Let's Talk #2 Addiction (ASMR vlog with whispering & gum chewing)
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- čas přidán 20. 08. 2024
- Welcome to #2 in the new Let's Talk series (changed the name from Q&A) where I share my thoughts on addiction, as highly suggested by comments under Let's Talk #1 (link below). This is a relaxed ASMR series that will either be whispered or soft spoken, often accompanied by a random ASMR trigger such as gum chewing, tapping, etc. But more importantly where I basically try to answer one or more questions, depending on the topic, left in the comments by viewers.
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I had been drinking for three years ever since I was 15. I had drank to cope with depression that I was (and still do) go through. I literally drank lethal amounts of alcohol and I honestly did not care at the time. Today, however, I am proud to say that I am approaching 6 months of sobriety.
Whats the matter Mattt, have a drink?
+PrincipalProductions ummm I was drinking to the point of it possibly killing myself....wasn't that clear?
***** I was just saying why not have a drink of something? You know, take the edge off a bit.
+PrincipalProductions well yeah I have substitutes for alcohol
***** Im out here drinking forties, cheers batty boy
#MANUP #NOPROBLEM #LASTCALLFORALCOHOL
5 years later and he’s still making relaxing and awesome content, thank you Ephemeral Rift for being such a cool dude
make it 7
Make it 8
Shut up
Make it 9 today!
My first ASMR person 9yrs ago but I’ve since been turned out. Lol
Everything in moderation...
Did you ever think about, had any clue how popular you are going to be in the future? LOVE your videos, never stop, please. :-D
@@originalnick473 he's so much more personal in these old videos haha. Now he's a god
Video games were my addiction. They take up so much time without you even realising.
ER is such an inspiration for me. He has actually saved my life as I suffer from depression and am plagued with physical issues. These videos keep me relaxed and happy. Please don't ever stop ER. I wish I could shake ur hand and meet u in person one day. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. These sounds, gum chewing, whispering, drinking beer reviews, food reviews, eating apples are amazing triggers for me. Thank you for saving my life ER. I wish I could shake ur hand.
Faith in humanity restored.
Such a sweet comment. never feel sad - because you are a kind and awesome person. I hope you have a great life :-)
Its amazingly crazy how mostly all of these creators we watch who were just basically consistent with uploading have blown up due to that. A lot of the ppl I watch on CZcams have all been uploading for 10+ years and they've reached incredible milestones and have reached millions of people they deserve every second of it these ppl are OGs we grew up on this these ppl were all we knew at the time.
I've struggled with addiction since I was about 14 years old, and got to this day I fight my battles. It started with a sense of worthlessness due to some lack of parental guidance and my economic/social status, and after trying out a few drugs in high school I started to really suffer with what I had started.
To anyone suffering, it never really ends even after you get clean. But what I can say is that as you mature and as you learn to create healthy coping habits, you can live a perfectly normal and happy life, you just have to stay cautious. Addiction rears its ugly head at the most inopportune times, and you can relapse even ten years from sobriety if you're not careful. For whoever isn't doing too great, I wish you the best.
Stay strong brother
Hope your doing well in 2022 brother ✌️
Recovering compulsive binge eater here. I can so totally relate to this video. It's a daily struggle, especially when your drug of choice (food) is something you literally can't live without. Thanks for shedding light on this topic, and for the tingles. :-)
I’m going through this now and it’s heinous
That's what an anorexic person would say
All my family members were addicts. When I was younger I was really turned off by their addictions and swore I'd never even try a cigarette or weed. Well here I am years later, ex heroin addict, ex pill addict, used to drink straight whisky at 8 in the morning, still smoke cigs. I really think your right that is genetic.
Fuck.. I feel for u man
gamespecies thanks bro, I'm doing pretty good now.
Yes! My dad was an alcoholic I struggle with not drinking too much.
+Paula Smith my dad as well,he struggled with depression and it took me years to understand and accept him as he was,i drink moderate amounts here and there,mostly on celebrations.it scares me how much people change while under the influence
As someone who has struggled with alcohol to self medicate my anxiety and ocd, this was a good video to watch, been sober for nearly a month now (Since august 29th).
How are you doing now?
