GRAVEMIND

Another video that's gone forever now. Mail came in just a couple of hours ago.
My friends... just in case I don't get the opportunity again:
It has been an honor to serve you.
Maybe the greatest honor I was allowed to receive in this life.
I will still upload the new video here, but I guess it'll be flagged in no time as well.
If this channel goes down in the meantime, you know where to find me.
The archive is coming.
Featuring everything.
Patreon will guide the way (even without joining the squad).
I'll see you around.
Take care.

Stay the course, out there.

6 days ago | [YT] | 751

GRAVEMIND

Don't you worry, I'm not going anywhere.


But things are about to change.



I've already announced this on Patreon:
To be able to continue producing the content the way it's supposed to be means accepting the risk of getting banned permanently from YT in the process.



This next video will be an explanation in itself, as it unites all of the aspects these videos carry. Catharsis.
It'll be flagged. It'll be demonized as something it isn't (like promoting ending one's life—I still don't get how people can misinterpret these videos in such an abstract way). It may even cause a strike for the channel, and it might cause the end of another channel yet again (been there, done that).

In fact the Gravemind channel is currently facing another strike, as it was flagged as 'promoting harmful behaviour'. If this is what people see in these videos, I don't know if this platform does make any sense at all. It wasn't always like this. But now... it feels like fighting for a lost cause.

But, then again... it may find the right ears at the right time—to bring forth light in a moment of desperation and loneliness.




If you're in the position to do so, be that light for someone. It's getting dark out here.



In case this channel vanishes (or Gravemind, for that matter), there's already an archive waiting on another streaming portal (you might have never heard of). If anything happens, there will be a public announcement on Patreon with a link guiding you to the archive.


This way, you'll be able to access it at any time. Without becoming a member or supporting this project. No strings attached. I'm not done with it yet, but once the new video is finished, the archive will be live as well.



The new video is set to be released on Patreon, the archive, Gravemind, and ihopeyoulive. Give me some time though, this one's demanding quite the effort.



That's it. That's all there is to say right now.





Stay the course, everybody.

1 week ago | [YT] | 991

GRAVEMIND

It's about time...



What has never been possible with Gravemind is now possible through IHYL ‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬ .



Starting next week, IHYL will be available on all major streaming platforms, such as:
Spotify, apple musis/iTunes, deezer, amazon music and everywhere else.



BUT: There will be changes in regard to the original versions (music).



However, these files receive a new mix and mastering, in order to make them sound as good as possible.
Please be patient and give me some time to adjust to this new task (won't be perfect straight from the start).



I'll keep you posted when the first track goes online and the profiles are set up as well.



Stay the course, everybody. YOU got this.



xGrave




P.S. new video is almost done as well (on ‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬ )!



P.P.S. I know that there are many who wish for the return of Gravemind. I cannot say what'll happen to Gravemind, yet. I can only say this: The only constant is change. And sometimes... you just have to break the pattern. Yes, if I feel like there's something additional to say, I will get back at it and release a video through Gravemind. Until then, my focus is on ‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬ as I won't face as many restrictions as I did for the past decade with Massive/Gravemind (i could speak for weeks about these issues, but it's better to let things rest, grow and adjust, to be able to move one and do constructive work instead of destructive talk). I hope you understand this decision.
And no matter where you are... STAY THE COURSE.
xGrave

7 months ago | [YT] | 376

GRAVEMIND

In case you wondered, a new channel is rising: ‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬
It was created in december 2024
Two new videos are already online and a third video is in the making.

A lot of messages reached me regarding the state of Gravemind.
Basically... I HOPE YOU LIVE = GRAVEMIND.
But... it's different.
I've been doing this for a long time and I really needed to finally break the pattern.
There willl be less videos, but the quality will be superior.
The content is mixed media, so less anime.
It resembles the old Catharsis style tapes.
This new endeavour demands more of me than Gravemind ever did,
but the passion returned.
And being backed by the amazing brotherhood of supporters,
the awesome artists being featured within the videos and the community as a whole,
I'm really looking forward to this!

But... better see it for yourself.

Regarding the question if there will be new uploads here on this channel (Gravemind) as well:
I don't know yet. Maybe in time. But for now, I'll let it rest as an archive.

Stay the course, my friends.
But break the pattern, whenever it's necessary.
I hope you live.

8 months ago | [YT] | 349

GRAVEMIND

New video is done
and this one took a lot of work.
It'll be released on Patreon this week.
It will hit rumble and YouTube as well, of course, just not right away, because I've to figure a few things out.
If it's still not online next thursday, have a look at ‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬
Chances are that this might become the next step, a new port to arrive at when you need to be reminded of your own strength and power.
Stay the course, everybody. YOU got this.

---
Thanks to everybody who's ever supported this channel in any way. Your messages during the last weeks moved me to a point where I didn't know I could go. If it wasn't for your words and support I would've finally given up this time.
Been working on this project for ten years now and the only reason this was possible at all was your support, so... I owe you another round. Once more into the fray.
---

Wherever you're in life, I hope you live.

10 months ago | [YT] | 624

GRAVEMIND

‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬
Coming soon.

I will create a huge post on Patreon this week, regarding Gravemind, this channel, rumble, YT, the last couple of months and everything new, because a lot has happened and YT does its thing again.

I will give a short statement on top, what this ‪@IHOPEYOULIVE‬ channel is all about.

Tiny spoiler: It'll start this week and it'll be solely focused on shorts, at least for the moment.

Stay the course, everybody.
YOU got this.

11 months ago | [YT] | 273

GRAVEMIND

I'm working on the next video and a small quote being featured in it send shivers down my spine, just a few minutes ago. I want to share this one with you today.

'The world does not do it to us.
We do it to ourselves.'

