Let’s just take a moment to think about the effort he put into that pie chart

we appreciate the pie chart.

That pie chart was next level :) Thanks Casey. Burnout is real for all youtubers big or small, as a smaller medium sized creator it is tough to keep it up especially when we have another job that takes up time too. Thanks for talking about this.

I think hustle culture is okay, but people should really stop saying you should cut down sleep to achieve your goals. They treat sleep like it's a luxury when it's not. It's meant to help recover your body and mind from all the work you do every day. If you cut sleep, you're affecting your health and mental well being and to be honest, health and wellbeing should be prioritized above success.

Interesting

Haha a *pie* chart where the majority is *pewdiepie*

I can understand, most people feel overwhelmed. Just replace 'KZfaq Creator' with 'Dad', 'Manager', 'Leader', 'Son', 'Single Mother' etc and people can find it overwhelming too. It's the nature of things, that they lose the element of wonder over time. So accepting the idea that all this success, hardship, failure is transitory and just keep creating, could be an antidote. In the end, it is a choice and all turns out well if you put in the effort. All the best to the creators!

Pewds now alone has 100 mil subs. Proud 9 year old.

The irony of feeling unsuccessful with too much success. I can see how lots of KZfaqrs get bit with this bullet. They feel like if they slow down even just a tiny bit, then they're not living up to the expectations of the reward of success they've been granted thus far. Worse yet is feeling that you have to keep producing more and more just to be proportionate to the rate of growth.

*KZfaq:* Can't trend a PewDiePie video. *Also KZfaq:* Can trend a video about KZfaqr burnout that has PewDiePie in the Thumbnail. "We can't pay the man that much, but the man can still pay us" (Edit: please go check out my song on my page okay thank you so much bye)

I think I have fallen out of love with KZfaq, I am ashamed to admit it. creating and even watching my favorite creators isn't a daily thing for me anymore. Kinda want another platform to pop up and take over already.

That longevity>clout statement makes so much sense. In 10 years, people will still look at caseys legendary bike videos, snowboarding with NYPD, but will they watch ricegum playing fortnite? Probably not.

That is Gloria Borger not PewDiePie in the picture you used.

This feels like the type of video I originally subscribed for. Please more videos like this^^

"hard work is always required to get you where you wanna be" Amen.

Hi 🙂 I am late to this video. I couldn't imagine being famous. I am really excited to start a job as a janitor in a few weeks because I don't have to talk to people. What you do for a career I would find overwhelming. I enjoy your videos. Thank you for making them.

Holy daaaaamn. 10000% truth in all you said, coming from a creator that literally just got over burn out and end of 2018 made videos about burn out. Thanks for talking about it Casey and making it ok that we feel this way. And yes! Quality content that we enjoy making all the waaaaaayyyy from now on! 😱😱😱

It's getting really annoying to say "Burn Out" constantly. Can we shorten it a bit? "KZfaqrs get B.O." Much easier.

I'm not even successful (although hard working) and I feel overwhelmed... A lot...

Such an important topic, Casey - great work adding to that timely article, bro, thanks

Longevity > Clout 👍 (Also Facial Hair > Clean Shave 😎)

*Tell me Any song and ill remix it for you! (You Choose The genre of coure!)* Already did some requests.

That’s how mafia works

Totally agree with this! Longevity is definitely what it's about, and so is diversification. I run three active channels of different sizes, ages, and content, and it is so fulfilling and has allowed me to still do KZfaq some 8 yrs later. Keep championing KZfaqr life for all of us, Casey! You're the GOAT! 🙂🙂🙂

It’s all good Casey. Quantity vs Quality. No brainer. It’s the “quality” that will follow you (us), and it’s quality that will ultimately define your work and create legacy. Onward!

Came here just to make sure he didn’t say anything bad about Felix 😂

This is an amazing VLog. Really well done. Some great points intellectually spoken.

I've been binging on your videos lately and this was some of the most real talk I've heard in a bit. Keep crushin', man. You're inspiring those of us just getting started.

Can we get Casey Neistat to host meme review! That would be epic

*(reads title)* *(See Felix on the thumbnail)* *(clicks video)*

Even as a smaller youtuber this is SO RELATABLE 🙌🏻

Quality over quantity.

