For Creatives Who Feel Lost

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  • Опубліковано 11 чер 2024
  • Just Turned 30 early last month and I had a little bit of an identity crisis of what to do with myself. I don’t know man, 30 just hits different. So I spent a few weeks putting my thoughts into words and poured my heart into this little film. Hope you enjoy it
    This isn’t what my content usually looks like but honestly it feels good to make something for me:
    These are a few thoughts and principles I wish I knew when I first started down this career. Hopefully this helps if you’re trying to figuring out how to stay balanced through the rollercoaster that is being a freelance artist
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    Thanks for the Production Support - justlgcy

КОМЕНТАРІ • 585

  • @samyankie02
    @samyankie02 2 місяці тому +333

    Bros the most under-rated creative on YT!

    • @kanej0rdan
      @kanej0rdan 2 місяці тому +1

      So true

    • @Osmaniac
      @Osmaniac 2 місяці тому

      He s going places, that s for sure!

    • @sugarbycukia
      @sugarbycukia 2 місяці тому

      right!?

    • @1mBrilliant
      @1mBrilliant 2 місяці тому

      Facts

    • @abmradio
      @abmradio 2 місяці тому

      I wouldn’t say all that, he’s good though borrowing a lot of video concepts from other more popular UA-camrs

  • @NiklasChristl
    @NiklasChristl 2 місяці тому +131

    One of the best videos I‘ve seen in a long time. Well done man! 💯

    • @suraphelassefa9291
      @suraphelassefa9291 2 місяці тому +3

      You’re a big inspiration aswell bro!

    • @englishwithsid1343
      @englishwithsid1343 2 місяці тому +4

      i watched this video based on your advice in Instagram. it is soo good

    • @dir-gk
      @dir-gk 22 дні тому

      Holy shit its Nik.

  • @yanick.andrade
    @yanick.andrade 2 місяці тому +33

    I am a 31-year-old dude trying to start my UA-cam channel! Do I know what I doing? Hell no! Do I compare myself with other people? All the time! But I'm trying to stay true to myself and do things my way. To make things worse, English is not my first language but we only fail when we stop trying. See you guys there.

    • @jahson7409
      @jahson7409 2 місяці тому +3

      I don’t even know you but I’m proud of you bro 🥲 I’ll see you at the top.

  • @Inspireflix8
    @Inspireflix8 2 місяці тому +55

    The way you maintained the same levels of sound quality is insane fr

  • @henrikvlogs
    @henrikvlogs 2 місяці тому +44

    karl.
    im 18 years old now.
    been watching creative youtubers for my entire life now.
    this is hands down the best video i’ve seen on this platform.
    thanks.

    • @jotaeli6119
      @jotaeli6119 Місяць тому

      In the same boat as you, brother. I wish the best success to your career

  • @KyRoGyRo
    @KyRoGyRo 18 днів тому +1

    i watch the video twice , 1st for the information, 2nd time to admire the absolute beauty of this man’s creativity

  • @ronjaxn
    @ronjaxn 2 місяці тому +21

    your editing and style is actually insane. Its like a combination of all of the best creatives on yotuube mixed into one, then you throw in your own genuine authentic energy and style. I watch A LOT of youtube channels, and you are the most impressive ive seen.

  • @KaylaCarlileArt
    @KaylaCarlileArt 13 днів тому +1

    Dude you might be my new FAVORITE UA-camr. Just discovered you from this video and I’m already obsessed with your style

  • @safian_patrik
    @safian_patrik 2 місяці тому +21

    It was a REAL advice for me. I have been lost completely, so I just want to thank you.

  • @SeeYouOutsideShow
    @SeeYouOutsideShow 2 місяці тому +7

    Karl you should have a million followers. This channel is always gold.

    • @KarlShakur
      @KarlShakur  2 місяці тому +1

      Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou Kat. You’ve seen the whole journey

  • @TuckerDoss
    @TuckerDoss 2 місяці тому +3

    You are too good man it’s truly insane how much work you put into this

  • @lucasosuagwu1579
    @lucasosuagwu1579 2 місяці тому +29

    I lost $40 my mom gave me to buy groceries and you posted this. After seeing this and talking to my mom I’m gonna take it easy in life. I’m going to stop comparing and start creating, ty brother Ty ty Ty happy birthday and wish you nothing but success

  • @felynnsoleil
    @felynnsoleil Місяць тому +1

    Man, I just want to sit and watch you edit... Your style is so amazing and the flow is insane. The way you edit is like a song, perfect dynamics and levels with so much character, purpose and intention. Know editing is a journey, but wow, I’m truly inspired!

