You’ve come so far since then. You’re doing amazing ♥️

This honestly sounds a lot like selective/situational mutism. I struggle with it and this feels like you just entered my mind. (Not diagnosing just a possible explanation)

It's not mute, as mute is actually unable to speak. This is selective mutism and I think it deserves more recognition as I had it and no one knew about it. They all either assumed I was full on mute or really shy. My mom tried putting me in speech therapy in middle school, but I hated that. I think I was in some sort of speech therapy in kindergarten too

I can honestly relate to being really shy offline, but a chatterbug when online. It's really cool to see how far you've come and congrats! 💙

That’s a huge confession to make Wolfy, not many people like silent people. I am a silent person so I relate A LOT ❤️

This was so relatable. So glad you shared this story. I’m sure it’s gonna help a lot of people

Trust me i didn’t judge you because there’s a lot of people out there who can relate to you it’s definitely okay to feel that way especially when you’re an introvert , new school and new environment and new language all of these things are overwhelming for anyone whoever it is so that’s completely understandable and i would say im proud of you because you were healing , maybe at first you thought that you weren’t making any progress at all but the results showed that you did make progress but on your on way so you should be proud of yourself, confessing about something you were insecure about shows how your confidence has increased

I go nonverbal involuntarily when I get really overwhelmed and it sucks a lot. My family doesn’t understand when I can’t talk and they end up freaked out. Like I wish I could tell them it’s okay but I can’t when I’m in that space. I’m glad that you were able to find good people that helped your confidence

I know the feeling Wolfy, when I was in highschool I was an extremely shy, quiet boy and I didn't get confident speaking to others until after graduation.

Glad that you are getting over your anxiety. Anyone can be affected by it, weather it's big or small dose. It's always good for people to get out of their shell.😊

This was really relatable for me because I barely spoke a word. Every word Wolfy said just reminded me of how I was when I was younger, and I still kind of feel that way! I can completely understand what Wolfy had went through and I’m glad she’s speaking out. 💖

it's always great to hear what helped people get through their social anxiety 💖

everyone: *just being everyone* teacher: *calls on wolfychu* wolfy: and at that moment i knew...it was all over

i had the opposite problem. i never shut up bc it made people uncomfortable when i didnt talk but now im learning to let myself go nonverbal when i need to. im glad that its possible to find healing now

Having been in your exact same situation (new school, new country, new language), I really empathise with you and I’m glad that you’re better now.

Thank you for sharing your story Wolfy. I was also very very silent front of people as a child and I still am at 23 😅 but I'm working on improving 😊

Wolfy is one of the first animators I’ve ever seen, and I’m so happy to be able to witness how far she’s grown! 💖

Wolfy’s and Tabbes’ stories are great, they speak about how two completely different people in completely different situations can end up with the same problem.

Can we appreciate her sweet Spanish pronunciation at 4:45 🌸🌸🌸

Looks like Wolfy and Tabbes have something in common

04:21 POV: Wolfychu is Anya in disguise.

i know a friend who was in my pe class in middle school who never spoke a single word, all the teachers knew about it and she only spoke when she was really forced to. even when communicating with me, who has known her for two years, she didn't bother speaking and we would talk to her in yes or no questions or she would use her fingers using 1 or 2 to communicate with us. she told us that she just chose not to speak and we were okay with it great job bringing this to the world for people to understand that things like this exist

This is really relatable. I’m very quiet and shy person and I can relate💜 I get really nervous when I need to talk😅😥

That's really relatable for me. For many years I also didn't talked to anyone back then besides my parents since I didn't see any reason to make friends or communicate with anyone besides the people I know. It took only 2 years to get better when I got into a better school. Now I'm in college and I think I can talk to anyone now without any problems. I think everyone just get better with communication as they grow up. It could depend from person to person so yeah. I'm still pretty much an introvert and don't talk to people unless I want to but that doesn't stop me from interacting with new people and making new friends now :D

For 2 whole years? 😧wow. As an extrovert, I can’t even handle shutting up for more than 5 minutes. Anyway STAY WELL WOLFY☺️hope you and Jordan are doing alright! Thank you for another video

I really like how your art tells your story along with your voice. It really helps me to understand. Thank you for sharing your story.

I can relate. Whenever I move to a new school, I couldn't bring myself to talk to others on my own because I was very shy. I did make quite a number of friends though, but that was because they either approached me first or because they simply hung out at the places I would normally go during recess.

I love how your art style has improved over the years, it’s inspiring :]

I actually feel bad for you now Wolfy. You know what, Komi Can't Communicate actually is perfect example for your issue because Komi also was very quiet and she had communication problems but she tries to make friends and Tadano has to help her do that. Just like how your friend helped you as well.

