Jaackmaate: The Untold Story Of My Battle With Health Anxiety & OCD | E127

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

This a side of Jack I would have never expected to see but I’m so grateful for his honesty 🙏🏽 thank you Jack for being so open Hit like and subscribe for a new episode every Monday and Thursday, appreciate you all x

[@MancEntrepreneur]

Two Bellends... 😂 Just kidding, great convo, huge fans of you both and great to see such a great vulnerable conversation. Two of the best podcasters in the game!

[@stewkelsall]

The Diary Of A CEO another great podcast mate. Jack was a great guest and I relate to his struggles. Keep up the great work, you’re a very inspiring guy.

[@allyferguson2339]

Fantastic interview

[@tribegoldie4282]

I watch less Joe Rogan than I used to watch... hope this helps your decision Steve

[@ethanjoyce_]

🤍❤️‍🩹🤘🏼❤️‍🔥👑🐐

[@jaack]

Thank you so much for having me on your brilliant podcast Steve. You’re a gent. X

[@sineadkearney1635]

I wish to find someone who talks about me how you talk about Fi Jack🥺 absolutely heartwarming. Wishing you both the happiest of futures as a married couple.

[@dr.vincewong]

@JaackMaate tbh I haven’t heard of you before this podcast but thoroughly enjoyed it. Especially liked how open you were about your mental health journey. I’m sure sharing your perspective is helping others!

[@barneychislett2818]

As a major sufferer of health anxiety myself, I've always majorly appreciated Jack talking about his health anxiety. It's always been so relieving to hear someone talk who just gets it. Obviously never had a conversation but it's nice to know there are others out there who experience the same problems. Cheers Jack x

[@TakeBackYourMind997]

Jack I've suffered with a lot of the anxieties you spoke about here, I would seriously recommend reading Staring At the Sun by Irvin Yalom. It taught me so much and changed my life in quite a big way.

[@rizxy8424]

I honestly thought I was the only one struggling with these anxiety's so thank you for speaking about them

[@kyracl7318]

I love the focus on mental health in these episodes. So many people feel alone, hearing people like Jack will help so many people!

[@thesilverphist6483]

tirggered me right up . still struggling

[@MorganScottBedheadsBeachdays]

I suffer with health anxiety. I convince myself a good 15 times a day that i’m having a heart attack, so it was really nice hearing Jack talking about this so openly. It’s something i’ve struggled with for years. Thank you.

[@fuz721]

Same here Morgan, it’s crippling ☹️😪 kind of thought I was alone on this too so definitely ‘comforting’ I think is the word to use that other people are similar. Hope to god we get a hold of this one day 😣 my worst habit……Googling symptoms 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 do not Google symptoms haha!

[@craigford2092]

same bud, exact same issue. terrifying for me. agree with above too, googling symptoms is the absolute worst thing i've done. equally like Jaack says, i'm scared to go and get seen to, because i'm scared to find anything wrong. all in this together guys, much love.

[@MorganScottBedheadsBeachdays]

i’m the opposite, i’m always calling 111 and going to the doctors and then when they tell me nothings wrong and it’s just anxiety, i don’t believe them and i panic even more…. a vicious circle

[@liamruiz850]

Same man, I convince myself there's something wrong with me everyday, it sucks.

[@NORTH33]

I’m the same with the heart thing !!!

[@visionblurry1232]

Going through a severe dip of Health OCD right now, I'm convinced I'm going to die pretty much every day, seizure, stroke, brain tumor, anything that will kill you that's basically what I'm thinking everyday. I'm getting panic attacks nearly everyday if not I'm extremely on edge. I'm checking my head constantly for dips or lumps ( even though all our heads have dips and lumps) The impending doom is the worst feeling ever, I've had the impending doom since I was a child. I had a panic attack at the age of 8 in London on new years. At the time I had no idea what it was, all I knew was that I felt absolutely terrified like I was going to die, I went cold like nothing would ever be okay again. Just knowing that I'm not alone in this is comforting, trying not to freak out right now. But thank you for this Jack, it's nice to know I'm not going crazy. ❤️

[@tigrasmith_28]

I suffer with health anxiety too and it's so draining. Mine started because of a panic attack when I was 13 or 14 (I'm 20 now), I had no idea what was happening & genuinely thought I was going to die. It's terrifying. Hope you're doing alright mate 💛

[@racheljervis1119]

I struggled with this a lot in my 30's, I went to bed every night thinking I wouldn't wake up, really believing it. I understand the fear of night, the sheer panic. The honesty in this video is truly inspiring.

