I Feel Lost
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- čas přidán 15. 05. 2024
- Sharing some of the struggles I've been experiencing over the past year❤️
I'm mostly good now, and some days are easier than others. We're both so grateful you guys are here with us, and we wouldn't change anything that has happened for the world❤️ We love you all!
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We’re Oskar🧔🏻 and Dan👱🏻♂️, and we believe that anyone regardless of who they are deserves to live their dreams! For the past nine years, we’ve continued pushing boundaries by traveling and living all across the world, from Japan and Australia to Mexico and Saudi Arabia. In 2022, we reached a huge milestone by visiting 100 countries and we’re now on a mission to keep sharing our journey and hopefully make the world a little more open, compassionate, and peaceful along the way❤️
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- Instagram: oskaranddan
- Music: share.epidemicsound.com/nqD7H
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Thank you for watching❤️
0:00 Why I wanted to share this
0:55 Hard to accept that I've been struggling
1:12 Backstory, 100 countries
2:04 Purpose
2:37 Drained
3:30 Knowing what to do every day
4:55 What do we do now?
6:15 The CZcams question
6:55 Pushing us to travel again
7:29 Loneliness
8:31 Therapy, negative spiral
9:40 Self-confidence and self-esteem
10:15 Feeling like a failure even after success
10:50 Entrepreneurship
11:45 Focusing on other passions
12:06 Gratitude
12:57 Scary to share this...
13:55 You are not alone❤️
Thank you guys so much for being here❤ I went back and forth about posting this video a million times because I feared no one would understand what I'm feeling. However, I'm glad it's up, and I hope this video helps anyone who is/has been experiencing something similar❤ I'm much better now, but it's a process that will take time. We hope you guys are enjoying 2024 so far and we can't wait to share more of this new phase of our lives this year❤
Such a wonderful video and honest insight into what so many of us experience, no matter the direction someone is taking but especially in creative fields. We definitely understand a lot of what you were saying - especially the loneliness and although we love what we’re doing and each others company, we crave the social connection.
Thanks, Oskar! ❤
Have you ever thought of getting a 9-5 job? It sounds like you are the type who thrives on having constant tasks to do and need some type of schedule to be happy. Since you no longer wants to travel frequently, I think it would be a healthier for you to concentrate on something whether it be actually doing a 9-5 job for the moment which I think will help you mentally, or start a new project that you are passionate about. Maybe going back to school would be a good thing for you while Dan does his airline reviews. Check out Tyler and Todd. They started off travel in camper vans and then ended up getting a plot of land in Canada and started to build their channel around construction of their dream home from scratch. If you thrive better at staying put and make steady friends, then perhaps you want to get a place and do home remodeling (if you are talented that way)? People's lives constantly change and there is nothing wrong with changing the direction of Oskar and Dan channel.
@@kevinhsu8184a good idea
We have been travelling for almost 4 years full time now. Unlike you, we are “slow travellers”, which I think makes it much easier. We usually like to stay in one place for at least a few months and do our exploring. This allows us time to relax and make multiple videos about the location we’re in. We do miss our friends and family, and we try to get back home as often as we can, but it can feel lonely at times. Hope you can find a new purpose now that you are slowing things down :)
Thank you for sharing and for being so transparent with us!! 🫰🧡🫰🧡🫰🧡
Thank you so much, Oskar, for sharing your honest feelings in that beautiful video. I have a suggestion for you: why not write a book about your challenge of visiting 100 countries before the age of 25? You have a unique story to tell and writing a book could be a wonderful new purpose for you.
Might already have something in the works...❤️
Best quote ever! Take care and thank you for your honesty.
Thank you for your honesty and openness. You are amazing.
Thanks for sharing Oskar!!! I’m sure there will be more ideas and doors waiting for you and Dan to be open! Salute!
Thanks for sharing Oskar ! 💖
All the very best for 2024 !!!💖
Thank you for sharing this. Keep up being open and honest the way you've been so far. Good luck 👍
Thank you Oskar talking about mental health is so important. Especially depression. So thank you for your honesty. Love an prayers.
