“I make UA-cam videos because I want there to be proof that I existed” wow that hit me right in the feels, I didn’t even realize that’s one of the reasons I do it until you said it
Btw Ladies and Gentleman, this video is the exact proof of what betting on yourself looks like. The courage to just make whatever you want for your own intrinsic reasons is the most empowering thing of all, despite whatever these algorithms say
I’m a 48 year old fart and I’m interested in this video so you never know who likes you! Keep at it girl, you have a special skill of connecting with people. ❤❤❤❤
U could have 5 views and have 1 person out of that 5 could completely relates to what your talking about and u have a positive impact their life ! Overlook the view number on your videos, keep creating, and naturally that number is going to take care of itself. I like the reason u said on why you do it so others might see a deeper view of you. Keep Goin!!
Same except I don’t use the words “No one listens to” because if you have people listening even 1 person, acknowledging them is absolutely important to me, it’s also truthful, if you focus on the lack, you get more lack, so I’m going to focus on the thousands and a few hundreds of people who’ve watched my videos. Even if one of my videos has 22 views. Other ones have thousands. But even if there wasn’t there IS still people watching and listening to you :) ❤so keep going. If it’s what you love.
I’m not sure if you have a channel where you share your music? Or do you literally only play for yourself? Otherwise I will just say: there’s still someone listening. YOU. :) so that’s one person.
I have put off making videos for yearssssss... But the universe has been screaming at me louder and louder to do so. I have recorded and hidden so many videos already, haha, but I am so ready to just rip the bandaid and just do it. I resonate with literally everything your said. I'm watching and will continue to
Do it girl❤ I’m in the same position I’m finding the courage to post my first video on instagram and tic toc. I will do it this week❤❤ Good luck if. I can do it u can too
I loved this video. I'm the oldest of the millennials but I relate to so much of what you said. I started vlogging years ago because I liked sharing things, I liked talking to people, and always felt like there was someone there listening to me. Even now, in my 2.0 version, numbers are not what they used to be but there's always someone there to watch, to listen to what I have to say. Keep making videos girl!
"I have so many thoughts and so many opinions. I have such a deep desire to share my opinions. . ." my thoughts EXACTLY. THANK YOU FOR THIS! I can't stress this enough😭
"i have so many thoughts and opinions i want to share, but no one to share with" I really felt that, thank you for making this video and cheering me up today
Ok, I know you weren't trying to inspire anyone to start a youtube channel but here we are... Every now and then I have to drop to my knees, and thank the algorithm gods for bringing me a video I would not otherwise have found... And today is one of those days... What a beautiful soul you are... Thank You for just being here and being you... I'm not Gen Z... more like Gen X... My first video on UA-cam is dated November 2008... in 15 years it's had like 16 views.... for me It was a diary documenting thing my my divorce... my then wife left with our 10 day old daughter and moved back to Nebraska... I made videos to document everything that came after and keep my sanity... Which is why it doesn't bother me that no one's ever watched them... I'm a photographer, I photograph people. I want to start a photography UA-cam channel.But I don't want it to be like all the other photographer youtube channels... I want it to be more like a diary or a vlog... and you just reminded me that is still possible... I remember a time when UA-cam was not a competition. And everyone was not so hyper focused on making money. Honestly, at that time... (2005-6-7-8) the only channels that I subscribed to were channels like yours. Just someone sitting and talking about their life, goals, dreams, or just the crappy day they had at work... many just needed to vent... and be heard... even if no one was watching... You felt a genuine connection with another human being who was just like you and trying to get through their day... I'm nearly in tears remembering this... Thank You... Sorry I've written a novella in you comments.... Be well, I subscribed... looking forward to whatever you share in the future... Did I say Thank You?!
You have such a gentle energy, very healing video for me who's just started making videos who's been thinking about doing so for at least 7-8 years and have been having a lot of anxiety about it, thank you! ✨
Omg this is why I just decided to make videos too. I wanted to practice my speech and get comfortable online and in front of the camera. I realized after posting a few that having a UA-cam channel is like having a space of our own to share our thoughts, and see our progress and journey of life grow as we continue posting. Like you said, it’s nice to have videos to look back on later. I love what you said about why you made UA-cam videos as proof that you exist. Yes, like a diary and a space of your own.
i think the internet, social media, and videos are a great way to be a capsule. Not just you but for any next generations of people who stumble upon your vids. they get a sense of how life was like right now.
Idk why this popped up on my recommended but listening to this just inspired me. UA-cam algorithm with another W, That audience and money is coming to you
Just came across this and wow!! I can relate to this 100%!! I started my UA-cam asmr channel in April of this year, I’ve been extremely blessed to have people subscribe and support.. but for the longest time I hesitated on creating my channel. Until I realized that I should do it because it’s something I was passionate about, my videos could maybe help someone, and simply because I wanted to live my life authentically and the way I wanted to. The lesson here is TAKE A BET ON YOURSELF!! ♥️ wishing you all the success 🫶
I really enjoyed the way you talk, nice voice. For me my UA-cam has always been a kind of archieve too, to see my art progress, but in the past couple of years I kinda lost track of it, because I started questioning "who would even watch something lke this?". But your video motivated me a bit more to just keep going and make videos because it's fun. Sharing won't hurt, who knows, maybe people will find them interesting. I mean, there are really weird videos out there that people seem to enjoy, so I can only be better than that :)
this is so relatable. i make videos knowing that they're not being watched en masse but it feels like a great way to say "i'm here, i exist, my life is happening." whether other people see them or not, i go back & watch my own video diaries with so much love in my heart. at the end you threaten to keep making regular videos and i hope that you do!! we need more real life representation on mr. beast's internet lol
I’m here while this video is currently at 60k.. wow! This video was very encouraging and inspiring. I’ve learned a lot from gen z over the last few years (95 baby here). Keep up the great work!
