Why Did I Start Making Fun Facts?

[@DougSharpe]

Thanks for all the love, kind words and support everyone. There's so many comments on this post I wish I could go through and respond to them all (but truly I wouldn't know how to respond to most of them) But I am reading them and they do mean a lot to me. Big Thank You to all of you who dropped me a message here.

[@PeopleWatchingMarcus]

Love the transparency! Keep both your shorts and long form videos coming

[@AnnnaKathryn]

Your fun facts always caught my attention since it appeared in my feed but your story means a lot to me too. I've been going through a lot myself and I think I'm finally on the upswing. Haven't drank for nearly three months after going cold turkey. It was so bad I'd be drinking everclear at work. My girlfriend has been here for me through all this too which has made a ton of difference, and I'm sorry you were so alone. It's nice to hear a story of overcoming such a tough place to be in as yours, it makes it feel like there really is something worth fighting for. Looking forward to seeing where all this takes you and hearing more fun facts :)

[@richanddarksbane1439]

❤

[@Tao_Tology]

We very much 'grok' what you were saying.

[@christopheichhorn5893]

I know exactly what you mean, I was also there. Love you, Bro. Keep up working on your dreams, you are doing great. ❤

[@devoid-of-life]

Was not expecting an emotional roller coaster when I clicked on this but I thoroughly enjoyed every second. I can’t imagine how strong you must have been to get to where you are now.

[@Marder_IFV]

Same

[@jontee4free]

Yea really wasn't expecting this from the fun fact guy, but it's awesome to see he's a real person. This will definitely add value to the fun facts.

[@LorriBaker-nq8rs]

I'm not over 2020 yet.. my house got hit with a bizarre flu like virus that killed a very lovely person with bizarre side effects.. and less than a month later my city reported the first covid cases... its still messing me up❤

[@Shimstock74]

​@@LorriBaker-nq8rsWe had the same type of thing go around work in December 2019 when the news was starting to talk about the sickness in China. Almost everyone had a cold with about 6 weeks of bad cough and congestion. So much absenteeism we shut half the plant for two weeks

[@Cookie-y3h]

True

[@d.h.4778]

Doug, as much as I’d love to take credit for saving someone, YOU saved you sweetheart. YOU made those videos. YOU decided you weren’t happy with where you were and YOU changed it. We just appreciate the vulnerability and parts of you you decide to share along with your fun facts. I am SOOO PROUD OF YOU!!!!!! It takes an incredible amount of strength to stop yourself before you lose everything. And you not only did that but are thriving now. Take credit where it’s due, Doug. You have and are doing amazingly because of YOU! I’m soo unbelievably proud of you!!! I hope you are too!!!

[@diegovillalobos5364]

YES! You said it right!

[@AndreaCrisp]

+++++++

[@9852323]

Bruh you say that like you’re his mother..

[@d.h.4778]

@@9852323 yeah, if more people treated each other like they actually cared, ya know like a mom would, maybe the world would be a better place.

[@heyuonthewall26]

@@9852323I mean… I feel like this is the account of the girl he talked about…

[@citystars1117]

FUN FACT! - a man who was down on his luck came up with making a fun fact video everyday for 6 months and the fun fact is that this indeed changed his life for the better in every way possible! It’s a rough time to be alive, we all have demons and made bad choices, you are not that person anymore and never have to be that person again. 👌🏼

[@Panda-wv3ng]

Fun fact: you’re amazing Doug, and we all care about you 💜

[@yamisarkar91]

🎉 awesome 😎

[@SundogUntamed]

I really needed to sit down with another dude and cry about how messed up we were from 2020 and how hard it has been to recover. Thank you. You are doing a great job, Doug. I appreciate you.

[@Tao_Tology]

100% Was wearing an old jacket earlier and when I put my hand in the pocket there was this bright, dayglo facemask and I had a real flashback to what we were going through only a bit over a year ago. Yet, July 2023, we are already 'masking over' what that truly strange and painful, frightening experience was like. It'll probably take a good 5 years+ before we can properly look back and process the whole shebang.

[@PatGilliland]

Fun Fact - in Great Britain depression is called the black dog. Sometimes it hunts you relentlessly, but it can be brought to heel. Congratulations on your journey so far, and very best wishes for the future. You got this.

