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Jef Quin
Japan
Приєднався 24 кві 2019
A nomadic artist's video journal...
Uncurated thoughts and video projects from a carefree traveler, musician and creator.
The goal? Share my breakthroughs and journey. To inspire more authenticity and happiness...more carefreeness...more creativity...more adventure.
Life is a stage. Create a script you'd want to watch.
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Uncurated thoughts and video projects from a carefree traveler, musician and creator.
The goal? Share my breakthroughs and journey. To inspire more authenticity and happiness...more carefreeness...more creativity...more adventure.
Life is a stage. Create a script you'd want to watch.
:]
I failed.
A little over a month ago, I started posting on UA-cam (more seriously). I decided to try a challenge - to post 100 days straight.
I failed.
I was feeling guilty about failing as a creator or if anyone in my audience was confused and felt cheated. So I'm here to remind myself and anyone out there that failing is okay and a normal part of growth.
I failed this quasi-challenge, but I'm not stopping UA-cam. My purpose was to improve my camera speaking confidence and get more clarity about what this channel is even about. I did that.
The challenge was not fun and was leading to some burnout and overwhelm and poor quality ideas. So I'm stopping the challenge and continuing the YT journey.
Long story short, it's okay to fail. You will fail, unless you're not trying anything at all. Failure is a stepping stone. Embrace and love, it's the journey. And there are no destinations.
:]
#motivation #creatortips
I failed.
I was feeling guilty about failing as a creator or if anyone in my audience was confused and felt cheated. So I'm here to remind myself and anyone out there that failing is okay and a normal part of growth.
I failed this quasi-challenge, but I'm not stopping UA-cam. My purpose was to improve my camera speaking confidence and get more clarity about what this channel is even about. I did that.
The challenge was not fun and was leading to some burnout and overwhelm and poor quality ideas. So I'm stopping the challenge and continuing the YT journey.
Long story short, it's okay to fail. You will fail, unless you're not trying anything at all. Failure is a stepping stone. Embrace and love, it's the journey. And there are no destinations.
:]
#motivation #creatortips
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How I stay calm, creative and stoked
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I have this mindset...a framework I like to see everything around me through. It's simple. Potentially trite. It's this: Everything, from this point moving forward, is just a bonus. It's all extra. I have everything I need. It's all enough. I'm stoked on everything I've done and all I'm doing. All future stuff are just bonuses...extra...additions I don't need. This motivates me, keeps me calm a...
The power of discomfort
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This is a framework that motivates me to push through uncomfortable, difficult things. It's the yin and yang of everything. In my creative work, I struggle with motivation and inspiration. Inaction can snowball into no progress and no results. This creates more stress and more inaction. Obviously, the solution is to take more action. But a mindset shift is needed. So I use this as a reminder to...
Care less, do better (et cetera et cetera)
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Care less, do better (et cetera et cetera)
Why everyone should be a content creator...
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Why everyone should be a content creator...
Chasing your dreams is stressful (but the alternative is worse)
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Chasing your dreams is stressful (but the alternative is worse)
If you’re an artist, it’s okay to take a break (it's a recovery period)
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If you’re an artist, it’s okay to take a break (it's a recovery period)
I lost my singing voice (so here are 2 ways I practice creative patience)
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I lost my singing voice (so here are 2 ways I practice creative patience)
This Tokyo construction is a creative metaphor (it's just what I needed)
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This Tokyo construction is a creative metaphor (it's just what I needed)
My productivity hack for better creative work (do nothing)
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My productivity hack for better creative work (do nothing)
Authenticity hack: fail your way to new and original ideas
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Authenticity hack: fail your way to new and original ideas
Remember your 100 subscribers celebration (because that's amazing)
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Remember your 100 subscribers celebration (because that's amazing)
Am I a creator? (the truth about becoming a content creator)
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Am I a creator? (the truth about becoming a content creator)
For when you feel like nothing is working out
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For when you feel like nothing is working out
Do a 100-day challenge (here's why + 6 tips to do it right)
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Do a 100-day challenge (here's why 6 tips to do it right)
How to stress less and become totally chill in life (12 moves)
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How to stress less and become totally chill in life (12 moves)
Don't set creative goals (do this instead)
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Don't set creative goals (do this instead)
25 powerful quotes that sparked paradigm shifts in my life
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25 powerful quotes that sparked paradigm shifts in my life
How to be more creative (8 things that always work for me)
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How to be more creative (8 things that always work for me)
Manifestation is just a simple math equation
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Manifestation is just a simple math equation
The secret that changed my life and motivation
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The secret that changed my life and motivation
What would happen if you uploaded a video everyday for 100 days?