I've wanted to be a youtuber since I was 12. It's my longest standing dream I guess. I've now started making videos (on another channel) and I now get why people make videos at all. Social media creates community and I feel seen when people relate with me and enjoy my videos! I didn't know it would be so satisfying and validating to have people communicate with me online? I think it's because I have a very small group of friends who don't really share my interests. I also saw a video called 'create or be consumed' and it made me realise that if I was not creating, I'd keep consume other people's videos because UA-cam is my passion and pass time. Not to say that I don't watch UA-cam anymore but as I have started creating more, I realised that the reason why I watched so much of it is because I wanted to see my creativity reflected in others' videos and I wanted them to say the things that I wanted to say if I only had a yt channel.
I’ve been doing videos for 4 years now and often feel like nobody is watching. Yet I can’t stop doing it bc I love it. (Or someone comments that shows me at least someone is watching and resonating). Someone told me last week that the algorithm is often like playing roulette. I thought that was a great metaphor. ❤❤
ur so right, and this video was meanttttt for me omg. becoming 'mysterious' is a trend now, it seems like I have to hide myself to be liked but I don't allow myself to feel guilty for being an expressive person. just like you, I like taking up space and post what I like. if someone likes being mysterious or lowkey, then it's not a big deal either as long as it makes them happy!
Yeah, you're like me. We are so up in our heads and we don't know if anyone is even interested...and here's the thing, I've wanted to do videos to find my tribe too.. never for the money, but I'm not as brave as you are. But I AM happy that there's someone else who thinks just like me. So hi, nice to meet you! Don't stop. I'm listening, and I understand.
You are absolutely correct. There IS an audience for you. There are people that will connect with you in a way that's unlike how they'd connect with anyone else. They will seek out your videos, just like there are people on UA-cam whose videos you seek out. Keep being you. Enjoy the journey. (I'm telling myself this, too, at the same time.) Remember, sharing is cathartic. P.S. Love your mic.
felt so extremely. T.T out of all the videos encouraging people to "just make videos" and "don't think too much, just move forward" and "be your own niche" and "it's the time now more than ever!!" i think that this one really connected the most, and you really freaking exactly Get It. if any video will be the one to get me editing and uploading, it's this one! thanx >_
Honestly, I don't know how I got here, but I'm glad I'm here! I feel the same way on my UA-cam Journey. Make what I want for fun.. not for anyone but I. Great video! Deodorant Mic is wild lol
I need to get back to making videos and just not care if anyone watches, because you're right it's a way to log our life and have something to look back on. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
i say something similar. i think a slow rise is a blessing. virality puts you in a box, and requires you to keep making the thing that made you viral. it doesnt give you enough room to develop your own identity. also you're adorable! thanks for yapping lol.
You've genuinely motivated me to actually start making videos and stop making excuses. Keep doing what you're doing you're a huge help to the world even if you might not see it yet !! ♡ 🦋
Started 5 years ago, still at it and it does pay off if you keep at it and remember to evolve your content. While I’m not “successful” per se I have become a much better creator and my content reflects it. I think what assisted in my growth the most was letting go of an upload schedule and relying on building hype for videos through community tab and networking. When I stopped doing 1 video a week and started writing full blown essays and studying editing of other creators. Like reallly paying attention. Taking my time with editing to make the video I see in my head as best I can. Once I did that, my videos started getting more attention and I eventually got in contact with some bigger creators that shouted me out. Quality>Quantity
i love the way you talk, and how you talk about things. i hope you will keep making videos as long as youd like to because you are being that person that someone would want to listen to. 💕💕💕
this video got recommended to me without searching for it, i haven't ever seen something like this before, but i relate to what you said. glad to have found your channel :)
As a seasoned creator myself, I completely understand where you're coming from. It's easy to lose sight of the fact that with growth comes patience and persistence. The "starter" phase can be daunting, but everyone begins somewhere. Your insights are spot on-there's an audience for everything, and yes, even for your content. It's important to keep your mission in mind and continue sharing your passion. Remember, every view counts towards making an impact. Keep pursuing your purpose! Best wishes - Antoinette Yvonne
I love this video was recommended to me! It proves the formulas for the UA-cam algorithm are wrong. And it’s the inspiration, sign and liberation I needed. I love what you’re doing here! 😊
This video inspired me to continue working on my channel! I've always been fond of content creation, and just the ability to share my voice online is therapeutic! Keep it up girl!
