We're Breaking Up... | Gay Q&A

[@FreewillUSA]

Dear Daniel, I'm sorry it hasn't worked out, and I hope you and Alex can still have a special relationship going forward. You took 3 wishes and none of them were for yourself. Such a kind person deserves happiness.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much, Roger. Really hope, and believe, that Alex and I will still have a special bond to one another. We understand each other so well, so it will be hard not to, I believe. We will still be the best of friends, that's my belief. Thank you for your support! ❤️

[@harvestmoon_autumnsky]

Not to dwell on the sadness in this video, here are my favorite parts. Your bravery not letting grief overwhelm you. The autumn colors and the misty, golden lighting. The mushroom still at 14:24. The sound of the wind in the grasses as you talk about music that you choose for your videos. I'm glad you chose to pursue this creative path so that others can learn about you, and your unique human experience, but also to use digital media to share with others around the globe the superlative natural beauty of Sweden.

[@rollingwiththepauls]

So sorry Alex's stay in Sweden didn't work out. You're very brave for sharing and mature for wishing him well. It's all part of the journey of life; hang in there! Also, I really thought you were a film student and not someone who started a year ago! Your videos are so well put-together, visually stunning, and awe-inspiring. You have a gift! Big hugs and loves from the Pauls 🥰❤🤗

[@DanielErik]

Yes, it really sucks that his stay here wasn't the easiest. With that said though, it has also been so many great moments! ❤️ And thank you for the compliments about the videos! Your videos are so wonderful as well! Wish you all well, the Pauls! 🥰

[@karinbergman1646]

Hi Daniel, this is your second video I watched, the first being about your visit with Jonna Jinton. I love your beautiful nature shots with drone and camera. The mushroom and the yellow flowers were gorgeous. I am so sorry that things have not worked out for Alex in Sweden, and that your relationship has been impacted. I wish you the very best. You are so talented and sensitive--the beauty comes through in your films. 🙏🏻🌷💗🌷🙏🏻

[@tierrabear10]

You are a true artist Daniel!! Stay true to who you are, always respecting yourself, and you will blossom! 🦋🌹

[@laurasvegantable]

Thank you for being so honest and compassionate! Showing up and being authentically you is not always easy; but you do a lovely job with sharing what's on your heart.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much for encouraging me to show myself, no matter how that is or how I feel. It means a lot to get that kind of support! 🙏🏻

[@kevingunderson7381]

Daniel - I’m so sorry that it’s not working out with Alex in Sweden. I can only imagine how difficult this is for the two of you & I will be keeping you close in my thoughts! Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my three wish’s question. Watching your videos over these past months gave me a sense of what a caring person you are, and the answer you gave to my question proved that to be true. You shared a selfless deep concern for the needs and well-being of others over your own. I couldn’t agree with you more!! Lastly, you have a gift of creating beautiful videos & I cannot believe you’ve only been doing this for 10 months. I always look forward to your next one! Sending a big hug from Minnesota…Take care ❤

[@DanielErik]

Kevin, thank you so much for your comment and your support when I need it the most. And thank you for your sweet compliments! I'm so glad you've found my channel, and that you seem to enjoy it. That puts such a smile on my face! How are you doing yourself? I hope you're well! ❤️

[@bekks_wq]

My heart hurts for you both. I appreciate your honesty, transparency and kindness as always. This video is beautiful. Looking forward to more! I love and miss you. ❤

[@DanielErik]

I love and miss you too, Bekks. And thank you for your support in these sad times. ❤️

[@DanielErik]

I love and miss you too, Bekks. Thank you for your support in these sad times. ❤️

[@tcraigy]

Sorry to hear that things will come to an end with yourself and Alex. It is nice to hear that you two still love each other very much. Wishing him well on his surgery and a speedy healing. Thank-you for sharing this very personal time in your life.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, Craig. We really do, we love each other so much and will really say goodbye on good terms. We're still each others best friends and will hopefully visit each other all the time! The thing that will change is that we're not romantically involved, and won't see each other daily. But we still care for each other deeply. Thank you for your wishes of a speedy recovery! 💕

[@NordicSami]

You are such a good soul Daniel Erik. So selfless. Thank you for your video's and allowing us to know you & see into your life....not one wish for yourself.

[@ewilson8504]

Sorry to hear this, Daniel. Such a sweet guy-- you deserve to be happy and you will. Take more time for yourself.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, I really appreciate it, Wilson. Wish you a beautiful weekend!

[@ewilson8504]

@@DanielErik Thanks, Daniel.

[@alannolet3109]

I just discovered your channel - and happen to be going through a separation currently, so this one, in particular, strikes a chord. It's not easy, but yes, it's important to see the positive, it's important to let it go. And yes, if you've truly loved someone, you'll always want what's best for them. I want the best for my guy. I realize I'm seeing this 11 months after the fact, but I hope you're doing well. All the best from Canada.