  • @nanaluthuli7462
    @nanaluthuli7462 2 місяці тому +8

    The editing is also insane. You need more recognition, this was amazing 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @iamjuozas
    @iamjuozas 2 місяці тому +20

    Man, you hit it on point every time. From creativity to storytelling to the vibes you give off - pure joy to watch and learn from you. Much appreciation!!!

  • @colfax.
    @colfax. 3 дні тому

    bro i was legit laying on the couch cuz i had a late night, thinking a nap was about to take place.
    now im gassed at my laptop juices flowing. you’re the goat no tux

  • @lucapeto
    @lucapeto 2 місяці тому +5

    Man, oh man, I know it's tough but, it would be so good to see you here more often. These videos are seriously like a breath of fresh air of creativity that gets me pumped up again. Thanks for that. Keep hitting that upload button!

  • @gibbisgram
    @gibbisgram 6 днів тому

    i randomly came across this video, and you won’t even begin to understand how much i gained from it. all i can say is thank you karl shakur.

  • @TransformedbyO
    @TransformedbyO 2 місяці тому +1

    The attention to detail in this video was incredible! I was hooked and didn't want it to end. Well done! 👏🏽

  • @Lordeandjt
    @Lordeandjt 2 місяці тому +10

    I don’t know how much of UA-cam comments you see more than your Instagram, but I just wanted to let you know that I’ve been following you since 2019. I’ve always appreciated your willingness & openness to help other creatives from all walks of life. Personally, one of my favorite videos of yours and it holds a lot of key Gems and substance. Keep on creating brother & I pray that continue to stay blessed & that you continue to prosper in all areas King!!

  • @pattywallace5618
    @pattywallace5618 2 місяці тому +3

    finding this before my 21st birthday feels like serendipity :)) thank you!!!

  • @HillYT
    @HillYT 2 місяці тому +3

    I love how cinematic your videos are, the typography is beautiful, the audio, holy man this shit is beautiful. Thank you for making these videos bro, you're genuinely an amazing person.

  • @alanross6827
    @alanross6827 4 дні тому

    this is exactly how I feel. Already been doing 1-2 for a couple of years now, 3 is the hardest for me. Great work, inspiring.💯

  • @yallcrazyfool
    @yallcrazyfool 15 днів тому

    Damn Karl, I never take the time to comment on YT vids but the craft, design and soul you put into this is so clear and holds so much more inspiration than anything else i've seen in a long time, Thank you

  • @Pierretlambert
    @Pierretlambert 2 місяці тому

    Ahhh Karl what a pleasure to watch your never ending hours of creative work that you have compressed into this 10 minutes video

  • @Kansascity_cre
    @Kansascity_cre 2 дні тому

    Sending this video to those I care about. The story telling has a way of changing someone’s mindset and empowering growth. Thank you for marking this!

  • @WizHH
    @WizHH Місяць тому

    Bro, I swear to God that you are greatly aiding me with that 10-minute video! Thank u🙏🏽

  • @Joshs_Journey
    @Joshs_Journey 2 місяці тому +1

    For real Karl, you make me feel grounded and inspired after every single video I watch from you. I can't put it into words but you help me feel like I'm on the right track in my creative endeavor that I choose for my life. That means sooo much to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤

  • @SnapsByChris
    @SnapsByChris 4 дні тому

    You don't understand how much I needed to hear/see this today. Thank you

  • @maikdmann
    @maikdmann 26 днів тому

    I love videos where you watch the whole video and the very best, the small emotion push or the most motivation you get is where all ends and you know: that was worth watching. Thank you man!

  • @rachitvayeda6655
    @rachitvayeda6655 2 місяці тому +3

    You have no idea how greatly you have timed this video for me. I was so angry with myself because I was the only one who couldn't figure out my future in my friends group and I was so frustrated and lost, and this video came and it helped me with my own thoughts. Thank you so much for this and keep creating.

  • @ByOyindamola
    @ByOyindamola 2 місяці тому +2

    This video means a lot to me. Me who has just moved to a new country, lost and wondering how to pave my own way. Wondering how to channel my creativity. Thank you

  • @jannikwlnd
    @jannikwlnd 2 місяці тому +1

    every time i watch your videos i just feel understood and know that i am at the right point here and now. So so motivating and inspiring!!