Proud to say I make YT videos and have for the past year that aren't watched and only have 156 subs, AND im always the first viewer lol! For me, the spirituality/intuitive guidance space is sooo full but I LOVE it still❤ and I won't stop! But 😊the unspoken blessing is attracting the tribe & right humans (nor scammers or bots)! So really, we have it the best lol! You have a new sub in me❤
Wow. Thank you so much. You made me feel more seen. I feel more ready to share myself. My fear has always been perception, but as I conquer that in my personal space I no longer feel as afraid. I do still struggle with knowing what to talk about, Ive had a bad relationship with knowing enough in the past and having low self-worth, but I guess the most endearing videos are like this, just an honest experience. You don’t have to necessarily orchestrate a huge production about a topic. I want people to know this rich inner world I have, and show others who I am, open up about ideas and creative projects. Thank you for this!
i keep hearing people say that "vlogs are dead:, but then, especially recently, i've come across videos like this. and they are not only interesting but have that personal connection between the viewer and creator. and that's what i love about videos/creators like you. i think vlogs have evolved (the good ones at least, the ones that are not just attempts at video social media cash grabs) into more videos diaries or video journals. that's what not only my doc keeps saying and mental health tips on youtube and various articles are always saying: keep a daily journal. i hate writing. my hand writing is atrocious and i never remember to look back at my notes lol. so kudos to you on 7 years of you video journal ☝🤓 i thoroughly enjoyed and subbed
I relate to this so much especially the yapping!!! You want to shout into the void, but then the yapping continues. There’s an audience for everyone, but finding that is such a struggle.
Just subbed and was very inspired by you making videos no one watches because UA-cam is filled with influencers looking for reactions from audiences for popularity and not so much for feed back. Keep doing what you’re doing girl! Loved your vid.
Dude, as a fellow "unsuccessful youtuber," I can totally relate. It's a blessing to not have met that filter just yet and still, there's always that all-too-human want to progress to a "better" future without enjoying the present. Sorry for subscribing and liking the video haha.
Whether you know it or not so many of us can relate. You are not alone. Many will watch and criticize, but won’t have the courage to do what you’re doing. I appreciate seeing NORMAL people on YT. It definitely gives hope to others💜💜 Oh and uuhhh.. Epic Mic!
This is proof that you never know when your time is coming!! This video going crazy and I love it so raw and uncut! I’m so happy for you!!! Im on the same boat and feels horrible to spend so many hours into something you love and want to share just to get a few views. But I was just realizing last night that when it’s all said and done and I man no longer physically here in person my daughters and grandkids will Too want to know about their generation or relive memories and that is now becoming my passion. I’m sure with time and the more I put myself out there my moment will come. I have a huge goal to spend as much time with my children as possible and create as many memories as I can! If I can do that and be financially free all while journaling my life with my kiddos and sharing it with people who care to see what I post is all I can dream about! IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU AND THIS PROVES IT MIGHT JUST HAPPEN FOR ME ONE DAY
2:22 I feel this!! I see myself as the oldest end of gen z. I borrowed VHS tapes from the library, but didn’t have TikTok in high school (we briefly had musical.ly) - and tbh I am so glad for that.
Girly, you made me get teary watching and listening to this video..and if there weren’t people around me atm, I probably would have burst out crying for a whole 30 mins or somethin’ 😭 And I’m about to type you a whole essay (hope you don’t mind; you don’t have to read it, I really just needed an outlet to babble) but so much of what you said resonated with me, I just have to say something back. First of all, tysm for making this video and sharing it with us; I’m so glad I came across this. Second of all, I love your vibe and personality; like you’re so laid-back but also so intelligent and funny too! Third of all, I don’t have much free time nowadays but if I ever do, I literally wouldn’t mind listening to you Yap-yap-yap 😆 One of the reasons that I started making YT videos was also to serve as evidence that I existed, I didn’t want me to be gone one day and no one would even know that I was ever even on this planet. I want more people to know about me, know of me, what I was like, what I enjoy, what makes me smile, what makes me laugh, how I react & perceive things, what I’m good at, what I suck at, and what I would be like if I fully allowed myself to be myself. In my real current life, I don’t get to reach/interact with much people and the ones that I’m surrounded by are people who wouldn’t be capable of appreciating me the way that I truly am; that’s why I can never freely be myself around them. In the videos that I film of myself, I’m much more raw and real and I’m honestly less afraid to share it online with the YT world than with people I know in real life. That’s why no one I know in real life (with exception of 1 person) even knows that I have this YT channel. I feel on YT, I might have more chances of encountering people who might be able to appreciate and find my character entertaining, like “Oh, I wouldn’t mind having a friend like her” or “LOL, I can watch this girl be her silly self for hours on end 😅” (And also if anyone ever misses me after I’ve already been gone, perhaps they can re-experience a little piece of me by watching some of my videos) I started my YT channel a couple years ago and at that time the main reason I did so was I needed something to get my mind off of something else that was bothering me and driving me crazy. I needed to channel my time & energy elsewhere as opposed to focus on something that was simply outside of my control. Then when the pandemic hit, and I had a buttload of free time, I started pumping out a long-form video a day almost like a challenge, lol. Granted, my motivators and reasons for continuing to do YT have changed throughout the years. And as of recent, I guess I got caught up in the chase..hoping for the sliver of chance at going viral, a lot of times it leaves me feeling dejected and frustrated cuz the majority of the time, the numbers don’t look good. I started trying to do what’s trendy, I don’t even bother with posting the tons & tons of videos that I’ve already recorded (tho not edited & that’s honestly the hardest part lol) just cuz I don’t think they’d perform well/no one would really wanna watch them. I guess I unconsciously stopped myself from originally sharing whatever the heck it is that I wanna share to only trying to pump out content that I think people would wanna watch. And it gets a little annoying cuz if a particular video does well & earned me a handful of new subscribers I’d be lowkey hesitant to push out content of a different topic/genre. But the thing is, I don’t want to tie myself to a certain niche, I just wanna be able to share random things from my life that I feel like sharing. So, it’s sorta been a push-and-pull of whether fulfilling my own random desires and jeopardizing my channel’s performance or remaining somewhat relevant 🤷🏻♀ Geezus, this thing’s gotten so long I kinda lost track of what I was really supposed to say 🤣 Anways, I just wanna say that I agree with pretty much everything you said and that thanks so much for giving me the push/wake-up call to start churning out all the random videos that I’ve made the effort to record but haven’t gotten around to sharing with the world.
