Transient Global Amnesia • 2.16.22

I'm ready to discuss my recent neurology appointments and tests, and the corresponding medical issues I've experienced in the past two years.
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[@heroicvileplume7184]

Geez, can we just talk about this guy’s reaction real quick? Most people would be freaking out and despairing over something like this, but he’s cracking jokes about it (and was even doing it during his episodes, too), providing all this great information and recommendations, and even saying that he’ll film it if it happens again (which, I cannot imagine anyone else saying or doing, but would invariably be a helpful case study in the medical world). Absolute champion

[@MotemaTHEsweet]

"it is a very emotionally charged experience" - i work in neuropsychology and do cognitive testing for patients who experience seizures (mostly epileptic), and it's basically an everyday occurance for me to have someone start crying in front of me because they realise that they just can't remember things properly or they can't find words properly or things like that. it's rough for them no matter how old they are or what their background is. and i can only imagine how rough and terrifying those episodes must have been for you and mal. my background in that field might also be why my first thought when you mentioned "neurologist" as well as eeg and mri on the vlog was seizures, but i had an easier time not worrying too much about you because both you and mal kept saying that things are probably fine and that the neurologist also said that things are probably fine (which is not usually a thing they tell to patients at the hospital i work at, because well, seizures.) i am glad to hear you probably figured out what is going on, i am very glad that it is not related to seizures even though as a commenter on a vlog pointed out recently they don't have to be the big tonic clonic ones one usually thinks about and can be treated very well with modern anti seizure medication. I also think that you sharing your experiences and stories with those episodes is a thing that might help a lot of folks deal with their own issues. So as i definitely said before on twitch and probably on youtube as well, thank you for everything you (and mal as well!) do. Stephen, you are an incredible human being and your desire to make others feel good even while you are experiencing something really scary like that is truly remarkeable. i know that you have helped me and probably many others retain sanity in extremely difficult times and brought a smile onto my face when everything was terrible. which is why i wish you only the very best and hope you won't have to experience it again. but even if you do, i am glad you have the great kind of support network that you have and have some sense of clarity as to what is happening. sending you all kinds of good vibes

[@radiodread]

As bad as this sounds, I'm sadly not all that shocked by the existence of transient global amnesia, but of course- I'm very sorry this happened to you. The reason why it's not that surprising/shocking to me is because I recognise a lot of it in myself; it's happened to me, as well. Not _exactly_ TGA, but the more frequent kind of short-term memory loss which I know now was caused by heavy long-term stress. I at least know that I've shared this story in a comment before, but I'll do it again just in case someone might find parts of it useful to help prevent the same thing happening to them. So, the way I first noticed memory problems was when I worked at a helpdesk a few years ago. I was experienced at that place, I knew what I was doing and thus didn't have to really document things into the task as I went and could do that after I hung up, basically. So this one time when I was in a call with someone, I helped them with their issue, and as soon as I hung up, it was as if my memory of that entire thing was wiped clean. I remembered _nothing_ of what I'd just talked about, what I did, if I even solved their issue, if I needed to send the task forward to on-site support, etc. Nothing. And the scary thing is that my boss had asked me only months earlier, since she knew I was experiencing stress at work, if I was more irritable as of late, and also if I had issues with my memory. At the time, I didn't. But when that one incident happened, I talked to her and I said "it happened". Since then I've been working on getting some of my short-term memory-retaining abilities with therapy, and it's getting better but very, very slowly- and it's been over three years. These kinds of things are incredibly scary, and in the case of TGA, it doesn't seem like there's any known causes for it, that it just happens. In my case, it was stress. So all I can say is... don't make the same mistake I did. Don't overwork yourself. Your workplace can replace you if you get sick/quit/etc, but you can't replace yourself, physically or mentally. So, take care of yourself/yourselves! Take breaks. Slow down. It's all worth it in the end; take it from someone who made the mistake of burning themselves out because I thought "eh, I can handle it". Clearly, I couldn't. :P

[@snakechu]

I glad to know that this doesn't sound serious, but here's hoping this doesn't keep happening. I'm glad Mal has been helping you out, too. Good vibes all around!

[@headphonics3052]

The Georg family really out here willing to talk about all sorts of medical things on camera. Thank you for the learning experiences, and for raising awareness about things that many of us otherwise wouldn't know of. Now, I don't think I have TGA, but I do feel a disconnect between my memories and reality, and hearing about TGA makes me want to look more into it (and maybe get some peace of mind)

[@adamchaplin9702]

What i love about it is that both stephen and mal want to know the facts so they can actively discuss it and not mislead anyone. And they dont just talk out thier butts without having looked into it just incase someone else needs the info.

