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Life Stuff Update
🕑 Added 2022-04-04 02:03:51 +0000 UTCWhatsup, everybody? I didn't write up a monthly newsletter for March as I was very busy. And I will fill you guys in on the upcoming content in a separate post.
But also I think it'd be good to discuss some current life stuff if you are curious about that and some of my recent posts on YouTube and Twitter about addiction.
Is Act Man gay for nicotine and alcohol?
I hope the framing of that question doesn't actually offend anyone, but I like to use humor to help alleviate the stress of discussing difficult things. The long and short of it is that I function as a human pretty well despite these addictions that I feel are holding me back in life. I'm still living a great life, but I deal with A LOT of unnecessary stress and anxiety around my job and sustaining it.
Make poor life choice = Get Stressed = Avoids working = more stress.
I don't get blackout drunk at all or anything like that, but I do drink a lot more than one person should, especially by themselves. Basically, I'll be taking a short break from being online.
But not right away. My plan is to post 2 videos on each channel before I take time off. I'll talk about those videos later. I find that I indulge in bad behavior a lot more often when I am sitting at this very computer faced with a never-ending mountain of work and 'things I should be doing'
This job of mine always has a thousand things going on at all times, Patreon is one of them and I regret not putting more time into the people that support me through here. I'd just like to say that your support is APPRECIATED even if I don't mention it all the time.
I would like to write an appreciation post for you guys or mention it in more videos. Anyways, my gameplan to quit nicotine and drink less is to replace time at my computer and do "life stuff" like working out everyday, walking coco, visiting friends and family, fixing my house, buying a new house, etc.
I've also considered doing Workout Streams on Twitch, but I'll need to figure out the logistics of that.
I feel like nicotine especially (vaping for me) really fucks with my brain and ability to focus and work. Evident by my lack of consistency interacting on Patreon. I do like to check in when I can so thank you for your patience and understanding.
After these next 3-4 videos are posted, I should have more details about the time frame I'll be away from work on and make sure discord, patreon, etc can run for a week or two without me.
So that's just a brief update on all that life stuff. I appreciate all of you and your support over the years. I have such an awesome community and circle of friends that I am very proud of. It'll be nice to work on Kelly Van Achte instead of The Act Man all the time.
Comments
Mr.Someone
i saw a clip of the comedian nikki glaser on the joe rogan show talking about how she quit drinking by reading a book. she also quit smoking after reading another book by the same author, allen carr. the clip is only 8 minutes. worth a watch.
billmaru toychanics
My wife and I quit smoking years ago after we had quit...years before that. Luckily it stuck the second time. I hit three years sober from alcohol in March of 2022. I let it run my life for a short period and it came close to ending it. It's an odd social stigma that you have to join in drinking with others. It is the best decision I have ever made in my entire life next to asking Christine to marry me. Anyways you got this. There is support all around you.
Levi VonMarx
Bro. I can't tell you how difficult it was for me to quit drinking as much as well as vaping. The urge was mind numbing. I never understood addiction as well till I gave up both those things. The moment you take a step toward your car or outside to grab whatever, beer or vape, think about all of us and us cheering you to come back inside and down a single sit up or whatever. I know it isn't as easy as that sounds but know we are here for you.
Michael Dumaine
Wishing you all the best, do you have any more martial arts videos to post while you're away?
EpilepticGoth
Act Man, I haven't been smoking or drinking for a while. But then the death of a family member happened, then I got drunk and was smoking heavy the night I was told about it and wasn't doing photography for the rest of the month. But when I finally moved on, I rarely smoke now. I pretty much smoke when I'm just very angry or celebrating something and just drink when I'm at a bar or party. Hope you succeed in what you're wanting to fight mentally. I've had to take breaks from photography, so that's understandable that you have to take a break. -Epileptic Dragon
Hyexa
That's solid thinking and I'm very happy for you. Your physical shape is also amazing, I should take notes. I'm trying to work out more too recently, but the cigarettes got me hooked pretty hard and I don't think I'm gonna quit anytime soon, which is funny, because I know it's dumb.
William Bunstock
You deserve a break bud take as much time as you need. Working on yourself takes priority over everything else. If you do workout streams let us know. My fatass needs fitness instructor actman to get back into shape.
Leon Sp
hello act man. cheer up! I will just randomly forward you to ECKHART TOLLE. he has really useful stuff for calming down. He has tons of free videos on youtube plus a great book THE POWER OF NOW. greetings from germany
ljpatty97
take all the time you need man. I'm glad that you are letting us know and not leaving us in the dark, and I hope that you can get everything sorted out. good luck with everything, take your time, and as you mentioned in your post on YouTube, we will make sure to call you out on vaping and drinking when in VC on discord or on stream!
Minimany1000
Hey man just know that we all care about you and wish you the best. You're doing good buddy just keep on keepin' on
EpilepticGoth
As a volunteer counselor, it's good to know that you're helping yourself. I myself drink and smoke. But it's good that you're quitting nicotine and alcohol.
casvanom
Hey AM, you've mentioned having ADHD in your videos. I've only recently been diagnosed a year ago. I too struggled with overwhelm and needing to 'shut off' at the end of the day and turning to alcohol to do that. But when i started meds (dexamphetamine (dexedrine/adderall)) I noticed it got a lot easier to moderate. More than anything else, this has been the greatest benefit to me since starting meds. IDK if you take them or not or if you're willing to consider it, i just thought I might share what i found to work for me.
Swaggy_T
As a man who once struggled with a very severe porn addiction, I wish you the best luck with your addiction battle-plan. If you ever need verbal assistance, please feel free to reach out to me. I’m proud to be an Act Man Patreon giver.
Dr. Touchdown
God speed and good luck man.
TheGamingFan 2
100% understandable and deserved. Take as much time as you want. We support your mission to better yourself!
Dan Frank
Yeah man definitely take the time you need. Your content helps with my own anxiety by giving me much needed distraction through your humor and insight. Thanks Kelly aka Acting Male man. Take care and good luck with your recovery.
Really Good Gaming
Thanks for the update Act Man, you know we got your back and are here to not only support you but bully you into achieving your goals. C’mon Act Man! You can do it you Karate chop lovin’ boi
Brad pittman
Good for you act man. We all need to take care of ourselves first and foremost. Mad respect for being honest with yourself. I myself find that the hardest part of overcoming addiction is to admit to myself I have a problem.
TheRedheadWithThread
I'm just here to give you my money 😂 Do what you need to do to take care of yourself.