That is good that you are getting over your anxiety Wolfychu, everyone can relate to this and I’m glad that you shared this so that others can be heard. 😊👍☺️

wolfy I love your art! I just want to say I went through this too. I was mute most of my childhood. Now after watching your cat video I want to tell you something a bit interesting. What got me to be more vocal was getting a cat except I would only meow and even thought that I was a cat in a past life. They had me see a school psych/therapist and speech therapist for a few years. I did start talking to people that I felt comfortable with over time but I had a really bad stutter at first. I have Tourette's and severe social anxiety along with generalized and separation anxiety. It's gotten better over the years but has left me with a lot of stories and awkward moments. So I wanted to say thank you for sharing your stories and your art. I am an artist and your art has inspired me to want to draw more often on more than one occasion. Especially when I was in art school. I can relate to many stories because even when I started to talk I was always soft-spoken and had a lot of awkward moments in life. You are amazing!

I love ur content it's kinda matches my childhood lol but keep up the good work and make sure you have lots of rest, eat well, and drink lots of water

The part where people would try to talk to you but you would only respond with a nod is actually how I’ve been in school from 6th grade to 12th grade. I think it might’ve been because all my friends went to a different middle school This is sooo relatable.

Wolfychu has been through so much to get to where she is today. Thank you for being you and sharing your stories with us!

I really love these story times because they are all so interesting and cute with wolfy’s voice telling all of it

I can somewhat relate. I didn’t start talking until I was 5. Also, I’ve been taking behavioral medicine since I was around 8 years old so I can talk more. Mainly because I’m autistic.

Woah I havent seen this channel in a while and the oc is cuter then before

I'm so proud of you wolfychu!! Your art is just wow! You inspired me to draw now I'm the artist in my class, Thank you.

I'm autistic and I absolutely get what you mean. I'm semi-verbal, but I prefer not talking. I had had a time where I definitely forced myself to talk which results in me not speaking at all due to overwhelm and tiredness of forcing myself to talk. I absolutely relate to everything in this video. If it still happens to you, there's ways to overcome it if you want! Sign language is comfortable for a lot of people I know, or writing if it's less attention grabbing to you. Either way, what you felt is completely valid.

didn’t even watch it yet and already know this is gonna be good

I had the three same things, going to France as a kid, didn’t know anyone or the language and! They ended up putting me in a big school (yr 7) thinking I was older when I was only in like year 4. 👍 I ended up being quiet and having learning difficulties. Lucky me.

I relate to this so much. I have social anxiety as well and it still plagues me to this day.

Glad you got through it, I also was a pretty quiet person for some time. So it’s pretty relatable.

I've never had shyness when I was a kid and now when I talk to someone these days as an adult it feels weird and embarrassing unless I'm alone with the person I want to talk to then I feel ok,so in a way I think I know how you feel

I've been watching your videos for 4 years. You really inspired me to start animating and if I hadn't watched your videos my channel probably would not exist. You also inspired me to start drawing realistic art! Your an amazing and talented artist and you will forever be my favorite KZfaqr!

This is HUGELY relatable. 💙 it makes me happy to know I wasn’t alone and that others went through similar experiences

Absolutely love the Anya face! Incredible art as always

I can relate to Wolfychus quietness and shyness… heck even now I’m not a confident I’ve been very lonely for a long time, I don’t feel as lonely anymore thanks to friends I’ve made online and I made two friends I hang out with at college. Glad you were able to get confidence Wolfy 💙🤍

Fair enough, I was the quiet kid at my school the only time I do talk when I'm comfortable with some of my classmates. And nice change on your character. I have a classmate that's quiet and does sign language and very soft spoken, when she does she has a very beautiful voice when she speaks.

1:52 can we talk how Wolfy draw Komi-san so well? 😭😍

Your story really is relatable Wolfy. It really is difficult to make friends when being a quiet person, but it’ll be better in the future. ^^

I can relate to this so much I was always the shy type when I was a kid but know I am very social now I'm happy you made this video Wolfy ❤️

It be hard for me to process not hearing Wolfychu voice because it very kind and sweet 🤍💙🐺

This was so inspiring to me, thank you so much for this video! I'll explain why I find it inspiring I relate with the video, but from a different beginning. When I was 5 I talked, but then I got beaten up a lot because I was in a bad school. After all the physical bullying I went mute so people would leave me alone but it didnt help, it made it worse. Then people started bullying me for being quiet and made it worse. Also I am so glad you mentioned the part about the "cute shy," it doesnt work that way in real life. Real people find mutes to be annoying and weird and they always assume its for attention. I watched your improvement (I've been here since before your first voice reveal), and after watching you go through everything you have its been inspiring me to talk more. Its scary, and I cant shake off that fear that I'll make people upset by talking (because I used to get beaten up for it), but I am setting a goal now to start talking more and being more open like you are. I've been getting better but I have a long way to go. Thank you for your videos!

