Thank You
The start of another month, and this post is perfectly timed.
This last month has been a little hard on me mentally. I tried a few new things on YouTube after my channel slowly going downhill since the incident in Spring, and it really all kind of came to a head. I turned on auto pilot while trying these new things, and it really didn't do good things for me mentally.
A couple weeks back, I decided to start a bit of cleanup with my internet life. I unfollowed everyone on Twitter, as that was a source of a lot of negativity for me, especially with my channel seeing its worst days ever. Things that would normally fill me with happiness filled me with dread, bitterness, and a bit of anger. So, getting rid of my most used social platform was something I decided to do. Not completely, but in a very big way.
That was the start of a turn around for me. Mentally, I started to clear up. Gained some refocus, and allowed myself to start enjoying things I used to enjoy again. I felt good, and didn't want to stop this pace. So, I joined the gym last week.
Making my body go through the stress of working out brought SO much mental happiness. I can't explain it, but after just one week, I see a huge difference in my outlook on life, work, everything.
I want to thank you guys. If I didn't have this Patreon during the lowest point of my YouTube, I really don't know how much further down I would've went. There's no real words to express how dark I think things would've gotten. So, with everything, thank you for being such a safety net for me, for my family. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
I want to get out of autopilot. I'm spending a lot of time in the gym each day, which has taken over my coding classes right now. I need to get fit physically and mentally to really succeed at coding, I know that now.
I'm absolutely loving Zelda, even with some of the titling moments with controls, so thank you for allowing me to play Skyward Sword here!
We've lost a large amount of Patrons these couple months, and honestly, that's okay! Anyone that has ever supported here, past or currently, you've helped me in such a tremendous way.
It seems that YouTube has decided that I will find the most success on its platform if I focus on YuGiOh stuff. Which, is convenient, cause I'm absolutely LOVING it right now. I'm loving other things, too. WoW Classic, MineCraft, etc. But I'm learning that just because I'm loving something, doesn't mean it's going to fit into a space where I get to share it, and that's okay.
We'll hopefully be finishing up Skyward Sword this month, and then perhaps we'll knock out an egglocke over here? I'd love to actually get an egglocke where EVERY egg is a unique Pokemon, and I think our discord mods can make that a reality if it comes to it.
Thank you guys again. Hope this update is appreciated for everyone. Once my mental health is fully up to snuff, it's going to get interest. >:]
~Keep It Shady!
Comments (51)
I appreciate it but thank you for what you are doing. I been fan of yours for a long time. I watch all the Yugioh duel link video every 200+ and rewatch all. It made me a better duelist. I'm glad you doing yugioh again I hope you keep it up. I also love your Magi Gathering, Heartstone, Dragonball Z, Pokemon ShadyLocke and Fire Emblem videos. I TOTALLY enjoy the Skyrim. I wish you do more especially complete the DLC main story line. I hope we see Skyrim again. Loosing focus thanks Shady for everything!
Sounds awesome bro! You have done so much for us so thank you in return.
So let me get this straight shady, You had cancer but then you stopped using social media & ur cancer magically vanished. To that i would like to say . . "Ohh wow really no way " Let the record show things like Face book , tumbler , redit , the comment section on YT & especially twitter will give you some form of "cancer" . The only cure is to unplug from it.
But in all seriousness i know i shit post & troll you for ur ineptitude at playing video games. But iam glade you found happiness in ur work again. The internet needs some1 who is wholesome & churning out good content w/o a million skeletons in the closet . W/o you out there "keeping it shady" the internet sphere would be a much darker & sad place, or at least more so than it already is. So ty for that & for the content .
Love you Shady and happy to support you through patron. I've also been going through tough times these past couple of months and while time helps, I completely agree with you on how working out is one of the best things you can do for your mental. I also really suggest finding some good podcast or books to dive into as well, anything that helps you stay balanced you know? Anyways, wishing you the best and as a long time fan Ive enjoyed seeing of every twist and turn of your growth in the channel/just as a person. Loving the zelda playthrough ( though I'm like 4 or 5 episodes behind right now lol) and I'm hype for what comes next! thanks for always being genuine, I'm very grateful for the content you make!
You are such an inspiration for me shady it's incredible. Always stay true to yourself, I will support you no matter what route you take. The most important thing is your health and happiness. Stay shady!