[@tom-u2c7c]

Wait really I’m British and have never heard that

[@JanglePangle]

​@@tom-u2c7cmight be a regional thing. Down in the SW I hear it a lot.

[@UltimateGattai]

I've heard it called that in Australia, I actually thought that was an Australian thing, lol. But, it seems we call it the same thing.

[@PatGilliland]

@@UltimateGattai I'm in Canada but my parents are in the UK. Not heard it called the black dog here.

[@LeonardChurch33]

As I sit here wiping tears from my eyes... Doug that was the realist thing I've seen on youtube in a good while. Congrats to you for finding your way out.

[@thearthound]

Doug, it takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there & talk about this stuff. I can't possibly explain to you how much your videos have meant to me. I've had stage 4 terminal cancer for the last 5 years. Had my own depression going on, & had pretty much given up. Zero energy. You have helped me see that there is so much out there. Long story short. I started getting up and doing whatever I could every day. Now I am in full remission. I now see that you help yourself by helping others. Thank you!

[@JingYuans_sparrow]

You’re so strong, wish you all the best 🤍

[@jayylad38]

i'm glad you're still here

[@thearthound]

@@JingYuans_sparrow Thank you

[@thearthound]

@@jayylad38 Thank you, me too!

[@space_1073]

Congrats! That's serious shit, you're a beast!!!

[@jarrodwraight9971]

FUN FACT: You saved yourself! We're just blessed to see the fruits of your sacrifice and labour! ❤

[@aramelmartin]

Doug, your fun facts are more than just fun facts. Watching them sometimes helps me get through another day.

[@i_like_orange_f]

It’s amazing that you can tell your experience online to thousands and millions of people. Glad to see that you’re actually better now, it’s great that you could recover. I can’t really express what I’m trying to say, but I’m glad you’re feeling good and enjoy making these videos. ❤

[@cesardiaz8774]

I'm way older than you, and, like you, have been having ups and downs closely related to the pandemic (2020). However, I constantly go back to your short videos because I kind of feel relieved and uplifted by them. Your channel is in many ways a silver lining, man. It helps, you help. So, thank YOU.

[@X_85]

Man to man, this took BIG ASS BALLS to make. I know the feeling all too well, but you're here, and that does matter. I religiously watch your Fun Facts, I look forward to them infact. You are always the first person I see when I open YT and it sets the tone for the rest of my day. We cannot always see the change we bring to the world, but do know, it's there and you're doing great.

[@devinenderle32]

Good on you brother!!! As someone who has struggled with addiction for 20+ years and has countless moments like your embarrassing video, I can tell you if you keep it up, it will get better and better. I am coming up on 3 years of sobriety, and it is amazing!!!! I now have an amazing wife and son, my own business, and a life I thought I could never have or deserve. You are on the right path, and many good things are to come for you. Keep it up!!!!!!!!

[@CarolCattle]

Doug, I am a good deal older than you are, but got hooked on your “Fun fact” videos. Flash forward … I just came across this video. I am so grateful that you shared your struggle. So many people are on a shame spiral, yet you dug in your claws and found your way through. May you continue to be blessed as you find more joy and meaning in life. I will be here applauding each success.

[@BaronvonMoorland]

You have a magnetic personality. From the fun facts that got me hooked I genuinely wasn’t expecting to hear this heartfelt expression of your journey. It’s inspiring to hear that your determination to the narrow road chosen is beginning to smooth out. I appreciate the content you share. Your videos are an uplifting slice of life. Thank you.

[@LagParty]

Fighting sadness and depression is soo hard and I’m glad you had the strength to help yourself and make these awesome videos.

[@EeeWoood]

Your videos are such a breath of fresh air on a level I can’t quite describe and hearing this story is really the cherry on top. Something about the message to stop being a fake human being and just be overwhelmingly, authentically YOU really hits a soft spot for me and it’s made me respect you even more than I already did (which was a lot). Thank you so much for brightening countless peoples days and even managing to brighten your own life at the same time, I appreciate you so much, keep being you!

