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hi all,

so. my channel was fully demonitized on Youtube. in and of itself, while that really sucks, that's not the end of the world. there's already always only been a portion of my content that I've ever felt comfortable trying to monetize anyway, given Youtube's ever-changing restrictions. that said, it definitely is a blow, and very anxiety-inducing; i've been in a bit of a scramble to figure out where everything's at with the channel, if anything else is at risk of going down, etc. long story short, it seems like we're okay, it just means i've been removed from the Partner Program rather than anything that will require more content to be taken off the channel like during the purge that happened back in 2022.

the early access for the april fooliverse video will hopefully drop this evening, with the release of everything else in the anthology bumped one day out. i'm sorry for the delay. i've just been scrambling ever since i got the news. it's another bump in the road, but we'll be okay, and we'll be back on track soon. thank you guys for your patience and your support. when shit hits the fan like this, it's a feeling of safety that i'm so incredibly grateful for, to know i have such an incredible audience even through the difficulties like this and those the channel has faced before. thank you all so so much for sticking with me. it means the world. see you soon.

-Erik

Comments

KYLE___

hope you figure it all out man, screw youtube🙄🫶

✨Starlight Angel Baaabe🩷

We love you and are here for you! Take the time you need to get it figured out. We'll be here!💖💖💖

veyra

Holy shitttt good luck amman

veyra

man*

Stellar Jay

YouTube is getting really regulation happy as of late it feels

Artist_L0ver

Take your time Erik! We understand and appreciate your work!🩷

Amandroid

YouTube has been on the warpath!

Das Trio

I’m so sorry this crap from YouTube keeps happening. We’re all here for u!!

Tenshi

Love you Erik! Take all the time you need 🫶🫶

flowi

That really sucks I’m sorry :/

The court jester

Take your time Erik, make sure to get to a place where youre comfortable again before feeling pressured to do everything "perfectly"

Katie McClintock

I’m so sorry you’re channel has been demonitized! I hate how restricted things have become over the past several years. Please know that your hard work and effort is appreciated and your videos bring comfort and entertainment to so many people. 💕

Multiduel

YouTube are going to be their own downfall with all these ridiculous restrictions Don’t worry about the schedule, just release content as and when you can and feel good enough to We will be waving little support flags from the sidelines 🏴‍☠️

TankWithTheAngst

YouTube has been demonetizing so many people lately! I hope you’re alright, we’re not going anywhere!

Georgia Morgan

oh no i’m so sorry! please take your time and, as always, we’re here for you

CloudySun

We love you and all your amazing work! We got your back 💕

Shana

Gotta love YouTube and their ever-changing policies. I'm sorry to hear that it is effecting you too, and I hope our continued support on here continues to be of help

DeeDee24

UBTUB is a pain sometimes! But stay strong, you know you got us here and we're gonna wait until you're ready and you're okay again, which you will be!! 🖤 sending positive vibes your way!

Serene

Oh no, that sucks:(( we’re here for you! <3

Mai

I’m so sorry Erik I hope everything’s okay and please make sure to take care of yourself! Don’t worry to much about us your so strong and we are so proud of you!

TaraD

The fuck?! 🤬. So sorry you have to deal with this shit Erik. Your work definitely speaks for itself in your many many patreons. Stupid Puritanical rules.

L Mckenzie

I'm sorry Erik, how disheartening! Glad you have Patron revenue to support you. Your content is life saving 💕❤️💖. Keep fighting the good fight! We are behind you 1000%

Ponyboy

YouTube really needs to get it's shit together with all of its guidelines, I feel like there's almost too much restriction of things that are extremely mild in comparison of other content that seems to fly under the radar. I'm so sorry for the stress this is causing! We're with you, and I hope things sort out soon!!

Hwygirl Lovely

I am sorry d’about what happened. But like always you are ready to keep going instead of getting put down. Which shows me how much you truly love this. So Thank you and I’m sorry again! WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE FOR YOU ERIK!!!

pinkSPARKL

Omg, I'm so sorry to hear that! Stupid YT... Sucks to lose the monetisation, but at least this isn't Purge part 2 (gotta look for the silver linings) Hope things balance out for you soon, you really deserve some time to catch your breath after everything~ 😁💕

Jordie

It's crazy to think what YouTube is willing to monetize and what it's not. Look at the the family accounts when there parents are doing sketchy crap all over their videos. Boo 👎👎👎 but honestly I only watch YouTube for you so wherever you go I will follow

Naihury

Youtube suck

Reese McFadden

YouTube doesn’t deserve you or your work 😓 you’re too perfect!! Take your time and we’re all here for you and hope for the best!

