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Nice shirt, Pop Pop 😂

I'm about the same age as you and probably in a similar situation. I have been self-employed with a DBA for about 25 years and had managed to keep my head above water but not much more. I became dependent on one big client and they downsized a couple of years ago and all my income was gone. Had they waited another couple of years I would have been modestly OK with no great needs. Instead, I'm scrambling.

Break a leg! Bravo for starting and I'll be watching.

Phil, Thanks for sharing. I was happy to see (and hear) your new mic setup. What I appreciate about your approach is your authenticity. You convey a relaxed storytelling ability that you learned from your years of teaching. I'm glad you are moving forward and putting effort, time, and energy into your YT community for 2025. Keep up the great work.

I wish you much luck with your channel, brother. You are off to a good start.

Congrats on a New Year - perfectionism can really take us down.. I have two channels.. this one and a tech one and my goal is to hit monetization by year end. One of my biggest issues is I consume so many videos on "how" to do UA-cam vs actual creating my own - working on improving that. I love the storytelling aspect and the "real" people - and yep I am over 60- this year I will be momma to a man who is 40 years old. So not only am I OVER 40 - I have a child who will be over 40 :D I also want community - it's slowly growing. I am totally not interested in too many people heh. Monetization is the dream but I am ok with just building a community and making connections. I am a fan sir - keep up the good work.

Years ago working as a stagehand I experienced the "good tired" of slogging through strike and load-out followed by the good feeling you get afterward. It was the structure. It's obvious when the truck door closes that the job is done. Creative tasks lack that structure. You can second guess, re-record and edit something forever, and that gets discouraging. You're doing great! 👍

Happy New Year Boomer 🎉 - my new year has been dealing with the worst cold / flu I've had in a long time ( even pink eye _ yuck ) - through all this I've still been medatating daily which is really where I get my insight and peace of mind - I did have a lot of videos I wanted to do and will hopefully will not be coughing as much soon . it has allowed for tons of planning time and time to just work on fractals and ideas - Have an awesome 2025

Glad to see you back. I really look forward to your videos because I can relate to a lot of what you say. I'm 56, been semi-retired since 2005 and have this creative aspect I just have to get out somehow. I'm great at learning and planning, but doing is my roadblock. Paralysis by Analysis! So I get stuck in the weeds and "what if's" in my own mind. It's horrible. I love the holiday season, but I hate the first business day after. All the build up and excitement, then poof, it's all over. Guilt is another big one for me. Since I lost my wife suddenly in 2018, I've had a very difficult time moving forward. When you combine the guilt with the stuck feeling it's very difficult to put one foot in front of the other and get anything done. That snowballs into frustration and anger, which just feeds the whole cycle again. But I admire what you're doing. Not flashy, just honest, unpolished (not a dig on you), truth about where you are. I'd say be compassionate towards yourself, you're impacting me. And I'm pulling for you. You seem to be on the cusp on getting to the next level, not a massive leap, just a step up. If I can do anything to help, please reach out. I have over 2 decades of broadcast experience, including production, etc. Good Luck Mark from Texas

What an amazing way to begin a new year, with a sunrise! I gave up the new years eve midnight thing long ago lol Doing and growing on youtube in going to be my thing for 2025 too. Also I think it's important to not do things as well, I plan on watching less social media, the endless scroll is such a waste of time. I plan to read more, I just picked up four books today actually. Ditch the perfection, I prefer to watch the real creators (2026..that was good) ☺ And yes to the story telling idea! One day at a time my friend, you'll get it figured out how you want to do your channel.

When the government started Medicare, that's when I started SSI at 65.

Scientists have done studies that show people are a little delusional about themselves. For instance, people tend to think they are better looking....uh than they actually ARE. People tend to think they are smarter... than they actually prove on IQ tests. If someone asks you your height, most folks will fudge it upwards by at least a half inch. So naturally, we will be wrong about how long we are gonna live. Smokers are the most delusional about this. But your point is correct, we just do not know. Might make a good run against all odds, but probably won't.

