An update regarding the Roomie Clips channel
Added 2024-01-03 18:03:14 +0000 UTC
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I definitely agree with Discord being the best for community. People find things they love on the internet but then joining that particular community's Discord is where you can really connect with other fans. As a content creator with my own channel, I feel this a lot. It's amazing how you can become friends with people all over the world through this means. I also made a lot of friends on Smule as silly as that might sound. I do love being able to sing together with other people who enjoy the same songs as I do, etc. I would love to see you using your Smule again. ;)
SpyroShurtagul
2024-02-19 01:25:28 +0000 UTCYou have such a heart of gold <3 Thanks for using your influence for a greater good, Joel
SpyroShurtagul
2024-02-19 01:19:13 +0000 UTCI am so thankful that you're doing something about this. Both for yourself and the community. It's tragic seeing so many people literally losing themselves due to loneliness. I just think you know, don't pour everything into online socials, physical contact is kind of crucial for one's well being, imho.
Mona
2024-01-05 03:15:14 +0000 UTCThere are 10 jackbox packs now. We played some of them irl on new years eve with my husband's friends who play that quite often online as well π
Annelies
2024-01-04 14:23:52 +0000 UTCThank you for sharing some of your journey. It really resonated with me! I have moved many times in my life which has resulted in having few (maybe no) close friends who know me well. I appreciate your honesty. it makes me feel less alone especially when you acknowledge itβs tough and donβt suggest you have all the answers. Many of us have complex lives and no one thing works for everyone. I am glad you have opened up this conversation, thank you
Shiny
2024-01-04 10:49:04 +0000 UTCI can understand the aspect of needing something outside work and family. I recently have started a leave of absence from work due to mentally burning out (in general, not just from work). My coworkers are like a second family to me and it's been hard not seeing them and not seeing all the dogs I've grown extremely close to. They're very supportive of me and it only makes my love for them even stronger. However, outside of work and family, my friend circle is very small. I don't always get to connect with them like I'd really like to. Two of my best friends I met online and they've stuck with me and been absolutely amazing for way longer than almost any friend I've met in person first. They mean the world to me. So, I think this is an incredible idea and the only way I can think of to get things rolling is by doing random questions. We do a type of 'would you rather' game at work and it is really fun and has made us very close. My vote is for that type of thing. It gets a conversation going and connects similarities. Obviously, it could lead to arguments, but I'd hope everyone could understand its just for fun and not to be taken too seriously.
Melissa
2024-01-04 04:15:14 +0000 UTCJoel, in itself feeling lonely isn't a disorder. It's understandable with your incredible journey. When you did the daily videos, you were a hero. The isolation was bit into by your various attempts to humor many. Reaching out again to help so many, it really is a wonderful thing for you to do. I applaud you, and am grateful that this isn't really about you....it's about others. Thank you πβ€οΈβ€οΈ
Gayle
2024-01-04 01:35:51 +0000 UTCJoel thats why you are my fav Youtuber. It's mental health month and you're talking about this topic. Here in Brazil there are many recent suicid3 cases and this is worrying. Thank you for bringing these topics up. This just shows how big your heart is. And it makes me admire you more and more for the incredible human being you are. Even though you are on the other side of the world, know that you are not alone. And that we will always be here with you. π€π€
Jess Haggstron
2024-01-04 01:11:01 +0000 UTCI never made friends online so I canβt participate in that part of the conversation. Regarding the loneliness, I had a revelation about how lonely I was at some point in 2021 when I met a friend and she hugged me, and I almost teared up because it had been almost two years since I had anyone sort of physical contact with another person (the pandemic isolation, letting work take over every part of my life because it was the only certainty I had). I would like to say I took that revelation and changed things up, but I donβt think I did. I have very good friends that I get to see maybe 4-5 times a year, but starting with 2023 we decided that for each of our birthdays (weβre only 3) we would choose a location we would like to see for a weekend and book cheap plane tickets and a hotel room and just go. It has worked so far, and we created some fun memories. People in this community are so nice and funny that it helped me a bit to get over my anxiety of putting any info about me online, and I am proud to say I interacted a bit here after just watching others do it for so many years.
