why i stopped listening to music.

Are you addicted to music as much as I am? Oh boii...I feel you. I've been trying to have more gaps, silence, times of my day without any external input. Usually, thats considered as counter productive, don't you think? Well...who gets to say whats productive and what not? I try to explore that in my life a little bit and this is what this video is about
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[@Blazells]

I looked at the title of the video and thought, "why would someone do that, music is beautiful" but i get it now. I never actually thought about it from this perspective. having a form of media playing during any dull task has become such a habit, it's engraved into me. but you're right. The reason i was so creative and innovative as a child was because i had to fill the silence on my own, i've been asking myself were that spontaneous creativity went over the years now that i'm studying art. I think i figured it out now, thank you :) i'm going to tune into the world more from now on ;p

[@eswarjuri]

Well, there are actually some religious people who don’t listen to music due to their beliefs! Lol

[@woopazipper]

@@eswarjuri Muslims? True, but majority opinion are musical instruments in itself are forbidden not vocals I believe.

[@BobOort]

@@woopazipper The Arabic Oud is played throughout the Islamic world. It also has many derivatives played in the Islamic world. As well, it spread through Asia and Europe as the Lute and has become the forefather of most stringed instruments in the world today. In Spain it became the Vihuela, which led to the Classical and Flamenco guitar. Islam can take credit for spreading stringed instruments around the entire world, but ironically, now Islam forbids music? It's more likely that fanatic fundamentalists such as the Taliban forbid music, but not the entire Islamic world.

[@nishisun5008]

​@@BobOortArab ≠ Islam We don't take Islam through arab culture, we take Islam from the quran and sunnah of our prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which forbids music. Arabs used to bury female children too, until islam came and put an end to many such practices. I hope you have the decency to at least respect someone's religious beliefs without outright rejecting and making stuff on your own

[@nishisun5008]

​@@BobOortSahih al-Bukhari 5590 Narrated Abu 'Amir or Abu Malik Al-Ash'ari: that he heard the Prophet (ﷺ) saying, "From among my followers there will be some people who will consider illegal sexual intercourse, the wearing of silk, the drinking of alcoholic drinks and the use of *musical instruments*, as lawful. And there will be some people who will stay near the side of a mountain and in the evening their shepherd will come to them with their sheep and ask them for something, but they will say to him, 'Return to us tomorrow.' Allah will destroy them during the night and will let the mountain fall on them, and He will transform the rest of them into monkeys and pigs and they will remain so till the Day of Resurrection

[@chelovek-jpeg]

I am surprised that many people are afraid to be left alone with their thoughts. In the modern world there is too much information available, we all need a rest

[@thehumanchris]

absolutely with you! something we need to stay aware of

[@shinobi5189]

I've thought about this too. Like being with your thoughts is part of the human experience, I guess. You get to know yourself.

[@gamerpeck8517]

@@shinobi5189 some people dont want to know themselves. some people are scared of what they might learn

[@sparklesparklesparkle6318]

@@thehumanchris haven't watched the video yet but I just wanted to share my story quick. I have cut back on music A LOT. Im huge into techno and happy hardcore dnbtrancebreaksetcetc. Lots of very energizing music. I have to be careful when I choose to listen to it because it can get me all pumped up and jumpy when I need to, at that time, be chill and relaxed. I only really listen to music before I go workout now.

[@milktea2422]

I’d say I’m not afraid to be alone with my thoughts since I do that when I don’t have music. But I feel rather bored, idk, I love music and basically blasting it through my brains. But I’m not listening to music because I’m scared to be a lone with my thoughts. I see this comment a lot, and I feel like most people aren’t afraid to be alone in silence, but it’s just boring. Rosie ally when you can listen to your favourite music. I mean sometimes I’ll just sit there with no music, maybe not for very long, but I don’t put my headphones on because I can’t be alone by myself. And I also understand that listening to music probably isn’t that good for you tbh. I mean I had like 167,000 minutes in 2020 on Spotify. And it’s been decreasing ever since then to like 55,000 minutes now, which is a huge decrease. -and even then each day I put on a 15 minutes timer on the Spotify sleep timer, so it’s a decent amount less. Anyways, it’s not about being afraid, I think it’s about boredom and usually people being overstimulated, or getting used to being overstimulated.

[@federicomatias9561]

In this noisy age, we must start to appreciate silence. Great video man!

[@thehumanchris]

Absolutely! Thank you so much!

[@ninny_alt]

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[@yooo8153]

As a songwriter, for me , a moment of silence is really precious because it gives me a lot of my own ideas

[@PhysicalEntity]

As a songwriter, I can become so inundated and obsessed with a project that I find sometimes I need to step away from any and all music for a few days just to clear and reset my brain so I can refresh my perspective. I can only make it a few days though, I love music way too much to go any longer than that

[@Joey.Tribbiani-xc2wt]

​@@PhysicalEntity How to uh guys publish those lyrics well i do write songs from the age of 13 (may be) 😊

[@sileudies]

​@@Joey.Tribbiani-xc2wtsorry im not sure what that means

[@Joey.Tribbiani-xc2wt]

@@sileudies no worries i did mean to say @physicalEntity

[@PhysicalEntity]

@@Joey.Tribbiani-xc2wt Stay passionate about creating something cool and stay hungry to learn all you can. Be influenced by other artists while inventing your own style. Always be working or experimenting with a project. Never give up no matter how much you fail I started around your age and am only just beginning to taste success now at 35. Good luck

[@4ytherium]

i agree sometimes. for me music just makes my creativity grow more. but sometimes i get tired of just listening to it, and just need silence.

