So, what's next? | Channel Update

[@adamthorogood844]

Don't really comment on youtube but I just wanted to say you've helped me and others so so so much. When I have felt super down I have turned to your videos to improve my work and accomplish something. I really appreciate what you've done for me and countless others, please take all the time you need to feel better. Thank you so much!

[@ichieyamato]

I appreciate the transparency. I do wish things will get better for you soon. Your work has been helping me tremendously with my own art journey as i wasn't fortunate enough to be able to enroll to traditional art school. No matter how long the video is, i always make sure that i finish it, in fact i love it when it's long because i get to see more detailed steps which a lot of art tutorial content creators don't do. I appreciate you, thankyou for your work, will still wait for your next videos. Take as much time as you wish sir.

[@OFGAnimationStudio]

Everything is going to be OK. Believe in yourself

[@TangsTails]

I totally understand. Especially, when it comes to mental health, it's so important! Take all the time you need. P.S. You're videos have helped me tremendously, especially with adobe animate and, in the past week, blender! Thank you. 💖

[@ariondiaz2903]

A virtual hug to you my brother. 🤗 You WILL transcend. ❤

[@fabiolopez5651]

I hope you get better soon man, you can do it, keyframe the way to your peace.

[@broken-witch]

This channel has helped me so many times. I'm really glad to hear you're getting help, it's always the right choice. Take care of yourself, take as much time off as you need. Get well!

[@RobertsReviews]

Depression is a hard thing to deal with speaking from experience. You have brought a lot of knowledge and entertainment to lot of people. Best wishes to you and your family.

[@mediagarden_studios]

Hey bud take care of yourself, mental health is so important and I wish for your journey to stability to be swift, uplifting and fun!

[@NathanPa-xo3zj]

Matt don't worry man,take care of yourself and having some vacation. Life is rough and hard, time to loosen up. Play some game or doing something you're enjoying yourself. We'll be patiently waiting for you man. Thanks for all of the fun garlic phone or drawing stream you've done.

[@EfremZecarias]

Put your health above everything. Health is precious, finite, and can't be easily repaired. Cheers.

[@m43der]

I've really loved your tutorials and they've helped me greatly. I'm actually starting an MA in animation in 2 weeks and following along with your videos has given me the confidence to do that. I'm no stranger to what you're going through so I completely get it. DO WHAT YOU NEED TO DO, we'll be here for you for when you're back :)

[@a-dzikosimbagegele2119]

You have such a beautiful spirit. You will overcome this as you work towards balance in your life. Love and support from Jamaica

[@TipTut]

@@a-dzikosimbagegele2119 ❤️❤️

[@Dantti]

Take care man! It's good to step back from time to time and recover :)

[@Starrytchi]

I know how you feel man. Don’t worry about it, take your time. We’re all here for you!

[@FLOWTUTS]

Health is "number one priority" i hope you get better taking a step to reach for help was one of the hardest part of it for me but trust me you are on the right way take care and stay safe

[@pronoy5748]

Being mentally depressed really stresses the mind and the body (from my personal experience) which caused me to have sleep derpivation. Even tho, whatever I say wont change anything but its gonna be okay, I wish you the best of luck.

[@zilliongadzillion]

It sounds as if you have your priorities sorted. As so many have said - we'll be here when you are quite ready ... I hope your new plans work out well.

[@SmokeyDimsums]

i stumbled on your channel today because i was looking for Animate tutorials. Sending my prayers. Your videos have and are adding value to the lives of way more people than you can imagine. Take your time, live your life in a way that makes you happy, All the best.

[@sklumper1198]

Sorry to hear this, TipTut, but glad you are getting help. I learned to animate entirely from you and owe so much to this channel. Take all of the time that you need! We will be here when you get back

[@themysteriousunknownrevealed]

I hope you get, your health is the more important! it's been an honor learning from you, and I look forward to following you and your next chapter in the future! Stay cool, brother!

[@whatswhatwithjozie]

I'm a newer fan and I'm so sorry to hear you are going through this but glad to hear that you are taking care of yourself. I've got loads of your videos to go through but please know you are an inspiration no matter how much you post... Do take care and sending you good thoughts!