Thanks for being so open and vulnerable! This is your experience and it's valid. Love seeing more videos like this. We all struggle in life in different ways but the more we open up about it I think we then realize we're not alone as much as we think and alot of connection comes through that ability to be open and share.
Thank you for sharing, Oskar. Huge fan of your videos which often help me get through rough times which are very similar to yours. I am over twice your age and feeling pretty lost as well. I've always admired you and Dan for being so driven chasing your travel dreams. I truly hope you can start feeling less lost and continue to live your dreams.
Thank you so much for sharing!🙏 I feel like all of us sometimes feel lost and it is so important to talk about it.
For what it’s worth, I’ve been watching your videos for a long time and it’s always been a joy hearing you tell interesting facts about a new country or joking around with Dan.🤗I’m sure you will eventually find a new sense of purpose, even if it will be from something completely unexpected.😊 Thank you for being so open and vulnerable!💗
Thank you for sharing Oskar. It's only human to go through feelings like you are experiencing and it helps to put it out into the world. I'm grateful for this and it opens endless opportunities for your future by being honest with your Audience. Sending lots of love your way and take care.
Very brave of you to share and be so open! Thanks for doing so! Wishing you all the best with your new projects this coming year ❤
Thank you for being so real. We all have ups and downs. Hope you are happy and well
Loved this video! You are such a kind and getle soul! SENDING YOU MUCH LOVE!
wow Oskar, you brought me to tears feeling your truth and conviction in your words. your soul is so amazingly beautiful and gleaming bright. my only truth for you is to feel the love around you at all times through the countless souls you encounter on your journeys and the bond with your soulmate Dan. love is the most powerful frequency you will find peace in. heal your chakras that may be out of alignment.
Hi Oskar. Thank you for sharing your feelings. From the bottom of my ♥️ wishing you strength and sending you love. Remember 🇨🇦 loves you!
What a nice guy you are! Watched your travels together for years. Love every vlog. Good on you for sharing this side of your life. Stay strong, keep sharing and you’ll be fine. ❤
Hi Oskar, thank you so much for all the videos on this channel ❤️ I found you recently and have been binge watching your videos. Just wanted to say you and your work are so appreciated. I feel so enriched watching your travels around the world.
I'm glad you posted this. Sharing your lost experience will help a lot of us. Thank you. I'm glad you have returned to your music. I find I get way more lost when i stop doing my music.
Thank you so much for posting this, Oskar. I adore you guys and so appreciate your honestly. Yes please share more of these types of videos. I look forward to seeing how you evolve ❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing how you’re feeling. It’s truly helpful to know others I respect and look up to have similar thoughts, challenges, and feelings. Please share more when it makes sense and as you make progress. Sending lots of strength and positivity your way!
Thank you for sharing your life with your channel! You are amazing! We all go through these times in our lives. You got this!❤
Oskar thank you for sharing. I have been in awe of your travel and documentation that travel with Dan. I may have somehow sensed something was up through the past year. Remember you have each other and don’t let anything change that.
Thank you for sharing, this is great to hear because it's easy to forget that "online people" are living a whole life outside of the snapshot we see as the viewer.
You are a brilliant and talented guy- it comes through in all of your videos. Transition moments in life are difficult but you will come through it bit by bit. You’ve got this!
Oskar (and Dan!) thank you for being vulnerable and honest about your experience. I feel like many travel-related channels only focus on the glamorous and rewarding parts of traveling the world, but don't acknowledge the toll it can take on you physically and mentally. I am like you in that I like to have everything planned out in life, but as I get older I'm constantly reminded that so much of life is unpredictable, and sometimes that can be a good thing! I have no doubt you will find your next path or calling. You should feel proud of where you are now - much love to you both!
Brave of you to share! You guys are so young and have accomplished so much. But your worth does not come from what you've done, but from who you are. A break to recharge and reprioritize is so valuable. I'd love to hear some of your compositions as backing tracks to your (or someone else's) videos one day.
The kind of bravery, vulnerability, and openness you've displayed in this video I believe shows you are willing to face your challenges because you've clearly defined them. I think your introspection shows you are far closer than you realize to your next breakthrough.
