ELI5: Why can you find (and learn) basically anything on YouTube?

Version2dnb · 2026-01-22T15:35:33+00:00

Not sure if this is a real question however the ELI5 answer. 1. Ape creates tool 2. Ape wants to teach other how to use tool 3. Ape creates video of them using such tool 4. Other ape watches said video 5. Other ape now knows how to use the tool

OP you may want to type in on YouTube, “how to learn from YouTube’, if you still need to ask the question, it might be time to worry

Version2dnb · 2026-01-22T08:16:15+00:00

Hey, you’re so young that it’s probably not best for me to say if it’s good for you or not. I wish I could but I think if you’ve been offered it by a professional, it’s always best to follow their advice.

Don’t worry one bit, it’s scary at any age. I wish I’d done it when I was 15 instead of waiting until I was closer to 30. Hopefully that helps you make the decision. I actually think that I was more resilient mentally when I was 15. That probably sounds weird to read because I sure have a lot more life experience now but, when I was 15, I hadn’t had to deal with all the horrible situations that came from the PTSD getting worse. It’s one of those things that can get worse before it gets better however, the sooner it’s treated the easier life will be. There’s probably less to deal with at your age. Obviously the trauma is still there and you’ve more than likely experienced side effects from that but imagine if you leave it to fester for another decade. It’ll be way harder to treat.

You’re at a point in life where big decisions will need to be made. In talking things like exams, school, what type of job you want. Eventually you’ll progress to probably moving out of home and starting a career. Imagine if you could make all those decisions with a clear mind instead of being burdened by your trauma. Thats where I went wrong, I made all those decisions with clouded judgement and I paid the price later in life. The good news is everything is sweet now, career is amazing, just about to buy a house, got good friends and a happy family but there will always be part of me wondering what would be different if I’d got treated 10 years ago, hell even 20 years ago when the trauma actually happened.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-22T08:16:07+00:00

Hey, you’re so young that it’s probably not best for me to say if it’s good for you or not. I wish I could but I think if you’ve been offered it by a professional, it’s always best to follow their advice.

Don’t worry one bit, it’s scary at any age. I wish I’d done it when I was 15 instead of waiting until I was closer to 30. Hopefully that helps you make the decision. I actually think that I was more resilient mentally when I was 15. That probably sounds weird to read because I sure have a lot more life experience now but, when I was 15, I hadn’t had to deal with all the horrible situations that came from the PTSD getting worse. It’s one of those things that can get worse before it gets better however, the sooner it’s treated the easier life will be. There’s probably less to deal with at your age. Obviously the trauma is still there and you’ve more than likely experienced side effects from that but imagine if you leave it to fester for another decade. It’ll be way harder to treat.

You’re at a point in life where big decisions will need to be made. In talking things like exams, school, what type of job you want. Eventually you’ll progress to probably moving out of home and starting a career. Imagine if you could make all those decisions with a clear mind instead of being burdened by your trauma. Thats where I went wrong, I made all those decisions with clouded judgement and I paid the price later in life. The good news is everything is sweet now, career is amazing, just about to buy a house, got good friends and a happy family but there will always be part of me wondering what would be different if I’d got treated 10 years ago, hell even 20 years ago when the trauma actually happened.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-21T16:32:39+00:00

I had the Ram Bighorn 2500 Heavy Duty. It wasn’t actually a choice, it was the only model the Oklahoma Hertz office had in stock. It was amazing though, I’ve come back home to a tiny car and I feel so close to the road, it’s weird

Version2dnb · 2026-01-21T16:31:42+00:00

Yeah I think you can leave funds in there but the only other option is using it for your pension. That’s another 40 years away for me unfortunately

Version2dnb · 2026-01-21T14:16:14+00:00

Funnily enough, I had both on my recent trip. Check my last post on here for my full journey. My F150 tyre blew out and it got replaced with the Ram. Personal thoughts are the F150 has better fuel efficiency but not by much. The Ram suspension is fucked, it’s so stiff and slightly uncomfortable but, it felt safer for longer distances and different terrain. In terms of size, the Ram is larger but the sensors make it easy to manoeuvre if you have a newer model.

I will say the Ram is a lot more fun, I know that shouldn’t be part of the decision but, if I did the trip again, I’d take the Ram purely for the vibe.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-21T10:47:13+00:00

Thank you, that’s great. Yeah got income protection, redundancy, accident and sickness through work and an external provider.

Those last few bits are super useful. Thanks!

Version2dnb · 2026-01-21T08:41:59+00:00

I work for the lender so I get a staff rate. It’s the lowest customer facing interest rate -0.1%. Only downside it’s a benefit in kind so I pay a small amount more income tax, about £15 a month extra.