[@tips4400]

You are amazing for providing free content. Thank you for helping me and so many others. Please do take the time to care for yourself. You have an amazing heart that now needs to heal. Thank you so much!!!

[@Amernee]

The fact you’re forging on, albeit in a way that’s more manageable for you, is admirable. I won’t be cancelling my membership, I do hope you start to feel better soon mate 🙏🏻

[@cirusMEDIA]

Creatives and Depression goes hand in hand, you are not alone my friend. It really does help to get out of the house and let it out to your friends and family! *Hugs to all*

[@insomnious.inklings]

God Bless... When I was going thru a rough patch myself... My mantra when the issues was internal was "Don't let perfection be the enemy of good enough!" and if external it was "You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink!" The hardest past was self-recognition of self-destructive behaviors. I'm glad you have a network of F&F to lean on!

[@thegreenlua552]

Just got my first project and it’s a result of following your tutotials 😊thank you!! And i hope you take it easy and recover well🤗

[@WatchtowerofBabel]

I'm very happy you are taking care of YOU! Be well! ❤️ You, sir, are an inspiration.

[@ahmedsuleiman1130]

I wish you the best on the road to recovery. Yours sincerely, I am glad that you were able to speak out and get help on this "mental health" or "depression" issue. Do take your time and don't put unnecessary pressure on yourself to deliver always. Hence, I wish you the best always as you have been a great motivation to us all. God bless, chum.

[@baktraxstudio7250]

Get better friend. That's all that matters. Thanks for the help along the way. Much appreciated

[@adrianfels2985]

Thank you for everything you've done on this channel! It's impressive how much quality content you produced although you are suffering from depression. Get well soon!

[@Sweed711]

Take care dude! You're a great teacher and a good person.

[@machinespirit2181]

The first person you better take most care of is you! Don't push yourself cause of subscribers. You already did so much I appreciate your work, very high quality. You are my personal adobe animate mentor.

[@JSAbbott]

Please take care of yourself first. I'm glad you have a support system. That is extremely important. I will continue to support you no matter what you need to do. I just want you to feel comfortable with yourself and heal.

[@mikelr9194]

Put yourself and your mental health first, and your audience will always be here for you. You're the bees knees my dude.

[@andrewvynarchyk4911]

Take care man! Thanks for all your work, I’ve learned a lot from you. Looking forward for your comeback. Love you ❤

[@techiechar]

Thank goodness you reached out to loved ones. Matt, I went to a funeral last month of a family member who didnt. He was in his twenties and he really had tried to struggle alone but it was too much. Take this seriously and do talk to your doctor about this; they do take it seriously. Very, very seriously. If possible, go to CBT therapy, especially if you have experienced loss or abuse in your life no matter how long ago.

[@NedGonzalez]

Dude, you are an amazing person! You have helped me about After Effects and learning an animation. You are wickedly awesome! Sending big hugs your way!

[@theolebrave1713]

I have a few favourite types of people. One of which being people who are generous with their expertise in the hopes that others can succeed along side them. Another being a person who is honest about their feelings. A lot of creative people, I'd wager most, struggle with feelings like the ones you are experiencing. Passion can be a blessing and a curse but your content and expertise are very much a blessing to your loved ones, the people who watch you and even to yourself! Please continue to listen to your own needs, and stay safe.

[@unmutualchap6753]

Just found your channel, amazing talent and generosity ! I'm no stranger to what you are going through, I hope you find what is best for you, its not the same for everyone. There is beauty in small things, hang on to that until you figure out the rest. Wish you the best, brother !

[@stevehaslip484]

Chin up mate! Your content is awesome and whenever you get back to making more videos, your audience will be here. Good on you for speaking up.

[@ahmedtahqiq6056]

Hey man, I understand the pressure. It is always good to focus on your mental health first. I’m very happy that you have good people around you. I know that I had kept my depression to myself thinking that whoever I tell, would find it a heavy burden on them. But I did have a friend who would visit me every weekend, and he helped me a lot. I wish you all the best. And I know most of us here are supportive of you in this decision you have made. Take care

[@columbatechnology7434]

I have only just seen this and I wanted to add my support to all of the messages. Take the time to take care of yourself - having suffered from depression myself I understand the struggle it can be. Your channel is amazing and as a teacher I use your resources with my students all the time. You are shaping generations of media students with your incredible lessons. Not just in the skills the learn but the underlying principles, tips and tricks your provide. Take care..