  • @ChristianSchaffer
    @ChristianSchaffer 2 місяці тому

    Admire you big time, Karl. Happy three-oh! 🥳

  • @teopizarro1418
    @teopizarro1418 Місяць тому

    This was freaking AMAZING. I was just looking for "filmmaking mindset" on the internet bc i'm struggling with my filmmaking job right now i'm not feeling as creative as i'd like to but this gave me such a mindset, creativiity, enterteinment dose that i think tomorrow is going to be completely different. So thanks so much for putting that effort on this video and showing what we really need to hear. Keep going

  • @justkayy
    @justkayy 2 місяці тому

    That was freaking dope, really nice work man

  • @CartoonCommotion
    @CartoonCommotion 2 місяці тому

    This is probably the best video I've seen on UA-cam in years. Well done, thank you for making this. For sharing this for yourself, and speaking to all of us who need this reminder. It's wonderful.

  • @danieljosebenjumeasilva9093
    @danieljosebenjumeasilva9093 2 місяці тому

    You are one of the few creators that i really enjoy to watch, keep the hard work, you are inspiring all of us, helping us stay true to ourselves.

  • @stimsonphoto
    @stimsonphoto 2 місяці тому

    This is the first video that I've watched in a very long time, where I've almost felt obligated to leave a comment it was so good. Karl, you're an inspiration to say the least. Thanks for being you and happy birthday brotha

  • @angelgeneymorenomorales9232
    @angelgeneymorenomorales9232 2 місяці тому

    Oh man, this video came out in the exact time for me... just wanted to thank you and also say that your videos are so underrated, you are so talented. Thanks for your videos but specially for this one. Hope the best for you man :)

  • @rickwink
    @rickwink 2 місяці тому

    Dude the effort that went into filming all of this is overlooked🤯 you’re amazingly creative Karl!🤙🏼

  • @ZachWeiss
    @ZachWeiss 2 місяці тому

    I love your style man. It’s so refreshing, visually articulate and all around just amazing - and so are you. Subscribed.

  • @declanjenkinson
    @declanjenkinson 2 місяці тому

    You're honestly the biggest inspiration in the creative industry keep doing what you're doing man

  • @MalickThiam
    @MalickThiam 2 місяці тому

    Following you over the past 4 years has been such a roadmap for me. I'm graduating College in may and it's incredible to get the raw look at what your journey looked like after graduation. These insights into early Karl are my absolute favorite :)

  • @anthonydfrederick
    @anthonydfrederick 2 місяці тому

    My guy, every point, almost verbatim what's been filling my journals the last few months LOL. This isn't a UA-cam Video, it's a piece of art that transcends its context. I'm just starting out on my own journey and you are every bit the fount of inspiration that you practice receiving from others. Grateful for you sir.

  • @CrimesNewRoman
    @CrimesNewRoman 2 місяці тому

    another banger. you've really inspired me a lot with your content and I always drop everything to watch your new videos. I'm 30 myself and it's been a wild ride but i'm hoping 31 keeps an upwards trend going. cheers.

  • @Kotari22
    @Kotari22 2 місяці тому

    Amazing moving video! Just the video I needed as a small creator, it gets tough out there but I practice a lot of the things you have mentioned but it is reassuring to hear! Thank you for creating a masterpiece, creating a emotionally moving video and putting yourself in the position of vulnerability, it just shows authenticity and I truly appreciate it man. thank ya karl

  • @shxxtyman
    @shxxtyman 2 місяці тому

    Your videos for me like therapy. Thank you so much❤

  • @BenjaminOrtega
    @BenjaminOrtega 2 місяці тому

    What a masterpiece! Well done brother!!!

  • @gobarber2
    @gobarber2 Місяць тому

    This is amazing, can't believe it doesn't have more views! Very inspiring perspective, thank you. :)

  • @lingerjunior5613
    @lingerjunior5613 2 місяці тому

    Happy Birthday man. Thanks for always being a source of inspiration to me.
    Tbh thirty is looking good on you 💪

  • @shalinikumar4580
    @shalinikumar4580 19 днів тому

    I am so grateful to have found you because this video was the inspiration I needed to get out of my current rut - I appreciate you!

  • @fethionurnaldemir5733
    @fethionurnaldemir5733 2 місяці тому +5

    He is not a lazy UA-camr. Most of them sitting in there Office And talking to the camera

  • @VirgilTheCreative
    @VirgilTheCreative 2 місяці тому

    Karl, bro I have appreciated your creativity for years💯💯the engagement and the constant learning is always next level💯✌🏽

  • @LukeEich1
    @LukeEich1 2 місяці тому

    This video was amazing!! Creativity off the charts!!

  • @jeremyneal4357
    @jeremyneal4357 2 місяці тому

    I love the color grading on this! You’re not afraid to cut between two shots that have different temperatures within the same scene. Super inspiring editing and story overall 🫡

  • @sucio-
    @sucio- 25 днів тому

    Dude. You made me tear up genuinely, this is a fucking amazing video and such a beautiful and relieving thing to hear, you hit every note. This is perfection

  • @natarapssweetheart
    @natarapssweetheart 14 днів тому

    I’m going to be 30 years old this year & pursuing music. I stopped because of imposter syndrome but this motivated me a lot. Thank you so much!