Adina
2024-01-03 22:01:45 +0000 UTCNewly labelled channel, new profile picture, new objectives! We're happy to see you motivated! My main exposure to online community is mostly through you and Jonas. And little bit from August too. However, I'll say the main denominator for everyone (I think) is really from you. Even before you decided to revamp your Roomie Clips channel now, you've already helped some of us get connected and made friends through your main channel, Twitch, Reddit, etc. You literally magnet people together. The pandemic made the loneliness epidemic worst and I understand why you feel the need to help more lonely hearts. Thank you for opening up on your struggles and for doing this. Big hugs to you. π My third space originate from shared interests such as a language class and hobbies group. The friends I made there eventually become my regular outings and travel buddies. We constantly share ideas to meet up during upcoming local events. So I think for anyone to make friends is to have a casual outlet to chat over shared interests and eventually meet up in real life. You've already set up various chatting outlets. Seems like the next step is to create opportunities for people to see each other. I'm a little concern if this creating opportunities aspect may eat up all your time and energy. I can only share my experiences. There's quite a number of activities I've no longer participate due to work commitments: Meetup.com Local event listings on Facebook (eg. volunteering, exhibitions, etc) Facebook local hobbies/interest group meetups Instagram (eg. I followed a travel and food based account. Husband & wife duo eventually create a website consisting of travel & food articles. And then they sub-categorised their platform for like-minded people to contribute ideas, tips, itineraries and build communities.) LINE chat group Live streams Language school (school introduced interest groups which allow members to use rooms/facilities in the building for activities eg. craft group, choir group, etc. Having a regular physical spot is helping to get everyone meet up at least weekly.) Neighbourhood outings arranged by volunteers. The volunteers are helping any lonely elderly or anyone living alone to make friends with fellow neighbours. There's a limit capacity of participants due to funds and resources and I applaud the volunteers for going the extra mile. You've already played a part to help connect people and also helping everyone to have the chance to participate, contribute and slowly find their friends. I hope this revamped channel will help ease any burnout you're feeling from the main channel. Just a small cosy corner for you to relax. You've already juggled a lot of work now so really, just remember to have enough proper rest. Till then, please take care~~π
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2024-01-03 20:43:13 +0000 UTCDo people still use jackbox style games online cause Iβd totally be down for that! π
Jen π¦
2024-01-03 20:00:20 +0000 UTCYea to game nights!
Alle Engdahl
2024-01-03 19:42:46 +0000 UTCOh Joel, I really feel you. What really makes me sad is that loneliness is such a thing for younger people - I mean, people so much younger than me. I myself am troubled with a certain kind of self-chosen loneliness. People around me start to become 'grumpy old individuals'. And I don't mean this as a joke. Seems like at one point people 50+ decide to become unsatisfied and cranky, complaining about the world. I strongly disagree with their opinions and as a consequence don't enjoy socialising with my 'friends' any more. Being a misfit, that's what makes me lonely.
