Dave, first I have to thank you for your kind words, the tears are still flowing... Everything you said about Michael is so on point. I noticed right away when he didn't post his message on Monday morning. I reached out to Raine. Well, she finally found out and posted the news. 😢 He was always so encouraging and kind. Now, I thank you for opening up your heart and saying what you did here. A kind word has so much power and helps many. And you are right about taking breaks from social media and plants, too. When I am overwhelmed, I pull back and just pray. GOD bless you, Dave! RIP Michael!
I just put on my makeup when I watched your video. Your kinds words for Michael and you opening up about your mental health issues warmed my heart to tears. You're such a kind and brave hearted man. It's fitting you named your dog Soul because it takes loving , honest people like you to let the world know how alive and real we should live our lives. Soul to Soul. Be blessed.
I struggle with my mental health as well (started when I was 12). It breaks my heart when I find someone else is fighting the same battle as me & didn’t make it through. I’d only recently came across the planted eye thru your video and a few others who collabed with him. My heart goes out to him & his family. 💔 I’d want to be filthy rich only because I’d have the funds to truly help black & indigenous people. Especially when it comes to legalities like the unjust murders that constantly get swept under the rug and being able to build our/their communities up. To provide the resources we’ve missed out on historically in order to succeed. ✊🏽
Thank you. Ok, so finally someone who dreams BIG, I was waiting for and answer like yours...because even though I don't want fifty rich problems, its a good thing to have rich POWER to change things. Dope answer.
This breaks my heart, I had been subscribed to him for some time and didn’t think anything of it when he wasn’t uploading. A lot of people I watch take long breaks. He was so cool and passionate about his love of plants. I can relate to using my love of plants to fighting depression, but some times it just isn’t enough. We just keep going on the best we can and need to reach out for help if things get too heavy. God bless, stay strong. ❤
Dave, your positivity, good attitude, and excitement about your plants has helped many people get through their depression during the pandemic. Thank you for what you do! Keep’em growin’!
RIH Michael. I heard about his passing earlier this week and it broke my heart. He was such a good guy. Good message on burn out. That’s one of the main reasons I use self watering pots and Pon. It’s a lot easier to poor some water in a container than having to water soil
Rest in peace Michael! He was such a good spirited, cool and funny guy who always put a smile on my face. He truly will be missed. This video was so relatable. Mental health is so important and most times people watching from the outside don't even realize what content creators may be going through. CZcams is definitely a challenge. You're doing a great job! Love your set up and your plants!
This is so on point. It may be easy for some to put themselves out there, but you never know their internal struggles. I appreciate the content you make, blessings to you.
Such a lovely tribute to such a beautiful soul ❤️ This community has brought so much joy to my life. I've struggled with mental health my whole life and it wasn't until I discovered my love for this hobby that I found fulfilment and self confidence that I had honestly never had. It changed my life and I'll always be greatful
This video made me cry i did not know Michael from The Planted Eye had passed I enjoyed watching all his videos he was a amazing plant dad and such a fun personality you could tell he loved his plants by all those great birthday haul videos. I am glad he shared his his plant journey with us. Thank you so much for the kind words you shared with us about Michael. Stay strong and healthy.
Thank you Dave for sharing the sad news. It hurts my heart to think of another person suffering in any capacity. Also, thank you for the tips for plant burnout and the times when we are not in a good place. The tips are really useful and I’ll use them. I’d like to be moderately rich. Enough should something come up. Enough to not feel pressed but not enough to change how the people around me act or my community of friends altogether.
Thank you so much for today's video. I suffer from depression and am a creative person who is crazy about plants. There is so much guilt on days I think of letting go of my collection. I have been wanting to start a channel for some time now, but I realize it comes with the chance of more attacks on my mental health because of judgmental, selfish, and unkind people. You are strong, caring, and empathetic. I'm so happy I joined your channel. You have an awesome collection and a super cool vibe. I appreciate you so much for being vulnerable and speaking about mental health as you gave loving words about Michael. Keep your head up because today, your words helped someone in need (truthfully probably many needed to hear). Keep up the great work. I am proud of you. God bless you beautiful soul. 🙏💕
Thank you for showing what real people look like, sound like, and feel. Ive watched your videos here and there but like similarly i recently connected with breezy on the same topic which im so grateful for. When you catch that glimpse of like minded individuals, theres a new appreciation and level of respect 🙏 dude keep up that fight, keep pushing and doing what you do. Every day we are better than yesterday when we strive for greatness son!
Oh noooo 😭! I've been wondering what happened to Michael, I've been looking out for his videos every week. I'm heart broken. He had such a good spirit. His enthusiasm rubbed off on his followers. I introduced my brother to his channel (and yours). Wow! So sorry to hear... You be strong, ignore the critics, they're not worth worrying about. Your plant hobby, your sense of humor, I look forward to. I appreciate the many young black men and women who have taken on this calming hobby but just keep things in the right perspective. I too, had to step back. Don't hide behind the hobby but keep addressing your health. Thanks for sharing your experience and letting us know about Michael. 💚 Dee, NY
Thank you, youre right. I do well with handling critics, but I see how it can prevent a lot of people from sharing their passion. All of us supporting each other in this community makes that difference.
Oh no I follow him as well R.I.P Michael ,see tomorrow is not promise to no one and it's ok to grieve and thanks for sharing we would have not known about Michael passing away
This is truly a touching tribute to Michael. I hadn’t had the pleasure of seeing his page from the looks of things he was truly loved and touched alot of people in the plant community. I started my channel in 2020 when my mother was placed on hospice. I quit my nursing job to care for her. Plants and gardening helped keep me grounded and focused and most importantly soothed my soul. Thank you for sharing. I’m now a new subscriber. 💚 Fyi: I’d like to be moderately rich. The word “filthy” rich sounds so negative and i want no negativity in my life.
It's a loss for the whole community. Mental illness is a everyday battle. I have my days with this week being rough.usually music gets me in the mood. I just want to be rich.love your videos
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. I followed him and really enjoyed his vids and I also appreciated seeing him quickly become comfortable and confident with his online presence. I want you to know how appreciative I am of you for speaking about mental wellness and sharing your challenges. I agree wholeheartedly how important it is to understand the need to ask for help when you need it. To hear this message come from a Black man is what is needed. As a nurse and as a Black woman, I come across so many patients that have concerns about their mental well being. Many of them have concerns, especially Black men, have concerns that receiving treatment for their conditions will give them the appearance of seeming “crazy” or being weak. The research shows is that Black men that experience depression or anxiety are half as likely to seek help them their White counterparts. The truth is, asking for this type of help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your message is timely and well received. The stigma associated with mental health needs to be ended. I wish you wellness, health, and happiness in your life.
