Entertainment Channel Mental Health... Entertainment and Comedy?

[DaveBirnie]

User name: DaveBirnie
Title of introduction: Mental Health... Entertainment and Comedy?
Your name/ Alias: Dave Birnie
Where are you from? Ontario Canada
How did you find TubeBuddy? YouTube, not sure what Tuber.
What made you join the TubeBuddy forums? Looking to speak with like-minded individuals so I can learn and grow.
What would you like to accomplish with your channel: The ever daunting ... Partnership Program... ahh... the (mini) dream
How frequently do you upload? Daily so far
What are your hobbies? Blacksmithing, sports (all) but I'm Canadian so Hockey eh, learning, software development, reading... I am kinda a loser I think.
What is your biggest dream? I'd like to be a full time YouTuber and receive that Golden Play button.
YouTube Channel Link: www.youtube.com/@TheTherapyLab

 

[DaveBirnie]

I wanted to write more for the post, but here it is about my channel. I am trying to break the common negative thinking around mental health. As of late we have done great strides getting rid of some of the stigma surrounding it, however, I feel that even if you search on YouTube now for educating content it's only delivered in a therapy office as clinical education. My goal is not to only offer it in a more unique way, but entertaining enough that people would want to watch it even if they are not struggling with mental health issues themselves.

 

[stefantepper]

Mental health finds an unexpected ally in entertainment and comedy. Through relatable content, comedians like Baylen Levine skillfully address challenges, fostering empathy and dialogue. Their humor becomes a bridge, offering solace and breaking stigmas surrounding mental health. Baylen Levine Merch comedic approach resonates, promoting open conversations that remind us that laughter can be a powerful tool in the journey towards mental well-being.

 

[jawadsoomro]

Hey Dave. Welcome to this community forum. You will surely reach that daunting monetization goal very soon. You gotta be passionate about it and never every give up. All the best.

 

[ClaraSais]

Wow, IΓÇÖve just subbed! I suffer with anxiety and depression and this is a great channel! Keep going!

 

[DreadNarratives]

Hi Dave, welcome to the TubeBuddy forums! It's great to have you here. Your channel sounds really interesting - providing entertaining mental health education is such an important goal. Breaking down stigma is so needed. Wishing you the best with growing your channel and community!

 

[MattWCDC]

Hello Dave, just subscribed too! I have been a long term advocate for mental health awareness too, and I believe comedy is a massive tool to help. I am incorperating comedy into my videos where I can, and have long wanted to put more focus into helping people with mental health issues. In 2019 I even set a world record to raise money and awareness. Keep it up!

 

[Blissful Connections]

User name: DaveBirnie
Title of introduction: Mental Health... Entertainment and Comedy?
Your name/ Alias: Dave Birnie
Where are you from? Ontario Canada
How did you find TubeBuddy? YouTube, not sure what Tuber.
What made you join the TubeBuddy forums? Looking to speak with like-minded individuals so I can learn and grow.
What would you like to accomplish with your channel: The ever daunting ... Partnership Program... ahh... the (mini) dream
How frequently do you upload? Daily so far
What are your hobbies? Blacksmithing, sports (all) but I'm Canadian so Hockey eh, learning, software development, reading... I am kinda a loser I think.
What is your biggest dream? I'd like to be a full time YouTuber and receive that Golden Play button.
YouTube Channel Link: www.youtube.com/@TheTherapyLab

Hi! I am sure you will reach your goal of becoming a full time content creator in due time. Best wishes!

 

[Juninater]

Mental health education doesn't have to be all serious and clinical, right? Injecting some humor and entertainment into it can actually make it more accessible and relatable for a lot of folks. Your channel sounds like it's carving out a unique space in this conversation, and I'm all for it! I think mixing education with entertainment is a brilliant approach. And speaking of mental health resources, have you guys heard about the National Rehab Hotline at https://nationalrehabhotline.org/? I stumbled upon it recently, and it seems like a good resource for anyone who needs a helping hand.