[@pokemonkey99]

My dad suffered from a period of Transient Global Amnesia probably 6 years ago. Luckily, he stayed home instead of going to work in New York City that day because he couldn't create new memories for a period of about 6 hours, and who knows if he would've been able to come home. He was similarly diagnosed with Transient Global Amnesia, and similarly kept saying the same things. He told the same joke to the nurse in the room four times in 2 minutes, which, while somewhat funny, was also a terrifying thing to witness. Just as fast as it came, it went away again. He hasn't suffered from it again since, and hopefully he never will, but it was definitely a scary time. I'm glad you're okay, and I hope it stays away for good this time!

[@50ishsue]

I've had TGA twice. But unlike this guy I wasn't aware!!! I was having a problem .until I came "back in the room" as it were . First-time I drove 35 mins to my destination and came too wondering how I got there, couldn't remember driving at all after getting in the car. Complete autopilot. I had no notice or warning what was about to happen . And unlike him, couldn't make notes! As I was oblivious to the problem. This was 2010. Just had another episode Jan lasting 5 hrs. In which time last thing I remember, I was waiting for an Amazon delivery. Lights went out. When they came on, didn't know the day, month ,year. What I'd been doing , Amazon stuff was unpacked! Didn't remember that, and I'd had an expected visitor and spent time with him. 🙈 WTF. Though it was either stroke, brain tumour, dementia, I'm 70. Thank God I got a diagnosis. I've always had migraine which I've read is one thing that is common amongst people who experience this . Just when you thought you'd heard it all! 😲😅

[@vickienorgrove5480]

Kepler is about to become an emotional support cat for Steven, he’s a good strong kitty!

[@Infinicat]

Man...I'm pausing this halfway through with literal tears in my eyes because that is tough to hear and I can only imagine how scary that must be for you and Mal both. I don't know why that hits so deep but it does. Just know I love you guys and I hope things get better and no matter what happens just do your best Stephen, I appreciate you and all you do and idk I'm just crying right now it just makes me sad to see someone I've watched countless hours of video of for years now have something like this happen to them, it's honestly heartbreaking. I'm sure things will be okay in the future and now I'm going to power through the second half of this but just know I'm rooting for you big time bro.

[@moonshoesp33]

When I saw the title of the video, I thought "that phrase sounds familiar" and as you described it, my suspicions were confirmed. This same sort of thing happened to my Grandfather a few years ago. I was away with my grandmother and mom visiting family hours away in a different state and when my grandma called my grandpa to check in at the end of our last day out of town, he was confused as to where she was--he'd thought she was out in the garden, not in a different state. She kept repeating to him where she was, what she was doing, and that I was there with her (my mom was out of the room at the time). Eventually she handed the phone to me and I tried to explain it as well, repeating the same explanations over and over to his same few questions. It was especially terrifying knowing how far away we were and how long it would take us to get back home. My grandmother got in touch with her brother-in-law (who luckily lives not too far from her and my grandpa) and he and his wife took my grandpa to the hospital while we checked out of the hotel and drove through a nasty rainstorm to get back home. He was still experiencing the fog and amnesia hours later when we made it back into town and my mom and grandma got to go in to see him. Luckily it was just TGA and not a stroke or something more serious. As far as I know, he hasn't had an episode since, either. But I can definitely sympathize with some of what Mal must have been going through during your episodes. It was very scary hearing that level of confusion on the phone and not knowing what to do, especially with us so far away. I'm sorry you had to go through this, and to do it twice, but I'm glad that you're bringing light to a rare and terrifying thing.

[@sethingram987]

TGA sounds pretty scary, i can't imagine what that must feel like. Just having a poor memory is bad enough for me but yikes. Glad to hear that just the TGA is all that seems to be wrong, hope you and mal are doing ok and that everything works out so it doesn't affect you guys to much

[@rakamazumdar8806]

I have tga too and it is rlly scary like one second ur talking about something and then suddenly ur saying something else without remembering it I haven’t told any friends or family and it’s rlly brave of him to open up and tell everyone

[@supersayin5gogeta]

Mind things are always scary. Dementia is something that runs in my family, and I'm currently seeing my Grandma go through it. I'm glad you're taking it in stride, and with Mal there to always help you and take care of you, I know that things should be okay. Thanks for sharing, I love that you try to normalize these discussions more, what with Mal's thing in November, and before that some of your father's stuff. While they are very personal and you deserve your privacy, I think that if we talk more about these things, we can continue to raise awareness and interest in these medical problems that can hopefully lead to more research and potential cures. Thank you again for sharing, and I hope this was the last time you have to experience it.