[@DanielErik]

Hi there! I'm so sorry to hear about you going through something as hard as a breakup. They suck. But I hope it will be for the best in the long run. And that you one day, hopefully, can remain friends. Sending you a big hug from Sweden! 💕

[@75gamp]

Daniel, you are an amazing man, I really like your natural sensitivity.

[@DanielErik]

Kris, you're so sweet! Thank you! 🤗🥰

[@lelandpeck4585]

oh Daniel, my heart aches for you!! All I can do is wish the best for you and Alex. I think you both have made a wise decision. PLEASE continue to make videos! You are doing a great job - each one is better than the one before. Love the nature scenes and your use of the drone.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much for you best wishes, it really means a lot in these time of grief. Because it really does feel like grief, even though we still know the other person is still there. But as you said, this is a wise decision. And I will keep making videos for as long as there are people out there who enjoyed them! I'm already working on the next one! It will be a lot of mountains in it - I went there to process everything. Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@wawa2]

So sorry Daniel! You are a beautiful soul, sending all my best to you.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, it means a lot! 🙏❤️

[@hsvalentine5169]

Dear Daniel, I cried so much watching these videos about you and Alex. I've been through what happened to you, and all my heart and love goes out to both of you, no matter where you are in the world. I've lived next door, in Oulu, Finland (and, sometimes, Helsinki), more than once. I live in London during summers, and Vermont during the the main year. Videos are hard to do, especially with these types of close-to-the-chest subjects. I guess my heart just needed to see these. Thank you. I'll continue to enjoy your videos. You have s new sub. -- @GlennieMGPIS in Vermont

[@DanielErik]

Thank you for such a sweet comment! It truly means a lot! ❤️ I'm sorry to hear you've gone through a smilier heartbreak, though. I hope you've had time to heal! 💕

[@USEALR]

I absolutely love your videos, please keep them coming, You are so talented and very creative, you are an absolute joy.

[@DanielErik]

Aww, thank you!! That really means so much to me! Comments like yours is why I keep making my videos! I wish you a nice weekend, Will! 🥰

[@MyPathtoSimpleLiving]

Awww I'm so sorry, Daniel. Try and stay present...that's when miracles happen. The universe may bring you together again, one day. 💕💕

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much. I'm sorry it took me a few days to get back to you! And the universe will bring us together again - but as good friends! I will definitely go visit him next year, and he'll also visit me here! 🥰

[@MyPathtoSimpleLiving]

@@DanielErik That's wonderful. Glad to hear that. 💕

[@gioia4030]

I'm so sorry, Daniel. Thank you always for sharing your heart, even when it's rough. Sending you lots of support. xo

[@DanielErik]

Thank you for your continuous support, Gioia. Always happy to hear from you. Wishing you a wonderful weekend that's coming up! 💕

[@foreverandever1111]

I'm going through all your videos, going through all these feelings 😮🩷😭💛 with my 3 dogs laying with me. I love your videos and your perspective on life, I was born in Mexico, I have lived forever in Canada, I visited your country in 2019 and if I could, I would pack and go now!

[@DanielErik]

Oh, how glad I am to hear you're going though my videos and that you like them so much! 🥰 Ah, so you've been to Sweden? Where did you go? ☺️

[@foreverandever1111]

@@DanielErik I was in Falun and Stockholm, Swedes are so polite! One day if you come to Canada I would love to show you around, you would love the lakes💙 We are in Alberta.

[@WonderfulWorld316]

Sorry about this... be strong and believe that good things are coming your way. In times like these, words fail... Sending you a big cyber hug. Thanks for sharing more about you.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much fot the cyber hug! It means a lot, and I'm seeing one right back! 🥰

[@WonderfulWorld316]

@@DanielErik 💜

[@JosephMay-gp8mo]

You and Alex will find a way to live together happily. It's not over yet. Don't give up. Your chemistry is too strong together. You both are so in love with each other. Hang in there. I love you both so much.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much for the love and for rooting for us! We have been together again - but as friends! He was here and helped me move a few weeks ago! 🥰

[@tommyandpeter]

Daniel, so sorry that it didn't work out with you and Alex. It sucks, that it must be like this 😥 It's hard now but we hope it will get better over time... Thanks for explaining how you got inspired and started making videos! We love Jonna Jinton, such a kind soul 😊 When we started KZbin, we also didn't know anything about filming and editing and we were so awkward. You were already so much better at the beginning than us 😁 But KZbin is a journey and gaining experience is a part of it 😊 Love hearing about the whole process - it's similar with me (Peter) and I spend so much time looking for beautiful or interesting music that would fit with the footage. I love filming in nature even though for some people it can be boring and they want something fast paced and crazy, I love the calmness and beauty 💚 Your 3 wishes - so beautiful 🥲