[@LucyGem98]

Never thought I’d see Jackmate on this channel, but incredibly insightful. I had no idea he struggled with these things. Just goes to show we never truly know what people are going through💕

[@R_W103]

Why did you never think you’d see him on this channel?

[@LucyGem98]

@@R_W103 Just not the type of thing I thought he would do. This channel is pretty deep

[@alfiefox18]

Great to see Jack talk about his OCD/Health Anxiety. I’ve suffered from the same thing since I was 16. I was then diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin Lymphoma in 2019. When Jack said ‘If I get diagnosed with something, that will be the end for me’, I want him to know it’s not the end. It was my biggest fear in the world but when it comes true your mindset changes and it becomes a new normal. Don’t get me wrong it’s very fucking scary but I’m living a normal life now (thankfully 2 years in remission). My health anxiety is no better or worse than before cancer. Fear is fear. I hope if he sees this, it isn’t triggering!

[@aaronmanning6649]

Congratulations. Glad you came through it all ❤

[@Truerealism747]

There's a lot no with OCD and this and rhumatiid arthritis and ms my mum has ms my uncle had hidgkinsons my nan had rhumatiid ll6 gene glad your doing ok

[@IndieBassJA26]

Wow, you’re a warrior. Truly. Hope you’re well and kicking!!!!

[@27alelin]

Stumbled across this comment and felt very touched. Good on you for kicking cancer's a** mate!!

[@alfiefox18]

@@27alelin thanks mate! 5 years in remission soon!

[@CallumTheCarnivore]

As someone with health anxiety who also convicnces themselves of having cancer, this was good to hear from someone else and their perspective on it. Currently going through a bad spell of HA, this week alone I have convinced myself of having a brain tumor, stomach cancer, ulcerative colon, throat/nasal cancer, ALS/MS and much more. Wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Hope this ends at somepoint.

[@stevanmilenkovic8843]

how long you have that fear of cancer?

[@CallumTheCarnivore]

@@stevanmilenkovic8843 About 10 years

[@stevanmilenkovic8843]

@@CallumTheCarnivore are you geting stressed about that? Am geting fear when i get stress ill get cancer as a produc of that stress and sweat a bit...you?

[@CallumTheCarnivore]

@@stevanmilenkovic8843 defo

[@stevanmilenkovic8843]

@@CallumTheCarnivore am sorry idk what defo means can you explain me? Would be gratefull am going true this like fee months...and do you get sore eyes from stress?

[@faleshsahu6676]

I had been suffering through anxiety and 4-5 OCDs for last 5-6 years around. Whenever I tried to spoke and discuss about this with my mum and friends they always mocked me and i never tried again. Even I realised that i was suffering through these things 1 year ago.And before that i thought it was natural and i lived with it and suffered everyday. It feels really good when I see other people who had gone through and made it. It gives a relief and hope that i will make it soon. And today after a lot of mental traumas and even anxiety attacks i am almost 90% recovered. Anyone out there who is going through this believe in yourself and know that you can make it. And also a great thanks to you for bringing up this video. It was really helpful. Again thanks a lot ♥️

[@niall6960]

Hi, how did you recover?

[@evieb5812]

As somebody who has struggled with health anxiety for 5 years now, hearing Jack talk about it so openly was very refreshing. It helps greatly to know that I'm not the only one who always thinks they're on the brink of death because the majority of the time it can feel SO lonely and terrifying. Even the sleep part was relatable to me. Everybody with health anxiety is so unbelievably strong and I commend them for fighting through.

[@BurnItUpp2009]

The way Jack talks about Fiona 🥺❤️ I had no idea how much health anxiety and OCD effects Jack. I got choked up a few times throughout this video. Very powerful stuff.

[@yasminevip3935]

I don't see a lot of people talk about health anxiety. That's why the experience of having it can feel so isolating and lonely. I'm so glad I came across this video. I can relate to almost every word he said. Thank you for sharing your experience 🙏 sending prayers your way

[@stelamackovic837]

I suffer from health anxiety and I convince myself every single day that every little pain I feel, every time I feel tired or a bit off it's because I have cancer or some other serious disease. I google my symptoms every single day, whatever they may be, and that just makes it worse. I resonate so much with what Jack has said here and how a diagnosis would be the end for him, it's exactly how I feel. But hearing this and reading so many other people in the comments going through the exact same thing makes me feel so much better, just knowing I'm not alone in this. Hang in there guys, we can get help and we will get better.

[@Moxhification]

Jack talking about health anxiety almost brings me down from thinking about it so much. This episode makes me remember it's all in my head. WIthout this episode I'm not sure where I'd be.