[@slamdunkgator915]

I'm sorry to hear that you're going through this. I saw my grandma go through Dementia 2 years ago (it'll be 2 years in March that she passed on). It was incredibly difficult to watch her go through it and it will be a time that will be hard for me to forget.

[@supersayin5gogeta]

@@slamdunkgator915 Yeah. My grandma is the matriarch of our family. She worked at my high school and drove me to school for four years. I love her a lot. So to have her get so frustrated with forgetting things, or getting defensive when my mom or aunt try to remind her of things. It hurts to see. It's such a hard thing to go through because it feels so futile. I'm sorry you had to go through this as well.

[@elishasbookreview]

As you were describing your symptoms/episodes I just pictured a etch a sketch just randomly erasing itself. I’m glad you guys have found some answers to what’s been going on. I haven’t been watching the vlogs in awhile because of my own mental illness. I’m glad I checked in for this one. Thanks for sharing and keeping us updated. Much love to you and your fam.

[@vikurtz]

I feel so horrible for this, but while you were describing your episode a few weeks ago where Mal looked up TGA, I could not stop laughing? It's a mix of "oh my god that's horrible I have no idea how to react to this so I'm going to have a nervous laugh" and "this situation is genuinely comedic after the fact, especially since the way Stephen is talking seems to indicate it's not a severe or dangerous problem and can be handled". Telling the same joke three times about "if you've ever had something you want to tell me, now's the time" is just... I feel so bad for Mal in the moment but god that's almost a joke that makes itself! I'm so glad you were able to get tested and are pretty confident you know what it is, I really hope it is just TGA and doesn't turn out to be secretly anything more severe. Hopefully now that you know what it is, any future episodes are far less terrifying for the two of you! Mind problems are always a big terror, but at least you know what it is now!

[@FeyPhantom]

Sending good vibes for your health! And thanks for normalizing talking about health issues, as you continue to do. Your candour is always appreciated!

[@yorkiem0m]

This is scary to hear because my daughter just had this happen to her yesterday, scared the crap out of me. She just dropped her baby off at day care, went to dunkin and came home. I was on my way to bed (I work night shift) and we were talking in the kitchen about her wedding plans and she stopped, said "i feel weird, like a Deja vu" and then started panicking because she did not know where her baby was or how she got her coffee. I'd tell her and she kept asking and after about 30-40 minutes she was back and knew everything that she didn't know a few minutes ago. And here I am 'researching', thank you for making this video, at least I now know this is a real thing and she isn't alone. She went to ER, had a workup, MRI, etc...all clear. My daughter is 28 and hopefully she won't have it again.

[@hallaloth3112]

Sometimes the open, canid, reality is just surprising. You don't see a lot of people willing to talk about events like this. And here we have Stephen being like 'If it happens a THIRD time, Imma record it" Never stop being you Stephen, we're glad to hear that you're alright and that, as scary as this experience was it isn't overly serious.

[@LunaRayArclight]

Sending the good vibes. The honesty and courage to share this with the community are very much appreciated. How sudden the incident(s) happened is incredibly scary and concerning. HOWEVER, this shouldn't make anyone change their opinion of you. Super glad Mal urged Stephen to document the details about the experience(s). Also super glad Mal and Kepler are able to accompany Stephen through these experiences. Here's to hoping that all or most things will be alright! As the literature has said, it's not connected to dementia or early onset Alzheimer's. Also, it's super rare for future episodes to occur, even if they are spread 2 years apart, even if the causes and criteria for diagnosis are very vague. Again, sending the good vibes. We ain't gonna treat Stephen differently because of this. Stephen is still our internet grandpa with occasional gosh awful memory and charming humor.

[@anthonybell5666]

Wow I can definitely see how scary it must be. Looks like you'll be okay according to what I read I HOPE at least that you will be okay.

[@Lycodrake]

I appreciate the candidness of this vlog, as with the videos of Mal's Endometriosis. While it may just be the parasocial interaction side of things, you and your's are a regular aspect of my day to see what's going on. Thank you for all the content you make and share with the randos on the interweb, Stephen.

[@owenpv4828]

I got shivers when you said you'd already written TGA down twice, that's terrifying stuff. I'm glad to hear that it isn't chronic, though it's awfully ironic in the dramatic sense that the man who documents every day of his life is struggling with bouts of amnesia. All of the love to both of you guys, your candidness means so much to us fans.