Very relatable inputs & also encouraging hearing your thoughts behind the intent! Never stop creating & chasing the things that make you feel fulfilled 💫
Yes, everyone has their people that will connect most with them. Keep going even if it doesn’t go very far. Love your mic 🎤 lol. But same here, can totally relate.
I subscribed to you because of this video. You're voice and vibe is super smoothing... plus you are lowkey hilarious. Hope you become a millionaire through here! Oh and.... you matter!
Ohmygod, you are adorable. And I don’t mean it in an condescending way. You remind me of my baby sister who is also similarly at the cusp of 2 generations and I just loved your video. Maybe I’ll understand her a little better now iA.
You motivated me I have been the same way and now I am going to matter to my self and exist. I am going to make videos to record myself and have a record.
"Why I make videos noone watches"
*Everyone starts watching it*
real.
I can vouch for it since this is the first video I've seen from this channel
yt is such a troll lol
everyone is so messy
Yup. 3K likes and 24,664 views as of May 14, 2024 (5:36:00 EST)
The mic being deodarant >>>
Literally getting one and doing it next video
I didn't really notice it until people pointed it out 😅 It's a nice idea
Kelly Stamps core😂😂…or this creator could’ve been doing this for years and I would have no idea
@@KYLETISZAI getting one?!?!? you ain't buying deodorant for non-microphone use?!?!?!?!
Iconic.
The algorithm wants everyone to watch this video 😅
😂😂
It’s a conspiracy
That is how I ended up watching it!
Because UA-cam wants to inspire you and me to make free content for YT. While small creators don't make money on their videos, YT makes more
This showed up on my homepage and I’ve never searched for this topic :) Keep creating! People will see it!
exactly it just shows up in my feed nice work though
Amen, same here!!
Me too!
Me too
Same!
“I make UA-cam videos because I want there to be proof that I existed” wow that hit me right in the feels, I didn’t even realize that’s one of the reasons I do it until you said it
😭😭 facts!
Btw Ladies and Gentleman, this video is the exact proof of what betting on yourself looks like. The courage to just make whatever you want for your own intrinsic reasons is the most empowering thing of all, despite whatever these algorithms say
Sometimes the algo sucks
YUP.
“Proof I existed”. Dang that hit hard. Thank you for existing and creating.
Indeed.
ngl this video may go viral I think
I fear you may be right
Does almost 10k views count as viral?
@@CherryLipstick6x3compared to her other videos having less than a thousand, it is certainly a formidable amount
@@CherryLipstick6x3 16k now
@@papayapoe I hope you are doing well with all the views this video is getting! This is a great video, thank you!
the part about wanting there to be proof that you existed and to be fully understood 🥺 i feel less alone and inspired to do the same, thank you :]
“You might be someone people can connect to that they don’t have in the real world” ❤️
A wise person told me "your vibe will attract your tribe" so keep Viking. I mean Viking, *vibing.
I’m a 48 year old fart and I’m interested in this video so you never know who likes you! Keep at it girl, you have a special skill of connecting with people. ❤❤❤❤
U could have 5 views and have 1 person out of that 5 could completely relates to what your talking about and u have a positive impact their life ! Overlook the view number on your videos, keep creating, and naturally that number is going to take care of itself. I like the reason u said on why you do it so others might see a deeper view of you. Keep Goin!!
For just one person everything is worth it ❤
I needed to see this!!! I'm struggling with UA-cam and this just made my day ❤
Thank you for this comment!
im so happy that this video went viral!!! you seem like a really cool person :D best of luck!
I relate to this as a musician that makes music no one listens to. I can’t stop because it’s a part of me.
Same except I don’t use the words “No one listens to” because if you have people listening even 1 person, acknowledging them is absolutely important to me, it’s also truthful, if you focus on the lack, you get more lack, so I’m going to focus on the thousands and a few hundreds of people who’ve watched my videos. Even if one of my videos has 22 views. Other ones have thousands. But even if there wasn’t there IS still people watching and listening to you :) ❤so keep going. If it’s what you love.
