Hey there. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news today. I'm feeling pretty sad as I put this down, so forgive me if it comes off as blunt, or anything. Just wanted to let you know that I am leaving Super Best Friends Play.

Those who know me in person know that I've had really awful anxiety for around half a year, and my anxiety has continued to get worse and has reached a point where I don't feel I can continue without impacting my life more negatively than it already has. I've recently come to realize that I've been strongly neglecting my mental health, as it's been affecting my life at levels I'm no longer comfortable with. My awful self-help strategy of "suck it up and power through" has only gotten me into a worse state than I was in in the first place. I'll be stepping away immediately and seeing a therapist in order to hopefully reach peace of mind at some point in the future. I realize how shitty a time it is to take my leave, what with Matt on break and all, but just like Matt, I need to address myself and my life right now, rather than continuing to put it off like I have in the past.

To anyone wondering why I'm choosing to leave rather than take a break, I will definitely say it hasn't been an easy decision. Probably the most difficult decision of my life, actually. I can't even say I'm 100% happy with it, but for the sake of my mental health, I really feel this is the right one. I'm excited to have more time to focus on other projects, and I'm looking forward to trying out some new things as well. I've never been a New Year's resolution type of guy, but I hope that in 2017 I will be able to continue doing what I like most: entertaining anyone who's interested.

As far as plans for the future, in 2017 I'm going to be continuing my side work on some creative projects, and probably will be able to put more time into them. I'm not completely going to vanish from internet media, though, as I'll also be returning to something that I know many fans have asked me to do for a while. As far as SBFP goes, I'd like to return to finish Sonic Unleashed sometime in the new year, but Woolie, Matt and I don't have an exact timetable.

Anyways, that's me. Thanks to everyone who's ever written a kind comment, or reached out and messaged me. I really can't thank you guys enough, actually. It's no exaggeration to say that Super Best Friends Play has unequivocally changed my life for the better. I've met so many friends and amazing people, and pretty much every aspect of my lifestyle is a result of being able to be a part of all of this. It's just not worth doing without you guys. To those of you who who were never fans, pop your champagne. As the devil's avocado extraordinaire, I think it's only fair that you celebrate! (But please leave me alone aftwerwards, haha.) Those who still want to find or contact me can do so at @2BFLiam on Twitter, or via DM on Reddit.

Thank you all for everything.

-Liam

Employee of the Month 12/2012-12/2016