[@msizemore03]

Before you mentioned TGA, I was also on the “migraine?” train. Migraines are WILD, everyone knows them as “headache from hell” but they’re actually closer to a complex neurological disorder. I personally get aphasia (inability to speak), severe mental fog almost exactly like the “TV static in your brain” you described, and weakness in my arms alongside the more traditional pain, nausea, and sensory overload when I have attacks. I’m very glad it doesn’t appear to be something serious, and hopefully it never happens again! As for the head pain during your episodes, it could be a result of the stress caused by not knowing what’s going on during it. Bodies do weird things when they know *something* is wrong but can’t place what it is.

[@kimskimmer675]

Yeah, migraines can be wild. My mum has had a thunderclap migraine, which is debilitating pain that basically gets you to the ER convinced you’re dying. Doctors diagnosed it, then said « you’ll get it once or twice more in the next few weeks, then never again ». So far that’s holding up. Super weird.

[@rubyhal11317]

I have a lot of those symptoms, but I have never considered it could be migraines. I always thought they were just anxiety attacks/sensory overload issues. Something to think about for me then

[@DQBlizzard_]

I experience migraines from time to time. Mine are caused by weather changes or strong smells. I also get visual "hallucinations" which are similar to looking at oily water. Except it slowly covers my eyes until i cannot see anymore.

[@mcintoshpc]

I’m only a couple minutes in, and already hearing a lot of myself in this vlog; I don’t think I have TGA, but it’s something that I definitely want to keep in mind. Thank you for sharing this. Edit: I definitely don’t have TGA because now I know it’s not chronic, but my point stands

[@LoboRaptorLo]

Hearing about others coming to learn about their ongoing or sudden conditions really help people relate to another. --------- I had that type of concept happen to me when I was explaining to a friend about my constant physical pains after dealing with stress. And he pushed me towards the right lead through discovery. ---------- Those are hard talks that are difficult as we come to learn about each others and links us closer together as we are able to see ourselves in others people shoes. People are unique but we are all connected one way or another!

[@WizardToby]

Same ish. I don't have epsodes to the extent of what Stephen describes, but some mornings time goes by in weird ways for me.

[@rossfarquhar7683]

That does sound scary, The fact that the brain is such a complex organ where we still can't comprehend every detail in it does not help. I hope you and mal are ok now and in the future.

[@Smashead22]

As someone who has dealt with neurological issues (epilepsy/seizures), that first occurrence is probably THE most scariest moment of your life. I feel for you so much right now Stephen. For me it took almost a year for my family and I to get the right diagnosis and it was scary at times. There was no convulsing, just zoning out (best I can explain it) for short periods of time, but I am happy that you were able to get your diagnosis figured out quickly. I've been on my meds for over 10 years and I've only had one breakthrough episode. So that's good right? Again happy that you've gotten this issue figured out, man. Cause damn is it scary.

[@Madmushroom64]

Thank you for letting us know everything that’s been going on. Very glad to see that you seem to be dealing with it well and are still in good spirits, despite how scary it kinda sounds! I’ve never heard of TGA until now, but it sounds like it has more to do with forming memories like you said. That means it shouldn’t interfere with any retrieval of your other memories, which is good! Two comments I wanna make: 1: In grad school, I’ve learned that a diagnosis is actually very difficult to get “revoked” once it’s part of your medical records, so that might explain why you weren’t given a diagnosis, since they weren’t entirely confident that’s what you were experiencing. Regardless, now that you better understand it, it still accomplishes giving you some peace of mind about what’s happening. 2: it sounds like it doesn’t affect your procedural memory, which relates to long term memory concerning your ability to do certain things. As you said, it wouldn’t make you unable to remember how to drive, since that’s a procedural skill. It also explains how you were able to get through filming a whole patreon video with it occurring. You’ve done vlogging for so long, that it’s a skill embedded into your memory. Just thought you might like to know that.

[@valenehulme2182]

Thank you for sharing. I had my 2nd TGA episode last week. The first one was 4 years ago. Both happened immediately after waterskiing, many hours away from civilization on a houseboat. One member of our party 4 years ago had seen it before, and after googling, it was clear that it was textbook TGA. Then when it happened again, my husband could easily tell what it was. I lost about 10 hours of time/memory this time as opposed to only 1.5 hours the first time. Also came out of it with a headache, and I'm not a headache-y person in general. I still haven't been to a Dr. about it because it doesn't seem necessary, but I may change my mind. It is such a disorienting experience and scary when coming out of it.

