6 Month Sober Mental Check In - Flycast Ep. 37

[@snickidy6947]

SIX MONTHS! Jesus time flies. we love sobeniac

[@VeryHandsomeAndTall]

My homies love niac

[@maxgarcia9829]

FACES - Mac Miller one of the best albums front to back

[@LyndonDykes64]

You know what I don't want to sound weird but Nick is so much better at keeping on topic and remembering what he is saying this episode. I know viewers tend to look at people under the microscope too much but I really feel like you can see he is in a clearer mind state than we have ever seen him in. I'm proud of the man.

[@blacklightvisuals9245]

It feels like just yesterday hitch was telling us on twitch that you had family issues and had to be away for a while. Time really flies

[@PaytPls]

Listening to the OpTic Podcast and rewatching the 90 day rejoining OpTic video literally made me cry, we love this man. He has always been my favorite and OpTic content wouldn't be the same with out him. Thanks Niac

[@konvexity7846]

Yo maniac. One of the main causes of anxiety is thinking about bad shit happening in the future. Literally stop doing that and you’ll feel better. I suffer from anxiety and I just catch myself thinking about bills and shit. I have to force my mind to ignore it and think about a good memory I have. Helps every time.

[@jesuscarrillo8890]

What I hate about anxiety is the physical symptoms, they get so annoying and cause me to think negative thoughts. I am getting better at ignoring them though. The dizziness and chest pain/ heart palpitations is what sucks the most IMO

[@xOriginalFlux]

What Nick is talking about is all mindset… You can release endorphins by working out or even just hearing about good news.. Example: Someone in your family has cancer for many months/years, you see them struggling and you get all depressed, days go by and one day you get a call that they beat cancer, your mindset instantly changes and you feel happy and relieved, this is an extreme example, but that’s all it is.. You gotta be willing to be happy no matter who you are, gotta always have a positive outlook in things because even when everything is negative you can find something positive.. Your mind is an incredible thing. Just work on your mindset and you’ll be at peace. Love how open y’all are! Keep up the work Hitch & Nick, keep it up man, you’re on the right path, and I know great things will come for both of y’all! Cheers

[@natanis1464]

“I got dude neck, I give neck to my dudes.” Hitch, 2021

[@aGoodBlunt]

I’ve had a pretty shitty 21’, sadly. 18’ is when I graduated though I had an alright year… life’s been a ride this year more than ever and all I’ve tried to do is keep my head held high but it’s hard… don’t mind me I’m just vibing with the podcast. I’ve needed a lot of uplifting and comfort videos as of late and these have always been warming. Take care everyone stay safe and you are always loved or appreciated by someone. ❤️

[@justkally_]

The way you talk about the anxiousness etc sounds like you're catastrophizing - might not be a bad thing to go to therapy just to talk through those feelings and learn some mindfulness techniques to combat it :). You got this, Nick!

[@VeryHandsomeAndTall]

All my homies LOVES NIAC

[@justkally_]

@@VeryHandsomeAndTall Fax only!

[@nvestnself7462]

Man 6 months brother. Good stuff! Keep going at it! I'm almost 2 years sober now and I couldn't be happier. I remember the first year I would get big thoughts about taking again, just like how you explained. Bro you got it homie, keep doing you

[@mickguadagnoli8779]

I've tasted sobriety here and there. It never lasts. Wish it did

[@nvestnself7462]

@@mickguadagnoli8779 the main thing is you tried. Its always easier the next time

[@RickyBobby267]

These check ins help me keep on the right track too. Thanks for being so open Maniac & Hitch!

[@VictorTorres-fi7mu]

Damn Maniac lookin swole in this. Good shit

[@bobprod6302]

fr he lookin like hes goin hard on health respect

[@j_anders]

Nothing but love for both these guys, not everything is smooth sailing just be sure to sit back and take a minute to recognize when you're in the good times

[@Noskii]

We all so proud of you Nick. 💙

[@CillianMurphy1993]

6 months strong already goat, one day at a time. You're not the only one who thinks about slipping up, dont forget to reach out and find a meeting if it's getting to you, you ain't on your own in this 💚

[@XKavinatorX]

I’m just going to add a bunch of my favourite albums of all time. Dark Side of the Moon - Pink Floyd Rumours - Fleetwood Mac Crime of the Century - Supertramp Time on Earth - Crowded House The Seldom Seen Kid - Elbow Damn - Kendrick Lamar A Rush of Blood to the Head - Coldplay Immersion - Pendulum Reggatta de Blanc - The Police Tourist History - Two Door Cinema Club There’s many more but those are a bunch I thought of straight away

[@lewisadamajtis9636]

Nick was definitely actually thinking of Purple Haze, but misremembered the opening. Hitch got me onto Hitch A Ride recently!!! Listen to Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division

[@HiTechRedneck]

You know it’s a good day when a new Flycast episode drops 🔥 I’ve gotten really into Breaking Benjamin in the last 6 months or so, I knew their more popular songs (like Diary of Jane, Blow Me Away, etc) but ended up just making a playlist with pretty much their entire discography. Albums of theirs I really like are Dear Agony, Dark Before Dawn, and Ember. I really like Aurora too, but that’s mostly a compilation of acoustic versions of songs from other albums