OnceUponaThrone

I hate that this happened to you! You’re such a talented and good creator and to see the platform BENEFITING from your work kick you down like this is absolutely heartbreaking. You’re so strong for continuing to do what you do despite the platform ragging on you!

M.B.

Jfc youtube.... Take what time you need Erik, both to get your stuff in order, and to take care of yourself!!!

Aramisskai

Oh my goodness. Erik I'm so sorry this has happened. You take your time, do what you need to.

rachel ♡

we appreciate your hardwork and transparency as always. it's sucks that youtube is in it's boot nasty era :( take it easy and thank you for the update!

Silver

Oh my gosh, YouTube is just so prone to screwing over creators these days. What ever happens next, we’re supporting you!

Janelle

Wtf is YouTube’s problem?!

Ms. Deer

We will be here for your support! Take all the time you need and remember to take care of yourself too! ❤️

Hubris

YouTube really does seem to have a thing against asmr/audio rps specifically, but it's also always noticeably absent when you try to get ahold of actual people to sort out their stance. I'm sorry for all the stress this must be causing. Very undeserved.

Audrey

What a freaking travesty! YouTube sucks sometimes. But I’m glad you’re ok, and grateful you’ve got a patreon to feed our addictions! 🥰 It’ll be ok!

CyboricBunny

brb throwing hands with youtube but in all seriousness, take ur time!!

Rin

after everything you did and had to take down, they still demonetized your channel?? that's honestly so offensive and I'm sorry you have to deal with that! but srsly take your time with new content, I know that would have my anxiety though the roof 😭💕

CarrotSam

Dang. I am so sorry to hear that. I really hope all is well on your end though. It's fine that things got knocked back a bit. Sometimes things come up out of our control. You do what you need. we will always be here. Please take care.

Idoken27

That sucks ugh hope it all works out oo does that mean you are putting the videos on your website and making playlists?

Litlkim

I’m so sorry Erik ☹️ always remember, this is not anything against you specially, it’s YouTube being YouTube to so many creators. I know it can sometimes feel personal, but it’s not 💖 We aren’t going anywhere, no matter what obstacles come. We love your work, we care about you and will always have your back. Take your time with the rest of this week’s content if you need to.

Lukas Pukas

Absolutely no rush on anything, take all the time you need!!

gabby d

take your time erik, youtube sucks

drosia

I'm so sorry :( but you can take the time to make sure what this problem means for you and your work, because we know all the effort behind it. I hope everything gets better and you know there are many supporting you. Take care <3

Tepid Judas

Damn, that fucking sucks, Erik. I'm sorry YouTube fucked you over again. I know I appreciate your resilience through this kind of thing. Your content is such a gift. I hope the anxiety settles soon. 💜

Gingy

The things that have literally traumatized my 27 year old eyeballs on YT that are still up for the world to see, and monetized at that, and yet it's channels like yours that are actually being restricted or otherwise removed altogether... Is mind-blowing and I'm convinced that hardly any human beings are keeping YouTube afloat anymore. YT is how I found you and Patreon is how I'll stay. I'll always be grateful for finding you there but I'll find any other way to support you.

Roamin’ Rabbit

YouTube has always been a stooge! I’m sorry you got removed but I’m happy you’re okay💛 everything will work out and I will always be a fan of your work :)

TheCvntessa

I'm so sorey Erik. Youtube is always trying to hurt their own creators... it's devastating. But don't lose hope. We will always stand with you

L.L

YouTube seems to have a rather...interesting system nowadays. Wish it wasnt at the expense of creators, but I hope you can manage to work out all the issues/find a solution that suits you.