[@MarieClaresWorld]

As someone who has health anxiety, it's nice to hear it being talked about. So thank you!

[@willhopley]

Man, this was so interesting to watch and my respect for Jack has gone through the roof. For anyone who suffers from anxiety and depression, his honesty and openness is so admirable to hear.

[@jh2419]

Two lovely young men talking honestly and openly. My son has chronic OCD and it is good to hear there is hope.

[@CDolan1986]

Big respect to Jack for this Podcast. Likewise, my Health Anxiety & OCD absolutely cripple me. It’s always nice to feel like you’re not always alone in those thoughts.

[@queenofcamp832]

My boyfriend struggles with health anxiety, and it's truly horrible to watch him deal with it. Conversations like this are so important.

[@ScottPC]

Get him to listen to this. Helped me to hear it in others words/views.

[@Megan_Jennifer]

I suffered from health anxiety for years. Still do mildly! But it ruined my life for a while and actually made me sick. But I just want everyone to know I overcame the anxiety and the sickness it caused! ❤

[@HexenHype]

how you overcome that?

[@Megan_Jennifer]

@@HexenHypenervous system regulation, shifting beliefs, thoughts, realising where the fear began and why… lots of things!

[@Mcflirts]

May I ask what you shifted beliefs to? Right now I just don't seeeee a logical belief but I want one so badly

[@Megan_Jennifer]

@@McflirtsI began to uncover exactly what my fear was. Then I spoke to that anxious part of myself as if I was parenting it! Trying to find rational thoughts and beliefs instead. 95% of our thoughts and actions are subconscious, so I knew the anxiety was on autopilot. I took the time to calm that part of me down by rationally thinking about the worst case scenario and asking myself how likely is that to actually happen! Things like that

[@eleanor5585]

@@Megan_Jenniferthat's no mean feat!! Takes guts and strength! ❤❤❤

[@BorM756]

I've never comented on a KZbin video before but this one was just so beautiful and genuine and so honest that I simply have to acknowledge it. I even shed a tear twice. The honesty, openness and vulnerability of you two is just captivating and beautiful. I mean you've had some big names on your podcast Steven but from the episodes that I've seen this one is by far my favourite. Keep up the good work. Regards, Bor

[@evealexandra4367]

Not even half way through and already one of my favourite podcast episodes ever. Heartbreaking in many ways but without a “pity me” tone. Just honest, relatable and inspiring💙

[@simonmerkle6708]

The part about Jacks struggles with health anxiety and ocd really made realized that I‘m not alone with these types of mental struggles. It‘s great to talk about it and make it less of a stigma/tabu topic

[@jimmiferfreddette8583]

I have ocd and health anxiety. He described it perfectly. I’m fully functioning and successfully but when it’s bad the entire day is a grind. It feels so good hearing someone else speak about it.

[@call-me-dezz]

Being a sufferer of health anxiety myself I really relate with the exhausting, overwhelming feelings that the anxiety brings.

[@swiminthesea6724]

I used to have strange OCD rituals and a kid/teen. Licking the toilet seat or my family will die, couldn’t have zips on cushions or labels facing me. The less and less contact I had with my abusive parents and the more I vocalise to my husband/friends what I have been through, these strange habits melted away. Literally gone over the years. Plus reading a shit load of psychology and philosophy books. Jung, Angelou, Women who run with the wolves. This made me remember all that so thanks 😊 all the growth is worth it for my three daughters. Hopefully hand down some wisdom and self worth ❤

[@comfinity]

Best interview yet, I don't often comment but I've followed Jaackmaate from the start and this is the most down to earth interview and spoken he's been! Massive respect to him!

[@notzoebuckley]

This was an incredible conversation, i resonate so much with the health anxiety section and i’ve never heard anyone explain it so well, this overwhelming fear and absolute belief … yet still being too fearful to be checked for the exact reason of if it’s true, that’s it. Death anxiety is a massive struggle too and definitely something that isn’t discussed enough…very, very important podcast here

[@cambo338]

The section on health anxiety and OCD really resonates with me. I was diagnosed with OCD at 12 years old and they told me nothing about it. I've learnt a lot over the past 10 years about it but I've not found many people who have it or experience similar things to myself. I've been that guy desperately wanting friends to stay, wanting another drink, not wanting to go to bed, because my thoughts can be so frustrating and repetitive and horrible. I've never found anyone who also obsessed over not just time, but sunrise and sunset. The panic and anxiety of knowing the sun will rise but your brain won't shut up. Thank you so much for this episode. I've followed Jack's work for a long time and this has really helped.