Sorry to hear about your friend! He just popped up in my suggestions feed last week! I am saddened and shocked. I think having ups and downs is human. I highly recommend dialectic behavioral therapy (especially mindfulness and distress tolerance), for me talk therapy wasn’t enough. Thank you for your transparency. I think it’s important to normalize mental health and substance use disorders and just being human! I think being rich means you have a greater responsibility to give back, I would feel more pressure being “filthy rich”. It would be nice to not live paycheck to paycheck! Thankful for my partner and my parents!
Ive heard good things about DBT. Thanks for that suggestion. Giving back is a responsibility I would enjoy, but pressure is annoying lol. I agree with you.
Great video. Thanks for sharing with us all. It's vital that we take our mental health seriously so thanks for speakin' on it. Have a great day. RiP to Micheal.
Thank you Dave for a heart felt tribute to Michael , I so enjoyed his videos and I’m going to miss seeing him, he really enjoyed his plants and taking about them. And thank you for your openness , every day is a struggle for us all and I’m glad your parents instilled faith into you… well rooted, we all need this in our lives, I’m 53 and I will always need it in my life. I have my moments where I just don’t feel like being bothered I too will shut down and grab my knitting needles or go do a little gardening or just watch some inspirational movies. We all need a little help sometimes, we are not perfect by any means. As my uncle use to say. It’s all in life we all do the best we can. Rest in peace Michael
Mental Health is very important. Plant burn-out is where am at now . I have 15 and I'm not doing anymore for a while. They are like children, they need your attention and you can't slack off. I just watch video's now, it feeds my addiction so I won't be tempted to buy more beautiful plants. Am good for a while. Love your video's, so positive and uplifting.
Thanks for this post Dave. I did not know of Michael’s passing. I am a huge fan of his as well as yours and the others you mentioned. I am very sad about his passing rest his soul. I’m hanks for sharing your journey with mental health, I really appreciate your openness on the subject. Plant burn out is very real, because I have it off and on and don’t have nearly as many plants as you do (I keep it under 100). I collect plants for aesthetics and decor purposes because I feel that add a wow factor and are in many ways art pieces for me. Keeping them looking good for aesthetic reasons is my motivation to make sure my plants are taken care of because people always have a great reaction to them when they visit my place. Again thanks for sharing imma a huge fan. God Bless.
Answer moderately wealthy👍🏻 thank you for sharing so much of yourself.❤️ I have depression & anxiety as well. I agree plants are a big help, also my fur babies, I have 3. I so enjoy seeing Soul.❤️❤️❤️❤️ I appreciate you sharing your faith as well, so many people will not go there….. You are a wonderful young man, you have so much to share with others. I look forward to your videos, they really help me when I’m having an off day. I’m sorry for your loss, I lost my best friend in 2020, it’s so hard to lose someone we love. I will keep you in my prayers. May God bless you.
Definitely just "normal" rich. Thank you for the encouragement for self care within this hobby, it does get overwhelming sometimes. I may be trying out no drainage as well!
Dave thank you for acknowledging Michael. I watched him a few times and truly liked his content, I'm sorry I didn't watch him more, it's painful when good people leaves us too soon. I feel you on the plant burn out. There was a plant I wanted for over a year and it came in to the Home Depot (Florida green), I was not excited about that Plant at all, as a matter of fact I went to the depot and didn't even buy the plant, I was thinking what is going on with me. I use my plant to distress especially if I have a bad day at work or have a lot on my mind.
Michael will be greatly missed. He had the BEST plant unboxing videos within the past year. He would comment on all my videos. He won a anthurium luxurians on Tropicals live sale. I didn't see him in the IG auction, so I messaged him here. Micheal was very thanks of me telling him . He has inspired me on my plant hobby & was an insightful person in the plant community. RIP friend.
@@AroidDistrict I was always happy to see his massive unboxings. It's so sad, he was a great pillar in the CZcams plant community & will be missed. Dave, do you know what happened to him?
Hi Dave. So very sorry to hear about your friend - you really paid him a lovely tribute. Thanks for sharing some of your own struggles. Things can get very hard at times but it sounds as if you have some strategies that work well for you. On a planty note, I really love that Anthurium copper cherry!! Wow! Regarding your off topic question - both would be fine with me 😆.
Dave, your transparency is inspiring and I truly appreciate you allowing all of us to be part of your journey. Love and blessing to you, your family and Michaels family as well 💚🙏🏽
Thank you for your vulnerability in this video. I also appreciate how honest and clear you are about plant care. I’d just be regular rich because wealth isn’t meaningful for just one person, it’s meaningful when it’s shared. 💗Thanks from a new sub!
I immediately connected with him when I first saw one of his videos. Such a lovely spirit and Michael will be missed. Mental health is something a lot people don't talk about. My plants and working out helps me too. Thank you for sharing 💚 All of your plants are beautiful, but your Anthurium Copper hybrid is on my radar now. More money more problems. I'll take a few mil lol have a great weekend 💚
Thanks for this video Bruh...Mike was everything you said he was..A good dude.. I mentioned to Jumanji that there aren't too many brothas in the plant space on YT, so it's important that we support each other and learn from one another...
You’re welcome bruh. I agree, a lot more enriching to support other brothers all while enjoying the hobby. Thank you for doing your part, the support you’ve given is much appreciated.
So sorry for your loss. God bless you❤🙏🏻🪴 today and always. The Lord knows. The plants comfort and heal our hearts🌿💚 Matthew 11:28,29. He will take the burden from your heart.
I respect the fact that you stopped and talked about mental health and not only what you experience but how you manage it and push through it …such an important conversation so thank you for starting the conversation 🙌🏽🪴 but ups to you, Fam!! And all of the things you expressed about Mike were beautiful 🫶🏽 you hit it right on the head…he was such an amazing soul and was always ready and willing to help others grow and succeed. Definitely blessed for the time we had and the interactions we all got to have with him, for sure 🙌🏽🤍 And omg GIMME THE DOGGIIEEEEE 😄😍🐶
Thanks for this video and for sharing about Michael. I've watched him before and commented - he was very knowledgeable about plants. I just threw away 4 really nice plants due to pests. I wish I had watched your video before I did because it sounds like I could have saved a piece of each and just threw the rest away. I'll know for next time...thanks for that tip!
