Honestly Lilly, thank you so much for making this video. To all the butthurt people out there, the world is not a wish granting factory, and that is what she is saying here. She's not crushing your dreams, dear 12 year olds, she is motivating you to work for them and eventually achieve them. Yeah, she says that there will always be someone who is working harder than you, faster than you, stronger than you. Because that's true! You have to accept that fact. You want to be the best out there? You have to work harder than the rest of the world for that. And that work is going to be hard and painful. But if you want it bad enough, so bad that you miss your precious sleep, and you miss your meals, you will eventually achieve your dreams. Straight up, you will know if you want your dreams bad enough if you find yourself missing meals and sleep. That's how much it's going to take, plus more! (and obviously, missing meals and sleep aren't for all dreams out there. For example, if your dream is to become fit, then obviously you will be required to get enough sleep and eat proper meals. She was using that analogy just as an example for a dream such as becoming a youtuber, or teacher, or doctor, etc.) So advice to everyone reading this comment: FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!
Thank you for this! I agree. I have a horse and am not an adult so I can't just ride him whenever. I beg my parents to take me to the barn everyday. But I'm not making excuses. Im just saying that I'm trying the best I can and as soon as I turn 16, im going to get my license and drive to the barn and ride him every single day that I can.
I agree with Lilly, but only to a certain extent. I believe that you reap what you sow, and you are only going to improve if you work hard. However, that is not to say that you should neglect your health. It's important to have a good rest, to stop when you're too tired, and to eat. Besides, if you fall sick, then you're not going to be productive either, right? Think of it this way, there's always going to be someone better than you, working harder than you, more fortunate than you, so it's perfectly okay not to be perfect. And that's saying something, coming from a perfectionist like me. Mediocrity is what you make of it. It's good to have ambitions and have something to work towards, but don't worry too much over it, because there's more to life than achieving your goals. You know, stop and smell the roses once in a while. Aaaand I should really go study now because I have midterms in like 2 days and I am NOT ready. Byeeee
I think this is for people who are lazy and unmotivated and fall into habits like procasination; and these people really know that and want to be better. They don't want to do things at the last minute and get by in life. I don't think this is for people who work hard and are also catering to their needs. I think this is for people who over-indulge and do not have a balance. Trust me, I am one of those people.
To be honest, this was JUST what I needed today. :) I quit my job two weeks ago (telling myself that the reason I quit was to reach my dream), but I've done nothing but procrastinate and feeling sorry for myself ever since. Thanks for the reminder and the wake up call.
Ciiah Kultti No judging. Work for that goal and don't let anyone tell you that you can't make it. If YOU believe that you can do it, then NO ONE can tell you otherwise. :)
Sleep is kind of important.. It's a need not a want. And if you don't get enough you can't be productive. But with that being said, if you lie in bed until 2 in the afternoon and still complain about how the world sucks, I'm going to judge you.
Maybe you should stop judging and focus on yourself.I'm sure iisuperwomanii is more successful that you so you should probably take some of her advice.
***** well it truly depends on your way of measuring success. My goal is just to be a happy person later in life. And I know that I also need to be productive because that's when I feel my best. I don't see how my comment is 'judging'. I am just stating that sleep should not feel like a guilty pleasure because it is a need. But following her advice, my work would not be at my best (because it would be 2 or 3 hrs. rather than 4 to 6) and I was be unhealthy. I rather be healthy and happy and productive, than unhealthy and miserable and productive. But hey, each to his or her own.
Jenn X Obviously everyone needs sleep. What she meant by saying sleep is a "guilty pleasure" was not to never sleep, it was to say that in order to succeed and accomplish your dreams in life, you have to really work at it to the point where you train your mind,body and spirit to understand that you do not have any time to waste.I try to follow this motto everyday except on weekends ;)
Caleb Cersosimo Well said! ....Jenn X when she says it should be a 'guilty pleasure', she means that you should have accomplished as much as you are capable of so that you are satisfied with yourself once you hit that warm, comfortable dream world :) Like ConnorFranta would say *head flip* judge me
Today I watched this video for the first time. And after watching it, I got up and I worked out for the first time in years. I can't feel my legs, but I'm feeling super anyway #TeamSuper
I usually love Superwomen motivation videos, but this one is just straight up guilt tripping people for taking care of themselves. Yes you should work hard everyday to achieve your dreams and avoid any excuses, but to do so you NEED to take care of your body. So give yourself a sleeping pattern, eat properly, socialise and explore, because ruining your physical and mental health, is not gonna bring you closer to your goals
True,I totally agree with you...the goal must be to become a person who can balance their work life with the personal life and not have it affect our physical or mental health...
People who're misinterpreting this video need to understand that a wake up call isn't supposed to be sugar coated. If you're lazy and not doing anything to achieve your goals, you need to be told straight to your face. This video is targeted to the people who say they want something or have dreams but are too lazy to do anything, and sob about how nothing goes their way. I always tell my friends to be honest with me no matter how bitter the truth, and I'm the same way with them. If you want to achieve something, it's necessary that you listen to the harsh truth and criticism because it will make you a better person. If you prefer being lied to then you're not ready to go into the real world where no one will sweet talk you.
Nobody said they wanted it to be 'sugarcoated' but all you Superwoman fanboys need to realise that what she's trying to say is good but the extent to which she is saying it is DAMAGING. A lot of people look up to her, how do you think I feel when I see 12 year olds, no, ANYONE writing "Thanks Lilly, you inspired me. Next time, instead of sleeping I'm going to stay up all night to complete my work." or "Oh... I really wanted to be a model but you said I can't eat." Telling someone that if they eat or sleep healthily they're a failure, isn't 'real', its bullshit. BASIC HUMAN NEEDS are not 'lazy' and if you think they are, please, re-evaluate your life.
I've always wanted to be a writer.....so i used to write alot...then i got depressed and stopped...burnt every piece of work i had worked for and lost all hope. Just recently; there was a writing competition in my country where we were asked to write a synopsis that could be produced as a movie and my story was 2nd place...and that was like an opening eye for me that if i worked harder...,i could be anything
If you're struggling with anxiety and your goal includes physical strength and working hard with your body. Then sleep is really important, and so is eating. And to hustle too hard and get sick would just be contra productive. But great message overall! :)
i've absolutely adored Lilly since 2012- her life story & videos are a huge part of my life. this video is so important. she's the best person to talk about this bc her success is LEGENDARY and benefits countless people. BUT. BUT. she seems to be putting health second- which is so wrong! sleep's not a guilty pleasure, but a NECESSITY. we gotta destroy the thought that 24x7 is how you work towards success. NAH. prioritise your mental and physical health, take time to reflect, unwind, ditch the grind for a bit and just let loose. or else you might find yourself having achieved your dream, but the joy of it will be ruined by your unhealthy habits, illnesses and general lack of inner peace.
Honestly, this is the exact video I needed. I have been working for 3 years to get myself ready for an audition to get into a guitar based high school. I should be practicing, but instead, I took today off when my audition is on the 24th. I needed this video, because yeah, I'm a bit (by a bit I mean alot) scared for my audition, but I can't avoid this. I gotta make it happen. I need to practice, heck I shouldn't even be writing this comment. Thank you Superwoman for giving me another kick that I needed.
I know this is probably aimed at older people with jobs and stuff like that but this even made me , a 13 year old, get up off my butt and go outside, sort out the hairdressers appointment I was supposed to do and get a paper round. I know this is really small compared to everyone else who is working towards their dream jobs but the thing im trying to say is that it made me do something so thank you
I hate it when I ask people what they want to be when they grow up (kids who are my age, thirteen or even older) and they answer, "A billionaire." Great, good for you and all, but uh, HOW YA GONNA GET THERE?!
I know you probably won't see this comment, but I wanted to say thank you. A year ago when you uploaded this video I felt angry, not at this video, but at myself. I was being lazy and always finding reasons for why I'm not accomplishing my dreams. I immediately got off my ass and registered at a brilliant university (I want to be an artist) and I'm finishing my first year this Saturday. I have grown insane amounts in my skills and this would have never been possible if hadn't gotten off my butt and done something towards accomplishing my goals. Thank you for giving me the push I needed.