[@MrUmpalumpa99]

Love coming back to these podcasts and listening to people say ‘ I want to do this in the future’ and it happening. Jack said he wants to do a tour and he is currently on his second one. He also said he wants a better studio and they’ve also smashed that. Well done boss

[@charleyjaiuk]

Jack is such a legend for ALL of the right reasons! A huge salute to him for being so candid.

[@kaiiids815]

Thank you Jack. I have health anxiety and OCD that’s directly related. I see a therapist and a psychiatrist regularly. And I COMPLETELY relate to not wanting that confirmation that something *could actually* happen or be diagnosed. It’s a debilitating disease. I hope you can get relief someday soon ❤

[@TheFBATruth]

Definitely my favourite podcast to date. I’ve never really followed ‘that’ side of KZbin, and just from clips I’ve seen I didn’t really take to Jack. This podcast though, wow. Loved how open he was, I related so so much with the anxiety he suffers from, and when he said about having the gig to host at West Ham and the interaction with his mrs resonated so much. He genuinely deserves all his success. Great work again Steven.

[@jaack]

💛

[@jennyfraser-nash5923]

I found this very moving because I’ve been through the health anxiety issues, and really want people to know that you can recover from this. Jack, counselling and sertraline will help your anxiety massively, I’m much older than you and can assure you it doesn’t have to be this way. Face the fear Jack and it will lessen.

[@Frewdy]

Been watching Jaack since 2011, back when he used to slag off Cher Lloyd for a living. Basically grown up with his channel throughout my teen years. Mental to see how far he has come. Looking forward to this one

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Let me know what you think! 🙌🏽

[@Frewdy]

@@TheDiaryOfACEO Brilliant ep. Loved seeing the side of him that I dont usually get to see on Happy Hour and in the youtube videos.

[@peakips]

For real man I really wish he didn’t delete all his proper old vids, I started watching in like 2012 or something with the old picture wall and that, even his Jack Camera channel, really grew up with him

[@tamasnogradi1332]

It’s a pity I found this video so late, but to everyone who’s suffering from this, you are not alone. So many people has the same or even more fucked up mindset about this, including me, and it is completely fine. Don’t fight it, try to learn and accept the fact that okay, this is me, it is a part of me. When it comes, get yourself tested, I know you are afraid of the results you get, but this is the only thing which is going to help. Think about panic attacks. So many people think that when you have a panic attack, there is no escape, you can’t survive it. Why does it reoccur then? 99% of the thoughts which are in your brain constantly racing about this are made up, this is why it’s called a disease. Time is the most valuable thing on this planet, don’t waste it like this. There is cure, which your own mind holds. Nothing but love to you, hope this message and podcast could help some people find peace again.❤

[@jackbrown6767]

Thank you for this episode. As someone who suffers greatly with OCD, this podcast was a really insightful and helpful watch. It’s a debilitating disorder. I wouldn’t wish it upon anyone. Shout out to anyone out there battling with OCD. 🙏🏻

[@lizzie221b_]

Jack is absolutely brilliant , I hope this brings more attention to his channel and his openness is so refreshing

[@ThisBrownGeek]

Sat here in hospital right now, listened to this episode. It’s almost 5am. Man I can relate to so much on here. Wishing you all good health.

[@Nellesaurus]

I started tearing up when Steven asked the question "how do you really feel?" at the end. You can tell that it meant a lot to Jack to be asked this so sincerely in a space where only a few moments earlier had been so vulvnerably honest about his mental health struggles. I imagine when your world of work is very playful, silly and not so serious, you rarely have these questions asked with such sincerity. I really hope that him opening up in such a public space has lifted a weight off his shoulders that allows him to make further steps to a less anxious mind. What a guy

[@weskerghost1]

Just sitting in tears while listening to this 2019 when my health anxiety hit man. I still do think I've got cancer. I never went back to the doctors after my blood check up and still won't go near the doctors... I think health anxiety works the same way as my symptoms like you.

[@JansViews]

OMG! I’m so glad I clicked on this video. I also have health anxiety. I have never heard anyone talking about it before. Thanks so much!

[@lilyyoung1246]

Thank you Jaackmaate for being so open and honest. I too suffer from OCD and have done since I’ve been 9 years old. It’s a difficult condition to talk about. It’s always portrayed as been tidy or clean, but the real disorder is debilitating. Thank you for using your platform to bring awareness. It is refreshing to hear. Glad you are doing well 👍

[@cameronhyde573]

Always love these podcasts! Absolutely loved the bit around imposter syndrome when you said “you bought the white board”. Really important to take a step back and understand the actions you have done along the way. Great stuff!