[@banihex]

Whew! Glad you had someone, Mal, there to be with you. I’ve been watching from the beginning, only checking in now a few times a year. Had to be scary, but so happy to hear it’s not something life threatening. Thank you for sharing and for sure helping others who have this same experience and find this video!

[@wesleyem3]

I'm sure this video will be a great help to many. Here's hoping you don't have to go through that again, and in the future this will just be a crazy story to tell. Thank you for sharing, Stephen

[@Sierracat7807]

haven’t finished the entire video yet but man this sounds like such a scary experience, i think as humans we really cling to our memories and the assurance that we have them; i can’t imagine that feeling of being there but not being able to form any memories about it. i’m glad you at least got to figure out what it is (or at least a Very good idea that it is) and that you have mal there to help you with it, she is very strong for being able to go thru this too..! i wish you guys the very best (*˙˘˙)♡

[@Alfonso162008]

It's so nice to hear and see how they help and support each other on their respective issues. They've been through a lot in the last couple of years.

[@FiveTrenchcoats]

Thank you so much for sharing this experience! This seems like it was an incredibly harrowing experience and I'm sure that making this video will help at least one person in future who goes through something similar. Wishing you the best!

[@hardslaps]

Much love Stephen and Mal

[@AlanCS1104]

Damn Stephen, sorry this happened to you…twice! You and Mal have been through a lot these past few years. TGA sounds really bad. I have Epilepsy so I know what it’s like to have a neurological disorder. I hope you guys get through this.

[@emberlaura]

Stephen, thank you for sharing this, considering how stressful the experience must have been. I hope others can learn from this, I've learned a lot today from this.

[@scientificostrich]

I'm sorry to hear that you've had to deal with this phenomenon, and twice now ='( Thank you for sharing with us; I can't imagine what it was like for the last two years for both of you to be dealing with medical complications. Sending love and hugs to you both!

[@isaacwilton4610]

You're amazing! Thank you for sharing this. You always speak very well and with precision when it's time to relay information.

[@StephenStaver]

Sending good vibes. I remember you mentioning having to re-record the patreon video, so now it makes sense why. Definitely scary sounding. I am glad you're ok.

[@nicc23]

Thank you for being so brave Stephen. Both in going through all of this suffering as well as sharing it to inform and help others. Also bless Mal for being so helpful and caring. I'm sorry y'all endured something so scary and I'm so relieved to hear that there shouldn't be too much to fear long term. Good vibes are immediately being sent y'alls way! ❤

[@ollytomlinsonmusic]

So saying thankyou for sharing and being so open about these things, and really making folks awear of things by sharing your stories. Good vibes to you both ❤️

[@ShadowHunter303]

It's always amazing hearing Stephen talk like this cause he has an excellent way of really helping you understand what it felt like and the positive outlook and the humor he always keeps is great to see. I hope for the best for both You and Mal

[@AttackOnToxix]

I would like to watch this all the way through, but I become incredibly anxious with topics like this. With that being said, I can not imagine how truly terrifying that experience was for you, and I'm so very sorry you had to go through it, and had it pushed back, and are still going through it. I am very happy and grateful that you have people there to accompany you and reassure you as you are dealing with this, and are continuing to hopefully improve! I wish the absolute best and hope that everything turns out Stephen Mal and Keppy!

[@guitarhero9392]

Glad to hear you’re doing okay Stephen! And sympathies for having to go through that experience. It reminds me of when I developed amnesia due to a extremely low blood sugar due to my diabetes and I couldn’t remember anything, and that is definitely a frightening feeling. Good vibes to you and the Georg family! 🖤

[@ItsRidicuLiz]

It’s very brave of you to both go through this and choose to share it with everyone. Good vibes and glad to hear you’re okay.

[@thomasmalone6273]

I just want to wish you the best of vibes, and all my love. Thanks for being willing to share this with us.

