Thanks for the question Andy! Hopefully you found this somewhat useful :) If anyone wants to join LifeNotes, my weekly email where I share what I’m reading & learning, go here: go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/yt
Woke up with self sabotaging thoughts to be more perfect. Relevant video popped up! Subscriber from Boise. Glad you are able to add some value to Boise community too!
I think this video is not only a "reasonable" video at all. This video is an amazing video because Ali doesn't only "talk the talk," he really "walks the walk" to film a video that may not be "perfect" for a topic he really cares about. This is "beating perfectionism" in real time 😎 Love it so much!!!
First of all, I would like to thank you. I have been following you for three years now, starting when I was in class 9th. You have changed a lot for me, Ali. You have greatly improved my high school life, introducing me to study methods I couldn't even imagine. Thanks to you, I started reading books. I remember the first book I read a year ago was "Atomic Habits." One quote that really stuck with me was, "You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems." Thanks to you, I was able to transform my habits and mindset. Currently, I am preparing for a scholarship examination so that I can learn even more. I've always been good with computers, and by applying your study methods, my life has completely changed. I just wanted to thank you for everything. You've helped this kid become a responsible man. Oh, by the way, I'm still in high school. Thanks a lot, Ali. I hope to meet you one day or get a chance to talk to you on the phone. I will work hard to make this wish come true. Again, thanks a lot. Sachin
Perfectionism is what most beginners struggle with. The reception of a video by the audience is of utmost importance to the beginner creator. Thanks for this video. Very helpful indeed!
I might speak for a good bit of the viewers, but I would watch every single video even if they were filmed in a dumpster..... This stuff has changed my life. But I do want to say, thank you to Ali and team. I see the time that everyone is spending making these awesome videos....
Overthinking is my main struggle. I have many ideas but get stuck on thinking which will be most liked, often ending the day without accomplishing anything. Videos like this help me focus on taking things one step at a time, so I can achieve more instead of being paralyzed by overthinking... Thank you for this content. Very Helpful❣️
Great video! Needed it at this point of my life where I realize myself falling into the trap of imposter, over analyzing and eventually procrastinating. Good to affirm that random things coming from heart holds great value. Thank you for this video.
As a 20 yo who's been working on his entrepreneurial journey for almost 2 years now without any results, I found this video extremely helpful, especially the “Optimize for Enjoyment” part. Before, all my focus was on finding an income stream regardless if I enjoy the thing or not, and I found myself doing things I don’t like with zero results, this changed just this week while I was reading “The Personal MBA” and I’ve read this: “Spend your time doing work you like, with people you enjoy, in a way that keeps you financially sufficient”, and that’s why I loved the “Optimize for Enjoyment” part. Thanks Ali for your beautiful content!
Ali.. I LOVE THIS VIDEO STYLE. I feel like you talk to us personally. As an introvert person, sometimes when I watch you talk like this. I feel like I have a real friend who can give wise advice. I'm so lucky to find you on YT several years ago. You have changed me so much in my mindsets and lives. Thanks Ali.
I divided perfectionism into 3 aspects: 1) choosing something (you want to choose the best) 2) starting doing something (you want the perfect circumstances) 3) finishing doing something (you want to get it to ideal point)
I really appreciate this long format, ‘from the heart’ videos. It’s like listening to a podcast or hearing a friend talk, while I was doing my meal prep, hehe. Thanks Ali! This proofs you don’t need a big production for a video; content is what matters ❤
Crazy to think that I have never heard of you or came across your 900+ videos until a few months ago. I watch every new video you put out now. Thank you for the positive, actionable advice 👏👏👏
Honestly, one thing that I am struggling with is overthinking in the sense that when I want to do something, I think rather than do and oftentimes when I do the thing, I often stop doing the thing before I get my desired results because of some excuse. Maybe I get lazy, maybe I reason my way out of caring about doing the thing, or something. I often spiral into an existential crisis whether or not I’m doing something productive.
Andy is me. I am Andy. Overthinking has overconsumed my mind that the anxiety doesnt let me do anything. But after all that overthinking , i finally decided to make this UA-cam channel and i post , even if it's not everyday. Ali, i recently started watching your videos and it's really helping me. I hope to apply what i learn from your videos gradually into my videos. Wish me luck.
This undoubtedly is one of the best videos of yours I have seen so far where you happen to speak right from the heart, then and there. I have never thought of becoming an UA-camr nor have I read Austin Kleon's -" Show Your Work" but this video has definitely sparked something in me that says to me, "You need to provide an act of service that has the potential to potentially help at least one person." My perspective on tools like UA-cam and social media has completely transformed, when I heard you say, "When you do anything in the spirit of the service its one of the thing that stops the voice of the saboteur". 23:45
What came out of my mind from seeing this at 58 seconds was 'This should be for me oooo' Eventually I found out it's for me. I am the 'at least one person'. You indeed spoke from the heart. Please, do more of this. 🤓 Thank you for being reasonable to have created this. Just keep at it.🙏 More Wisdom! More Blessings! More Wins! - Liijop Cares🥰 26:07:24
Great answers! Thanks for taking us on a lovely walk with you. I agree that focusing on the fun does help make things better overall. Your microphone did wonderfully around the lawn mowing.
A lot of people say, "I'm a perfectionist," like it is good or something to be proud of. What they actually mean is that they procrastinate a lot. Stay Uncommon!
Ali, since when I started to watch your videos like 7 months back I think and now on, it really changed my life to a tremendous level. You have been showing me how to make the best videos and you still do it. Because of that I have started my channel. So, thanks a lot! And Keep on creating.
You are doing so much more than just adding productivity tips. You're bringing joy back into the heart of the creative process. The authenticity here, the massive value add, the recommendations... so good, and really helps overcome the perfectionist inside me. Just bought feel good productivity and can't wait to read it. . Thanks for all the work you do. Regarding the struggle... One thing I am currently working with is "being a generalist" and being spread too thin among many areas of expertise I find fascinating. There are people, smarter than me, who have combined these things, but I seem to struggle with making it happen for myself. I might have to accept the work I can do in these spaces might be different than those I look up to.
loved this! helped me get to the icky root of my perfectionism which is actually the ego 🥶 Definitely my biggest struggle at the moment is to live intentionally and actually be present due to my perfectionism. Actually scary how fast time passes by and how much you can easily take everything for granted when you're in this frozen state of "all or nothing" mindset. Many thanks for sharing 🙏
My struggle is perfectionism as well. Imagine trying to be perfect at something you’re not naturally good at! Honestly speaking, am not good at filming myself, am a bubbly and very articulate person, but have noticed INFRONT of the camera.. kinda feel dumb! I forget pretty much everything was supposed to talk about. Working on it. I know it takes practice, so am dedicating myself to learning the whole UA-cam thing. Cheers to everyone that can relate. Keep pushing!
Great video Ali. Thank you so much for all your insights. As 44 y/o trying to switch carreers into something more meaningful and inspiring, I find myself struggling with 2 mental blocks: 1. The voice telling me "who do you think you are talking about these subjects where there are many more experienced authorities already discussing them". 2. Finding and conveying my "own voice". I still feel I come of very "vanilla" and, even if I know I dont want to create a character that is not me, I feel there is something missing to feel more comfortable and enjoy the process (specially creating content).