[@guccicles]

I feel like really bad health anxiety like this is often dismissed by so many people, even health professionals. I have suffered from it myself for many years now (ever since nearly dying of Meningitis at age 16), and Ive always felt like friends, family etc are so dismissive of it, and I just cant express how ... oddly relieving it is to hear someone like Jack open up about similar thoughts, makes me feel like less of a crazy person

[@fundisto1033]

So good to see Jackmaate on here. I found out about him when he was making videos slagging off Jeremy Lynch, only to see he's been having such a personal battle for years. We all need a bit more kindness. Great job again Steve 🙏🏾

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thanks for listening 🙏🏽

[@kieransharpen8546]

Lets be honest slagging off Jeremy Lynch isn't a bad thing. The guy is a helmet

[@laurareid9048]

There is something so so powerful about 2 brilliant men speaking honestly & profoundly about mental health and life. This podcast is the best around

[@brialeydavey3990]

Seeing both of my favourite podcasters come together is perfect, Jack deserves all of his success his podcasts bring me so much happiness and gets me through my job working as a cleaner❤️

[@sarahjk9844]

What a podcast! I've been a suscriber of Jacks for years. It's really fantastic to hear about his journey and how far he has come. I'm looking forward to seeing how Jack continues to grow and evolve and will continue to support him regardless!

[@ClayDisarray]

Fascinating insight into Jack's life and how hard it is to come to terms with a less-than-perfect childhood. Completely relatable to many of us, I'm sure. Nice one, Jack!

[@barneylowe129]

When I was a lot younger I remember Jaackmaates 25 things everybody hates. It was around the time of the whole LAD bible time when they used to do the whole “Saturday night lad speech” status. It was an important time in the shift of content online especially for young men. I can see why it’s hard for him due to the shift in society and blurred lines between banter/comedy/insulting. Jack is a very important part of a lot of lads growing up in the UK and should be proud of that.

[@dorianapplegreen2436]

I appreciate Jack for being transparent. Much respect! I can relate.

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thanks for sharing Dorian!

[@Monztxr]

I never thought I’d hear someone extensively explain the same health anxiety I’ve experienced for the last 20 years. For anyone that’s interested this is my story: I was just turning 11, first year in secondary school when I felt and could see a lump in the downstairs area. This was 2004/5 when Lance Armstrong’s cancer recovery was being well documented and them ‘Livestrong’ bands were the rave around school. Slogans on them saying things like ‘Check your tackle’. Similar to Jack, I ignored it and carried on through school, college, work and so on. I also played mind games with myself, where for example I would look at a digital clock, and if it said 10:45 I’d turn away, in my head say ‘If it’s 10:46 I have cancer’ and then look back at it. I’d then turn away again and in my head say ‘If it’s 10:46 I don’t have cancer’ and this would be repeated until I found out the ‘truth’. Strangely when it landed on ‘don’t have cancer’ it made me feel a relief, almost like I had defeated it. Any slight change to my body I’d tell myself it was cancer, for example I had a spot underneath my left pec, which I convinced myself was cancer. It disappeared weeks later. Same with a term of coughing or feeling unwell, I’d tell myself it was my body deteriorating. Anyway, I’m now 30 years old, have 2 children, never felt healthier (despite being a type 1 diabetic from 18months old) but still fight the demons Jack is taking about. Thank you if you read all of this 👍🏻

[@Benslife96]

I really like jack . Met him on a night out and hes the most down to earth person youll ever meet !! I didnt feel like i was meeting a big person online at all .... kinda just felt like i bumped into someone at a bar and started chatting about anything with him .... hes a good bloke :)

[@mcnegro7]

6:27 oh my friggin word! What you just said about keeping boundaries with family members and protecting oneself, and getting "sucked back in"totally resonates with me. That really hit me deep!

[@cristalallen8826]

This was great, really appreciate the openness and vulnerability Jack showed. This will help a lot of people

[@baelix21]

It’s so nice to hear that other people have had similar home life experiences to me because oftentimes you feel so alone. So glad that there are people I can relate to and not just on a superficial level

[@shikastormcrow6224]

It's not embarrassing at all that prayer that Jack says. Never feel embarrassed about a prayer. Thank you for being so open and honest. I'm really health conscious and get very anxious over health issues, worrying endlessly over trying to be healthy or hoping life threatening illnesses are something I don't have to experience or my family/loved ones, and pray each and every day anyone who has faced cancer or anything similar finds peace. Not just themselves but their loved ones. I always pray for miracles and cures each and every day. Anyone reading this, hope you find your way, find peace and happiness living your best life

[@advancedbasicsAB]

loved this, the raw honesty and self awareness is heart warming and reassuring. thanks both for the amazing content

[@Samxronn]

This is the first time I've heard someone talk about health anxiety so helpful to hear this for so many.