Deadish

Holy shit that really sucks, you put out literally some of the best work in the asmr/audio genre and they pull this? Sorry, dude :(

EntangledSawyer

Oh my god YouTube is seriously so stupid like I know growth on the channel has been lacking for months which is crazy but now you’ve gone fully demonetized for god knows what this time. I don’t think anything has been super serious for YouTube guidelines and it’s just ridiculous that amazing creators like you are being limited when there are so many other people doing much worse and not getting backlash for it. I’m so sorry Erik that this is happening again to you, we are always with you no matter where!❤️

Anya

I’m so sorry dude that’s awful

highkeymika

can't imagine how incredibly frustrating and stressful this must be for you, i'm sorry youtube seems to have it in for you!!! your channel is such an incredible show of creativity that brings a lot of comfort and joy to so many people, it's so shitty that once again your work is at risk 👎👎 we aren't going anywhere, take your time figuring stuff out!! we'll be here .. youtube sucks we ride at dawn ‼️🫡

Angelixia

Youtube haa always been a big b. Sorry you gotta deal with that 😞 But we'll be here and waiting! Always! Take care of yourself and hope u get a break from all this crap soon 💖

J.P. Lee

I'm so sorry you're having to deal with YT's ridiculousness, but I'm glad you're not having to purge the channel again. Thank YOU for sticking it out despite the platform's shenanigans and keeping your content accessible. Hang in there. 💜

Alexandra R

YouTube is so unpredictable

beck

we'll always be here Erik!

Dewi Sri

That's beyond horrible and feels so unnecessary on YT's part. Just exactly what was their problem this time?? Smooching? Implying the use of weed? Like wtf.

Jessie

that’s awful, i’m so sorry to hear that 😔 thank you for the update, take all the time you need to get sorted out. we’ve got your back 💕

Rachel_Maybe

Oh shit, I'm so sorry to hear that 😭😭 Glad that the videos don't have to move anywhere else, but god that's such a bummer. Happy to be supporting you here on patreon at least ^^ Hope you can catch a break soon 😅😭

Anthea the Tiefling

I am sorry to hear this. I hope that everything will work out and YouTube will come to its senses. You put in so much love, thought and work into your content. There is no need to apologise for YouTube being...well YouTube. Please take care of yourself

Gretchen

Ugh, I’m so sorry. How stressful and frustrating. Take time for yourself to relax if you can - we’ll still be here.

Lynn Johnson

Fucking YouTube man, I'm sorry you have to deal with that.

Alex Hamilton

Definitely no rush with things at all. That's such a bummer. YouTube stays confusing and problematic... You've got plenty of support from folks here though

Rocket

What in the damn hell? Man, why YouTube gotta be like this. We’re here for you Erik. Take the time you need.

seringat

love you Erik <333

The_Jubes_Miester

I’m so sorry that happened, but I’m glad that you don’t have to move everything. I’m happy that I can support you from here. Hopefully everything will calm down soon.

Nightshade1217

I'm so sorry to hear that Erik your channel is awsome and the videos you make are even greater and youtube sucks sometimes. I'm glad that you don't have to take anything down like last time but I hope everything calms down take your time to figure things out and don't feel pressured to upload if your not feeling it and now that we support you.

RIOT

Damn that sucks mate I’m sorry you’ve got to deal with that. Do what you gotta do and take however much time you need to do it. No rush. We understand and we support you. 🖤

EmSterling93

I will be a Patreon supporter til the day I die 🫡 Tbh, YT has been super disappointing to me lately. I rarely visit it anymore because of how poorly they handle their employees/content creators. I'm sorry to hear that you've been struck, but just know we are always here! Xoxo ❤️

aeonian

i'm really sorry to hear that... please take all the time you need 🤍 we're here for you!

sunshine

We're all glad you're here Erik, you've been my lifeline for so long and I'm so happy you're still posting even after everything <33

Bonnie

So sorry to hear this! I'm sure I speak for a lot of us when we say we'd love to be able to help in any way we can!