That was such a touching tribute to Mike. Thank you for your vulnerability and for sharing parts of yourself which could not have been easy. Your tribute and Jamon’s have been not just helpful to his family but to us who are feeling his void. Part of the enjoyment of this hobby is the unexpected connection to people we have never met through this medium. You and Jazmina and Mike and Jamon and Bri, Charmaine, and Alice have been an enjoyable bonus to this plant journey. Thank you and please stay safe, we are indeed the plant fam 💚🍃🪴
I'm so sorry to hear about the planted eye. I watch him sometime. I feel you son but I take my crazy. Cuz if I did not be a crazy you know what. But that's in my case. My son didn't like blood pressure medicine he died too he wouldn't take it. But I hear you I've learned how to take breaks too. Love you Son ❣️
Hello and thank you for such a wonderful and transparent tribute! I'm new to the plant community and by joining groups, subscribing and watching video's I now realize that the PLANT MENTAL BURN OUT is real! This has taught me how to pace myself when it comes to purchasing plants (I'm not ready for those bad predators 😩). Oh I'm Grateful for a super comfortable bank account AKA Comfortably Rich😉
Then you for the plant burnout tips. I will definitely try them. I currently have spider mites. I'm over it and the plants at this point. I just want enough money so that I can live in a simple house, have a safe car to drive and not worry about rent or repair costs. I really don't need any more than that. I don't care for traveling or anything fancy. Maybe rich enough to have a personal chef. Lol.
Omg I had no idea about the Planted Eye....I would regularly watch his channel but lately life has gotten bit more complicated for me atm...am so sorry to hear this
Hey Brother I'm proud of you. You held the strength to talk about a very hard topic and it's not easy to talk about your personal issues. Thank you for being vulnerable, and sharing with the community.
I’m shocked and saddened to hear about Michael. However, I know he’s resting in power. He was such a light and like you said, you could definitely tell how much his confidence grew as he posted more and more content. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing about Michael❤. And thank you for talking about your mental health & burnout as well…we’re so much alike and it’s a blessing we connected. It’s nice to know we’re not alone in the struggle and can lean on others to get through this wild ride called life. And my answer to your off topic question, I’d rather be moderately wealthy…give me $10MM in the bank and I can accomplish some bigger goals I have of giving back to those in need and helping my friends & family more. Keep being the light that you are Dave!I’ll hit you up later and hopefully we can catch up a bit.
Thanks for letting us know of Michael’s passing I went to his channel just the other day looking for a new video He will be missed, Rest in Paradise my planty Friend!
PS: I grow all of my hoyas in drainless, glass vessels (Dollar Tree) and they have been thriving. Losing plants to pests, root rot etc was driving me crazy and it's very costly. I have no problem with this method. I have more peace of mind. Dee, NY
Thank you for the tribute to Michael "the planted eye", I follow him here and on IG. I am sorry to hear of his passing. I can relate to your comments about mental health, I do all I can to have a positive environment. I ❤ Jazmina and her channel. I have learned a lot from both you and her. Thank you for sharing your plant journey , have a great day 😊😊
Hey David, I am saddened by this news! Michael inspired me and so many people to make it do what it do, embrace the plant hobby and shared so much knowledge and passion. He will certainly be missed! My condolences to you and Michael's family. RIParadise Michael 🙏
Dave, no need to apologize showing your emotions. Truly understandable. I am still in shock about the news of Mike. I was wondering where he was, thought he may be taking a little break. Jamon is how I found out this past week. Thank you for sharing about his passing in this video. Stay strong, Dave ♥️ 🫂 Also, thank you for sharing about taking the time to take care of your mental health and plant burnout. Anthurium Copper Cherry is Beautiful ❤ And I'd rather be moderately rich type of rich! 😂 Rest in Peace, Mike 🙏🏾 By the way, where did you get the live plant picture or did you make it??😊
I went to Michael's channel after you mentioned him on yours. I commented a few times on his video and always responded to his polls and motivational posts. I found him to be a decent, gentle man. I didn't know he had passed 😢 I know how busy life can get and thought he was taking some much deserved time for himself. This really is a terribly sad loss.
A good tribute to RIP Michael. I’m sad to hear about his passing. Surely will be miss. Hang In there. Praying for the family and you, Peace Be Still. AMEN🪴
Thank you an Jumanji for letting utube fam know about Michaels passing. Heart breaking news, such a wonderful person an he will be missed by many. 🫶🏼 I wouldn’t be rich enough to pay 250K to die at the bottom of ocean. 💚
R.I.P to Mike 🖤. This was a great video I’m definitely gonna piggy back off some of these tips cause WHAT lmao I will throw some shxt out in a minute! The no drainage lifestyle sometimes even gets boring cause you don’t have anything to do to your plants being that they sustain themselves 😂.
in regards to your question. I think this is funny because my father and I have this conversation about the lotto. I told him if I buy lotto tickets I tend to gravitate towards the lower jackpots and he thinks I am weird for that but now hearing your explanation I think I can defend my decision a lil better. 😊
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Michael, Heaven has gained a beautiful soul, and I can imagine him in his own garden of eden full of all the plants he loved. Sending my prayers to his family and friends. I think he would be proud of your tribute. As for plants and mental health, it is quickly becoming apparent just how many people have a connection with plants and plant care to help them get through the challenges of living with MH illness. I have Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, ADD and OCD, and find that plants help me to pace myself, keep me grounded and keep me in the right headspace. Plants are a full-on distraction technique that actually works. When they say "The power of plants" they are 100% correct! As for your challenges, just remember that you have a lot of love and support from your content creator friends and viewers. Stay strong buddy 💪💪💚💚BTW... that Red Anderson....😘
I just lost a friend I went to school with. There have been many dark days since. Then there are all the other crap that's happened to you. One that has stood the test of time was the memory of being abused when I wasn't three years old by the guy who would later murder a school friend of mine because she refused to have sex with him. He was a true psychopath. I won't mention what he did to animals. My family was completely dysfunctional because my mother was mentally below par, way below par. My brother suffered in his way and my sister in her way. A friend just asked me, "How did you turn out so well?". Then there was my father; an abusive coward who would sit in silence, sometimes for days thinking of how he could punish us in a way that would cause us the most emotional damage. I became a psychologist in addition to being a horse dentist just to learn how to deal with my feelings and not become the victim. As for the haters, Dave, no matter who they are or what they got, somebody, somewhere is sick of all their shit...