@@GIGeo Oath has he kept the sobriety going because kudos if so
AlternativeGamer99 stay strong brother
I was born in August 29 :)
Willing to bet he's drank since then. It's hard to fully quit something most ppl just say they're quitting and go on hiatus
Addiction helps brings us to a happy place if only for a while. I feel I am most inclined to addictions when I'm at a lonely point in life. Some of us just have that addictive personality that never really goes away, (so I've heard) but I believe it to be true. It's like a yearning in my soul for something I know I shouldn't have because I wanna be "bad". And that brings me great satisfaction lol
This actually makes more sense then anyone else has. For me at least.
The AA has an acronym which is very helpful for just about every addiction. The acronym is H.A.L.T, meaning being Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired, are risk factors for addictive behaviour. Anyone with addicitions (including myself) could learn a lot about their addictive behaviour by monitoring it at such moments and writing down whatever you figure out. These insights take a lot of time to sink in, but if you repeat this process on a day to day basis, you will eventually be more in control of your behaviour. It's actually a tried and true technique from cognitive behavioural therapy.
I like how sincere your videos are, especially on such deep topics like depression, stress, how to deal with them, existential questions and so on. It's a great feature of the channel.
You should make a "Draw my Life" or tell us a little bit more about you and your life...
Love those mouth sounds and the gum chewing sounds. Can you make more videos with these sounds?
dovydas zaveckas It sure has been awhile since I've chewed gum. Let me chew on it and see what happens ;)
+Ephemeral Rift That pun though B)
no they're annoying and creepy
They're nice👌🏽
You are the best out there. Much appreciated.
I listen to this all the time!
On the topic of addiction i'm addicted to this video, the whispering and the gum in this video is top notch and i end up rewatching this and having it play alot when i need to relax :)
Sorin yes! I’m addicted to whispering I love when people whisper in my ear it’s weird but I can’t help it.
old video but i keep coming back to this now alot, love the mouth sounds and the gum!
Its amazingly crazy how mostly all of these creators we watch who were just basically consistent with uploading have blown up due to that. A lot of the ppl I watch on CZcams have all been uploading for 10+ years and they've reached incredible milestones and have reached millions of people they deserve every second of it these ppl are OGs we grew up on this these ppl were all we knew at the time.
I love the introduction. "It's good to see you again" with that smile even makes a grumpy guy like me happy.
Love when you pick a topic and just talk with us ER.
Your whisper in that mic is excellent
I'm dealing with some problems with addiction at the moment and this video is pretty helpful. Although it's a few years old the message remains the same and I appreciate it, you rock ER
I want to start by thanking you for being brave and talking honestly about this touchy subject. I have an "addictive personality", and caught myself getting defensive at the beginning. Glad I was able to overcome it, and I'm really happy to see a distinct lack of negative comments!
I was wondering what you thought about the internet as a global community for support. The asmr community started me on the path to quitting my cannabis addiction, although nothing is as good as a physical presence.
7 years later still making great content
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Its amazingly crazy how mostly all of these creators we watch who were just basically consistent with uploading have blown up due to that. A lot of the ppl I watch on CZcams have all been uploading for 10+ years and they've reached incredible milestones and have reached millions of people they deserve every second of it these ppl are OGs we grew up on this these ppl were all we knew at the time.
Some say his neck actually grows a mm for every upload
Just wanted to say thanks for this topic, and I am a huge fan of your videos. I just passed the 10 year mark a few days ago for being clean and sober. Although addiction is a terrible foe, it is something that can be overcome with the help of family, friends, and lots of work. It is true that you trade one addiction for another, but at least my addiction to ASMR is a little healthier than what I was addicted to. ;)
how are you doing nowadays?
@@arck4453 Hi there, thanks for asking, I just passed 19 years clean and sober last September :)
@@djsolaris979 nice, that's impressive, good job brother!
@@arck4453 Thanks! I'm actually female, but I appreciate your kind words!! :D
@@djsolaris979 oh, I'm sorry, even still, keep up like that!
I love the quality of this video.
With most video games it's hard to just play for 15 minutes. It has nothing to do with it being addictive ( Though I can admit video games can be additive ). It's just not enough time to get your enjoyment out of it. It's like reading a book for only 10 minutes. You're just getting started by that time you don't want to put it down when you're just starting to get into it. For me if I play I'll play for at least an hour or 2. It's a reasonable amount of time to get your fill out of it.
Recovering addict here. Thanks for this.