[@DanielErik]

Hi Tommy and Peter, and thank you. Yes, it is hard, but we both believe it's for the best. And it doesn't mean we don't love each other, it rather the opposite. We love each other so much that none of us wants to see the other one sacrifice too much. 😔 How fun that you also like Jonna Jinton! And you're so right, KZbin sure is a journey! And just like you, I like the calmness and beauty! So fun hearing a little bit of your process! 🥰

[@PatRuppel]

You're a kind and gentle man, Daniel. Don't ever change that. ❤

[@DanielErik]

You're so sweet! Thank you! Much love to you! ❤️

[@maxdexpeditions]

As long as you love each other, everything will be fine. I know that’s easier said than done, and I don’t know you two personally. But, my wife and I are immigrants separated by continents for years, struggled with a lot of things until finally, we are now together and settled down. As long as you two love each other, your time will come 😊

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, Max, for that glimpse of hope! I hope that's true, even if it wouldn't be romantically, our time may come in the future where we can be closer together again! 💕 And I'm so happy you and your wife are able to be together, finally! ❤️

[@Joshis]

I am so sorry to hear this. I know everything will all work out for you whatever happens. Hope you are alright and ill be looking forward to your next video in the mountains 🙂

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, Josh. And I look forward to sharing the mountain video with you! Wishing you a nice weekend! 💕

[@TJDuffy-ip3ue]

Daniel, your comment about "sometimes love isn't enough" is so true. I was in a similar situation in 2008. I was in love with a wonderful man. We had a bromance for six years. But, my dream was to move to Alaska. He did not share that dream. When I finally moved to Alaska in 2008, he stayed in the southern U.S. I knew it was for the best that we end our relationship even though we loved each other. I knew he would not be able to move on and find another unless I was 100% out of the picture. So, slowly, over time, I faded gradually from his life, knowing I would likely never see him again. It's been 15 years this month. I wish him well. I know he wishes the same for me, wherever he is. I wish the same for you, if this is what is meant to be. One day, you will look at his pictures and smile instead of cry.

[@DanielErik]

Breaks my heart to hear how you had to go through that. It's so painful. But yes, it is for the best in the long run. I'm sure both of you still think of each other now and then, with admiration and love. Yet knowing it was all for the best. ❤️

[@freedom.in.silence]

"But sometimes love is not enough, and things have to come to an end"... I know exactly how that feels like, I was at such a point 2 years ago. Daniel, you are doing so well with your thought process and how you deal with this situation! You are absolutely correct, that new things will come out of the ashes, even if everythings just looks hopeless and sad right now. I'm sorry you have to go through this, but my experience was that I learned SO MUCH along the way and I wouldn't be the same person today with the wisdom I gained, if things back then didn't come to an end despite of love, because yes, love just wasn't enough. I am thankfull today that things happened as they did, even though it was so unbearably painfull at first. Also thumbs up that you realised it's not good to let the sadness and emotions consume you. I hope my words will help a little bit, I know it's hard to see the positives right now. I feel like a lot of us are going through huge challenging changes this fall, for me it is that I started to work a normal job again because I have to, and I'm really struggling to accept this new situation that I don't want, and not having much time anymore for the things I do want... I will work on a video about this soon, when I find the time in between😔 I will continue to watch your video now, I just stopped there to comment first, because everything you said in the first few minutes resonated so much with me and I had goosebumps, thinking all the time "yes exactly, so true". I wish the best for you and Alex and also his surgery, and that you will rise out of this situation with new wisdom and new doors opening! Sending you a big hug ❤

[@DanielErik]

So nice to hear from you again! We seem to be on the same level when it comes to most things. Working a normal job is hard, believe me. So I really feel your pain in having to start working again. And as you write, these thing will only make us stronger and help us grow. Especially when there's no bitterness towards the person you're breaking up with. I hope you've manage to still have a friendly contact with the person the similar thing you went through happened with. And thank you for your wishes in Alex's surgery going well! I hope you will have a wonderful weekend, that's coming up soon! 🥰

[@freedom.in.silence]

@@DanielErik Yes indeed, I noticed that too, and it's such a comforting feeling to know that there are others out there who think and feel the same ☺ This video of you really touched my heart deeply, I was already quite emotional myself, so maybe that increased what I felt when watching it. But when you said you just wish that Alex can be happy and had to take a short break... my eyes got teary as well. You are a wonderful kind person! And you just inspired me to spend more of the little time I have now on a new video. It's true, being out in nature filming makes me notice little things and details that I wouldn't pay attention to otherwise and it's such a wonderful feeling of curiosity, discovery and surprise. And there is something so extremely satisfying when editing a video and just matching the music with the right clips in the right moment, creating certain feelings... I love it too. Thanks for inspiring me to get back to it 😊

