Why I Disappeared (What Happened)

Figured i'd update everyone.
Thanks for the support!
I won't be posting on here anymore - feel free to follow on Instagram or twitter for updates
Instagram ➤➤➤ / nateobrienn
Twitter: / nateobrienn
Timestamps:
0:00 - Why I started this channel
3:56 - Retiring at 25
9:38 - What happened
14:25 - Going forward

[@NateOBrien]

Thank you everyone for supporting this channel for the past 7 years. I won't be posting on here anymore - feel free to follow on Instagram for updates: instagram.com/nateobrienn/

[@stephanieaurelio1388]

Wow, I'm glad I found your channel during the pandemic, You've helped and inspired me and my partner to be financially wise and live minimalist. Truly thankful for all the lessons and knowledge you've shared with us.

[@allison846]

Hey, Nate, thank you so much for your content. I have started my own investment and savings path because of your great tutorials. I have also always been a minimalist, so I totally appreciate your minimalism videos. Loved your whole channel through and through. You are a person of integrity. We wish you the best for your future! Much appreciation!!!

[@NickOloteo]

You rarely post on Instagram 😢

[@ryanjohnson3789]

Hey great video it would be great if you keep everyone up to date on other social media

[@MmM20978]

Best of luck!

[@roudari20]

The most genuine financial KZbinr there ever was, this retirement at 25 only validates it. Good luck in life Nate!

[@ladya3038]

Yes...I absolutely appreciated him!

[@LamAnopro_]

Did he retire?

[@robertwilsoniii2048]

He also has a million subscribers, which will continue paying lots for years to come as he gets more and more views over time.

[@AaronnRamirez]

End of an era, this channel has helped me a ton. Much love Nate

[@AndreiJikh]

You’ll be missed man. You were one of the guys that inspired me to make videos. I used to watch your income updates at 4am while I was editing mine. Hopefully you’ll come back someday but either way, glad to say I’ve met and hung with you! Stay awesome 🤙

[@ActiveRehabMobility]

Come for the video, stay for the tears 😢

[@Scottyv12]

That's so cool that you two connected. Two of my fave content creators :)

[@anamariaguadayol2335]

Best of luck! I'm 73, but I have enjoyed your channel since the beginning. May all your dreams come true. 💙

[@ciancabrerapinto]

Thank you Nate for all the value you've provided on financial literacy and education. This Channel will always be here for evergreen content. Love from Ireland.

[@NateOBrien]

Yes, hopefully the evergreen content will continue to provide value for many more years

[@defaultabundance]

Agreed

[@Richie8a8y]

Somehow only finding Nate today - of his last video. Looking forward to watching all the past content.

[@christopherlee.]

One of the most impressive things I like about Nate is his ability to speak in front of a camera without any awkward pauses - the way he speaks is so fluid and he’s really good at communicating his thoughts in a logical way that’s easy to consume. There’s so few cuts and he hardly says umm or ahhs. It’s honestly crazy. What a dude, wishing you the best of luck, man. Thanks for inspiring all of us!

[@brynne77]

True, and he doesn't say, 'like' a bunch of times like a lot of young people do. It's great!

[@recursion.]

​@@brynne77 like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like like

[@carlosefin]

I almost cried with this video, it seems like yesterday when I started watching your content. Been following you since 2017-2018 and you were one of my biggest inspirations to start my personal finance channel directed to Mexico. Best of luck and success Nate 🙏 I’m grateful for all that you shared with us

[@4ndy123]

Grow up.

[@arwenevenstar123]

@@4ndy123 So bitter and miserable. Can't stand someone else having a positive experience and showing genuine gratitude and kindness. Let me guess, I should grow up too? Or shut up? Something tells me that Carlos is miles ahead of you in every possible way.

[@4ndy123]

@@arwenevenstar123 yeah grow up too.

[@pvarawat]

​@@4ndy123 You should too 😂

[@EverythingIsPhotogenic]

Good for you, Nate! You demonstrate a level of maturity and thoughtfulness that most people never achieve. You should be very proud of the man that you are and you will be a wonderful partner and father!

[@DesertMav]

Nate O'Brien is a very wise individual for his age and for making this decision. Not too many people know when enough is enough. If you are able to be financially free at the age of 25, it allows one to focus on different aspects of life. I like how Nate at least gave us a farewell video of sorts to give us closure. All I can say is to have the best of luck and maybe after some extended period of time, there will be other updates on the channel.