I'm 16 and have been dealing with alcoholism for 3 years. I was sober for about 5 months but recently fell off the wagon. This helped to open my eyes a lot. Thanks (:
Tori Fletcher
Are you sober now?
TheRealMVP not anymore lmao
Tori Fletcher
Why not? I mean, is it the worst thing in the world to drink here and there? Hell no. But alcoholism is serious. Try to be sober again if possible. Just trying to help.
Tori Fletcher If you have problems with alcohol in the future, you might want to look into AA. I actually think everyone could benefit from AA (or a program based on the same principles for people not addicted to alcohol). It's changed the lives of a lot of my family members. They're better people now, not just "not alcoholic".
Just in case it gets out of control, I hope you keep the idea in the back of your mind. I'm also prone to addiction, so I hope I take my own advice if I ever need to :(
How does one become an alcoholic at _thirteen?!_ Where were your parents?
My favorite video ever!! I watch this at least twice a week!
Almost 10 years later still amazing
4 years later and I still keep coming back to this. Thanks a mill ER ... 😏
It Is crazy that you did A vid on Addiction. Beeing A Addict in Recovery I find this All verry intresting. Any one who is Suffering, Keep your head up A Fun Sober Life is Possible!
Amazing simply amazing i dont know how to put ur videos anymore their pure gold paul seriously if you ever have doubts in yourself dont cause your videos brighten my day and always get me pumped to watch
I have been watching this video every night to relax for the pass 4 months!....Every time im layed out sleep not even half into you speaking and i've tried to listen to the whole video and i always never do.The gum chewing is hypnotic by the way!...Literally one of the best ASMR videos!
I've listened to this every night for a while now and it helps me get to sleep. Thanks rift for introducing me to the world of ASMR 👍
Jeez if you played for 15 minutes a day it would take like 10 years to complete skyrim
TheColorOfVengeance Hahahaah Skyrim is 300 hours so more like 30
Its time.
I listen to this video frequently. It's brilliant. Please do make more exactly like this. Interesting and relaxing.
As a fellow former smoker I can tell you that there is certainly a physical tolerance that must be built up in order to handle an entire pack of cigarettes in a 24 hour period. Similar to alcohol... one can't simply pick up a case of Corona, go to town and expect to feel fine in the morning unless there is considerable experience involved. I respect you for giving up smoking before it got to that point. Wish I could say the same for myself because quitting a pack a day was MUCH more difficult.
I have been thinking a lot about this addiction subjekt. As being HSP myself I have suffered many kind of addiction in my life. I wonder is that more commen in people like us?
I enjoy a lot of your ASMR videos and vlogs. I found out that I have a lot of in common with you. I am happy that you share your mind and soul with us, because it's difficult to get so close to people in real life, to really open up what they think and feel.
So I want to say thank you and take care!
Damn I love those first seconds in this vid... Slow, breathy mouth sounds
2019 anyone?!
2021😁
Wow man you should look into being a psychologist, I agree with alot of the things you speak of in this video
nice quality mic too, very dope.
It was cannabis but you are exactly correct. I was just 'freaking out' mentally so bad it manifested physically. When I figured that out (which took a while), calming myself and quitting was relatively easy.
It's one of the reasons I'm so happy and thankful for the asmr community. Some of these tinglesmiths have helped me pull back from the panic that might have taken hold otherwise.
...It's been a good learning experience, shall we say :D
Love this, man. It's inspirational in a sense and i can't say that i disagree with anything you've said. One or the realest people i follow on youtube, and definitely the most creative / "realest" ASMRtist.
this really helps me calm down after some heavy days :) thanks!
you are the best ASMR artist love all your videos man , They are perfect
Dude! More gum chewing videos!! Great as always.
Im not a fan of role play or soft spoken but I do love your whisper and gum chewing videos... I would listen every day if that is all you did because they are sooooo tingly....
If it worries you, make sure you spend as much time as possible of your time online doing things you really enjoy (be it watching videos, chatting with people, whatever). Don't fall into the trap of 'surfing' without really doing anything. Addiction is all about cost. What do you lose to your addiction? That's the question to think about. Apart from that, don't stress too much, post high school life really is different.
Part of what I like so much about how ASMR makes me feel reminds me of how I felt using heroin. I have been clean for 8yrs now and am not saying ppl should go out and do heroin, I'm simply telling the truth about certain tingling sensations. My husband thinks I am a total weirdo since he doesn't experience asmr at all and I watch these videos after I put the kids to bed, but let me tell you I'd rather be weird than be dead. Weird is pretty fun. Speaking of which, love your videos!