Hey Shady, Thank you for sharing what's going on with you on a personal level. I think that's one thing that made me gravitate towards you years ago. I started with you in the middle of the Storm Silver Egglocke, then I went back to watch all of your RivalLockes with Nipps and so much more. I'm so glad I got to witness your proposal to Sarah, and the birth of your beautiful baby girl! You really are my favorite form of entertainment because you are so *real*. Thank you for being that for me. I hope to be here for you through everything that you will allow to be public. I went ahead and watched through nearly the full Minecraft saga, hope it does some great things for you, super glad you're enjoying it (and making me enjoy it!) Currently catching up through The Epic of Burgh, gonna go back to the Renegade nuzlocke and make my way through Skyward Sword,, then I'll hit whatever is new at the time on Patreon, but of course, this is all while watching new Yu-Gi-Oh. which I'm so glad is back. Whatever is next for you, I'm here for it! Much much much love, man.
True shady penguins love the content due to the realness of the creator. Alot of times (though the content is great) myself and others are probably here due to you. Down to earth, real and open with your audience. Its like a interactive comedy show that is fun to watch. You allow us in on what your thinking and at times help choose the games that you put on your channel. All around in my opinion you should be gaining steam not losing it. Good luck in your coding and gym. During my dark days after losing my spouse finding this channel and gym has helped brighten them up. I have seen many say the same. Things will get better for you and your family. Glad your not allowing the mental stress to get the best of you like many do in this world.
Shady im so glad your open with your audience and I will support your channel and Patreon no matter what game you play. Im glad to hear your taking your mental health more seriously and heading toward a better outlook for yourself and family (:
As I was reading this post it made me realize how stressed I was and how much I backed up on texting and all that to just focus on myself and a few others, reading the post made me want to cry because of how we all help you recover and such from such crappy states along with you helping all of us get through our tough/dreadful days, we're all appreciative of you and you of us for everything we all do and it's wonderful 💙
So glad you're finally starting to feel better! I will continue to support you to the fullest extend! Looking forward to all your future projects but i dont think you'll be done with SS in a month lol
We love you Shady and we will be here for you always!
Glad you are enjoying the content again, I don't know what I would do if I couldn't watch your videos before going to work! I know this is more of a YouTube question, but I was wondering if you are still thinking of doing legacy of the duelist sealed and draft duels with people. My friend and I used to play Yu-Gi-Oh a lot and now we play from opposite sides of the Pacific on the switch. It's cool if you prefer duel links, but I would love to get my fade ran by you in Yu-Gi-Oh. Either way, I have loved most everything you have done on here so far. I know how brutal the controls can be in skyward sword, so best of luck!
Did todays episode get deleted?
He accidentally uploaded the wrong file. I assume the right one will get uploaded later today or maybe tomorrow.
Never doubt the joy you bring to others, Shady :) I’m so pleased you’re finding yourself again, I can definitely relate to the exercise having a positive effect on your mental health. Keep up the great work! X
I'm proud of you shady! Sometimes you need to take a 180° turn in what you do to clear your head. Remember that you always have a solid amount of people behind you, and support almost everything you do. It's good to try out new things, and if they don't work, thats okay! Going to the give can be a huge relief of stress and anger. It helped me through a difficult time in my life as well! You'll gain a lot of confidence as well in just a few weeks time! Keep it up
I'm so glad to hear you're starting to feel better! As someone with severe depression, I know what it's like to feel mentally and physically drained and defeated. You've helped me so much the past few years. Whenever I felt utterly defeated by things such as school, work, or girls (especially that last one), watching your videos always made me laugh and enjoy myself. I cannot thank you enough for doing what you do. Now I want to be there for you. All of us Platinum Penguinns are here to support you because you're not just some guy on a screen, you're family, and we will always be here for you Shady! With that, I just want to say thank you again and I sincerely hope you overcome every obstacle life throws at you, but above all else, keep it, shady!
I can't thank you enough is well Shady, I've really struggled with my mental health for a long time and your videos have always been a constant for me, I'm really happy to help support you and you're family. Here's to all of us getting happier and healthier.
I have been enjoying skyward sword so much and I have been watching renegade platinum aswell, its honestly great always having a way to get rid of my boredom with you. I shall always support you in everything Shady, thank YOU!
It is my pleasure to support you because first of all, I would firstly like to thank you because your channel all these years was (and it still is X) ) a little pleasant break from my demanding university life and my life in general. So I will keep supporting you just because you are you and you always enjoy what you do!!!!! :D
I always stress that you need to take care of yourself, then worry about us. Honestly, all your content has been great and I have been loving it. If you need to take a break, just know you always have your loyal penguins here and all the people who watch on YouTube. Keep getting yourself better and we will be patient as it happens. Can't wait if you do an egglocke! I would love to send in an egg
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Shady I’ve watched since before you even started the shadylockes. And always have been a fan of yours. I have become a patron because of you and your character and how you play games you love on here. I will always be around and will continue to watch every series even ones I didn’t know I’d love like fire emblem. Dang that’s addicting. I just want you to continue to be yourself and continue to get healthier both physically and mentally.
