Wrist Pain and Trying to Adjust

An important video. A lot of changes. Wish I had more to say but this is all I have for now. It's not a goodbye, mind you. Not at all. Just a... considerably huge bump in the road.
There's that, and SUPER appreciated. And for a little extra context, Patreon funds are indeed ONLY for making videos, not for me, and if there's nothing to use it for at the moment, it is saved in a dedicated bank account until it has a video to be used on. That's how the FNaF video could be afforded and a number of previous videos. This is probably how Here in the Village will be made too

[Just_a_commenter]

Repetitive strain injuries are a serious thing to be wary of, folks. Take care of yourselves, and if you ever feel an RSI developing in your wrists/arms, don't ignore it. Pull back from what's causing the pain immediately. Take care, Piemations :< Your cartoons are amazing, but your health is more important.

[RealCoolstriker]

Rip Sheriff Heyseed. You were too beautiful for this world

[CrownePrince]

I wish we were taught better as artists about what to do to avoid health problems down the line. I thought I was invincible against the back, wrist, head pain until I got older. Now it ****ing sucks. Especially when drawing/entertainment is your job and not something you do just for fun.

That said, animating anything for Piemations is seriously such an honor. The comedy is just so good, and Mike is legit amazing to work with. ⭐

[Eloediel]

It has been an honor and a pleasure to work with you over these years, Mike. Getting to be the voice of Todd Hayseed as part of your Sheriff Hayseed animated series has been so much fun. I'm terribly sad to see that it's finally coming to an end though I'll always pride myself on what we managed to accomplish together. Without you, I doubt I ever would have made it as far along as I have, having you as a friend has been great, and I hope there comes a time again when you're able to make more leaps and bounds with your work. When that time comes I'll be happy to offer my voice to you again as I always have. Thank you and good luck with recovery!

[childlikesaiyan]

Take a break, man! Trust me, art isn't fun when it chips at you. We'll still be here! Stay safe, Mike

[TheAnnoyingFP]

Sheriff Hayseed is the one I really wanted to see, since that had so much potential. Sad to see it go, but would really love if you had a team finish that episode at some point, even if you can't continue the series.

[ToddHayseed]

Sad to hear that the Todd Hayseed project is being cancelled but I’m really glad that you’re taking care of yourself Mike as it’s more important than anything. We wish you the best on having a successful recovery.

[VolpeFoxsly]

Rest In Peace Sheriff Hayseed, but more importantly, rest... Rest! Give yourself time to heal and rebuild your strength!

[cerisenoir]

Get better man! Your health matters more and I’m sure you’ll find a way to still entertain us in any way you can!

[FatherOfGregg]

Sad to hear that sheriff Todd Hayseed was canceled but I hope you feel better eventually. You’re honestly me and many of my friends favorite animator on this platform so thank you for everything you’ve done and everything you will do.

[mikeheimbach]

As someone who lives with chronic pain, I understand that it can be difficult to function as you did before you had it. I'm glad that you were willing to share your experience, and I sincerely pray that you will be able to regain the full use of your wrists with minimal issues.

[Buttercreamedream]

As someone who is rehabilitating my legs I understand that you’re going to need to accommodate for yourself. Thank you to you and your team with everything you have already put out. I often binge your entire channel when I get depressed and you’ve got plenty of content.

Real fans will be patient and love your work either way. Thank you to you and your team for being a core piece in my child and adulthood!

[demonman]

Really, really bummed about Sherrif Hayseed being scrapped, but this is as legit and understandable a reason as any. Take care of yourself dude, and we all look forward to what you release in the future, whenever that may be. Your health comes first!

[danieljuno]

Thanks for all your content! Keep producing your animations, they rock!

[starxstral]

I’m sad to hear Hayseed is scrapped, and Mike and Zach is finished, but I’m glad to hear you’re recovering. We’ll be waiting very excitedly for your next upload, whatever it may be.

[LiamAmsel]

I'm in my late 20s and I have hand/wrist problems that I've been told will persist my whole life and I just have to life with it. As an artist and a crafter, I understand how much of a bummer this is for the future.

I hope you recover well. One thing I learned was definitely work slower and take breaks or stop when you begin to feel pain again. Not being the speed you used to be definitely can suck, but it's something that can be managed and worked around! You just have to figure out what works for you!

It's good to hear though, that you don't plan on giving up! When you're ready, keep creating. Get better! ✌️✨️

[jonahhallan]

Dude, you could take the next 20 years to post and I'd never stop saying you are still currently one of the best animators ever. Take all the time u need.

[paytonmacdonald]

Sucks to be human sometimes. You can’t just replace your hands when they wear out from so much animating. You sure have a lot to be proud of though. Those hands animated some of the best content on YouTube. Thank you for all you’ve done thus far. I hope you can continue your passion in the near or far future.

[julianspatter]

I think the best way to keep Sheriff Hayseed going is to try and workshop it around with various animators/animation teams and see if someone want to help out with it. With the current rise in indie animation on youtube, I don't think it's unreasonable to hope that someone likes your ideas enough to want to help you make them come to fruition, especially since you've been around the animation scene for a long time and are well known.

[Soupurman]

Hey I'm sorry this happened and I'm glad you'll still be making stuff somewhat which is great. I never actually thought of the Patreon but I will definitely be supporting you now as you are basically my favorite YouTuber. You were my childhood, and I always enjoyed watching your content through the years. I'm glad you have been getting better and I hope you continue to give your wrists a bit of rest, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't glad you are still working on some stuff.

I am slightly sad Mike and Zach is basically gone but it feels like a good stopping point honestly.