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What would happen if you uploaded a video everyday for 100 days?
The truth about starting a new life (a short iPhone film)
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The truth about starting a new life (a short iPhone film)
Driving in the rain (a short film for a rainy day mood) #filmmaking
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Driving in the rain (a short film for a rainy day mood) #filmmaking
I agree 100% with everything you said
@@paeluyoutube !If you know you know! Hah thanks man :)
Hello, I was searching around for someone like you, or the advise you give. Just checked out your post about too many hobbies, or let's call it passions. I really liked the way you presented it and the whole attitude about it. Talk about failing. I could write a book about it. I'm still here. 76 years old and still doing a bunch of stuff that people sometimes comment ...why are you doing that. Because I want to I say. Thanks for your content. Now, time to, get it.
@@tomalleeson4573 I love this! I’m stoked to hear Tom and really appreciate it It’s inspiring to hear you’re still crushing it, even if other people don’t understand or are too nervous to do it themselves, love it Life is a game, have fun and stumble with a smile is my motto haha Cheers to you!
@@jefquin Cheers!
Honnestly I like most of your songs ideas they're really great.
@@marilouburnel ah Marilou! Thank you so much! that really means a lot :)
MATE no worries. Don’t hamper your creativity for the sake of quantity. Hell yeah on the stepping stone idea, you’ll get to where you want to go. Failing is learning and if that was just learning what you want to prioritize as you keep creating here then it’s absolutely a win. Stay strong my friend
!! you know it! yea man, it's so true -- it's all about enjoying the ride and staying patient for me thanks for the love -- cheers!
Good song :)
ah thanks Marilou! :)
I really resonate with your vibe! Love the video!! And the way you film yourself, it feels like a conversation with a friend. Keep it up!
ah man thanks! That's totally my goal too for most of these talking head vids -- minimal, conversational -- like a public journal hah so I'm stoked to hear! cheers man and thanks again :)
Jesus LOVES you! Please give your life to Him today! :) Please DON'T TAKE THE COVID "V" injection! I had a dream that God showed me that whoever takes the "V" will not go to Heaven!! Also please DON'T take any other vaccines because the same thing that is in the COVID "V" injection is in all other vaccines! Please don't tattoo the numbers ''666'' anywhere on your body as I think that is another form of the Mark of the Beast spoken of in the Bible. Lastly, please DON'T put any kind of microchip inside your body. You don't know what is in there. Jesus LOVES you! Please don't be scared, and come to him ASAP, before it's too late! :)
Nice :)
thank you! :)
This channel has been such an amazing corner of the internet to stumble onto. Thank you so much for doing this, these videos, these ponderings. I find it so inspirational in its rawness. Seriously, you are helping me out of my creative inaction and re-inspiring my love for introspection.