It's kind of mean saying how people aren't working hard towards their goals. Some are and some aren't, but working hard means you are satisfied and proud with what you accomplished that day and sleep feels like a bliss. Not a guilty pleasure
She just means that if you REALLY want something hard work comes with it, so much that sleep would be a guilty pleasure because you would take valuable time out not working towards your goal.
RandomAliix3 I think that Jenn X meant that people do work towards there dreams but they have to think about their priorities too. For example, you have to eat.
I think when she was talking about people not working hard enough, she was referring to the people who blame their lack of success on thinks like 'the world is against me'.
cheesiscool335444 yeah, like I understand that bit. But how I see it is that IF you worked hard, sleep is almost something to be proud of because you know that you did some great stuff today and when you lay your head on your pillow, you are delighted at your work.. NOT like "omg, I need to do this, and this and this, BUT, let's just sleep." :P
i wanna be a musician or youtuber but tbh my parents cant afford a camera, they can afford guitar, drum or bass lessons. so im watching youtube tutorials on how to play guitar because i already have one. i have one problem, im absolutely shit at playing guitar and i cant practice at 2am bc my parents are asleep in the next room. But this video is my wake up call and its inspired me to work much harder on guitar, maybe save up for a camera to make those videos. THANK YOU LILLY YOURE A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEAN
I love you Lilly. I have a problem where I am incredibly productive somedays and others I'm just the laziest person alive. I tell myself I'll do something early the next morning but it doesn't always happen. I want this really badly (interior design and graphic design now apparently lol). But sometimes I just can't seem to get off the couch. But I think I'll just keep watching your video over and over again until it's automatic for me to just do, and not say I will do something. Love you Superwoman
Lol right. I go back and like em and if I can't find what I watched I search the name and then so many people uploaded the same vid and everything ends. #tears
As an Indian I guess it is my responsibility to not let my parents convince me to be a lawyer or doctor (you'd be surprised how many parents do that) but I want to go to medical school and be a doctor
Weather people accept it or not, she is right weather you think you work hard enough with your life and sleeping and eating patterns- there are others who are working harder xx
I agree but I everyone is responsible for their own emotions; You can either look at this video and be motivated and want to be the best, you could kik up a fuss about it, or you could except you won't be the best and be content.
Hiranya J you can NEVER be the best. So there's honestly no point in trying, like top in your class? Someone else is going to outdo you. I was driven in a family that prompts you to be the best, only do the best. And as a result, I didn't achieve the inner satisfaction that's needed for successes. As a result, I developed severe anxiety and there has been days that I can't do anything but cry. I'm merely stating that people should just attempt their best, and even though I still have anxiety about marks, more times than not I am content. And that's why I didn't agree with the message, because if it's YOUR best, then be proud of it. Be happy about it because you have the right to. NOT get anxiety or have a nervous breakdown because someone else is better.
Well, I'm sorry that has happened to you- I agree to an extent that winning or being the best isn't everything, and when you get there you will be overthrown. BUT It's being Realistic, if someone does their best then thats great, however, I think this video is aimed at those who just expect to get what they want. I think it sends a positive message, This kinda video motivates me to work for what I want rather than sit around and wait for something to happen.
This is honestly my favourite video from superwoman, this message is so inspirational. If you truly want something and if you truly are trying you will achieve what you want! And I love the part where you talk about sleep seeming like a guilty pleasure that is so true, every second of the day should be spent towards achieving your goals and if it's not you're not trying hard enough
I don't know if the sleeping/food thing was a good message tho. Your audience can be quite young, like myself. And for me, not going to bed till I'm exhausted would mean about 3-6 hours of sleep a day. I don't think that's good for anyone, especially not for teenagers (or even children). You can work hard and still be healthy, people. Eat good and regularly. And sleep, for god sake people, sleep. Like I get it and all, but being healthy is important as well and with such a young audience you should be careful when you promote such unhealthy habits. Still motivating tho, that's for sure ;)
Lela Errm...I don't think that's what she's trying to say. Try to read between the lines. Basically the point is not to expect anything to fall out of sky. Not to make excuses. That only you are in charge of your success. If you want something, you must for hard for it - that's it. :)
missphotography92 Yeah I get that. But that does not change my opinion. I know that she doesn't mean that you should stay up all night and watch YT vids or something. But she did still say that the concept of sleep should feel foreign to you and if it doesn't that you sleep too much. That's just not a good thing too say to such a young audience or to anyone actually. You can work your butt of and reach all of your goals with getting a good night rest. In fact you'll probably do your work better if you sleep enough than when you don't.
I agree with you on the sleep thing comletely. But I still think she kind of said that hyperbolically. You know, not to be a super sleeper and expect success. She tends to exaggerate throught her act. :)
missphotography92 Yeah I get it :) (she should def sleep more herself tho hahaha, well at least that's what I think from watching some of her daily vlogs ;))
Yes, definitely. Sleep deprivation can totally crash your immune system which is very bad, because in that case simplest common cold can completely break you. Health is very, very important.
i'm a 13 year old girl from the netherlands and i really wanna move to korea to teach english there i really like korean culture and food and stuff i saw this video in early 2014 and since then i started saving up money so when im 19 or 20 i can move there and everytime i want to give up because people say i can't do it or it's impossible to achieve i watch this video to keep going so +iisuperwomanii lily aka iisuperwomanii thanks for making this video because everytime i wathc this video i get the power to keep moving foward to my dream
"What people say about you doesn't define you, but defines those that say the things about you" -I don't know who said this but I really like the quote. Don't give up, I don't know you and I'm talking to you through a screen but I believe in you. You only need to have belief in yourself, work hard and have determination and you can achieve anything you want. I'm 13 too :) x
Your story in its self is inspirational. With the drive and ambition you have, there is no doubt in my mind that you will accomplish what you truly care about.
(Don't take this the wrong way) I'm 13 too but girl if u wanna be an English teacher learn how to spell "Lilly" first Lilly hates when ppl misspell her name
Even if some people do go to sleep they're doing it for their health like me. You said it yourself that you're sick like every two weeks but why? Because you work too hard. I admit that people should be working hard but health is also vital and crucial. This is not hate sorry if it came out the wrong way.
I think you're right to be concerned about her but I also think we can learn from her because she probably knows that the work is making her ill, but she still chooses to push through it
i remember when i first watched this a few years ago and every day afterwards any time i wasn't motivated or was going to make an excuse i would ALWAYS remember this video and rethink what I'm doing. this is only my 2nd time watching this but this video inspired me so much i never forgot it. i have thought about what you said in this video almost every single day for years. Thank you so much for uploading this Lily. it really changed my life.
sure, i agree with you, but it kind of makes people feel shitty to think that they did their best but there are still people who are doing better. sleep is important, man. don't think that you're not working hard if you have a healthy sleep pattern. :/
This video is 100% directed at me and I'm aware of that, but I also know my ways aren't going to change so easily. you see Lilly (lol I'm talking as if she's gonna read this), there's a reason why people operate the way they do. is it just another excuse? maybe. but maybe the real solution is solving the problem from within, first.
For all you butt hurt twelve year olds, obviously this video was not directed towards you. And I'm by being mean but come on, superwoman did not inted to put anyone down whe wanted to firmly assert herself in order to invigorate those who are unmotivated towards reaching their goals/potential. If you're still in elementary school or middle school obviously you are limited in what you can do, but if you have a dream you desperately want to achieve, and if you want it bad enough, you will find a way to do what you need to do. So stop complaining and crying, you're fine. Just asses yourself and your goals and have that in the back of your mind so when your time comes you can begin to work towards your dreams.
Thank you when i watched this video at first i was like that a bit mean but then i read your comment and realised I was being stupid and that superwoman is just saying that if you try harder then the better results. No hate. I love superwoman💖💖
Last march I got a job and became a (female) security guard since I wanted a better life (better food, buying stuff for my bf, go somewhere) and money for college. Until june I worked 13 hour shifts, 3 days a week(full time job, all day on my feet) while also going to college full time. When summer vacation came I started to also work overtime, approximately 220 to 250 hours a month with 14 to 15 hour shifts (now I observed monitors and got to sit) I rarely got more sleep than 5 hours a night.Did this until august when I got ill and still continued the job like this for 3 weeks. The result? Heart damage after severe bronchitis, constant fever for the last 3 months, constant weakness, I can't even open a carton of juice because I am that weak.I was supposed to graduate this year but now had to take sickness leave from school (we have such thing in Estonia). TL;DR Working hard is good, but damn it, don't overwork yourself. Straining yourself to the last limit is wrong and no one should tell you to do it, not even Lilly, unless she will be the one to support you once your body gives in and you are too sick to do anything at all. Love you, Lilly, seriously, but right now you are being stupid.
