Social Media Is F**King Us Up

[@JamesSmithPT]

The cuts to the side were my videographers idea. He’s now sacked, crying on the phone as he has 2 kids that need feeding. We move on.

[@amazzaleen]

I love this video! One factor that I feel like I would love for you to highlight how fucked social media apps are and how they’re now geared towards making as much screen time and money off of as possible. When was first created, it was made for people to publish photos, when Facebook was first created, it was made for you to make friends and connect with people online. Now, both of them have reels, which is something that is completely identical between the two apps and is basically TikTok, but on a different platform , why is it there? Just for money These social media apps would have a configuration to allow you to disable certain features so you could at least benefits from connecting with friends and family, while also not inhibiting from social media entirely, but that’s not gonna make money, isn’t it?

[@mungo75]

Ahhh, it's not so bad mate. Took a bit of getting used to the first few times, but I think it fits in with your personality and delivery. It does get a bit disorientating though when it's in a series of every few seconds. 😁

[@evilc.reations]

No i like this, suits your style quite a lot. Would suggest less of a 90 degree angle though, just a little bit aside (45+) from main angle conveys the same point and when you're juggling angles it'll look less unnnatural.

[@Kai-fu9ts]

thank fuck. i could barely get thru the video and I'm at 2:50

[@Xicor111]

Good

[@CubanGav]

I set up two phones at 90 degrees apart. Every time you cut to the side camera I also switched. Made me feel more involved.

[@Green-ls7kt]

💀

[@hannahpriddle4354]

😂😂😂

[@navstajay]

Hahahaha

[@JoshMurphyDrums]

underrated comment hahaha

[@abit_imbik]

made my day, thanks mate 🤣

[@Choopuhcabra]

James, you are a voice of reason in this social media circus. I'm 27, in a stereotypical "good job" with a masters degree, in decent shape, yet somehow i still feel like jackshit. Social media is drip fed poison to the soul and I'm finally starting to truly see what its doing to me and the people around me. The reality is, life aint easy and its a miracle we all get through modern digital existence without losing the plot. Thank you for the work you do brother. I hope everyone here finds good friends to keep us sane and help us enjoy the little things. Love to all

[@Astrix321]

SM makes me feel bad i dont bench 315 lbs :( im just a weakling

[@sheper00]

I actually quit social media a few years back and dating apps a few days ago... I'm actually feeling a lot better generally. Comparison is the thief of joy However I still need to let the super massive guy in the gym just be- he's doing his thing, I've got mine. The head can be a cruel thing

[@mariuxxxx1]

Yah on social media every 15 years old living the dream somehow hustling money every day they say 😂 living in fancy hotels and driving supercars i see so many of these clowns and selling they bullshit guide how can you become like him too

[@mariuxxxx1]

don't forget this super massive guy on high dose of steroids most likely just remeber you are doing it for yourself not for others@@sheper00

[@vinniegret4841]

Not all though unfortunately

[@Ese96Agboaye]

No cheesy music, no elaborate intro, just straight-talking. We need more of this.

[@dubblleeyou2768]

straight with a mix of 90 degree left turns along the way

[@annyjones7228]

I've been preaching your video for years now!! My hubby is a bald, 5"6 and on the chubby side. In his words "He reached and I settled". Over a decade I explained to everyone why that might be correct regarding our looks but false in every other way. You can party from 9 p.m. till 9 a.m with him, is a great family guy, is funny as hell, his work ethic is out of this world, you need help at 4 in the morning, he'll be there. Finally, after 10+ years of relationship. He finally understands. I didn't settle. I got everything I wanted and more. Now I joke that hubby no. 2 will never compare to him 😂

[@yzwme586]

Uhhh ok

[@okaySam]

Let's hope one day he'll wake up.

[@annyjones7228]

@@okaySam And do what? I can't place your comment. So far he also says he got everything in me he wanted from a wife so I don't think there is any waking up to do.

[@Astrix321]

people who call their partner hubby.. very strange

[@annyjones7228]

@@Astrix321 I mean...he is my husband so I call him hubby. He also calls me wifey 🤷

[@willpalmeer]

James, you're like a breathe of fresh air online mate. Thank you.

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

we need more of these proper male role models. the whole red pill-y alpha chad bros with absurd ideas, body, practices, mentality have taken over social media and so many people are suffering because of this.

[@timsutherland4033]

Why do you need an influencer as a role model ! Absolutely pathetic

[@peterbalac1915]

​@@timsutherland4033😂😂 Brutal but very true, I just don't get it !!

[@silasschwehn]

Very well said what most of us are be thinking

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

@@timsutherland4033 because kids have only these guys as role models.. if you dont have kids you wont understand

[@JoeBombinoGameStreams]

Every time I stumble on a James Smith video I am absolutely impressed with how in tune he is with the issues we face. Keep it up man, you have a really healthy perspective on life and you’re doing awesome!

