Overview
- In posts on Dec. 23, Cenat said nonstop streaming left him feeling disconnected from real life and he chose to step back to reset.
- He explained that the pause highlighted how little time he was spending with close friends and family behind the scenes.
- Cenat credited watching Death Note and then Naruto with helping him refocus, saying the shows reinforced courage, friendship and perseverance.
- He emphasized that he is not sad or depressed and said he wants to speak up about mental health even if some people dismiss him.
- Cenat acknowledged he hesitated to go public after negative feedback to past disclosures, following a Dec. 16 video about self-doubt and fear of pursuing goals, as reactions to his latest posts ranged from supportive to skeptical.