phew idk if i could even handle the smoke of being moderately rich tbh😂 but that's what i would prefer as well out of the 2 options. Thanks for sharing 💚
Dave Dave Dave…wow what a powerful informational fun and insightful video! 1st, R.I.P. Mike, another good sole whose job here on earth was done and taken to sit at the Right side of God! Death is hardest for “us” living…everyday do the right thing…you never know when it’s your last! 2nd, Dave you are fine! You have a beautiful sole. Don’t over analyze yourself. Society (as we have chosen) has made us ALL to think and be alike…and we are NOT, we are ALL different and we need to learn to accept and respect an individual for who they are. We ALL “walk in different shoes” we need to teach…NOT to judge another but to use good judgement. We don’t need to like everyone, I don’t, some I can’t stand and that’s ok, frankly I don’t care, I will always be respectful, just don’t be an ASS and/or disrespectful…NOW we have a problem, I’m a ♈️, I’ll headbutt you off my mountain!…Really, I live on a mountain in Wva. I live an hr away from the closest city! There is a sign in my cabin that says…”I want to be where the people aren’t” 😁 I live here with my blue staffie, Sampson and my 200+plants lovin life not having to deal with the BS of society. At my age 60+, the world is now “yours” I pray for “our” children. NOW…on a PLANTY note your videos are great and I’m always looking forward to seeing the next one!! I might not always comment, but I do give it a “thumbs-up”👍 Whooooo, now for the final note…I’m blessed with “Riches” , I live in a happy home (plants in every room🥹), have my health, have food on the table and the best fam in the world! To me I’m beyond mega rich…I’m blessed 😇
Omg so sad i just subscribe few month ago and never i thougth he was dealing with mental so sad May he rest in Paradise my terapist told me to take Some of the best vitamins for depression include vitamin D, iron, B9 (folate), calcium, vitamin C, and vitamins B12 and B3. Our body sometime lack vitamen and it can affect mental health i been takingmy vitamins and it help me tremendously
Oh I never mention Michael was dealing with anything, we have no information regarding that. The mental health segment was only about me. But oh cool, thanks for these tips, I'll be on my vitamins.
This is so true and exactly what I was going to tell him. A quality B complex and Vitamin D supplement will make you feel like the lights have turned on. For me iron does need to be added to that list. I’m not sure for a man how much iron it would take to feel energetically and mentally better but I suggest the first and feel like a new person. I hope you get to feeling better. Meditation is the Key also.
Dave, first I have to thank you for your kind words, the tears are still flowing... Everything you said about Michael is so on point. I noticed right away when he didn't post his message on Monday morning. I reached out to Raine. Well, she finally found out and posted the news. 😢 He was always so encouraging and kind. Now, I thank you for opening up your heart and saying what you did here. A kind word has so much power and helps many. And you are right about taking breaks from social media and plants, too. When I am overwhelmed, I pull back and just pray. GOD bless you, Dave! RIP Michael!
You're welcome. Thanks to you and Raine for letting us know. Blessings to you as well.
@@AroidDistrict CZcams removed that post. I don't know why. Raine said it was okay to post it.
I just put on my makeup when I watched your video. Your kinds words for Michael and you opening up about your mental health issues warmed my heart to tears. You're such a kind and brave hearted man. It's fitting you named your dog Soul because it takes loving , honest people like you to let the world know how alive and real we should live our lives. Soul to Soul. Be blessed.
Thank you! Appreciate you and continued blessings to you as well.
I struggle with my mental health as well (started when I was 12). It breaks my heart when I find someone else is fighting the same battle as me & didn’t make it through. I’d only recently came across the planted eye thru your video and a few others who collabed with him. My heart goes out to him & his family. 💔
I’d want to be filthy rich only because I’d have the funds to truly help black & indigenous people. Especially when it comes to legalities like the unjust murders that constantly get swept under the rug and being able to build our/their communities up. To provide the resources we’ve missed out on historically in order to succeed. ✊🏽
Thank you. Ok, so finally someone who dreams BIG, I was waiting for and answer like yours...because even though I don't want fifty rich problems, its a good thing to have rich POWER to change things. Dope answer.
This breaks my heart, I had been subscribed to him for some time and didn’t think anything of it when he wasn’t uploading. A lot of people I watch take long breaks. He was so cool and passionate about his love of plants. I can relate to using my love of plants to fighting depression, but some times it just isn’t enough. We just keep going on the best we can and need to reach out for help if things get too heavy. God bless, stay strong. ❤
Thank you, I really appreciate you for sharing that. Blessings to you as well.
Dave, your positivity, good attitude, and excitement about your plants has helped many people get through their depression during the pandemic. Thank you for what you do! Keep’em growin’!
Aw thanks, seem like we all helped each other. Appreciate your comment.
RIH Michael. I heard about his passing earlier this week and it broke my heart. He was such a good guy. Good message on burn out. That’s one of the main reasons I use self watering pots and Pon. It’s a lot easier to poor some water in a container than having to water soil
Agreed!
I appreciate your vulnerability and bravery. You are beautiful inside and out and please always remember that you are loved beyond measure. 🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️
I heard about this a few weeks ago, but wasn't sure myself. Prayers going out to family friends and our community. He will be missed 😔😔😔
Thank you and blessings to you Pete. Appreciate you dropping a comment.
Rest in peace Michael! He was such a good spirited, cool and funny guy who always put a smile on my face. He truly will be missed. This video was so relatable. Mental health is so important and most times people watching from the outside don't even realize what content creators may be going through. CZcams is definitely a challenge. You're doing a great job! Love your set up and your plants!
This is so on point. It may be easy for some to put themselves out there, but you never know their internal struggles. I appreciate the content you make, blessings to you.