Empress Arcana

You are a very talented individual and content creator. It breaks my heart that you’re even going through such difficulties, but I feel this is a catalyst for even bigger things, better things to come. With how much stress YouTube can bring onto people, especially through the partner program, it can really drain a person. I wouldn’t want that for you or anyone. I admire your resilience to keep going and creating the content you wish to share with the world. You have earned the patience and support from your audience because of your hard work, dedication. But also, your audience will always care, too, because for many, myself included, you have helped us through really dark times, days. I hope you get to resolve everything in a way that’s not as anxiety inducing, even if the situation itself is one. You are safe and you are loved. Thank you for everything you do. I believe in you. You’ve got this.

Litlkim

I guess it’s time I get that second Patreon account I’ve been considering for so long 💖

Rose Lacey

So sorry to hear that Erik! Hopefully things start going smoother for you!!!

jk

ughhhhh I'm sorry, that's the worst

m.a.w.

This is why we can’t have nice things on YouTube. Sorry to hear this, you are an incredible story telling and thanks for all the endless hours and hard work you put into your channel.

Dreamiie

I’m sorry to hear that, that’s gotta be so frustrating putting in so much time (years!!) and so much effort only to have it be taken away like that. Just know you’ve got a lot of people supporting you and your Patreon fans aren’t going anywhere.

Scott

Dude that sucks! I will support you on both platforms. But I will remain a Patreon member even if you had to adjust the pricing to make up for anything lost from YouTube. Take as much time as you need. LLAP 🖖

kousenjuu

noooooo 😭😭 yt missin out on all the good peeps nowadays 😔😔😔 thank you still for all your hard work!! we'll always be here for you, no matter the delays or whathaveyous! we appreciate you and the stories you weave so much, so don't you dare forget that!!!!

Pandora's Pennies

Nah youtube needs to sort itself out. With losing viewers to tiktok- you'd' think they'd become MORE leniant on their policies.

Starlena Scarlet

I’m sorry to hear that this happened to you! Everything will be fine though! You’ve got this!

Lilian 726

I know everyone here's saying this and my comment isn't anything special, but I still want to say I really admire how despite everything thrown your way, you still always try to deliver the best you can to us. It's a wonderful thing to be able to see a person give their all to something they enjoy doing, and to be able to witness the growth of a community that supports the person in that same way. We will always be here when times're darker than usual, please, never forget that Erik. Even if our bond is based purely on transactions, we still care a lot!

Rinzler

So are we marching on Susan YouTube? I'm ready for a rebellion if y'all are. I'm so sorry that the channel has faced so many of these hurdles in the last couple of years. Through everything though, you've handled like a champ and we can't thank you enough for pushing forward. Your content is so important to so many of us and we'll be here to support no matter what! I hope this particular bump in the road smooths quickly and doesn't cause you too much stress. Take your time getting things out tho and don't burn yourself out.

Crimson Wolf

I'm so sorry this has happened to you yet again Erik but no matter what bumps you have on the road you always manage to get through it rules are forever changing but I know you got this and I admire you for that just remember to take care of yourself too much love to you Erik ❤️❤️❤️

Alabaster‼️

Booo youtube boooo If you're wanting to monetize the tame stuff, all I can think of is having two channels, one for spice/romance and one for plot videos, but that's even more confusing Maybe still upload everything on the main, then story stuff in another? I don't (and don't need to) know how much you made through YouTube, but hopefully patreon revenue makes up for what's lost

Allegory of Wolves

One day, YouTube is going to be its own downfall, as much as it's restricting the creators. Maybe at some point, there'll be a better platform, which doesn't cause so much trouble. It might be worth moving then. I've heard, that many asmr/rp channels are getting "attacked" like this by the YT policies lately, and that just sucks! I wish, there was a place where we could all complain or protest about that. But YT doesn't seem to care, like any other big company that already earns enough money. Such bastards! I hope, you don't let this dampen your spirit too much, Erik. This DOES suck, but your content is stellar and that will still attract (more/new) viewers, and your already existing fanbase surely isn't going anywhere. Hopefully, even more people find their way to Patreon, to make up for the stupid YT situation.

rachel ♡

also, i'm sure you've considered this, but it might be worth pivoting to cross-posting on your own website outside of patreon and youtube? that way you can link people there if youtube keeps sucking

Marjolijn

Ugh Youtube again!!!! No worries Erik, we got you🖤

Sarina Boghosian

I swear YouTube is going to be their own downfall one of these days

Aneshka Waters

Oh Erik, I'm sorry. But I will be here as long as you're uploading! Take your time!