  • @LivingInClovisCA
    @LivingInClovisCA 2 місяці тому

    Always love what you put out, Karl. This has inspired me to start waking up before the sun! Thanks.

  • @nikimeow415
    @nikimeow415 2 місяці тому

    DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMN!
    Bro, tomorrow is my birthday, I realized a lot of things while trying to rise from the bottom and went to save myself by learning new techniques in editing, and the second video that I opened is this very video. This is just such a springboard, there are no words. You are wonderful! I wish all your dreams come true!)

  • @aghewisdom8994
    @aghewisdom8994 2 місяці тому

    The ordinary feels extraordinary when it comes to you. I actually needed this video with the way I was beginning to feel. ❤

  • @anmolmishra4166
    @anmolmishra4166 2 місяці тому +1

    Karl wtf. nah like wtaf??!! the transitions paired with the maintenance of sound quality ohmylorddd. SO GOOD.

  • @default-positive
    @default-positive 2 місяці тому

    I rarely comment on videos but the way you put this all together with the shots, sound, editing, colors, script, etc. is so good

  • @MitchFrickingClark
    @MitchFrickingClark 2 місяці тому +1

    It's videos like these that always spark that insane inspiration that makes me restless. Love it!

    • @KarlShakur
      @KarlShakur  2 місяці тому

      That alone is the reason why I do this

  • @mu.castro
    @mu.castro 2 місяці тому

    The king of storytelling. Very well done man, im enjoying watching you.

  • @abentleymedia__
    @abentleymedia__ 2 місяці тому

    Happy birthday man and thank you. This has really hit home and meant a lot! You're a huge inspiration and I love to see your positive attitude and influence on the world! Keep creating!

    • @KarlShakur
      @KarlShakur  2 місяці тому +1

      Appreciate you so much

  • @BeansUnlimited
    @BeansUnlimited 2 місяці тому

    I am so inspired by everything you make. You gonna blow up big one of these days.

  • @ShirenaGonzalez
    @ShirenaGonzalez 2 місяці тому

    THANK YOU for creating this and sharing it. I'm 33 and I feel perpetually stuck, but this made me feel more at ease. Also, beautiful transitions and audio!

  • @LurkenU
    @LurkenU 2 місяці тому

    Very very very inspirational video, this is the 2nd vid I’ve seen from you and absolutely love your style and message man ❤ made my day better fr thankyou!

  • @danyhoang7131
    @danyhoang7131 2 місяці тому

    I needed to hear all of that, this video is a masterpiece in term of visual richness and advices. Thank you Kark 🙏

  • @chiaramazzega9619
    @chiaramazzega9619 2 місяці тому

    THANK YOU 4 EVERY OF YOUR VIDEOS!!!

  • @suspensionmedia
    @suspensionmedia 2 місяці тому

    You inspire me, sir. Beautiful video. Happy birthday!

  • @charlesakpabio6729
    @charlesakpabio6729 2 місяці тому

    Happy birthday in arrears man! And thank you for sharing this with us. No greater gift than knowing you're impacting someone else's life through your work

  • @aiwealthexpert
    @aiwealthexpert 4 дні тому

    This literally made me tear up it was so good! Thanks for the effort, value, and creativity you put out into the world

  • @thespeedlife
    @thespeedlife 2 місяці тому

    Your videos are not a breath of fresh air. They're a mountain filled with the purest oxygen there is. Karl, truly thank you for being who you are and inspiring others. Blessed.

  • @cjuliorocha
    @cjuliorocha 2 місяці тому

    Very much needed.
    Thanks a lot, Karl.
    U r great.

  • @anniespence4988
    @anniespence4988 2 місяці тому

    I have been struggling with storytelling through videos. I can do it in my journaling but translating to video….I am lost. This is just my second video of yours that I have watched and I already feel like you have shown/told me enough in just those two videos of how to get started. Thank you! 👍🏾

  • @polishedpoodle2246
    @polishedpoodle2246 2 місяці тому

    big big inspiration time!
    thanks Karl!

  • @natha9412
    @natha9412 2 місяці тому

    You actually made me cry with this video, I just turned 20 a week ago, and i totally understand this. Keep it up bro, thank you for putting all the love in this video ❤️

  • @victorandersen7328
    @victorandersen7328 2 місяці тому

    What all creators need to hear! Great vid!