[@jemyildirim9945]

Jack's honesty is commendable, and if I'm honest I'm surprised how much I liked him in this (and that's coming from a fan). This conversation seems especially natural and insightful- and learning about Jack's thought processes and upbringing was honest and humbling. Great episode, thanks Steve.

[@BassRebels]

Another great conversation that will help so many ❤

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thanks for listening 🙏🏽

[@thecrystalcollectiveuk2856]

That is me. The health anxiety completely resonated. You literally described me. It's hard. Even with therapy it's tough. Thank you for being so raw about such a debilitating mental illness

[@FrenzyWalker]

Just 2 bellends in a kitchen. On a serious note, another briiliant episode and a sick insight to Jaacks story. Deserves all the success he has :)

[@markasplinhq]

Hey Steven & @Jaackmate, The health anxiety chat really resonated with me, I have suffered with exactly the same as you Jack since 2008... Its highly highly debilitating and a very niche area of anxiety in the sense, if you have a fear of needles you can avoid situations without needles but with HA there are constant triggers every single minute of every single day, you find your mind is just bombarded with thoughts. Here is a bit of advice for anyone that suffers the same... I have had everything from counselling (many times) tablets, hypnotherapy... you name it, Ive had it, the things that have super helped me are.... and some are normal and some a bit weird.... Firstly stop any form of googling symptoms (literally the worst), secondly it takes a huge brain effort but when you have a thought is to actually sit with it for a bit, at first its truly uncomfortable but over time the brain learns to counter your thoughts. Next up, look at your behaviours that you think are helping and do exactly the opposite, our brain instantly wants to go to its comfort zone and the more you fight against that the more your mind can cope. Lastly and this is a weird one but actually weirdly helped me was I started watching TED TALKS about death and people who work with people who are close to death and surprisingly I found it strangely reassuring! Our biggest fear is not actually getting ill or dying, its going too soon and being out of control... and coupled with the fear of going to soon is usually the fear of regret of not doing things you wanted to etc. Work on having no regrets and you will find the thoughts ease too. Hope that helps anyone just a little bit!

[@markasplinhq]

@Rebecca Getacew yep, mine started when my brother in law got lung cancer and died and the realisation of mortality hit home, as HA sufferers we sit and dwell on that thought and all the negative that comes with it but if you take each day as it’s own and think… even if I died tomorrow I want to know I had a good day today and live in the present. That really helped me in the tough times

[@markasplinhq]

@Rebecca Getacew it was another video I saw about making the most of your day and in reality every single one of us on have the waking hours of the day we are on, everything else is either history or yet to happen, so make sure the 12 hours you are awake today are the best they can be. Worrying about what might happen is our safety net when we have HA but when my dad got cancer, there was no maybe it might be something in how is HA sufferers constantly check but we “knew” something wasn’t right so that in a weird way helped me too because I thought I will know if something bad isn’t right rather than just a slight pain in my back or some other minute ailment.

[@pistachioeuan3336]

It's been really insightful hearing Jack talk about OCD. even though I don't suffer from OCD i do struggle a lot with anxiety and weirdly its nice hearing successful people talking about how they deal with their mental health issues while also managing to create a successful career

[@NORTH33]

Health anxiety has taken over my life since 2019 also, helped a lot hearing this perspective

[@DD-wr4lv]

Kudos guys for talking about the Mum situation. I went through something similar, but in the early 80’s it wasn’t something talked about or dealt with. As Men WE should all be more open and talk

[@A1xh4]

Watched this the other way round, always listened to Jack’s pod and was introduced to Steven’s. Love the insight!! Really hits home 😌

[@martinfinn9846]

This to me is the most natural...... slightly edited......however more authentic .... more emotional conversation . .... i have been part of ...... great work guys......

[@robertflanagan1364]

Fucking health anxiety is crippling to this day . 47 years old and im crippled by it. Thank you jack. Thank you for explaining it perfectly for people to hear. Im in the middle of the worst time of my life and ive found this episode . Good man.