[@thehumanchris]

both absolutely needed :) life's kinda dull without music, but also must not forget to enjoy our silence and boredome

[@vanilla1353]

There’s actually a study that music limits our creativity 😅

[@WillSpencer0417]

Absolutely agreed. Silence is such a pleasant experience sometimes amidst a world of noise.

[@pescado867]

I'm kinda on the same boat my brain doesn't want to just relax so I'm going overtime crazy thoughts so sometimes I end up bored and that makes me sad and that ruins shit so I use music to help me not go crazy.

[@cropro4019]

thats true and im not saying that because i hate music ok? i also used to love it so much but i stopped lying on myself@@vanilla1353

[@iamkaylaceleste]

I often drive in silence because I just need the quiet. I enjoy sitting in my house without anything in the background- I feel this to my core! ❤

[@thehumanchris]

That's amazing! 🙌

[@AFFTFOMSICHTS]

Same!!!

[@dudedude6892]

I used to love that. Tinnitus sucks.

[@user-qv3zt8xo7e]

@@dudedude6892I’m so sorry, that sounds so overwhelming to have to deal with every day. Is it a constant ringing, or does it come and go?

[@dudedude6892]

@@user-qv3zt8xo7e I’ve got permanent tinnitus, meaning that it’s always there. Although, I think that this could be a misunderstanding about it, it varies a lot. For example, when I woke up yesterday it was really loud, a lot more than usual. Today, however, it was pretty normal. Another thing about that I don’t think people understand, is that sometimes (pretty randomly), another, higher, louder pitch is added for a few minutes. The best thing about it is that you don’t really have to focus on tuning it out, as if I’m hearing a noise that’s louder than my tinnitus, then I have to focus to notice it. However, in those quiet moments, like trying to sleep or those same quiet drives, it’s pretty noticeable. Protect your ears!

[@maikdmann]

I actually don't remember when I last watched a KZbin video without music. Just the melody of your voice. Awesome message. Keep it up. :]

[@donotbotherpeopleontheinternet]

❤

[@girkin123]

im starting to notice life without music and its actually very peaceful. i like listening to the shuffling of my movements and the pattern of my breathing. music is a huge part of my life though and i love it so much.

[@thehumanchris]

life really is so peaceful without music! like when you stop to just listen to the ambience of it all. taking slow breaths and observing everything. so much beauty in it all. love that you can relate to this. music is a huge part of my life too

[@samu-chan]

😂

[@ReyIsAway]

I didn't notice that you had 481 subscribers. I was dumbfounded by the cinematography and the writing, it's awesome! Also, what a great camera you have! And yes, this has definitely left something on me. I need to appreciate the serenity and (sometimes) quietness of life without technology bothering us. Awesome video!

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you friend 💛 That was such a lovely comment to read

[@drewsalvigsen6171]

One month later and he's almost at 3k. 👏

[@Truthseeker004]

I didn't notice either

[@brittanyrosas6213]

3.65k@@drewsalvigsen6171

[@lelouch_lamperouge_84]

😅 I just read the title and started watching the video without listening to anything he was saying. The video felt cinematic to me. Indeed I say yes to music only during my work hours and nowhere else. Especially consuming media while eating is a big NO I suggest others.

[@zazedd]

Also, when you stop listening to music all the time, when you take an hour to listen to an album you love it sounds even better than you remembered.

[@thehumanchris]

so true!!

[@Jesus_Christ_loves_you_alot]

Hi there! Jesus Christ loves you. He is the only way to heaven. May God bless you! 😊

[@Sumedhjain.]

@@Jesus_Christ_loves_you_alotnuh uh

[@The_Questionaut]

​@@Sumedhjain.I imagine the statue in your profile pic saying that 😂

[@shahlabadel8628]

so true!

[@calivervase7302]

Lot of people underestimate the effect of silence , but only few people understand how necessary it is to cut out the noise from a world full of distraction and sink into the thoughts in mind , face it for real and start gaining true momentum towards their goals

[@thehumanchris]

I am so with you on this!

[@Myactualyoutubechannel]

I'm trying to get rid of music cause it's forbidden in Islam. I guess I realized why it is This video helped me more, thank you

[@haya3175]

same! I hope we can all succeed In Shaa Allah^^

[@leviwanyoike]

Yet mosques find it convenient to blast gibberish through loudspeakers early morning. Religious folk are as such blind lost sheep.

[@niamhbeech9385]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot at the moment. As someone who depends on music but also gets quite overstimulated by sound I’ve been finding the balancing shifting to overwhelming a lot more. Part of me is scared to sit in silence or even create in silence

[@thehumanchris]

There's definitely a lot of discomfort. But something interesting happens if you show up and just wait for the idea to strike

[@Jesus_Christ_loves_you_alot]

It's worth it. Over time you will get used to it. May God bless you!

[@deiiiv_id]

SAME HERE! You described exactly what i’ve been feeling and thinking lately

[@dream_dealer]

i'm surprised this doesn't have more views. i deeply resonate with this video because i recently lost my only earphones and i currently can''t afford new ones... so i've been commuting in silence for the past couple of weeks. i realised how i'm so much more present and in tune with myself since i've stopped listening to music all the time. we need to learn to be with ourselves again.

[@Jesus_Christ_loves_you_alot]

Facts! May God bless you!

