I stumbled across your channel a couple of years ago with your "Old now" video but have enjoyed a lot of your work since then. I know it's a cheesy aphorism but self doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. Not everyone is going to like every video but persevere with creating them as long as it brings you joy.
This is great to hear. I've often wondered if people came across my channel from my more viral stuff and been like "yo wtf I came here for music vids and now this bloke is making lil weird videos about life." FWIW, there probably are a bunch of people like that, but I'm glad to hear there are a few who see the thru line in everything! Doubt is a funny thing. Very ironic that our own brains might try to keep us from doing things that we want to do. But as I've learned, it's kind of a defense mechanism. Our brains try to keep us from feeling discomfort, because discomfort = danger and comfort = safety. Goes back all the way to our humble beginnings as a species. Thanks for the comment and for sticking around!
Thanks for sharing this! For years I have wanted to make videos on UA-cam. I get excited about the idea of doing one and then I always back out for whatever reason I come up with at the time. Generally it boils down to fear of failure/rejection. I think I need to start making some and get past the things that are holding me back. This video was very inspirational. Much appreciated!
Thats awesome. Trust me, the anxiety is totally normal so don't sweat it. Have as much fun as you can and constantly remind yourself why you like making YT videos. Good luck! Keep me updated!
I can relate. I think this is true of most artists. Getting through those early stages is difficult, but when you make it through and have something to show for it, the satisfaction is comforting. Until the next project haha.
There is a lot of artists (and that's what you are) HATE their own work and some can't even watch themselves... You are trying to critique your own mind. - You are doing better than me! - I can't get in front of people or cameras, and yet have life experiences that could help others.
Weird. I go in reverse process. Excited about making something. Making something. Disgusted it couldn't be better. Doubt it was going to be good enough. Then, excited about future Joy on a new build. The possibility of things to be. Then, I step back and am disgusted. Doubt I will find the help I'm looking for to get past disgust.
I think you might be surprised how many people relate to your creative process. And like, there are definitely some times when I finish a project and i'm like "nope, this is awful." I think what's interesting is that the process is so consistent. I would offer up this suggestion - you don't need help getting past the disgust, because the disgust is such a natural part of your process. Instead, look at it as "my brain is going to always do this, I can acknowledge it and keep going." As consistent as the sun rising in the morning. The trick is acknowledging that the existence of that disgust doesn't IMPLY anything. Like "I feel disgust AND I'm still good at what i do." or "I feel disgust and I still like doing what i do." Much like we don't stop breathing when it rains. Or we don't stop drinking water when we're upset. Finally, give yourself some credit. You're actively seeking out ways to improve how you navigate the creative process. That's a testament to your commitment. Keep on trucking!!! The world needs more people making more stuff!!
I receive the same positive feedback and completely feel in the same boat as what you describe in this video...except the end result...I receive no positive outcome when I put myself out there which makes it harder and harder to feel I have anything to give and maybe I am not skilled or talented and my family is just coddling me....
It is definitely an odd thing to experience. What I have found to be the most reassuring is realizing that these feelings are not indicative of something being bad. Rather, they are going to happen no matter what. Much like the sun rising and the sun setting each day. What I have found to be helpful is focusing more on what I enjoy about the work. I like to think. I like to write. I like to put stories together. Those things, at the end of the day, do bring me joy. Reminding myself of what I like about the things that I am doing, is sometimes the encouragement I need to keep going The times I struggle the most, are the times when I focus on things that are outside of my control - how people perceive the work, whether or not there's a positive outcome, etc. Thats not something I have a say in, ultimately. All i have a say in is what I want to do. So in short I would say this - think about what it is that brings you joy. Like, really think about it. Whether it's as simple of a thought as "painting makes me feel happy." Whatever you find, hold onto that thought. It is your life vest when you are in the ocean. Your umbrella when you are in a storm. What we cannot control will try to keep us from doing what we love to do. It is the great irony of life. But what we can control can help us keep going! Also, it's great that you have support around you! Embrace that.
@@FreconAF certainly good advice! (I am working on it). Your videos definitely reflect your words. What brings me the happy is the family! Back in Minnesota! I did not really put much context along with my initial comment. My personal experience is going to college, but then trying to take a short-cut which led me to Colorado for an already failing franchise, then back to college to graduate and make less than serving/bartending made me prior to college...on top of that, I could have made a fancier degree at home because I have been an artist since preschool haha. Live and learn. (Being Minnesotan and Norwegian I would never be capable of doing such a dishonest thing though).
I stumbled across your channel a couple of years ago with your "Old now" video but have enjoyed a lot of your work since then. I know it's a cheesy aphorism but self doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. Not everyone is going to like every video but persevere with creating them as long as it brings you joy.