I just wanted to say thank you for this. I'm writing this during finals time in college and after a certain amount of studying I want to put off everything off and say, "I did good for the day." Watching this video reminds me to keep working and do better. Thank you for it. It feels like a personal gift.
Some of the comments on this video are really sad. I suppose its because most of you guys are children, but please understand that you cant live your entire life trying to 'be happy.' That's another excuse for laziness, its completely ridiculous. You will end being miserable. You may not understand it now, but trust us and eventually you'll be thankful. Work hard, play hard and don't give up. She made a really good point: Work as hard as you possibly can to achieve your dreams and THEN SOME, cause chances are somebody out there is working even harder trying to accomplish the same thing. Good luck and don't be a douche! Btw any adults that don't agree with this video need to educate themselves asap and WAKE UP. Feel bad. Yeah.
Honestly have watched this video everyday for the last week and it has made such an impact on my productivity and work ethic. Thanks for calling me out home girl
It's 2am and I'm literally exhausted from an undone project and all I want to do it's just go to bed and accept an F for tomorrow class, but this vid was truly inspiring and helps me so much to get the encouragement I need to get back to work. THANK YOU LILY 😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️❤️
I think I'm gonna watch this video everyday from now on. I'm picking up my mess from my previous depressed state, and I don't think I've watched a more motivating video on UA-cam. I relate to everything you said here, even the forget to eat part (it's 6am; I haven't slept a wink or eaten since 6pm, but I just wanna write Statistics notes; I don't even love the subject). Thanks a lot. You help me turn back into the workaholic I used to be. :P
This video changed my life. Ive started studying and practicing nonstop thanks to this, and i am improving my skills and talents every day. This is just what i needed.
I'm 12 and i want to become an artist and my goal is to have pets xD Thank you very much! I will now draw alot more, Thank you! (P.S i only clicked this video because i thought you were gonna do some kind of noise for me to set as my alarm but i guess this is better xD)
can u make motivational video on depression..pls? i'm feeling really down..i just want something to talk to but no ones there..ur videos r d only things tat cheer me up! thank u for everything!
You're my solution to everything @llsuperwomanll .. I mean... when i'm feeling down.. i lean on to your videos.. when i need a good laugh .. you're the first thing that comes to my mind.. also when i am stressed out.. you're always there.. and this moment when i am really supposed to stop watching you and get my homework done.. well, guess what i come across ?? THIS VIDEO!!! You're making so much difference in people's life. Thanks!
Why does everyone call out 12 year olds? I am 12 and trust me I understand things. My dad was an alcoholic and it was bad so we moved in with my grandparents. Here they tell us bad things about us every day, such as "you are the worst grandchildren ever." and more. I want you all to know that some 12 year olds are more mature than others. I want to be an artist for Disney and work on drawings every day once I finish homework. So not all 12 year olds are immature and should be treated with respect.
+Amanda Frieser Although I'm not twelve anymore, I remember being twelve and the anger I felt at people calling me out on my "immaturity" and "idiocy" if I once let slip that I was not a legal adult. I can't stand it when people patronize or judge other people based on their age, or assume that kids know nothing and can't have big dreams or steadfast opinions just because they've been humans for fewer years. This is a crazy and awesome world, and there is no minimum age to fully live in it. I can't stand it when people use "what are you 12" as an insult any more than I can stand "what are you a fag" or "what are you a hoe". So no matter who you are or how long you have existed, I completely agree that you should be treated with respect and you are free to do and think what you want.
Love this Lily!! I watch this video over and over again! I would just add that I've learn the lesson you're talking about but I have also realized that to achieve your goals, you need work hard and work smart. Some people over kill every detail (which is good and should be done when you can!). But when there are not enough hours in a day, make sure you work smart! Much
THANK YOU FOR THIS! I've been watching your videos for a few years now, HUGE fan. And ive had two rough weeks in design school and i really needed this! Even though it was a lecture, it has motivated me to get back up and work my ass off. THANK YOU LILY!
Hahahaha! This is a good video ! But.... when she asked the first question ( what do you really want?) I was like "I wanna be a Mum" THen she be like "If you wanted it so bad then why don't you have it / go get it " Im 12 okay. Im not doin that yet Boys in my grade are gross Bahahahahahahaha jks No Hate though I luv superwoman
This video didn't really click with me. Don't get me wrong, I love your videos. Every other one I have watched has been inspirational and hilarious. However, if you want to tell people to work hard, I think instead of "calling them out" you should inspire them to work hard, inspire them to achieve their dreams, not make them feel bad about the work they are doing. Although I completely agree that hard work is necessary to succeed in life, it seems to me that you are shining a very negative light on the nature of life. It sounded as if you were saying the only way to get anywhere is to work all day and night, which I don't believe is true. You need to let it all go and relax sometimes. I'm not saying you should use this as an excuse for not doing work, but it's sometimes good to take a break. You should be satisfied with the work that YOU are doing, and not comparing your hard work to other people's work. If I went to bed every night thinking that someone worked harder than me, it would not motivate me to work harder, it would just make it harder to live my life, not satisfied with what I do. So, thank you for making this point, but I just think you delivered it in the wrong way. So many of your videos have inspired me to be happy with who I am, and I hope you continue to spread positivity and inspire people every day. :)
I watch this video almost everyday because it helps me so much to get up and do something productive with my life. I am a dancer and i really wanted to get my right split. Yesterday I achieved that goal because you inspired me to stretch almost everyday and accomplish something!! Thank you Lilly!! I love you so much!!
Some people's goal is to lose weight. Where do you think anorexia comes from? People being too obsessed with their goal they block out everything else! I am a huge fan of your videos. Really, I am, but this is not fair. You need balance in life as much as effort and health should be just a high of a priority as rehearsing an instrument. It doesn't matter if you have trained 18 hours a day to dance if you are too exhausted to stand. It doesn't matter if you spend every waking moment working, if your lack of food, exercise and sunlight rob you of your health.It doesn't matter if you got top marks in Science if you look back at life and had no friends because you had no time to socialize. A dream is something you strive for, yes, but it shouldn't consume you. It shouldn't be all your care about, your top and only priority. This video made me feel bad. I have something I want to do with my life but I am 14 and sometimes other things come first. I dream of being an actor, but I spend time doing things other than acting. I am not lazy! Are you telling me the night I spent cleaning up several parks would have been better spent rehearsing lines? Or the time I spent consoling a suicidal friend would have been better spent practicing my dance routine? No, I am not that selfish. I am not saying you are, I am saying I am not. So that's my wake up call.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I've really been slacking lately with school and this really woke me up. Every time I need motivation or I notice I could do better and more I'm going to watch this video. I'm going to make all my dreams come true.
My goal is to be an actress, and or singer I work on my singing every day and my acting all day and night. I still believe I can work MUCH harder I don't know how that's possible but if i'm not achieving....Than I'm not working hard enough. Lilly you are awesome. For others who have a dream tell me!
+katherine guevara I wanna be a youtuber but im not allowd to make videos yet. yes I do work. I read (in tabinof) how to be a youtuber every day. I look for/learn how to use editing software.im saving up for a better camera than a phone. I also go to youtube to get inspiration for videos.i write down every single little video idea I have so BLAME MY PARENTS
holy crap Lilly thank you for this, this really helped. Like wow i wouldn't have thought it would but it did. The only issue is that i dont really have something that i really really REALLY want in life. I guess the closest thing to that is being the best equestrian i can be and learning as much as i can about it. Which means more online learning because i can only go to the barn once a week and its 40 mins away ugghhh (ok if i wasn't so picky, it could be closer).