[@rebeccagowens518]

YOU ARE THE ONE THAT NOTICED YOUR OWN BAD HABITS AND THEN CHANGED THEM! You did the hard part yourself… but man does it feel so much easier when you have ppl who are cheering for you and your success ❤️♥️💕❤️♥️ Thank you for sharing, this was probably my favorite video of you. And I absolutely love all of them anyway- it’s nice seeing a genuine person be so open and honest ❤️

[@juliochavez6199]

I’m glad you were able to share this, nothing matters more mental health. You matter, and the best part of your story is that the change came from you. I love seeing your fun facts, i hope nothing but the best for you Doug, with love

[@DougSharpe]

Thanks Julio. It was a weird thing to share but I hope someone as it and it can help them grow too

[@JamesOKeefe-US]

Love your work Doug and the honesty of this. Those fun facts will hit differently from now on and I'll appreciate them even more. Appreciate you man, you got this and we are here to support you!!

[@NC_Isro_64]

HES GONNA LOVE YOUR DONATION!

[@DougSharpe]

Thanks James. I really appreciate the kind gift. I'm so happy everyone has been enjoying the Fun Facts ☝ as much as they have

[@chuuchuuutrain]

bro i swear you deserve all the kindness in the world. im in a bad place right now and i dont know how to tell anyone and because im so young i just feel like im just exaggerating. your vids are like one of the only things keeping me happy. ive learned so much from them and i hope you can keep doing them for as long as you can! :)

[@kluafoz]

I still need your fun facts shorts but definitely enjoyed this!! Love your voice man its true ear candy!! I'll take anything you got!! Here's to another year!!

[@tjmay7509]

Thank you for telling your story. I was feeling quite discouraged today. Went to go and watch one of your fun facts, and ended up being suggested this. I'm glad you create content. It's always amazing and really fun to watch.

[@deanbissolati5914]

Bru, we should be thanking you! You made that choice to change, you put in the work and effort, you made those videos that we all love. So thank YOU!!! We are proud of you. Sending loads of love from South Africa.

[@hlwheaton92]

Love the vulnerability. It’s okay to not be okay. Love the videos!

[@lethalogicax2474]

Fun fact! I am now crying! Thank you for making this video and sharing your heartwrenching tale. Im so glad that we helped you save yourself! I discovered your videos not too long ago while recovering in hospital from a series of siezures that left me with a brain injury. Your videos kept me smiling while I was in hospital :D

[@y0ur_name_here]

Doug at 5:00 was as raw and real as it gets. No words necessary. The realization of where you were in that moment is a dark place many of us find ourselves at one point or another. You have made it though and that is the single hardest accomplishment most people will ever achieve. Seriously proud of you sir. Thank you for sharing it. And thank you for the channel, it's a fantastic approach to KZbin.

[@Normoe445]

I'm glad that you were able to turn your life around. I know that it can't be easy to share this story. I really love your fun facts. Major respect for you, man.

[@Tao_Tology]

When you have a moment of really seeing yourself and feeling down or angry or disgusted it's because, underneath everything, you respect yourself as someone who could and _should_ do better. Even at those moments you still understand 'this is not all I can be, this is not the end of my story'. Those moments wouldn't matter to you if you didn't still care. Keep going, man. 👍🏻

[@peterboyles3498]

I'd like to give you a big hug... I understand where you have been, because I have been there too! Keep making your fun facts, because it always makes me smile. My favorite is the guy moving his x's car around the Ohara Airport Employee Parking Lot. I would never have known that

[@chipstarshine8150]

I appreciate your willingness to be vulnerable in front of us! I’m glad that we your viewers were able to help give you encouragement and strength. If you ever find yourself in a similar situation please, please try to find someone close to you who can help support you so you don’t have to face your problems alone. No one in this world has ever gone through life without getting a helping hand at some point. You aren’t alone! Thanks for sharing!

[@nataliegraham9552]

I just wanted to reach through the screen and give you a big hug. 💞 You are a genuine soul and have shared such an important personal story - the way you found how to reach for the light despite the deep pain that you were suffering. I've had family members struggle and lose that fight so I feel your story deep in my heart. I wish you joy and hope as you celebrate a year of the incredible change you made to your life's path. Like others have said, you certainly aren't that same lost person from a year ago - you have changed for the better and grown in your own self-understanding - so please don't be afraid of backsliding. Thank you for sharing and touching so many hearts in such a personal manner with this video. Onward and upward, and I'll smile even more when I watch your fun facts for knowing how much they've helped your life's journey. ❤

[@gregm2614]

Usually I come for fun facts, but today I got the best facts. Take care, man.