Litlkim

Yup, it started back in November. A lot of ASMR/VA channels got hit hard, not just with monetization, but with the algorithm as well. It’s infuriating!

Mélodie 798

Thank you Erik for your perseverance🩷💙

SilenceIsGolden

I know it’s already been said, but YT is TRASH for doing this. The fact that there are horrible channels participating in every type of -ism, yet they are making money off of their hate pisses me off so much. I’m so sorry that this has happened to your channel that brings a lot of joy to so many people. I discovered your channel in 2021 and I can never put into words what your work has done for me. The worlds you have created have been an escape and a safe space to go to when the real world becomes too much. I just want you to know that there are so many of us who will follow you wherever you go. I’m not on the obsessed tier for nothing! I will ride with you until you decide this adventure is over.

Allegory of Wolves

And why? These kinds of channels are so popular; you'd think, pushing them back in the algorithm would just cause YT to bite itself in its own ass. I've heard one VA saying, he can't even add kissing noises in his vids, without getting them demonetized. That's so ridiculous, given what other kind of content you can find on YT! If these stories are so "bad", then YT should just install some kind of 18+ mode (not for the creators to tick off when they upload something, but for the viewers to only be able to access the videos if they have their age confirmed in their account), and then leave the creators alone. It's not like the NSFW stuff is on there. I wonder, what their real issue with these channels is.

Shae D'Amora

Me throwing fruit at YouTube: "You raggedy BITCH. 🫵🏾 " Glad you don't have to take anything down, but I'm sorry for all the anxiety, king. I know it's stressful. Happy you know how much support you have though. As long as you see fit to keep posting, I'll be there among the masses. We in this bitch like Sam and Frodo. lmao 😤✊🏾💜💜💜

lxenia

Hi Erik! That actually sucks and I'm really sorry you have to deal with more issues with YouTube. Take your time figuring it out, we'll be here to appreciate your content nonetheless. Thank you so much for all the effort you put into this channel and all your content. Wishing you good luck throughout this whole situation!

Louise

I’m sorry that personally for you Erik this is a loss of income and stability. I know it’s not everything but it makes a difference. It must be very frustrating and anxiety inducing to have to worry that all of your content and hard work will be taken away without warning.

Litlkim

100% agree! You know it’s bad when they go after actual ASMR channels that have nothing offensive. Damn those NSFW hair brush sound audios! 🤦‍♀️😆

Chicken

I’m so sorry to hear that, it’s devastating :( YouTube’s never been reliable or consistent with their guidelines. As long as you upload videos I will be here to support you, no matter where you have to go.

MeridianSkye

💔 I hate hearing that. My heart aches for you. Knowing how hard you work and how careful and responsible you are about following the rules. Not going anywhere. Have too much talent to and determination.

Meilow

Oh my gosh. I’m so sorry this happened. My heart aches for ya. Know we’re here to support you.

Frenchie

This is so disappointing on the part of YouTube. I don’t know any creator who’s as careful and thoughtful about tagging content as you are, and it seems to me that should count for way more. I’m sorry that happened to you. Tomato tomato @ YouTube

SlushRottweiler

Sending all our support your way. YouTube is nuts to remove you from the program. I hope you are doing OK but please know we all have your back

riathepinkie

Not even the good kind of tomatoes either, the especially bad ones we keep for the really nasty corporations

riathepinkie

If YouTube wants to make such a monumentally stupid decision as to demonetize your channel that's their loss. Sorry for all the stress this causes you, but we already knew YouTube was a horrid company didn't we.

riathepinkie

Something, something, and my axe!

❣ Amanda ❣

sending so much love and support, that sucks so much and hope you get something 110x better in return for all this trouble

ReplayCamera2 Chloe

I can not imagine getting news like this then having to turn right around and be present at work. The amount of stress you’re required to manage out of nowhere is insane. YouTube seems to have it out for ASMR/Audio RP channels in particular over the last few years and that’s not fair to creators like yourself who do their utmost to stay on top of what feels like YouTube’s community guidelines du jour. I said this back in 2022 but you are incredible for staying on top of this. So many YouTubers would (and have) called it quits by this point. It doesn’t matter if you upload on Patreon, YouTube, Spotify, or fucking DailyMotion, I haven’t lost a sliver of my passion, excitement, or awe for your stories in the last 4 years and as long as you’re here to tell more stories, I’ll always be here with a never ending stream of inane questions about unlikely parallels and coincidental meanings behind names.