[@GingerSadClaps69]

As someone who likes to listen full albums while being quiet.and trying to sing along,i can't live without music but i can't focus while listening to it during some tasks it's overwhelming and exhausting,i love being in silence too while i am reading so i can feel the words filling the gap between the pages ,i think we all should appreciate the little things in life bc they happen without background music ,we also should appreciate music as a whole and not just as a background sound

[@thehumanchris]

the little things in life do happen without background music, very well said!

[@LeviKerrison]

There should never be a background. Listen to music fully, studying or read in silence fully and do everything else fully.

[@GingerSadClaps69]

@@LeviKerrison i hate to do homework or daily things while listening to music it's so exhaustive, when i am listening to music i take it seriously

[@LeviKerrison]

@@GingerSadClaps69 100%. Same with food, meditation, gym, study, work, play and all things focus/intent related. Cant cherish the blessing of food while watching tv, can’t appreciate the blessing of your mind when studying with music and so many more tool related activities. Ginger I’m with you. Studying is near impossible with music on. But life is near impossible with music off.

[@DrawinskyMoon]

Be glad you don’t have tinnitus and listening to your bodies broken music. I can never have silence ever again.

[@occamsshavecream4541]

I'm a professional musician and I have trained myself to turn off the music (or de-focus) the musical thoughts that constantly create themselves in my mind. It may sound counter-productive, but it is important to have silence in the mind as well as external devices.

[@Karamintheworld]

the amount of shots in here are impressive, and they're all taken within a small circle of our home. Loved the way you documented the things and places that you see on a daily basis. Also, great message and I absolutely agree, you gotta quiet your environment to listen to your mind. Great video as well Chris :)

[@thehumanchris]

thank you Karam! i definitely put a lot of thought into having multiple angles and shots of the same location. nice to see someone notice and appreciate it :)

[@adnaanmuhammed8784]

music has a profound effect on us. It is always better not to get addicted to anything, music wasn't easy or available back in the day for listening always but since the invention of headphones we got 24 hrs music playing out in our ears all the time, I feel silence is more beautiful than everything, the time spot when we can actually connect and get more in spiritual with life even if it's 5 mins a day.

[@thehumanchris]

so true! music really wasn't as available and easily accessible back then, as it is now. and i find it really beautiful that you think silence is better than everything. i think it's important that more of us, which are addicted to music (in the best way possible), to embrace silence more and more

[@Jesus_Christ_loves_you_alot]

Silence is really beautiful. Subtle things like door opening, birds chirping, kettle boiling, your own breath, it's all there for a reason. We just aren't made to be listening to or watching things 24/7. Our brain needs to rest and think about life. Also, Jesus Christ loves you. He is the only way to heaven. May God bless you! 😊

[@adnaanmuhammed8784]

you need more subscribers bro. Production level is unbeatable @@thehumanchris

[@anothersomeone7008]

I did the same thing until this year, I struggled with listening to music, mostly because I had unprocessed emotions, which triggered uncomfortable feelings about the past when I listened to music. This year, I listened to a little more music, reframed, still reframing… and I think it’s working, I mostly listen to jazz or music in languages I don’t understand so that I am only focused on the beats. TMI, but thought I should share 😊

[@thehumanchris]

Wow. That is suuuuper interesting, thank you so much for sharing a part of your story. I never thought someone can have it the other way around, but I love learning from others and their experiences. It's definitely interesting to hear, thank you once more for sharing 😊

[@himanshulakhlan8433]

a bit..similar to my story 💚

[@liverecord3168]

In my religion music is Haram, and Over what I know and feel music always takes you to some dreams that You maybe will not achieve in your life that's what will give you depression, Music makes you not appreciate the life that you are living on the moment and gives you happy life on the imagination that depression stuff, I switch to listening to Quoran it's makes me happy of the life that I live and happy for everything on my life.

[@leviwanyoike]

Yet mosques find it convenient to blast gibberish through loudspeakers early morning. Religious folk are as such blind lost sheep.

[@lipsach]

You are talking about extreme amounts of music listening. I never understood people who are nonstop on the headphones, while walking, biking, picnic in nature and so on. For me that was always too destructing, I always enjoyed more the surrounding, nature, people, city at those moments.

[@thehumanchris]

That's beautiful! I wouldn't say I listen to extreme amounts of music, like compared to musicians it's definitely less, but i also listen more than the regular person. It just sets the mood very well for whatever i'm doing. But I also realise that sometimes I definitely listen to too much of it. I try to fill in every gap with some sort of an energy. I made this video to reflect that idea and it's actually really cool to see that a lot of people enjoy the mundane sounds of every life, the nature, environments, city and everything else

[@coolmitochondria4467]

It's actually so true, I absolutely hate the uncomfortable thoughts I have when I don't have music on, it's scary to me at times. Which is why it is even more important for me to get out of this shell I built around myself with a constant source of media and just sit or walk alone for a while. Thank you for this lovely video!

[@nuts3100]

I am a muslim but also a human who makes mistake obviously since i was 14 i started listening to songs, memorize lyrics, sing it out loud i still sing but i dont really listen to music to be really honest i thought it would be impossible for me to stop listening to music but as i skipped the reels and stopped watching videos with high music it was so peaceful it is so peaceful though sometimes i do find myself swaying and light dancing whenever i listen music someone else put on but i absolutely dont love high music now

[@HeartlessGlitch]

Youre a lot safer when youre not listening to music. Sound is extremely important to situational awareness.