Keep the faith and continue to lean on be strong on your faith
My answer, money doesn't buy happiness and filthy rich comes with a lot of stress that leads to a lot of issues
I appreciate you being authentic and talking about mental health, it's so important to be open and honest about the struggles we all have.
Great video and thank you for sharing. I suffer from mental health issues as well and my plant hobby has been a blessing 💙
Such a lovely tribute to such a beautiful soul ❤️ This community has brought so much joy to my life. I've struggled with mental health my whole life and it wasn't until I discovered my love for this hobby that I found fulfilment and self confidence that I had honestly never had. It changed my life and I'll always be greatful
Perfectly said, I can relate. Appreciate you sharing that.
Moderately RICH 🪴🙏🏾 Happy Planting 🌿🍷🎶🤗
This video made me cry i did not know Michael from The Planted Eye had passed I enjoyed watching all his videos he was a amazing plant dad and such a fun personality you could tell he loved his plants by all those great birthday haul videos. I am glad he shared his his plant journey with us. Thank you so much for the kind words you shared with us about Michael. Stay strong and healthy.
Thank you for inviting us into your space and in your life. We see you, and we appreciate all you do.
Thanks bro
I am so sorry for MICHAEL family, friends and plants family. I enjoyed his plant channel.
A good man and loved his plants RIP MICHAEL
Thank you Dave for sharing the sad news. It hurts my heart to think of another person suffering in any capacity. Also, thank you for the tips for plant burnout and the times when we are not in a good place. The tips are really useful and I’ll use them. I’d like to be moderately rich. Enough should something come up. Enough to not feel pressed but not enough to change how the people around me act or my community of friends altogether.
You're welcome. Thanks for dropping a comment.
This saddens me so much may his legacy go on love and prayers for his friends and family
If rather be filthy rich. If with be more wealth and power to distribute. I also really applaud your transparency. I hope you're well always. ❤
Thank you so much for today's video. I suffer from depression and am a creative person who is crazy about plants. There is so much guilt on days I think of letting go of my collection. I have been wanting to start a channel for some time now, but I realize it comes with the chance of more attacks on my mental health because of judgmental, selfish, and unkind people. You are strong, caring, and empathetic. I'm so happy I joined your channel. You have an awesome collection and a super cool vibe. I appreciate you so much for being vulnerable and speaking about mental health as you gave loving words about Michael. Keep your head up because today, your words helped someone in need (truthfully probably many needed to hear). Keep up the great work. I am proud of you. God bless you beautiful soul. 🙏💕
Thank you for showing what real people look like, sound like, and feel. Ive watched your videos here and there but like similarly i recently connected with breezy on the same topic which im so grateful for. When you catch that glimpse of like minded individuals, theres a new appreciation and level of respect 🙏 dude keep up that fight, keep pushing and doing what you do. Every day we are better than yesterday when we strive for greatness son!
Thank you for watching and leaving a comment. Appreciate and receive your encouragement.
Oh noooo 😭! I've been wondering what happened to Michael, I've been looking out for his videos every week. I'm heart broken. He had such a good spirit. His enthusiasm rubbed off on his followers. I introduced my brother to his channel (and yours). Wow! So sorry to hear...
You be strong, ignore the critics, they're not worth worrying about. Your plant hobby, your sense of humor, I look forward to. I appreciate the many young black men and women who have taken on this calming
hobby but just keep things in the right perspective. I too, had to step back. Don't hide behind the hobby but keep addressing your health. Thanks for sharing your experience and letting us know about Michael. 💚 Dee, NY
Thank you, youre right. I do well with handling critics, but I see how it can prevent a lot of people from sharing their passion. All of us supporting each other in this community makes that difference.
Please accept my condolences to your friend his family is in my prayer thank you for sharing have a blessed day and may God bless you
Thank you!
Oh no I follow him as well R.I.P Michael ,see tomorrow is not promise to no one and it's ok to grieve and thanks for sharing we would have not known about Michael passing away
This is truly a touching tribute to Michael. I hadn’t had the pleasure of seeing his page from the looks of things he was truly loved and touched alot of people in the plant community.
I started my channel in 2020 when my mother was placed on hospice. I quit my nursing job to care for her. Plants and gardening helped keep me grounded and focused and most importantly soothed my soul.
Thank you for sharing. I’m now a new subscriber. 💚
Fyi: I’d like to be moderately rich. The word “filthy” rich sounds so negative and i want no negativity in my life.
Thank you. Thanks for letting me know you have a channel, I'll definitely check it out. Appreciate you sharing your story.
It's a loss for the whole community. Mental illness is a everyday battle. I have my days with this week being rough.usually music gets me in the mood. I just want to be rich.love your videos
Music! Thanks for sharing that. I should start playing music when I do plant activities.
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. I followed him and really enjoyed his vids and I also appreciated seeing him quickly become comfortable and confident with his online presence.
I want you to know how appreciative I am of you for speaking about mental wellness and sharing your challenges. I agree wholeheartedly how important it is to understand the need to ask for help when you need it. To hear this message come from a Black man is what is needed. As a nurse and as a Black woman, I come across so many patients that have concerns about their mental well being. Many of them have concerns, especially Black men, have concerns that receiving treatment for their conditions will give them the appearance of seeming “crazy” or being weak. The research shows is that Black men that experience depression or anxiety are half as likely to seek help them their White counterparts. The truth is, asking for this type of help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Your message is timely and well received. The stigma associated with mental health needs to be ended. I wish you wellness, health, and happiness in your life.
Thank you for this information, I appreciate your encouragement.
Nature is therapy! Keep grounded ❤ get them souls onto the soil, close them eyes! And listen 🪴🌿🌵🌱🍃
Wow, that’s who Mike was…I loved his CZcams channel. He put so much energy and pride into his passion. RIP, he’s going to be missed
Very nice tribute to your friend, so sorry to hear of his passing. Thank you for sharing this message.
You're welcome, Thant you for watching.
Sorry to hear about your friend! He just popped up in my suggestions feed last week! I am saddened and shocked. I think having ups and downs is human. I highly recommend dialectic behavioral therapy (especially mindfulness and distress tolerance), for me talk therapy wasn’t enough. Thank you for your transparency. I think it’s important to normalize mental health and substance use disorders and just being human!
I think being rich means you have a greater responsibility to give back, I would feel more pressure being “filthy rich”. It would be nice to not live paycheck to paycheck! Thankful for my partner and my parents!