Oskar, I acknowledge your vulnerability and self love within this video. Posting about self growth and self realization is powerful and screams confidence within itself. I enjoyed the whole video and I jusst wanna say im proud of you and DAn for taking on the courage of discovering yourselves more and finding more purpose within your lives. Your feelings are beyond valid and I hope you both keep on growing and thriving.
I’ve been in a similar period of transition and it is comforting to know you’re not alone in feeling that way. This has completely spoken to my heart and I feel very grateful to you for putting this video out. 🙂
I wish I could give you a big hug. ❤️❤️ I think what you’re going through is more common than you know. I went through something very similar at your age. Like you, I studied abroad and then lived in NYC working an amazing job. I’m now a stay home mom which was never on my radar. Big changes are scary and hard but let your heart guide you to what is right for you. I love your travels w Dan but would also love hearing your piano music. Your viewers and fans will be here when you’re ready. Lots of love. 💕
Thank you for sharing! I know it must have took a lot of courage to really be honest and open. You are not alone! Follow what your heart desires… we only live once… live it through your own eyes.
*Oskar, you are not alone either!*
Take the time you need and the love from your support system to find new joy in new directions.
(And, please keep in mind that the record of your past travels is still providing joy to people who find you two on CZcams.)
What you have done is important...what you will do is important!
*May you find the peace you are seeking.*
What a wonderful and articulate video Oskar - thank you for sharing. "Planted not buried" - great perspective.
Oskar, thank you so much sharing a part of you, for being so vulnerable and open. You rock! ❤
I love all your content, I also empathize with you and what you are going through. Please do what you need to do to make yourself happy!
Thanks for sharing. I know I'm not alone when I say that it's refreshing in a weird way to watch someone like you Oscar, open up about this kind of thing - especially as for many of us you guys are synonymous with a couple of guys out there having a blast 24/7 and "living their best life" having amazing experiences that so many of your viewers would love to do. And many of us are also admittedly curious about what life for you guys is really like BTS (as it were) as you do what you do. Being vulnerable like this helps people like me realise that when we feel lost or low sometimes it's not necessarily because we're not out there travelling the world and seeing all there is to see... we might feel that way even if we were/had done all that. In other words it not about wishing you had a "better" or more exciting life, its about finding things in the life you DO have that bring you joy and purpose.
I thought this was touching and heartfelt and vulnerable in all the best ways and I also think it gives a fascinating insight into the pressures attendant on being a content creator. It’s very easy to see the fun and the glamour and forget about the relentless need to produce content, regardless of your inclinations at the time. Thank you for highlighting this unspoken but undeniable aspect of being on CZcams.
Oskar we are all with you and we appreciate you sharing and I do hope it helps you 💖
Thank you SO much, Oskar, for sharing this. So much of what you said actually put feelings that I have felt into the words I’ve never quite been able to find. This was such a moving, touching, and relatable video. It
Wishing you all the luck as you continue to find yourself and your passions! I can’t wait to see where this year takes you both! We are here for you too!
Love you guys !! ❤ Love all that you do !! ❤ You talked awhile back of finding a home-base somewhere in the world that would give you access to good flights everywhere (though you fell in love with New Zealand it was too far off the beaten path to fit that need). I cannot imagine how hard it would be to live out of a suitcase for most of the year. You 2 deserve a home to call your own and to be surrounded by friends and family. Make that your priority this year and find happiness. Know that you are loved. ❤❤
Thanks for sharing and being vulnerable. Sending positive vibes and big, warm hugs. xx
I watched it and I only want to say you are a sweat, good person. Thank you. Waiting for more ❤
What a beautiful guy you are, in every sense. Takes real courage to be open and honest and is a real strength. I'm sure this phase of your life will allow you to recharge and find unexpected and fulfilling purpose after your huge achievement over the past few years. Have enjoyed watching your videos and thank you for sharing. Be happy x
Oskar, you are definitely not alone. I can relate so much to what you said. I live in a transient city which makes me want to change locations, travel the world, go on weekend city breaks etc. And the point on loneliness really resonates post-Covid.