I’m not sure if you have a channel where you share your music? Or do you literally only play for yourself? Otherwise I will just say: there’s still someone listening. YOU. :) so that’s one person.
Same here I feel your pain
😢🥹❤️
Same.
"No one wants to listen to this, but you do" So true. I found myself stopping what I was doing to just listen to you.
I have put off making videos for yearssssss... But the universe has been screaming at me louder and louder to do so. I have recorded and hidden so many videos already, haha, but I am so ready to just rip the bandaid and just do it. I resonate with literally everything your said. I'm watching and will continue to
Do it girl❤ I’m in the same position I’m finding the courage to post my first video on instagram and tic toc. I will do it this week❤❤ Good luck if. I can do it u can too
The title alone has attracted views to this video. That's why I'm here after it just popped up on my home page.
You’re in the algorithm. Your vids are turning up on my homepage, therefor people are starting to watch.
girl you are so gorgeous and your aura is so calm and serene dont ever let anybody speak down on you queen
Make videos YOU love. Don’t worry about the algorithm or appealing to people. The joy is in the fulfilment and everything else will follow. ❤
I loved this video. I'm the oldest of the millennials but I relate to so much of what you said. I started vlogging years ago because I liked sharing things, I liked talking to people, and always felt like there was someone there listening to me. Even now, in my 2.0 version, numbers are not what they used to be but there's always someone there to watch, to listen to what I have to say. Keep making videos girl!
"I have so many thoughts and so many opinions. I have such a deep desire to share my opinions. . ." my thoughts EXACTLY. THANK YOU FOR THIS! I can't stress this enough😭
That's a cherishing mindset, and I hope your ideas continue to flourish and come to life
"i have so many thoughts and opinions i want to share, but no one to share with"
I really felt that, thank you for making this video and cheering me up today
Ok, I know you weren't trying to inspire anyone to start a youtube channel but here we are... Every now and then I have to drop to my knees, and thank the algorithm gods for bringing me a video I would not otherwise have found... And today is one of those days... What a beautiful soul you are... Thank You for just being here and being you... I'm not Gen Z... more like Gen X... My first video on UA-cam is dated November 2008... in 15 years it's had like 16 views.... for me It was a diary documenting thing my my divorce... my then wife left with our 10 day old daughter and moved back to Nebraska... I made videos to document everything that came after and keep my sanity... Which is why it doesn't bother me that no one's ever watched them... I'm a photographer, I photograph people. I want to start a photography UA-cam channel.But I don't want it to be like all the other photographer youtube channels... I want it to be more like a diary or a vlog... and you just reminded me that is still possible... I remember a time when UA-cam was not a competition. And everyone was not so hyper focused on making money. Honestly, at that time... (2005-6-7-8) the only channels that I subscribed to were channels like yours. Just someone sitting and talking about their life, goals, dreams, or just the crappy day they had at work... many just needed to vent... and be heard... even if no one was watching... You felt a genuine connection with another human being who was just like you and trying to get through their day... I'm nearly in tears remembering this... Thank You...
Sorry I've written a novella in you comments.... Be well, I subscribed... looking forward to whatever you share in the future... Did I say Thank You?!
Hey fellow UA-cam vet! I've been on here as long as you have and you're telling the truth.
wow 7 years?? Thats impressive.
Right, be consistent. You are getting something out of it and the people watching are as well.
You have such a gentle energy, very healing video for me who's just started making videos who's been thinking about doing so for at least 7-8 years and have been having a lot of anxiety about it, thank you! ✨
You're authentic. You're secure with who you are. You're unique. You're different. I admire that about you. You're a gem.
Omg this is why I just decided to make videos too. I wanted to practice my speech and get comfortable online and in front of the camera. I realized after posting a few that having a UA-cam channel is like having a space of our own to share our thoughts, and see our progress and journey of life grow as we continue posting. Like you said, it’s nice to have videos to look back on later.
I love what you said about why you made UA-cam videos as proof that you exist. Yes, like a diary and a space of your own.
GenX here. Young lady you are wise beyond your years. I’m interested in following your journey. You’ve earned a sub.
Yeah, just keep being you, it takes time to grow Good luck
i think the internet, social media, and videos are a great way to be a capsule. Not just you but for any next generations of people who stumble upon your vids. they get a sense of how life was like right now.
Exactly
Wow so true
Yes but beware of just putting it on digital only. Physical media and archives are important. The Internet isn't as FOREVER as people think
@@gregmedina9294 what physical media and methods of archiving do you recommend?
Idk why this popped up on my recommended but listening to this just inspired me. UA-cam algorithm with another W, That audience and money is coming to you
Just came across this and wow!! I can relate to this 100%!! I started my UA-cam asmr channel in April of this year, I’ve been extremely blessed to have people subscribe and support.. but for the longest time I hesitated on creating my channel. Until I realized that I should do it because it’s something I was passionate about, my videos could maybe help someone, and simply because I wanted to live my life authentically and the way I wanted to. The lesson here is TAKE A BET ON YOURSELF!! ♥️ wishing you all the success 🫶
8:17-8:32 might just be the most profound and honest justification I have encountered for why having a youtube channel is worth the effort.