One thing that I struggle with is not knowing who am I or what is my part in this world which literally took years into deep searching watching UA-cam videos and trying a lot of new things trying to fit in some place but to no Vail until I just stopped thinking about it and yesterday I met this university Dr who literally told me try to get to know yourself try to unlock who you are which made me go into this deep thinking episode again
Hi Ali. You are one of my biggest inspirations for stating my own channel and I want to let you know that this is probably my favorite video I’ve seen from you because I can relate to it a lot. I tend to get in my head about needing to have that “perfect desk camera set up” with a script and formalities and while I do think all that stuff is important, I think this style of a more “off the cuff” script with a casual conversational feel is great too. Thank you for all that you do sir. I continue to want to follow my purpose and have a positive impact on peoples lives and you definitely play a part in that with my journey. Grateful and blessed for your channel. By the way I loved your book!
I've been following your for awhile. This is probably one of the best videos of yours I've enjoyed in a long time. All your videos are great, but this one is quite timely and just so honest which is really encouraging to really start and just create (duh, but we struggle lol). Thanks Ali, appreciate your content!
Hi Ali , I have never been a very productive, goal driven person .. But the reason I have been consistently following you is because, I m a fellow doctor who along with wanting to be a good doctor also have dreams outside of the medical field... Just like the name of Your Book, Your videos have a "Feel Good" Factor that leave a very Positive Refreshing Impact and Keep me Hopeful and Inspired ... Keep up with the Good Work, Keep Inspiring 😊
Thank you, Ali. This video speaks to me. I am currently trying to balance my work and studies. I have so procrastinate alot of my assignments and overwhelmed with everything 😢 Thank you so much 😊
Quite liked how the format felt for this video-an answer to Andy’s question in itself: just pick up the camera and go! It felt spontaneous and vulnerable. Thanks for stepping out of your comfort zone, Ali
Very Valuable video. I am so happy you decided to make it. that was a great spot, where the river was. You are so great at this, BTW, I love your book.
I am Struggling everyday with perfectionism and my UA-cam channel. I keep telling myself that it’s not about making “perfect” videos. (There is so much I still have to learn)- it’s about making videos that educate, entertain and connect. That’s all that matters. People want CONNECTION not PERFECTION. One video at a time 🥹
Just watched one of your videos. As a man in my 40s, it is completely out of my sphere but I really enjoyed your balance of friendliness, honesty and professionalism. You come across as a lovely person. You are so grateful and humbled by the 337 subs you had at the time you made the video. I would feel valued as a subscriber. Good luck with your channel.
This is probably the best video I've seen on perfectionism ever. And as a perfectionist, you can imagine I've seen many. It even made me a bit emotional. Keep speaking from your heart Ali, there's nothing the world needs more of right now.
This was definitely the video I didn't know I needed. As short as 3-6 months ago I used to be so focused and always follow through but overtime I can now see it has eroded due to perfectionism. The main takeaway I have received for this video, and what I now realise I constantly need to remind myself is that: Its okay to start and not perfectly maintain - each period of start to stop will bring you closer to your target.
Thank you, Ali. I found this video really helpful. I now understand why I have been procrastinating starting my work for last two weeks, and I feel more confident to do it now. Though I'm not used to writing in English and fear making mistakes, I really wish to let you know this is an awesome video!❤
I've really appreciated your "desk" videos and also this format was really impactful and human. I definitely get caught up in comparison to higher produced content until I remember that sometimes people just want to see (and get perspective/help from) people being chill and heartfelt. Thank you for the reminder and for being so awesome with your service, Ali. If you ever want to sprinkle this format in from time to time, I'm here for it! Take care 🫶
I'm glad I found this video today, when I really needed it. Ive been agonizing yesterday evening and all throughout work today with these self imposed expectations that I believe my audience and bosses also share (even though they haven't explicitly told me they do, I just imagine they do), and its been really difficult to just sit down and draw the thing that I want to do. I keep thinking, "it's nice, but how is my interpretation of this character good when other artists are just so much better?" It's been really helpful to hear what I'm experiencing and explained in the terms you used. It resonated with me at the right time, I think. I found myself nodding along the entire time, and I felt so seen. So thank you for taking fighting against that voice and hitting the record button. (and high five to your post production team haha!)
This is one of the if not THE most valuable piece of content I've seen from you in 5 years of watching your videos. It was from the heart to the heart. One thing I'm struggling with right now is starting to make an income (effing problematic given I am a father of 3) and putting the voice of the saboteur/resistance to rest . So many insights in this video. Thank you.
I also struggled with perfection,I felt my videos must be perfect and I was also afraid that people might not watch my videos nor subscribe to my channel ☹️,but finally I got ride of that perfection syndrome and I feel great
This brought me so much peace, thank you! I stress so much as a manager at my job wanting to make sure my team is always happy and that I am the best leader I can be for them. I realized that as long as I am potentially helping at least one person on my team, I am okay :)
Perfectionism is easily caused by this society and workplace/corporate environment where most people fix their eyes on sales performance/KPI/project deadline etc because the burdens were put onto themselves upon top management’s expectation, that could be the main trigger for professionals to lay down their perfectionism when it comes to own content creation journey, because they treat their contents to audiences like big project/performance presented to the manager. Thank you for the great video, Ali!
Just like so many people say in this comment section, I am struggling with overthinking, and everything you said in the video resonate with me a lot. Become an illustrator has always been my dream, and to become one, I need to be out there in social media and "promoting" my work. But the feeling of being not good enough always haunt me. Especially the existance of AI that trying to took away our place, artists, kinda made me think is it too late for me now to pursue my dream? This kind of video really help me to touch the ground again, to just do what made me happy and have that spark of excitement whenever I am doing it. Thank you for helping me resetting my mindset :)
I am struggling with perfectionist and postponing important tasks each day for a good time but this video motivates me to take tiny step each time and START DOING! Thank you Ali for this amazing video!
Thanks, Ali - your advice is very helpful, and I appreciate it. I'm struggling with figuring out exactly what I want to spend my time doing, and as an almost 40-year old , it is very discouraging to feel so lost. And harder still to plan and be consistent when I have no idea of the most basic thing.
Thank you for this, as a teacher heading back next week to prepare for the new year I needed this. I've said often that even if I didn’t NEED to I would still teach because I love teaching, the students, and who I work with. I teach the visually impaired. I have a new post-it for this year (last year's was Work Smarter Not Harder) - What would it look like if it were fun? I work with a lot of students who like me struggle with perfectionism because they know that what support they get now defines their quality of life so much as an adult, they know it more than their classmates in their regular classes but just like I struggle to provide it all (because you can't not all at once - braille, assistive tech, basic life skills, self-advocacy, keeping up in their general ed. classes, and more). It feels like running 15 marathons simultaneously 1 step at a time hoping there's no hurdles nor potholes knowing very well there will always be both. Per student. I'm all for for doing all of that but I struggle with balancing that and also recovering from chronic burnout that was made worse by grad school and life situations. How do I balance healing from burnout while still showing up as a single mom and as a teacher? That's the crux of it all for me. I know in your video you talk about how you hope it helps one person, but through me I know you've helped me and most likely 1 if not more students and colleagues because I'll share it. Thank you
I was just got up after having a nap when I just saw the thumbnail of the video and literally it gave me goosebumps to clear all my temptations of perfectionism and publish my video in the next week. I must say that your videos and myself are in a living touch with each other. Thanks from Lahore, Pakistan.❤❤
What's amazing in this video is that he's walking around and there is hardly anyone around. I wanna go to that PARK! All in all Ali, you helped me get started where I have been watching UA-cam videos to make UA-cam videos only up until now.