And also taking decisions that are so difficult but in your gut feel right is so brave.
You aren’t alone, you guys are great, and you do you! ❤
Omg I just wanted to say thank you ! Thank you for being so open and honest, when we watch your videos I feel like we are friends,I feel like we are lucky enough to be part of your life and with life sometimes we have our ups and downs. Just know that we will always be here and have your back ! Sending a huge hug from Australia xx
Thank you for sharing and you are not alone, this video has helped m. Appreciate you sharing.
Thank you for sharing! You’re not alone.
Hi Oskar, thank you for sharing this with us. Sending you all my best wishes
This is just what my heart needed! I can’t thank you enough Oskar!
appreciate ur vulnerability! you and Dan are so inspiring, and yes i do hv these feelings of being lost/purposeless too once a while, u r not alone! love u two ❤❤❤❤ we dont give up, we keep searching for what to do next in life!!!!
You are such a beautiful and talented person. I sincerely hope you find all the answers you’re looking for. Sending you love.
Oskar! Thank you so much for sharing your feelings on this platform. That takes so much introspection and bravery. Your feeling of being lost as a world traveler was heart wrenching. As a musician, I am highly encouraging you to keep up with playing and composing! Keep up the gratitude work and don't forget to take in the non documented magical moments whilst traveling and make time for magical musical moments daily. Best wishes to you and Dan.
I really appreciate this video thank you, Five years ago I retired at the age of 51 after a pretty successful career. I’m in a wonderful relationship, I’m financially secure but I totally lack purpose now after a life time of being driven. Meditation, yoga and volunteering have been my life savers. Thank you again for your vulnerable sharing. Holding you in the light x
Thanks for everything you and Dan do
all the best to you guys!!! thank you for sharing
Hey Oskar, thanks for sharing. Your vulnerability, honesty and openness about this subject is genuine and I can relate. I think many of your followers can. Its refreshing to see content like this and to get to know you a bit better.. Keep up the great work. I thoroughly enjoy what you and Dan do, and I look forward to hearing more from you guys about all things travel, Airlines, music AND your life’s journey, including both the ups and downs. Cheers from Dan in NZ
Thank you so much for sharing. I also have a business and I balance therapy with a mindset/business coach and I find it really helps me focus on the deep things in both a psychological way and in a positive and productive way. It’s hard to find the right match but so worth it when you do.
Thank you so much for sharing. What you're describing is being human. People change, our goals in life change. Our interests change. It's normal. In the course of my life, I've been involved in so many ventures. I was a gardener, a dancer, a traveler, a mom. All these things take up different parts of my life over the years. One chapter ends and another begins. You can't stay the same all the time. It's normal to say I don't know what's next at the moment. I'm happy you're back to composing; I love your music. Long winded way for me to say growing and changing are part of life. 🥰
Thank you so much for this. You are not alone with this experience. ❤
Hi Oskar thanks for sharing this video! I think that living your lives so publicly in the way you both do can wear you down eventually. I think we all need some grounding somewhere to call home, we both love travelling & do so as often as we can, but i must say i do not personally envy your lifestyles. I do hope that you manage to find a way to balance your work & home life x
Thank you, Dear Oskar LOVE the video and your honesty. You are very articulate in your outlook and inner self. All my BEST to you on your continuing journey. john xoxoxo
Respect for posting this video!
Oskar, I am much older than you, but back when I was your age I had a lot of those feelings. I like what you said in the end of the video, the part about just being planted. More doors will open for you throughout your life journey. You are super talented. Enjoy that and know you are loved and appreciated ❤️✈️
Beautifully expressed!
I was just about to post the exact same thing. I think we have all gone through this at this very age. It honestly sucks when you go through it, to be sure. But it does get better! And I think we all need to take a minute in our lives and regroup and look at where we are and where we're going--literally and metaphorically. I think you're doing great, Oskar. Hearing what you've had to say I can tell you're going to figure it out. And I'm so grateful that you've had the courage to post this--it's a big help to everyone else going through this. And we all are--or will be--at some point!