I admire how real you are. I began watching your videos about 2 and a half weeks ago. I must say that since I've began watching your videos I've began working more and more each day. Every time I see how much you've endured to reach your goals it's like my motivation is injected with steroids and I'm pumped. Of course maintaining this motivation is difficult, but that's why I keep watching your videos and your growing success. FOR MOTIVATION.
Lilly! i have to thank you for being here for me. This is my favorite video. I used it to get better at presenting and when i am feeling like making excuses i remember to go working. You helped me make myself a better me! Because i know you'd be happy to know you make a difference to each person you reach. I thought i would let you know. Hope you read this. Love you xxx Daphne (from the Netherlands.)
i suffer from clinical depression as well but i come to this video almost every week to give myself that little boost. i do have urges of self harm and depressive episodes and that's fine cause i can't always control these things but i do try my best to achieve what i want. you can do it too !
that is seriously so true REAL TALK! The people who've told me that i'd never achieve my dreams (which is working with horses and do a Europene clinique tour) and that i would only ever be working at McDonalds or something, and THEY are the ones working at Metro and Burger King while im ACTUALLY getting somewhere with my passion, lol i know that there is some people that cant get any better jobs then fast food places and im not putting them down, dont get me wrong, BUT im just saying i find it funny how that turned out, even when i 'go to bed' i study and take notes to learn more about horses and how their brains work, until like, 2 3 am, or until i literally pass out, wake up at 4:30am study more till 7:50am catch the bus go to school for two classes then go to Co-op which is AT A HORSE FARM!!!!!!!!!!! and ive learned SOO much there its incredible!! im only 16yrs old, and my best job offer (ive had several) was from Alberta (i live in ontario kingston area) offering me 25$ AN HOUR!!!!!! (from 5am to 7pm ) first month grooming some World Class horses, then when they get used to me (the people and horses) i get to train and ride them! which is like INCREDIBLE!!!
To all those people speaking about health and food and sleep being put ahead of your dreams or ambitions: nope. That just ain't how it works. You are always going to have to compromise on something; the most you can do is decide which it will be. She's not talking about not being healthy, she's talking about prioritization. Wasting time on sleeping for 11 hours, binge eating just because, playing a video game before an exam - these aren't healthy habits, these are excuses. Go ahead, do them, but then prepare for failure. Reward does not come without sacrifice, and sacrifice is not sacrifice unless it actually takes will and courage. It isn't a tea party while wearing rose - tinted glasses. As long as you manage your time, you're not even going to have to push yourself unnecessarily. Don't run after your tasks, but don't waste time either. Then again, you may make mistakes sometimes, but that's the thing - sometimes, not every single damn time. Your work must only be as trying as your dreams are grand. The reward is always all the sweeter for all the hard work put in. P.S.: I procrastinate a lot, too. But when I want something - want something as bad as I need to breathe - I *fight* tooth and nail for it. Believe me, it's fucking glorious when you win the battle after that.
This was actually really motivating. I'm working back to back on UA-cam videos to make people laugh and she's right. I'm not working hard enough for them. Thank you Superwoman for the Wake up call. :)
8 years ago one of my friend sent this video to me . I was broke . Jobless . Hated my live and since then I was and still a fan of lilly, and the honesty in this video made me realize that I was the problem and I need to get up and do some work .. here I am 8 years late . am in place where I couldn't see my self in .happy. positive and I love my live Thank you lilly I will always come back here if I feel down. I love so much
Anja Schalekamp Um, twelve year olds have feelings too! If there weren't and any kids in the world, look where we'd all be- DEAD! Us kids are the future generation, if we didn't do anything now, we'd all be adults and have no goals, no dreams, no ambitions! You were a kid once, and if all you did was sit around and eat potato chips- YOU CAN JUST SHUT THE F*** UP! I'm twelve, I already know what degree i'm getting, what my job is going to be, HOW MUCH MY HOUSE IS GONNA COST IN 20 SOME YEARS! People like you p*** me off! Okay, I'm gonna be quiet now before i get in trouble... hehehe, I really AM a nice person, just not when I'm p***** off! Love you all, no hard feelings, just a frustrating day, and I needed to spout. (I still meant everything that I said) (kiss- mch)
I'm 12, and at first I was like woah, hold up there superwoman. Then I really listened to what she was saying, and this is surprisingly inspiring to me. So thank you, superwoman, for giving me a much needed wake up call. I want to be a cardiologist when I get older, but first I have to get my grades up. Preach.
"Why are you on UA-cam?" I want to be a UA-camr and I'm watching for inspiration... great job though Lilly! I love your videos! Don't think I'm not working hard though. I literally have half a notebook of notes on microphones, tripods, ideas and silly sketches (I did this over a short period of time). This is on top of after school activities, homework, and working towards other dreams.
I should watch this every morning.
Your hair is so cool. oh my god
Exactly my thoughts
I'm literally gonna do that from tomorrow.
motivation level: followed your advice and got the dream job! thank you so much for this.
congratulations!
+Arpita Singh thank you :-D
Wow :D
Congo! :)
that's awesome! congrats! by the way could you please check out my covers?
Congratulation! I know this is 6 months old but this comment just made me so happy. :) MGBY x
when she said "some people need to wake up" i swear shes referring to me. Thank you lilly ily. K bye gotta get some work done
hahahha, me too! let's work! ❤️☺️💪 by the way could you please check out my covers?
Andrea Lindal I will!
Back again...I needed the motivation ;)
For?????????????
SAMEEE
@@aasthabhatnagar4475 yes!! haha
I freaking answered the phone. With my hand
lol same
same
same
Honestly Lilly, thank you so much for making this video. To all the butthurt people out there, the world is not a wish granting factory, and that is what she is saying here. She's not crushing your dreams, dear 12 year olds, she is motivating you to work for them and eventually achieve them. Yeah, she says that there will always be someone who is working harder than you, faster than you, stronger than you. Because that's true! You have to accept that fact. You want to be the best out there? You have to work harder than the rest of the world for that. And that work is going to be hard and painful. But if you want it bad enough, so bad that you miss your precious sleep, and you miss your meals, you will eventually achieve your dreams. Straight up, you will know if you want your dreams bad enough if you find yourself missing meals and sleep. That's how much it's going to take, plus more! (and obviously, missing meals and sleep aren't for all dreams out there. For example, if your dream is to become fit, then obviously you will be required to get enough sleep and eat proper meals. She was using that analogy just as an example for a dream such as becoming a youtuber, or teacher, or doctor, etc.) So advice to everyone reading this comment: FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!
Preach
Words to live by.
Thank you for this! I agree. I have a horse and am not an adult so I can't just ride him whenever. I beg my parents to take me to the barn everyday. But I'm not making excuses. Im just saying that I'm trying the best I can and as soon as I turn 16, im going to get my license and drive to the barn and ride him every single day that I can.
Ok so I'm 12 and I can't go anywhere without my mom having to drop me off and we all know how that goes down... So yeah
Daphne Coonan same
Best motivation for 2016
true
Yup
MD 2017
Best motivation for 2018.
I agree with Lilly, but only to a certain extent. I believe that you reap what you sow, and you are only going to improve if you work hard. However, that is not to say that you should neglect your health. It's important to have a good rest, to stop when you're too tired, and to eat. Besides, if you fall sick, then you're not going to be productive either, right? Think of it this way, there's always going to be someone better than you, working harder than you, more fortunate than you, so it's perfectly okay not to be perfect. And that's saying something, coming from a perfectionist like me. Mediocrity is what you make of it. It's good to have ambitions and have something to work towards, but don't worry too much over it, because there's more to life than achieving your goals. You know, stop and smell the roses once in a while. Aaaand I should really go study now because I have midterms in like 2 days and I am NOT ready. Byeeee
I think this is for people who are lazy and unmotivated and fall into habits like procasination; and these people really know that and want to be better. They don't want to do things at the last minute and get by in life.
I don't think this is for people who work hard and are also catering to their needs. I think this is for people who over-indulge and do not have a balance. Trust me, I am one of those people.
To be honest, this was JUST what I needed today. :) I quit my job two weeks ago (telling myself that the reason I quit was to reach my dream), but I've done nothing but procrastinate and feeling sorry for myself ever since. Thanks for the reminder and the wake up call.