Ive heard good things about DBT. Thanks for that suggestion. Giving back is a responsibility I would enjoy, but pressure is annoying lol. I agree with you.
Great video. Thanks for sharing with us all. It's vital that we take our mental health seriously so thanks for speakin' on it. Have a great day. RiP to Micheal.
Thank you
Thank you Dave for a heart felt tribute to Michael , I so enjoyed his videos and I’m going to miss seeing him, he really enjoyed his plants and taking about them. And thank you for your openness , every day is a struggle for us all and I’m glad your parents instilled faith into you… well rooted, we all need this in our lives, I’m 53 and I will always need it in my life. I have my moments where I just don’t feel like being bothered I too will shut down and grab my knitting needles or go do a little gardening or just watch some inspirational movies. We all need a little help sometimes, we are not perfect by any means. As my uncle use to say. It’s all in life we all do the best we can. Rest in peace Michael
Thank you for sharing.
Mental Health is very important. Plant burn-out is where am at now . I have 15 and I'm not doing anymore for a while. They are like children, they need your attention and you can't slack off. I just watch video's now, it feeds my addiction so I won't be tempted to buy more beautiful plants. Am good for a while. Love your video's, so positive and uplifting.
Thank you. I understand, I think I would downsize quite a bit if I didn’t have an Etsy shop.
Well said ❤ much respect.
Thanks for this post Dave. I did not know of Michael’s passing. I am a huge fan of his as well as yours and the others you mentioned. I am very sad about his passing rest his soul. I’m hanks for sharing your journey with mental health, I really appreciate your openness on the subject. Plant burn out is very real, because I have it off and on and don’t have nearly as many plants as you do (I keep it under 100). I collect plants for aesthetics and decor purposes because I feel that add a wow factor and are in many ways art pieces for me. Keeping them looking good for aesthetic reasons is my motivation to make sure my plants are taken care of because people always have a great reaction to them when they visit my place. Again thanks for sharing imma a huge fan. God Bless.
You're welcome. I agree, the reaction people have to plants in your living space is motivation to keep up the maintenance. Thank you for tuning in.
Hi Dave :( .....I am crushed about Micheal....I did not know....thanks for being vunerable......long hug.....tina
Thank you!
Moderately rich for sure 👌🏽 I don't need much but would like to have enough to help my family
I with you on that!
Answer moderately wealthy👍🏻 thank you for sharing so much of yourself.❤️ I have depression & anxiety as well. I agree plants are a big help, also my fur babies, I have 3. I so enjoy seeing Soul.❤️❤️❤️❤️ I appreciate you sharing your faith as well, so many people will not go there….. You are a wonderful young man, you have so much to share with others. I look forward to your videos, they really help me when I’m having an off day. I’m sorry for your loss, I lost my best friend in 2020, it’s so hard to lose someone we love. I will keep you in my prayers. May God bless you.
Thank you, appreciate you watching and leaving a comment. God bless you as well.
Definitely just "normal" rich. Thank you for the encouragement for self care within this hobby, it does get overwhelming sometimes. I may be trying out no drainage as well!
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Dave thank you for acknowledging Michael. I watched him a few times and truly liked his content, I'm sorry I didn't watch him more, it's painful when good people leaves us too soon. I feel you on the plant burn out. There was a plant I wanted for over a year and it came in to the Home Depot (Florida green), I was not excited about that Plant at all, as a matter of fact I went to the depot and didn't even buy the plant, I was thinking what is going on with me. I use my plant to distress especially if I have a bad day at work or have a lot on my mind.
Michael will be greatly missed. He had the BEST plant unboxing videos within the past year. He would comment on all my videos. He won a anthurium luxurians on Tropicals live sale. I didn't see him in the IG auction, so I messaged him here. Micheal was very thanks of me telling him .
He has inspired me on my plant hobby & was an insightful person in the plant community. RIP friend.
Thank you for sharing, I'm sure he appreciated your friendship and interaction.
@@AroidDistrict I was always happy to see his massive unboxings. It's so sad, he was a great pillar in the CZcams plant community & will be missed. Dave, do you know what happened to him?
@@blackluxurians6062 I don't know what happened. Seems like his loved ones did not disclose any of that information.
Hi Dave. So very sorry to hear about your friend - you really paid him a lovely tribute. Thanks for sharing some of your own struggles. Things can get very hard at times but it sounds as if you have some strategies that work well for you. On a planty note, I really love that Anthurium copper cherry!! Wow! Regarding your off topic question - both would be fine with me 😆.
Thank you, and your answer is very understandable...because life is going to "life" no matter how much money you have lol.
Dave, your transparency is inspiring and I truly appreciate you allowing all of us to be part of your journey. Love and blessing to you, your family and Michaels family as well 💚🙏🏽
Thank you. Appreciate that
Really sorry to hear about Michael. Lots of plant parents have mental health issues, incl me. Take care of yourself & thanks for sharing Dave!
Thank you, will do! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your vulnerability in this video. I also appreciate how honest and clear you are about plant care. I’d just be regular rich because wealth isn’t meaningful for just one person, it’s meaningful when it’s shared. 💗Thanks from a new sub!
I immediately connected with him when I first saw one of his videos. Such a lovely spirit and Michael will be missed. Mental health is something a lot people don't talk about. My plants and working out helps me too. Thank you for sharing 💚
All of your plants are beautiful, but your Anthurium Copper hybrid is on my radar now. More money more problems. I'll take a few mil lol have a great weekend 💚
I 100% agree with you! Thank you for dropping a comment.
Sending you uplifting energies and positive vibes
Thanks, received!
Major props for putting your truth out there brother. We’re all human and we are all in this together. Subbed.
Thank you! Appreciate you tuning in.
You are so special. ❤
Thank you
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Rest Peacefully Michael.
Thanks for this video Bruh...Mike was everything you said he was..A good dude.. I mentioned to Jumanji that there aren't too many brothas in the plant space on YT, so it's important that we support each other and learn from one another...
You’re welcome bruh. I agree, a lot more enriching to support other brothers all while enjoying the hobby. Thank you for doing your part, the support you’ve given is much appreciated.
So sorry for your loss. God bless you❤🙏🏻🪴 today and always. The Lord knows. The plants comfort and heal our hearts🌿💚 Matthew 11:28,29. He will take the burden from your heart.