[@kach0937]

James i'm not moving, i'm sat right here, you don't need to keep turning your head to talk to me !!

[@aussiematt52]

😂

[@paul19669]

Speak for yourself. I’m moving round like a rollercoaster whilst watching this. I’m glad James follows me around though 🙌🏻

[@stevowyeth]

I developed epilepsy watching this video.

[@kevinbrook7033]

he needs to keep switching so you can see the rows of Neutonic he's plugging.

[@MikaMikaMika89]

Motion sickness am I right? Changes in angle sometimes is meant to increase viewer retention in our attention deficit riddled world but sometimes it goes a bit far.

[@svenhollis-lifts]

Very good message here James, spot on and as for Men’s Health utter todgers, in the UK I used to be a subscriber of their magazine from circa 2005 to 2007 and continued to purchase every month when I moved here in 2008, I entered a photo competition in that year, I didn’t make the cut which wasn’t the issue rather the lack of variety in the applicants that made the cut for the page. From then on vowed to never purchase another Mens Health magazine until the day I die. As you said “utter plebs”.

[@hunterh889]

I never stop to think how bad social media has warped my perception of things, it's insane. You make some very solid points man. I find when I just naturally ate healthy and never strived to be picture perfect I was always the happiest at that time.

[@JoshHart97]

Discovering James has been a huge breath of fresh air! Someone that just says it as it is. Also, the drink is fantastic… never felt so alive!

[@alwaysevolving281]

Quitting alcohol, caffeine, and social media other than KZbin has done wonders for me. I’ve found a sense of peace again and it’s made me realize just how much the notion of expertise has died since the rise of social media.

[@Moledmc]

Yeah thinking of doing the same. KZbin was all we needed years ago

[@StraightEdgeJunkie]

Related to the orthorexia part, it goes even further than food imo. I suspect a rise in just general anxiety because it's easy to be so bombarded these days with these messages about how you're doing everything the wrong way: you're eating wrong, you're drinking water wrong, you're sleeping wrong... And so on. This weird overcomplicating of life. When most of the time just the basics would apply.

[@ellebean759]

Omg yes, I actually wish I knew less about "health". It was easier for me to just calorie count and lose weight years ago because I had 1 simple goal and I felt good I was hitting it. Now I feel like I'm failing a bit because I'm not getting loads of protein and even when I do is it bio available etc etc... 🤯

[@jodiebrown9650]

You’re so right, and don’t forget we are even breathing the wrong way!😩

[@tracyminajjjj]

@@jodiebrown9650mouth breather?

[@Denidrakes69]

You're also lifting weights wrong, running wrong, hanging from a bar wrong, simultaneously exercising too much and not enough - and your breathing while you do it? Pfft, that's all wrong too

[@sirwi11iam]

Good point

[@HeyHoRangerJooo]

Next to daddynoel, hybrid calisthenics, you are also in the group of content creators, I share with friends who want to try to "do better", love your content, please stay as you are. Ordinary people and people who want to skip bullshit need you out there. Have a nice week ❤

[@MartyMillerDesign]

Mate, I started working in the fitness industry in 1984 and have seen the changes it has undergone over the past decades. I witnessed the rise of personal training in the 90s. While I saw many who had great qualifications and approach, I also saw the rise of the exact opposite. Moving forward to the rise of social media and so called influencers, I find it easy to agree with you on so many levels. It's a toxic jungle out there now. One more shirtless goose standing there with a six pack claiming their secrets to '' The Best Way to Get Shredded '' or '' The Best Exercise for Big Shoulders '' etc, its an absolute joke. Being lean and sporting a six pack says very little about one's overall health and wellness. Interestingly, I'm originally from Sydney but now live in Sweden. A huge cultural difference when it comes to health and appearance. Last time I was in Sydney I couldn't help but see the difference. people here have no hang ups about there appearance. There is no social pressure here for example for older woman to hide behind a one-piece at the beach. Regardless of body type, bikinis rule and you'll never hear someone comment on a woman or man who has a podgy body. Swedes are active people who generally have no hangups about body image. I found it extremely refreshing to see. These KZbin idiots are promoting a nonsustainable way of life that has very little credit. There is no balance nor true cognitive understanding of the crap they peddle to the masses. Keep up the great work James.

[@alibushell6762]

It's the same in Finland. Both cultures have a) a close relationship with activity/sport, b) a similarly close relationship with nature and c) the experience of sauna/bastu where people are naked and can see what we really look like. In cultures like the UK, Oz and the US we never see naked or semi clothed people unless they are models, so we think we are deficient for not being that. Who benefits? The people selling us crap to make us feel better about it, and the fitness industry that capitalises on our insecurities.