I really enjoyed the way you talk, nice voice. For me my UA-cam has always been a kind of archieve too, to see my art progress, but in the past couple of years I kinda lost track of it, because I started questioning "who would even watch something lke this?". But your video motivated me a bit more to just keep going and make videos because it's fun. Sharing won't hurt, who knows, maybe people will find them interesting. I mean, there are really weird videos out there that people seem to enjoy, so I can only be better than that :)
this is so relatable. i make videos knowing that they're not being watched en masse but it feels like a great way to say "i'm here, i exist, my life is happening." whether other people see them or not, i go back & watch my own video diaries with so much love in my heart.
at the end you threaten to keep making regular videos and i hope that you do!! we need more real life representation on mr. beast's internet lol
I’m here while this video is currently at 60k.. wow! This video was very encouraging and inspiring. I’ve learned a lot from gen z over the last few years (95 baby here). Keep up the great work!
Her time for breakthrough on UA-cam has finally arrived!
I've wanted to be a youtuber since I was 12. It's my longest standing dream I guess. I've now started making videos (on another channel) and I now get why people make videos at all. Social media creates community and I feel seen when people relate with me and enjoy my videos! I didn't know it would be so satisfying and validating to have people communicate with me online? I think it's because I have a very small group of friends who don't really share my interests.
I also saw a video called 'create or be consumed' and it made me realise that if I was not creating, I'd keep consume other people's videos because UA-cam is my passion and pass time. Not to say that I don't watch UA-cam anymore but as I have started creating more, I realised that the reason why I watched so much of it is because I wanted to see my creativity reflected in others' videos and I wanted them to say the things that I wanted to say if I only had a yt channel.
Thank you for sharing, and I like your take! The community is definitely a driving factor, I feel
I’ve been doing videos for 4 years now and often feel like nobody is watching. Yet I can’t stop doing it bc I love it. (Or someone comments that shows me at least someone is watching and resonating). Someone told me last week that the algorithm is often like playing roulette. I thought that was a great metaphor. ❤❤
As someone who makes videos no one cares about, this was the video I needed, thank you.
Thank you for being you. I think you exist beautifully.
“That’s my threat to you” 😂 She’s awesome!
Keep going because I started in 2012 and finally got to 10,000 recently!
I have literally never connected so much with a creator in such a short time… keep creating pls… I just want to hear u speak 🥺🇳🇬
I needed this. Thank you. I've been struggling with my content not being seen and have forgotten I love making content because I love to MAKE it. :)
ur so right, and this video was meanttttt for me omg. becoming 'mysterious' is a trend now, it seems like I have to hide myself to be liked but I don't allow myself to feel guilty for being an expressive person. just like you, I like taking up space and post what I like. if someone likes being mysterious or lowkey, then it's not a big deal either as long as it makes them happy!
Yeah, you're like me. We are so up in our heads and we don't know if anyone is even interested...and here's the thing, I've wanted to do videos to find my tribe too.. never for the money, but I'm not as brave as you are. But I AM happy that there's someone else who thinks just like me. So hi, nice to meet you! Don't stop. I'm listening, and I understand.
never stop. keep making videos
You are absolutely correct. There IS an audience for you. There are people that will connect with you in a way that's unlike how they'd connect with anyone else. They will seek out your videos, just like there are people on UA-cam whose videos you seek out. Keep being you. Enjoy the journey. (I'm telling myself this, too, at the same time.) Remember, sharing is cathartic.
P.S. Love your mic.
felt so extremely. T.T out of all the videos encouraging people to "just make videos" and "don't think too much, just move forward" and "be your own niche" and "it's the time now more than ever!!" i think that this one really connected the most, and you really freaking exactly Get It. if any video will be the one to get me editing and uploading, it's this one! thanx >_
Honestly, I don't know how I got here, but I'm glad I'm here! I feel the same way on my UA-cam Journey. Make what I want for fun.. not for anyone but I. Great video! Deodorant Mic is wild lol
I need to get back to making videos and just not care if anyone watches, because you're right it's a way to log our life and have something to look back on. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
i say something similar. i think a slow rise is a blessing. virality puts you in a box, and requires you to keep making the thing that made you viral. it doesnt give you enough room to develop your own identity. also you're adorable! thanks for yapping lol.
You've genuinely motivated me to actually start making videos and stop making excuses. Keep doing what you're doing you're a huge help to the world even if you might not see it yet !! ♡ 🦋
I WATCHED
dude you genuinely just made me cry 🤍 i so needed to hear this. if you ever wrote a book i'd love to read it.
10 years and 2 UA-cam Channels later......The pain and struggle is real. We are all in this together though. Good luck and stay strong🦾🦾🦾🦾
I love your energy, and I love your locs, and I love getting a little look into someone else’s world like this :-)
Same here, also Imposter Syndrome ❤❤❤ keep going, I came to have fun and destress, it's relaxing to make videos.
Started 5 years ago, still at it and it does pay off if you keep at it and remember to evolve your content.
While I’m not “successful” per se I have become a much better creator and my content reflects it.
I think what assisted in my growth the most was letting go of an upload schedule and relying on building hype for videos through community tab and networking.