[@ginalahue8694]

Thank you for your openness. Refreshing to know that, like all of us, we stumble and fall. The difference is when we pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and say to ourselves, "Going forward, I'm never going back." Yeah, it's hard...not gonna lie...been there myself many times. It's what we do going forward from that "speed bump". Thank you Doug for being honest and for being you. It just makes me like your channel all the more. #STAYSTRONGBUDDY

[@andreapani8573]

Everybody has the potential to have two lives, the second one can start only, if you understand the first one, and you have achieved that, this engaging video is the testament of your journey, and probably the best message you have ever made, I am sure is going to be an inspiration for many. We'll done!

[@tye3333]

8min ago you were just that cool, fun fact guy I watched every time I got onto KZbin. Now your someone who can inspire and show it’s possible to make your life anything you want. Thanks dude.

[@thebeanmeister6046]

That’s so true. Doug has the power to inspire so many people now and I think he is doing amazingly at it.

[@youtubesucks3811]

I honestly thought it was going to start with “fun fact: I..” 😂 Edit: this was touching, can’t fake that raw emotion. I never get tired of these and you look healthy and the tone of your voice is optimistic. I’m happy you’re doing better. God bless ❤

[@geremex9111]

Doug: I am touched and moved by your story. I watch every day your “fun facts” and it does give me a small dose of sunshine every day. Thanks for that. Kudos for your introspection. You are much stronger than you realize. But no amount of strength can get you out of the hole without the effort, and man……. You have put a lot of effort. Like Dory said “keep swimming”. Thanks for being there for us.

[@RoyceChristyn]

You’re doing amazing, Doug! Keep going. You got this and so many more wonderful things are coming your way. I can’t quite express how grateful I am to have heard this story and how thankful I am to you for sharing your vulnerability and strength (I mean, in the end they are two sides of the same coin ❤). This video will help so many people who were where you were a year ago tomorrow. I can’t wait to see how bright things are by this time next year! It would be super cool to do an update video every July 31st and then at the 5 year mark make a super cut and look at all of your inspiring progress. You are awesome!! Sending love from LA ❤

[@HavaWM]

I love this idea. Commenting as an upvote on it ❤️

[@RoyceChristyn]

@@HavaWM thank you! I think it would be soooo cool!

[@alkalinekats8300]

This is a story for the ages my dude, this is super impressive, not only did you manage to change yourself in such a way that you know you will never go back, the fact that you did it so fast, and that you also created some of, at least in my opinion, the best content I like to watch on this platform. Amazing job Doug, I wish you only best and for another amazing year.

[@ManuelRiccobono]

The fact you managed to get out of that situation, really makes you an awesome and strong person. COVID had been horrible for many, mentally and physically. I subscribed short ago, and I could have never believed how much important a follow could be…

[@hancocki]

Dude, you are awesome. I know this may not mean much from an internet stranger, but I am really proud of you for working through all that you have. Glad you're here, and this video finally prompted me to subscribe to your channel. Stay awesome, man. You are loved.

[@ahbarwarsi4609]

Doug Sharpe…. You truly are in history now. YOU WILL BE FOREVER THE FUN FACT GUY. You deserve it. You really are a guy with so much potential. Thank you for making this video, I really connected with you and felt everything you said. There is loads I have to get over, and get better at, but I’m sure this video will be a part of my journey there. I wish you SO MUCH LUCK DOUG. Life is tough. But you lived up man, you came out of it. This is literally one of the most beautiful things I have seen ever. Fun fact videos are no fun fact…… do it till it’s fun. This is everything but I hope you never get stressed out because of these videos. We all just hope you thrive and keep doing what you are, and get help from people around to supplement your talent and help you rise further. Love the T-shirt here, and the hairstyle always. Loads of love man

[@YYCUrban]

I never realised how much your story resignated with me Doug. I followed a very similar path starting Uni of last year. Extremely depressed, abused substances, all the stuff. You standing up for yourself and sharing this is incredible. I hear a lot of myself in you, and I want you to know I think I finally beat it. We're here together brother. Lets make things great again

[@davidb4509]

Wow. Thanks for your transparency bro. You never know what other people are going through sometimes. I’ll say a prayer for ya for sure. ♥️

[@DavidHall-ge6nn]

I am typing this while ugly crying. It was brave and incredibly generous of you to lay bare your darkest moments so honestly. Your humility and ... presence were indescribably moving and deeply touching as you shared your painful journey. It was a privilege to witness, and an inspiration. Well done. And thank you.

