, my shop will be complete and I would like to jump into the next phase of my life by joining the KZbin community with valuable content of my own. The inspiration you have been to me and others is unfathomable when it comes to being the average working Joe, working hard at balancing family & job with utilizing the talents that God has given you, while so many other's on KZbin do not show that side of them. You bring the human aspect to this community. I too have the same struggles and most of the time it leaves very little time for woodworking. I will continue to watch for your videos and look forward to incorporating your ideas and creativity into my own shop. Stay healthy and know that your subscribers will be here waiting for you when you are healthy. From West Virginia, happy woodworking.

[@ssbb_builds2090]

Strongs brother. Keep pushing, you are giving us South African creators inspiration....

[@Ding_Bat]

My friend, my workshop is a double garage. It houses: * A bakkie and a car (5%of the space) * My workshop stuff (5% of the space) * My wife’s stuff 99% of the space) No, I did not make a calculation error above. My project for 2024 is to get my workbench back. Good luck for your endeavours for 2024! #TheStruggleIsReal

[@williammaxwell1919]

I've seen others of your videos... but I didn't subscribe until this video dropped. Men talking honestly about men's health is so important for everyone... Kudos to you and don't stop! P.S. Not enough makers from the Southern Hemisphere (I'm Antipodean)!

[@peterfoale203]

John, as a subscriber always look forward to your videos. However, I am sure all who watch agree that your health and family are your priority. Be good to yourself and when you do post we will all lap up the content. Happy New Year

[@henryrossouw930]

Good to see you back.Staying positive and keeping busy is a battle half one.Looking forward to new idea.Speedy recovery.

[@everestyeti]

Sorry 2023 health-wise wasn't that good, can totally sympathise with that; my wife nearly died last year and I now have a life long medical problem. I think all you can do is soldier on and do the best you can do. Looking forward to seeing, what you're going to achieve. Take care of yourself and remember that you and your families well being are the most important thing. 👍

[@andyrobinson6052]

Priority is to rake care of yourself and your family and also good to keep doing something you enjoy. I certainly very much enjoy watching your content. Best Wishes.

[@FrancoisCrafford]

Yster maat. Bly te hoor jou gesondheid is jou eerste prioriteit! Ons geniet jou content, maar sorg eers vir jouself.

[@balazslakatos9817]

get well soon.

[@adamb0mbz]

The one thought that I would offer about the memberships is this: some people want to give with the simple hope that what we receive in return is the best version of you, a tiny bit more free from the rat race of chasing income.

[@gaz740]

Take care of yourself Jean...we'll still be here. Your health is more important than woodworking!!

[@chrisnorton2837]

Great to hear that you are OK and feeling better Jean! We all enjoy your videos, and I'm glad that you are still excited about making them for us!

[@garymassey2285]

Glad you are on the mend and that you are back!

[@user-el7nx9gf2u]

Wish you all the best and a speedy recovery. Don't worry about pumping out content on a schedule. It's a streaming service, not a TV cable channel, you have the freedom to upload new content only when you're able.

[@mdn642]

Hi John from Chico, California…glad to see that you are on the mend and all of us are cheering you on! Did you say 56? years old? You are aging well if that’s the fact!! I am a left handed 55 year old woodworker and can’t wait to see what you have in store for us. Heal up well and just so you know…we don’t care about shaky hands and slowing down!! Just get healed up and cherish your family!!

[@WoodshopJunkies]

No, 36. My dad is 58.

[@sharieflarnie1206]

😂lol

[@user-lz7qd4rg4b]

You are not the only one who has had health challenges this past year. I have had a second round of breast cancer ending in removal of both breasts. I am currently enjoying the benefit of said loss and the better health. I am so glad that you are back and also enjoying better health. I am looking forward to what you have for projects as I am setting up my own shop in my basement/garage and are trying to fit everything in my small space. Thank you.❤😊

[@chipmeister111]

Good for you man, glad You're ok. Keep going!