Trump all day long🎉

I won’t watch anymore of your videos because you lied at the beginning and said you were going to tell who you voted for

Do you knpw why your social security would had been so low under a thousand , dollars if you would had taken at 62, i lnow people that didnt have high paying jobs and got more than $1000 a month

I'm taking mine next year at 70! I have a great income from my investments and do not need the income that would raise my IRMAA on my Medicare and also move me to a higher tax bracket. I planned way ahead of time for some of my retirement income to drop off before taking my social security.

ATTENTION!!! From the SSA!!!! In 2025, if you're under full retirement age, the annual earnings limit is $23,400. Important information to know. OP was $5000 off. About $100 per week. lol

Why would have any debt over 60? You most likely are or have been, living beyond your means. Just turned 60 and will be taking it at 62..I WANT MY DAMN MONEY BACK! I’ve been paying into it since 79.

Buying the stuff is inspiration. Action is important.

The US male life expectancy from birth is 76. At 65 the US male life expectancy is 83. At 75 the US male life expectancy is 86.

You would not believe that I corrected the spelling of retired three times in my post, yet [t appears misspelled, The post starts with I was ...

s blessed to do an early retirement the day I turned 55. I graduated from Roosevelt University, in Chicago, IL. at 21 yares od. Worked for the Chicago Public Schools for 34 years as an educator , Reyird with an pension One year later I psid off the brick hone which I has built when I was 27, I did not pay into Social Security. s blessed to do an early retirement the day I turned 55. I graduated from Roosevelt University, in Chicago, IL. at 21 years old. Worked for the Chicago Public Schools for 34 years as an educator , Retired with a pension One year later I paid off the brick hone which I had built when I was 27, I did not pay into Social Security. irdird

65 1/2 for me & never looked back, retired not only from work but from most things I used to do & people I associated with and dropped all the baggage that went with it. Much happier now

Merry Christmas Phil! Btw the audio sounded fantastic. I saw the sneaky DJI mic on the sweater. Hope you have a fantastic Christmas visiting the family. I was in a store the other day with the wife, and I saw a game and thought of you. I took a picture but I can't post it here. It was 'OK BOOMER, Old School vs New School Trivia'! Haha!

Hi Phil, I'm 67 and still working as a Wedding Photographer - can't afford to retire. I really enjoyed your video and have now subscribed. I love the Legacy idea, I have had 3 careers - HM Forces - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - Wedding Photographer. I have lots and lots to talk about.....just have to stop this procrastinating and get on with it. Merry Christmas from the West Coast of Scotland UK.

This one made me cry. For different reasons. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Merry Christmas and enjoy your family ❤

Merry Christmas! The best Christmas gift I was able to give this year was the videos I have posted on my new you tube channel. Happy holidays boomer!

I agree with your sentiment. Giving quality time to those you love and care for with intent and purpose. Belonging, being seen, heard, respected, and honored. Merry Christmas, Phil! Thanks for sharing the post, brother.

Glad you are back!, I bought a Christmas mug the other day...turquoise with an embossed snowman and snowflakes, and wondered if you were doing ok, you hadn't posted in a while. Great video, I have finally got it through my kids heads that I don't want stuff, just their time, time for a dinner either here or out doesn't matter to me. It really is the best gift for a boomer! Enjoy your visit with family and I wish you all the best in the New Year!

Wish Hollywood would get smart and think about not getting into politics! Don't they realize their fans are made up of both parties! After they endorse someone they isolate themselves,immediately!

that 73 is from when you’re born. If you have already made it to 60, your Outlook is more like 88. Facts don’t lie. but for me, it’s 67 I think. And not because I’m working past 62. I like the higher amount and then my spouse would get more. It just fits my circumstances better

Phil, Thanks for your encouragement! ua-cam.com/users/shortsSXcqTQMKmB4?si=Kag8dk4-7g85tYie

Well I was starting to wonder why we hadn't heard from you yet. And yes, get that DJI Mic out and use it. It's such a great tool to improve the audio. Looking forward to hearing more.