[@Ania-p9x]

WHO should ban these KZbinrs.

[@euaneagle1805]

Just came across your channel James. I am at uni currently and I was so conflicted by information from different influencers, where it be to have huel or the diet which Eddie preaches. Thank's for clarifying the madness of the social media space at the moment, you have helped me a lot.

[@mikethemusicman1978]

I'm going through the same process, I did really believe that Eddie's words were the truth, I hope James just isn't another "influencer" and that I can rely on his methods.

[@thiolennaidoo3455]

The man. Always had a consistent message from day 1. Never fell off into fads or became dishonest or a corporate puppet. 👌

[@Ichsukatanuka]

Great takes, so spot on about dating, its an uphill battle to meet anyone, let alone the potential love of your life

[@Zeerse_Chef]

I didn't go to university, got a job in an office, worked hard, got a promotion. Found myself working alongside graduates with significant student debts earning the same as me.

[@omoton802]

Yeah so did I, but after I made money I went to University in my spare time, first getting a BSc Hons degree and next getting a MSc. What I learned from formal education was invaluable to taking my career and my life to the next level. It taught me how to learn, research, gave me different perspectives on the world. My point is, lets stop knocking people for going into formal education and seeing it as a waste of time. I wouldn't change the way I did it, but doing it straight from school is just another equally valid way.

[@MomoSimone22]

There are some jobs that require a degree and proper training too, so uni is not just uni. Some degrees are useless, but we need doctors and lawyers and teachers, etc, to go to uni.

[@JemyM]

I went from 131 down to 89 kilograms through alternate-day-fasting, walking, weight-lifting and a high-protein low-carb diet. Due to an official diagnosis in Binge Eating Disorder I have been extremely careful at who I listen to, making sure they have credentials and I have kept myself to science-based information only while escaping a lot of pseudo-science in the fasting community. I understand there is no magic to fasting beyond that being in ketosis turns off my appetite which helps me to reduce calories consumed. I understood that the rumors about "autophagy" in the fasting community didn't match what the research actually said. Instead of "commit to clean fasting" and "go full keto" I had milk in my coffee and diet cola while upping to high protein and kept good carbs like fiber and potatoes. Instead of "fasting longer" I understood the value of Non-Activity Exercise Thermogenesis and forced myself to become more active. Depending on where I was on my journey I was able to do new things, like starting to walk long distances when I went below 110kg, something I couldn't do when I was at 131kg, and I understood the value of building muscle when my weight-loss got slower to get my metabolism back.

[@nicholasohalloran4460]

"Ketosis" had nothing to do with it. You were just eating less. The end.

[@paulblake1164]

@@nicholasohalloran4460 It's his story, not yours. It's his success, not yours. I understand his story, not yours.

[@carlmarch9591]

Great effort mate fellow binge eater here tough one to battle isn't it

[@JemyM]

​@@carlmarch9591: It definitely is. I am 85kg now so it have been working though. I had therapy for binge eating disorder for nine months two years before I started on ADF and it helped me to realize I had to stop restricting to succeed. While ADF is a form of restriction, not eating for an entire day while on ketosis helped. Then on my eat days I eat every 1-3 hours, on time, with prepared meals, based on my nutritionist and therapists guidelines, and my target weight TDEE.

[@CHRISSYCHICK]

Lost 9 and half stone and you're a big reason as to why. Sensible, balanced and high protein diet 💪 thank you

[@kanishkaveediyabandara3028]

I don't comment on a lot of KZbin videos. Making a rare exception here. You, my friend, is a no BS no filter truth sayer. I love that in people. Subscribed! THIS is the kinda channels that needs to blow up.

[@happymonday1000]

It’s nice to see that there are some young people out there with good heads on their shoulders. I’m in my 50’s and I’m happy to say that at my age I don’t follow the nonsense out there, there is more to life than social media, and social media isn’t social. Well said young man 🫡 you absolutely hit the nail on the head.

[@AW71963]

I deleted it all off my phone a month or two back and check instagram maybe once a week on my iPad, it’s amazing how stupid everything seems when you’re not checking your feed 10x a day

[@Sophwaffles]

I literally do everything I can to help my mental health. A healthy balanced diet consisting of everything, I exercise and sleep well, but I’m still depressed. Some things are so more complex…🤷🏻‍♀️

[@littleboots9800]

Dr Ilardias depression cure. All science backed steps, 30 mins daily of prenoon sun exposure, supplementation at correct type, dose and ratio of omega 3s, (this step alone has results as good as many leading antidepressants,) vit D3 supplementation and I think another 4 steps. Many are free, the rest are cheap and most require little or no motivation. His lecture detailing the steps is on youtube.