[@thehumanchris]

I used to blast music in the car. Like BLAST BLAST. Being a young adult now, i realize, that it decreases my awareness when driving for example. I still listen to music while driving, but not as loud as I used to. What's your experience related to what you're saying?

[@Ajay_sharma743]

For real , I was thinking about the same thing for quite a while not because of music but social media it was irritating me, making my schedule look busy then I realised , I wasn't giving myself enough time.doing nothing for a while just relaxing, It helps me make things clear. Your video really did a great job at explaining that.

[@thehumanchris]

doing nothing and slowing down, consuming less media definitely really helps with making the mind clear. i'm happy you enjoyed this 🫶

[@blexx2804]

i don’t think i can live without having music in my life

[@thehumanchris]

absolutely, me neither

[@wheidhuwjejxjs]

I somewhat agree with you...but to be honest, when I feel sad or lonely...and then I listen to music that reminds me of my childhood...or music whose words accurately describe my feelings...I feel a lot better! . Music creates memories for us. And reminds us of people. It expresses feelings and emotions more than anything else. I agree with you that I should not wear headphones all the time. But when walking or exercising. If you put on headphones, you will feel more motivated. In the end, everyone does the things that make them feel comfortable,

[@TeemsTheVisionary]

I heard someone say you when you wake up don’t listen to any music. Listen to like a motivational podcast, audio book for a little and have it silence untold it’s like 1pm. Bc your mind is fragile early in the morning. I tried it and honestly man I felt good. Bc I’m undisciplined I fell back into the cycle of bad habits but imma do it tm when I wake up

[@bluezy710]

Music addiction is a real thing because it's like a drug, we use it to escape the pressures of our realities instead of facing them. I've realized that music was a huge part in my mental health, not in helping it but making it worse when I thought it was helping because it was serving as an escape for me so now I cut off all that music and just listen to things that bring me peace and a realistic happiness. Been listening to a lot of songs about God lately. There's this song I really like because it's like the artist is having a real talk with God in a sad moment and there's so much hope in it that it actually uplifts me. It's called Where I'm Gonna Be by Mia Rio. She's not a big artist yet but totally worth it.

[@JohnDartBoard]

i love the way you direct your videos and have visually appealing footage combined with your engaging script and calming, gentle voice. I can definitely tell you put much thought into your videos.

[@thehumanchris]

Awe John that is so nice of you. Absolutely. A lot of thought go into these and there's so much i have to push around to make them, but they are very fulfilling and i love the artform itself. Your comment meant a lot, thank you for seeing me 💛

[@ssacchi]

What a piece of art! So calming to watch and hear. Keep it up!

[@thehumanchris]

Homieee 💛 I feel like it could be a series, as it's very peaceful but also informative. Thank you :)

[@aesqzx]

This video changed my perspective for real . The cinematography, silence in the background, yours voice over, this short video was beautifully made. I wish you make a whole video series like this.

[@thehumanchris]

Awe thank you so much! I'll definitely continue making them :) Will you stick around?

[@alien4320]

Thank you @The Human Chris for this video. It felt oddly calm to watch and listen to a video on KZbin with no bgm. I just realised what I have been trying to realise all this time. You now have one more person who has subscribed to you, and is patiently looking forward to new things from you.

[@cyn0_]

How the hell do you only have 380 subs? This is such a well shot, insightful video!

[@thehumanchris]

haha that's so nice of you, happy you found it!

[@MoonFidelity]

As a musician, I had to watch this and I actually agree with your view. In my case, I make so much music that I started listening less and less to other's music - simply to enjoy the silence every now and then. I don't listen to music on the bus or in the gym and some people say that's crazy. I find it relaxing. Silence is just another form of sound/music if you will.

[@user-yd2wh9jf4s]

Well everyone is different I don’t listen music all day I only listen when I want vibe or feel uplifted but that me not you so this topic is mainly about individualism not how you should listen to music

[@sxlver2488]

Beautiful video! I totally agree, I love sitting alone with my thoughts just looking out the window and I think it's sad that we're losing that in the modern world. It's important to take in and appreciate the "dull" moments without trying to constantly drown them out. Keep up the great work!!

[@Parvaz_007]

Thank you so much for this wonderful video. It really opened my eyes, made me think what am I doing with my life, is this what I wanted to achieve is this what I dreamt about. Now I feel like I can live again with a brand new story and a brand new journey which will make me fall in love with myself and everything around me again.

[@mq1995]

I love the cinematography! The image is crisp and the colors are on point! Almost surreal, but so very real! I liked it

[@thehumanchris]

That's such a nice compliment, thank you!! It's something i've been working on for a long time, especially the color grading 🫶

[@GallyRova]

Dude is so underrated, the video, the cinematography and everything is just so amazing, i wish you grow!

[@thehumanchris]

it means t he world that you think this highly of what I make, thank you so so much!! 🥺💛

[@SincerelyAdriel]

I love this man... getting to know yourself is overlooked and you've reminded all of us to spend time seemingly 'bored'

[@thehumanchris]

Absolutely brother!

[@TMarquis0fficial]

Y'know? I listened to the lessons throughout the video along with the audio, I can't help with the visuals go so well with your points and it's so immersive. I'm currently searching for new channels that can inspire me to create moments of time and life like yours and staying away from music was a step for me that's gotten me closer to diving into my creative element. I agree that I at times, must open space for silence and boredom. (Like right now currently typing and hearing nothing but the tapping of my keyboard). I appreciate you, your perspective and transparency, this is the form of videos I've been searching for a while.