James, man thank you so much! This is really awesome to hear - I’m hoping my thoughts and whatnot are hitting somewhere, so this is all I needed to keep going. Cheers to you! The world is waiting on your epic stuff man
Sir this is a Wendy’s
hahah! so true, love it
@@jefquinyeah bro I was just playing, good advice tho keep going
@@Rg-kp4nw ah for sure, I’m with you haha
Omg I've been doing this a lot this week. Just eating with no distractions. Slows me down so much
Oh nice! That’s awesome man, yea I forget to do it sometimes, but whenever I do, I chill way down - plus the food tastes better haha
Music in background -> @AmbientWithFlute
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!! 🙏 :)
And the Japanese have the most interesting structures. Check the Foundation's Corners and see if they have Giant Springs under them? Very Cool... I had a Japanese building book; most all in Wood. Their Joints are the most Awesome Puzzle Pieces you'll ever find in wood buildings. Happy Trails Jef Take some classes while you're there / you won't regret it, you'll fall in Love with Japanese..
Thank you! Yea totally agree - especially older buildings. They’re so architecturally inspiring. I love the snapshot of history and mixed with design and art, so cool! I’ll keep learning while I’m here! Always ha!
When I hear people talk about other's lives and gossip about their superiority; That's exactly what I ask about their own development; "What have you built? ". or what are you building?" I get it.. This is the Golden Era and I think many of us are Reaching for Building the New Everything and Getting Rid of the Otherthings... Godspeed dude.. One step at a time / listen to your heart and your minds eye..
!! Yea for sure - it’s important to step back and chill too. I don’t need a skyscraper haha But I hear you!
Yes, you keep chipping away, you think you are building something then the citizen tax bill turns up in your mailbox and you realise with a start that the sand foundation supporting your dreams has been taken away....
!! Oof, love the metaphors -- and yea it's vivid, I can relate haha But here we are, realizing sand and pouring a better foundation! :)
Why do so many people copy fashion trends. For men right now its beanies. No matter weather. WHY. Be original do not even try to copy dress to impress. Not impressive
and, life is with people. thank you
!! Unavoidable haha -- but metaphors abound! haha Thanks for watching!
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!! Thank you thank you :)
that was so peaceful :)
Ah thanks! It was a vibe for sure haha
Love your channel. Like a daily reminder/ motivator and perspective change.
ah hell yea man! Stoked to hear this! Of course, super thanks for watching :)
Being able to witness something being built can also show what people are capable of when they have a common goal amongst each other and work together. Both are easy to forget, considering we usually only see what was accomplished and rarely see the effort behind it.
ahh dude, for sure! that's a solid point, I totally missed it -- but yea, especially for collaboration or just the power of people working together towards some common goal. This metaphor is so convenient! lol Thanks for the add, good stuff :)
Exactly!! :)
You know it!!
I dont usually listen to music in the same genre as yours, though I don't think you can limit your music to 1 genre anyways. Despite this, I subscribed because you're really good. And songs like this make it worth it. Maybe I cant hear the subtle beauty of your other work, but this has that simple universal appeal that makes you wanna bob your head. I know its on guitar but I'll put it up there with some of the better ukulele songs. Alright, I'll leave you alone for another year or two haha I feel criticism or praise is below you, as in other's validation isnt what you want to focus on. In part to be free from those influences. I shouldnt even leave this comment. But oh well. Were just so different and worlds away but I see a lot of potential and also maybe you actually got your head on straight with this persistence. Keep on breathing, if ya want, ✌🏼
Ah man, this means a lot actually - that someone is out there, listening, noticing a bit haha - even just casually I try to stay pretty chill about my music - it’s a passion, but I try not to crave likes and all that…even though it’s always tight if someone digs it :] I genre jump for sure - it’s all mood based for me haha Now if I could only finish more projects for release haha…and maybe think about a content strategy…as mine is just terrible…awful haha But I don’t care too much about that - not trying for fame or anything, just sharing things that make me stoked Thanks for hanging out!
Love this. Thank you. I’ve curated my feed to include you.