[@Mr.POLiS_Cartoons]

These kind oh honest talks is what the world needs the MOST. Wish you the best man

[@a-z-digitaldesign]

Thanks for all you do! I am VERY-VERY appreciative of your videos. Many of us understand depression first-hand and for sure... it is no fun. Take care!

[@asquareportal]

You have made such an impact on my work, please take care Matthew. I hope my appreciation of your presence and work and its effect on me fills you up with abundance. Thank you so much for sharing : )

[@sunshinecommentswoop4902]

I'm proud of you for wanting to make a change for the better in your life! take as much time and you need :) I'm gonna have the bell notifications on for the chance that you might post in future

[@damianmarinelli3426]

you're a good man, please do what you have to do mate, you come before anything else

[@yoofgroup4122]

You've got this - Having come through a tough year there is a way out and the first step is reaching out - take it easy pal - the YOOF platform you share your content to supports our young people with wellbeing and your content is fantastic on there too - take it easy - take a break - we only have one life

[@terrariaking1068]

Thanks for the update, please make sure you take care of yourself!

[@Olontoring]

Everything is fine ✊🏻💓

[@artistas4810]

I don't really comment on youtube but now I'm commenting there's a reason for it, becuz I don't think anyone In youtube have made, make or will make tutorials like you do in future. Your tutorials It just feels like I'm in college again. You are a complete package. A book or a record, I found many things and tutorials In your channel which I didn't find online or in a textbook or in any other channel. For anyone who's reading this comment I'm telling you this guy is a genius he's really good I mean he's a pro. If you have any doubt or a problem in design or animation you cannot solve and wanna learn some really cool motion graphics and become a full time Animator or a Motion Graphic Designer this is the channel I recommend. I learned a lot from this channel. I Thankyou again for this amazing tutorials. May you recover fast and waiting for your comeback.

[@craftopiaid6237]

Thank you so much for all your great content, i learn a lot from your channel, please put your health first! Wish you’ll get better soon :)

[@MrDarkstar0109]

Thank you for sharing this! There are so many people who aren’t aware of the struggles some people go through and doing something like this is very impactful. Hope you are able to overcome this battle and hopefully we’ll see you in a better light! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@ragibbakhtiar8257]

THANK YOU A LOT FOR YOUR VIDEOS. Please take care and rest as much as possible.

[@ahappystar3062]

I'm not the only one saying this, but it's the truth! You and your channel have been so helpful, your easy to follow tutorials and lessons, I've learned so much from you.. We'll always be very grateful to you! Wish the best for you, and for your health, hope you get better.. 💜

[@dosdee]

We understand you. We just keep fighting and moving on.

[@AnnaGritsay]

Sending you hugs. I hope you will get better very very soon! Good luck!!!

[@katchatlaw]

Your videos have been great and I've loved watching them. But I would rather you take care of yourself, than you have to worry about your viewers, subscribers, videos etc. Having a YT channel is time consuming and add that to everything else in life , it can be crazy, but having time to yourself for a break and to work through things etc is good mentally, physically and emotionally. If and when you are ready to upload another video, please do but there is no rush. Those that want to watch your channel will still watch your channel. Sending you virtual hugs and my thanks once again for your videos 🙂

[@bigdamnhero2297]

Thankyou for sharing this with us ❤️ Your well-being is priority, take as much time off as you need and we continue to support you nonetheless. Hope you get through this Matt 😊

[@karenhanretty3280]

Your tutorials have been so helpful over the years. You've helped a lot of us make better videos. Thank you. All the best to you in your journey. Be well.

[@oliviaml1243]

I've just started following your tutorials and they have been soooo helpful! They are extremely well made and I appreciate all the effort you put into your channel. :) Take care of yourself!

[@aint_just_whistlin_dixie]

Dang, I just discovered your channel. Totally get it, the stress of running a (good) KZbin channel in addition to freelancing and trying to have a life at the same time can be a real meat-grinder. Thanks for getting the message out to others who are dealing with depression as well, and get well soon.