This is great to hear. I've often wondered if people came across my channel from my more viral stuff and been like "yo wtf I came here for music vids and now this bloke is making lil weird videos about life." FWIW, there probably are a bunch of people like that, but I'm glad to hear there are a few who see the thru line in everything! Doubt is a funny thing. Very ironic that our own brains might try to keep us from doing things that we want to do. But as I've learned, it's kind of a defense mechanism. Our brains try to keep us from feeling discomfort, because discomfort = danger and comfort = safety. Goes back all the way to our humble beginnings as a species. Thanks for the comment and for sticking around!
Thanks for sharing this! For years I have wanted to make videos on UA-cam. I get excited about the idea of doing one and then I always back out for whatever reason I come up with at the time. Generally it boils down to fear of failure/rejection. I think I need to start making some and get past the things that are holding me back. This video was very inspirational. Much appreciated!
Thats awesome. Trust me, the anxiety is totally normal so don't sweat it. Have as much fun as you can and constantly remind yourself why you like making YT videos. Good luck! Keep me updated!
Thanks Alex! Will do.
@@FreconAF Well I went for it. Here is a link: ua-cam.com/video/QJpZMWXNmMQ/v-deo.html
I can relate. I think this is true of most artists. Getting through those early stages is difficult, but when you make it through and have something to show for it, the satisfaction is comforting. Until the next project haha.
Onward!
SO relatable SO good thank you SO MUCH!
Quick question - have you been rhymin' all the time?
@@FreconAF I got a rhymin' fetish 💖
There is a lot of artists (and that's what you are) HATE their own work and some can't even watch themselves... You are trying to critique your own mind. - You are doing better than me! - I can't get in front of people or cameras, and yet have life experiences that could help others.
Sweet poster at the start :)
Lol hey thanks
Weird. I go in reverse process. Excited about making something. Making something. Disgusted it couldn't be better. Doubt it was going to be good enough. Then, excited about future Joy on a new build. The possibility of things to be. Then, I step back and am disgusted. Doubt I will find the help I'm looking for to get past disgust.
I think you might be surprised how many people relate to your creative process. And like, there are definitely some times when I finish a project and i'm like "nope, this is awful." I think what's interesting is that the process is so consistent. I would offer up this suggestion - you don't need help getting past the disgust, because the disgust is such a natural part of your process. Instead, look at it as "my brain is going to always do this, I can acknowledge it and keep going." As consistent as the sun rising in the morning. The trick is acknowledging that the existence of that disgust doesn't IMPLY anything. Like "I feel disgust AND I'm still good at what i do." or "I feel disgust and I still like doing what i do." Much like we don't stop breathing when it rains. Or we don't stop drinking water when we're upset. Finally, give yourself some credit. You're actively seeking out ways to improve how you navigate the creative process. That's a testament to your commitment. Keep on trucking!!! The world needs more people making more stuff!!
I receive the same positive feedback and completely feel in the same boat as what you describe in this video...except the end result...I receive no positive outcome when I put myself out there which makes it harder and harder to feel I have anything to give and maybe I am not skilled or talented and my family is just coddling me....
It is definitely an odd thing to experience. What I have found to be the most reassuring is realizing that these feelings are not indicative of something being bad. Rather, they are going to happen no matter what. Much like the sun rising and the sun setting each day. What I have found to be helpful is focusing more on what I enjoy about the work. I like to think. I like to write. I like to put stories together. Those things, at the end of the day, do bring me joy. Reminding myself of what I like about the things that I am doing, is sometimes the encouragement I need to keep going The times I struggle the most, are the times when I focus on things that are outside of my control - how people perceive the work, whether or not there's a positive outcome, etc. Thats not something I have a say in, ultimately. All i have a say in is what I want to do. So in short I would say this - think about what it is that brings you joy. Like, really think about it. Whether it's as simple of a thought as "painting makes me feel happy." Whatever you find, hold onto that thought. It is your life vest when you are in the ocean. Your umbrella when you are in a storm. What we cannot control will try to keep us from doing what we love to do. It is the great irony of life. But what we can control can help us keep going! Also, it's great that you have support around you! Embrace that.
@@FreconAF certainly good advice! (I am working on it). Your videos definitely reflect your words. What brings me the happy is the family! Back in Minnesota! I did not really put much context along with my initial comment. My personal experience is going to college, but then trying to take a short-cut which led me to Colorado for an already failing franchise, then back to college to graduate and make less than serving/bartending made me prior to college...on top of that, I could have made a fancier degree at home because I have been an artist since preschool haha. Live and learn. (Being Minnesotan and Norwegian I would never be capable of doing such a dishonest thing though).