[@ginavadanaphotographer]

What an insightful video and script too! Images super delightful, I feel inspired to go out and film myself on the streets too. But I am still shy/afraid that someone will just take my camera from me hahah! The message, still your mind to find yourself! I resonate 100% and I am glad we are reflections to each other for these human experiences! You are so appreciated Chris! Lots of love

[@thehumanchris]

awee thank you Gigi 💛 As someone who constantly loves learning and being entertained, shutting all of that off, unless in nature, feels weird. But i've been able to think more clearly in days where i didnt occupy my mind with anything externally. ALSO! You should definitely go outside and film some stuff. I've also had to push myself out of my comfort zone to do it, but its always very gratifying and pushes your creativity :)

[@Gary-sx5ox]

Here is a great test to see if you have a problem with media. When you sit down for your next dinner, just sit and eat. No reading, t.v., pad, phone…….nothing. Just you, in your kitchen, eating. If you’re uncomfortable, you might not know how to be with yourself.

[@thehumanchris]

I love that. Everyone should give this a try and see how it makes them feel

[@shrimoyee7380]

The way you've worded, and filmed this is exceptionally beautiful . I realized this a few months ago, I sometimes feel as if songs are burdening me with emotions which i never had and those emotions distract me from my own thoughts. Yea sometimes I still listen to music, play music but I don't use it to fill the gaps that boredom causes. Instead i like to be left alone without any external input and after sometime I get overwhelmed with my own thoughts. I'm going to be 16 and I'm happy that I've realized this much earlier than people do :D

[@elkoestlich]

I love the style of your video. Just normal everyday scenes, impressions and feelings, no background music or fast cuts. And in a quality, that it seems like I just lived that moment as well

[@thehumanchris]

Yes!! That's exactly what it is. I'm happy you were able to spot it and also very happy you enjoyed the simplicity of it :)

[@HabibaAyman-jy8lv]

In Islam, listening to music is haram "not allowed", I've been always see a negative effect on us as humans. I just know that Allah who create us knows very well what is good for us as a human or on the whole society.

[@brawlerpro5829]

Music that will cause unnecessary sadness and tear the soul apart is haram. Music that instills life energy and encourages beauty is halal.

[@HabibaAyman-jy8lv]

No both of them are haram and you can search about this and there where a hadith talking about this. In my opinion, energy and positive music as you said it just makes us happy for moments and then you back to reality and back to everything. you can get this by listening or reading a quran, it makes everything peaceful and makes sense. or doing sports. so you'll start to feel the real life and find stuff that really makes you happy and not haram or damage your mental health by the time. anyways, my opinion is not important when it comes to halal or haram we just try as we can to follow Allah’s commands and avoiding His prohibitions and ask him to help us doing this. @@brawlerpro5829

[@mrmuhammad11]

​@brawlerpro5829 Music that addicts you is haram(especially digital and instrumental music) music that doesn't lead you to addiction is halal.

[@SA-GE25]

​@brawlerpro5829 If you insist on doing something haram, do it yourself without lying to others and claiming it is OK to do it. The prophet peace be upon him said in an authentic hadith "From among my followers there will be some people who will consider illegal sexual intercourse, the wearing of silk, the drinking of alcoholic drinks and the use of musical instruments, as lawful." [Sahih Al-Bukhari].

[@SA-GE25]

​@@mrmuhammad11 Same goes to you brother.

[@PrimalCounselor]

This video was art. I enjoyed every second of it. Thank you for the time and effort you put into this. I subbed and wish you all the best.

[@thehumanchris]

i'm touched by your words and appreciate you so much for saying all of that. thank you friend 💛 see you around! :)

[@user-ut7fi7tu1g]

From Ethiopia, This is the first time I saw your video. Your story telling is awesome! After giving myself several challenges, I now enjoy taking long walks alone or meeting friends empty handed and it feel so right! People should definitely try it

[@Hacene777]

Man i've been watching this video again and over again for the last week , i relate to it , and also the scenes used in the video are so relaxing to watch , keep up

[@phunkymind23]

I'm not going to stop listening to music completely, especially since I'm a musician, but I am going to find ways of listening to silence more. Thank you for this insightful video.

[@thehumanchris]

Same! I love music too much haha happy you liked it 🫶

[@TeemsTheVisionary]

I heard someone say don’t listen to music until like 1pm and ngl it was a game changer

[@yon9906]

I love music, I always believe that it is what gives my life meaning, especially when i discover new albums all over the world thanks to the help of youtube algorithm, I used to try to fill every menial gap with a song playing in the background, music is a wonderful thing that always lifts me up, I was initially quite taken aback by the video title wondering why someone would stop enjoying such a great medium, after watching your video, I have to agree, silence is a pretty important thing to have especially in the busy modern world, in silence is when my brain is the most active, I get to introspect and organize my own thoughts, I would still listen to music cause its such an important part of my life, but I would not force myself to listen to it 24/7 and leave some time for silence through the day.

[@davebalmada]

Beautiful video! I totally agree with this concept. I biked to the city center yesterday without any music and appreciated much more my surroundings and how pretty my city (Amsterdam) is. Thanks!