[@matthewhook3375]

Fully agree with your "pillars of health" analogy. In my personal case I found quality of nutrition and particularly eliminating ultraprocessed foods from my diet was a kind of lynch pin factor. Once I started eating better I had more energy, so I found it easier to start walking more, got a bit fitter, which made it possible to start swimming, which improved my cardio and mental health (which wasn't terrible, but clearly wasn't as good as it could have been), which improved my motivation, after which I started lifting weights and so on... The pieces all began to fall into place and a virtuous cycle kicked off within about 48 hours of making drastic changes to WHAT I was eating.

[@mattegan3439]

What's even more crazy about the hiring practises of certain firms, they will only hire graduates from a handful of British universities which have 2:1's and above. So it equates how good you'll be at the job, by how well you did in your A levels. Madness.

[@FullOfSpuds]

Even funnier when you consider ill-earned the reputations of those "top-tier" universities are. I did my BSc at Bangor Uni, at the time firmly in the bottom third of the league tables, and it was fantastic. Great staff, well organised, I learnt a ton, fantastic clubs and societies. I did my PGCE at Durham Uni and my partner did a masters at Newcastle Uni, both Russel Group, supposedly great institutions, and we found both to be terribly organised, with lecturers who cared only about their research and treated teaching as a necessary annoyance

[@mattegan3439]

@@FullOfSpuds Doesn't surprise me at all. Worked with old boys from some of the elite uni's (and elite public schools for that matter), and they're thick as two short planks. If they'd not had top tier educations, they'd not be in the job, never mind the industry. Those uni's and public schools are worth their weight in connections and 'Old Boys' networks.

[@James-wf1ds]

I think Eddie is getting through to people that are genuinely eating nothing but processed foods and sugar which is a good thing . He’s obviously feeling great from his diet and the cash he’s making so he’s gonna get more extreme . I personally have identified foods that make me depressed so I get that aswell . Great video mate x

[@AnodaWun]

Exactly his target market are people that have let themselves go. He's helping them.

[@shaneroberts2492]

Must be close to 4 years since I came off socials. Don’t miss it one bit.

[@NeilMartin98]

Got rid at the start of this year and it's honestly amazing.

[@DadBodFit]

KZbin is social media. Sorry to burst your bubble

[@NeilMartin98]

​@@DadBodFit 100% same with Reddit but time on these platforms I've noticed isn't as substantial as something like Snapshot, TikTok or Instagram.

[@TheUcHiHaMaD]

Youre on social media right now.

[@JoshAllen-fc9nj]

No difference between Facebook and KZbin you melt

[@Minecraftfreaks5]

Having found your Channel is probably the best that had happened in 2024 so far Since the end of 2023 I started to delete Instagram from my phone and used it only on my IPad and put a Time Restriction of 1 hour daily on it. Now I deleted it from my IPad too and just look at it trough my PC if I wanted to get Information on Events etc. The Idea of Social Media is amazing but the way people use it is terrible....

[@jonathangmallender]

James - you are brilliant - thank you for this!

[@leejackson1546]

Admittedly, I used to subscribe to Men's Health; but I started to notice an odd pattern, similar to what you described. In this case I noticed one month "do this to improve your workouts" then the literal next issue would completely contradict it's predecessor and say how bad the food/exercise/gear was the next time. Even the feature on Alan Ritchson, he has very publicly said he doesn't look like that outside of filming same with Chris Hemsworth and many others. Confirmation bias in social media is insane these days, it used to be more subtle too Great video James, great to see this stuff being called out.

[@tizodd6]

I used to think social media was only affecting women by giving them unrealistic dating expectations. The more I see, the more I realize how it's poisoning *ALL* of us.

[@Leprutz]

Really? You just got that now? Social media and internet are no better than TV and cinema. Adds and companies, the Elite. They want to destabilize us and separate us even more. It's all a grand scheme so they can get richer of our backs by controlling us better.

[@Greenpastures79]

Makes me think of how social media is sending this (damaging/negative) msg to young ones that the more plastic/fake you look the hotter you are…

[@digitalsublime]

Dude, I tried clean eating, supplementing, I discovered I have sibo, and all treatments suck, my gut gets inflamed by most sugars that I don't digest, and believe me I have tried to add them and it sucks, I get bloating and if I continue migraines. Was suggested the carnivore diet, all bloating gone, energy back, body composition way up, and also weird things like flaking skin and bleeding gums have gone. I also know this is the case for already millions of people that have resolved autoimmune issues by going carnivore.

[@digitalsublime]

Curiously my depression is gone to... so there is that

[@Macgee826]

Of course diet can cause depression,a dude in my gym is carnivore and curiously cured his depression also!

[@digitalsublime]

@@Macgee826 Yeah, I sometimes eat a sugary thing and then after a few hours I notice I'm back to feeling anxiety and down and wonder what the heck, then I remember what I ate and confirm this, every single time.