[@aoverhol1028]

Nick I can relate to you. Been sober for 3.5 years now and always have anxiety. Therapy helped me a bit (went for 5 years). It helps you realize the thoughts aren’t real and it’s your head just fucking with you. Also, not to push medication, but recently Buspar has been very helpful for me. Keep fighting, it’s worth it

[@Stophidinginthecomments]

Claire weekes on anxiety is a godsend. Accepting anxiety is the best thing for your anxiety

[@wonder5167]

Albums to listen to: Welcome Home- Aries The Fall of Hobo Johnson- Hobo Johnson A Real Good Kid- Mike Posner Yesterday’s Tomorrow- Harry Hudson GSP- Jon Bellion

[@splashjayy]

yall been recording these flycasts since mj was scoring champ and we're only on episode 37 big legendary

[@krispyquam5713]

bro😂

[@gamingwithrocco365]

I've been right where your at. Used to use amphetamines and opiates. Craving will go away with time and video games will get fun again. Just have to be patient and give it time. Could take years.

[@IHezeH]

for hitch - (rap) - BEXEY - A Whole Lotta Magic...... its on YT only, enjoy :)

[@BoredWithTheBoys]

Need another podcast on the Optic Network?? We have been trying to grind it out, Optic/TST/Niac all been huge inspirations!

[@scottcaron5167]

Hell yeah!

[@TheFoodDevourer]

SobeNiac lookin' swole! 6 months clean time has your health back on track, glad to see brother.

[@predictingthefuture1]

I’ve already liked it before I watched a second of the video because I know this will be 🔥

[@clarityow7318]

the end of the video where maniac talks about needing therapy and dealing with the feeling of expecting the next turn in life hit hard

[@jacobknox2783]

Your guys podcast are so nostalgic sometimes it literally brings tears to my eyes lol

[@ilyRandle]

i know exactly what you guys are talking about because i go through the same thing. maybe we're always for something bad to happen because thats what has happen in the past? maybe we just need to let go and push through. i think the downs in life are like check ups on our mental to see if we're still willing to pick up ourselves up to go at it again, idk man.

[@gerbra11]

It’s crazy how in videos nick would look gone af now he’s vibe is hype good shit bro keep it up

[@cwEire]

Didn't realize these were songs by Boston, great album! Would recommend listening to Psychodrama by Dave :)

[@zaeemsidd]

Proud of you, Maniac.

[@TheBearo88]

Awesome podcast congratulations to you both especially SobeNiaC for continuing to fight the disease of addiction!!!

[@bunszheider376]

Destiny, The Taken King DLC was one of the best DLC launches for the game. Hearing you guys talk about it is pretty awesome.

[@azreal8169]

" Maybe I do need therapy " ... I literally just talked to my mom about that. I literally just cried laughing from hearing Nick say that

[@AMA2much]

Man you’ve been fuckin killing it since being sober. Keep it up man, love.

[@KookieGee]

Friday night lights mixtape-J.Cole is a classic! Great ep. time sure as hell flys by 👏🏽.

[@MisterIsme]

Flycast Radio. Hitch and Niac with random guests. Everyone listens to a particular record and then discusses on the podcast

[@sweeptheleg3097]

Been patiently waiting for the homies to make this thanks guys

[@willisisawesome]

LFG! Been wondering when we were getting another flycast. Congrats on the 6 months SwoleNaic.

[@theaveragejoeshow8622]

100% know the feeling, thanks for sharing Maniac

[@kiefanning9265]

Flycast Album Club: 1. Pink Floyd - DSOM 2. The Verve - Urban Hymths 3. Oasis - Definitely Maybe 4. The Police - Regatta De Blanc 5. Stone Temple Pilots - Core 6. Pearl Jam - Ten 7. Van Halen - Van Halen 1 8. Two Door Cinema Club - Tourist History 9. Coldplay - Viva La Vida (Trust me on this one 😅) 10. U2 - The Joshua Tree

[@SeizingSheldon]

For you info I 90 is still under construction. Gotta love chicago suburbs

[@TheGebs24]

Gratz for your endurance mate. Keep at it

[@henzobean]

It's crazy to think you guys were on one when shooting those early episodes. Like i would watch as a innocent freshman in highschool. Damm

[@ajhedler3014]

Bruh Maniac is gonna be massive , that boy working hard 💪🏻 respect keep grinding bro you’re inspiring 💯

[@CatBaconGaming]

We all support you Maniac! Great job my brother!

[@work4whatyouwant477]

"I got that dude neck. I give neck to my dudes" Bro what lmao

[@LukeCala516]

Any Bob Marley, calms the anxiety

[@zachgilliam1318]

Album: Make Yourself Artist: Incubus

[@Wyatt.M.]

Album: Connected and Respected - E40 and B-Legit

[@strawhateli23]

FLYCAST. THIS IS WHAT I NEEDED🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Kasper1111]

Yessssirrrrr love that you guys are gonna be more consistent

[@hydroflame3965]

I love this album club thing ALWAYS looking for new albums THANK YOU! 😂

[@boomerjones7013]

Album Recommendations For the Week: Rap, Richie Branson, From the Underground to the Stars Metal, Metallica, One Rock, Eagles, Eagles Alternative Rock, The Offspring, Americana A few good albums from some different genres.