[@thehumanchris]

Hey Dave! I love Amsterdam. I was just there 2 weeks ago, but I often go back because of how much I love it there. I'm happy you got something out of this video, sending hugs from Montreal 🇨🇦

[@michniewicz7375]

I love the way you captured the cityscape in this video! You perceived a very important message, however I just couldn't help but gasp at the views of your surroundings, this made me feel so nostalgic and wholesome, looks so european, reminded me to appreciate my home more

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you!! Cinema and cinematography is one of my favorite things and its nice to see it being received so well by you 💛 I'm happy you also enjoyed the message and what i had to say. Video was shot in Berlin, where I'm based. Where is your home?

[@TaraSorin]

this is so beautiful, i love the calm and thoughtfulness of it :)

[@thehumanchris]

I appreciate you seeing it this way 🥺

[@minghoartcaiche4194]

MAN WHAT THE HELL! ONLY 5K SUBS? The love and passion you put in your video is equivalent to a 1M sub channel. Congratulations. In the past month i was realising that music was a "toxic" treat to me because I was always lasting to it, even just for wash the dishes which takes only 10 minutes or to just wake up. I'm gonna try to put a stop with this thing. And this video helped me to decided to do it at least. So thank you!. Have a great day!

[@thehumanchris]

Ahhhh dude im reading this and it's so heartwarming, really, thank you. It makes me so happy that the video feels that way to you. I've also noticed that sometimes I just can't even hear my own thoughts cuz im listening to music all the time. Like with everything, it's all about tthe balance. Have a great day too!

[@Deena44]

I loved this video

[@thehumanchris]

Awee that's so nice! I'm so thankful that what I make can do that 🫶

[@aananwar5545]

your art has build up to be one of my favourites thank you so much for sharing to the world this type of wonderful

[@MindNow]

Very awesome my friend. Yeah.. music can have a profound impact on us, just because it affects many MANY parts of our brain. But it also gives us dopamine. Sometimes, deliberately tuning out from them is helpful to see what we already have in front of us. Being present. Well edited. Very peaceful and calming. ❤

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you Winny and very well said with the dopamine 💛

[@ladybird491]

Nature sounds outdoors is enough. I have written some great work in complete science. If you need music to stimulate your mind then there is a problem.

[@ladybird491]

Music is suppose to be an option not a priority.

[@jeronimojosemontalvovasque6105]

I had this thought before, i listen music for everything that i do, sometimes the volume isnt up enough for me, even if it damages my ears, when i exercise, cook, do homework, even when trying to sleep, it gives me a boost of energy that when is finished i try it again, almost like im dependent to it to do almost anything. During the mornings i have this feeling of doing things, but when i start listening music and these emotions come up and brings me joy for like 20 or 30 minutes, and then i stop, its like it consumed most of it and leaves me with none.

[@yungneon4822]

You’re absolutely right, we all need silence in moments we feel like only music or other form of media can keep us entertained, or help us to distract ourselves from thinking too much Great video!

[@Namnam54]

Absolutely stunning video. Not just the superb cinematography, but the message just fits so well. This is something I also started doing pretty recently and seeing someone else having the same thought, but articulated so well is pretty cool. Hope you are doing well.

[@thehumanchris]

Ah thats so nice of you! I also love the fact that this is something you've been thinking about recently and the video found you at the perfect time 🫶

[@choou566]

Islam is a way of life that fills the void, not just a religion

[@hououinkyouma4248]

How so when pedophilia is a normal thing in the religion

[@user-iy1sp8xi5p]

I 100% agree with this video and this found me at the perfect time :) Thank you for sharing!!!

[@thehumanchris]

Ahh that's amazing! I'm happy it resonated 💛

[@maxgronros6728]

Thank yo for sharing this, i have never really listend to music and often find myself just lookinig out of the window and doing nothing whilst on the buss, this happends all the time wether its doing nothing whilst on a walk or whilst im waiting for my doctors appointment, etc. Never really encounterd annyone who does this other than me and it was nice hearing somone put it into words. Great Video

[@thehumanchris]

Oh! But i find that so unique! With someone who's on the opposite spectrum, i appreciate silence, especially since i meditate, but often gravitate to music for the energy im seeking. I find it really cool that you mostly don't listen to music. It's really interesting to hear your perspective and story. Thank you for sharing

[@maxgronros6728]

@@thehumanchris

[@Lady_Emane]

That was so helpful, i agree with everything you said thank you so much for making such a good content ❤️

[@the_musing_kravist]

Been struggling with music addiction for the last 25 years, and don't think I'll ever have the answers. It's great to see people making videos about it nowadays; it's become a known issue. What a joy to have discovered your channel today; please keep making these beautiful, inspiring videos.

[@burnknuckles5906]

I read your name after your comment, it made me giggle. I would suggest you to quit it slowly rather than all at once, make a tasks list (anything like watching a chunk of tutorial, doing certain number of pushups, buying groceries, washing your socks etc..) and start rewarding yourself with a song after completing these small tasks. Always keep the tasks that you despise the most at the top priority. Use your addiction for your benefit.

[@burnknuckles5906]

And remember, always be true to yourself only. If you lie to yourself a lot and don't fulfill the promises that you make to yourself than you'd always find yourself running away from reality in the form of addiction. It's okay to fall short sometimes, just apologize to yourself and move on.