[@ladymallowyt]

Thank you for not having clickbait titles. I've learnt so much from your videos. Good luck for the future

[@johnnyway8667]

I think that you're niche was never personal finance. The niche is you and I think that people would still watch your videos if you just documented your journey and just shared your opinion on new trends etc. Documenting gets rid of repetitive content.

[@sandcat731]

Welcome back, I'm so glad you're alive

[@NateOBrien]

Thank you

[@cazpk6840]

LOL i was thinking the same - that he is safe and well is all that matters.

[@NickOloteo]

Nate is the Tom(MySpace) of personal finance KZbin. He made his money then cashed out and rode into the sunset like a boss 😎 He didn’t try to sell us FTX like some people…

[@RJ-ir9pj]

Brian is like 'Chamillionaire' of Hip Hop . He made his money from music, invested smartly in real estate and rode into the sunset like a boss 😎

[@alexyummmy]

That other guy is just greedy

[@-sky-7321]

@@alexyummmy😮curious abt who that other guy is

[@thecapone45]

@@RJ-ir9pj Yes! I still tell people about this! Ikd what they're up to but I also think about how LMFAO made like 3 good songs and dipped out.

[@alexyummmy]

@@-sky-7321 Graham Stephan

[@aliabdaal]

Love this ❤ all the best for the rest of the journey 😊

[@Ikechukwundu247]

Pls do well not to delete the channel. Still learning everyday on this channel. ❤from Nigerian

[@daveforz]

Thanks for being honest Nate. Best of luck in whatever you do next 🤙

[@NateOBrien]

I appreciate that!

[@michaelleiva9705]

One of the KZbin finance goats🤝. Thanks for all the knowledge. Learned a lot in my teens because of you. Good luck bro

[@NateOBrien]

Love to hear it, thanks dso much for supporting this channel over the years

[@JordanWelch]

super grateful for you bro, helped me a lot on my journey. excited for your next chapter

[@movingloz]

Wow 😮. It’s really great to see and hear a young bloke with his head screwed on right. You really seem like an old soul with so much wisdom and realisations. Look after yourself mate and all the very very best for you. Xx.

[@Ahmeds]

One of the most real post I’ve ever seen and I would like every few years update. God bless thank you for all your work. It was very helpful.

[@JakeBroe]

Good to see you again, Nate! I started my KZbin channel in 2019 and I was afraid THAT was too late. But nope, it's still not too late even today. KZbin is still growing and will continue to keep growing.

[@willamilne1129]

Difference being, you'll continue on the platform whilst it makes you money, instead of trying to make it a free dating platform to showcase your wealth?

[@WhitneyBonds]

You're a huge reason I started my KZbin channel that's changed my life. Thank you so much

[@sigmazeta8]

All I can do is echo what everyone else is saying. I was one of those who subscribed back when you started and got immense value from your content. Your genuine character and your skill with making these topics digestible for the average person was incredibly helpful to all your viewers. You’ve made such a positive impact on the world and I know you’ll continue to do so in other ways. I truly wish the best for you and all those you care about. Continue to follow what makes you happy and fulfilled!

[@elias.marshall]

Sad to see you go, you are one of the major inspirations for my channel. Hopefully we will see you on more podcasts in the future, even if it’s only once a year ;)

[@NateOBrien]

i might re-emerge from time to time, but prefer privacy. Thanks for supporting the channel

[@sincity8717]

Good luck on your journey ahead and thank you for the insight you’ve provided us throughout the years. Best of luck!

[@NateOBrien]

Thank you so much!

[@tealcoconut]

Best wishes to you, Nate. Enjoyed your videos over the years, especially the minimalism that came through here and there and I remember being thoroughly amazed at how fast you read books. I, for one, sincerely appreciated that you were not repetitive like many others and it definitely made a difference. Have a great life!

[@KCisWashed]

My top 3 goals in the next 5 years: 1. Finish college and pass OCS for the Air Force. 2. Have 2 years worth of expenses in a savings account. 3. At minimum, have 5 certifications related to cybersecurity in the operations security sector. If you ever do post a life update, I’ll see how much closer the both of us are to our goals. Take care Nate, thanks for everything.

[@yoi423]

Why airforce? The US army is finished in the multipolar world we are entering.