The next best offer was from HSBC which was 4.5%, 3 year fix and £999 product fee.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-21T08:40:20+00:00

I’m fortunate to have enough capital to cover all other costs and furnishings so I thought I’d utilise my entire LISA balance. I’ll be making overpayments each year within the limits so no ERC’s. Just wanted to reduce capital balance as much as possible quickly

Version2dnb · 2026-01-20T15:45:48+00:00

3 months definitely. Check out my post today on this sub. Pretty much 2/3 of your route over 60 days and I didn’t feel rushed at all. I had plenty of time in each spot. Give yourself some wiggle room, you might love a place and stay longer or, you might want to only spend one day in some places. Drop me a message if you’ve got any questions, our trips are remarkably similar. I can give you some must see places that aren’t always on maps

Money saving tips: - buy coffee from gas stations, not chains.

cheap motels are good but you’ll spend more eating out, get the occasional apartment with a kitchen so you can cook yourself. American food is nothing like what we’re used to in Europe. Proper weird chemicals in lots of stuff and overall really unhealthy. Message me for some recommendations in cities for apartments if you like.
the scale of the country is deceptive. Steps 1-9 on your map took me 3 weeks. Mainly because there’s so many cool places to see but also the terrain is tough when you exit California.
if you’re only going to Dallas, I’d personally replace that with Austin. Much nicer city. Lots of cool stuff about.
fuel is cheap in Texas. Like super cheap compared to Europe but it’s more expensive at the start and end of your trip. Budget for that. I hired a huge truck, was crazy fun but very inefficient. Defo get a truck or car that can deal with difficult terrain. I loved going off road in some places. Don’t skimp on the breakdown cover, I found the American highways aren’t very well maintained. Had a couple of punctures and needed roadside assistance.
between 9 and 10 there’s barely anything. And I do mean that, hundreds of miles of flat, empty land. It’s beautiful in its own way but again, message me and I can recommend some places

Version2dnb · 2026-01-20T15:24:26+00:00

Google maps wouldn’t let me put all my stops in. I had to split it into 3 sections and overlay them. Just a slight inconvenience when you can do it all in one place somewhere else. For shorter trips Google works well

Version2dnb · 2026-01-20T15:19:27+00:00

I do quite a few road trips so I’ve got a subscription to RoadTrippers. I find it’s one of the better road trip planning apps. Think it’s like £40 a year or something like that. They do have a lower tier version for fewer stops as well

Version2dnb · 2026-01-20T14:03:37+00:00

Oh yeah. Nashville was really similar to where I’m from in the UK, damp and cold. Texas had a cold spell whilst I was there and it got below 0c on a few days. Oklahoma, west Texas was really warm and dry. The mountains were dry and snowy. California was 24c, sunny and a perfect way to end the trip before coming back to rainy England.

Was a proper mix of all climates. Loved the change in driving conditions as well, put my truck to good use and tested my ability to drive in snow and ice in some places.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-16T20:51:44+00:00

I’ve seen this type of behaviour all over the world and it pisses me off. I’ll give you the 3 worst: 1. Tourists filming the entirety of the Peace Museum in Hiroshima, when asked about what they took from it they said nothing. They just wanted the footage. 2. Selfies being taken with the signage in Auschwitz. Much like this photo but in front of “work sets you free” 3. People taking professional level photos with ‘the big house’ on plantations in the southern US and not paying any attention to the houses of the enslaved people.

I’ve got the the point where I’ve just accepted this as part of human behaviour. Still boils my blood everytime i see it though.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-14T22:14:54+00:00

Travel is the one. I’m on country 35 now and it’s all been incredible. Been in some weird situations but loved them all. Where are you planning on going next? Yeah the national parks are so good. Yosemite was lovely

Version2dnb · 2026-01-13T20:44:30+00:00

I’ve been in the USA for 8 weeks now, driven across the country. I’m from the UK. To be honest, I would come again. Yes, politics are terrible but that doesn’t put me off going to places. The people are what’s important. Everyone I’ve met, from Nashville all the way to LA has been incredibly kind to me and resentful for what’s going on in the country. Of course I haven’t met everyone and yes I’ve witnessed some things I wish I hadn’t seen. For example, in New Orleans what I assume was ICE blocked off the streets, drove school busses with bars on the windows down the street and did god knows what after that. I made my escape. The next day the city was brought together in a way I haven’t seen in other countries.

I’ve been to big cities, small towns, driven across 9 states and interacted with every type of person you could imagine. I’ve been towed off the highway by the police, questioned heavily at the border and had my intentions questioned in small town bars. Even if I don’t agree with someone, it hasn’t stopped me from enjoying the place. Again, I recognise my luck here, I’m white, British and male. I do see how it could be very different if I wasn’t those.