[@Hanini-ty7sx]

Oh, praise be to God.. In my Islamic religion, God tells us and commands us not to listen to music because He is our Creator, so He knows that music is harmful to the heart and gives a beautiful feeling temporarily, then the effect of drugs disappears, and this will cause real fatigue... Oh, thank God for the blessing of Islam. God commands us to listen to the Qur’an and understand it. It calms the human soul and reassures the heart. It is truly special. I recommend this clip to you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJPWlpJtp7J9pM0si=TDK4YbeDT-7nWnWY

[@ardiansyahkesuma7464]

Gyat. A video without music really refreshing. That mic though so crisp 🗿

[@thehumanchris]

Hehehe thank you :3

[@robinvanderpal372]

I sincerely appreciate that you made this video, thank you. I'd like to make a comparison to something like a hiking vacation, I've found that (with some friends) being away from electricity for a few days can be really refreshing.

[@vladislavkaras491]

What a beautiful neighborhood you have got there I must say! Actually agree with all that said! Also another great thing is to either not take phone with you, or disable notifications/put it somewhere, where it would not be comfortable to take out (like a bag). It also helps to not get distracted and think for a while! Thanks for the video!

[@dxrpreet]

lovely point, i always felt that. we sometimes escape our emotions or alter them with contrasting music at times

[@thehumanchris]

totally! i feel like music really helps sometimes, but also can be an escapism at other

[@marknewton7917]

ive been thinking of the same thing and this video is just the clarity my mind needed. thx

[@thehumanchris]

That's amazing! I'm so happy you shared that with me 🙏

[@THECHRISAL3X]

Dude…I’m right with you. Been thinking about this a lot and all of the sudden here you are on my feed. Never even heard of you in my life. Instant subscribe man.

[@thehumanchris]

Hahaha ayyyy I'm happy the universe brought us together 😉 thank you so much, really

[@ilham218]

Islam did not forbid music for nothing . Every command made by allah is wise and makes sense because he's the one who created you so basically he know what's good for you and what's not

[@mennatallah8126]

I left music cuz my religion (Islam) prohibited it, and after that i realized how beautiful life with all the noises in it❤

[@daisy_margo]

Thank u so much! I agree with u, that we need to have time to think, speak with ourselves, without interraptions. Its pretty nice idea to make a challenge.

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you Daisy! I think it's a great challenge for ourselves 🙏

[@Hi_Zie]

This video really reminded me of what I was going through a year or two ago, my worst fear was not just my self but my own thoughts. It’s crazy to see how far I’ve come knowing that not even to long ago I couldn’t stand being alone with myself, or my thoughts and now although I have those days every now and then, I can actually take a minute to breathe and clean in complete silence. I’ve been trying to distract myself from the real world lately and I realize I wasn’t able to make art and enjoy it as much when there was something in the background it truly made me lose the feeling of a connection to my art and I lost my interest in art for quite a bit. anyways what I’m trying to say is thank you for making this video I got to reflect a lot in just a few minutes

[@LightCrasher]

A while ago I noticed that music, or, rather, a feel for music is a finite resourse. And if I want to enjoy my set longer, I`d better "save it for later".

[@thehumanchris]

really like that :)

[@olhickory9815]

Brilliant yet simple. A man who professes something and does it. Practicing what he preaches. The dearth of music in the background is splendid. It’s quite nice to just hear what is there, and not what might add to the mood. Silence is often true, good, and beautiful

[@thehumanchris]

Ah tthis comment was amazing, you worded things so well, thank you!!

[@peshal0]

I relate a lot with this idea. I'm constantly surrounded by music even when it's not me who's playing it. So, any second there is pure natural silence, I feel relaxed. I bring this up among my peers and since they are very foreign to this, I often come off as weird. But it's glad to see a lot of us resonate with it. And the cinematography and writing on this is absolutely commendable. Loved this video.

[@Hanini-ty7sx]

Oh, praise be to God.. In my Islamic religion, God tells us and commands us not to listen to music because He is our Creator, so He knows that music is harmful to the heart and gives a beautiful feeling temporarily, then the effect of drugs disappears, and this will cause real fatigue... Oh, thank God for the blessing of Islam. God commands us to listen to the Qur’an and understand it. It calms the human soul and reassures the heart. It is truly special. I recommend this clip to you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJPWlpJtp7J9pM0si=TDK4YbeDT-7nWnWY

[@Tarass95]

So very nicely told and the video is so beautiful. Respect!

[@mythyx8381]

i see a big difference between social media and music. I see social media as dopamine hits, constant bombardement of information. But music is like listening to art. A beautiful song can make me wonder about life, just like all genres of paintings can.

[@AliciaAEC]

I feel the exact same way.

[@Ad-Ac]

Music will go on forever, meaningful music I mean. It will outlive all of us. I look for beautiful melodies in music too, but lyrics.. this is the deal breaker.

[@mythyx8381]

@@Ad-Ac to me that heavily depends on the genre: If you're listening to love songs then lyrics are very important. Listening to rap, lyrics is the most important: the sometimes beautiful rhymescemes outmatch any other genre.

[@Ad-Ac]

@@mythyx8381 I am very picky when it comes to rap and I don't listen to it normally. Not my style. Even when I so, it better be some American native gangsta black rap. Almost everything else in that genre is irrelevant.

[@ikramoujaddi]

You know that music in the religion of Islam is considered forbidden and Islam does not prohibit without reason, but rather, there is wisdom in Allah's decrees, whether we perceive it or not.

[@lesedimakeketa5683]

Care to elaborate?