Thanks Ali for overcoming your perfectionism and filming this video for us even when you didn't quite feel ready. It's comforting to know that you still struggle too. As a mother of 2 who works full time and wants to do UA-cam, I can really relate to Andy's situation and this was super helpful. Ali, I took your UA-cam Foundation course and it really helped me finally get started on my UA-cam channel, something I've wanted to do for 3 years. Your advice to 'beat perfection with imperfection' is incredibly helpful: we will always have the opportunity to grow and get better, but we can't get anywhere if we don't start, right?
Love it. I’m going to use that mindset for my UA-cam channel “This one is going to be reasonable the next one will be good” giving value to just 1 person is a great mindset. Thank you.
Thank you Ali for making this video. It really helps when you see other people going through the same struggles that we as individuals face daily. More power to you and your team! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I love Ali's content. I think the final level is when he's a parent and can give advice to people with young children. I was a productivity beast until my daughter came along. Tbf Ali probably rich enough to outsource large amounts of his parenting but still, would be really interesting to see how he navigates it all. Thanks for the content
This is very helpful to me. I struggle with perfectionism and am constantly overthinking and over analyzing things. Thank you so much for this content and the rest of the things you produce. Very helpful.
Thanks for this video, Ali! As a new UA-camr (I uploaded my first video on March 30 this year), I find inspiration, motivation, and encouragement from watching your content. In my personal life, I dedicate time to at least one random person each week, sometimes connected through LinkedIn or my community contacts. I tell myself that if my suggestion, advice, or information can benefit one person, why not make a video that could help at least ten people with the same information? This thought keeps me going, and I really enjoy the video editing process. I agree with what you mentioned about the finished product often being better than the first draft because creation is always messy. I also resonate with your emphasis on having a clear purpose and serving others, not just making videos for the sake of it. So, stay blessed and thanks again!!☺
One thing I struggle with is trying to make my process fun. I'm quite systems oriented, so I get so caught up in the outcome, trying to make it valuable for others, and doing it consistently that it becomes a super heavy lift that I don't want to do anymore and I end up abandoning. I'm really working on trying to start and do things for myself that have the added benefit of bringing value to others.
This is my favourite video of yours so far Ali! ❤ It’s already helped me so much as a brand new you tuber! I’ve rewatched this video twice. I call myself a recovering perfectionist and it’s something that I have to work hard at everyday ☺️
I've had this fight in my mind for YEARS, it's really really painful Constantly making a video better than I "can" make it with reasonable effort, and then having to move the ceiling further and higher once and once again... to the point that you no longer enjoy it... This video is helpful, thank you Ali. But I don't think it is as good as the others and would better suit the 2nd channel. I think the voice you talk about in the video, is some sort of internal feedback or intuition to let us know we can be, do, and have better, which is what we are here in this world to do. It's painful, but probably we should accept it is and use the park or whatever circumstances to study the subject better, put the video script together, and then record it on the desk professionally. If we don't want to do that, then we can just do a live video, or a "lower quality" one for the 2nd channel that we have just for that, for sharing what we want to with no pressure... It's a real thing that a lower quality video can massively hurt our channels... I've been really looking away from this, and it's no good idea. My views are ridiculous. From 20-40k views per video down to 1k max 😂 (this was a comment for my notes watching the video, but decided I'd share them). Thank you for the inspiration ali...!
Man, I love the way your brain processes the mundane into its lowest common denominator. This video really spoke volume to my personal journey building my podcast on UA-cam.
This provided so much value! Thank you for standing up to your self saboteur and creating this! At the moment I'm struggling with my perfectionism and putting content out there, that could help another person; similar to Andy! So thank you very much for answering Andy's question because it's definitely helped me :)
I love that these kinds of real/less-edited videos are making a huge comeback now where we actually care more about the creator and the words over the vfx and sfx. I have to get myself over that barrier so much, because I am so convinced that if I don't make insane edits and put 50 hours of work into one 10 minute video I am just wasting my time... I also feel like if I start yapping into a mic I (as a non native speaker) say things like "like" "uhh" or other stop words way too often and I am terrible at getting my point across
As an aspiring textile artist Cal Newport's advice particularly spoke to me! I struggle with a lot of self judgement and criticism hence I kinda sabotage myself even before I could build a following or let alone putting my work out there for people to see. I recently discovered you (not sure if I was living under a rock or what haha) but been going through your videos and they give me a great deal of motivation to finally make a jump, so thanks!
One thing I struggle with is not letting myself experiment beyond the borders of predefined niches, before anything has even had the chance to get off the ground. I realized through making videos that it's easier to just express yourself and see what happens in the beginning. It's easy to limit ourselves by what we think is palatable to others; but as Ali said if it has the potential to help at least one person, it's worth putting out there and seeing what happens. I appreciated this video a lot! Random cities in the US look beautiful to visit.
This is a super relatable and helpful video! I love Ali's down-to-earth approach to tackling perfectionism and overthinking. It's really encouraging to hear that even successful UA-camrs struggle with these things, and that there are practical ways to overcome them.
Ironically, it feels like this video on perfectionism is perfect for beginners like me. Thanks Ali for this one. The struggle in question is a life thing , and I believe this will help others in different ways….
I was struggling exactly with this problem over the last couple of weeks. Now I'm going to get into action. Thank you Andy for thr question and Ali & team for the video. Now you hwlped at least 2 people
Ali, I'm wired like you when it comes to self-judging and creating obstacles ("it needs to be the best I can do") to getting things done. I think your intro clip verbalized a mantra I have to use to guide myself back to the road when I end up in a ditch: "done is better than perfect." I'm only 67, so there's still time for me to mend my ways, and I'm optimistic. Anyway, hearing your discussion helps remind me of things that make me better and feel better. It's not wasting time, and I/we are not judging you negatively. Keep doing what you're doing. Try another mantra I heard and am internalizing: "whatever happens, I don't mind." I think it's a Buddhist idea. One thing I struggle with: household repairs that are clear for a couple steps, but then I don't know what will happen, so I delay (I call it "doing more research").
This is so true and so common, I do struggle with perfectionism and to actually create a good content has built up so much pressure in my mind to an extent that I don't feel like posting it, although after hearing you I have learned that I should Just manipulate my brain into thinking that its good to be natural and thank you so much for actually posting this in your main channel, this has motivated me a lot to make some great content and be there on the internet.
Absolute banger of a video. I almost didn't click on it because I didn't think it would be relevant, but after I watching it I don't think I could have clicked on a better video for the problems I'm dealing with right now. Thank you so much for making this video Ali and asking the question Andy!
Ali, thank you for all the information in your book. I really wanted my work process to be more fun, but I had no idea. I thought I had already tried all kinds of ideas. But I kept reading your book and kept thinking about it. One day I suddenly came up with the idea of using Windows "voice access" to dictate the text instead of typing it out. It's pretty accurate, even more so than Google Docs "voice typing." Now I'm working on improving my pronunciation of words so that the voice access can better capture what I'm saying. I am really grateful for the new perspective you gave me.