Thank you for that Word!
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I respect the fact that you stopped and talked about mental health and not only what you experience but how you manage it and push through it …such an important conversation so thank you for starting the conversation 🙌🏽🪴 but ups to you, Fam!!
And all of the things you expressed about Mike were beautiful 🫶🏽 you hit it right on the head…he was such an amazing soul and was always ready and willing to help others grow and succeed. Definitely blessed for the time we had and the interactions we all got to have with him, for sure 🙌🏽🤍
And omg GIMME THE DOGGIIEEEEE 😄😍🐶
Also I’d be good with just rich…TOOOO rich sounds stressful as hell lol
I just wanted to reach over and hug you ❤ terrible loss; I suffer with that too and medication made me vert sick
Michael will be missed. We loved his videos. Thank you for making this video!
Thanks for this video and for sharing about Michael. I've watched him before and commented - he was very knowledgeable about plants. I just threw away 4 really nice plants due to pests. I wish I had watched your video before I did because it sounds like I could have saved a piece of each and just threw the rest away. I'll know for next time...thanks for that tip!
I don't blame you. But yeah usually a piece of the plant is easier to treat and monitor.
That was such a touching tribute to Mike. Thank you for your vulnerability and for sharing parts of yourself which could not have been easy. Your tribute and Jamon’s have been not just helpful to his family but to us who are feeling his void. Part of the enjoyment of this hobby is the unexpected connection to people we have never met through this medium. You and Jazmina and Mike and Jamon and Bri, Charmaine, and Alice have been an enjoyable bonus to this plant journey. Thank you and please stay safe, we are indeed the plant fam 💚🍃🪴
Thank you, I appreciate all the long term support you've giving us all.
I'm so sorry to hear about the planted eye. I watch him sometime. I feel you son but I take my crazy. Cuz if I did not be a crazy you know what. But that's in my case. My son didn't like blood pressure medicine he died too he wouldn't take it. But I hear you I've learned how to take breaks too. Love you Son ❣️
Beautiful plants!
What a nice and informative video ❤
I would not like to be rich at all, but would like to be more comfortable than now. Let's hope, pray, and keep hard work 😉
I feel you
Hello and thank you for such a wonderful and transparent tribute! I'm new to the plant community and by joining groups, subscribing and watching video's I now realize that the PLANT MENTAL BURN OUT is real! This has taught me how to pace myself when it comes to purchasing plants (I'm not ready for those bad predators 😩). Oh I'm Grateful for a super comfortable bank account AKA Comfortably Rich😉
Hey thanks for watching. I'm with you on that. Wishing you continued blessings!
Then you for the plant burnout tips. I will definitely try them. I currently have spider mites. I'm over it and the plants at this point.
I just want enough money so that I can live in a simple house, have a safe car to drive and not worry about rent or repair costs. I really don't need any more than that. I don't care for traveling or anything fancy. Maybe rich enough to have a personal chef. Lol.
Omg I had no idea about the Planted Eye....I would regularly watch his channel but lately life has gotten bit more complicated for me atm...am so sorry to hear this
Sorry for everyone’s loss. Well said words, thank you!
I had to order that begonia luxurion. It's on the way. 🤩
Hey Brother I'm proud of you. You held the strength to talk about a very hard topic and it's not easy to talk about your personal issues. Thank you for being vulnerable, and sharing with the community.
Thank you, appreciate the support.
Moderate😊
I’m shocked and saddened to hear about Michael. However, I know he’s resting in power. He was such a light and like you said, you could definitely tell how much his confidence grew as he posted more and more content. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing about Michael❤.
And thank you for talking about your mental health & burnout as well…we’re so much alike and it’s a blessing we connected. It’s nice to know we’re not alone in the struggle and can lean on others to get through this wild ride called life.
And my answer to your off topic question, I’d rather be moderately wealthy…give me $10MM in the bank and I can accomplish some bigger goals I have of giving back to those in need and helping my friends & family
more.
Keep being the light that you are Dave!I’ll hit you up later and hopefully we can catch up a bit.
Thank you!
Bro I’m a witness to the drainless with the small reservoir. It works wonders!!! I do this method for all my Anthuriums and Hoyas.
Oh yeah, you did switch some to drainless. I'm actually surprised it works for just about everything. Easy to re-pot or refreshen the media too.
Awwe look at that cutie love me some pitties
Thanks for letting us know of Michael’s passing I went to his channel just the other day looking for a new video
He will be missed, Rest in Paradise my planty Friend!
No problem, thanks for tuning in.
PS: I grow all of my hoyas in drainless, glass vessels (Dollar Tree) and they have been thriving. Losing plants to pests, root rot etc was driving me crazy and it's very costly. I have no problem with this method. I have more peace of mind.
Dee, NY
Oh yeah, we're on the same page! Thank you for tuning in and shout out to NY.
Thank you for the tribute to Michael "the planted eye", I follow him here and on IG. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
I can relate to your comments about mental health, I do all I can to have a positive environment.
I ❤ Jazmina and her channel. I have learned a lot from both you and her. Thank you for sharing your plant journey , have a great day 😊😊
Thank you!
Hey David, I am saddened by this news! Michael inspired me and so many people to make it do what it do, embrace the plant hobby and shared so much knowledge and passion. He will certainly be missed! My condolences to you and Michael's family. RIParadise Michael 🙏
Aye! Thanks for inputting one of his catch phrases!
I love your attitude towards life and your channel is great. Ps I just want happiness, money or not.
Thank you. agreed!
Dave, no need to apologize showing your emotions. Truly understandable. I am still in shock about the news of Mike. I was wondering where he was, thought he may be taking a little break. Jamon is how I found out this past week. Thank you for sharing about his passing in this video. Stay strong, Dave ♥️ 🫂
Also, thank you for sharing about taking the time to take care of your mental health and plant burnout.
Anthurium Copper Cherry is Beautiful ❤
And I'd rather be moderately rich type of rich! 😂
Rest in Peace, Mike 🙏🏾
By the way, where did you get the live plant picture or did you make it??😊
Thank you for the encouraging words. I appreciate what you bring to the community, thanks for commenting.
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I went to Michael's channel after you mentioned him on yours. I commented a few times on his video and always responded to his polls and motivational posts. I found him to be a decent, gentle man.