It’s appreciated you shared your feelings with us. Hopefully it was helpful for you also.
Beautiful video and message. It was very courageous of you to share. We all feel this way at different times in our lives.
It’s raw and brutal. Love it, but also ….. there are times where life seems endless and tiring. But by sharing your fears and doubts … I cannot thank you enough!
Oskar, thank you for sharing this beautiful video. Being real and vulnerable is refreshing on CZcams. I hope you continue to work toward identifying your purpose but sharing this video seems like iit might just be part of that purpose❤.
Thank you for sharing lifevon the road with you two!!😊😊 Always be safe traveling.😊
I continue to hope that the both of you two are safely traveling as you two become more mature and exposed to different cultures, people and great food! Plus, you two are with each other and you two likely love each other.😊 Well, always be safe travel with each other.😊😊
Oh Oscar! You were so incredibly brave to share these thoughts with us. Thank you for taking us into your confidence in such an intimate way. The two of you seem to have such a deep and close bond and, I have no doubt that you two will work out a path that is fulfilling and profitable for you both. You mentioned gratitude. That is, in my humble opinion, the most insightful of all of life's philosophies. In adapting such an attitude one first acknowledges that one is blessed, but can then appreciate the hardships of others, and your travels have certainly exposed you to that. When I turned 60 I dedicated the year ahead as a year of gratitude. It had such a positive effect on my life, that I decided to dedicate the rest of the time that I have left, to gratitude for all of life's abundant blessings. Be strong. Lean on your soulmate. Cherish the obvious bond of love between the two of you and I have NO DOUBT that, in time, you will indeed find the mission that we are all destined for in this wonderful life. Much love from Cape Town in South Africa to you both. ❤
Oskar I can relate to you so much. Have been feeling many similar things to you. So know you aren't alone. Keep doing things at your own pace. xx
Thank you for sharing this and for being honest.
So very sorry for your struggles. Sharing this may help others and hopefully also helps you.
Thank you. You are amazing. We have gratitude for you sharing your lives. We are thankful for the big adventures as well as the small moments. The thrills and the insecurities are both powerful and meaningful. This video may be the most important one that you ever make. I hope millions see it and listen to the message. We need to relish and be thankful for our lives. We are blessed by whatever higher power or energy in which we may find meaning. While there are low moments, of course, there will be another time filled with brightness, joy and incredible energy that follows. Take care of yourself. You are loved and we are grateful to know you.
Good luck Oskar, I am sure that you will find your path in life, great video
Important!
Brave.
Needed!
Thank you
Oskar, thank you for giving voice to the feelings that many of us share in these unusual and trying times. It’s important for all of us to remember we’re not alone, which can be very difficult when we’re all stuck behind screens. It’s ironic to think that even people who travel full time can have those same feelings. You’re not alone either. Keep talking and we’ll keep listening and sharing back. 👍🏽🙂
You're not alone.. thanks for sharing
You both are in my prayers.
Thank you for posting this video. I cried a little. I can totally relate to what you're going through. I've had times where I've felt useless and like a failure. I retired five years ago, and I felt like "now what?". I'm also a recent widow. After 30 years of marriage, my husband passed away. It was hell on earth for the first year. It's only recently that I feel like I can see some light again. I'm also introverted, and not at all a procrastinator, so I can relate to that. I've found purpose in a new part time job and new side hustle. What you said about gratitude is so true! I'm so grateful and thankful for everything I have. I know I have more than many people do. I try to keep a perspective, and some balance. Love your and Dan's videos.
Thank you so much, Oskar, for sharing your feelings! We have always enjoyed both your videos and wish we could be there to give you a hug. Sending you and Dan much love! ❤
Thank you guys❤️
It is an amazing video of honesty. Many people have been at this point, especially after travelling. It is changing us and we need to find ourselves again.
You're such a beautiful person inside and out!
Bless you Oskar, you've got this. Hats off to you for opening up like this, so many people stick there heads in the sand, but you have recognised the issues and are facing them. Both you and Dan are an amazing couple and complete team. You need to start self praising yourself you've both achieved so much. Be very proud of yourselves. Lots of love. Be strong.