[@JSewellBeats]

That health anxiety segment was so damn relatable, I was in the EXACT same situation. Man these podcasts are a god send I got a prayer for family/friends I say at 11:11 every day and feel like an absolute muppet doing it 😂

[@RussellUK]

35:55 absolutely spot on jack. just like the episode of only fools and horses where they make the money off that watch. del boy enjoys the JOURNEY to becoming successful and wealthy. but then realises its different when you get it. it strips the excitement of the journey to success. 100% understand where you're coming from with that mate.

[@NIKUK84]

Oh wow Jaackmaate! I had no idea. Im so glad you have brought him on as hes definitely one person who deserves the success. Not because of his sarcastic humour but also as a white man he always stands up for the truth and is just not afraid of anyone. Look forward to this, thanks steve you are one amazing interviewer!

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thank you, appreciate this 🙏🏽

[@FishingWivRhys]

Never suffered from health anxiety myself. But his relationship with his mother is very similar to my situation with my father. Just having them out your life means you can achieve peace. Very relatable.

[@emmiej374]

Jack - I've just DM'd you as I THANK YOU for explaining health anxiety and OCD so powerfully. It describes my day to day life and it's so nice to hear that i am not the only one

[@KarlaJeannieDoddy]

Jack has always been one of the realest people on youtube, he gets so much stick for literally just existing and being himself which is so unjust on a platform that has so many of the fakest people, he is actually an inspiration to me and have followed his podcast for years and he is one of the only reasons i enjoy going to work currently so i can listen to his latest podcast episodes, honestly have so much respect for him

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

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[@KarlaJeannieDoddy]

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[@courtneytinton8691]

So great to see this vulnerable, honest side of Jack! I’ve watched his content for years. Great podcast as always! ✨

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Courtney 🙏🏽

[@SummerKayleigh]

I just loved this so much. Two of my favourite people having such an honest and amazing conversation. Inspirational ❤️

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

🙌🏽 Thanks for listening Summer

[@gracequante3328]

Loooooove JaackMaate 🥳🤩- so excited for this - happy to get to see another side to him

[@mariaware8445]

Omg what you said about your health anxiety.. it hit home to me. Mines not about health but i have the same thought loops and feelings with my trigger. Thank you for being so honest.

[@eddiebaby22]

Thanks for sharing this, I'm suffering in silence now from OCD and Anxiety, I'm on medication like a lot of the rest of the world, but it still catches me quite bad. I've searched the Internet for answers and KZbin, do you know, listening to people like this brave guy exposing all is probably one of the only things that's given me a slight bit of comfort.

[@SUSIEPIP]

This is the first time I have ever heard anyone speak openly about the same thing I have, I am terrified of being ill and going to the Dr, I always assume the worst and say I don't want to know and that I don't want treatment or to be in hospital or anything like that, I am sure I wasn't like this before I lost my Dad when he was quite young ( to cancer) but I know I'd not put myself through what my Dad went through. Its quite a comfort ( weirdly) to know I am not alone. Talking about D, ( I can't even say the word) It can keep me up all night playing stupid games on my phone to try and forget about the thoughts. ... Another really soul searching warm interview. This is one of my favourite interviews you have done, Can really tell the difference when someone is been totally open and honest. Loved it.

[@Dailojazz]

Mad how similar his experience with health anxiety is to mine. I had exactly the same trigger at 13 and have sporadically struggled with health anxiety ever since. I’m 29 now. Fit and healthy, run and gym nearly every day, but any little lump, niggle, sprain or strain I still instantly and instinctively go to the worst possible diagnosis (usually cancer). Only positive I suppose is that I’m a Google-qualified practitioner and can occasionally help friends or fam more rationally with regards to the many symptoms to possible ailments I’ve researched through the years 😅 But yeah, fully empathise mate.

[@masonleach]

Hahaa the google qualified practitioner killed me😂 I’m the exact same way, amongst all the fear research you do pick up a lot of information

[@Emma-Atherton]

One of my favourite guest so far. So relatable on so many levels. Great guest and great questions. 👍

[@hansccxo4332]

Thanks for talking about health anxiety & OCD in general, Jack. I’ve suffered from OCD since I was very young, but it wasn’t actually until the first UK lockdown that it really came to light and I eventually knew I had to get some sort of help for it. It’s extremely debilitating, especially the health anxiety, because you walk around thinking that your days are numbered. Whilst the health anxiety isn’t much of an issue anymore for me luckily, OCD manifests into so many different things, and it has really impacted my relationships with my friends and family and I never feel comfortable in my own skin anymore. As you mentioned, whilst numbers & patterns are a major aspect of OCD, it’s not just restricted to that and I think the little awareness around the mental illness is such an issue because a lot of us can suffer unknowingly from it. Mad respect to you for talking about it.