[@Xplayer007]

This fact might not have been fun the whole way, but it was real. Thanks for having the courage to share it with your audience and I pray that you'll continue to grow in the future.

[@cheat123]

And honestly his fun facts are some of the best on the Internet. His delivery is great.

[@UnDefinedLegacy]

Thank you for this video. Whenever I stumble across these type of videos I add them to a playlist and when I have a pretty hard setback I watch every single one to remind myself it’s ok to fail as long as I try again. I cry at every video and think about every story and look up every single person and how they’re doing. I hope to see you being healthy and happy. If not who knows how the power of the internet works I hope you’re still reading comments at least. Anyway don’t sell yourself short your effort saved you we just happened to help remind you to keep moving forward.

[@hazemsy2797]

Dude, thx. Every morning I wake up for school, open yt shorts, sees ur video, my whold mood changes with ur fun facts.❤

[@imcrazy534]

A year sober and a purpose. You saved you. And you blessed us. Good job fam. Good year, too.

[@PossessiveK]

The pain and your way of putting things....Wow.... I know it wasn't easy but thank you for sharing, and thank you for spreading joy to others.... Thank you for coming back from the brink and hanging in there. I really hope life has been improving for you, and that you continue to heal, feel and spread love. Thank you, very much.

[@iftyhargil8359]

I feel privileged that I got to listen to your amazing shared experience and I love how it made you create such amazing content. Please keep going and take care! ❤️❤️

[@JoshSanchez42]

I’m happy you’ve gotten to this point and are still able to look back and reflect on what’s happened. I understand that the sentiment of that inner voice is the worst critic. I was diagnosed as bipolar depressive at 14 and it was after a few months that I developed the mindset that ‘No one hates you more than yourself’ and it’s been my comfort. I’ve also developed a roll no matter where I may be, at work with my students, with my friends or with family but I’m the communal punching bag. And I take pride in this roll! Everyone who pokes fun at me does it because they know that I take it to make them feel better. If they’re having a bad day or just need a laugh, I hold no punches on making myself the thing to laugh at. I’ve created this role in my life to make others feel better even if it’s at my expense because I know no one will be able to make me feel as bad as I do when my depression kicks in. This is my bonkers therapy and I’m never going to be ashamed of it. Anyways that went into a rant but I just wanted to say Doug that whatever you find makes life better, keep it up and don’t be ashamed to take time for yourself. You always keep me entertained with every fun fact you post and I will always be a supporter of whatever you do. Stay strong and much love.

[@empryme]

Thank you for sharing this. It is not always easy and not for everyone to open up and share this much of themselves. So again, thank you. You are a champion! And thank you for the fun facts. They are great to listen to and learn about!

[@alucardxxz]

😢 this got me. From seeing your fun fact videos to actually seeing the human behind the content is one of the most beautiful moments I’ve experienced in a while. Your strength and determination to yourself and your sobriety is inspiring and you ARE a good person worthy of happiness, stability and peace. Thank you for your honesty and kindness and please never forget you have those who don’t know you personally but support and care for you.

[@xobile2851]

Your fun facts make my day. As a person that also went through a depression and substance abuse around covid, i know nothing is more difficult than getting urself out of that place. You are amazing never forget that

[@PixelSheep]

Thx for this - you're not alone! Been struggling for three years with severe OCD starting with the pandemic and lost almost everything. And it still hurts but I'm recovering - slowly but steadily and honestly it's such an inspiration to see that it's not to late to chase your dreams even if I "lost" these three years because yeah that's what it actually feels like - I mean I'm doing better now but I still have this feeling that everyone has it figured out and I'm still bruised and late to the party

[@ilanspier]

Hi Doug. Well done for all you're doing and what you've achieved. Opening up must have been both hard and cathartic. Sending you massive hugs from London, UK.