[@brianwyszynski7345]

Always put your health first. Your family needs you. We will still be here and patiently waiting for new content. I've never been disappointed by your work or your approach to problem solving. Be healthy. Be safe. Stay strong!!!

[@superchile9640]

Wish you the best. Thank you for engaging and entertaining us.

[@heamodehar5907]

Kia ora brother. I love the way you keep striving to make content bro regardless of your health condition. Like many others bro. Take it easy. Take your meds and listen to the doctors bro but cant wait to see what you come up with in 2024. Stay safe brother.

[@anthonylorbach9365]

Here's hoping you make a full recovery. I also hope some safety wear company would provide you with some protective clothing. I enjoy your channel and I hope it continues for a long time.

[@waynespringer3320]

Jean please remember your health is the most important along with your family. Take your time, follow the Drs. and your families advise. Those of us that subscribe and enjoy your videos can wait for when you are ready to do them.

[@richberg404]

Thank you from Minnesota. Your content is so enjoyable. If you read this I will say……About 4 years ago my wife and I moved in to a much smaller house. We did this to take care of family. I lost my big garage shop and all my space. The house we moved into was a small 1 car. Your videos have inspired me to start up my shop and reimagine what that could be. Thank You your videos saved me. THANK YOU. I hope you get back to feeling yourself again

[@steveferguson1232]

So happy to see you. 10 years ago Jean I had a stroke that ended my work career at 54 and I now have a pacemaker and other health issues. Listen to the doctors and FOLLOW their instructions and advice. I am left handed also and yes it does suck. I’ve been able to get back into my shop on days. But when I start dropping tools, I know it’s time to go back inside. Please take care of yourself we want to watch you get to 1 million subscribers

[@talkingbeers]

Thanks for your candour. Wow, what a 4Q! Thank goodness you are recovering and understand the root cause and that it’s treatable. John please prioritise your health, your wife and your young baby. Keep them front and centre - we love your workmanship but less is more! Have a healthy joyous and successful 2024 from Hampshire UK

[@leonfouche8470]

Best of luck Jean, stay positive and take every day as it comes. In the end your health and family comes first.

[@c.a.g.1977]

Hope you will get well soon, Jean, and respect for telling us so openly about your health issues!

[@SkinnyboyDre]

All the best for 2024 and the future. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery and may you and your family find peace and strength every day!

[@jonham8469]

Jean, you're the most creative guy out there. Your projects always amaze me. Take care of yourself and don't push too hard getting back. We're willing to wait for content until you feel up to increasing your output. And we're all praying for a full recovery.

[@ruinunes8251]

All the best for you and family.

[@mikeswoodencreations5712]

Rest up my friend, we will all still be here when you’re good and ready 🤝

[@scottlangston8417]

Glad you're sticking with it. Even more glad that things are treatable and you are doing well. God continue to bless you and your family!

[@mazchen]

Please take care of yourselve! Your family needs you!

[@scottl6613]

Hopefully you have a FULL recovery. I love watching your videos!

[@LarsDoesThings]

Great to see you back in action. This is the best woodworking channel, despite lots of competition. Really appreciate your no nonsense, likable style

[@dennisd5776]

Hope 2024 brings a complete recovery. Like everyone says follow the doctor's orders and keep your health for your family; we will see you when you make more videos as you can

[@koosgrobbelaar2000]

Hi Jean. Holding thumbs that your recovery will be quick and complete. Take care.

[@daylen577]

I would happily support you based on the videos you made in the past year, even without a monthly video. You're one of the most innovative DIY-level woodworking channels out there, with most others clearly having grown past doing it as a hobby, and I appreciate you greatly for that. It's just very hard to relate to videos by woodworkers who work fulltime in a production shop or explicitly make only educational content, as most of them don't remember the struggle of having only the necessary tools and very limited space. Your angle is unique, and with your very efficient format it makes for some incredibly engaging content. I hate the idea of you getting burnt out having to make an extra video for members every month. I would at most aim for every other or every three months, and call anything beyond that a bonus. Like I said, even without those added videos I would happily support you. Not making a promise you can't keep long-term should make it clear to everyone that they're just giving you money for the entertainment and learning you provide! Edit: To add to this, you should really see what projects around your house you could also make a video out of! Even if it's not directly wood working related, I would happily watch you do some random house maintenance stuff, even in a less edited format. Not every video has to be a banger, in fact KZbin's algorithm even favors quantity over quality. Making it clear which content is 'filler' or uploading it to a second channel would give you a good way to engage with your audience with less effort required. Hope you make a speedy recovery, take care and do what's best for you!