We will continue to keep it shady! In the mean time you are doing amazing job with videos! Thank you shady!
As long as you're happy!
I'm glad to hear you're doing things for your own mental and physical health. The former can be the most difficult to take care of sometimes. Your work is always a highlight for so many people that it can be easy to forget to enjoy it for yourself as well, or other things will cloud your life and personal needs. Take care of yourself, we all love what you do and want to see you continue to have a healthy, happy life. Thank you for all you do, Shady.
Love ya Shady! Thank you for being you!
Shady thank you as well for everything. Your content what ever it is has always had so much energy and its always been something I've always looked forward to everyday, something that has a smile to my face even on bad days. So I hope that your labor day is going well and know that we are all here for you. I am also glad your doing better, don't worry people shall come....what was that saying from field of dreams? "if you build it they will come" :P so keep on making what you love and people sure will follow.
Watching your content has consistently helped elevate me throughout the years even at my lowest points, you’ve been such a positive influence on not only my life but countless others between YouTube, twitch, and now Patreon as well. I’m honored to be able to help in any way I can, and I’m sure you’ll see your way out of the mental fog you’re in. Getting physically healthy is a great starting point and one that I’ve honestly been struggling with recently, so I hope you can push through and keep at it!
HEY, Shady. I just wanted to say that there is probably noone else on the youtube i respect more and even though i usually watch some crazy stuff on there, nothing beats the nice, chill evenings after my university struggle, when i can just sit down and relax with some of your videos. JUST wanted to say I'd love to see some more The Elder Scrolls: Legends gameplay from you.. :p other than that, stay awesome and as good as u have been always and never let bad shit get to you
keep your head up shady! and keep doing you :]
Would be so excited for an egglocke XD, I personally don't know how to sumbit an egg but I would love to throw out an idea for one if the mods could recreate it for me. Also take as much time as you need man, I may not watch a whole lot of content on this platform atm (working 2 jobs and what not) but I am happy to give you the support you need. Keep strong and enjoy that life.
You are amazing and so much fun to watch. You never fail to bring a smile to my face. No matter what you play you bring a little something extra to it that just makes anything work. Keep on having fun and bettering yourself! #forevershady
You do you bro, we are here to support.
Love you Shady, as someone who has mental health struggles themselves, I am here for you, your happiness and health is the most important thing so do what you got to do. Personally I would love to see you play Minecraft here but the egglocke idea definetly sounds cool. One tip I would have would be to make it a drayanno hack as there the most interesting for egglockes though maybe save that for your YouTube channel as a Drayanno egglocke would get more YouTube views than a normal game. Even though I haven't watched Zelda or watched Skyrim as they just didn't interest me I am more than happy and Proud to be a Patron and help you out. You make a difference in many peoples lives including mine so thank you for all your great content.
I’m glad things are looking up, Shady! I’m sorry you had to go through that, but we all love you and your content so much. Thank you for always being your kind, generous, authentic self.
Buddy your videos literally saved me when I was at the lowest of lows. I'm still healing from those traumas, but your content but more importantly, your personality and character, that never give-up, that always smile nature, I really look up to that man. Wishing you all the success! #ForeverShadyPerson
Shady. Thank you for all the joy you bring to all of our lives. You are truly a happy human being and watching your videos brings joy to not only to myself but to my daughter as well. I keep supporting you on Patreon even if I’m not 100% a fan of what you are playing because of how much we love watching you interact with each new experience! Keep on keeping on!
Always here to support you, Shady! I’d cut out coffee before I cut out Shady content (and coffee is a huge deal for me, it’s what I look forward to as I go to sleep!) Glad to hear you’re doing good despite YouTube being a pain! You’ll get through this! I’m sure the channel will see a HUGE boost once Sword and Shield come out!
Sending some Shady love from Canada ❤️
Love you Shady, thank you so much for being you!
Thank YOU for everything. 🖤
The Yugioh videos you uploaded looked like the first time in a while that you really enjoyed what you recorded.
Im glad my contribution has been able to give you the security you have felt. Do what best for you and your family and well keep supporting you in any way I can. Thanks for the entertainment. We appreciate you
Keep it Shady!
We're here to support you all the way shady
Sending you hugs and love, glad you’re feeling better now. Exercise is so important! And omg can’t wait for an Egglocke!
Personally I’d love to watch some wow classic but you do you
Whatever happens Shady just remember you always have your loyal penguins who will support through it all myself included you’re one of my favourite youtubers PERIOD and your videos always give me a helping hand on my down days! Proud to be part of the shadypeople
Love you :)