[@zachparade2791]

Congrats, Nate! What an amazing life you’ve curated for yourself! The first video of yours that I saw was from 4 years ago, the first tour of your minimalist apartment. Honestly, you have been the best source of personal finance information for me. Thank you! I really hope that you do occasional updates. A lot of us care about you and are rooting for you! ✌️🙏

[@aaronalexander8826]

Loved all your content man. Started binge watching your videos in 2018 and you fundamentally changed the way I looked at money. Thanks for all the knowledge, appreciate everything you’ve put out and I wish you all the best going forward ❤️

[@claredallison4281]

I have enjoyed your channel immensely and have enjoyed watching your progress over the years. Thank you! I have missed you and am glad of the update although I hope you will share your life milestones with us occasionally - especially any little Nates who come along!

[@mikeraynaldo3454]

Good to see you come back brother. I started KZbin a year and half ago thanks to your channel, learning from you and picking up and today I have over 100k subs. I learned a lot from you and I wish you do well in whatever you do and where ever you go. !

[@tpegecko854]

You're my biggest source of inspiration thanks for everything man

[@SaiTeadvuse]

That's a really sad news. I love to watch your video not only because they are very useful, but also for chance to witness how your mind works. You have like a different kind of thinking which differs from what I see in everyday life and it helps to level up my own existence. I would be happy if you have inspiration to continue with youtube one day. Thank you for everything you've done!

[@AlizaLacsa]

Thank you, Nate. When I first started my KZbin channel, you were one of my inspirations. I have always loved and watched your content. Good luck on your journey, and God bless.

[@parkerposey788]

Nate, I hope you keep your channel up for all to learn from. Happy trails, good luck and thank you! May you find all that you seek ❤️

[@KhaliahAli]

Wow! I’m so proud of you for reaching goals, realizing that some things come to an end, and switching the order of your priorities! I truly have loved your content and share it with my son that just graduated HS! I wish you the best on the next five years! ❤

[@minimalistlover]

You are the most authentic & humble person on youtube I have watched. Stay the way you are & follow your dreams! Thank you so much for your special, most exquisite and valuable content. All the best!

[@deliciouslyme6206]

Really loved your videos and was always excited for them. Thank you so much for coming on here for closure. Much appreciated. Wishing you all the best. Would love it, if you felt like coming back and sharing your farm whenever you get it. But if not, we can use our imagination! Enjoy! 🙏🏻❤️

[@Financial_Awareness]

Recognizing and taking action to prioritize your privacy is next level maturity. Thank you for being a great example to others.

[@devp895]

Nate finally coming to my state. Happy to be here when it started and happy to be here when it ended. see you soon.

[@sicklecellwithdr.o]

Thank you so much for sharing your content, insights, and goals. You a great human being!

[@haleytruslow7200]

Congrats Nate! I have loved watching your videos for years. You’ve given really helpful advice.

[@Mangolite]

I discovered you through your brother Mike’s channel and found you very mature and informative. Thank you for all you do, and you inspired me to make my own goal and see it through. I wish you well, and I know you will achieve everything you put your will to because you have proved it with this channel. Again, thank you.

[@gigiwolf7592]

You will be greatly missed! Thank you so much for all of the valuable content you provided. 🦋

[@xeno527]

Thank you for all the videos. I’ve learned a lot. Good luck with everything.

[@alejandrad8021]

Good luck, Nate! Thank you for all your wonderful videos and also for making this video and being so sincere.🙏

[@SteakFromJakeFarm777]

Much appreciated! Hopefully you keep the channel up and drop an update or two every now and again. Thanks for everything and good luck with your life goals!

[@-jakenandez9380]

Best of luck with accomplishing the 3 goals you've set for yourself, and of course future new goals that I'm sure you'll find yourself pursuing as well. Thank you for all your content throughout the years (educational and personal), as I've found myself learning many things from your advice/experiences. Take care Nate 👋

[@heimweh_]

True minimalist speech 👌 Thank you for your channel, always appreciated that you didn't sell anything ❤

[@arielgrushka]

Your videos have been of great help! You were always someone I looked up to! Nice to see that you have reached your goal for your 25. Please do post updates now and then. Greetings from Brazil! 🇧🇷 🙏🏻

[@TheKyleColwell]

Started watching your content back in 2018 and loved it. You were a huge inspiration and model for me to finally start my channel this year. Thanks for the years of content Nate! Go get that next goal!

[@annavinter6199]

I'm gonna miss you. Loved all your videos. Thank you ❤️good luck with your goals

[@NateOBrien]

Thank you so much

[@anhnguyenthingoc9504]

I love your content a lot. Sad to see you go but I am happy for you at the same time. Good luck with any future decisions.