[@juanramos.jr.7948]

You are a special person. Love will find you again❤❤❤❤

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, Juan! I'm sure it will! Right now I feel pretty good being single, I'm so focused on moving up north right now (as seen in my latest vlog), but I hope I'll eventually find someone who enjoys nature the same way I do! 🥰

[@LibbyWithnall]

Such beautiful images at the start of this video. So sorry to hear that things have not worked out for both of you as a couple. I can't begin to imagine the heartache you must be experiencing, but it's obvious you love and care for Alex and want the best for him (which sadly is not with you in Sweden). On a happier note I enjoyed the Q&A. I'm a fellow vegan and totally agree with you about the greedy, old men who are power hungry. What a sweet heart you are with your wish for Alex.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, Libby! Even though this was mostly me talking about the relationship and doing a Q&A, I really wanted some beautiful scenes in at the start and the ending. I'm glad you liked it! And yes, it's very sad that wats best for us as individuals, isn't the same as what's good for us as a couple. It sucks, quite frankly. But it is what it is. And now both Alex and I have to process that, with all its heartache it entails. 😔 On another note though, how fun to meet another vegan here! That's amazing! How long have you been vegan?

[@LibbyWithnall]

@@DanielErik I've been vegan for about 4 years but vegetarian for almost 20 🙂

[@DanielErik]

@@LibbyWithnall that’s amazing! Keep going strong! 💪🏻☺️

[@4nshale]

Sorry, to hear of your pain. True love is definitely enough. You should never give up on this love. However, love isn’t always easy and requires compromise. Do what it takes to make it work and everything else will fall into place.

[@DanielErik]

"Do what it takes to make it work and everything else will fall into place." That's what we did by breaking up. If we would have stayed together, both of us would have had to compromise too much, to the point that our love would have turned into resentment. We refused to let that happen. Today, we still love each other, but as friends. And that's much better than what would have happened if we stayed together. So it was sad and hard when we broke up, but it has definitely been for the best in the long run. Thank you for your comment! 💕

[@4nshale]

@@DanielErik Terrific. I am glad all is well. You are a very kind and caring person. May your life be full of blessings. You deserve the best which life has to offer.

[@DanielErik]

@@4nshale aww, thank you! You’re so sweet! You deserve the best life has to offer as well! We both do! 💕

[@nicolakuehn1516]

So glad to see your elder videos now like a review - really interesting, it makes things round ❤😊

[@DanielErik]

Glad to hear that! 🥰

[@lilianadoval8927]

Sweet Daniel dear and blessed boy. It's ok not to be ok. Letting go is a very complicated thing but you have to go through that stage to be able to heal and move on. The future is always a mystery so who knows? Yu are stronger than you imagine and you will find the happiness again. Listening to you speak with your heart in your hand inspires me to hug you tight and tell you that everything will be fine. Because that's how it's going to be. Time to time. Easy to say, difficult to put into practice. I know. Take care of yourself. You worth and you deserve the best. Kisses and hugs Daniel. Your pain is our pain.we love you.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you for reminding me that it's okay to not be okay. I know that's true, but it's always nice to hear someone say that to you. And thank you for all your hugs, even if they're "only" virtual ones. That really mean a lot, and warms my heart. Especially now in a time I really need the comfort. Pleas take care of yourself, I wish you a beautiful rest of the week! 🥰💕

[@lilianadoval8927]

@@DanielErik When Alex was returning to his country on his previous trip, you sat in the car with tears in your eyes said something that stuck with me: " I love him to death" It will be difficult but you will overcome it. Kisses.

[@DanielErik]

@@lilianadoval8927 I did say that. How nice of you to remember. It will be very hard, but I have to overcome it. And I know I will. And what’s beautiful in all of this, is that we still love each other - so we can also find comfort from one another. Even though it hurts knowing that love wasn’t “it”.

[@lilianadoval8927]

@@DanielErik " The heart has reasons that reason does not know". Take your time and then you will see. I carry you in my heart sweetie.

[@DanielErik]

@@lilianadoval8927 thank you! ❤️🙏

[@markuserikssen]

I'm watching this 7 months late, but I hope you are doing okay Daniel! I'm so sorry to hear what happened. When I was watching this video, I almost got tears seeing you like that, but also because I experienced the same. I had a relationship with someone abroad, moved to a new country, but wasn't feeling too well over there, so I had no other option than to leave. It was hard to say goodbye to the love of my life, but I needed to get back to my "happy place". All I can say is that time will heal all wounds and new doors will open up. Thanks for sharing this with us. Take care!