[@evertkleynhans2617]

I would also like to see some of the other projects outside of "woodworking". I'm sure you will be able so share a lot of ingenius tips and tricks.

[@johnsanford5048]

Family comes first. Be sure to take care of you and them. We will be here when you’re ready. Sounds like you are in a good place to do what needs to be done to live the life you want. Stay focused and stay the course. God bless.

[@flyingman09101984]

Welcome back and I wish you all the best for 2024 🙂 Whatever you decide, we'll be here to watch and support! 🥰

[@MarshallLoveday]

I think the WORST thing you could do for your recovery is to stop your woodworking projects! Slow down a bit and get plenty of rest, sure. But this is what you LIVE for, plus your family. Stay healthy, Jean!

[@duncanwilkie179]

Great job updating we dedicated followers on your status. We wish you continued recovery and increased time with your family.

[@logisticaproteccioncivilsa2630]

Please keep on the job the channel and your life moving on the way you want... it’s a win win attitude that helps all of your family.

[@gt2scale]

Glad you figured out the cause of the health issue, good luck with the treatment. I am looking forward to what you bring with your channel in 2024!

[@user-fb7tv8hv1v]

Best of luck to you in 2024 ,your family and your health is the most important thing to take care of. Looking forward to seeing your new work station. Because of you I decided to build a sectional work station for my small shop. Thanks for the inspiration, from Tennessee USA.

[@CaddoCreekWoodworks]

Prayers headed your way! Glad to see you back but be careful! Family and health come first and don't rush things. We will be here for you.

[@evertkleynhans2617]

I wish you all the success on your road to recovery. Be blessed. Our Father has a plan for you and will always give you "tasks"to overcome for His Glory. Keep up the great work.

[@ShopNation]

Feel better man, wishing you and your family a fast recovery. You're an important part of this community!

[@WoodshopJunkies]

Thanks bud.

[@grahamcameron7628]

I really like the mix of shop projects, machine refurbishments, and tool reviews.

[@MadAsKiwi]

Take care, we will be here when you are up to taking on projects again. All the best

[@berniessparrow6728]

So sorry you have had health problems. Can I wish you a full and healthy recovery. Take real good care of yourself.

[@paceves4403]

You were missed but so glad you're doing well and on the mend! Love your shop ideas and plans. Take care of yourself and the family...cheers to 2024!

[@cameronpalfy9145]

John. Your health and family first! I look forward to seeing all your content no matter if it is infrequent

[@RobertHolby]

Thrilled that you are back! Praying for a complete recovery for you!!!

[@ecowomble1781]

Please take it easy and give your main time to family. Look forward to seeing whatever output you can give. Cheers.

[@dougptankerengr759]

Glad to see you back! Praying that 2024 goes very well for you and your family.

[@dimpie1000]

All the best with your recovery. I wish 2024 has only good things for you and your great channel.

[@MacDaddy88]

I'm so glad you are feeling better. You are a genuine DIYer that has some professional experience. Do what you can do to help yourself and your family. Know that you are appreciated and loved in this community. Take care brother.

[@julesdouville3025]

Glad to see you back. Sending you positive thoughts…

[@SeaBeeEd51]

So glad to see you back. I’m happy you’re doing well. Take care of yourself and my prayers are with you and your family.

[@mikewood6076]

Stay healthy, I love your channel and we are all patient and will be here when you post! Take care!!!