[@theunburied385]

Hey Doug, i know i am just a small voice here but i wanted to thank you too, for all the small little fun facts, they can really brighten up my day sometimes. Thank you for this video, i know from my own experience how hard it can be to talk about depression and especially how destructive it can feel when people don't understand depression and talk it down. It's really an achievement to pull yourself out of this! Man i won't write an essay even though i could, i just want to say: keep it up, you've come a long way and you really can be proud of yourself! And if you ever feel down, or spiralling again, maybe come back to this video and read some comments, i hope we can brighten up your day as you brighten up ours!!! Greetings, a fan from Germany

[@sofiajohansson8537]

I became homeless during 2020, 32 years old I had to move in with my mom. I had 3 different jobs between 2021-2022 and managed to save up enough to put in a deposit to buy an apartment 2 years after I became homeless. By hard work I bounced back, by hard work you bounced back. I hope this story inspiers more people (that still struggles) to find their way to bounce back from 2020, we all deserve it!

[@leotide1990]

You're a cool dude, Doug. Thank you for sharing your story. May your life be nothing less than what you want it to be.

[@c.trammell]

Your videos are my favorite thing about KZbin. If they ever stopped, the world would be so so so much darker. Thanks for making them, Doug. We love you 🖤

[@moonbeambaby]

this is so raw, honest and beautiful, thank you for sharing your struggle. theres lots of us that can empathize!

[@bradleycarpenter4769]

Thank you for sharing brother, I look forward to what the future holds for you, much love.

[@w1ndt]

It is easy to get stuck in a dark place but it is insanely difficult to pull yourself out of the dark. You did it because you wanted to and we were just there watching your fun facts. You are a strong person and it shows. Do not give all the credit to us. You are awesome, never forget that.

[@SCUFF.]

Love your stuff brother, im from the BC area aswell so your videos give me a "talking to a local man" vibes, Im super glad to see your content improvement over the last year on youtube. Good luck.

[@brekkoh]

I feel like the place doug came from mentally really makes it so he's feeling a story while telling it so its so much more impactful to hear the stories from his narration

[@chrismcdaniel3367]

Doug, you saved yourself! And, for all of us out here....we are so, so happy for you. You bring joy to all of us, in the hundreds of thousands..... You! Made this change! We love what you give us each day!!! Thank you! (And, bro....tell us about that awesome stash!!!) ❤😊

[@diegovillalobos5364]

Hey Doug! Thanks for sharing with us your experience. It really hit me. Sometimes life gets really hard but we forget that we are not the only ones dealing with it. We hear you...We stand by you! You are part of my KZbin family and I'm very selective of my content :) Cheers friend!

[@Mattnoble80]

You say thank you to us, I’m going to say thank you to you. I am always looking forward to your fun facts. So informative and I love the way you present them. I am a cocaine and heroin addict, I’m also a serious alcoholic but I have been clean and sober for 560 days. An overdose scared me so you think I would move on? Didn’t happen, sent me in deeper addiction then it really hit. I was in a pharmacy and an EMT saw me going into an OD, she got her Naloxone and saved my life. We can do this and so you know I’m a huge fan

[@rebeccamiller475]

You created your own recovery. You are also an amazing person. I love watching your videos because I learn something new and I now I love watching your videos even more. ❤

[@tannerhanstine1361]

You’re amazing Doug, we love you and we’re all so happy to see you doing well and learning from the tough parts of your life. I got hooked on some nasty shit a couple years ago and it almost destroyed my life, but now I work so hard to put out and live my best life and I don’t think I would’ve been so motivated to be the best I can be if I didn’t go through hell and almost lose everything I love. It’s easy to regret harmful decisions in the past, but they play a crucial role in the people we are today and the only role that regret should have in our lives is to be scared to make decisions that will lead to regret later in life. Keep being amazing Doug, you make a lot of people happy with your content and your life story

[@MrSandalz]

Knowing the person you've become through the trials life has placed in front of you makes you more of an inspiration to me -- I have to commend you for being so open about your struggles and experiences, it must've been difficult. Thank you for telling your story, but you did this; you're the reason why you're still here, and I'm so fucking glad that you are! Keep on keeping on, friend

[@LeeEisPrettyStrange]

Keep keeping you alive please

[@itsjustsushi2023]

❤

[@DougSharpe]

Thanks! I think I'll be around for awhile

[@ThisAintIt435]

I know this must have been difficult, opening up like this, but I really support your journey and it is encouraging me to not give up. Thank you.

[@JeahnLaffitte]

Love you, brother. I’m a believing man so I want to say God bless you ❤ Keep on keeping on. Your decisions are compounding to better and better things. Proud of you

[@nerealitaate]

I am very depressed and my life is in shambles at 34, and I had been binging all kinds of psychology and relationship and self-help videos, and then youtube started recommending your videos. Now I know there is quite some backstory here.