👋 Ali, thank you so much! Videos like this helps me a lot. 🙁 Many productivity UA-camrs show us that "you just need more discipline", "you just don't want", "work harder", "I'm so rich and the best but you a looser", "avoid emotions" etc. 😊 Thank for telling us that we need to understand problems, the reason WHY we don't do it and how to deal with this. 😅 I write this comment and use some of these advices. I'm often scared to write comments because English isn't my first language and it's not that great how I want. But I want to express my gratitude for you and your channel. P. S. I believe if I have a pimple on my nose = someone had a crush on me 😂. You look great! Thanks for advices! 🤍
I struggle with having a lot of ambitions. At the moment the biggest struggle is to put in the effect to declutter my home and have it minimalistic so my household will free up more time to do stuff I really like
Hey Ali, your video is a real eye-opener for me. I've been wanting to start a UA-cam channel for ages, but I always get stuck thinking no one will watch my videos or that they won't be good enough. I have all these ideas about creating the "perfect" video that will stand out on UA-cam... and that need for "perfection" has resulted in me not uploading a single thing!
Wow, this is so useful. Thank you so much for addressing this topic. I definitely struggle with professional channels, but I find it easier to avoid overthinking when it's something fun. I know I shouldn't overthink, but it's hard not to. Sometimes, the reason I don't post much on my professional channel is that my ideas keep changing, and I often end up disliking my previous ideas. It's definitely easier with the fun stuff.
A friend sent this video to me and so I’m grateful to her, and you for making this video. I’m glad you didn’t shoot it at your desk. Thank you for your honesty. Really inspiring and motivating video 🙌🏾🙏🏾
I was homeless, did drugs, went into prison, where I got to know God. He changed my life. Now I have a home, a wife and a lovely year old daughter (zoe), and a stream of income that gats me $47,000 weekly. Plus a new identity - a child of God, Hallelujah!!!🇺🇲❣️♥️❤️
YES!!! That's exactly her name (Kate Elizabeth Becherer) so many people have recommended highly about her and am just starting with her 😊 from Brisbane Australia🇦🇺
Big fan and a med student Been watching u for years and learnt alot from u esp on how to study for exams But Sometimes I just comeback cause I miss the video quality Man its perfect!
I am currently writing a script for my next video but it is taking me a while. I always end up with about a month between videos or longer because I just can't get started. The topic of the video is around the anxiety of permanence and how it can be debilitating (especially from an ADHD, 'all or nothing' thinking viewpoint). Mixed in with RSD, perfectionism and permanence become a minefield in the brain and it can take weeks to work my way through it and get started. Once I do, I can script, film, edit and upload in a couple days. But it's the before that's definitely the hard part. I've written 'Does this have the potential to help at least one person? Yes? Then you have a moral obligation to make it!' on a post it hah! But also, the advice around 'this one just needs to be reasonable, the next one will be good' is going to help a lot I think. At the moment I have a 'this one has to be better than the last one' mindset, thinking along the lines of the 1% better with every upload idea. But, its likely that even with uploading a 'reasonable' video, I will end up being 1% better with every upload by default, simply through repetitions of doing it. Great video Ali, and great question Andy :D
Perfectionism ruined my life. In college, I was studying engineering and was obsessed with getting everything right. I spent countless hours on assignments, redoing them over and over, terrified of making mistakes. I missed deadlines, failed exams, and eventually, I had to drop out. I’m still working on overcoming perfectionism, but I’ve come a long way. I’m slowly but surely working toward my degree again. Life isn’t perfect, but it’s moving forward.
This is very similar to my story. Also doing engineering, I did manage to get through the degree but I've seriously messed up my masters and my entire life pretty much
I love the off-the-cuff style video & taking action. Plus the park looked so pretty! I have been working on this, without having the vocabulary previously of the “saboteur,” my theme for myself lately is to hesitate less and take action on what I need to do. Something I have been struggling with a little has been balancing the pressure of what I think I SHOULD be doing & spending my time on, rather than being comfortable and proud of what I AM actually doing. I’m trying to trust myself and the processes, and lean into patience and knowing that I will get better on the next one & develop as I go! Thanks for sharing, Ali (& Andy)!
Hi Ali, I have been following you for sometime now and your videos have been very useful for me lately. It's not new for me to watch a video about Self Help, it's been couple of years since I have started watching them whenever I feel clueless or low. But the problem I struggle with the most is, even though I learn a lot from all these videos and at times solve my problem in real life implementing it, yet after couple of months I see myself struggling with the same problem again. But by this time I would have forgot how I solved it previously and battling the same things again. For example, I came to a realisation that I need to set goals so as to stop feeling like Imposter and meet those goals and also not feel guilty by spending some time for fun. This did help and I was doing good for sometime and along the way this practise stops and time runs by. Suddenly one day I look back and realise why I am feeling like an Imposter and that I solved this previously. Can you please make a video on this?
Hey Ali. I’ve got quite off-topic question. I’ve recently seen two of your videos. One about that you don’t prefer being manager and leader over being a doer, and you love to teach, and second about your keyboard and that you want to create bussines which won’t involve you basically. The question is „how do you hold those two mindsets together?”
This video came at the right time. Even though I've had some pretty big videos (for my channel size), I've been fairly inconsistent with my video uploads. I constantly find myself in Notion, Notes, or Reminders trying to put together the perfect pre-production steps to "be ready" for the video instead of shooting. The thought process you outline is something I look forward to trying the next time I get stuck in the "what if it's not good enough" thought loop. Thanks, Ali!
sometimes i feel like it’s too late to do anything (while at the same time being fully aware that it’s never too late) I also feel like I dont know what I wanna do or if there is something i want to do i feel like “what if this isnt what im supposed to do?” And just not do anything But i know i have all the potential to be as successful as i wanna be
I struggle a ton with my inner critic (or the saboteur as you put it). I've been doing UA-cam for almost 2 years now and sometimes feel like it hasn't gotten easier because I find some way to make my videos more complex! But like you, I remind myself that I'm usually pretty pleased with how things turn out after a video is edited.
Thanks for the question Andy! Hopefully you found this somewhat useful :) If anyone wants to join LifeNotes, my weekly email where I share what I’m reading & learning, go here: go.aliabdaal.com/lifenotes/yt
Id like to have that wallpaper too :)
A perfect video to get rid of perfectionism 😂😂.
This is so helpful.
Seriously, one of my favorite videos by you. I needed this nudge.
Sending lots of love and appreciation. More if this please. ❤
Woke up with self sabotaging thoughts to be more perfect. Relevant video popped up! Subscriber from Boise. Glad you are able to add some value to Boise community too!
The voice is not loud enough
That is excellent. "Does my work have the potential to help at least one person?" This is so freeing.
Yeah, it is a big question
I think this video is not only a "reasonable" video at all. This video is an amazing video because Ali doesn't only "talk the talk," he really "walks the walk" to film a video that may not be "perfect" for a topic he really cares about. This is "beating perfectionism" in real time 😎
Love it so much!!!
First of all, I would like to thank you. I have been following you for three years now, starting when I was in class 9th. You have changed a lot for me, Ali. You have greatly improved my high school life, introducing me to study methods I couldn't even imagine. Thanks to you, I started reading books. I remember the first book I read a year ago was "Atomic Habits." One quote that really stuck with me was, "You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems."
Thanks to you, I was able to transform my habits and mindset. Currently, I am preparing for a scholarship examination so that I can learn even more. I've always been good with computers, and by applying your study methods, my life has completely changed. I just wanted to thank you for everything. You've helped this kid become a responsible man. Oh, by the way, I'm still in high school. Thanks a lot, Ali. I hope to meet you one day or get a chance to talk to you on the phone. I will work hard to make this wish come true.