I can relate a lot to this video! Wolfychu had improved so much, I'm also a silent person as well, I don't talk much in school because I get anxious a lot or having anxiety, I'm also usually at the back of the classroom to. I also love Komi can't communicate because it also relates to me so much and I'm currently getting all of the Komi can't communicate manga. Since I watched this AMAZING video, I think this will help me a lot step by step and taking time till I get there. Thank you Wolfychu, your the best!

Your art is getting better and better now and quality too thank you for your hard work❤

As a person with adhd, it's always good to see people that are more energetic then even me, I love the content and you should keep it up, you always are able to make my day and make me laugh, Thank you :o

I love your art and glad there's another video!😀

I can relate. I also went through something very similar which spanned from 2nd grade until my last year of high school (so about 10 years). I was diagnosed with selective mutism, which is a severe anxiety disorder in which a person isn't capable of speaking in certain social situations but still capable of speaking properly. In my case it was at school. I was sort of able to get by at first by whispering to staff or a few people but as I entered high school, I was extremely lonely since being social around others was an essential part of being in high school. At one point I wanted to drop out because I couldn't stand the loneliness while everyone else was socializing, but with the help of some staff, I decided that I wanted to overcome my selective mutism. It wasn't an easy process as it was slow and steady. I've had many failed attempts throughout my school years in trying to speak but this time it was different as I now had a reason for wanting to speak. As the years went by I was able to slowly get comfortable in speaking to certain people and without having to point or whisper (in a small setting). I was even able to do my senior presentation in front of a classroom which was a big accomplishment for me. Even after that I was still mute in my last days of high school but all of that changed once I entered college. Fast forward to my college years and today, I can still get a bit shy and still be soft spoken, but now I am capable of speaking in front of other people and I'm glad to have overcome my selective mutism, for the better. And I'm also glad that you were able to overcome your social anxiety Wolfy as you're not the only one who's had to go through this. You've come such a long way and I'm glad you shared this story! ❤

You're doing amazing right now. People change...or life changes us...idk, but this is a very relatable story. While I didn't have a 2 year period of not entirely speaking, I definitely had a few years of fear and anxiety while speaking in class or with different people. So thanks for sharing and you're a big inspiration!

I've always been the quiet and kind of smart kid in school and I got used to the title so I actually thought it was kind of funny when people who don't know me finally heard me talk. I can talk when I want to or have to but I don't wanna talk to you :) i was fine raising my hand and answering questions but presenting in front of the class always made me nervous

meanwhile I'm going through the reverse. There are moments where the words just won't come out anymore, and it makes me feel worthless

this gives me hope since I have really bad social anxiety (even online) but I still want to become a storytime youtuber like you!! I will keep working on myself 💙

we always had that one friend that improved our social life when we're at our lowest

Well your vids can teach a lot wolfy just be honest with yourself when meeting new people I gonna be honest that I didn't executed the best when making freinds but yeah over time you just need go ahead your vid can help a lot of people who have problem with communicate with others and this bring a great message to them

Your voice is ADORABLE!

I gave a AWWWWW when she said told us about how she used to whisper her answer into her friends ear that’s so cute it’s ok to be shy

Opening up happened in reverse for me. I was bullied due to my autism. I try to keep quiet now and not really do much because I’ve been bullied. I should stand up for myself.

0:46 love the fit xx

I think I’ve spoken more through comments than I ever have to another person. Also, it’s good to see Wolfy has also joined the Church of Anya, judging by her artwork.

this video fills me with confidence thanks a lot. Love all your over videos thanks for making my days happier.

This is very relatable wolfy happend to me before where i cannot make friends in new schools and im super silent in new schools so dont worry wolfy i gotchu 👌

Also this is so sweet and relatble i did not speak for 3 years and for me its hard to tell people my story as they think its for attention, Your so brave :)

I'm studying in a foreign country , and though I can somewhat speak the common language of those around me , it's still a struggle and I much rather stay quiet . My parents always joke about how I may gradually end up being mute because of my reclusive attitude . Well this video made me realize that can happen ... I'll be more careful ...

I am like that too! There’s no need to be ashamed of it! Your story is so similar to mine it’s crazy… I was very quiet and no one talked to me until this one girl randomly started to talk to me and we eventually became friends. I’m glad I’m not the only one, but still it’s crazy how similar we are!

no joke wolfy is the first animator i ever watched this is what got me into animation so thank you wolfy

The smug Anya face sent me!