I drink my coffee from the same mug that I've drank it from for the past 16 years. The mug has survived many ups and downs throughout the years including a few attempts of my wife trying to replace it :)

Fun approach reading the comments - Enjoyed it - keep making videos 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

I am 63 and started my channel recently. I think reading comments is a great idea, it's never too late to start a channel, and I find it so encouraging that there are so many people in their 60's and beyond that are just starting. I look forward to videos with the DJI mic, I have a set and love them (though I do use a DJI Pocket 3)

Phil! You are too kind, Sir. I appreciate your encouragement. As I learn more about your stories and backstories, one factor that plays into your channel's success is your time as a middle school teacher. That explains your ability to be yourself, comfortable, and natural when talking in front of the camera. You are great at storytelling, exploring, and connecting with your listeners. Keep them coming, brother. Happy Thanksgiving!

Hey Phil, loving the videos. Keeping it simple but you're making progress. Still very inspiring in getting me to put my first one out. I have an extensive background in radio broadcasting and editing audio, none in video, but the "general" concepts are similar. I enjoy the content and look forward to your next videos. It's about enjoying the journey. TIP: To display comments, just take a screenshot of the comment, then just crop out everything around it and save it. I suggest a Folder where you can organize them, so you know what you already used. Then just overlay the comment over your main video (you talking), resize the cropped comment to the size you want. Hope that helps. Keep it up!

Great video idea going through the comments. Well done!

😂what's up boomer! Thank you for your videos! I have been watching you ! You and I were both born the same year and you have helped to inspire me to start my own channel ! I gave you a shout out in the very first video I up loaded. Thank you for sharing your new channel growth ! Peace, love, and light.

Hi!! Just found you last evening. Couldn't comment because I was watching on my TV. I've been on UA-cam a long time but only seriously the past 6-8 months. Most were about my reselling but now about many different things. I'm 82 and still going!!!

wazzzzzup, Boomer ? … 😊

Your videos are incredibly engaging, and your content is outstanding! However, there might be certain factors preventing your views from growing. Let me know if you'd like me to share some insights to help improve this.

I wasn't pushing my channel. I figured I get serious after New Year, so I'm just having fun. Doing different challenges. People don't really need to start out with a niche because it changes as you figure out what you really want to do so don't be in a hurry. Let your channel evolve. Untill you're more sure of where you wanna go pivot, but have fun If you want to make something with UA-cam, you have to make it a job but it doesn't mean it has to be a exhausting frustrating job. It's already tough enough when there's so much you don't know and you're learning anyways keep bringing out the great videos so we can keep watching them.

Great update enjoying as I chased my rabbit around the living room😂 It's amazing how far you can go in one month when I started my first UA-cam channel. my first 6 videos. Omg what a mess.

I think that the imperfections in a video make it look more realistic. Real life imperfections are an attraction in themselves. Not every mistake has to be edited out. Correcting yourself live is the way things are in real life. Anyhow your video was great. Keep it up and don't give up.

Time traveling back five years and also to Kentucky. Time capsule with locusts and summer sounds. I'm from Tennessee just south of Kentucky- so the sounds are familiar.

new sub … you’re off to a great start ~ part deux 😉 another senior watching …

Wonderful video!

Good to see a new video and congrats on the numbers. Sure, they're modest, but hey, you're doing it. I'm in the same boat you were in, perfectionism. Or as I like to say "Paralysis by Analysis". Big fault of mine. It's funny how similar our thinking is about doing this. I just need to start, at least as a legacy of myself. I don't really know what niche, if any, I'll have. And just making commitment to myself to keep it up once I start but also go easy on myself if I slip at times. Looking forward to your next video, about whatever you have to share. Good Luck, Mark SATX!