  • @ANAKEMAEU
    @ANAKEMAEU 2 місяці тому

    I never really comment on video’s I watch, but for this one I really had to make an exception. I really needed this video and I need to thank you for that. This felt so related and gave me motivation and peace.

  • @langicreative
    @langicreative 2 місяці тому +1

    Love your videos, so inspirational! The scenes where your actively teaching in public! 👌🏾🔥🔥

  • @mockajou
    @mockajou 2 місяці тому

    you are an under rated legend brother , true inspiration . im 22yo and as lost as a young man could be , but this video helped alot
    thanks man

  • @MIATHECREATORRR
    @MIATHECREATORRR 27 днів тому

    i love ts vid so much. thank u! i just ran into your channel b/c i am a photographer and was trying to find someone to look up to that's doing photography. You're very underrated. you are talented. like everyone else said you def did amazing on the sound quality and how everything came together on ts vid. 😍 i am a new subscriber btw ⭐

  • @vaguesdebonheur
    @vaguesdebonheur 2 місяці тому

    Karl I wish you all the best.
    Really, your growing mindset is amazing. Thanks

  • @stormlimbeek
    @stormlimbeek 2 місяці тому +2

    omg Karl! this video just gave me a rush of creativity and new idea's, also really appreciate the effort into keeping your distinctive style that I love so much from you reals... great video!

  • @becahecka
    @becahecka 2 місяці тому

    i also just turned 30 and definitely needed this right now. HECK YA THANK YOU!!

  • @allanlll
    @allanlll 2 місяці тому

    thank you for this bro. you’ve got my subscribe for sure, really stoked to have found your channel. keep doing you 👊🏽

  • @keo6721
    @keo6721 2 місяці тому

    Thank you Karl, appreciate it.

  • @user-ix7qx9uu7v
    @user-ix7qx9uu7v 2 місяці тому

    One way to switch from passively watching and learning is to make 2 UA-cam accounts, in fact this is my second account I use to learn things from. This works as it puts a divide in the mind and your recommendations show learning content.

  • @eronhoxha5000
    @eronhoxha5000 2 місяці тому

    amazing edit bro
    storytelling
    visuals
    sfx
    top tier fam

  • @csabaolah375
    @csabaolah375 2 місяці тому

    This episode was 100% inspiration, thank you Man🙏🏼

  • @Basiieee_Artist
    @Basiieee_Artist 2 місяці тому

    I appreciate this video, you always make an effort to bring it alive and very different yet the guy that knows the drill!
    How can I slice this, from the beginning enjoyed when you came back for us and to make us aware knowing something we didn't need to miss in creativity such as creating and getting to your community and that's what you did. I mean we missed your posts on YT and bro, this came with a blast. I'm proud more in unexpected surprise of this phenomenon, exquisite and fantastic vision of this video.
    Karl, I always wanted to ask you this if you don't mind spilling advices and tips for someone who lives with families and wishes to travel yet discouraged to go for it and even when broke to meet the idea, because being surrounding like limited mindset of 'it is dangerous' 'you won't make it alive' like how did you even begin travelling and what ways of planning one, has had you channelled going for what you always wanted?
    🙏🏿

  • @AnchifromtheMoon
    @AnchifromtheMoon 2 місяці тому

    oh man, your videos are incredible! You just told right into my heart! It was the first video on UA-cam I've seen today and I suppose it will be the last one! I don't want to lose this feeling that I have after your last words! I'm going to go and tell my story right now! Thank you for what you're doing! ❤❤❤ 🎉

  • @Childrenoflightprod_
    @Childrenoflightprod_ 2 місяці тому

    Karl happy birthday, your video was needed to take help take the necessary reset that I am looking for!!

  • @EricBartolo
    @EricBartolo 2 місяці тому

    this is INSANE and could not have uplaoded at a better time. Going through the exact same struggles with social media and I also hate birthdays.

  • @melissahuynhh
    @melissahuynhh 2 місяці тому

    The wake up call I needed today. Thank you Karl for this message and giving back to community through inspiration, appreciate you!

  • @zahkilovett
    @zahkilovett 2 місяці тому

    love this bro, one of my favorite creators for sure

  • @xaviervanderpool
    @xaviervanderpool 2 місяці тому

    Thanks man I really needed this. I don't like to use the word motivation a lot to make yourself feel motivated, but this definitely motivated me lmfaoooo. I feel like I'm on the right path and need to stick to the journey that is planned out for me. (Also love the vids & HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!)

  • @avisalunke10
    @avisalunke10 2 місяці тому

    the editing style just reminded me of "POOR THINGS" absolutely love the way you tweak it to your style and flavor... one word "AWESOME"