(... I'll just watch a few more of your awesome videos, and then I'll start working my butt off. ;D lol
Ciiah Kultti No judging. Work for that goal and don't let anyone tell you that you can't make it. If YOU believe that you can do it, then NO ONE can tell you otherwise. :)
Ciiah Kultti um you look like you're 9
Sleep is kind of important.. It's a need not a want. And if you don't get enough you can't be productive. But with that being said, if you lie in bed until 2 in the afternoon and still complain about how the world sucks, I'm going to judge you.
Maybe you should stop judging and focus on yourself.I'm sure iisuperwomanii is more successful that you so you should probably take some of her advice.
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well it truly depends on your way of measuring success. My goal is just to be a happy person later in life. And I know that I also need to be productive because that's when I feel my best. I don't see how my comment is 'judging'. I am just stating that sleep should not feel like a guilty pleasure because it is a need. But following her advice, my work would not be at my best (because it would be 2 or 3 hrs. rather than 4 to 6) and I was be unhealthy. I rather be healthy and happy and productive, than unhealthy and miserable and productive. But hey, each to his or her own.
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Jenn X Obviously everyone needs sleep. What she meant by saying sleep is a "guilty pleasure" was not to never sleep, it was to say that in order to succeed and accomplish your dreams in life, you have to really work at it to the point where you train your mind,body and spirit to understand that you do not have any time to waste.I try to follow this motto everyday except on weekends ;)
Caleb Cersosimo Well said! ....Jenn X when she says it should be a 'guilty pleasure', she means that you should have accomplished as much as you are capable of so that you are satisfied with yourself once you hit that warm, comfortable dream world :)
Like ConnorFranta would say *head flip* judge me
I'm one of those people who makes TONS and TONS of excuses.
Nymphetamine i one of those people who just watches youtube. lol
Nymphetamine same
Nymphetamine I just use the excuse I have a headache
Cos I always have a headache
It’s fun
Today I watched this video for the first time. And after watching it, I got up and I worked out for the first time in years. I can't feel my legs, but I'm feeling super anyway #TeamSuper
Valérie Cartier that is amazing
This video motivated me to brush my teeth 😂😂😂
Are you still working out ?
I have to sadly admit that I am not. I did for about 2 months then stopped. I should watch the video again and get back to it :)
Valérie Cartier you can do it !!!
I usually love Superwomen motivation videos, but this one is just straight up guilt tripping people for taking care of themselves.
Yes you should work hard everyday to achieve your dreams and avoid any excuses, but to do so you NEED to take care of your body. So give yourself a sleeping pattern, eat properly, socialise and explore, because ruining your physical and mental health, is not gonna bring you closer to your goals
True,I totally agree with you...the goal must be to become a person who can balance their work life with the personal life and not have it affect our physical or mental health...
People who're misinterpreting this video need to understand that a wake up call isn't supposed to be sugar coated. If you're lazy and not doing anything to achieve your goals, you need to be told straight to your face. This video is targeted to the people who say they want something or have dreams but are too lazy to do anything, and sob about how nothing goes their way. I always tell my friends to be honest with me no matter how bitter the truth, and I'm the same way with them. If you want to achieve something, it's necessary that you listen to the harsh truth and criticism because it will make you a better person. If you prefer being lied to then you're not ready to go into the real world where no one will sweet talk you.
Nobody said they wanted it to be 'sugarcoated' but all you Superwoman fanboys need to realise that what she's trying to say is good but the extent to which she is saying it is DAMAGING. A lot of people look up to her, how do you think I feel when I see 12 year olds, no, ANYONE writing "Thanks Lilly, you inspired me. Next time, instead of sleeping I'm going to stay up all night to complete my work." or "Oh... I really wanted to be a model but you said I can't eat." Telling someone that if they eat or sleep healthily they're a failure, isn't 'real', its bullshit. BASIC HUMAN NEEDS are not 'lazy' and if you think they are, please, re-evaluate your life.
I agree that it is important to have a close friend or relative to keep you accountable.
I've always wanted to be a writer.....so i used to write alot...then i got depressed and stopped...burnt every piece of work i had worked for and lost all hope. Just recently; there was a writing competition in my country where we were asked to write a synopsis that could be produced as a movie and my story was 2nd place...and that was like an opening eye for me that if i worked harder...,i could be anything
I am really motivated and I am waked up..
a time before "woke"
:)
"Why are you on facebook right now?" *closes out facebook tab*
*gets motivated*
*sees next video*
*looks left and right*
*clicks next video*
I'm ashamed!
If you're struggling with anxiety and your goal includes physical strength and working hard with your body.
Then sleep is really important, and so is eating.
And to hustle too hard and get sick would just be contra productive.
But great message overall! :)
I was playing Candy Crush just when she said to stop it...now I'm off to start working on an essay!
+Meg Peg lol good for you
i've absolutely adored Lilly since 2012- her life story & videos are a huge part of my life. this video is so important. she's the best person to talk about this bc her success is LEGENDARY and benefits countless people.
BUT.
BUT. she seems to be putting health second- which is so wrong! sleep's not a guilty pleasure, but a NECESSITY. we gotta destroy the thought that 24x7 is how you work towards success. NAH. prioritise your mental and physical health, take time to reflect, unwind, ditch the grind for a bit and just let loose. or else you might find yourself having achieved your dream, but the joy of it will be ruined by your unhealthy habits, illnesses and general lack of inner peace.
I can't believe how motivational this is! Whenever I'm feeling down I watch this😍 Lilly is amazing😍😍😘
Same :)
Honestly, this is the exact video I needed. I have been working for 3 years to get myself ready for an audition to get into a guitar based high school. I should be practicing, but instead, I took today off when my audition is on the 24th. I needed this video, because yeah, I'm a bit (by a bit I mean alot) scared for my audition, but I can't avoid this. I gotta make it happen. I need to practice, heck I shouldn't even be writing this comment. Thank you Superwoman for giving me another kick that I needed.
I know this is probably aimed at older people with jobs and stuff like that but this even made me , a 13 year old, get up off my butt and go outside, sort out the hairdressers appointment I was supposed to do and get a paper round. I know this is really small compared to everyone else who is working towards their dream jobs but the thing im trying to say is that it made me do something so thank you
I hate it when I ask people what they want to be when they grow up (kids who are my age, thirteen or even older) and they answer, "A billionaire." Great, good for you and all, but uh, HOW YA GONNA GET THERE?!
They won't. **hairflip**
Supitcha N. Haha, you are so right!
By hardworking (some will)
I want to stop cruelty in slaughterhouses... :-(
I know you probably won't see this comment, but I wanted to say thank you. A year ago when you uploaded this video I felt angry, not at this video, but at myself. I was being lazy and always finding reasons for why I'm not accomplishing my dreams.
I immediately got off my ass and registered at a brilliant university (I want to be an artist) and I'm finishing my first year this Saturday. I have grown insane amounts in my skills and this would have never been possible if hadn't gotten off my butt and done something towards accomplishing my goals.
Thank you for giving me the push I needed.
I watched this video 3 times just today to get my homework done!
It's kind of mean saying how people aren't working hard towards their goals. Some are and some aren't, but working hard means you are satisfied and proud with what you accomplished that day and sleep feels like a bliss.
Not a guilty pleasure
She just means that if you REALLY want something hard work comes with it, so much that sleep would be a guilty pleasure because you would take valuable time out not working towards your goal.
RandomAliix3
There's a reason why we need sleep to survive..
RandomAliix3 I think that Jenn X meant that people do work towards there dreams but they have to think about their priorities too. For example, you have to eat.
I think when she was talking about people not working hard enough, she was referring to the people who blame their lack of success on thinks like 'the world is against me'.
cheesiscool335444 yeah, like I understand that bit. But how I see it is that IF you worked hard, sleep is almost something to be proud of because you know that you did some great stuff today and when you lay your head on your pillow, you are delighted at your work.. NOT like "omg, I need to do this, and this and this, BUT, let's just sleep." :P
Yeah that is very true. Whatever we work hard there is a person somewhere else working 10 times harder than us.
You are definitely Tamil bro.
JJselenator4ever Yeah I'm definitely Tamil. Why/how your guessing my mother tongue???