When I stopped doing 1 video a week and started writing full blown essays and studying editing of other creators. Like reallly paying attention. Taking my time with editing to make the video I see in my head as best I can.
Once I did that, my videos started getting more attention and I eventually got in contact with some bigger creators that shouted me out.
Quality>Quantity
I will be checking out some of ur stuff after I finish with this one cause I definitely think the content is stuff I’m interested in as well
i love the way you talk, and how you talk about things. i hope you will keep making videos as long as youd like to because you are being that person that someone would want to listen to. 💕💕💕
this video got recommended to me without searching for it, i haven't ever seen something like this before, but i relate to what you said. glad to have found your channel :)
Me too 😢
Coming From Someone Like Myself Whose Always Felt Or Been Overlooked….I’m Happy I Came Across Your Page. Keep Grinding Ma, We’re Listening
anything that's introspective for you is amazing to do - for example I like to write in my notes whatever I have in my head.
keep going, much love 🥰
As a seasoned creator myself, I completely understand where you're coming from. It's easy to lose sight of the fact that with growth comes patience and persistence. The "starter" phase can be daunting, but everyone begins somewhere. Your insights are spot on-there's an audience for everything, and yes, even for your content. It's important to keep your mission in mind and continue sharing your passion. Remember, every view counts towards making an impact. Keep pursuing your purpose!
Best wishes - Antoinette Yvonne
The sentiment on editing is so relatable 😭😭😭I used to think editing was a burdennnn until I actually started making something I liked myself!!!!
I love this video was recommended to me! It proves the formulas for the UA-cam algorithm are wrong. And it’s the inspiration, sign and liberation I needed. I love what you’re doing here! 😊
This video inspired me to continue working on my channel! I've always been fond of content creation, and just the ability to share my voice online is therapeutic! Keep it up girl!
Proud to say I make YT videos and have for the past year that aren't watched and only have 156 subs, AND im always the first viewer lol! For me, the spirituality/intuitive guidance space is sooo full but I LOVE it still❤ and I won't stop!
But 😊the unspoken blessing is attracting the tribe & right humans (nor scammers or bots)! So really, we have it the best lol!
You have a new sub in me❤
Wow. Thank you so much. You made me feel more seen. I feel more ready to share myself. My fear has always been perception, but as I conquer that in my personal space I no longer feel as afraid. I do still struggle with knowing what to talk about, Ive had a bad relationship with knowing enough in the past and having low self-worth, but I guess the most endearing videos are like this, just an honest experience. You don’t have to necessarily orchestrate a huge production about a topic. I want people to know this rich inner world I have, and show others who I am, open up about ideas and creative projects. Thank you for this!
This is so beautiful! Please keep sharing yourself!
i keep hearing people say that "vlogs are dead:, but then, especially recently, i've come across videos like this. and they are not only interesting but have that personal connection between the viewer and creator. and that's what i love about videos/creators like you. i think vlogs have evolved (the good ones at least, the ones that are not just attempts at video social media cash grabs) into more videos diaries or video journals. that's what not only my doc keeps saying and mental health tips on youtube and various articles are always saying: keep a daily journal. i hate writing. my hand writing is atrocious and i never remember to look back at my notes lol.
so kudos to you on 7 years of you video journal ☝🤓
i thoroughly enjoyed and subbed
I relate to this so much especially the yapping!!! You want to shout into the void, but then the yapping continues. There’s an audience for everyone, but finding that is such a struggle.
Subscribed! You'll be making 20 grand a month in no time. Just keep making videos. I believe in you!
Just keep filming as long as it brings you joy
everybody is watching this one... lol... popped up on my feed. Keep on keeping on!
Just subbed and was very inspired by you making videos no one watches because UA-cam is filled with influencers looking for reactions from audiences for popularity and not so much for feed back. Keep doing what you’re doing girl! Loved your vid.
Dude, as a fellow "unsuccessful youtuber," I can totally relate. It's a blessing to not have met that filter just yet and still, there's always that all-too-human want to progress to a "better" future without enjoying the present. Sorry for subscribing and liking the video haha.
This was such a calming video. Now I’ll be watching more of your videos and subscribing too !
Whether you know it or not so many of us can relate. You are not alone. Many will watch and criticize, but won’t have the courage to do what you’re doing. I appreciate seeing NORMAL people on YT. It definitely gives hope to others💜💜 Oh and uuhhh.. Epic Mic!
Your locs are gorgeousss
This is proof that you never know when your time is coming!! This video going crazy and I love it so raw and uncut! I’m so happy for you!!! Im on the same boat and feels horrible to spend so many hours into something you love and want to share just to get a few views. But I was just realizing last night that when it’s all said and done and I man no longer physically here in person my daughters and grandkids will Too want to know about their generation or relive memories and that is now becoming my passion. I’m sure with time and the more I put myself out there my moment will come. I have a huge goal to spend as much time with my children as possible and create as many memories as I can! If I can do that and be financially free all while journaling my life with my kiddos and sharing it with people who care to see what I post is all I can dream about! IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU AND THIS PROVES IT MIGHT JUST HAPPEN FOR ME ONE DAY
lol I laughed so hard at the yap yap yap edit lol I’ve never seen that before, I’m happy your video found me, new sub!
i'm glad you find it funny haha!