Burnout: "when you do more work than your body and mind can handle, in order to remain healthy"

*i don’t understand why some people don’t think big youtubers work hard*

Great video ! Especially because your words also apply to multiple kind of business. That’s one part of why I appreciate with your videos Casey. It’s inspiring because even though i am no youtuber (and don’t intend to be one), your experiences and leitmov can expand to so many situations, lifes, jobs ! Thank you for being an inspiration. Had to get this out :)

I love the work ethic Casey. I grew up on a farm, and I’m a fisherman, I work hard everyday. I only recently started YouTubing, and I busted my ass teaching myself how to video edit this past winter, and I’m loving it. I started from nothing, 0 subscribers, and now I have 150! It’s nothing, but I am proud!

Empathy is perhaps the most taught lesson from parent to child: “Put yourself in their shoes” is what a lot of kids hear growing up and it teaches them how to be compassionate. The problem is that empathy is generally suited for those less fortunate, so how do you empathize with someone who is rich/successful? ‘They have everything they want, why should I feel bad for them?’ There’s a disconnect there that isn’t easily fixed, and when you’re pushed into this circle that people deem “successful,” you can’t vent or rant like you used to because now you’re “complaining” and “ungrateful.” It’s a very mentally draining process to be told your problems aren’t real problems all the time, and it starts to wear you down after a while. I haven’t had to deal with this, but after watching KZfaq for years it’s clear this is what burns creators out: the dehumanization from just a content creator to a “successful person.”

Casey, you put it out there and explained it so eloquently.

Quality leads to longevity. Thank you so much for sharing this Casey! Also, I REALLY miss your short films. Love seeing updates of your life and career but I also love your creative film projects.

I’ve seen this before. Probably when it came out. I’ve been rewatching a lot of your videos and this one was perfect for my current frame of mind. Thank you. Huge fan Casey. Happy you’re enjoying life with your family.

Burnout is not unique to KZfaqrs, and everything you've said here applies mutatis mutandis to every other profession. As a lawyer, I would see burnout all the time (and may have suffered from it myself). The major difference with KZfaq burnout is the added pressure of the *public aspect* of KZfaqr life. I worked at a big law firm, and when lawyers got burnout, you wouldn't really notice they were absent. But with KZfaq - it's a public life. Your break is necessarily noticed *by everyone* - and I think it's that added public aspect of the burnout that makes it worse for KZfaqrs. All that to say - be well. You only have one mind and body, and no one is going to take care of it if you don't. Peace!

that opening about Pewdiepie having 82M of the 100M was so awesome. Great since of humor, Casey

I was on the pie chart! Microscope is required tho!

Did anyone notice the background music which is damn awesome? In the onset of the vedio it has been played by Casey in a high volume and then gradually it's reduced. My penchant for it is extraordinarily high

Petition to change the name of the video to: *_KZfaqrs - Suffering From Success_*

Why AM I the only one who noticed that Casey used THAT photo of Felix in the thumbnail??? I was laughing so hard at this...

The article and your thoughts on it are very articulate. I’m a professional photographer and experience all of the issues discussed by you and the article, yet all I get is “you’re so lucky to work for yourself”, they don’t realise I work literally all day and night every single day with no holidays, sick pay or the ease of mind that working for someone else comes with. My friends that work for others simply do not realise that even being able to walk out of work and not have to think about it until the next day or the day they return from holiday is a massive benefit they get from it. Another good video mate, it really echoes many of the things I’ve felt for the last 12 years of self employment.

i have to say that i am liking the beard casey! also i like when you address things like looking after your mental health, people need to hear it. thanks for another great video and the motivation.

0:40 I love the fact that he called PewDiePie, "Pewds" I am dying to see both of them Collab.

Tbh, I am starting to love the commentary videos more than the vlogs these days.

I've consumed/ absorbed 2 and a half years of your content, in the last 4 months. I've learned a lot from you. I also think it's great that you spend more time with your family now, that you've eased the pressure off yourself to post so frequently. Best wishes for your long game. I'm looking forward to seeing the videos you've posted since this one.