It’s good to see you came out of your shell Nicely done Wolfy ✨✨

Oh my gosh your art is so cute and pretty!

I love you Wolfy!!! You're doing amazing

You've grown so much Wolfychu, I'm so proud of you! To say that I can relate, is definitely an understatement. I'm very much the same way. I never speak to people unless I need to. I'm extremely shy and self-conscious like you are, and I'm still working on getting out of my shell to this day. Just sharing my voice on the internet alone fills me with so much pressure and anxiety. I wasn't really into making friends back into my school days because I was always afraid of getting hurt, and I never felt like I really fit in with anyone. I always pushed others away from me when I was a kid whenever other students tried to talk to me. It makes me happy to see how much you've grown and come out of your shell. I'm not the type to open up to others easily as well, and me being the way I am is one of those reasons. Keep being confident in who you are Wolfy and never change! You fill all our lives with happiness and wholesomeness. Send my regards to Jordan and Mochi! 💖

After some realization and thought, being an animator is a huge risk. You could be animating a masterpiece of a video and not be guaranteed that you will get the appraisal or views/likes/subscribes from viewers. Animators deserve respect upon this level. Wow. I never thought about it like this myself.

Okay your drawing style is so cute 🥺

Girl YOUR ART IS SOOOOOOOOOO GOOD and it's ok everyone is like you as a kid like me

Watching this makes me feel better about me not taking alot in school anymore but i have friends and i like listing not talking:)

I can relate. I have autism and back when I was really young I wouldn't talk to anyone except my immediate family or friends I felt comfortable with. I would also eventually talk to my teachers once I became comfortable with them. Even today I am slightly uncommunicative with people I don't know, but I'm getting better.

I am the loudest person I've ever met, so I definitely wouldn't be able to go through that, I love how strong you are!

This video will probably help children out there dealing with a similar problem. It would have definitely helped me back then. Thanks for sharing. 💙

Man I know that feeling you try to explain. I had the exact same feeling when I was a kid. People thought I was weird. But now I am older I have that feeling way less. It comes up sometimes but not as much as it was before. I’m glad you have grown as well Wolfy. You are a great person❤️

Your skin used to be white Now it's skin color All the years I've been following you You have changed drastically You got even better and your voice of course is still so beautiful

Thank you for sharing something so relatable. I loved the Spy Family inspired look on your face! XD

I'm glad you shared this story with us

3:26 "It's probably for attention." That... doesn't make sense. Why would someone who is desperate for attention refuse to speak? At the very least, wouldn't they get bored of that eventually and try something else? I'm not saying that "tHeY'Re dOiNg iT fOr aTteNtIoN" is a smart, good, or helpful thing to say in general. It's just that it's particularly nonsensical in this case.

I just got interrupted or basically wasn't allowed to talk because other people mostly adults were ALWAYS talking, like non-stop So I would just either be silent for most of the day or just go up to my room and get away from people. I never really stopped talking altogether, but I sort of get that you wouldn't find much of a point in talking. You don't usually get something across that people don't already know or is somehow important. Not to mention sensory overload and just general shyness, I guess? I also believed I was a cat for a long time, I just really liked cats. I could both miauw like a cat and hiss, breathing through my nose and mouth at the same time and other things. People always thought I was weird, but cats are just my spirit animals.

Oh poor @Wolfychu, I am so sorry sweetie... being a shy person it's okay and i don't think your a weird, everyone evolve in here or his way in time...you will get it when you had confidents in yourself, i don't know what to say to you more but glad that you get over it in a way, i know it is hard and you are still a bit shy, but now you had Jorden by your side and you also become more, shore of yourself...i am so happy for you, you get out of the shell more or less and try to make new friends (virtual or real), glad you are healthy, take care of yourself, (you and Jordan)

4:21 Anya reference 4:06 Smol intensifies also I'm glad you shared this wolfychu, it's always great to hear from you and your stories! always, always make an effort to improve but do it at your own pace, take your time and it'll be alright.

I appreciate this video a ton! I've done this many times in my life. The description of not being able to speak with the nodding and shaking the head is something I've dealt with. It was weird because I'm autistic, and my family knew about it, but because I typically wasn't non-verbal, so they didn't get it. People just being kind, and talking to you without making a big deal about it helps a ton. Thank you!

I understand this so much. For a lot of my life I was in the same position. Sometimes I break down again and it is difficult to get myself back to that point without people who I one hundred percent trust helping me. Komi is above all a good show for those like myself. Unable to communicate without pushing ourselves and extremely inept socially unless in very specific circumstances

This is an amazing channel it inspired me to do animation thank you Wolfychu💕

I'm really glad that you have a friend you can count on : )