Girl no one watches my videos 😅but I don’t care I love making videos so ……….🤷🏻♀️
exactly! i'm my biggest fan
2:22 I feel this!! I see myself as the oldest end of gen z. I borrowed VHS tapes from the library, but didn’t have TikTok in high school (we briefly had musical.ly) - and tbh I am so glad for that.
Girly, you made me get teary watching and listening to this video..and if there weren’t people around me atm, I probably would have burst out crying for a whole 30 mins or somethin’ 😭 And I’m about to type you a whole essay (hope you don’t mind; you don’t have to read it, I really just needed an outlet to babble) but so much of what you said resonated with me, I just have to say something back.
First of all, tysm for making this video and sharing it with us; I’m so glad I came across this. Second of all, I love your vibe and personality; like you’re so laid-back but also so intelligent and funny too! Third of all, I don’t have much free time nowadays but if I ever do, I literally wouldn’t mind listening to you Yap-yap-yap 😆 One of the reasons that I started making YT videos was also to serve as evidence that I existed, I didn’t want me to be gone one day and no one would even know that I was ever even on this planet. I want more people to know about me, know of me, what I was like, what I enjoy, what makes me smile, what makes me laugh, how I react & perceive things, what I’m good at, what I suck at, and what I would be like if I fully allowed myself to be myself. In my real current life, I don’t get to reach/interact with much people and the ones that I’m surrounded by are people who wouldn’t be capable of appreciating me the way that I truly am; that’s why I can never freely be myself around them. In the videos that I film of myself, I’m much more raw and real and I’m honestly less afraid to share it online with the YT world than with people I know in real life. That’s why no one I know in real life (with exception of 1 person) even knows that I have this YT channel. I feel on YT, I might have more chances of encountering people who might be able to appreciate and find my character entertaining, like “Oh, I wouldn’t mind having a friend like her” or “LOL, I can watch this girl be her silly self for hours on end 😅” (And also if anyone ever misses me after I’ve already been gone, perhaps they can re-experience a little piece of me by watching some of my videos)
I started my YT channel a couple years ago and at that time the main reason I did so was I needed something to get my mind off of something else that was bothering me and driving me crazy. I needed to channel my time & energy elsewhere as opposed to focus on something that was simply outside of my control. Then when the pandemic hit, and I had a buttload of free time, I started pumping out a long-form video a day almost like a challenge, lol. Granted, my motivators and reasons for continuing to do YT have changed throughout the years. And as of recent, I guess I got caught up in the chase..hoping for the sliver of chance at going viral, a lot of times it leaves me feeling dejected and frustrated cuz the majority of the time, the numbers don’t look good. I started trying to do what’s trendy, I don’t even bother with posting the tons & tons of videos that I’ve already recorded (tho not edited & that’s honestly the hardest part lol) just cuz I don’t think they’d perform well/no one would really wanna watch them. I guess I unconsciously stopped myself from originally sharing whatever the heck it is that I wanna share to only trying to pump out content that I think people would wanna watch. And it gets a little annoying cuz if a particular video does well & earned me a handful of new subscribers I’d be lowkey hesitant to push out content of a different topic/genre. But the thing is, I don’t want to tie myself to a certain niche, I just wanna be able to share random things from my life that I feel like sharing. So, it’s sorta been a push-and-pull of whether fulfilling my own random desires and jeopardizing my channel’s performance or remaining somewhat relevant 🤷🏻♀
Geezus, this thing’s gotten so long I kinda lost track of what I was really supposed to say 🤣 Anways, I just wanna say that I agree with pretty much everything you said and that thanks so much for giving me the push/wake-up call to start churning out all the random videos that I’ve made the effort to record but haven’t gotten around to sharing with the world.
If you're happy with your video, it's ok I subscribe to watch them they nice. 🙏
Very relatable inputs & also encouraging hearing your thoughts behind the intent! Never stop creating & chasing the things that make you feel fulfilled 💫
Yes, everyone has their people that will connect most with them. Keep going even if it doesn’t go very far. Love your mic 🎤 lol. But same here, can totally relate.
I needed this. Thank you. . but also, I’ll be watching your videos.
You took all the words from out of my head n made a yt video 🥹I loved this I am the same way I just never started 🦋thank you for this I love your aura
This is me trying as well just to get recognize, I'm still existing 😊
I subscribed to you because of this video. You're voice and vibe is super smoothing... plus you are lowkey hilarious. Hope you become a millionaire through here! Oh and.... you matter!
i love your vibe and energy
Ohmygod, you are adorable.
And I don’t mean it in an condescending way. You remind me of my baby sister who is also similarly at the cusp of 2 generations and I just loved your video. Maybe I’ll understand her a little better now iA.
You motivated me I have been the same way and now I am going to matter to my self and exist. I am going to make videos to record myself and have a record.
I just came here to exist as part of your reality... although it's only for a small amount of time
It’s the deodorant for me 😂 you said absolutely nothing and hooked me in less than 10 seconds 👏
You’re so sweet 😊keep doing you - you will find your vibe AND tribe.