Man I know you're busy and all that but I'm sure most of us will appreciate if you did more gum chewing blog series with this quality also your ideas/opinions are awesome and the fact that there is no white noise makes it perfect I love your content E.R.
I've been playing video games longer than I haven't been playing them and I still play them just way less. The first step to overcoming any addiction is realization you have it, and then the wanting to overcome.
I love your whispering GUM CHEWING videos. It would be really great if you could do more of these.
Also, more videos where you whisper exactly like you do in Repairman 2. These videos are EXTREMELY relaxing and healing for me. Thanks!
Loving you whispers, gum chewing and eye contact. tingles! thank you!
You brought my tingles back! Thank you kind sir, for giving to me what I have been missing for months. You are a saint.
First ever video that brought me into the ASMR society it has basically been 3 years since this video has been posted and it is still my favorite of all time
I started listening to this video in high school. I’m out of college now. Crazy
mate i literally had that exact same thought hahaha, finishing uni this year
I love the gum! You're one of my new fav asmr artists!
Omg who ever said u was creepy obviously is someone who is uptight & don't know anything about u!! Your one of my favorite CZcams's an u are definitely not creepy!! Ur funny an I love ur videos!! Don't let people like that get to u!! Keep up the good work 👏👌💖
I have been subscribed to your channel for about 2 months now!. I would really like to thank you for you time and dedication to your channel. I really like all the different subject manor you cover from vid games to beer testing, Clements and all the other amazing subject matter you come up with. It really means a lot to me and I am sure to many other viewers. Keep up the amazing work. I look forward to seeing what serious or artistic things you come up with. Thanks from Canada!!
I miss these asmr whisper vlogs.
my god, that little sounds you make with your mouth are awesome, I fall asleep in 5 minutes
Nice youtube suggesting this to me after so many years.
Interesting points on addiction... there may be some genetics involved, but a lot of addicts become addicted to substances that are inherently addictive; there are just some things that are designed to be addictive, no matter your predisposition. Also, with regards to the point on escapism, that's totally on point. Sometimes people have problems that they just have to escape from or medicate away. In such cases, it's probably better to address the problem head-on.
This is one of the few ASMR videos I watch equally because of the topic and because of the tingles.
I think this video was very insightful. Resolution for addiction doesn't require the removal of the addictive substance, but a change in the people to choose to reject it. A change in our media to choose not to place drugs, sex, and violence on these glorified pedestals. You really speak to that and the importance of teaching our modern generation the importance of self control.
Addiction is not just one thing. It's mental, biological, and social...but so much more too.
The one thing you didn't touch on that I've found vital in stopping smoking is knowledge. When I first started smoking cannabis I was under the impression that it wasn't addictive. Years later, I found that going a day without it would result in nausea, shaking, hot/cold flashes, and vomiting (yay!).
Now, having done research and spoken with recovered addicts, I am able to successfully combat my problems. So I would add education to the list of changes we should bring about to society.
love the q and a's i fall right to sleep everytime and the gum helps even more to delute my thoughts and stress
That awkward moment when he talks about people staying up late on the internet, playing a video game or just trying to find something to do... and I'm here, watching this video at 4:44 AM...
Best male whisperer on CZcams. Love the beer reviews and walking dead vids. Keep it up man!
Tobacco is a purgative, your reaction was normal. I live in a culture now where gum chewing is "unhealthy" (causes acid reflex, e.g.) but this was a pleasant means of conveying your thoughts. Different. I'll be 56 this year and next have to work on unhealthy human relations at work & home -- must learn coping strategies. Alcohol was really hard to learn about and banish. (I drank to excess, smoked pot to excess -- can't handle 'em, they hadda go.) Thanks for this and I've subbed.
Both the number of videos you upload, and the variety of material, is fantastic. Thank you for all your efforts! Andy
When you drug that gum wrapper over the mic, dear lord them tingles. I want a video of whispering/mic scratching........
I also find your videos very interesting and ASMR inducing so kudos.
Yeah, the thing about video game addiction is that as people get older, they realize that outbursts just aren't acceptable, or they're better at finding save points, etc. I used to rage when I was 10-11 when my parents told me I had to stop playing. I grew out of it. I owe my parents a lot, after all.