[@MLFinney]

That all must have been very scary indeed; I'm so sorry you had to go through it, Stephen. Mal, too - she did a great thing in keeping you company and grounded, and in researching what was happening. You're wonderful people and you deserve wonderful lives free of medical woes. I wish you both the very best, and hope you don't suffer anything further

[@annabananabread9773]

While you were talking about the episode, it reminded me of how I’ve felt in the middle of panic or anxiety attacks. I’m fortunate that I haven’t had one in a long time, but it’s scary not knowing what’s really going on the first few times it happened to me. I eventually learned what they were and how to best deal with it. And the reassurance that you’re overall going to be okay is huge. I’m glad you have Mal there to help, and I hope your head pain stays away. I do deal with chronic headaches, and they’re not fun. Really hard to get work done with them

[@colinmacphee]

All the best to you Stephen. I can only imagine how weird it is to watch something you do not remember what so ever so it makes sense you re-recorded your Patreon video

[@PichuDude1999]

I have problems with dissociative amnesia and I have memory problems because of it. Sometimes I lose hours of my day, sometimes only minutes. I don't recognize my voice or my face or my body. I forget how to walk sometimes and how to breathe. I forget those I love's faces. I understand how scary it is to not know what's happening and to lose time and memories. I hope it never happens to you again. Thank you for sharing your experience, Stephen. I hope things go wonderful for you and Mal. I'm a long time fan.

[@eli-aleth]

Good vibes Stephen! I am so sorry that his happened, I can only imagine how scary it was. I am really glad isn't something serious tho!! I deal with some memory issues as well (waaay more mild tho) and I know it suck. Big hugs mate! Take care!! And btw, thank you for talking about this, you really help us to learn new important stuff and create awareness around health issues!

[@koptamizo]

That does sound so scary to go through, but I’m glad you’ll be okay, Stephen! Take care!

[@motherfaerie]

i'm glad that you're okay, Stephen. sending you and Mal a lot of big love and good vibes.

[@_J_Moore]

Sorry to hear that you've had to deal with this. Can't even begin to imagine how upsetting it must've been. Been dealing with bizarre migraines, myself, the past 2 years. Went about 6 months with fairly intense feeling of pressure around my head, random muscle weakness, and a really delirious feeling (luckily it's eased up since then), but not knowing was definitely the worst part.

[@SiberianNinja-Jin]

Sending good vibes your way. I just had to stop what I was doing to listen to all of this cause omg that's quite scary. I'm glad you have Mal to be with you and vice versa.

[@laurasunflora3218]

I’m so sorry to hear this Stephen. It brought me to tears thinking about how unsettling and terrifying that experience must have been, for both you and Mal. Praying for you guys! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@BlameThande]

Well done for being open about this Stephen. Scary as it is, I'm glad it's not something more serious like the seizure-related conditions you described, and I hope it doesn't reoccur. Also thank you for clarifying it is not related to your memory in general, as I think a lot of us would have felt bad for doing jokes about the latter over the years!

[@TsunamiKitten56]

That does sound scary! But I'm so happy you have someone like Mal, and such a huge support group ❤️ hopefully things get better. I know you've dealt with memory loss and Vertigo, so I hope everything is okay. Much love ❤️

[@thethunderstriker9416]

I’m glad to hear this isn’t something that will majorly affect you and it sounds like you’ll be okay! And thank you and Mal for making vlogs like this one and the Endo one. It’s good to be knowledgeable about stuff like this just in case it were to ever happen to myself or a loved one!

[@KaleZ5272]

Wow, I’m so sorry to hear that this happened to you. Thankfully it sounds like it won’t reasonably happen again. You and your family have been through a lot lately. It’s great to see that no matter what happens, your humor remains the same quality

[@superskullking666]

Nothing but Love and Good Vibes to you and Mal

[@TheFuzzyOcelot]

I find the concept of forgetting things pretty scary just in general, so my heart goes out to you. I'm happy that you're able to share things like this, I feel like it's important to get things like this out there, regardless of if people knew you before it.

[@KingCyrus20]

Hearing you talk about the conversation you had with Mal where stuff kept being repeated and you couldn't form new memories reminded me of one time when my dad had a seizure and he kept asking the same questions over and over afterwards for 30 minutes to an hour. I guess the same kind of "memory resets" happen in that scenario too. It's a little scary that it can also happen without any kind of obvious trigger, like a seizure.

[@nightwolfMKT]

Your description reminds me of a documentary I saw not too long ago called The Man with No Short-Term Memory, where after an almost deadly bout of flu he was in that state for decades, never remembering anything he just did and feeling like he wasn't there in the moment, as if he wasn't able to think. I can't imagine how scary it'd be even for a couple hours being in the state of remembering nothing that happens.

[@E3kHatena]

This is no doubt rough to go through and deal with, I’m very glad to know it’s not as serious as it could have been. Here’s hoping it doesn’t happen again, and it’s nice to know you have Mal for support the way you do regardless.