Amazing! Thanks so much and super stoked to hear that haha :]
I like this metaphor, thanks Jef 👍😀
ah nice! stoked to hear and happy to help hah! :]
I get the same feeling from the birds outside in the morning. I get so happy when i hear them :)
Ah nice! Haha that’s way more peaceful sounding too - but solid perspective
Yeah. It's like with sports, rest is part of the process :)
!! exactly, right? I forget this still tho lol But oof, sports is probably the best analogy, should've used it in my video haha
Thank you for these videos ☺️ I just discovered your channel yesterday and I love it❣️ Simple, inspiring and just what I need at this time of my Life 🙏🏻 keep up the good work 😉 greetings from Slovenia ☺️
!thank you! And hello from Tokyo! I'm super stoked you're into them, they're definitely simple haha, but I'm having fun over here lol Thanks for watching and supporting!! :)
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thanks Jenaye! :)
@@jefquin Thank you!!
:) love the description
ah nice! haha, wasn't sure anyone would read down there -- ty!
Omg finally someone who understands how much the news really worries and affects me. Thank you for this video 🙏🏻 I know the big stuff will make its way to me anyway like you said and I can always fact check if need be but some ppl don’t understand why I don’t like to listen to it anymore and it is because it makes me feel so incredibly sad and worried sick most of the time.
I get you!! haha I'm happy you enjoyed it and yes, I understand, some people will be confused -- like "What do you mean you don't stay informed??" Step away, and suddenly you're happier -- crazy strategy lol cheers to you and this move! :)
@@jefquin it got too much for me when covid began and ever since. I still know about the big stuff but I don’t spend hours each day listening to or watching it. When I have previously, I end up in tears and feeling more worried than before Thank you for understanding me. I’ve. Been told “ you can’t avoid it” er well yes I can actually as much as possible. And it isn’t that I “ Don’t care” like some Think - rather that I care so much. That’s why it affects me.
@@julesm9081 absolutely! I'm with you -- there's no need to fill up space with things that make you feel worse, especially when you feel like you can't do anything about it. Letting go and noticing the stuff that makes me stoked on life and just happier is a simpler, more obvious equation -- so we got this! Especially since you feel things so deeply, that's a superpower, but I imagine it's difficult to manage when you're constantly surrounded by warning lights going off
@@jefquin exactly a million % agree with this. Thank you for understanding. Exactly 😔
@@jefquin and thank you for saying that about it being a super power that’s such a kind thing for you to say
Absolutely. It's 2024 🤷♀ you can be anything you want and take it in any direction you want. To me artists and content creators share the same core: they gather people around a persona, whether it be an act or who they actually are. Good video edits, billboards, radio ads... none of that matters if you don't build (or value) the relationship with your audience. That's my 2 cents :)
valuable 2 cents! Love your view and agree 100. It's liberating to know that good edits or technical checklists don't make or break your ability to create and show up. They're nice, if you enjoy them, but you, the artist, comes first. Thanks for add, love it :)
your second step evokes epic levels of stress that Im not sure if you're aware of. getting after or going after/pursuing a dream of some kind, is something I feel I've been doing for like, half of my life. there is nothing I want more, than to be s successful artist. I've poured my heart and soul into my art. have I achieved my dream? not even close lol I'll never stop creating art. but this whole...pursue your dreams, Im sorry, but that doesn't work for all. I have more dreams than just art. I'd love to get into acting. music. writing. dance. but all of that, provides me with tremendous stress. because I feel behind from where I should be, in order to see those dreams to fruition. if you mean just do something to distract yourself, start a hobby; that is different. I have many of those. but this...go after your dreams...it does nothing in order to help me de stress. if anything, it makes me feel time and life accelerating to top speed.