[@Renegade_2023]

I’ve been striving to get to that dream physique for decades. I always say I work out just to stay even. I watched jealously while guys at the gym blew up like balloons. I also watched them looking like someone let the air out of that balloon when they came off gear. Plus they lost their hair and many have stretch marks ! I can’t imagine being a young person and having that thrown in your face everywhere.

[@134679user]

Take a shot every time James talks to the side camera

[@VocalEdgeTV]

This is potent. I’m hooked.

[@davesimpson85]

Social media is fucking us up. 3 months ago apart from KZbin i signed out of every account. It was like a come down from ectasy. Withdrawals were ridiculous

[@cccppp6711]

That’s actually really interesting, I’ve half arsed tried and know exactly what you mean by this! How long did it last and how did you divert attention from the withdrawals?

[@davesimpson85]

@@cccppp6711 it's still on going. I can't believe how addicted to social media I am. I wish I was exaggerating but I found quitting smoking easier.

[@davesimpson85]

@@mjs1071 I don't consider KZbin as bad as the others. I use it as a learning tool. I get no positivity from wasting time on Facebook or Instagram.

[@jonathangmallender]

Thank you for sharing this - I've tried but always end up back on them - how long did it take to get passed the withdrawel phase and what did you do to stop temptation!

[@SuperJimmy900]

Mate, I did this about 5 years ago. It took about a week at most and haven't had a single urge since

[@TrulyLoathsome]

I can't tell you how refreshing it is to hear someone talk sense on the internet. I was honestly beginning to suspect rational thought was banned online. Keep talking truths please 👍🏻

[@dannyygraf]

hey mate great video as always, cool it with the edits to the 2nd camera imo

[@paddlefitdad]

For some reason this video popped up on my feed and I'm glad I clicked on it. I share your view on the distorted world of today's social media. I'm glad you're getting this message out there. I'll be checking out your other content. Thanks.

[@rjflores438]

Eddie Abbew is doing a lot of good, Liver King on the other hand...

[@jackswiles]

Trying to tell my 18 year old brother this at the weekend was like slamming my head into a brick wall. Thanks for making this video to prove my point James

[@dadbodvlogs]

James mate, I followed your FB page when the only videos you did were daily Q and As and you didnt even have an app yet. You are still as genuine and following the same approach now despite all of the success you have rightly had. I suffer quite badly with Orthorexia and I have never really spoken about it, but social media is by far the only thing i can think of that made me so conscious of whether or not i was eating as “clean” as possible. Not only that but body image is the same issue, no matter how much progress I make i feel like a fat shit haha! You are the voice of reason man. Keep going!

[@Black-Circle]

he fake

[@VGobaira]

This is why I follow you James. You tell the truth

[@anw1446]

what's your favorite dinosaur?

[@JamesSmithPT]

Stegosaurus

[@Holdenmagroin75]

@@JamesSmithPTFALSE - Velociraptor is best

[@mikeysharp6280]

Bloody good stuff James. You cheered me up and you spoke of things I'd never even considered.

[@kevinbrook7033]

I love James' content, he's a superb communicator and cuts through all the crap, but the shameless plugging of Neutonic with their row of eyes staring at me to buy feels like a parody in the context of what he's talking about. For someone who made videos saying you don't need Athletic Greens, Huel or the Whoop strap, I just can't help feeling his venture into neutropic supplementation is just a shit test for us to make sure we are paying attention.

[@j_h4z]

I agree, kinda. We both appreciate James’ content and I agree his delivery is top tier because he says exactly what needs to be said. It’s the second part of your comment that I’m having trouble with because yes he’s historically bashed other drink brands and has recently created his own but to my, maybe naive, understanding he’s created his drink with everything he believes those other drinks lack and following that logic why shouldn’t he promote something that he believes everyone will benefit from, it’s his channel.

[@kevinbrook7033]

@@j_h4z don't get me wrong, I'm not hating, I think he's great. But he is a brilliant salesman above all else. Every influencer has to have an angle, and his is being the truly transparent guy who exposes the lies and fake promotions of the industry he works in. He's leveraged his reputation for trustworthiness to expand into multiple different areas, from online training academy, to popular social media influencer, to author of multiple books, and now to selling his own drinks product. And mad respect to him for all this by the way, I genuinely hope he becomes a multi millionaire, I really respect the hustle. But I just can't see James saying of any other product by anyone else, that you really need it. Just get to bed earlier, work on your sleep hygiene, get some sunlight on waking and instead of wasting money on a drink, spend it on healthy fruits and vegetables would be his advice if this drink was being sold by anybody else. Doesn't stop me liking him though, he really does make top tier content.