[@catblackburn7486]

Definitely an alarming thing to hear about, but I'm glad you and Mal have taken such serious steps to understand what it is and what to do about it. Thanks as always for keeping us informed. And let us know if you ever want us to lay off the grandpa jokes for a bit. 👍

[@Kelly.8]

Thanks for sharing this with us, Stephen. I'm glad to know that you'll likely won't experience that again. Hope that you both are doing okay and that with GGB's retirement you get a bit more time to relax! Good vibes~

[@travellinmark2745]

I am glad you have seen a neurologist and been tested. It is also remarkable how much you and Mal choose to share. Take care of yourself.

[@FlashtheFirefox]

I’ve never hear of TGA before but it’s sounds terrifying, I can’t imagine going through it and I’m sorry that you did, I’m glad that Mal was there with you during all of this despite it being a scary experience for both of you. Thank you for sharing this with us all Stephen, I’m wishing you and Mal all the best; I sincerely hope you don’t have to go through this again but if by chance it does I think that your idea of capturing it on film is a good one.

[@leirinstoybox]

This sounds so scary to experience Stephen, I'm really sorry you've been going through this. The part where you made the same joke twice while Mal was talking to you broke my heart. It was when you were talking about dealing with vertigo a couple years back that I ended up discovering I have it, too (luckily nowhere near as prominent now as it was the year I found out I had it). I really hope the TGA is something that can be subdued with time too.

[@Wheels2056]

I had never heard of this, thank you for opening up and talking about it. Sitting here listening to you talk about it made me feel frightened that this could just happen to anyone at any point in time. At least it's not early signs of dementia or anything like that, but I can only imagine how terrifying in the moment it was.

[@RedDragonForce2]

Praying for your recovery!! While I never had episodes like that, I have had some flashes of isolated amnesia. Nothing severe, but there are times where I do forget what I was doing. Though that may happen to many of us. I’m not sure I can imagine having TGA.

[@Firestar1992]

Man, you two really deserve an extended break. So many doctor visits and surgeries and tests. ❤️ Take care of yourselves. Your description sounds oddly like the one time I ever had anesthesia; it was a minor dose that kept me awake because it was for a dental surgery. I know I was awake and aware the whole time, but only have one specific memory of the entire procedure and have no idea how long it even took.

[@MrGamerCaptain]

I love your love for recording things for posterity. The fact that you wanted to record an episode of this phenomenon for researchers is virtuous.

[@farwahaider5019]

listening to you explain TGA and your experience was so scary, and I am so so glad that you are ok, I had family with dementia so I know just how scary watching your loved one have memory trouble is. all of my well wishes are with you and Mal and fingers crossed this ends is the last time you have to go through something like this

[@DarkOverord]

I am glad it's not more "serious" (in quotes 'cus brain things scary!) and it is something you, and Mal, can work through. Sending all the good vibes

[@danielbarragan766]

I can't imagine how scary and weird it must have felt when you had the TGA episodes. I've been watching the vlog for a while and I've always admired the fact that you're not afraid of sharing topics like this on your vlog. Thanks for sharing this experience with everyone and I sincerely hope that you don't have any more episodes of it and that everything works out well. Sending you and Mal all of the Good Vibes™!

[@dantheguy3033]

That sounds really scary, but I'm glad that you seem to be alright! I'll be praying for you dude.

[@josevlog945]

i remember reading about TGA for my psychology course back in 10th grade. I don't remember much about the topic but your video gave a good refresher. I'm glad that you and Mal were able to confirm what it was and are trusting enough to share it. Sending Good Vibes to both of you so it doesn't happen again or if it does it's not as bad as the January 2021 episode. ❤

[@QuackTeamJames]

My grandfather had an episode of this actually, he was out counting butterflies as is one of his hobbies and came back with the similar "I don't remember what I've been doing" and needing to re-explain to him that they were on their way to the doctor every 4 minutes, and then it just wore off and he's been completely fine since. It sounds like a very emotional experience, but thanks for sharing your life and spreading awareness.

[@selder_7]

Been through the ringer lately, hope you both stay well, you have each other for support at least, so strong a couple 🙏

[@EU_Red_Fox]

Man that’s insane to see and yeah the brain is a scary thing to see when it thing happen to it. My migraines are now full of not gone but it caused blurred vision and incredible pain. To this day I don’t know what triggers it nor exactly what it is. Also I love that you’d capture it on camera that’s so you. It’s rare and scary but thankfully it doesn’t seem to happen again if ever like you say. Keep on going and doing what you do! ✌️

[@jokerri98]

This explains the experiences that I've had when eating edibles. The symptoms of TGA sound exactly like what happened to, for example the paranoia and the resetting memory. Thank you Stephen. It's good to know it wasn't anything more scary than that.