Ah thank you for sharing! I hear you, and you are correct. This is a solid point. Going after something you want is stressful. And I think it’s amazing you’ve committed that long I don’t know if this helps, but I like to shift focus away from the dream and the desire for it…to let go of how I think things should unfold…and instead I focus on the lifestyle and emotion the dream gets me - it’s easier to pursue and realize that. It’s the thing I actually want. When I embody those things, I feel like the dream part happens easier and more naturally as a result But going after a dream has created a lot of stress for me too And the act of pursuing them is giving them life So keep on, these dream things, they were never meant to be easy or quick But of course, I don’t want to cheapen or reduce your experience to some generic advice in a YT comment…or compare your experience to mine But I guess, the stress of not going after the dream is far greater than the pains I experience while chasing them Much love ✌️
I saw the thumbnail and was convinced you were Elle Cordova with a fake beard for a second lol
lol really?? well she's super cool so I'll take it haha
Awesome video :) Truth is some things take time. But I found that realising that time will pass anyway helped me. Your mind becomes clearer when you don't clutter it with potential problems and expectations. Stay cool Jef
Thank you! And absolutely -- love that perspective too. Time's going to pass anyways and a lot of that clutter noise is all in our heads. Nice add -- thanks for stopping by! :)
Mercii
Ça me fait plaisir!
Been watching your videos (trying to catch up). I absolutely love this. I do something similiar with categories. I do physical, personal, social, educational and financial goals/ directions. I might try using these categories soon though
Haha thanks for catching up! I’m on a marathon run currently lol Yea yea! Categories help so much right?? Dig your approach :)
When I found this video, it had 444 views! I knew righy away, your video must have something special for me!
Ahh epic! I hope i delivered! Haha Thanks so much :)
3 hit me a lil hard oh shit
Right?? Same first time I heard it hah
I really like the last step of baby steps. Great video!
!Stoked to hear! - yea I love that one too, a little at a time always helps me simplify things :) Cheers and thanks!
Your thumbnail looks like some confused, high hobo in a drab hospital room. Change that, then throw 100 bucks to advertise your next good video and you'll probably make it. You seem to have the insights and aura to help many people out there.
lol thank you
Thumbnail was the reason i clicked
@@geri2793 ah ha! thanks :) I like my cardboard box background lol
Nothing wrong with the thumbnail ! In my opinion
@@julesm9081 ah ha!! thank you!! haha
Damn you post almost daily... I saw another of your video and then saw you channel hope you become big :] Randomly the color of your eyes match the color of your wall background Quite beautiful.
a ha! I've actually planned it all, so my colors would all match haha but thank you tho! haha And yea, I'm doing a little challenge of posting everyday for like, idk, 100 days -- want to get some clarity and connect with some cool people :) !
Something so beautiful about your aura. I can't Pin Point it. But something beautiful about this video, it feel like this video continues into your life and i hope it does into mine too :]] Hope you have a great day I had a bass guitar in my hand that i played to the video felt good fr :3
Ahhh wow, this is so nice! I'm super stoked on this, and hoping I can pass on some of these vibes to you for sure haha Cheers to you!
I thought I made a mistake once. Turns out I was mistaken.
Nice! That’s a solid one - and so true No mistakes, then no growth 👏👏
Manifestation only seems silly when you're not conscious of the fact that you're always choosing what to think and therefore feel, and that that is the determining factor of what you experience in life. As soon as you become conscious this, it suddenly becomes the most important and sensical thing there is. Great vid and very much relatable thank you.
This! We all manifest, we’re just usually unaware of it - spot on man Nice add
Okay, I will
Yea yea, ya Gotta do it! Hah always worth it! Stoked to see it :)
Yea it makes perfect sense. We're conditioned to seek outside validation to confirm who we are which creates anxiety and confusion because everyone will tell us something different. When you decide you're the person you desire to be, mentally and emotionally, that becomes who you are. The moment that happens is the moment the circumstances of you life begin to reflect that because they must. That's how reality works. Great vid brother.
Love it! So true -- I used to get hung up on that outside validation thing so much, especially with art and creative stuff. But like you said, the moment you decide you are who you aim to be, everything changes. Thanks for the love and cheers man!
woah. i didn’t realize how much resistance is often associated with the word “goals” until now. this really clicked, thank you.
!! I’m stoked to hear :) And yea, it helps me reframe the resistance for sure
love this 💗
aye! thank you! carefreeness, always the answer lol :)