Aravind Rajasekar Thangamani because of your name
imutuber911 this answers the question how. But why he/she has to guess it
i wanna be a musician or youtuber but tbh my parents cant afford a camera, they can afford guitar, drum or bass lessons. so im watching youtube tutorials on how to play guitar because i already have one. i have one problem, im absolutely shit at playing guitar and i cant practice at 2am bc my parents are asleep in the next room. But this video is my wake up call and its inspired me to work much harder on guitar, maybe save up for a camera to make those videos. THANK YOU LILLY YOURE A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEAN
*cant afford guitar, bass.......
I watch this everytime I want insparation
I love you Lilly. I have a problem where I am incredibly productive somedays and others I'm just the laziest person alive. I tell myself I'll do something early the next morning but it doesn't always happen. I want this really badly (interior design and graphic design now apparently lol). But sometimes I just can't seem to get off the couch. But I think I'll just keep watching your video over and over again until it's automatic for me to just do, and not say I will do something. Love you Superwoman
Oh My God, this made me feel awful about myself... but it's SO true!
Who else is on a 'iisuperwomanii' 🦄💕marathon? I am!! Hey hey! 🤗🤗🤗🤗
LordNibbler1976 me too
Always and forever
Why the damn do I have a habit of not liking vids that I like....I always forget bout it....
+Kudo Ash Same XD even if they say "and if you enjoyed leave a like duh" I still forget
+sakurawolfie right??
Lol right. I go back and like em and if I can't find what I watched I search the name and then so many people uploaded the same vid and everything ends. #tears
same
That is why I like Lilly's videos before I watch it. It's ALWAYS interesting.
As an Indian I guess it is my responsibility to not let my parents convince me to be a lawyer or doctor (you'd be surprised how many parents do that) but I want to go to medical school and be a doctor
i wanna be a doctor too!!! im Persian so my parents are like doctor or lawyer hahah
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That is me too exactly, my friend. Good luck :)
Weather people accept it or not, she is right weather you think you work hard enough with your life and sleeping and eating patterns- there are others who are working harder xx
Well it doesn't need to lower other people's self esteem no?
I mean, If you work hard, be proud of it! Even if it's not the best, it is YOUR best.
I agree but I everyone is responsible for their own emotions; You can either look at this video and be motivated and want to be the best, you could kik up a fuss about it, or you could except you won't be the best and be content.
Hiranya J you can NEVER be the best. So there's honestly no point in trying, like top in your class? Someone else is going to outdo you.
I was driven in a family that prompts you to be the best, only do the best. And as a result, I didn't achieve the inner satisfaction that's needed for successes. As a result, I developed severe anxiety and there has been days that I can't do anything but cry.
I'm merely stating that people should just attempt their best, and even though I still have anxiety about marks, more times than not I am content. And that's why I didn't agree with the message, because if it's YOUR best, then be proud of it. Be happy about it because you have the right to. NOT get anxiety or have a nervous breakdown because someone else is better.
Well, I'm sorry that has happened to you- I agree to an extent that winning or being the best isn't everything, and when you get there you will be overthrown. BUT It's being Realistic, if someone does their best then thats great, however, I think this video is aimed at those who just expect to get what they want. I think it sends a positive message, This kinda video motivates me to work for what I want rather than sit around and wait for something to happen.
Weather?
when you don't get get your homework done because your watching superwoman to much ;)
This is honestly my favourite video from superwoman, this message is so inspirational. If you truly want something and if you truly are trying you will achieve what you want! And I love the part where you talk about sleep seeming like a guilty pleasure that is so true, every second of the day should be spent towards achieving your goals and if it's not you're not trying hard enough
I don't know if the sleeping/food thing was a good message tho. Your audience can be quite young, like myself. And for me, not going to bed till I'm exhausted would mean about 3-6 hours of sleep a day. I don't think that's good for anyone, especially not for teenagers (or even children).
You can work hard and still be healthy, people. Eat good and regularly. And sleep, for god sake people, sleep.
Like I get it and all, but being healthy is important as well and with such a young audience you should be careful when you promote such unhealthy habits.
Still motivating tho, that's for sure ;)
Lela Errm...I don't think that's what she's trying to say. Try to read between the lines. Basically the point is not to expect anything to fall out of sky. Not to make excuses. That only you are in charge of your success. If you want something, you must for hard for it - that's it. :)
missphotography92 Yeah I get that. But that does not change my opinion. I know that she doesn't mean that you should stay up all night and watch YT vids or something. But she did still say that the concept of sleep should feel foreign to you and if it doesn't that you sleep too much. That's just not a good thing too say to such a young audience or to anyone actually. You can work your butt of and reach all of your goals with getting a good night rest. In fact you'll probably do your work better if you sleep enough than when you don't.
I agree with you on the sleep thing comletely. But I still think she kind of said that hyperbolically. You know, not to be a super sleeper and expect success. She tends to exaggerate throught her act. :)
missphotography92 Yeah I get it :) (she should def sleep more herself tho hahaha, well at least that's what I think from watching some of her daily vlogs ;))
Yes, definitely. Sleep deprivation can totally crash your immune system which is very bad, because in that case simplest common cold can completely break you. Health is very, very important.
I want to take a thousand of marshmallow and swim in them.
GIRL, YOU GO OUT THERE, BUT 50 BAGS OF MARSHMALLOWS, GET AN EMPTY ROOM,AND FILL IT UP AND SWIMMMM TO YOUR DREAMS
Your right, I'm going to finish my HW and revision now.
Same
i'm a 13 year old girl from the netherlands and i really wanna move to korea to teach english there i really like korean culture and food and stuff i saw this video in early 2014 and since then i started saving up money so when im 19 or 20 i can move there and everytime i want to give up because people say i can't do it or it's impossible to achieve i watch this video to keep going so +iisuperwomanii lily aka iisuperwomanii thanks for making this video because everytime i wathc this video i get the power to keep moving foward to my dream
+sterre kwakkel Aha I also want to move to South Korea to teach English as a second language :))
+sterre kwakkel I am from america and i wanna go to holland and teach the people english
"What people say about you doesn't define you, but defines those that say the things about you" -I don't know who said this but I really like the quote. Don't give up, I don't know you and I'm talking to you through a screen but I believe in you. You only need to have belief in yourself, work hard and have determination and you can achieve anything you want. I'm 13 too :) x
Your story in its self is inspirational. With the drive and ambition you have, there is no doubt in my mind that you will accomplish what you truly care about.
(Don't take this the wrong way) I'm 13 too but girl if u wanna be an English teacher learn how to spell "Lilly" first Lilly hates when ppl misspell her name
Even if some people do go to sleep they're doing it for their health like me. You said it yourself that you're sick like every two weeks but why? Because you work too hard. I admit that people should be working hard but health is also vital and crucial. This is not hate sorry if it came out the wrong way.
I think you're right to be concerned about her but I also think we can learn from her because she probably knows that the work is making her ill, but she still chooses to push through it
i remember when i first watched this a few years ago and every day afterwards any time i wasn't motivated or was going to make an excuse i would ALWAYS remember this video and rethink what I'm doing. this is only my 2nd time watching this but this video inspired me so much i never forgot it. i have thought about what you said in this video almost every single day for years. Thank you so much for uploading this Lily. it really changed my life.
My God, I've just wasted all my lives on Candy Crush. And Lilly says "why are you playing Candy Crush". It hitted ma brain so damn hard.
I love her so much! She's so honest! and she's not afraid to call people out like others!
i go to bed every night or morning (depending on the hour) feeling like i shouldnt be going to sleep. Guilt trip indeed.
Y MUST U LIE
T@ndy why would you think im lying?
sure, i agree with you, but it kind of makes people feel shitty to think that they did their best but there are still people who are doing better. sleep is important, man. don't think that you're not working hard if you have a healthy sleep pattern. :/
This video is 100% directed at me and I'm aware of that, but I also know my ways aren't going to change so easily. you see Lilly (lol I'm talking as if she's gonna read this), there's a reason why people operate the way they do. is it just another excuse? maybe. but maybe the real solution is solving the problem from within, first.