[@YoSpongebob]

@@lesedimakeketa5683 For those who used to be addicted to Music and left it for the sake of Allah Almighty have spoken about it especially on KZbin and amongst the many benefits they say they felt like it was an addiction which is weird because we do not think of it as such, we think we are listening to make our moods better and we stop when we want to stop and some consider such a thing not an addiction but then if you think about it do the people who love music and entertainment a bit too much seem to be annoyed when the music isn’t right or would even fight for a basic aux or song of their choice… I mean I had my bestfriend block me on fb just because I told her her favorite music artist wasn’t that cool. Can you imagine. They just like drugs or cigarettes addicts or alcohol addicts justify their bad behavior with this “music lover” and if you think about it they are definitely not able to stop this addiction whenever they want. Even I personally unfortunately keep going back to stopping and then listening again.. much like any other addiction. I hope this explains my point although I haven’t done as much of a justice to it as I wish I could have.

[@LimitlessTayte]

I relate to this heavy. Any time I have to just relax I realize my brain has room to think clear, and even think new ideas. I am going to start reminding myself to do this more, thank you for this video.

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you!! This is exactly the realisation I came too, im happy you felt the same way and learned this too recently

[@pixelstriko1642]

I can understand this, a lot of the time when I listen to music it feels like my focus is on the music, and I don't really have as many insightful thoughts, seeing someone agree is nice, great video :).

[@yanvlog4029]

In our religion as muslims, music is prohibited. When I saw your video, I have been wondering what makes non muslim person stop listening to music? It was a great video thanks for making it.

[@mirsadgll]

same exact reason why im here

[@boomboomzoom4901]

Guess I'll never be Muslim

[@myname5290]

​@@boomboomzoom4901 Becoming a muslim isn't about liking Islam and it's rules or not. It's about the ultimate truth from God. And to God it's not optional. God will judge us in the afterlife. You either follow God's rules or you end up in hell. As simple as that. If i were you i wouldn't decide to become a muslim or not based on what i like and what i dont like. I would search and investigate wether it's really from God or not. Wether it is really the ultimate truth or not.​Then make your decision and wait for the consequences.

[@yanvlog4029]

I am not here trying to tell anyone to be a muslim. I am telling others my reason to be here. Also, I think you need a treatment becasue probably you are having islamophobia @@boomboomzoom4901

[@user-hv6un9nf5n]

​​@@boomboomzoom4901wrong paths always look easier and nicer. Healthy food tastes worse than junk food, doing sport is harder than sleeping and relaxing, studying is harder than wasting time and mooching around. Also Islam seems to be hard with so many obligations but remember easier paths are not often the right paths.

[@jeetbhanushali4302]

Half of the people watched only half of the video because there was no background music

[@thehumanchris]

maybe 🤷‍♂️

[@tygove906]

This is beautiful. Thanks for the reminder!

[@mynameusedtobelong]

this is just part of my routine since i was a kid, my city didn't had too much entertraiment and internet was expansive. So i walk and think, this always conforted me and is magical when you just make wrongs turns and can see new things or details who weren't there before. Never understand how people could do things while hearing other things, i tried doing it and my head hurts literally and make me go dizzy. This video resonated with me, even I that didn't have this problem.

[@chicken5130]

1:05 when he gets up you can see there is a hole in his jeans

[@jellyfishfingernail]

music is art and inspires me

[@thehumanchris]

absolutely! couldn't live without it 🙌

[@mikaschronicles]

I love this view. Sometimes boredom is important, especially when it comes to getting to know ourselves. thank you!

[@thehumanchris]

You said that so well! Thank you 🫶

[@mateush.]

i really like the philosophy you brung in this video. for me, personally, to stop listening to music is a really drastic change, but i really enjoy the idea of letting thoughts come and just wonder around with nothing to entertain yourself. that might be the main point: let your mind think sometimes, instead of constantly run away from boredom :)

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you! Yeah not listening to music is a really drastic change for me too. You summed it pretty well in the last sentence, i think it's what i'm trying to communicate through this video too

[@Queentunisian5]

Al Hamdulillah it's Haram ✨

[@AdventuresOfPepero]

I stopped constantly listening to musics around 3 years ago. now i feel better. actually when i listen to music, i feel more sadness, angry, emptiness inside. the beautiful silence is a gift in this crowdy world.

[@thehumanchris]

Wow that's amazing! I'm happy it works for you. I think there's music that also delivers on a lot of beautiful feelings (all feelings are beautiful, but you know what I mean) but if you've learned to enjoy the silence, then thats also great!

[@univbae]

wow this is actually something i needed to hear, because i’ve always felt that i’m starting to listen to music as an escape and distraction!

[@ieatwater325]

This video feels so professional. Thank you for sharing your opinion on that. you defenitly made me curious about this problem

[@thehumanchris]

Thank you for the kind words 🙌 I'm happy I provoked some thought

[@angies6789]

I listen to music so much I even dream with it🙃

[@thehumanchris]

Hahaha, honestly me too sometimes

[@angies6789]

@@thehumanchris IKR I maybe even make my own productions in my dreams

[@yomyom1234]

Muslims: 🧍🧍🧍🧍

[@danirm1171]

😅😅😂😂🤣🤣

[@visual8029]

Wow man. Wonderful video with amazing cinematography and message. Great work.

[@thehumanchris]

Really really appreciate it friend🫶

[@Hazelgaze111]

This is such an amazing thought, i used to listen to music so much too but then, i made a schedule and gave an hour to myself to listen to music and the rest of the day, its just silence and me. Tbh, its really peaceful to have silence sometimes, it helps me calm.♡

[@thichchuianti]

I love music!

[@thehumanchris]

Meee too! I don't think I'll ever fully quit listening to music