Prob the best asmr video I’ve ever experienced so far! Thank you
I'm a huge fan of your whispering voice, I'm not all that into softly spoken videos. Great job!
I'm *addicted* to this video
great vid man, you are successfully relaxing after watchin many of your vids
Awesome video! Make More of these! The sound quality is amazing and the mouthsounds are just so tingly :3
the best quality i ever hear on a ASMR!
awesome! not only do i love your whispering voice but love hearing your opinions on different things. great video
Please give us some more of Let's Talk with whispering & gum chewing.
I just love the sound of you chewing along with your lovely whisperiing talks.
I would be interested in a overall view and your own view of the subprime mortgage crisis that happened lately in the states
I've always enjoyed those crunchy mouth sounds. Your mic captures them perfectly. I prefer more whispered than softly spoken.
The ASMR Lounge is the best thing ever!!!!!!!!!
I totally agree with u. When I was younger for a personal reason I was not allowed a computer in my house but I was 12 when I received my first computer, but threw junior high I found myself using my Xbox almost 8h a day but now in highschool I started to prompt myself for game design and graphics design. If your a big fan of video games turn it from a hobby to a career and you will be happy
The game bit really interested me. I think as a study it should be completely neutral. I personally have been edicted to online gaming for a few years, and then worked down to going days and some times weeks without any technology. I've worked though diagnosed depression as well without drugs so maybe i simply have a high recovery rate, but it definitely provides growth by moving through those rather then having them restricted from us. Quite interesting stuff! :3
Jesus this is so good! You kept me so interested and relaxed me.I adore you so much
the dizziness goes away after you start smoking for real. I used to get dizzy/lightheaded all the time too when I was younger and started smoking. I am 28 and still smoke. I have recently cut down to half of what I was smoking
I know when to stop drinking too. When I'm in the gutter. Everyone has different goals and intentions in using drugs, and "when to stop" is an opinion. I drink to disconnect from all of the pain and at least feel good for a few hours. Which is why I quit well over a year ago. But alas, the pain hasn't subsided.
Classic video never gets old
E.R you missed a type of addiction thats very new on the scene but quite prevalent in todays men. Porn addiction.
Women straight or gay expierence this too. I am happily married w/ kids and have learned to incorporate (aka cope with) said addiction by involving my husband. Sometimes he is weirded out and sometimes not. Haha. The only better addiction must be exercise...I used replacement therapy w/ sex and food addiction (mainly sweets) to supress my heroin addiction. Been 'drug' free for over 7 years.
I watch a lot of porn but I'd say it's pretty hard to get addicted
No it isnt.
what if there was a girl who was addicted to porn? is that accepted?
Static New on the scene? Get out of here
I love your videos man! :-) hahaha made me fall asleep for a couple of minutes!
One of my favorite asmr videos on youtube.
I feel like I know you.
I just join your channel attracted by your gum chewing ASMR, wonderful please keep it up with the gum chewing and your whispering is relaxing too
Agreed, I've spent most of my life as a gaming addict(19 now). My parents encouraged it if anything as it kept me busy.
I shook it last year, and I really wish I could tell you how. I remember doing a massive binge on Fallout NV(put a hundred hours in a week) and then just got burned out on gaming in general. Maybe because I modded the game to be punishing? Games with easy challenges, lots of rewards like WoW are very addicting, so playing things with little reward and lots of challenge worked?
love ur vids man they cool and ur videos always send me to sleep and this is a channel I am so subscribing to!! and gum chewing is my FAV trigger and thx I don't know anyone better at ASMR than u thx
Ahhhh... vintage Papa Rift.
thanks a lot i am still always coming back to this.
You should do a podcast, talk about all sorts, music? CZcams? Life in general? Would be awesome!
Nay! I think the ASMR community will only grow stronger the more people are involved. How can it not?
Being stuck with only a laptop and nothing else helped me. It's hard to get addicted to games when your computer chugs like crazy any time it plays any 3d game. That's what broke mine. I only play a few hours on weekends anymore, and it seems healthy for the time being.
I used to be addicted to vicodin and other pills. I used to snort way too much, nine or ten a day. After 5 months of abuse and so many bottles emptied I couldn't keep count, I decided to quit, all on my own. I was sober about two years and recently gave in and tried oxy. Currently one month clean.