And thank you for sharing, which is very scary to do so pad yourself on the shoulder 💛🩶🤍
Love you and love your courage.
Oskar, you are an amazingly talented man. Thank you for being vulnerable. It shows that you are a caring and real human. I am thankful for the work that you guys have done. It's easy to be lost, especially in the busyness of your life. I'll always be grateful to you guys for my journey in Morocco. I'm happy that you realized your feelings and that you have dealt with them. Thank you for sharing. I really treasure you both❤!
Right now I just want to reach out and give you a virtual hug. Don't sell yourself short: you ARE valued as an important person in the lives of many people. You are a great individual. We are all plagued with self-doubt (heck, I'm 70 years old now and I still have to deal with it). Take all the time you need to work through this. Focus more on your music. Be assured we'll all be here for you when you need us.
Such a lovely and great comment ❤
Thank you, this warmed my heart❤️
Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts, Oskar! I am sure you will (re-)find your purpose soon.
Oskar, thank you so much for posting this. I can't say how much I appreciate and resonate with what you had to say. I'm sure it was very difficult for you to be this vulnerable, but know that it's much appreciated and you are helping so many other people through sharing your honest experience. Much love.
Thank you so much Mike❤️
Love you guys!
You are very inspiring to those of us suffering in silence but seaming like you have a great life outwardly 😢😢💜🙏🇦🇺Thank you
Oskar thank you for sharing your honest thoughts and feelings I am a great fan of both of your videos I think since covid most people are feeling this way if they are honest we have all changed and especially if you were travelling a lot for a living when you return to base it’s so unsettling your mind is racing for the next adventure and sometimes you feel like you were adopted as if you don’t belong there I totally get it this turbulence can be very unsettling but it will pass and you will find your joy again meanwhile I am sending you tons of love and light we will always be here for you until the next time see you somewhere around this crazy world 😘😘😘❤️❤️✈️✈️✈️
First, of thanks for sharing, I think it's nice to see another side. It might surprise you but many people share similar experiences. The older you get friends move away and life changes. It's part of life. Talking about it is a great first step. Glad you're working on yourself and its ok to broaden your horizons and explore passions!
Love seeing you mature and grow up over time (he said fatherly😂)
Great to hear you so open about your feelings, especially purpose wise, and the help you sought!
I've had 2 years of psychodynamic counselling to help me proces some trauma's and coping mechanisms , and has helped me to find some answers and peace with that.
Keep sharing, he who shares cares !
In a similar time in my life, its important to be vulnerable especially with those who love and support you. You can learn a lot if you let your self be open and honest and reflect on your past. So you can find a new sense of purpose or the next steps in our life. Such a nice feeling to know we are all going through this in some form or another. Much love for you and Dan hugs from NY.
Thank you so much for opening up about this - it totally resonates with me (basically a carbon copy of your situation re. passion for geography / languages / travel / adapting that into your lifestyle / approaching 30 and feeling stagnant), and I can see from the comments section below that we're definitely not alone in feeling things like this! 🙏🙏
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you guys are doing a great job!
Thank you Oskar for sharing. I love you guys and love watching your travel videos... and yes, I miss not see more frequently, but perfectly understand.
As I watched your video it got me thinking about myself. I currently work as a project manager for a large international finance company and have been at this role my entire career with different companies. I will be taking early retirement next spring as my husband, who will also be retiring this year, and I love to travel and wish to do more. However, I too, just starting thinking about will I feel "what is my purpose" after I retire because I've been in such a leadership role, getting project done for the company, will I feel at a lost of "now what?". I guess for now, my "purpose" will be to enjoy retirement and travel the world with my husband.
FYI... over the past 26 years, we have traveled to 46 countries; obviously not as much as you two in the shorter period of time. But an accomplishment to say the least; especially since none of our family members have even come close to how much we've traveled.
Anyway, take care and glad that you're feeling better. Live is a balance, so balance your passion for travel, music, etc.
Mark