[@lukesanchez6860]

if you got every week, u gotta toss this up on spotify

[@Junandos]

Going to have this on during the games 👍

[@TonyStrongman]

Guys! Listen to each other... I feel I know you do anyway... but... Niac get therapy or something to help with your thoughts, shit, stick to the Flycast schedule you guys talked about I bet that will help immensely. Hitch - "You're the missing piece" This should put you in a better place too. Niac is a mate, you guys have so much of the magic sauce that makes for great friends and inspire each other. The world isn't ready for what you guys could do on collabs. Right, I'm off to listen to Boston - Boston, that album came out the year I was born!

[@rileyjdrippy]

Overthinking situations that are never going to happen is a struggle.

[@UnderAgeGamer]

I like how Flamesword and Pamaj are still in the description

[@shawnpellingra]

Glad your sober brother……………been there. One day at a time.

[@yummybong148]

Billy Talents First Album was really good listened to it not too long ago brought back some highschool skater vibes

[@Hinds_5]

I will definitely be participating in the album club. Love that idea!!

[@universalg119]

Bruh these help me so much with wanting to take addy. Thank you maniac!

[@JamesSmit]

The strokes the new abnormal came out last year and one of my favorite albums

[@motorboatski]

Gone Baby, Gone - Stalley - You're welcome bois

[@alfredobarajas5852]

Kings of Leon, almost any song of theirs is amazing

[@Frescafre]

Album book club sounds fire!! I like that idea 👌🏻

[@stuartnickolas503]

Yo Nick you're doin a great job with your health & life fam you're looking great, independent & someone to look up to. No need to relapse. 🖤🖤

[@Tropicool]

MF DOOM is the KING of holo-rhymes

[@AdieCraft]

The album you should listen to: ‘Is this it?’ By The Strokes.

[@whitegenome22]

Love these real deal talks

[@dylandevison808]

Rumours by Fleetwood Mac - every song is a banger and worth listening to. Much love fellas

[@zaratiico2632]

you guys should listen to "In Return" or "A Moment Apart" by ODESZA

[@freakingtrentkiller]

Vouch 100%

[@human9314]

love you guys. you make alot of us happy

[@B0H0]

Can anyone help me find that 2v2 rap battle Hitch mentioned? That line was killer, gotta hear the rest

[@zilixian]

Thesaurus and Illmaculate vs Hom and Piff James( i think) is that 2v2 hitch referenced at 17:00 they bodied it lol

[@Jf8man]

Dream Theater. Train Of Thought. This is all you need.

[@zuadmd]

Flycast fans are Fanatical in their devotion

[@patzecake]

HOMESICK by A day to Remember ❤️‍🔥

[@MrTunafished]

Its so good to hear y'all talking about your mental and emotional shit and serve as a role model for emotional intelligence for your fans. As we've gotten older along with you and hitch its great to hear you on your grow man shit. I just landed my first job out of college and it's fuckin hitting me how far we've come from watching vision or getting introduced to baby boy braedon. bth

[@vibe0ne10]

red hot chili peppers - calfornication...whole album hits

[@luiscruz8753]

Loaded, surf, hallow & daylyt the goats!

[@junkyarddwj3842]

Dave - we are all in this together

[@chipechipedy6234]

Pump that into my veins, needed this

[@itsnoya5520]

Isaiah Rashad - Cilvia demo amazing album fav album of all time

[@AusGoss]

The strange Dutch angle like on the camera made me anxious every time the camera shook.

[@SkynetMotion]

full albums to listen to: superunknown by soundgarden, and morning view by incubus

[@DeFySniping]

It makes me sad knowing how close and how good of friends Seth and Ian were... and now they’re like not even friends. It sucks...

[@Newdogg317]

Its the OG music for me ✊🏻

[@SxpremeXO]

"NiaC - 53:25 "where the fuck are you finding these games?!" LMAOOOO, that's so true. People put the most random games in Twitch chat that they've found ion the depths of Steam. Great episode again lads. Loved the updates. Keep it up!

[@BigTuckTV]

You should look into getting a nice Vinyl player. It sounds super dope, you can collect vinyls, enjoy listening, and it's super fun to goto vinyl stores and hunt for albums you might like. I think it's a hobby you might enjoy! Just a thought haha. Best wishes my dudes.

[@exelentJsR]

listen to the strokes- the new abnormal

[@5thgen691]

" I give neck to my dudes " - Hitch

[@sweeptheleg3097]

Vacation In Hell - Flatbush Zombies This album is full of bangers and I think you guys might fux wit since you guys used to partake in the chiefing of the devils lettuce

[@weirddingus4620]

I've never loved a game, except for Backyard Baseball / Football when I was 8 and 9 yrs old. Everything else was always boring after an hour.

[@BillV3]

Keep up the great work Nick!

[@aqua_ofs]

Also six months sober, anyone else in the same boat just remember u don’t need anything cept a j an a coffe