[@DanielErik]

Hi Markus, and thank you for taking time to write! I'm doing okay, thanks! Alex and I remain the best of friends, and we text and check in on each other all the time. I feel so grateful that we're able to stay in each others lives! ❤️ I'm sorry to hear that you had to go through something similar. It really is heartbreaking, so I feel with you! But ultimately, I believe you made the right decision! There are just places were we don't feel at home, no matter how much we try. Not even love can help us when that feeling creeps up. I hope you're doing better now, and that you're happy wherever you are! May I ask where you live today?

[@markuserikssen]

@@DanielErik No problem at all! I'm happy to hear you are still friends with Alex. Even if love doesn't work, you can still be in each other's lives as friends. I'm doing the same with my ex. We still care a lot about each other. It was a hard decision to break up and it took many months to get to that point, but I felt much better once I listened to myself. I guess Alex is doing the same, and that's probably the right decision after all. I'm originally from The Netherlands, but I was living in Sweden (Stockholm, Uppsala, and Sundsvall) for about 7 years. Before the pandemic started, when I was living in Stockholm, I got a relationship with an Icelander. It sounds quite random. After a long-distance relationship for 1,5 years, I moved to Iceland to give it a try. This was during the pandemic. Even though it is a beautiful country with super friendly people, I didn't feel like the right place for me. After many months, I decided to listen to myself and move back to The Netherlands, to be closer to family and friends. Now I feel much better. But I do miss Sweden a lot! So my ultimate dream is to have a house in Sweden, and to stay in Sweden whenever I want to (with remote work). I can definitely see myself living in or near Stockholm again. Anyhow, long story! Are you feeling better these days?

[@DanielErik]

I'm glad to hear that the two of you can also remain friends! It's so sad to me when two people who care for each other, just stop staying in touch. I understand that might be the best in some cases, but it's still so very sad! Yes, he is, and so am I! During the time we were together, is when I started to realize I wanted to live a simple life at the countryside. So we both kinda realized it wasn't a good fit, looking at where we wanted to be in life. So brave of you to listen to yourself in that situation! It takes a lot of mental energy, realizing what that means for the relationship... How fun that you've lived in Sweden though! I live part-time in Stockholm and part-time in Dalarna, in a small village. But this summer I plan on moving further up north, to another small village. And this will be full-time! ☺️ I'm definitely feeling bettar these days, way better! But the move is stressing me out a bit - I'm so nervous and scared! Haha!

[@markuserikssen]

@@DanielErik I agree with you. As long as the relationship ended in a good way, I don't see why you can't be friends with your ex. Maybe it will fade away when one of us ends up in a new relationship, but that's not my intention. It's hard when both have a different vision on life, on where you want to be. That's exactly what happened to us as well. Even though he sometimes talked about living abroad in a new country, I knew that he wouldn't be happy there, being away from family and friends. He just wanted to do it to fix the relationship, not because it was his dream. But then probably both of us wouldn't be happy after all. The situation took a lot of energy indeed, but it was for the better. I guess KZbin recommended your channel because it's related to Sweden. I watched several videos and really like the content! Your face seems familiar as well, but we've probably never met. Do you enjoy Stockholm? Dalarna seems beautiful and very typical Swedish. I've only been to Falun, which was very beautiful. In what part of Sweden will you be living? And can you work remotely? Happy to hear that you're feeling better. I can imagine that moving is a bit nerve-wracking, but also exciting!

[@DanielErik]

Yes, that's exactly my view on it as well, I don't see any reason to stop talking to each other, just because you broke up! Unless it was an ugly break-up, that's another thing! I completely understand the situation, I was thinking about moving myself, to Los Angeles, but deep down I knew that's not what I wanted and fortunately I listened to that. I know that non of us would be happy if any of us had moved or stayed for the other person. Then it's honestly better, both individually and for the friendship, to break up. How long ago was it since you broke up? Nah, I don't really enjoy Stockholm, not anymore. It's too crowded for me now! I need a lot of nature and solitude, and I can't really find that here! Oh, and I'm glad you like the content I share! I will be living in Jämtland! We have another country house up there as well! I don't know how I'll figure out work and having an income, though... Right now, the only source of income I know I'll have, is my Patreon. And that won't cover even half my expenses, haha! So I have to figure something else out, but don't know what quite yet! But I will figure something out when I'm there, I'm sure! But it is a little nerve-wracking to not know! 😅

[@JosephMay-gp8mo]

Wow the country side is so beautiful. I'm so sorry your life is falling apart 💔. Take care of yourself first.

[@RH-sg4nn]

Beautiful how you said you wish for Alex to find happiness and to be happy.