[@kevinbrook7033]

@@j_h4z Don't get me wrong, I'm not hating. I really like his content. But he's a brilliant salesman above all else. Every influencer has a sales pitch or angle, and his is being the trustworthy guy who exposes the lies and fake BS of everybody else in the industry, including calling them all out by name. He's incredibly media savvy and has leveraged his reputation for humour and trustworthiness into building an online training academy, becoming a leading social media influencer, then branching out to write three books on diet, life coaching and confidence, and now has built his own company selling a productivity drink. I just don't think James would recommend you buy the drink if it was sold by anybody other than him. He'd say you should just go to bed earlier, work on your sleep hygiene, get some sunlight first thing when you wake up and spend the drink money on getting some healthy fruits and vegetables. Anyway, I'm not hating on him. I've used his academy, and have bought all three of his books in hardback, as well as having them on Audible. His content is great, I just find him hawking his own productivity drink whilst ripping apart other people for selling their own stuff a bit hypocritical. I will say though, he's great at selling himself, which is a skill i could really benefit from, so if/when he released his How to Sell Anything book I will definitely buy it.

[@Braddicusfinch]

I disagree for two key reasons. Firstly, it's his own company, not a sponsorship he's paid to do, thus there's a lot more need to make sure he's got his shit right, he's not just financially invested, he's personally invested, yes they can overlap, but there's no extra layer of attachment for insert podcaster banging on about Athletic Greens. Secondly, those brands constantly assault me with how amazing and perfect they purportedly are, both James and Chris have been perfectly up front about what Neutonic DOESN'T do. Of course, healthy skepticism is optimal, so I get it

[@kevinbrook7033]

@@Braddicusfinch that is a fair point.

[@TheOppl]

Subbed cause of your comments on the C19 situation. That tells me you are someone I can trust to tell me the truth.

[@gemschaeffer7291]

Ban social media the world will be a better place

[@lohengrin4009]

Social media is a product of a much broader issue, the internet. I never quite understood why swearing on the radio results in a FCC complaint but the internet is a Pandora’s box of disturbing information and pictures with no government oversight.

[@hugocharneca7651]

Eddie just says ‘fucking shit’ in place of genuine information

[@George2647g]

Love this guy - just spits continual facts… i dont follow any other influencer.. i love that he just hits u with fact after fact and u learn

[@balancedbyanav]

Eddie is not wrong when he says eggs are more nutrient dense than a cookie BUT that's where It ends. His approach is so strict and he doesn't take into account that people will eat those foods but their quality of life might be shit if they remove everything else, can't participate in life because they are fasting for 23h every single day. With a shitty relationship with food you won't have a good life so maybe a more balanced approach is more sustainable. If Eddie's approach was sustainable, it would have worked by now.

[@leigh_carmichael]

Truth.

[@balancedbyanav]

@KLM669 😂

[@brunocruz1955]

Nicely articulated! It's refreshing to encounter such insightful perspectives. It's reassuring to know that critical thinking is alive and well in individuals like yourself.

[@bojack3827]

Eddie Abbew is great. Straight to the point, doesn't mince his words and an antidote to all the processed food crap being sold in the UK

[@rm22.02]

The world needs more people like James Smith.

[@nathanmitchell7961]

4:01 These COVID comments kinda took me of guard James. For someone i definitely consider to be quite a smart well read individual, it was odd to hear you talk down the vaccines safety after all the data we have accumulated but maybe i am being bad faith. Could you explain what the government lied about or how the vaccine hasnt clearly prevented large amount of illness and death on a nationally level? The reality is both people most likely have good intentions but you both disagree on the methods of achieving it.

[@peggymitchell6567]

I agree, as soon as he said that the government lied about how safe vaccines were I paused the video and probably won't watch the rest because this is the first time I've heard him say something that was just utter crap. Disappointing tbh to make a video about how social media is messing us up and how to avoid it, yet is here pretty much talking nonsense about vaccines being unsafe.

[@Al-hp7lq]

Don't let the truth throw you off guard. The vaccine efficacy data was flawed and manipulated, big pharma took advantage of an unprecedented situation to leverage a product that has been proven to NOT offer the protection it originally and then ongoing stated, let alone discuss the potential of long term side effects and injury related deaths. These are facts and to deny these answers to the public - still to this day is a crime conducted by the manufacturer. Do you think a pharmaceutical company would need 75years of data censorship if they were in it for reasons other than mere profit? Look up the original research, control groups and sample size that Pfizer based their vaccine marketing upon to understand what we were sold. The truth is now much more documented where only a year ago or so it was not. Do not forget that even asking questions regarding the safety of these vaccines ostracized normal curious people into enemies of the community and state by their neighbours and government. Revealing the truth has taken time when it was intentionally hidden and manipulated by those in profit through 'legacy media' and government mouthpieces. Keep doing what you're doing James, driving up the standard of content up in KZbin keeping the faith that the world hasn't gone completely mad. Thank you 🙏

[@yoshireincarnate1649]

in the same boat as you on this, very strange to see only 2 ppl in the whole comment section talking abt it as well. anti vax rly is just way more mainstream now than that of 15 years ago

[@seanandunne4857]

You just shared my reason for going to uni "getting pissed 3 nights and trying to get my end away". My qualification at the end was a bonus if you can call it that.