For all you butt hurt twelve year olds, obviously this video was not directed towards you. And I'm by being mean but come on, superwoman did not inted to put anyone down whe wanted to firmly assert herself in order to invigorate those who are unmotivated towards reaching their goals/potential. If you're still in elementary school or middle school obviously you are limited in what you can do, but if you have a dream you desperately want to achieve, and if you want it bad enough, you will find a way to do what you need to do. So stop complaining and crying, you're fine. Just asses yourself and your goals and have that in the back of your mind so when your time comes you can begin to work towards your dreams.
Thank you when i watched this video at first i was like that a bit mean but then i read your comment and realised I was being stupid and that superwoman is just saying that if you try harder then the better results. No hate.
I love superwoman💖💖
Last march I got a job and became a (female) security guard since I wanted a better life (better food, buying stuff for my bf, go somewhere) and money for college. Until june I worked 13 hour shifts, 3 days a week(full time job, all day on my feet) while also going to college full time. When summer vacation came I started to also work overtime, approximately 220 to 250 hours a month with 14 to 15 hour shifts (now I observed monitors and got to sit) I rarely got more sleep than 5 hours a night.Did this until august when I got ill and still continued the job like this for 3 weeks. The result? Heart damage after severe bronchitis, constant fever for the last 3 months, constant weakness, I can't even open a carton of juice because I am that weak.I was supposed to graduate this year but now had to take sickness leave from school (we have such thing in Estonia).
TL;DR Working hard is good, but damn it, don't overwork yourself. Straining yourself to the last limit is wrong and no one should tell you to do it, not even Lilly, unless she will be the one to support you once your body gives in and you are too sick to do anything at all. Love you, Lilly, seriously, but right now you are being stupid.
❤ I just come here anytime I feel bad.
I just wanted to say thank you for this. I'm writing this during finals time in college and after a certain amount of studying I want to put off everything off and say, "I did good for the day." Watching this video reminds me to keep working and do better. Thank you for it. It feels like a personal gift.
Some of the comments on this video are really sad. I suppose its because most of you guys are children, but please understand that you cant live your entire life trying to 'be happy.' That's another excuse for laziness, its completely ridiculous. You will end being miserable. You may not understand it now, but trust us and eventually you'll be thankful. Work hard, play hard and don't give up. She made a really good point: Work as hard as you possibly can to achieve your dreams and THEN SOME, cause chances are somebody out there is working even harder trying to accomplish the same thing. Good luck and don't be a douche! Btw any adults that don't agree with this video need to educate themselves asap and WAKE UP. Feel bad. Yeah.
this video is so inspirational
lilly's closet is GOALS AS EFFFF.
Honestly have watched this video everyday for the last week and it has made such an impact on my productivity and work ethic. Thanks for calling me out home girl
It's 2am and I'm literally exhausted from an undone project and all I want to do it's just go to bed and accept an F for tomorrow class, but this vid was truly inspiring and helps me so much to get the encouragement I need to get back to work. THANK YOU LILY 😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️❤️
that was so on point
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you were talking to me
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thank you so much
you my girl, are my inspiration! thank you
I think I'm gonna watch this video everyday from now on. I'm picking up my mess from my previous depressed state, and I don't think I've watched a more motivating video on UA-cam. I relate to everything you said here, even the forget to eat part (it's 6am; I haven't slept a wink or eaten since 6pm, but I just wanna write Statistics notes; I don't even love the subject). Thanks a lot. You help me turn back into the workaholic I used to be. :P
This video changed my life. Ive started studying and practicing nonstop thanks to this, and i am improving my skills and talents every day. This is just what i needed.
I'm 12 and i want to become an artist and my goal is to have pets xD
Thank you very much! I will now draw alot more, Thank you!
(P.S i only clicked this video because i thought you were gonna do some kind of noise for me to set as my alarm but i guess this is better xD)
I also wanna become a comedian :3
I dont know which though :p
Ariana Schwarz I dont have insta D:
can u make motivational video on depression..pls? i'm feeling really down..i just want something to talk to but no ones there..ur videos r d only things tat cheer me up! thank u for everything!
vinny rockstarundercover You can message me if you want, I've gone through depression most of my life, and I know what it feels like to be alone!
You're my solution to everything @llsuperwomanll .. I mean... when i'm feeling down.. i lean on to your videos.. when i need a good laugh .. you're the first thing that comes to my mind.. also when i am stressed out.. you're always there.. and this moment when i am really supposed to stop watching you and get my homework done.. well, guess what i come across ?? THIS VIDEO!!! You're making so much difference in people's life. Thanks!
I just love how she can keep shit real and be straight forward about really messed up stuff that make me question myself.
Why does everyone call out 12 year olds? I am 12 and trust me I understand things. My dad was an alcoholic and it was bad so we moved in with my grandparents. Here they tell us bad things about us every day, such as "you are the worst grandchildren ever." and more. I want you all to know that some 12 year olds are more mature than others. I want to be an artist for Disney and work on drawings every day once I finish homework. So not all 12 year olds are immature and should be treated with respect.
+Amanda Frieser Although I'm not twelve anymore, I remember being twelve and the anger I felt at people calling me out on my "immaturity" and "idiocy" if I once let slip that I was not a legal adult. I can't stand it when people patronize or judge other people based on their age, or assume that kids know nothing and can't have big dreams or steadfast opinions just because they've been humans for fewer years. This is a crazy and awesome world, and there is no minimum age to fully live in it. I can't stand it when people use "what are you 12" as an insult any more than I can stand "what are you a fag" or "what are you a hoe". So no matter who you are or how long you have existed, I completely agree that you should be treated with respect and you are free to do and think what you want.
This video is truth.
I have a midterm in 30 minutes and I'm on UA-cam NOOOOOOOOOOOO-
Love this Lily!! I watch this video over and over again! I would just add that I've learn the lesson you're talking about but I have also realized that to achieve your goals, you need work hard and work smart. Some people over kill every detail (which is good and should be done when you can!). But when there are not enough hours in a day, make sure you work smart! Much
THANK YOU FOR THIS! I've been watching your videos for a few years now, HUGE fan. And ive had two rough weeks in design school and i really needed this! Even though it was a lecture, it has motivated me to get back up and work my ass off. THANK YOU LILY!
I will forever and always remember this video from now on! 💘💘💘
Hahahaha! This is a good video !
But....
when she asked the first question ( what do you really want?) I was like "I wanna be a Mum"
THen she be like "If you wanted it so bad then why don't you have it / go get it "
Im 12 okay.
Im not doin that yet
Boys in my grade are gross
Bahahahahahahaha
jks
No Hate though
I luv superwoman
Me too!:)
X'D
Me to omg I was mum
dicks
I work overnight and go to school during the day. Sleep is a distance friend, but I still work my ass off. So I definitely feel her!
Best of luck! Hope you achieve whatever you are aiming at :)
Seriously I come back to this video like once a year without fail
This video didn't really click with me. Don't get me wrong, I love your videos. Every other one I have watched has been inspirational and hilarious. However, if you want to tell people to work hard, I think instead of "calling them out" you should inspire them to work hard, inspire them to achieve their dreams, not make them feel bad about the work they are doing. Although I completely agree that hard work is necessary to succeed in life, it seems to me that you are shining a very negative light on the nature of life. It sounded as if you were saying the only way to get anywhere is to work all day and night, which I don't believe is true. You need to let it all go and relax sometimes. I'm not saying you should use this as an excuse for not doing work, but it's sometimes good to take a break. You should be satisfied with the work that YOU are doing, and not comparing your hard work to other people's work. If I went to bed every night thinking that someone worked harder than me, it would not motivate me to work harder, it would just make it harder to live my life, not satisfied with what I do.
So, thank you for making this point, but I just think you delivered it in the wrong way. So many of your videos have inspired me to be happy with who I am, and I hope you continue to spread positivity and inspire people every day. :)
Did anyone else actually pick up their phone? No, just me? Sorry...
I did😂
i did
yeah. I did.
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This is very true. VERY TRUE. Love your videos!
I'm sharing THIS one particularly with my friends.
I watch this video almost everyday because it helps me so much to get up and do something productive with my life. I am a dancer and i really wanted to get my right split. Yesterday I achieved that goal because you inspired me to stretch almost everyday and accomplish something!! Thank you Lilly!! I love you so much!!
Omg I WAS playing candy crush while watching this.. SHES SCARYING MEH O.o
Some people's goal is to lose weight. Where do you think anorexia comes from? People being too obsessed with their goal they block out everything else!