[@BryanHiggins]

Thanks for all the content you've shared, its appreciated! I'm happy you're doing well and I wish all the the best!

[@suhyeonjeon]

Best of luck Nate on your next chapter in life. I truly enjoyed and appreciated your view and insights. Sad to see you leave but am happy for you and your new journey.

[@lete6039]

Thank you Nate you got me interested in finance and minimalism and now I'm majoring in personal finance, you have helped me find what I love and I can never repay you for that it's gonna be tough without your videos 😢

[@akiems7394]

I appreciate your existence Nate. Thank you. Even with this goodbye, you've solidified your invaluable character which in itself is inspiring way beyond KZbin.

[@JackRollinsonMusic]

Thanks so much for everything Nate. I cannot begin to describe how much your channel and videos have impacted me. I've regularly re-visited your content over the last 3 years and gotten so much value from your advice. Thank you. All the best for the future.

[@ABNKan]

you're a legend nate! your channel was one of the reasons why i was able to also quit my engineering job and basically am semi retired in my mid 20s

[@Parthsean]

Man, this guy is so genuine. There are not that many of those out there. Good luck with anything you do. Keep up the great work.

[@Kittenmom2]

I’ve followed your channel for many years. Wishing you nothing but the best.

[@rachelm2233m]

God bless you Nate. Good luck with whatever happens. Thank you for sharing your time and knowledge with us all these years.

[@indigoauthor6075]

Thank you Nate for sharing all your content. Wishing you you abundant blessings 🤗🌞🙏🏼✨🍀🪷

[@VladimirKostek]

I've never seen your channel, but this video resonated so much that I'm gonna have to go have a binge lol. Congrats on acheiving all that you did!

[@msbeecee1]

Me toooo!! 😂😂

[@mhmm29]

im so glad to hear whats going on with you Nate! when i started following you in 2019 life was so so much different for me (i was 16 at the time). and ive grown alongside you i guess. and i have to say that you helped me so much with some basic finance advice which has put me on such a great path! love from Croatia and wishing you the best!

[@sethy1978]

Thank you for all the videos, and for all your time spent creating them. Wishing you the best!

[@megaira86]

Thank you for being so open with us. I wish you best of luck for your goals and I hope you will always be this humble and grounded person you seem to be.

[@racaulk]

I have gotten so much value out of your videos over the years, Nate. Thank you for all that you have shared on this platform. Wishing you lots of happiness and all the best in whatever life has in store for you next!

[@patrickjenkins7098]

Good for you, Nate! You are doing all the right things. Go forward, be happy, and live your life to the fullest!

[@palmtreeleebythesea]

Thanks for the update. I appreciate you. Best

[@wildpear4181]

Thank you Nate for all your video's! It's been great to learn from you all these years! Wish you all the best for the future!!!

[@devinfff8537]

Awesome update, I had been wondering. Take care.

[@minihorse9]

Thank you Nate for all the useful information and inspiration. You have been one of my favorite KZbinrs for a long time. I've learned a lot from you, and you always make me feel positive because we share similar values. Good luck with your future endeavors, and please come back whenever you like. I'd love to hear your updates.

[@mounirrostom1787]

Thank u Nate & good luck in your future endeavors! 🎉

[@christopherram1003]

Thank you so much Nate, glad you are ok and healthy. I really enjoyed your videos, from productivity to minimalism to personal finance. You are always honest without any clickbait. I have learned a lot from this channel. May your dreams come true, you got this :)

[@DebtFreeMillennials]

Aww so happy to see this update and hear about your goals. Family, farm, and a killer business! Can’t wait for that video update in 5 years 😉

[@iamkerenlouise]

Good luck to you Nate! Godspeed🎉😊

[@andyriv]

Thank you for your content, for being so genuine and honest and for sharing part of your journey. Your videos are incredibly helpful and straightforward, no fuss which is so hard to find. So thank you and good luck with everything.

[@beautyandblessing]

Thank you for sharing your content and mindset here, all the best as you move forward!