Again, thanks a lot.
Sachin
Love it!
Perfectionism is what most beginners struggle with. The reception of a video by the audience is of utmost importance to the beginner creator. Thanks for this video. Very helpful indeed!
I might speak for a good bit of the viewers, but I would watch every single video even if they were filmed in a dumpster..... This stuff has changed my life. But I do want to say, thank you to Ali and team. I see the time that everyone is spending making these awesome videos....
100%. He clearly has a good heart. If he is successful as a result, then all the better.
Overthinking is my main struggle. I have many ideas but get stuck on thinking which will be most liked, often ending the day without accomplishing anything. Videos like this help me focus on taking things one step at a time, so I can achieve more instead of being paralyzed by overthinking... Thank you for this content. Very Helpful❣️
Nice job, keep going!
Great video! Needed it at this point of my life where I realize myself falling into the trap of imposter, over analyzing and eventually procrastinating.
Good to affirm that random things coming from heart holds great value.
Thank you for this video.
As a 20 yo who's been working on his entrepreneurial journey for almost 2 years now without any results, I found this video extremely helpful, especially the “Optimize for Enjoyment” part. Before, all my focus was on finding an income stream regardless if I enjoy the thing or not, and I found myself doing things I don’t like with zero results, this changed just this week while I was reading “The Personal MBA” and I’ve read this: “Spend your time doing work you like, with people you enjoy, in a way that keeps you financially sufficient”, and that’s why I loved the “Optimize for Enjoyment” part. Thanks Ali for your beautiful content!
Ali.. I LOVE THIS VIDEO STYLE. I feel like you talk to us personally. As an introvert person, sometimes when I watch you talk like this. I feel like I have a real friend who can give wise advice. I'm so lucky to find you on YT several years ago. You have changed me so much in my mindsets and lives. Thanks Ali.
I divided perfectionism into 3 aspects:
1) choosing something (you want to choose the best)
2) starting doing something (you want the perfect circumstances)
3) finishing doing something (you want to get it to ideal point)
😭that is so true, it hurts. but thanks for making me aware.
what would be a way to get past these points, if you have some advice ?
I really appreciate this long format, ‘from the heart’ videos. It’s like listening to a podcast or hearing a friend talk, while I was doing my meal prep, hehe. Thanks Ali! This proofs you don’t need a big production for a video; content is what matters ❤
agree
Crazy to think that I have never heard of you or came across your 900+ videos until a few months ago. I watch every new video you put out now. Thank you for the positive, actionable advice 👏👏👏
Same❤
Honestly, one thing that I am struggling with is overthinking in the sense that when I want to do something, I think rather than do and oftentimes when I do the thing, I often stop doing the thing before I get my desired results because of some excuse. Maybe I get lazy, maybe I reason my way out of caring about doing the thing, or something. I often spiral into an existential crisis whether or not I’m doing something productive.
Andy is me. I am Andy.
Overthinking has overconsumed my mind that the anxiety doesnt let me do anything.
But after all that overthinking , i finally decided to make this UA-cam channel and i post , even if it's not everyday.
Ali, i recently started watching your videos and it's really helping me. I hope to apply what i learn from your videos gradually into my videos. Wish me luck.
For that, you dont need productivity advice. U need a therapist or studying psychology.
@@SnowLeonhart lol true. Ironically, I have a psychology degree.
@@zuhahaASMR It makes sense. Great metacognition is a double-edged sword.
This undoubtedly is one of the best videos of yours I have seen so far where you happen to speak right from the heart, then and there. I have never thought of becoming an UA-camr nor have I read Austin Kleon's -" Show Your Work" but this video has definitely sparked something in me that says to me, "You need to provide an act of service that has the potential to potentially help at least one person."
My perspective on tools like UA-cam and social media has completely transformed, when I heard you say, "When you do anything in the spirit of the service its one of the thing that stops the voice of the saboteur". 23:45
What came out of my mind from seeing this at 58 seconds was 'This should be for me oooo'
Eventually I found out it's for me. I am the 'at least one person'.
You indeed spoke from the heart. Please, do more of this. 🤓
Thank you for being reasonable to have created this.
Just keep at it.🙏
More Wisdom! More Blessings! More Wins!
- Liijop Cares🥰
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You already got subscribers before you even started :) all the best!
Finding this solution over the internet for past 4 days never expect having this video on your channel thanks a lot
Great answers! Thanks for taking us on a lovely walk with you. I agree that focusing on the fun does help make things better overall. Your microphone did wonderfully around the lawn mowing.
A lot of people say, "I'm a perfectionist," like it is good or something to be proud of. What they actually mean is that they procrastinate a lot. Stay Uncommon!
I'm from Ukraine and since the war started I have been struggling with myself so much. Thank you Ali for changing my life!
I recommend moving abroad, Ukraine has a bleak future.
Ali, since when I started to watch your videos like 7 months back I think and now on, it really changed my life to a tremendous level. You have been showing me how to make the best videos and you still do it. Because of that I have started my channel. So, thanks a lot! And Keep on creating.
You are doing so much more than just adding productivity tips. You're bringing joy back into the heart of the creative process. The authenticity here, the massive value add, the recommendations... so good, and really helps overcome the perfectionist inside me. Just bought feel good productivity and can't wait to read it. . Thanks for all the work you do. Regarding the struggle...
One thing I am currently working with is "being a generalist" and being spread too thin among many areas of expertise I find fascinating. There are people, smarter than me, who have combined these things, but I seem to struggle with making it happen for myself. I might have to accept the work I can do in these spaces might be different than those I look up to.
loved this! helped me get to the icky root of my perfectionism which is actually the ego 🥶 Definitely my biggest struggle at the moment is to live intentionally and actually be present due to my perfectionism. Actually scary how fast time passes by and how much you can easily take everything for granted when you're in this frozen state of "all or nothing" mindset.
Many thanks for sharing 🙏
Procrastination held me back for years but your advice on just getting started really helped for posting my first video.
Love this authentic format.
My struggle is perfectionism as well. Imagine trying to be perfect at something you’re not naturally good at! Honestly speaking, am not good at filming myself, am a bubbly and very articulate person, but have noticed INFRONT of the camera.. kinda feel dumb! I forget pretty much everything was supposed to talk about.
Working on it. I know it takes practice, so am dedicating myself to learning the whole UA-cam thing.
Cheers to everyone that can relate. Keep pushing!
Great video Ali. Thank you so much for all your insights. As 44 y/o trying to switch carreers into something more meaningful and inspiring, I find myself struggling with 2 mental blocks:
1. The voice telling me "who do you think you are talking about these subjects where there are many more experienced authorities already discussing them".
2. Finding and conveying my "own voice". I still feel I come of very "vanilla" and, even if I know I dont want to create a character that is not me, I feel there is something missing to feel more comfortable and enjoy the process (specially creating content).
One thing that I struggle with is not knowing who am I or what is my part in this world which literally took years into deep searching watching UA-cam videos and trying a lot of new things trying to fit in some place but to no Vail until I just stopped thinking about it and yesterday I met this university Dr who literally told me try to get to know yourself try to unlock who you are which made me go into this deep thinking episode again
Hi Ali. You are one of my biggest inspirations for stating my own channel and I want to let you know that this is probably my favorite video I’ve seen from you because I can relate to it a lot. I tend to get in my head about needing to have that “perfect desk camera set up” with a script and formalities and while I do think all that stuff is important, I think this style of a more “off the cuff” script with a casual conversational feel is great too. Thank you for all that you do sir. I continue to want to follow my purpose and have a positive impact on peoples lives and you definitely play a part in that with my journey. Grateful and blessed for your channel. By the way I loved your book!