[@glennwoltjer4925]

Daniel so heart broken its always so hard to deal with a 💔 will be thinking of you and Alex I love watching your videos ...

[@DanielErik]

Thank you, Glenn. We're heart broken to. It really hurts, but we believe it's the best for our long-term happiness, and we're still the best of friends! Thank you for watching, I hope you'll have a great day! 🥰

[@marchelleolsem8371]

Keep it small keep it simple 🙏 Always have a humble heart 🙏💜🙏

[@LainaBranco]

I’m So sorry for the Love you lost , you have a Beautiful heart and soul you are inspirational . Love will find you again ❤❤️❤️

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much for your sympathy! I'm happy to say though, that we remain good friends! 🥰 Hope you'll have a beautiful day!

[@LainaBranco]

@@DanielErik wonderful , you’s have remained good friends 🥰

[@LainaBranco]

@@DanielErik ❤️❤️❤️

[@BenEstrangin]

Don’t forget to leave your door open! He mlght realise that love is more important than the rest ..May be in a different surroundings with different people . I’m French and my British lover came back after a year. We moved to Provence and enjoy now a happy life . Not rich but very close to nature. He goes back to England on holidays and the compromis works very well. Hugs and kisses from the South of France. Ben & Damian

[@DanielErik]

Hi there, Ben and Damian! How wonderful that you have found each other! I'm so happy for you! ❤️ About Alex and me, we are now very good friends! He was even her a few weeks ago, helping me move up to north of Sweden. Being friends feels right, I'm so happy we can be were we are right now! Oh, and being close to nature is being rich too! Just in another way! ☺️🙏🏻

[@j665]

For your next Q&A: You're an incredible photographer and editor, and Alex is an amazing director and actor; as tremendous filmmakers and storytellers, did the two of you ever collaborate on any narrative films together?

[@DanielErik]

Oh, that's a good question! Do you want me to save it for another Q&A, or have a short little answer here? Don't know when the next Q&A will be!

[@j665]

@@DanielErik Now's fine, I'd love to know!

[@DanielErik]

@@j665 we never did unfortunately, but we did talk a little about it when there was a film festival here in Stockholm! We talked about doing a short film and submit it, but so much else got in the way that we never really got the time to do so! Maybe sometime in the future! ☺️

[@davidsheppard1362]

I too like ABBA. My favourite song is 'The day before you came'. I think that's the title. I wish you well Daniel. I wish you LOVE.

[@DanielErik]

That's such a wonderful song, David! It was their last one together, before they came back for one last time with "Voyage" last year! I think my favorite most be "Gimmie! Gimmie! Gimimie!" or "Super Trouper"! And thank you, I wish you the best too, in everything between love to everyday life! 🥰

[@Rob-yj9ew]

If I had 3 wishes now, I wish for you that you will find your soulmate, just as i did. And I am sure you will, you are a lovable gentle and good guy. I found your youtube vids today and i am enjoying watching them and learn a bit more about you. Thanks for the vids! ❤

[@DanielErik]

Oh, you found your soulmate? I'm so happy for you! That's wonderful! 🥰 I hope I will one day as well, but right now I'm pretty content. I love being up here and right now that's my focus. But sure, would the right guy show up... Yay! I'm so glad you found my channel! I hope you'll enjoy my videos and everything I will share from now on! The oldest videos are probably not as good though, since I was a beginner. ☺️ Hope you're having a wonderful weekend! 🥰

[@Rob-yj9ew]

@@DanielErik I will try and watch all of them. it is not only about the quality of the vids, but more about the quality of the content. I "found" my soulmate at work in 1986 and we are together since. They often say that gay relations don't stand, but I know a lot of gay couples that are together for over 3 years. I actually know a lot more str8 couples that did not survive the 5 year threashold...lol How is your health situation and work going along? Oh, I just saw your last vid, so that aswered my question about work.😉

[@DJLupyF]

Sometimes bad things have to happen in order to make room for something better that is coming.

[@DanielErik]

Very true! Today, I can definitely see that this had to happen for me to be able to move up to the north, which in turn made me blossom! So you're right! 🥰

[@ccscent1]

Hi. I'm sorry, too. When one door closes, another one opens. You'll love again.

[@DanielErik]

Hi Nikita, and thank you! I do believe you're right! I will love again, even if it will be hard finding someone out in the woods (where I basically live now), haha! ☺️ Luckily, Alex and I have been able to remain best of friends, and I feel so thankful for that! 💕

[@ronalddelong8382]

You. Are a beautiful loving gentle man. Many blessings for you.

[@DanielErik]

Thank you so much, Ronald. Blessings for you, too! ❤️

[@ocurlupndye]

I’ve just discovered you and your videos and I am mesmerized…not only with the beauty of your country, but more the beauty of your heart. Thank you sooo much for always transporting me to not only places of wonderment and awe,but also we discovering deep into my own heart.