[@iCookMe]

So proud of you for facing what you're going through and figuring out the best path for you! It's all rough stuff. Thank you for sharing it, and wishing you the best on your path forward, whatever that may be :)

[@obv_design9310]

Matthew, we're always here for you, as you're always here for us all these years! Your channel helped so many people! Please, take care and get well soon! Everything gonna be alright 🙌 Love from Ukraine 💙💛

[@Septus]

Hey man! Just wanted to take a second to tell you how much I appreciate your content. Your tutorials are extremely helpful for me: I recently began animating and have learned SO much just from watching your content - you are awesome. No matter what you decide to do, remember that you have done some awesome stuff through your channel and you are truly inspiring.

[@billdburger8206]

You've given so much in a very short time and as the comments evidence you've helped many many people, me included. I've followed you for a long time ( using my real name) and your videos have aided me beyond explanation. In short you owe us nothing and everything you've achieved is 110% deserved. Take a month ( or 2, whatever you need ) off you've earned it ! I'm fairly sure 99% of us will still be here. It's been a joy to watch and learn from your videos, you have a gentle and beautiful energy that I'm sure has contributed to your success here. Thank you Matt

[@magestivcasabaJ]

You have my prayers man! Thanks for everything that you've given to us; TipTut helped me get an A in my class lol!

[@diamonstudio]

I want to say I'm sorry you're going through all this but I admire your sincerity and courage! Many of us in the creative field struggle with negative feelings that compromise our health. Thanks for sharing your feelings. I apologize for my English (I'm from Brazil) but I also want to say that your channel was one of the first I found when I wanted to start studying motion design. I was so lost... so thank you for generating great content and I hope you can breathe better and experience a great breakthrough in the face of this huge decision. Best wishes

[@dixieechann]

Thanks for taking the courage to share this. I have thoroughly enjoyed your tutorials and livestreams…we are a community who want to help one another thrive so take all the time you need to get through this difficult chapter.

[@MyklesChannel]

So JUST when I subscribed to your channel to see more content, this ends up being your next video 😭 lol But I totally get it! I went several months not creating anything due to depression and mental health challenges. So I completely understand what you're going through. But it may help you feel better to know that your animation tutorials play a very pivotal role in getting me out of my depression and inspiring me to start creating content again and working towards my goals! So you've impacted my life in a very positive way and I couldn't thank you enough for that! I hope things start going well for you and you get the help and healing you need in order to get back to feeling like yourself again and enthusiastic for life 🙏🏽 it can be a very difficult journey but I know you'll make it to the other side with flying colors as long as you never give up!

[@philipejem3614]

Thank you. Your channel have been a great help to me. Get well soon

[@vegasroyal920]

I feel ya. I streamed live about 7 years ago on Twitch for awhile and did not like the anxiety I built up. I'm not sure everyone is made to do that sort of thing, but I got to a point where I really hated streaming live and couldn't figure out what was wrong with me. After I let go and stopped, I felt much relief. Love your stuff and think you do a great job, but don't pressure yourself to HAVE to do anything to keep your supporters happy. Keep you happy. I appreciate all the work you put in and wish you the best. Cheers!

[@koketsok1513]

Thank you for your bravery,it can be hard admitting things a bad,and you need to take a break.I believe in terms of tutorials we are eating well on this channel,lots of archives to go though.I just hope you manage to get though this and you and your own become happier. You dont owe us anything,but as an audience we a re grateful for so much free shared knowledge.

[@ictgames5359]

Thank you for your fantastic videos! You are and will continue to be a great help! Take care of your wonderful self. See you again when the time is right. We'll be here when you get back.

[@maciejwajler7519]

you're the bravest, I wish you a great recovery

[@studiobarun373]

Love and support. We belive in you :)

[@83Grifter]

Good luck man. And thanks for all your work.

[@Seekers.of.Righteousness]

Dear brother, you’re so talented. I have learned so much from your videos. You have been a blessing to many of us wanting to learn animation. Thank you for sharing your struggle with us. I’m happy you have a wonderful supportive circle around you. I hope this year God brings you much more happiness and blessings for teaching us the talent He has given you!

[@mosworks2677]

Thank you for making me who I am today♥️♥️, my support is all yours brother

[@theskatingchoreographer]

I so understand what you mean man, and depression sucks! I'm just coming out of it and gosh... it was a wild ride! True subscribers will stay and support you no matter how long you need! Take good care of yourself!