[@skywest8811]

didn’t think i’d be able to sit through an hour and a half (just my own poor attention span) - but wow, absolutely loved it, so interesting🤍

[@abbylilly666]

When I first started to struggle with health anxiety, i didn’t know it existed, i thought i was going insane. I relate to jack, sleeping is the hardest time. Podcasts really do help, it stops me from thinking of everything. The ocd as well, I have to touch things a number of times or i won’t sleep. It makes you feel like the craziest person. It’s relieving that people know how i feel, sending love to jack ❤️

[@Mandy-nw6dv]

Flippin love watching this. I can so relate! Always been a fan of Jack. Good watch. Thank you 😊

[@Scwibbles]

If Jacks question to the next guest isn’t “what’s your favourite sandwich?” I think I’ll be disappointed 😂 Great podcast as always, Jack is a great guest. I feel like this is the first time I’ve heard someone put into words about health anxiety, which I absolutely relate to… I always think I’m dying of something, which is morbid I know. Thank you for being real 🧡

[@jessicasiswick1910]

Or ‘what’s your meal deal’ 😂😎

[@FranThe1]

This was so eye opening and enjoyable for me to watch. I've watched Jack for like 10 years, since I was just a kid myself, and he's obviously got this online persona. Delving deeper into behind the scenes in his life was absolutely fascinating for me, what a top bloke he is. And the way he spoke about Fiona, what a true man as well. Nothing but admiration for the guy

[@HeyImCaraX]

For some reason I’ve only just found this channel and after watching the joe sugg, Jessie j and Lewis video… this one I feel is different… it seems to be more of a two way conversation not just one speaker and one listener. Been watching Jackmate for about 5 years super proud x

[@bryaannaalger7453]

I’m suffering with health anxiety, I worry about breast cancer constantly and I freak out that I have ALS. I thought I’ve had every illness in the book. I wake up and I cry.

[@TheScottishDad]

I've struggled with OCD and Health Anxiety for 20 years now, im 34. I can see he's still really struggling in this interview, I can almost feel his pain at times and relate to most of what he's saying. I would say trying to face the fear of getting checked out does help but not let it in itself become reassurance seeking behaviour but facing that fear does help and feels like an accomplishment. I wish him well.

[@SiobhanMorrissey88]

Have you ever found any solution? I'm 25 years dealing with health anxiety

[@TheScottishDad]

@@SiobhanMorrissey88 hey, I have found I forget about it at times by being busy and having other distractions in my life. My job, my son, hobbies, having a personal project or goal helps. Learn to challenge the thoughts too: if you think you’re ill or have a disease and have gotten no evidence to support it, then remembering to challenge the thoughts helps. There is an acceptance though that after 25 years, it’s a deep rooted behaviour and the chances of it disappearing are close to zero, but you can manage it by challenging the thoughts. What is the evidence you’re ill? If you have none, then use that to your advantage.

[@SiobhanMorrissey88]

@@TheScottishDad Thanks for your reply. Glad to hear you are doing well and have healthy practices in place for when the fear strikes

[@CTLR99]

This was brilliant, never expected to see this side of Jack

[@thomas1677]

Wow. I've not long discovered this podcast and I'm gripped by it. Jack is someone I've watched over years and I can feel some of the stuff he talks about on this pod. Well done to both for making this a great listen. You're both absolutely smashing it in your fields of expertise and its inspirational to 1000s of people who watch both of your content. Brilliant

[@oliverriches4234]

I struggled badly with health anxiety for 4 years. My brain was in constant overload and I was dizzy constantly from that. I was so against medication but finally gave in and it stopped all my thoughts within 2 weeks on them!! If anyone is reading this please go and seek help whether it’s therapy, coping mechanisms or medication, there is light at the end of the tunnel!

[@AV_204]

Currently going through a phase of health anxiety, had my first anxiety attack while trying to sleep around 28th Dec and ever since have had that dizziness, was constant for a while but now as I’m managing things it’s taken a back seat - convinced myself I’ve had everything from multiple sclerosis to lymphoma, proper annoying as it has definitely had a massive impact on my life social and physically, almost 3 months in and has been improving but haven’t been to the doctor more in my life haha, how are things going for you now mate?

[@StevieCooper]

My friend sent me this because of the health anxiety she has also. I thought this interview would be really ordinary or boring but I was really wrong and I really enjoyed this. Really great interview and I look forward watching others.

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

Thanks for sharing Stevie!

[@joecurtis7124]

Jack is definitely one of the most humble, selfless youtubers in the space. Only ever gloats about his money or success when it allows him to help others, fair play.