[@brettgb6073]

That has to be really scary. Just hearing about it is concerning. I'm really glad you have a handle on what it is, though, and that it's something that rarely happens to people who have this. I'm glad it wasn't something worse. Still scary, though, and I hope it never happens again. Good on you for gathering the information and presenting this in a way that could help other people. Sending good vibes to you both.

[@ericas8272]

I'm so glad you got [some] answers to this, and that it should hopefully never happen again. The brain is weird and complex and sometimes makes no sense. I am so glad you and Mal have each other in situations like this. Much love and good vibes to you both!

[@adamblackman1948]

This is scary but I'm glad you bring it up at the same time, makes understanding what happened to the baritone in my barbershop quartet easier. He's been diagnosed recently and like you said towards the middle, is in his 60s and has a very similar sense of humor to you.

[@RealUncD]

Love ya Stephen!🤘🤘 We got your back. We're all your great big family.🤘

[@johnmcfarland3629]

Hope this gets better for you love your content on both channels prayers for yall both.

[@tantheman0921]

TGA sounds pretty scary. I'm glad that Mal is able to help you out with this. Just like how you helped her during her surgery. 🙏

[@lycaonking4250]

This is the first vlog I've seen from you since pre-covid, I was not expecting the anxiety I got from hearing your experience 💀 I seriously hope you're doing okay now Stephen, especially with the headaches you're currently having as well! 💚

[@lisawheeler4143]

Thank you for sharing . This just happened to me too. Listening to you makes me feel better. 💖

[@RedLionKNC]

It's very jarring how similar these symptoms were to what I experienced with drug-induced delirium. It's really such a frightening, confusing experience, and my heart goes out to you, to Mal, and to anyone else who has experienced this. I wish you all the best.

[@dragonz8887]

I'm sorry to hear that, Stephen. Hopefully you find a smooth path to medical and self recovery and can recuperate your emotions. This must've been super jarring. Feel better soon, buddy!

[@silkscreen87]

So sorry Stephen. We love ya and hope this doesn't happen again. Here's hoping! Cheers and take care of yourself! 🖤🖤🖤

[@BHLani]

I'm very thankful that you made this video. I was just in ER with my mom last week with some issues, and she was diagnosed with having a TGA. I remembered this video and was immediately relieved because I knew it was something that wouldn't be lasting. Thank you so much for being open about your experiences with TGA.

[@beckystar3327]

Jeez Stephen, I hate that this has happened to you. And I know you say not to worry even in the face of scary things. But as someone who gets really emotional really easily, I've been crying the whole time I've been watching the video, and still am. I'm at least glad that you were able to share this news, and have the knowledge to prepare in the long run. Stay well ❤

[@NaviNeku24]

Man, hearing your experiences with TGA reminds me of Dory with short-term memory loss. I remember seeing my grandmother have dementia, which is really jarring because she went from being self-sufficient to being barely functional in a few years. She passed a couple years ago. Either way, we hope things get better for you soon, Stephen! Lots of love! 💚

[@OctoberDoesArt]

This was super interesting to me as someone who is into psychology and stuff like this. I'm super relieved that it's nothing serious! Also with the headaches, I get those too, but only twice a year every few years. It starts as if I was staring at a bright light and looked away, but that blind spot never went away, and then I get the headache. Hearing others' stories in the comments were interesting, migraines and memory stuff is wild!

[@markcellini1928]

I’m grateful it’s not too serious. But it definitely made me think about my friend’s father who had Early-On-Set Alzheimer’s Disease and had since passed away last summer. Thankfully you and Mal are taking extreme measures about this. Sending good vibes.

[@sillysailorartemis]

Much love, brother!

[@laurenallen456]

Stephen, you are so brave. I am glad this likely doesn’t indicate further scary moments or health concerns, but I want you to know that even if it did, I (and I am sure most everyone here) would be here with you. You are brave to make the vlog at all, to make a vlog about this, but most of all you are brave to be able to ask for help. I’m sure your family is grateful that you have this invaluable skill. I respect you so much, Stephen. You have such an impact on so many peoples’ lives just by being yourself. Sending so much love to you and Mal and your folks.

[@crimsongamer2337]

I'm thankful you posted this Stephenvlog, my Grandma has been suffering from TGA and this has helped me understand her issue a whole lot more.