Feeling Down

Been feeling down lately. Which is odd considering things are going really well. I’ve got a lot of ambition but I feel a lack of focus. Anyway, just wanted to talk some things out with you guys.

[LetMeExplainStudios]

Something I'm realizing as I grow in this job is the never ending need for "more." It's this trap that success can lead people into; a bottomless rabbit hole of more opportunities, more accomplishments, more projects, more of a legacy. You reach the next milestone, but it quickly becomes not enough. You check an item off your list and another gets added. And you step back and realize it's just another drug, just another high you're chasing. Self-checking that feeling is really hard, especially in our line of work. I get what you're feeling. You're not the only one.

[NostalgiaMan]

People always feel down when success hits them hard. Remember that you are your own worst critic my friend.

[anime]

You, sir, are someone whom I truly respect.

[ryanmcintyre]

Mark's humanity is one of the few things that make me hopeful for the future of our people and this planet as a whole. Thank you Mark so much, just for being you.

[lilyfern]

You know it’s a serious video when the thumbnail is not photoshopped

[annabellwagner]

You HAVE changed the world, but remember that the world is also BEYOND YouTube. You love YouTube, but remember we're beyond this media. You can find more beyond it, and still reach us, and more. That could be a change and growth to look into..

[SilentSoulWhisper]

"I could be working with 24 hours a day and think I never did enough." -NF

[laelaloolableh]

Oh Mark! You're such an ambitious one! It's definitely not a bad thing! People like you change the world, and I think you have, and will!

I'm behind you all the way! And a lot of your fans are! You reach a wide, WIDE audience! That's a huge advantage I think. It takes a bunch of people to bring about change, and you have that! A whole community!

I don't really have advice... I have only felt this way in passing--and as a depressed almost adult, I can only do so much.... there's a long road ahead of me--and you as well!

I'm not sure how to help the world. There are lots of things. The environment, politics, SO many things.

[pjb]

Mark you have already changed the lives of many. The things you have done and who you are as a person have inspired many including me. Your life means so much to so many people. I understand how you feel wanting bigger goals, but also look at the goals you have achieved. You have changed the lives of so many! Especially the longer viewers who have watched you for a very long time and have grown very close to you like myself and adore what you do.

[jadedbeyond]

Aww 💛 Love you, Mark. I love when you talk to us about these things, makes us feel closer and understand you even more. Thank you for just existing 🌻

[illumisneedle]

Damn. This one guy. This man has saved millions of lives. This man has had a huge impact on the world. This man has been there for millions when no one else was, without even knowing it. People like Mark, really just give me hope. Thank you

[dikkuful]

Mark's deep voice and talks are a therapy for me.

[NostalgiaMan]

I totally understand the need for momentum all the time. I am not comfortable with the status quo ever and it is my curse to bear. Thinking about the future is very good though because it prepares you for what is to come. I am now 36 and totally lost in many ways, but I was loosing my mind when I hit 30. Just remember that the world is not enough my friend because we all have progress on the brain and cannot stand to be idle. You are Awesome Mark and your restlessness will turn into the building of the next phase of life. You're next phase in life will be huge....TRUST ME !!

[aprilcoleen]

We should be the ones thanking you, really. Watching your videos is effortless, thinking of new materials and making them into videos and bringing joy to its viewers is the hard part...so THANK YOU Mark and always remember that no matter what, you can count on our love and support for you ❤
P.S.
You're strong and you'll get through this, I just know it.

[sylviacrider]

Mark you have no idea how many times you've kept me from suicide. Thank you so fucking much. I love you man.

[chaossimi]

My 10 yr. old son watches your videos all the time and I was like who is this guy? He replied it's Markiplier mom; he's funny. I watched with him and laughed as well but also watched some of your more serious vids it's amazing what you do. I also believe that just about anyone or everyone wants to do more to help make our world a better place to live. It can be hard on making decisions what could be more helpful or joyful to the populace that is culture or population. Turning 30 is just another number but I do understand the need to want to do more than what you're doing now. Stay positive, stay ambitious and you'll find your goal that you want to reach eventually.

[blonk]

"Stars don't shine without darkness, just as happiness doesn't come forth without sadness."

[eileenzamby]

These 'thinking/rambling out loud into the camera and finding a thread along the way' kinda videos feel like a quiet conversation (albeit a one sided one) at night with a friend. I'm glad you trust us enough to give us a chunk of your thoughts sometimes, Mark. And there's always some sort of warm comforting feeling by the end of these videos. It's really nice, for lack of a better word.
Hope you find that something that may or may not be missing, Mark. ♡

[kellycouto]

This video was posted almost a year before Unus Annus started. And now that it’s over and after seeing his post Morten video it is such a wholesome feeling seeing the transition from this video to now.

[S-H]

Maybe start a new project? A bigger one then "Who killed Markiplier". Maybe a movie? Something that you think is important, and something that you think will inspire others. Maybe try different art forms, maybe make a short film that doesn't revolve around the Markiplier universe. Or even, maybe go on a trip to somewhere you've never been before, if you can, go explore the rare parts of earth. The world is a big place, and has so much to offer.
It's all up to you Mark, but thanks for what you've given us so far. Whatever you do will be great because you are you.