Sheriff Rosie

I hope you take some time to just relax a little. Because this seems awful. And just overall stressful. I hope YouTube can get their shit together. Because this is ridiculous. Like YouTube CHILL. Anyway, take your time man. Don’t stress yourself out over this bs.

🌱moth🌱

We will always support you no matter what you’re going through ! Your stories and all of the lores you created make our imagination live, and what makes you happy makes us happy 🫶

Luktan

Unbelievable, youTube meant to be for everyone to show there talent to the platform. Now they restricted on what you can show. And everyone try to do the right things, still ended up get demonetised, Is ridiculous. I’m sorry you had that, And you got talent, you got gift What you share for us audience is amazing. Thank you for sharing and never afraid to share🙌🙌

arieseyes

That sucks so bad. YouTube seriously needs to get their stuff together. I can only imagine that these restrictions are just discouraging people from posting on their platform. It just seems very counterintuitive. Well.. we'll be here anyway Erik. Hope you're doing well

Femme Fatale

I'm really sorry for that setback, Erik. But don't worry we're ten toes down in this with you!

TheRedRose

I hope everything works out. No need to worry about us, were fine and always patient with everything that happens in life.

Green Blue

This is awful of YouTube! Why did they even do that?

Eli (Lio) ♡

holy fuck that’s awful! i’m so sorry. that’s incredibly unfair. i can’t even begin to imagine what a toll that’d be to your already strained mental :/ why youtube has such a hate boner for audio channels is beyond me. surely there are more dangerous and harmful content on that site - i’ve seen them w/ my own eyes. we’ll support you no matter where you post. and thank YOU for sticking with us, too. i don’t know if i could continue putting out such creative and complex stories and projects, with all of the bullshit that gets thrown at you. we appreciate it and you so much ♡

theSpooder

Erik! Your resolve and perseverance really show when these curve balls keep getting thrown at you! I’m so proud you’ve always had a level head about this shit! I don’t think I’m speaking alone when I say we are with and support you! Thank you for just being with us and doing what you~~~ 💕

Nat

manifesting everything working out in the end 🫶 a bump in the road does not take away any of your resilience! you are amazing, strong, and will come out of all this dumb youtube stuff winning! let us know if there is any way we can help you out!

CodeAjax

I’m so sorry to hear this happened, you’re incredibly strong and we all are rooting for you. You deserve the best and we will be here doing our best to support you through these difficult times ❤️ I hope everything works out for you and we will always be here for you if and when you need us

EsoTerror

I am so sorry that YouTube did that to you! Plz take care of yourself, we can be patient

SanPerSe

I'm sorry to read that Youtube's causing trouble again. Must be super frustrating having to deal with those things...

Jesper

Thanks for creating some of my favorite comfort characters to date — I’ll subscribe as long as they’ll let me 🫡 I hope you get everything sorted, without too much trouble. Sending good vibes your way ❣️

Sweepy

Take your time Erik! I’m so sorry this has happened - especially when you took steps before to accommodate YouTube’s new rules! It absolutely sucks! I’m mad FOR you! Just know that we’ll be waiting (as patiently as we can whilst eagerly awaiting what you release next) and we’ll support you however we can!

Miss_Nicky31

I'm so sorry to hear that! Youtube has really lost it, they are demonitizing left, right and center. It is so unfair!

Rin

Is there anywhere else we can listen to your content that will actually support you? I love going back and re-watching the sleep aids, but if re-watching them on youtube doesn't support you anymore i'd love to switch platforms!

Remy Darling

I hope that you look into Fourth wall to create a website and app for yourself. No more of YouTube or Patreon taking a piece of everything!

Saladoorea

Hey sorry I wanted to ask a question about one of your old YouTube previews. There was one I liked from Sam “teasing your vampire mate while he works” I was sure there was a NSFW version. I can’t find it anymore did that get lost ?