[@fullnerd7975]

I hope that you're able to rest and recover. You've helped me immensely over the past two years in learning Animate, and wish you all the best for whatever the future brings and like everyone else here, will keep watching whatever you throw at us.

[@Blu_Maryze]

Hey man no worries!! You were a true help when I was going through school and animate My teacher was horrible at explaining and your videos truly saved my grade!! Thank you for taking care of yourself first and foremost!! Take care man! Take as long as you need, life is never a straight line after all!

[@farmboyd6019]

Love your videos some of the most informative, straight to the point and upbeat art tutorial videos here in the KZbin universe. Thank youuuuu for your work !!!!!! :)

[@haniaz3559]

Thank you so much for your honesty and all of your fantastic content. ❤

[@JonBeech]

Its really brave and honest of you to do this video. I know where you are coming from. People may look at you and your work just seeing the brilliant finished products and incredibly high work output without seeing what goes behind the scenes. Its a dark world especially as you say what has gone on with the pandemic and with more recent events. Spending lots of time in front of a computer and solving the niggles and problems that goes along with that is inevitably going to take a toll if thats all you do and it must be so easy for the work life balance to go out of kilter. Social media and the abundance of incredible talent such as that demonstrated by yourself is equally inspiring and in some ways corrosive to me making me feel a bit inadequate which is silly I know. As someone who is starting at motion design at a relatively late age, I think I have to be content to the fact that I wont make the amazing level of animations compared to someone who got into the field at a younger age such as yourself or perhaps Frazer Davidson from Cub Studios whose work is incredible. We are too connected without being connected deeply with one another on these social media platforms. Our brains are coping with phenomenal amounts of information compared to only a generation or so ago. If you need to step away mate then please do. Have a break get away from things even more than you are planning to as detailed on this video. Perhaps do something different or go on holiday for a long time if you can afford to. Your contribution to the design community is incredible and it is easy to lose sight of that when you are toiling at the cliff face. You have been a huge help to many others. Apparently the movie It’s a Wonderful Life is a good help for people with depression as it makes you take stock and appreciate your value to the world. You have done enough work for several lifetimes I think.

[@judgeworks3687]

do what you need to be better. I appreciate all the knowledge you have shared. Thanks for sharing the struggle and resources. Be well.

[@Gekitsuu]

Glad you're taking care of yourself. Thanks for making the video and I look forward to you finding the right balance.

[@chrisroller7529]

Take care of yourself first! We can't keep getting great content from you if you are not okay. No matter how long that takes

[@zhenren9703]

This is an awesome video! Thanks for putting it out. You're one of the good guys in life. Just being yourself is all you need to be. L8er m8

[@bleupencil]

Relating very much to this and I'm glad you're managing to muddle your way through. One foot in front of the other, thank you for all you've accomplished and shared so far. You've got this ❤

[@riyachauhan9548]

We are in your support

[@KoronisMediaRu]

The mental health care is important, but it becomes even more crucial when you are your own boss. We are the most demanding bosses when we are the only one person under our own command 😂. I hope u find your pace and will continue giving those treasures. Your tutorials are really helpful. Blessings.

[@fruitbatfox]

recently came across your channel, and it's been a massive help in my final year of uni. Thank you for everything you do, take time for yourself and I hope you feel better soon!

[@minhvustudio8554]

Hope you get well soon. Thanks for all. Good man

[@davidadenusi]

All the best man, I really hope you get better soon. Thanks for all the tutorials🙏🏾❤️

[@zautumnn]

much love, stay strong

[@andrewsharpify]

Wishing you the best man. Life can be super heavy....Thankyou so much for your tutorials, you are a good teacher. Take care bud.

[@SephinAlexander]

hi, please just focus on your health. We'll always be here to support you and we'll continue learning from your lessons. You're a brilliant artist and a gifted teacher; a light that can light a 1000 lamps. We'll be here. peace.

[@alox8816]

Take your time to recover, it’s so important. It’s nice to see that more and more people are talking about their mental health. I’m suffering from depression too, getting professional help was one of my best decisions I’ve ever made ♥️