[@HighCarbDiabeticV]

I’m type 1 diabetic. People who increase their fat increase their need for insulin as fat induces insulin resistance. That Eddy guy has no idea what he is on about.

[@mikebegley994]

I’m T1D and came to say this too!

[@MichaelHorstmann]

Even if you’re in a caloric deficit? If so, that’s interesting

[@HighCarbDiabeticV]

@@MichaelHorstmann Yes. Insulin sensitivity is highest when one eats more carbohydrates and less fat. As an example, I’ve eaten 1.25kg of carbs in a single day as a diabetic and my insulin to carb ratios were incredibly high. The more fat I eat, the worse my blood sugars become.

[@allisonfalin8854]

Yep. My triglycerides jumped as did my A1c and while I’m not diabetic I was well on my way with the keto diet (and yes I wore the cam and checked blood ketones). Spat that red pill out about 10 years ago and won’t look back. 😊

[@Ryshaad]

That may be specific to type 1 diabetics. The more fat I eat and the less carbs I have has taken me completely out of prediabetes. I can't agree with you on a universal scale when what I do has the exact opposite of effect of what you claim.

[@tomstark6361]

That message should go worldwide. I love what you are doing James. Thank you for that 🤝

[@ridingwithsam]

Eddie is easily the biggest tool I've found on social media and it's genuinely scary how many people follow him. They're literally promoting eating disorders

[@RBC0405]

He knows his stuff. He's been around the scene since the 80's. Dig deeper and look at his old videos.

[@leigh_carmichael]

100% agree. Crazy that people listen to him.

[@leigh_carmichael]

@@RBC0405if you listen to him and think he knows his stuff, then you most certainly don’t know your stuff. He’s about 10% good info.

[@frankezane583]

@@RBC0405he knows his stuff about bodybuilding for sure……the other stuff I’m not to sure, he states 9 out 10 diseases are caused by diet……I’d like to see his evidence. He might be right who know, but he refuses to debate ? Wonder why

[@laurenbrizon]

Your anger outbursts soothe my soul ❤😊 favourite one defo the mens health bit 🙌

[@Patrick.Bateman666]

You are social media

[@AL-qr7up]

Yeah. He's THE social media

[@Abdul_Rahman86]

Batman: “To defeat fear you must become fear” James smith: “To defeat social media you must become social media”

[@kylegambling]

I think Eddie broad message is a lot more powerful than you calling his audience idiots, if someone blindley follows what ever someone says they are a sheep and not everything someone says I will agree with them but Eddie's message of eat more meat and less crap is what I have taken away from him I think you should do they same instead of slandring him online, just my 2 cents.

[@ebbeg6851]

Please keep doing what you're doing! And if your channel gets really big PLEASE remember to just be YOU and not a sell out like the other ones! Good job James!

[@darrenholmes2490]

What’s bad about Eddie genuinely? All I’ve seen him say is eat real food and stop poising yourself with processed shit that causes diseases later… EDIT* ANYONE?!?!😂

[@davidmorgan3328]

As always James, down to earth entertainment. Thanks for sharing this.

[@marcelloguerinoni]

Always a pleasurable moment of sanity to have you back

[@glowwithgillian]

Please keep creating content like this, your videos are getting better and better. Thank you for speaking the truth.

[@davepenny1199]

love this line of conversation/enquiry(inquiry).....it reflects the principle - teaching how to think (critical thinking), not what to think (magical thinking, as an eg). And in a way. It is the next evolutionary step of where social media needs to mature (grow up). Because much of it mirrors the wild west days presently. Renaissance of self respect, self control (wisdom/disipline) and taking responsiblity / accountability for ones self.

[@MrOrthodox13]

James, is that a mullet? What do I tell my barber/stylist if I want to have that hairstyle? I'm inexperienced, help!

[@Daily_Learning007]

I’m deleting all social media for the foreseeable future, you have convinced me

[@paddybear6995]

Thanks James. You do give solid, reasonable advice and this should be seen by more. Eddie is tiresome and I get behind his point of eating more whole foods, but everyone is different. Depression is not simply diet, and eating 12 eggs in one sitting is not for everyone, unless you're a body builder. And his history of drug abuse, he disregards and calls out others who do what he did for well over a decade. You can enjoy a pizza here and there, but just have a sensible diet, exercise, and don't do steroids and we'll all be fine. Keep doing his good work as its massively helpful.