I didn't know he had passed 😢 I know how busy life can get and thought he was taking some much deserved time for himself. This really is a terribly sad loss.
Thank you for contributing to the community he was growing. Def a sad loss.
Drainless is totally the move. I’m so sorry you lost your friend. It’s always so hard, so so hard.
A good tribute to RIP Michael. I’m sad to hear about his passing. Surely will be miss. Hang In there. Praying for the family and you, Peace Be Still. AMEN🪴
Thank you!
Thank you an Jumanji for letting utube fam know about Michaels passing. Heart breaking news, such a wonderful person an he will be missed by many. 🫶🏼 I wouldn’t be rich enough to pay 250K to die at the bottom of ocean. 💚
You're welcome. Oh wow, I feel you on that! That kind of filthy rich is too much of a separate world to me lol.
R.I.P to Mike 🖤.
This was a great video I’m definitely gonna piggy back off some of these tips cause WHAT lmao I will throw some shxt out in a minute! The no drainage lifestyle sometimes even gets boring cause you don’t have anything to do to your plants being that they sustain themselves 😂.
Exactly! Keep showing us the real deal!
in regards to your question. I think this is funny because my father and I have this conversation about the lotto. I told him if I buy lotto tickets I tend to gravitate towards the lower jackpots and he thinks I am weird for that but now hearing your explanation I think I can defend my decision a lil better. 😊
LOL yeah, see I knew I wasn't the only one. I believe most of my friends will choose Billionaire.
@@AroidDistrict me too LOL 🤦🏽♀️
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Michael, Heaven has gained a beautiful soul, and I can imagine him in his own garden of eden full of all the plants he loved. Sending my prayers to his family and friends. I think he would be proud of your tribute. As for plants and mental health, it is quickly becoming apparent just how many people have a connection with plants and plant care to help them get through the challenges of living with MH illness. I have Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, ADD and OCD, and find that plants help me to pace myself, keep me grounded and keep me in the right headspace. Plants are a full-on distraction technique that actually works. When they say "The power of plants" they are 100% correct! As for your challenges, just remember that you have a lot of love and support from your content creator friends and viewers. Stay strong buddy 💪💪💚💚BTW... that Red Anderson....😘
Thank you for this comment, it's nice to imagine Michael how you described. Appreciate you sharing your challenges, blessings to you.
Mannnn I was wondering what happened to Mike. I was trying to reach out to him. Damn! He was a really cool dude. Man!
Dude powerful video!!!
Yeah he was. Thanks brother!
I just lost a friend I went to school with. There have been many dark days since. Then there are all the other crap that's happened to you. One that has stood the test of time was the memory of being abused when I wasn't three years old by the guy who would later murder a school friend of mine because she refused to have sex with him. He was a true psychopath. I won't mention what he did to animals.
My family was completely dysfunctional because my mother was mentally below par, way below par. My brother suffered in his way and my sister in her way. A friend just asked me, "How did you turn out so well?". Then there was my father; an abusive coward who would sit in silence, sometimes for days thinking of how he could punish us in a way that would cause us the most emotional damage. I became a psychologist in addition to being a horse dentist just to learn how to deal with my feelings and not become the victim.
As for the haters, Dave, no matter who they are or what they got, somebody, somewhere is sick of all their shit...
Wow! Happy to hear you made it through all of that. Blessings to you.
I would like to be moderately rich. Just enough to be comfortable.
phew idk if i could even handle the smoke of being moderately rich tbh😂 but that's what i would prefer as well out of the 2 options. Thanks for sharing 💚
Lol thanks for watching.
6-10 is good enough for me
RIP THEPLANTEDEYE
So sorry for your loss. Just regular rich lol!
Thank you, I fee ya lol
Dave Dave Dave…wow what a powerful informational fun and insightful video!
1st,
R.I.P. Mike, another good sole whose job here on earth was done and taken to sit at the Right side of God! Death is hardest for “us” living…everyday do the right thing…you never know when it’s your last!
2nd,
Dave you are fine! You have a beautiful sole. Don’t over analyze yourself.
Society (as we have chosen) has made us ALL to think and be alike…and we are NOT, we are ALL different and we need to learn to accept and respect an individual for who they are. We ALL “walk in different shoes” we need to teach…NOT to judge another but to use good judgement.
We don’t need to like everyone, I don’t, some I can’t stand and that’s ok, frankly I don’t care, I will always be respectful, just don’t be an ASS and/or disrespectful…NOW we have a problem, I’m a ♈️, I’ll headbutt you off my mountain!…Really, I live on a mountain in Wva. I live an hr away from the closest city! There is a sign in my cabin that says…”I want to be where the people aren’t” 😁
I live here with my blue staffie, Sampson and my 200+plants lovin life not having to deal with the BS of society. At my age 60+, the world is now “yours” I pray for “our” children.
NOW…on a PLANTY note your videos are great and I’m always looking forward to seeing the next one!!
I might not always comment, but I do give it a “thumbs-up”👍
Whooooo, now for the final note…I’m blessed with “Riches” , I live in a happy home (plants in every room🥹), have my health, have food on the table and the best fam in the world! To me I’m beyond mega rich…I’m blessed 😇
Beautifully said! Thanks for comment and tuning in.
Moderately rich, for me, otherwise what's the point of getting up in the morning?
Just rich.. not thinking or worrying about ANYTHING.. FARWELL PLANTED EYE
Oh I forgot to answer your question, I prefer to just be rich. The filthy rich is overkill and unnecessary to me.
Omg so sad i just subscribe few month ago and never i thougth he was dealing with mental so sad May he rest in Paradise my terapist told me to take Some of the best vitamins for depression include vitamin D, iron, B9 (folate), calcium, vitamin C, and vitamins B12 and B3. Our body sometime lack vitamen and it can affect mental health i been takingmy vitamins and it help me tremendously
Oh I never mention Michael was dealing with anything, we have no information regarding that. The mental health segment was only about me. But oh cool, thanks for these tips, I'll be on my vitamins.
This is so true and exactly what I was going to tell him. A quality B complex and Vitamin D supplement will make you feel like the lights have turned on. For me iron does need to be added to that list. I’m not sure for a man how much iron it would take to feel energetically and mentally better but I suggest the first and feel like a new person. I hope you get to feeling better. Meditation is the Key also.