Tinka
2024-01-03 19:32:01 +0000 UTCThanks so much for talking about this issue. I do have friendships at my job and also close friends that I have had from my childhood. But I do agree with you that it is much more difficult to meet people and start new friendships. I have found some communities on Twitch that I enjoy interacting with the people there. This community has been awesome also. Hope everyone has a great week!!π
Bookdragon 43
2024-01-03 19:22:03 +0000 UTCAppreciate you talking about this. Loneliness is far too common of a struggle sadly and itβs so important to have things like this, and people like you who are so caring, to help those who are having a hard time. Personally, Iβve only recently found my friend group and I just know Iβm so lucky to have people like my amazing friends in my life. And Iβm really, really thankful for this little cozy, slightly chaotic corner of the internet that we have. I donβt interact with the community nearly as much as I wish I would but I still just feel like Iβve made so many friends here and itβs really lovely. I really appreciate everyone here, and Joel especially for bringing us all together, so much <3 Love you guys β€οΈβ€οΈ
Rainbowz Grace
2024-01-03 18:52:28 +0000 UTCI've always struggled making new friends, but in the past year I kind of got sucked into a whole new group of people when I adopted a horse π₯΄π don't ask me how that happened, I didn't plan on it, but being at the stables almost every day forced me to connect to new people π and I even made a new, real friend among those horse girlies πππ also during the pandemic the animal crossing community saved me, I met so many wonderful people from all over the world through that game and some stuck around ππ so I'd say hobbies and onpine games? π That being said though, there's nothing wrong with enjoying time for yourself π being alone doesn't mean being lonely. Love you guys, thanks for creating a safe space for people to be comfortable enough to be vulnerable ππ
Nataliekey
2024-01-03 18:46:21 +0000 UTCThis. Is. Amazing Joel! ππ» Yet again, youβre putting yourself out there and pushing your personal boundaries to help others and, rest assured, weβre extremely grateful for that you absolute king π I know for me personally, being able to be myself in the group chat has really helped me start to come out of a really dark subconscious period of my life recently and not feel as lonely so Iβm super excited to see what could happen on a bigger scale and how many people are gonna feel lifted! π
Jen π¦
2024-01-03 18:46:20 +0000 UTCThis is a really interesting topic and I love that you've chosen to open up about it π I think loneliness is kinda subjective, like you say, you can be in a room full of people and feel lonely but you can just as easily be alone in a room but not feel lonely. Personally I think MH and how you view yourself has a huge part to play. It's taken me a very long time to realise I'd much rather be on my own than surrounded by the wrong people. You have created a wonderful community here already just by being you. I can't speak for everyone but I feel like we are all very much here for each other and that 10000% includes you! X
Hayley
2024-01-03 18:38:47 +0000 UTCI love you so much for talking about the loneliness epidemic. Itβs an amazing idea to make the clip channel community-focused. You are such a dear man.
Lisa Hontschik
2024-01-03 18:34:27 +0000 UTCSo glad youβre touching on this. Iβve been seeing so much of this lately and itβs so important to help people feel like theyβre less alone. No matter how youβre feeling and what your situation is, itβs always wonderful to have an outlet where people can bond over common interests.
Becky Lorion
2024-01-03 18:33:36 +0000 UTCI think that is actually very thoughtful of you to actually care and want to build a community ! I do feel pretty lonely myself too but I think like most of us lonely people I have learned to accept it and just deal with it, but it would be nice to have a community! I think many of us are a bit shy so this might be a good place to start. I donβt know what kind of content or what direction you would want to take but I can suggest maybe some activities to do together? like games or participating with you in some project ? As that is what we all have in common, You and your content βΊοΈ
Jureth
2024-01-03 18:32:42 +0000 UTCIβve found really nice friends across the world through both you and Jonas and Iβm so happy we all met online. Other people I met while gaming or at work and I agree Discord is an easy way to keep in touch. When I was younger I went to sports clubs (like skiing and aikido), music/band, concerts and other hobbies but I donβt really do that anymore. Iβve noticed I really enjoy game nights online so maybe that could be a thing? Looking forward to seeing where the second channel goes π
Elke
2024-01-03 18:29:34 +0000 UTCIβm not sure if I want any more friends. Iβm not good a maintaining friendship.
Stephanie Bruso
2024-01-03 18:27:24 +0000 UTCThis is so important. Even just hearing that other people are in the same boat is so validating, thank you β€οΈ i lost a lit of friends while having cancer treatment and at age 38 it is challenging to find those third spaces! X
Snoodle
2024-01-03 18:27:00 +0000 UTCI lost so many friends last year due to fights. I really only have one friend and itβs sad. Iβm very grateful that I have one friend in my life. Thank Joel for caring about this issue
Stephanie Bruso
2024-01-03 18:19:00 +0000 UTCYou have such a big heart Joel Please don't ever feel like you're lonely :, my messages are always open for you. Just know you're appreciated and loved. llove the idea of the Roomie Talks Chanel mutual interests & community is so important and I think it's so nice you want to bring more to people in this little community & make people feel less alone in the world
Elle Quinn
2024-01-03 18:18:47 +0000 UTC