[@SteveBOWTELL-f4p]

Spot on James again,if someone is selling something they will do whatever it takes to achieve that.lts always been the case but social media has made it easier and more profitable to do.

[@sxhrgvs]

All very well said James. Great to see you spreading some good sense to the younger generation. Thank you 🙏

[@kamilrosinski2042]

I feel that there is a shift happening with people slowly stepping away from using social media. I deleted twitter, tiktok and facebook 2 months ago and I’ve stopped wasting so much time. I also completed 75hard recently which I highly recommend to get your mental clarity back on track.

[@brentwaid4397]

There’s an amazing saying that goes,” the road to hell is paved with good intentions” which goes with what you’re saying when people say, well Eddie is trying to save lives…work hard and treat your body well or it will be hard to work with later.

[@StroboPyrzy]

Well said man! This subject is well wanted and needed 👏

[@SistersForever-es4hc]

If James is an influencer then im happy to consume his content

[@Denmosocial]

People are gonna look back to the social media era and think of it like smoking

[@cosmic_kid2868]

Keep fighting James, you are a voice of reason in a time of insanity, don't ever stop.

[@ryanmack2647]

Great content as always, but feel like the production value hit another level. Great work James

[@Stoic-poker]

Brilliant video James the last year I have bounced around all the fad diets I feel even worse now then I did before , trying to follow your advice now with having a more balanced approach

[@daniellowebusiness]

This is incredible. Thank you for the most refreshing 12 minutes of KZbin I’ve seen in forever 👌🏼

[@alexoleary5300]

Yes mate. Nothing like a James Smith video to bring us all back to down to earth from all the ongoing nonsense and bullshit.

[@chrismason4224]

Take some creatine. Track your protein if you want. Track you daily calories. Lift weights. Track your progress. Make sure you are progressing in reps or weight. If not, switch it up. Create a workout plan that you look forward to. Deload every now and then. Get some rest. Drink lots of water. Eat a balanced diet. Have some chocolate if you want. Get that Big Mac if you want. Just don't waver on anything that came before it. Realize you're in it for the long run. Don't let anyone's opinion influence your plan. Stop alcohol if you can. Play outside like you did when you were 5. It's pretty damn simple.

[@chiganuggoo9929]

A massively depressing dose of tough love delved out in twelve minutes and thirty five seconds. Cheers as always James.

[@maxbuckland1309]

FACTSSSSS - started following James two years ago, he’s only getting better

[@justinlepage5133]

Unbelievable information. This is why you're the only person I watch! Thank you for passing your knowledge along!

[@scottyboy4335]

the face when he showed Hasbu was hilarious! Are your drinks highly processed? Yes I am a smart ass. 😀

[@BrandonDJx]

Finally someone else who also see's through the TikTok stars such as Eddie Abbew. Initially it was mostly likely just a channel to educate people to make better choices. But once they're enough people paying attention and a small following gathering up. They monetize every part of it and swiftly turn it into a business operation, feeding more and more into it to profit from it.

[@AnthonyRosbottom]

Good point about HR departments filtering out any applicant below University educational level. I grew up in Australia and my high school grades didn't equate to any qualifications in UK. Luckily I found an industry (video game development) that doesn't care about educational qualifications as long as you can do the work.

[@TheHealthyTeacher]

You're a legend man. This video was mint!

[@gordoncampbell4706]

Congrats James, really enjoying your commentary, sometimes funny, serious, entertaining, enlightening, provocative but always sincere. Cheers mate!

[@Tomiply]

0:00 Oh yes I do. I've always known that social media has made my life worse and full of anxiety. Problem is, I have so many friends from other countries on social media. I have dialed it back a ton though, and I feel much better because of it.

[@SaltPepperEconomics]

The point on online dating is fascinating. I met my girlfriend of over 1.5 years online but the funny thing is it was her first day on the app after getting out of a relationship three weeks earlier. And if it wasn’t for me sending her a rose (of which I had one a week) she admitted I wouldn’t have been matched with her. Precisely because of that superficial nature of the apps. Not to mention the insane emount of attention women get on those apps is overwhelming and easily causes decision paralysis, a common psychological effect where when we have too many options we are less likely to pick one, or any at all.

[@J276]

Glad you talk about this. I suffer with my body image and healthy eating and it caused me to be really strict on myself and I hated it. As I made my diet harder for myself, I struggled to stay focused on it. But after finding your channel, you made my progress easier and better. So thank you. Except for Eddie Abbew. He needs to wake up from the insults towards his people.

[@AReviewOfAnything]

Common sense explained eloquently. I really like this channel.

[@BigWasserDigital]

Burnt calories just trying to keep up with the camera changes 😂😂. Great stuff as always