Your videos have a lot more heart now. I recently resubscribed and don't mind less uploads when they seem less frantic and more of a thoughtful talk. Good job Casey

Hey Casey. Burnout is something ALL self-employed and entrepreneurs must deal with. It doesn't matter what business you are in, it's too easy to push and push and push yourself to do more and more and more. Finding the balance is a continual challenge. Saying NO is difficult.

Casey's lookin clean

Thanks, Casey!.. had a really warm and transparent feeling, while watching this - inspiring to keep up the volume of work AND to be reflective/have a perspective too. Appreciate it!.. Best, Li (Heart of Infinity)

Love ya bro, always create at your own pace. I immensely appreciate these introspectives you have and listen when you speak about them.

I somehow doubt Pewds was really interviewed.

**sees KZfaqrs burnt out** Casey: _That's hot! That's hot!_

Watching your vlogs is motivation for me to believe that every small action I do is taking me closer to achieving my goals. especially when you put out vlogs like these

That moment, a mainstream media uploaded a good article for pewdiepie and also other youtubers

As a full time "KZfaqr" who is reluctant to use that term.... this is right on point. I've been lucky to have success with in a very specific niche (aviation). I work hard to create high quality content, and at best can upload 3-4 times per month - no way I could ever approach daily. The pressure to break through and keep reaching viewers when the signal to noise ratio is SO high on this platform is exhausting.

I burnt out after 6 months of weekly uploading and had to take some time off. I can't even imagine how you did 3 years of daily uploads... Keep it up, you're the one that inspired me to pick up a camera. 3 years ago I felt lost and alone in my freshman dorm room, but your videos motivated me every day. Forever thankful for what you do Casey

Really good video. Watching this channel properly during the big lockdown. It’s fantastic. Love Casey’s vlog style.

Casey, as a fellow content creator I fully understand where you’re going with this commentary and the under appreciated epidemic that is ‘KZfaqr burnout’. Thank you for bringing it to the attention of a much broader audience than that that the article alone could hope to have reached.

1:46 *That's not PewDiePie! That's Gloria Borger!*

Well PewdiePie is making videos every day and he gets millions of views beacuse he started doing what he likes instead of thinking what audience needs, like 80% of youtubers do . Casey is the same . Two of my favourite ytubers , i hope they continue doing what they most like , what they enjoy , thats why we are subscribed to them in the first place.

the relatability is very comforting that every creator big or small goes through this

Casey whats up with the Canada Dry can in all your recent videos, being Canadian I love it lol

I’ll be here when you upload. No worries👍

Hey Casey, thanks for sharing your thoughts on burnout, I really like the idea of longevity > clout.

I really needed this. Thank you.

I love how real you are in your vlogs and transparent. Hard work is key to all success, so true. Keep up the amazing work. Also I see that OG Gameboy on your desk. Getting into some Retro-Gaming?

I'm not disagreeing with Casey but Pewdiepie uploads every single day even after gaining a lot of subscribers but maybe its because that Pewdiepie's content doesn't target longevity and focuses on relevancy.

I agree 100% with the over glorification of the hustle mentality. I'm not against it. I'm all for it. I think there also needs to be an equal amount of glorification for rest and self care so you can be effective for that hustle.

Great topic here. "Burnout" is something i've been struggling with for years. p.s. The pie chart definitely came in handy. Thanks for the visual.

Casey, you spending time with your family is WAY more important to many us then regular posts. Once a week is amazing.

(4:41) Did Casey just say "here we are whatever it is 2038"? *I sense a Casey Niestat time travel conspiracy coming on*

Love this! Thanks for always being so open and honest Casey and sharing all your insights! Goes a super long way! Longevity over clout!

hi Casey! much love from the Philippines man! ive been watching you for 3 years now and its because of you i started my own channel recently. facing dilemmas on what to do and what to upload. But you inspire me not to give up and keep trying to think of what to do. From vlogs to covers to reviews im still trying to figure out what i want to do. So dont stop doing what you do because you inspire millions and im sure you do your best for us! thanks a bunch man much much love! We all appreciate what you do dont think otherwise!

Yes, it would be so nice to have people not forget you if you don't post one day.