[@DanielErik]

Aww, I was just sitting here still feeling a little disconnected from my latest visit to the city. Then I saw your comment! You gave me such a smile on my face! This was exactly what I needed! Thank you so much! Sending a big hug your way!! ❤️

[@louisjinhui1420]

Hey Beautiful! Smooth, entertaining! Your channel is improving i see. Some compilation there i see. here i leave a comment before going for the replay button!

[@DanielErik]

Thank you! 🥰

[@XanBos]

I hesitated watching this video, because I know already through other videos about the breakup. I guess I’m a romantic to the point that if there is love, there can be ways to keep love going through the good times and the tough times. I never like seeing two people who are actually in love, having to give up that love for something else. I guess because I’ve not found that person that wants to commit to a relationship, I pull hard for those who actually have a relationship. I don’t know about anyone else, but when I’m single I yearn for being with someone. When I was in a relationship, I was the happiest person. But it seems people don’t stay together for life anymore. It’s too easy to say, “I’m done” and walk away. Anyways, I wish the best for both of you. Your three wishes tell what kind of person you are. You didn’t want anything for yourself. Most people would want for them, and only them. As you know already, I love to comment on, and watch videos. I would love to actually create videos, depicting how I do art, but what I find is that the filming and editing of the videos takes a lot of time, and I haven’t found my way to get to that point of having time. Although, I am building a studio, so that I have a dedicated space for more creating, so it may work out that I find more time to do that. Wanting to do it all…. How many of us fit into that category? When I started out doing stage designs and construction, I wouldn’t let anyone do the artistic part of the stage set. I had to be the one doing it. I spent many long hours wearing myself down just to be in control of that part of the process. I found out as I kept doing it, that those who wanted to help, were being pushed away. So I gradually let others do the parts they felt comfortable with, while I guided them on how it should look. The results were the same, but I wasn’t burnt out, and others took pride in what they did. Take time to share the load with the people around you. They are there to do their part, and most of them want to help. It took me years to find that out. Lovely video as always, except for the crying at times. We all need a good cry. *hugs*❤❤

[@DanielErik]

I love that you're a romantic! I hope that never changes! ❤️ As said though, we never really gave up on our love. We gave up about being together. The love is still there, but in the form of a deep friendship! 🥰 Yes, filming and editing videos take a loooot of time, haha! 😅 That's why I usually takes 2 weeks between every video I publish. But I hope that won't scare you away - I definitely think you should try making videos! ☺️ I can 100% related to what you're describing about wanting to do it all! And it can be a hard lesson, learning that that is not always a good thing! 😅 I'm glad you've come to that realization though! I'm sure that makes things a bit easier for you! Sending you another hug! 🤗💕

[@magalirobinson9355]

Thanks for your video Daniel! Dew. I hope you are ok. Love to you always! 11/3/2023,5:14 pm.

[@andrewaway]

This makes me so sad. 💗💗

[@DanielErik]

Thank you for your compassion! 💕 But I'm happy to tell you that we're great friends! And we both feel this was the best outcome! ❤️

[@jgroot5617]

Daniel Erik ja het leven is een proces waarin je het ene moment valt en dan weer opstaat .Het leven met een ander is om te beginnen een klik hebben met de ander waarin je elkander tracht aan te vullen maar dan nog er zijn dan nog verschillen waarin je elkander probeert in elkanders waarden te laten wat niet altijd zal lukken. Daarin is het een proces waarvan je ooit hierin samen water bij de wijn moet doen. Ik begrijp best dat als er dan een moment komt waarvan je moet stellen dat als je zo ver van mening uit elkander ligt en er geen oplossing is dat dan de wegen van elkaar dan scheiden.Dit doet dan pijn en ik denk voor beiden .Je moet dan de kracht vinden om weer door te gaan en ik denk dat jij die echt kan vinden hoe moeilijk het ooit kan zijn Die kracht wens ik jou zeker toe .Ik vind het mooi hoe jij hier in deze opname hierover spreekt .Ik kijk uit naar verdere opnames van je .Groetjes Jos

[@gilbertmiller390]

It’s OK honey some people are ready to settle down some people when they’re younger or not. I didn’t meet my husband of 19 years until I was in my thirties

[@DanielErik]

Thank you! Yes, I haven't given up on one day finding the right one! 🥰

[@PatriciaPLESSIS]

Bonjour ! Daniel j’ai regardé tes vidéos je l’ai trouvé trop belle les paysages sont simple doux, je ne connaissais pas la Suède tu m’as fait voyage à travers tes yeux . J’espère que tu continueras à nous faire découvrir ton beau pays !!!!