[@jessepinkeye2339]

proud of you my guy. I always love the shorts you're posting and been looking forward for the next everytime I got the chance. I will never forget when you took the big leap last month. I admire your bravery brother.

[@mortaegul6241]

Thank you for telling your story, it helps me to reestablish my place in the world, my mental space.

[@wolflokie4167]

Thank you soo much for sharing!! To be open about our own mess ups!! But I’m so happy u pulled yourself around!! And love your fun fact!!

[@dasafran]

You inspire me. Truly, Thank you for sharing. I will continue to watch you on this journey. One fun fact at a time.

[@Aloha_XERO]

Doug, thank you for sharing Truly inspiring for me to help my brother 2:29 who’s path is heavy with many life challenges… I hope that I can can your inspiring story 🤙🏾 Mahalo

[@primis_rulz136]

I am very happy for you. I appreciate your videos. I am very sick with a chronic illness that doctors haven’t been able to diagnose or treat. It is very hard to focus or work without having crippling episodes of kaleidoscope vision and pressure similar to migraines. Your “fun facts” give me something interesting to occupy my time without making me think too hard and making my condition flare up. I hope to find a cure soon, but until then, I look forward to more of your videos. Please take care of yourself and know that I am praying for you (John 3:16)

[@ambry99]

I just wanna give you a big hug, man. Thanks for sharing your story with us. Thank you for the fun facts. I'm glad you got your shit together and feel better these days. We're all walking through this life together, and it's tough. But when we help each other out and lean into our friends, family, community- it's all a lot more tolerable. ❤

[@giannishortt2413]

Thanks for sharing your story, keep up the good work.

[@jordanlarsen2336]

Change is hard, but it's a wonderful feeling to look back and see how far we've come. Congratulations on making it this far

[@popocatepetl7706]

Hey Doug, I'm seeing your story 5 months too late, but hope you're doing ok. I hope you're getting the help you need to feel better. I'm just a regular guy who can relate to you at the moment and I'd like to offer you my support if you're ok with it meaning if you want to write or call. Thank you for teaching me, us, so many things. I really like your content and am happy to get to hear more from you. Take care!

[@relaxxvr0]

Much love brother, I hope continue watching you and learning those amazing fun facts for years to come. 💜

[@kylenmaple4668]

2 minutes into this video and I just have to say, thank you for expressing these extremely human and real experiences. We all go through these hardships, one way or another, but we rarely get the opportunity to relate to another’s struggle. Part of the healing that must happen is not feeling guilty or ashamed about your hardships, and hearing you articulate your story seriously helps to alleviate these guilty feelings. Pain is normal, failure is normal, bad decisions are normal, self hatred is possibly the most normal thing of all... It’s hard to remember that sometimes

[@larrygross2k]

Congrats. You saved you. Thanks for taking us on your journey. Hang in there brother. Tomorrow is gonna be great!!

[@Marder_IFV]

I came here to know why he did the fun facts, but stayed for his life story

[@BananaTie]

Your story is inspiring, thank you for telling us about your journey here! It sounds tough and so very challenging but to see you being healing slowly gives me hope for myself. Thank you. Keep up the great work, both here and out there!

[@coniston3106]

here's something, hope it does ❤️

[@lazmo4941]

W

[@DougSharpe]

I appreciate it so much. Thank you🙏

[@harleysheldon8614]

I absolutely love your shorts, and they are the first videos i watch every single day. I appreciate what you do, immensely, and i appreciate the amount of work that you put in. I cant wait to see what else you do!

[@ShadowDoss]

Thank you for your endless fun facts, you deserve all the same joy that you have been giving out

[@Jobobn1998]

Dude, your emotional honestly on stuff is really inspiring. For real.

[@LovingAtlanta]

🙏💝Glad you’re better. Thank you for sharing your story. You have inspired me. I rarely drink alcohol and I never smoke or do drugs but things haven’t been right since 2020. Depression has a hold on me. I thought last year was getting better and boom, I got hit with a horrible year this year. You’ve inspired me to SAVE MYSELF….to do something I’ve been afraid to do that will probably turn things in the right direction for myself. Thank you. 🙏💝