We've been doing KZfaq for 2 years, we just hit 1,000 and coming forth to say that burnout happens at any level is difficult, but having a huge following it must feel like you HAVE to keep going and you CANNOT take any break, which leads to burnout eventually. This is very powerful Casey, thank you for sharing :)

Hi casey thanks for sharing I know this will be lost in the hailstorm of comment but I appreciate what your going through. “How well I know with what burning intensity you live. You have experienced many lives already, including several you have shared with me- full rich lives from birth to death, and you just have to have these rest periods in between.” ― anais nin

Totally loved your video and made a lot of sense. Thanks for sharing your view on the topic in such an honest, sincere way. you rock!

Haven’t watched you much but I have to say this was a great look into the heads of you and other KZfaq people. And most of all I think everyone needs to remember everyone is human. Grats on new baby and I wish you the best of luck.

This is 100% how I feel about YT burnout & my feelings on working hard. THANK YOU for putting into words what I've been feeling personally Casey! I changed my YT schedule & content ideas a few months ago to fit what truly makes me happy as a creator/avoid burnout, and it has actually improved my channel stats overall. I'm glad you're doing the same!

I have been a creator for just over 9 years, and full time for 4 years now. Like any job, it's a hard balance. There are days you love it, and days you don't, and that's okay. I think KZfaqrs forget that we are still just normal people, and this is our career, and even though 95% of the time we love it, there is 5% of the time, we are still just humans and need a break, or want a change, or need a new creative outlet. And that's perfectly okay!

You’re a beautiful human being Casey. Much respect. Everyone, let’s band together and keep holding each other up and helping each other out! Success comes from within! 2019 is going to be amazing!

After starting my own channel even without any success I can somewhat comprehend how hard you work. For real nothing but the highest respect for you guys at the top.

Best type of burnout compared to the normal 9 to 5 if you ask me 😮

One of your BEST Casey! I upload three days a week & teach at university in Japan four days a week. I feel the BURN. But what you did Casey for 2 years of daily vlogs was amazing commitment & your 10 Million Subs and Success is very well deserved. Thanks for the inspiration & from a father with grown up kids; Spend time with small children as they grow up. That's what life is all about.

I like stacking up watching all your vids in one day when I'm free, like a series... it's cool with me you take breaks, means you're going within to create.. That's a good practice... One Luv

Great video as always. I agree with you that hard work is required, but I also believe loving what you do or following your passion will get you to success without feeling like you are busting your ass off as you're saying. In other words, in order to be successful in any industry, you have to do it because you love it and you'll strive for triumph whether there's an incentive or not.

Can we start a petition to have Casey keep the scruffy look!

“Being constantly tired, easily irritable, and feeling like you’re not successful”. Is Morton describing burnout, or being a parent? 😂

Its videos like this that make me enjoy your channel and respect you even more. So much honesty and insight into what it's like to be in your position while a lot of people try to mask that and only show the glamorous persona they feel the audience demands. Thank you for your honesty Casey.

Casey, it’s not luck..it’s hard work for sure💪🏼 you’ve put the time in and bring amazing content. Thanks for the tips you share for new you tubers like me and for being honest about the burn out...what people call burnout can turn to adrenal fatigue which is very REAL! I was hustling hard a Home based business a couple years ago and was finally making more and more money but then I decided it wasn’t worth it to wreck my adrenals anymore. I was going by the advice of leaders that said “don’t sleep until you hit your goal” etc. However I since learned sleep is a great thing & I am learning to be more productive in short bursts of creative time and finding great results! You tube could disappear any moment...at the end of the day family & people you love is what matters. So keep doing you...take a break once and a while and I’m so glad you said you adjusted your video schedule. Your followers will be there when you’re ready to share👏🏻. Thanks for keeping it real!!!!

Anyone else thinking my man Casey is looking FRESH.Keep smacking it Bru!

This has been one of my favorite videos from Casey in awhile! The music, tone, pacing all helped deliver a message that is relevant probably for a lot of people, but def for me as a creator in other spheres.

Can't think of any better way to say this but "Thank You" for making this video. This is so important and hits me at a time when I need to hear it most. I have 2 channels and a 3rd on the way. I get the grind and I'm comfy for the long haul. Sometimes you have that sense of doubt that creeps in because growth has been limited at times. I look back on my channel and see that at certain points my consistency wasn't there. Time to get on it and push for more consistency. As usual, thanks for the motivation Casey!

Love your honesty sometimes you can’t image how hard it could be being on the other side!!