I love the change of scenery in this video, its actually quite nice :)
I've been following your for awhile. This is probably one of the best videos of yours I've enjoyed in a long time. All your videos are great, but this one is quite timely and just so honest which is really encouraging to really start and just create (duh, but we struggle lol). Thanks Ali, appreciate your content!
Hi Ali , I have never been a very productive, goal driven person ..
But the reason I have been consistently following you is because, I m a fellow doctor who along with wanting to be a good doctor also have dreams outside of the medical field...
Just like the name of Your Book, Your videos have a "Feel Good" Factor that leave a very Positive Refreshing Impact and Keep me Hopeful and Inspired ...
Keep up with the Good Work, Keep Inspiring 😊
Thank you, Ali.
This video speaks to me.
I am currently trying to balance my work and studies.
I have so procrastinate alot of my assignments and overwhelmed with everything 😢
Thank you so much 😊
Quite liked how the format felt for this video-an answer to Andy’s question in itself: just pick up the camera and go! It felt spontaneous and vulnerable. Thanks for stepping out of your comfort zone, Ali
Very Valuable video. I am so happy you decided to make it. that was a great spot, where the river was. You are so great at this, BTW, I love your book.
Thank you so much!
I am Struggling everyday with perfectionism and my UA-cam channel. I keep telling myself that it’s not about making “perfect” videos. (There is so much I still have to learn)- it’s about making videos that educate, entertain and connect. That’s all that matters. People want CONNECTION not PERFECTION. One video at a time 🥹
Just watched one of your videos. As a man in my 40s, it is completely out of my sphere but I really enjoyed your balance of friendliness, honesty and professionalism. You come across as a lovely person. You are so grateful and humbled by the 337 subs you had at the time you made the video. I would feel valued as a subscriber. Good luck with your channel.
@@travellingtom6091that is a truly wonderful sentiment -Thank you so very much it means a lot ❤
This is probably the best video I've seen on perfectionism ever. And as a perfectionist, you can imagine I've seen many. It even made me a bit emotional. Keep speaking from your heart Ali, there's nothing the world needs more of right now.
Thanks Ali - needed to see this today. Been a follower for a while, and stuff like this I can watch/listen to all day long.
This was definitely the video I didn't know I needed. As short as 3-6 months ago I used to be so focused and always follow through but overtime I can now see it has eroded due to perfectionism.
The main takeaway I have received for this video, and what I now realise I constantly need to remind myself is that:
Its okay to start and not perfectly maintain - each period of start to stop will bring you closer to your target.
make it your mission to find the 'money's hidden magic' ebook, even if it's the last thing you ever do
You selling it ?
by who?
The best time to start was yesterday, the next best is right now. Great video as always Ali!
Thank you, Ali. I found this video really helpful. I now understand why I have been procrastinating starting my work for last two weeks, and I feel more confident to do it now. Though I'm not used to writing in English and fear making mistakes, I really wish to let you know this is an awesome video!❤
I've really appreciated your "desk" videos and also this format was really impactful and human. I definitely get caught up in comparison to higher produced content until I remember that sometimes people just want to see (and get perspective/help from) people being chill and heartfelt. Thank you for the reminder and for being so awesome with your service, Ali. If you ever want to sprinkle this format in from time to time, I'm here for it! Take care 🫶
I'm glad I found this video today, when I really needed it. Ive been agonizing yesterday evening and all throughout work today with these self imposed expectations that I believe my audience and bosses also share (even though they haven't explicitly told me they do, I just imagine they do), and its been really difficult to just sit down and draw the thing that I want to do. I keep thinking, "it's nice, but how is my interpretation of this character good when other artists are just so much better?"
It's been really helpful to hear what I'm experiencing and explained in the terms you used. It resonated with me at the right time, I think. I found myself nodding along the entire time, and I felt so seen. So thank you for taking fighting against that voice and hitting the record button. (and high five to your post production team haha!)
This is one of the if not THE most valuable piece of content I've seen from you in 5 years of watching your videos.
It was from the heart to the heart.
One thing I'm struggling with right now is starting to make an income (effing problematic given I am a father of 3) and putting the voice of the saboteur/resistance to rest .
So many insights in this video. Thank you.
I also struggled with perfection,I felt my videos must be perfect and I was also afraid that people might not watch my videos nor subscribe to my channel ☹️,but finally I got ride of that perfection syndrome and I feel great
This brought me so much peace, thank you! I stress so much as a manager at my job wanting to make sure my team is always happy and that I am the best leader I can be for them. I realized that as long as I am potentially helping at least one person on my team, I am okay :)
Ali, you are an inspiration for all my work and your podcast is the best, nobody asks perfect questions like you.
Perfectionism is easily caused by this society and workplace/corporate environment where most people fix their eyes on sales performance/KPI/project deadline etc because the burdens were put onto themselves upon top management’s expectation, that could be the main trigger for professionals to lay down their perfectionism when it comes to own content creation journey, because they treat their contents to audiences like big project/performance presented to the manager. Thank you for the great video, Ali!
Just like so many people say in this comment section, I am struggling with overthinking, and everything you said in the video resonate with me a lot. Become an illustrator has always been my dream, and to become one, I need to be out there in social media and "promoting" my work. But the feeling of being not good enough always haunt me. Especially the existance of AI that trying to took away our place, artists, kinda made me think is it too late for me now to pursue my dream? This kind of video really help me to touch the ground again, to just do what made me happy and have that spark of excitement whenever I am doing it. Thank you for helping me resetting my mindset :)
I am struggling with perfectionist and postponing important tasks each day for a good time but this video motivates me to take tiny step each time and START DOING! Thank you Ali for this amazing video!
Loved this video than the typical inside/studio type videos. Stunning calming background throughout.
Thanks, Ali - your advice is very helpful, and I appreciate it. I'm struggling with figuring out exactly what I want to spend my time doing, and as an almost 40-year old , it is very discouraging to feel so lost. And harder still to plan and be consistent when I have no idea of the most basic thing.
Thank you for this, as a teacher heading back next week to prepare for the new year I needed this.
I've said often that even if I didn’t NEED to I would still teach because I love teaching, the students, and who I work with. I teach the visually impaired.
I have a new post-it for this year (last year's was Work Smarter Not Harder) - What would it look like if it were fun?
I work with a lot of students who like me struggle with perfectionism because they know that what support they get now defines their quality of life so much as an adult, they know it more than their classmates in their regular classes but just like I struggle to provide it all (because you can't not all at once - braille, assistive tech, basic life skills, self-advocacy, keeping up in their general ed. classes, and more). It feels like running 15 marathons simultaneously 1 step at a time hoping there's no hurdles nor potholes knowing very well there will always be both. Per student.
I'm all for for doing all of that but I struggle with balancing that and also recovering from chronic burnout that was made worse by grad school and life situations.
How do I balance healing from burnout while still showing up as a single mom and as a teacher? That's the crux of it all for me.