I am a huge fan of your videos. Really, I am, but this is not fair. You need balance in life as much as effort and health should be just a high of a priority as rehearsing an instrument.
It doesn't matter if you have trained 18 hours a day to dance if you are too exhausted to stand. It doesn't matter if you spend every waking moment working, if your lack of food, exercise and sunlight rob you of your health.It doesn't matter if you got top marks in Science if you look back at life and had no friends because you had no time to socialize. A dream is something you strive for, yes, but it shouldn't consume you. It shouldn't be all your care about, your top and only priority. This video made me feel bad. I have something I want to do with my life but I am 14 and sometimes other things come first. I dream of being an actor, but I spend time doing things other than acting. I am not lazy! Are you telling me the night I spent cleaning up several parks would have been better spent rehearsing lines? Or the time I spent consoling a suicidal friend would have been better spent practicing my dance routine? No, I am not that selfish. I am not saying you are, I am saying I am not.
So that's my wake up call.
If you work hard, be proud of it! Even if not the best, it's YOUR best.
7 yrs ago but this video never gets old! Love your motivating tips❤️
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I've really been slacking lately with school and this really woke me up. Every time I need motivation or I notice I could do better and more I'm going to watch this video. I'm going to make all my dreams come true.
My goal is to be an actress, and or singer I work on my singing every day and my acting all day and night. I still believe I can work MUCH harder I don't know how that's possible but if i'm not achieving....Than I'm not working hard enough. Lilly you are awesome. For others who have a dream tell me!
katherine guevara My dream is to be on Team USA for rock climbing. Hope the acting and singing works out for u!!
ButterBear45 thank you! best wishes to you! at least someone told me there dream, :)
My goal is to study at Oxford and have a career in politics.
Katharina Dembach that sounds amazing for you! good luck to you too! :)
+katherine guevara I wanna be a youtuber but im not allowd to make videos yet. yes I do work. I read (in tabinof) how to be a youtuber every day. I look for/learn how to use editing software.im saving up for a better camera than a phone. I also go to youtube to get inspiration for videos.i write down every single little video idea I have so BLAME MY PARENTS
holy crap Lilly thank you for this, this really helped. Like wow i wouldn't have thought it would but it did. The only issue is that i dont really have something that i really really REALLY want in life. I guess the closest thing to that is being the best equestrian i can be and learning as much as i can about it. Which means more online learning because i can only go to the barn once a week and its 40 mins away ugghhh (ok if i wasn't so picky, it could be closer).
I admire how real you are. I began watching your videos about 2 and a half weeks ago. I must say that since I've began watching your videos I've began working more and more each day. Every time I see how much you've endured to reach your goals it's like my motivation is injected with steroids and I'm pumped. Of course maintaining this motivation is difficult, but that's why I keep watching your videos and your growing success.
FOR MOTIVATION.
Lilly! i have to thank you for being here for me. This is my favorite video. I used it to get better at presenting and when i am feeling like making excuses i remember to go working. You helped me make myself a better me! Because i know you'd be happy to know you make a difference to each person you reach. I thought i would let you know. Hope you read this. Love you xxx Daphne (from the Netherlands.)
It's not that easy. I am depressed everyday and sleep the whole day because I'm always tired and exhausted. Also I'm mentally unstable.
She was depressed too. She saw no point in living for a long long time. Look at where she is now, you will succeed.
Dana Müller there are many people who are just as depressed as you including me if not more. It happens and makes sense, but they're still excuses...
i suffer from clinical depression as well but i come to this video almost every week to give myself that little boost. i do have urges of self harm and depressive episodes and that's fine cause i can't always control these things but i do try my best to achieve what i want. you can do it too !
I understand It is hard but anything worth doing is going to be hard but I believe it you
This is so true....
that is seriously so true REAL TALK!
The people who've told me that i'd never achieve my dreams (which is working with horses and do a Europene clinique tour) and that i would only ever be working at McDonalds or something, and THEY are the ones working at Metro and Burger King while im ACTUALLY getting somewhere with my passion, lol
i know that there is some people that cant get any better jobs then fast food places and im not putting them down, dont get me wrong, BUT im just saying i find it funny how that turned out, even when i 'go to bed' i study and take notes to learn more about horses and how their brains work, until like, 2 3 am, or until i literally pass out, wake up at 4:30am study more till 7:50am catch the bus go to school for two classes then go to Co-op which is AT A HORSE FARM!!!!!!!!!!! and ive learned SOO much there its incredible!! im only 16yrs old, and my best job offer (ive had several) was from Alberta (i live in ontario kingston area) offering me 25$ AN HOUR!!!!!! (from 5am to 7pm ) first month grooming some World Class horses, then when they get used to me (the people and horses) i get to train and ride them! which is like INCREDIBLE!!!
To all those people speaking about health and food and sleep being put ahead of your dreams or ambitions: nope. That just ain't how it works. You are always going to have to compromise on something; the most you can do is decide which it will be. She's not talking about not being healthy, she's talking about prioritization. Wasting time on sleeping for 11 hours, binge eating just because, playing a video game before an exam - these aren't healthy habits, these are excuses. Go ahead, do them, but then prepare for failure. Reward does not come without sacrifice, and sacrifice is not sacrifice unless it actually takes will and courage. It isn't a tea party while wearing rose - tinted glasses. As long as you manage your time, you're not even going to have to push yourself unnecessarily. Don't run after your tasks, but don't waste time either. Then again, you may make mistakes sometimes, but that's the thing - sometimes, not every single damn time. Your work must only be as trying as your dreams are grand. The reward is always all the sweeter for all the hard work put in.
P.S.: I procrastinate a lot, too. But when I want something - want something as bad as I need to breathe - I *fight* tooth and nail for it. Believe me, it's fucking glorious when you win the battle after that.
I just happened to pick this video to procrastinate studying. Wow...
At 1.10 i hit like and wished to subscribe you agin.
Chintamani Jaipuri
I always feel like I want to keep suscribing her then I realize I already am suscribed to her
marcy astorga
She is awesome.
Whenever I feel down I watch her videos to boost up.
This was actually really motivating. I'm working back to back on UA-cam videos to make people laugh and she's right. I'm not working hard enough for them. Thank you Superwoman for the Wake up call. :)
8 years ago one of my friend sent this video to me . I was broke . Jobless . Hated my live and since then I was and still a fan of lilly, and the honesty in this video made me realize that I was the problem and I need to get up and do some work .. here I am 8 years late . am in place where I couldn't see my self in .happy. positive and I love my live Thank you lilly I will always come back here if I feel down. I love so much
why every comment i read is written by 12 year olds ?
soooo true xD
...and annoying -.-'
it's like
shut up ur like 12 xD
Anja Schalekamp Um, twelve year olds have feelings too! If there weren't and any kids in the world, look where we'd all be- DEAD! Us kids are the future generation, if we didn't do anything now, we'd all be adults and have no goals, no dreams, no ambitions! You were a kid once, and if all you did was sit around and eat potato chips- YOU CAN JUST SHUT THE F*** UP! I'm twelve, I already know what degree i'm getting, what my job is going to be, HOW MUCH MY HOUSE IS GONNA COST IN 20 SOME YEARS! People like you p*** me off! Okay, I'm gonna be quiet now before i get in trouble... hehehe, I really AM a nice person, just not when I'm p***** off! Love you all, no hard feelings, just a frustrating day, and I needed to spout. (I still meant everything that I said) (kiss- mch)
That goes to Amalia Silva and Christian John too
:D I don't care kid :p
I guess I needed to hear that. Thank you for making this video :)
I'm 12, and at first I was like woah, hold up there superwoman. Then I really listened to what she was saying, and this is surprisingly inspiring to me. So thank you, superwoman, for giving me a much needed wake up call. I want to be a cardiologist when I get older, but first I have to get my grades up. Preach.
"Why are you on UA-cam?" I want to be a UA-camr and I'm watching for inspiration... great job though Lilly! I love your videos! Don't think I'm not working hard though. I literally have half a notebook of notes on microphones, tripods, ideas and silly sketches (I did this over a short period of time). This is on top of after school activities, homework, and working towards other dreams.