[@thebookofbrenda]

Congratulations on the amazing run Nate! I'd been following your content since 2018 and am immensely sad to see you go but at the same time very proud -- it's very on-brand of you lol Your content has had a huge influence on me over the years -- it helped me develop a mental framework for coming up with unique business ideas I hadn't considered before. I was also really into the minimalism during the era when it was a trending hashtag (I'm now more of an essentialist, but labels don't matter much). Your videos helped me a lot with my finances in my early twenties and now I'm starting to see the dividends (metaphorically and literally) of those decisions starting to pay off in my late 20s. I still use some of your productivity tips to this day (ie Eat the Frog), and read a lot of the books you recommended. Safe to say, I think more than being a huge fan, I feel like I've been viewing you as a role model on how I want to approach my work, finances, and life. For example, whenever I need to make important life decisions without the influence of outside forces, I've learned to disconnect and figure out what decisions make sense for me and the type of life I want to live. I really like the approach you've taken with YT, and feel you've been clear with where your values have always lied. And whenever I ask myself what is a good example of down-to-earth, humble, and honest way to conduct my businesses and my own youtube channel, I return to your work and your character as a reminder. If I ever see you in person one day I think I'd (1) freeze up from the weird parasocial moment and (2) shake your hand and thank you in-person for the content that has played quite a significant part of my life. Looking forward to continue following on other socials, good luck on the 3 goals for the next 5-10 years!

[@edwardjacknitsky5630]

Congrats. It was fun to watch you, basically grow up. I'm now retired and you still inspire me. Best wishes to you.

[@hhaannnnggg]

Nate, you've made helpful videos that helped me consider things and I love your mindset. Have fun and take care of yourself! Love the room you're in, looks cozy 😊

[@robwillsca4668]

Dear Nate, I have learned much from your old videos. Glad to here what happened, so glad for your update (closure) a very rare thing on You tube. I wish I was so wise at such a young age. I wish you the best with "moving on". I don't need new videos. Hope to hear from you in future occasional updates (maybe in a couple years or so) because I am very interested in how it goes. With the best of luck Nate...Robin-

[@whfh178]

I figured you were going to leave KZbin 😢 Thank you so much for everything you've taught us throughout these years! Best of luck!! Hope to see more of you in the future:)

[@NateOBrien]

Yes, I thought it would be nice to have some closure instead of completely disappearing

[@ErikasHomeRefresh]

Glad you’re doing well!

[@NateOBrien]

Thank you! Doing great

[@ZeresKi]

Your videos were so helpful! I truly going to miss you but I am excited for your future. All the blessing!

[@tayzonday]

Good luck! May the wind be at your back! ✊🙏

[@toronto20]

End of an era! Thanks for all you've done! You are the first finance KZbinr I ever followed

[@Queenieurbane]

Good for you!! Proud of you!!

[@NateOBrien]

Thanks

[@NikoletaRueva]

Thank you, Nate! It was pleasure to watch your videos and to know there’s someone who’s thinking the way you do. Best wishes from Bulgaria!

[@moorlova]

Thank you Nate for the content and experience you shared! All the best with your new endeavours !

[@MoranJeda]

Well explained. Thank you for bringing up this video. Financial education is indeed required for more than 70% of the society in the country as very few are literate on the subject! Thanks to Luna Cox the lady you recommended.

[@GeorgeKent-oi6qz]

Everyone needs a different stream of income, such as where one can invest some parts of his or her monthly income.

[@jackwatt1416]

It is really good to multiply your income before you wake up one day to realize you didn't plan well for your future endeavors!!!

[@FloridaAnderson-go4yw]

Luna Cox totally changed my life for good. I have come across individuals but none is as honest as she is. So surprised you know her too.

[@MoranJeda]

Not surprised you know her, she just so good and her professional strategies are really mind blowing.

[@AruseiRawat]

Could you be kind enough to share her info???

[@CarlosMazz]

Wish you well Nate, your channel has been very helpful. I still remember when you had a couple hundred subscribers. I'm on my way to financial freedom. Not there yet but I will!

[@elizamorin3780]

That’s awesome Nate! I really appreciate the things you have shared through your videos. I hope that you reach the goals. Enjoy your freedom

[@HarjotParhar]

Thank you Nate, I always searched and looked up on all the Vlogs. Appreciate the content, you will be missed. 🎉

[@MrGorillat]

This dude didn't yap ever, he got straight to the point, honestly might be the only finance creator that felt legit.

[@hazell1593]

I doubt you will have any problems finding a life partner. You seem very grounded for a young man.

[@NateOBrien]

Thanks. I hope so

[@pavXX]

Thanks for the update. Glad to hear things going well for you. Best of luck going forward.

[@ioneovv]

Than you so much Nate. Wish you all the best in your current goals!