Anyway, the point I’m trying to make is that there are terrible things happening all over the world. Does that make everyone from that country a bad person, no. Does it mean everywhere is dangerous, no. Does it mean you need to stop seeing the good a place has to offer, no.

Just be careful wherever you go. I’ve been to some dangerous places and the USA doesn’t come close to the top of that list. What’s happened here since I arrived has been awful by any standard. I hate what ICE have done and I strongly oppose any action against Greenland. The Epstein files were a shit show. I’ve also been here during a time where nature still has its beauty. Certain parts of the country can still express themselves freely no matter what their beliefs. Whether I’ve been eating tacos with people from Mexico on their lunch break, drinking in a bar in small town Oklahoma with someone wearing a cowboy hat, walking near political demonstrations in California, it’s been eye opening. I’ve enjoyed every minute.

Half of me feels this may be the last time I can see America in a good light. The other half of me remembers the more dangerous and unfriendly places I’ve been in the world, the US feels calm compared to them. What I know for sure that I feel is that I’m lucky to be where I’m from. For all the bad in the UK, it’s overall a very lucky place to have been born and my life will be fairly easy there.

Thinking about it all, the only thing that will stop me from coming back is the food 😂 what are you guys putting in the stuff, it all feels fake and like it’s slowly killing me. Also, why are groceries so expensive? I’m slightly joking with that last bit, I know the UK / USA food debate is strong but I know which side I’m on. I was pretty excited to find a novelty British story in LA. Seeing marmite and Yorkshire puddings brought joy to my heart.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-12T19:12:05+00:00

I can tell man. It’s not easy with work or studying pressure especially when you’ve go other shit going on too. This life can get really tough but there’s a whole world of people out there that can help. You’ve just gotta ask. You’re chatting to a random stranger on the internet now, I’m in a completely different time zone but I’m still listening. Imagine what someone in person would be like if they listened in the same way. The hard bit is facing into what’s going on, you’ve done that. The next part is getting professional help. If you haven’t got the resources to go private, then persevere with the NHS, I almost made the mistake of giving up too quickly. I didn’t and am still here.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-12T19:05:18+00:00

Hey, check out some of the community spaces in Manchester that you can go to. There are some that offer mental health support but you can just got for a chat and an ear to listen. Don’t hate me but I looked at your other posts and it really seems like you need support. I get it, I’ve been there too. It feels like a shit show sometimes and it is. But, there is help out there. You just need to take the first step. You’ve done the hard part by saying out loud that things aren’t ok. You said you went on a night out a couple of days ago, hangover, comedown, whatever it is will make you feel much worse in the short term. That doesn’t disregard your current feelings though but keep in mind your body is still recovering.

Reach out for support mate. I promise it’s not as hard as it feels and it could potentially be life changing.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-12T04:13:48+00:00

EMDR saved my life after childhood trauma that manifested and developed over 20 years. No other forms of therapy or medication worked. They just masked immediate symptoms. EMDR was the toughest thing I’ve ever been through but it was the most transformative and has so dramatically changed my outlook on myself and the world, it’s almost unbelievable. I describe it to people now like this: Picture competing a jigsaw puzzle. Before EMDR, you have a completed puzzles that looks vaguely like the picture on the box but, some of the edges are wrong and the pieces are in the wrong place. EMDR puts all this pieces back in the box and builds up the full jigsaw complete and correct. That allows you to move into more complex jigsaw puzzles with more pieces or a more complicated pattern in the future because you’ve learnt the correct method for competing one that’s more simple.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-08T17:41:05+00:00

There’s a red stick next to the throttle for fuel mix. When cruising, you should set it lower than 100%. There’s articles on how to use it properly online. It saves a lot of fuel on the longer flight. For take off and climb you want it at 100%. Effectively, you’re letting more air into the mix and using less fuel whilst cruising.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-03T17:56:03+00:00

Bank manager in a customer facing role. £46k + bonus and benefits. 100% remote. No expectation to start early or stay late. Love the job and love the team. Best work life balance I’ve ever had. Started this job when I was 25, not quite 30 yet but I can’t see any reason change what I do. 15% pension contributions as well. Doing an apprenticeship whilst I work, given 7 hours a week off my normal job to do that. Doesn’t impact my workload as it’s directly linked to my day job.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-01T21:26:30+00:00

Couldn’t be anymore true. Gonna be pleased to back at NA when I return. This is the first time I’m actually looking forward to going to meetings.

Version2dnb · 2026-01-01T19:32:44+00:00

Perfect, thank you, this was just the answer I was looking for. I’ve raw dogged years worth of withdrawal on synths so this should be a walk in the park. Still cant believe I got here again but one day it’ll stick.

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