I know in your video you talk about how you hope it helps one person, but through me I know you've helped me and most likely 1 if not more students and colleagues because I'll share it. Thank you
The background and environment and literally the format of this video is perfect for the topic at hand : perfectionism.
I LOVE that park! I used to live in Boise ❤ but your video is so soothing and I’m happy I stumbled into this
Really enjoyed this more informal style of video. That Cal Newport reasonable quote is so good.
I was just got up after having a nap when I just saw the thumbnail of the video and literally it gave me goosebumps to clear all my temptations of perfectionism and publish my video in the next week. I must say that your videos and myself are in a living touch with each other.
Thanks from Lahore, Pakistan.❤❤
What's amazing in this video is that he's walking around and there is hardly anyone around. I wanna go to that PARK! All in all Ali, you helped me get started where I have been watching UA-cam videos to make UA-cam videos only up until now.
Thanks Ali for overcoming your perfectionism and filming this video for us even when you didn't quite feel ready. It's comforting to know that you still struggle too. As a mother of 2 who works full time and wants to do UA-cam, I can really relate to Andy's situation and this was super helpful.
Ali, I took your UA-cam Foundation course and it really helped me finally get started on my UA-cam channel, something I've wanted to do for 3 years. Your advice to 'beat perfection with imperfection' is incredibly helpful: we will always have the opportunity to grow and get better, but we can't get anywhere if we don't start, right?
Love it. I’m going to use that mindset for my UA-cam channel “This one is going to be reasonable the next one will be good” giving value to just 1 person is a great mindset. Thank you.
Thank you Ali for making this video. It really helps when you see other people going through the same struggles that we as individuals face daily. More power to you and your team! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I love Ali's content. I think the final level is when he's a parent and can give advice to people with young children. I was a productivity beast until my daughter came along. Tbf Ali probably rich enough to outsource large amounts of his parenting but still, would be really interesting to see how he navigates it all. Thanks for the content
This is very helpful to me.
I struggle with perfectionism and am constantly overthinking and over analyzing things.
Thank you so much for this content and the rest of the things you produce.
Very helpful.
Thanks for this video, Ali! As a new UA-camr (I uploaded my first video on March 30 this year), I find inspiration, motivation, and encouragement from watching your content. In my personal life, I dedicate time to at least one random person each week, sometimes connected through LinkedIn or my community contacts. I tell myself that if my suggestion, advice, or information can benefit one person, why not make a video that could help at least ten people with the same information? This thought keeps me going, and I really enjoy the video editing process. I agree with what you mentioned about the finished product often being better than the first draft because creation is always messy. I also resonate with your emphasis on having a clear purpose and serving others, not just making videos for the sake of it. So, stay blessed and thanks again!!☺
One thing I struggle with is trying to make my process fun. I'm quite systems oriented, so I get so caught up in the outcome, trying to make it valuable for others, and doing it consistently that it becomes a super heavy lift that I don't want to do anymore and I end up abandoning. I'm really working on trying to start and do things for myself that have the added benefit of bringing value to others.
This is my favourite video of yours so far Ali! ❤ It’s already helped me so much as a brand new you tuber! I’ve rewatched this video twice. I call myself a recovering perfectionist and it’s something that I have to work hard at everyday ☺️
I've had this fight in my mind for YEARS, it's really really painful Constantly making a video better than I "can" make it with reasonable effort, and then having to move the ceiling further and higher once and once again... to the point that you no longer enjoy it...
This video is helpful, thank you Ali. But I don't think it is as good as the others and would better suit the 2nd channel. I think the voice you talk about in the video, is some sort of internal feedback or intuition to let us know we can be, do, and have better, which is what we are here in this world to do.
It's painful,
but probably we should accept it is and use the park or whatever circumstances to study the subject better, put the video script together, and then record it on the desk professionally.
If we don't want to do that, then we can just do a live video, or a "lower quality" one for the 2nd channel that we have just for that, for sharing what we want to with no pressure...
It's a real thing that a lower quality video can massively hurt our channels... I've been really looking away from this, and it's no good idea. My views are ridiculous. From 20-40k views per video down to 1k max 😂
(this was a comment for my notes watching the video, but decided I'd share them).
Thank you for the inspiration ali...!
Man, I love the way your brain processes the mundane into its lowest common denominator. This video really spoke volume to my personal journey building my podcast on UA-cam.
This provided so much value! Thank you for standing up to your self saboteur and creating this! At the moment I'm struggling with my perfectionism and putting content out there, that could help another person; similar to Andy! So thank you very much for answering Andy's question because it's definitely helped me :)
I love that these kinds of real/less-edited videos are making a huge comeback now where we actually care more about the creator and the words over the vfx and sfx.
I have to get myself over that barrier so much, because I am so convinced that if I don't make insane edits and put 50 hours of work into one 10 minute video I am just wasting my time...
I also feel like if I start yapping into a mic I (as a non native speaker) say things like "like" "uhh" or other stop words way too often and I am terrible at getting my point across
As an aspiring textile artist Cal Newport's advice particularly spoke to me! I struggle with a lot of self judgement and criticism hence I kinda sabotage myself even before I could build a following or let alone putting my work out there for people to see. I recently discovered you (not sure if I was living under a rock or what haha) but been going through your videos and they give me a great deal of motivation to finally make a jump, so thanks!
One thing I struggle with is not letting myself experiment beyond the borders of predefined niches, before anything has even had the chance to get off the ground. I realized through making videos that it's easier to just express yourself and see what happens in the beginning. It's easy to limit ourselves by what we think is palatable to others; but as Ali said if it has the potential to help at least one person, it's worth putting out there and seeing what happens. I appreciated this video a lot! Random cities in the US look beautiful to visit.
This is a super relatable and helpful video! I love Ali's down-to-earth approach to tackling perfectionism and overthinking. It's really encouraging to hear that even successful UA-camrs struggle with these things, and that there are practical ways to overcome them.
Ironically, it feels like this video on perfectionism is perfect for beginners like me. Thanks Ali for this one. The struggle in question is a life thing , and I believe this will help others in different ways….
I was struggling exactly with this problem over the last couple of weeks. Now I'm going to get into action. Thank you Andy for thr question and Ali & team for the video. Now you hwlped at least 2 people
Ali, I'm wired like you when it comes to self-judging and creating obstacles ("it needs to be the best I can do") to getting things done. I think your intro clip verbalized a mantra I have to use to guide myself back to the road when I end up in a ditch: "done is better than perfect." I'm only 67, so there's still time for me to mend my ways, and I'm optimistic. Anyway, hearing your discussion helps remind me of things that make me better and feel better. It's not wasting time, and I/we are not judging you negatively. Keep doing what you're doing. Try another mantra I heard and am internalizing: "whatever happens, I don't mind." I think it's a Buddhist idea.
One thing I struggle with: household repairs that are clear for a couple steps, but then I don't know what will happen, so I delay (I call it "doing more research").
What do you think about the challenges of starting a business with no money? We've been exploring this on our channel recently.
This is so true and so common, I do struggle with perfectionism and to actually create a good content has built up so much pressure in my mind to an extent that I don't feel like posting it, although after hearing you I have learned that I should Just manipulate my brain into thinking that its good to be natural and thank you so much for actually posting this in your main channel, this has motivated me a lot to make some great content and be there on the internet.