[@elvisb4219]

Dude...I hope you are absolutely fine with your health. You have provided incredible wood work content over years. If you can continue I am happy but if you cannot all will understand. Family and health comes first.

[@RogerStocker]

Take care. A healthy 2024, the only thing you can't buy on earth is your healthy. Looking forward to see more content from you, which I always enjoy.

[@user-ec8gu1rj8h]

I wish you the best for 2024 , always a pleasure to watch your videos !

[@jamesmorgan6472]

Get yourself better and look after your family. People will be patient and anticipate your return when your well. 👍

[@BushFireBrand]

Strongs Jean. Rooting for a full recovery!!

[@muppet550]

So glad you are doing better John. Thanks for all of your work and the inspiration it provides!

[@caseyscott1766]

Hey John, thanks for the update. Praying for a full and fast recovery. God bless man.

[@Geurtb]

We have some excellent doctors and specialists in South Africa and then specifically in Cape Town. Do not dispare and search out the best help you can have young man!!! We will support you, just keep going!

[@katherinecarroll3706]

I am so sorry for your health problems! I hope you have Good recovery.

[@lorentryon]

Take it easy. I had a stroke 27 years ago when I was 40. Recovery is slower than you would like but you will get there. Enjoy your videos here in Colorado. Summer there and winter here, too bad we can’t hav3 a mixture of the two!

[@symposes]

I found your channel in my search for projects that I could utilize in a small shop space. I'm glad to see that you are not going to let 2023 drag you down!

[@carlosarredondo2589]

I am not surprised to see all of these great comments regarding your health scare, and recovery. Trucking on after a health scare is quite difficult I know, but you are doing the right thing by not shutting down, be it yourself or your channel. I know I speak for us all when I say, KUDOS, AND WE ARE PROUD OF YOU AND YOUR COURAGE TO MOVE FORWARD. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTENT.

[@robertsimpson1824]

glad your getting better your health is the most important thing so you can look after your family take care hope you have a full recovery

[@susanc6828]

Thanks for sharing, wishing you a speedy recovery

[@MJLWoodWorks]

Get well, take the time you need and the best of life to you and your family!

[@markleedham8137]

Big thank you for all your videos I would miss you if you stopped but what ever you look after you !!!

[@tagiti]

Hope you make a full recovery, all the best for 24

[@lkjsdf1]

Did homie say 56th birthday 🤯 Looking good, my man!

[@martinrohm5469]

Voorspoed met die herstel proses. 👍

[@davidrolfe9747]

Wishing you a full and speedy recovery, the sooner, the better. From Australia.

[@adellacharlton235]

So sorry to hear you have been through some really tough times. You are an inspiration for many people. Take care and be kind to yourself.

[@Jettaheizer]

I´m subscribed to your channel for a couple of years now and I always appreciated your frankness. I wish you all the best for your health, your family and your life behind the camera. And of course I´m looking forward to every video you make.

[@BradleyHilton1]

I really enjoy your restorations. Keep well.

[@eclipsestorm1975]

Love your work, love your videos, love your creativity. So glad you're back. Self health is most important.

[@ruperthenderson1488]

Very pleased to see you on the road to recovery. Do take care of yourself - your health comes first before any KZbin content. That said, your channel is my favourite to watch as it is full of brilliant and clever ideas that make the most of a single car garage. I'm more or less following and trying to implement your idea's going forward. Thank you.

[@johncarter9067]

Good to see you're back hoping you have no health scares al the best for 2024

[@troyboy4345]

We are all with you pal, you will get up to full speed soon ... love from Yorkshire, England !

[@darkmyble2006]

As someone who is disabled I can absolutely understand where you're coming from. If I'm ever in Cape Town visiting my family I'll be sure to come and say hello.. keep up the good work 👏

[@globetrotter683]

Look after yourself John and be there for your family. The channel can always wait. Best wishes from NZ.

[@jackcobben]

All the best to you John, and we will definitely be waiting for your content. Your health is most important, and the videos can wait.