Pretty simple, yet powerful.

It's still Nathaniel Branden's 'Six Pillars Of Self Esteem'. I read this book years ago, but reading it for a 2nd time, I feel like different passages stick with me. Always worth reading a book twice with a decade in between. Thought the same when I read 'The Lord Of The Rings' a few months ago and found a new favorite quote from that book as well. But I'll share that one another day.

Stay the course, my friend.
I know YOU got this.

P.S. Next week's video has some crucial insights. At least for me, those are worthy of countless repetitions.

1 year ago | [YT] | 678

GRAVEMIND

Comic & manga enthusiast?

Before we dive into a new video tomorrow, something different for today.

There's a new channel around the corner, which will launch within the next weeks
and I wanted to invite everybody who's into comic books and manga to check it out,
subscribe if you do enjoy the content and discuss in the comments about the series and what they mean to you.

Channel: Cosmic Comic Corner ‪@cosmiccomiccorner‬

This has basically nothing to do with Gravemind and won't be mentioned within the videos.
But I felt this urge for awhile now, to create something like this.
I love fictional stories.
Always have. Always will.
Fictional stories have a role to play in our lives.
Always have. Always will.

It's focused on comic books & manga, BUT
there will also be videos focused on several (related) topics.
There's no video online yet, but the first few videos are already finished
and will be uploaded soon.

I would love to read your opinions on the featured series over there.

So, long story short: If you're interested, check it out.

If not, no hard feelings... NEW GM video tomorrow!

--- >And this one
will pave the road
to a higher level of
self esteem. <---

Stay the course, everybody.

See you tomorrow.

1 year ago | [YT] | 306

GRAVEMIND

Sometimes I can't even cope with your comments. I'm so humbled by your words that I just sit here and simply exist for a few moments, thinking about what you shared with me. I'm overwhelmed by it, to be honest. And I... I feel like I'm undeserving of this praise.
A topic the next video will discuss as well. Self worth, you know.

But... anyway... I really just wanted to say thank you. Thank you everybody who's ever written to me - about your successes, struggles, losses and comebacks.
If these videos played a tiny part in helping you make a realization or remind you of what you already knew deep down inside, I succeeded at what I wanted to achieve.
Even if it was just entertainment for your cardio session, it means something.

Words can make a difference,
so use them wisely out there.
Know that YOUR words might've encouraged me on my own journey, so please...
never stop sharing your thoughts with the world. You might safe some strugglers out there.

See you thursday, everybody.
Stay the course.

1 year ago | [YT] | 1,613

GRAVEMIND

Regarding 'THAT' sign.

I received countless comments asking why that sign is being implemented in the videos now and I already put out a statement on Patreon and answered a lot of comments directly. So... here we go again, I guess.

First of all: This is NOT a witch sign.
In fact it doesn't even come close to one, at least in my book.
Though I might have a vague notion where this comes from and I realize that pop cultural movies and media in general mixed these things up quite a bit in recent time and might make you think something like that.

This symbol is basically a rune I put some though into for awhile.
I call it gravemind rune but you can call it whatever you like - and you can see in it whatever you like.
I regard it as a symbol of hope. A sign of protection and a compass providing YOU with direction (which may differ for everyone, of course).

- The basic runes in the middle symbolize a G & M rune - obviously GraveMind.
And this does not focus on the channel's name only (of course, it reflects it) but it's also about the word itself and it's meaning (which again may differ for each and every single one of you/us).

- Yes, there's the brand of sacrifice from Berserk at the top, because that manga means a lot to me. It came at the right time of my life and taught me a lot about myself... or... even more made me understand a lot about myself. I won't touch details too much but I suppose that everyone who's read the manga might relate quite a bit to the struggles and hardships Guts has to endure during his journey.

- Obviously there's a compass implemented within this sign as well - to be able to find one's own way/direction.

- There are runes for STC being embedded as well - reflecting 'STAY THE COURSE'.
It's not only a quote on this channel, but also something that works well with a compass...
On top of that there are planets on the outside, which adds to its context even more,
just like the core itself and circles bringing in a slight touch of astrology.

- To those being aware of old language/scriptures/runes, it's obvious that there's a futhorc rune called 'Ingwaz', 'Inguz', which basically ressembles 'fertility' and symbolizes a man and a woman and a safe space between the two of them. This one's harder to explain - and yet again, might differ for everyone of you.
What it means to me is that man and woman, both find their safe space within themselves while at the same time being able to find it in one another IF they align their compasses according to their goals.
At the same time (rune is at the bottom), it symbolizes how thought provides you with fertility in all aspects of life - pretty much a basic principle (bottom - earth - fertility).
The right thoughts in your mind, guided by YOUR compass, will unevitably provide fertility - no matter the direction. Or as others have put it before: 'Thoughts become things' or even 'You reap what you sow' - both, men and women. And the duality those two symbolize in all things.

- There's also an arrow at the top, above the brand of sacrifice which reflects the direction one should head towards when in doubt - which is basically up, because... when you think about it, we're all getting back up at first when we fell down. So, 'up' is always the first thought. On top of that I want to put some lyrics I once heard in a song: 'When you're born in the dirt the only way to grow is up.' Something like that.

Ultimately I want you to realize that this symbol could mean something entirely different for you.
I don't believe in 'one fits all'. I believe in individuality.

But to break it down simply, it could just mean this:
'Get back up.
Follow your heart, against all odds within this universe
and stay the course.'
It may be seen as a rune of protection as it is meant that way.


I hope that this clarifies what this sign means.


Like I said in the beginning, I put a lot of thought into it
and I was happy enough to have an artist friend who put this to life for me,
exactly as I envisioned it. Thank you, again! 🙏

Yours truly.

1 year ago | [YT] | 570