Perfectionism leading to procrastination big challenge. Thank you!❤
Absolute banger of a video. I almost didn't click on it because I didn't think it would be relevant, but after I watching it I don't think I could have clicked on a better video for the problems I'm dealing with right now. Thank you so much for making this video Ali and asking the question Andy!
Ali, thank you for all the information in your book. I really wanted my work process to be more fun, but I had no idea. I thought I had already tried all kinds of ideas. But I kept reading your book and kept thinking about it. One day I suddenly came up with the idea of using Windows "voice access" to dictate the text instead of typing it out. It's pretty accurate, even more so than Google Docs "voice typing." Now I'm working on improving my pronunciation of words so that the voice access can better capture what I'm saying. I am really grateful for the new perspective you gave me.
👋 Ali, thank you so much! Videos like this helps me a lot.
🙁 Many productivity UA-camrs show us that "you just need more discipline", "you just don't want", "work harder", "I'm so rich and the best but you a looser", "avoid emotions" etc.
😊 Thank for telling us that we need to understand problems, the reason WHY we don't do it and how to deal with this.
😅 I write this comment and use some of these advices. I'm often scared to write comments because English isn't my first language and it's not that great how I want. But I want to express my gratitude for you and your channel.
P. S. I believe if I have a pimple on my nose = someone had a crush on me 😂. You look great!
Thanks for advices! 🤍
I struggle with having a lot of ambitions. At the moment the biggest struggle is to put in the effect to declutter my home and have it minimalistic so my household will free up more time to do stuff I really like
Hey Ali, your video is a real eye-opener for me. I've been wanting to start a UA-cam channel for ages, but I always get stuck thinking no one will watch my videos or that they won't be good enough. I have all these ideas about creating the "perfect" video that will stand out on UA-cam... and that need for "perfection" has resulted in me not uploading a single thing!
Wow, this is so useful. Thank you so much for addressing this topic. I definitely struggle with professional channels, but I find it easier to avoid overthinking when it's something fun. I know I shouldn't overthink, but it's hard not to. Sometimes, the reason I don't post much on my professional channel is that my ideas keep changing, and I often end up disliking my previous ideas. It's definitely easier with the fun stuff.
A friend sent this video to me and so I’m grateful to her, and you for making this video. I’m glad you didn’t shoot it at your desk. Thank you for your honesty. Really inspiring and motivating video 🙌🏾🙏🏾
I was homeless, did drugs, went into prison, where I got to know God. He changed my life. Now I have a home, a wife and a lovely year old daughter (zoe), and a stream of income that gats me $47,000 weekly. Plus a new identity - a child of God, Hallelujah!!!🇺🇲❣️♥️❤️
Excuse me for real?,how is that
possible I have struggling
financially, how was that possible?
Thanks to Kate Elizabeth Becherer
Her top notch guidance and expertise on digital market changed the game for me
I always appreciate God for his kindness upon my life
YES!!! That's exactly her name (Kate Elizabeth Becherer) so many people have recommended highly about her and am just starting with her 😊 from Brisbane Australia🇦🇺
Big fan and a med student
Been watching u for years and learnt alot from u esp on how to study for exams
But Sometimes I just comeback cause I miss the video quality
Man its perfect!
I really enjoyed this format and the content. Thank you Ali.. .I found it a very rewarding watch. More like this please. :)
I am currently writing a script for my next video but it is taking me a while. I always end up with about a month between videos or longer because I just can't get started. The topic of the video is around the anxiety of permanence and how it can be debilitating (especially from an ADHD, 'all or nothing' thinking viewpoint). Mixed in with RSD, perfectionism and permanence become a minefield in the brain and it can take weeks to work my way through it and get started. Once I do, I can script, film, edit and upload in a couple days. But it's the before that's definitely the hard part.
I've written 'Does this have the potential to help at least one person? Yes? Then you have a moral obligation to make it!' on a post it hah!
But also, the advice around 'this one just needs to be reasonable, the next one will be good' is going to help a lot I think. At the moment I have a 'this one has to be better than the last one' mindset, thinking along the lines of the 1% better with every upload idea. But, its likely that even with uploading a 'reasonable' video, I will end up being 1% better with every upload by default, simply through repetitions of doing it.
Great video Ali, and great question Andy :D
Perfectionism ruined my life. In college, I was studying engineering and was obsessed with getting everything right. I spent countless hours on assignments, redoing them over and over, terrified of making mistakes. I missed deadlines, failed exams, and eventually, I had to drop out.
I’m still working on overcoming perfectionism, but I’ve come a long way. I’m slowly but surely working toward my degree again. Life isn’t perfect, but it’s moving forward.
This is very similar to my story. Also doing engineering, I did manage to get through the degree but I've seriously messed up my masters and my entire life pretty much
I love the off-the-cuff style video & taking action. Plus the park looked so pretty!
I have been working on this, without having the vocabulary previously of the “saboteur,” my theme for myself lately is to hesitate less and take action on what I need to do. Something I have been struggling with a little has been balancing the pressure of what I think I SHOULD be doing & spending my time on, rather than being comfortable and proud of what I AM actually doing. I’m trying to trust myself and the processes, and lean into patience and knowing that I will get better on the next one & develop as I go!
Thanks for sharing, Ali (& Andy)!
thank you very much for this video ❤ overthinking is definitely my thing 😅 "optimize for enjoyment" is the best advice I've ever get 🤩
Thank you, Ali! I love this video and the best part was defining your quality bar
Like the format! It's relieving and helpful to know that you're not the only one struggling with this. Thank you!
Hi Ali,
I have been following you for sometime now and your videos have been very useful for me lately. It's not new for me to watch a video about Self Help, it's been couple of years since I have started watching them whenever I feel clueless or low. But the problem I struggle with the most is, even though I learn a lot from all these videos and at times solve my problem in real life implementing it, yet after couple of months I see myself struggling with the same problem again. But by this time I would have forgot how I solved it previously and battling the same things again.
For example, I came to a realisation that I need to set goals so as to stop feeling like Imposter and meet those goals and also not feel guilty by spending some time for fun. This did help and I was doing good for sometime and along the way this practise stops and time runs by. Suddenly one day I look back and realise why I am feeling like an Imposter and that I solved this previously. Can you please make a video on this?
This channel makes over $40k a month, and you can too, without showing your face.
Will you like an indepth explanation?
Hey Ali. I’ve got quite off-topic question. I’ve recently seen two of your videos. One about that you don’t prefer being manager and leader over being a doer, and you love to teach, and second about your keyboard and that you want to create bussines which won’t involve you basically. The question is „how do you hold those two mindsets together?”
This video came at the right time. Even though I've had some pretty big videos (for my channel size), I've been fairly inconsistent with my video uploads. I constantly find myself in Notion, Notes, or Reminders trying to put together the perfect pre-production steps to "be ready" for the video instead of shooting. The thought process you outline is something I look forward to trying the next time I get stuck in the "what if it's not good enough" thought loop. Thanks, Ali!
sometimes i feel like it’s too late to do anything (while at the same time being fully aware that it’s never too late)
I also feel like I dont know what I wanna do or if there is something i want to do i feel like “what if this isnt what im supposed to do?” And just not do anything
But i know i have all the potential to be as successful as i wanna be
I struggle a ton with my inner critic (or the saboteur as you put it). I've been doing UA-cam for almost 2 years now and sometimes feel like it hasn't gotten easier because I find some way to make my videos more complex! But like you, I remind myself that I'm usually pretty pleased with how things turn out after a video is edited.