[@DanielErik]

Hi! Thank you so much for your sweet comment! I'm so glad I was able to make you feel like you were here, seeing Sweden! And yes, I will definitely keep making videos, and I hope you want to keep watching! 🥰

[@cl2b34]

please turn on subtitles

[@DanielErik]

I completely understand that subtitles is wished for! I'm getting much better about it in my latest videos! The video I'm posting today have subtitles in 13 different languages! 🥰

[@Hadasee]

I cant believe anyone would even pick living in the US over Sweden.. Or any north west European country. 😅 I wish you all the strength to get through this❤

[@DanielErik]

Thank you!! It was a hard time, but we've both moved past it now, and are even able to remain great friends! I'm so grateful for that, because he's such an incredible person! ❤️

[@angelesmilan8203]

❤Daniel no hay subtitulos en español en este video😔😔😔

[@DanielErik]

I know, the older ones doesn't, unfortunately! I'm sorry! But my all my newer videos will have! 🥰

[@angelesmilan8203]

@@DanielErik gracias por tu respuesta Daniel!!!! 🥰🙏

[@patriciabarr4983]

❤️

[@DanielErik]

❤️💕

[@andrewaway]

💗💗

[@edouard-nicolasdimitriev5799]

I am gay. I lived for 15 years in Paris, where I was engaged in scientific activities. There I lived with a black Frenchman. My mother lives in Russia. Mom suddenly fell ill. Now I am in Russia to treat my mother. Russian society is terribly homophobic. I am nowhere to be out of work. My life is destroyed. Nobody needs me now. For Russians, I am an underhuman

[@DanielErik]

I’m so sorry to hear your situation. I hope your mom gets better soon. May I ask what kind of illness she has? And yes, it seems like Russia is very homophobic, unfortunately. I hope you one day can live the life you dream of! ❤️

[@edouard-nicolasdimitriev5799]

@@DanielErik Hello. Thanks for your reply! I was moved to tears..(Vrement touché) I will introduce myself My name is Eduard Nikolai I studied at the Higher School of Social Research in the city of Paris. I taught in Lausanne. I really love your videos, because I love northern nature. I was born in Russia. As you know, nature in Russia is very similar to Swedish nature. I won a competition and a scholarship. I went to study in France (literature, philosophy, psychology, anthropology, philology) In France, Unlike Russia, gay life is possible. I have always participated in all gay pride events, attended gay associations and found my love - a black French guy. A year ago, my mother in Russia had a coronavirus. After a year of development of complications in the kidneys. The other day she was in intensive care due to kidney failure. Kidneys. When she left the hospital, she got into the fact that she could not stay on her feet. Russia has very poor health insurance. So I have to take care of her instead of a nurse. I still keep waiting, and somehow I will continue writing my dissertation, which I started in Paris. Now I, like you, manage a KZbin channel on the topic of psychology and anthropology (in French and in Russian). I once spent a vacation in Norway. I really love Scandinavia. Swedes and Norwegians are very open, hospitable and pleasant people. In addition, you have a respectful attitude towards nature, love for it. And besides, there is no such homophobia as in Russia. Thanks again for your answer. I really like your video. And I would like to have a friend like you. I would be very glad to correspond with you. Edouard-Nicolas

[@jodieblake7398]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@DanielErik]

I know, it's all so sad. But we're still the best of friends, and I genuinely believe it will stay that way. Thank you for your support. 💕

[@jodieblake7398]

@@DanielErik Yeah this video was hurtful but it will all work out. You will always have my support!

[@DanielErik]

@@jodieblake7398 thank you, it means a lot! 🙏🙏

[@jodieblake7398]

@@DanielErik You're welcome!

[@NF-im1wq]

It's normal to be depressed when we have a loss of something we love most people get over it in 2 to 3 weeks if it doesn't go away after that then you might need someone to talk to

[@DanielErik]

Yes, it's all normal to feel this way when loosing something. But it's still hard, just have to overcome it. Your and everyone else's support definitely helps though! 🙏🏻❤️

[@davidmambrose4210]

Is there anything I can to do to help you or Alex. I live in a small University town in the mountains of Pennsylvania, USA. Would be willing to help either or both of you including to provide you housing. and non-sexual love.

[@DanielErik]

Hi David! How sweet of you to ask! 💕 If I ever visit Pennsylvania, I might take you up on that offer! But until then, the best way to support my work is simply by watching my videos and maybe even become a Patreon. 🥰 you can also email me on [e-mail] if you have any other ideas that I can't think of myself. Have a nice day, and thank you for caring! 🤗

[@johnfinbarr1160]

Why don’t you go to America with him? And live an American city which is very exciting, I can tell you. ❤❤❤

[@j665]

☹

[@DanielErik]

😔❤️