How to actually follow your passion
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Күн бұрынThis is the method I use when the self-help gets too much.
This video is sort of a non-ordered pair to go with the anti-quit your job one. Enjoy :)
@TheVideoGhost 2 жыл бұрын
I'd like to add that once you do create a passion, you DO NOT have to build a career doing it. It's absolutely okay to work a regular day job to fund your passions in your free time, and for some people it's better. I've worked several jobs doing things I was very passionate about, and the constant grind to improve and produce at someone elses pace instead of my own completely bled me dry of my love for those activities. Remember to always follow your path FOR YOU first.
@7vaughn7 2 жыл бұрын
YESSSSS this is so important!!!
@LeRotaku 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this comment, this gave me courage
@annanova4925 2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Great point of view 👌
@eimeartheirishstitcher 2 жыл бұрын
YES. I'm sick of "hustle culture" telling me I need to monetise everything I do. I just want to do my hobbies after work in peace!
@pauljeitler7678 2 жыл бұрын
Great comment on a great video 👍🏼
@deniz547 2 жыл бұрын
Good to find this video in the midst of an existential crisis.
@nahbruvv238 2 жыл бұрын
Ah congrats! This dude is literally been guiding me through mine haha he has no idea how much he's helped me figure out stuff 😅
@JPJamminn 2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly...
@carluyabut1461 2 жыл бұрын
AMEN.
@palesamphatsoe959 2 жыл бұрын
Rightttttt
@mayeesdaze4322 2 жыл бұрын
He is a blessing to us all!
@MichaelaWagner 2 жыл бұрын
The idea that we can have multiple passions has just exploded my mind. I've been feeling guilty for indulging in several hobbies instead of following one
@helenanrby4555 2 жыл бұрын
I'd recommend the TED talk "why some of us don't have one true calling" in case you're still struggling with this
@cooky614 Жыл бұрын
same here, my thought though was "i will practice all my hobbies and make only 1 into my passion when I'm older"
@mithramusic5909 Жыл бұрын
Some of the most influential people were interested in many things! Da Vinci isn't a bad example
@kaisleycordero2368 Жыл бұрын
don’t feel guilty lol, you’re only human not a robot. people are mixtures of all flavors so don’t b afraid to be yourself
@trogdortheburninator3621 Жыл бұрын
I love that we can have multiple passions. Variety is the spice of life
@aidanconcannon6020 2 жыл бұрын
"indecision is not a vantage point from which you can assess your options" resonated with me so much.
@wulantsabita9843 2 жыл бұрын
Please never delete this video I plan to show this to my imaginary children
@Rozlicious27 2 жыл бұрын
😂
@ishalodhi8400 2 жыл бұрын
me too!
@secondhandloversph 2 жыл бұрын
could work for me 🤣 thanks!
@AlexJ1 2 жыл бұрын
Saw a TikTok recently that simply said "Don't try to figure out your passion in your 20s, just practice getting good at something. Build the process of going from bad to good into your bones. By the time you're 30 you'll be great at getting good at stuff."
@frog6054 2 жыл бұрын
It hard practicing on something that you don't like
@AlexJ1 2 жыл бұрын
@@frog6054 Only do stuff that you like and are interested in?
@frog6054 2 жыл бұрын
@@AlexJ1 You're right. I'm sorry for commenting a stupid comment, I suddenly lose my brain cells lol.
@124ally124 2 жыл бұрын
@@frog6054 Don't be sorry, there's no need to feel stupid. You just made a valuable realisation for yourself. That's a good thing :)
@frog6054 2 жыл бұрын
@@124ally124 Thank you :)
@SageAvalon 2 жыл бұрын
Another piece of advice I have is that when you do realize you are passionate about something, it doesn't mean you have to start capitalizing on it or that you have to be the very best. This can lead to feeling drained, trying to people please, unhealthy comparisons or even losing your passion! We live in a society that values achievements more than inner peace. As a creative person I've many times been encouraged to drop everything else and pursue music. I am young and figuring everything out and I'm very passionate about science and biology too which is what I'm studying in school. It's ok to pursue multiple things and focus on daily life :)
@miniyoshi576 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@evelynedam7319 2 жыл бұрын
I'm 19 and so confused about my life. Everytime i feel stuck I always watch your videos and they are so reassuring and I always learn something new and helpful. Thank you for making these videos.
@KasinaMedeis Жыл бұрын
listen to music
@thebravekind Жыл бұрын
I’m midlife and ready for a new path. These are helping ME too! Cam does a great job of being relatable to anyone.
@jerbear7952 8 ай бұрын
Don't be too hard on yourself. There is no reason to expect a 19 year old to have any idea what is going on or what they want to do. Just try to do things that are positive for you. Hang out with good people who are actively working to get better and don't spend time around losers, even if they are nice.
@financialcreative 2 жыл бұрын
I never realized how inaction was actually worse than taking the wrong action. Any action is good since you're moving towards something. Thanks for making these videos - they always arrive at the right moment, often when I'm doubting myself or feel down about my work, and I feel so much more confident afterwards.
@LifeProShorts 2 жыл бұрын
Yea like murder
@treshaqareen8396 2 жыл бұрын
Listening to him motivated me to actually do something for future self. Even if that's a wrong path i took, then at least i'll know that it's a wrong path and will start another one on my list. Now every time I doubt my lifes choices I just turn Struthless in the background and replay his magic videos :D
@financialcreative 2 жыл бұрын
@@LifeProShorts Jeee...Of course not. I get that you wanted to say a sarcastic joke by twisting my words, but seriously it's just inappropriate.
@financialcreative 2 жыл бұрын
@@treshaqareen8396 Me too! I don't know how many times I re-watched his videos! So motivating. :)
@rubennunez7401 2 жыл бұрын
Haha same here
@slimetank394 2 жыл бұрын
I've wasted 3 years of highschool, 2 years of college, currently studying a wrong major which means 2 more years will be wasted, just finding my passion. In all those 5 years, all I've ever been told, wherever i seek to, are all those "follow your passion, don't waste your life" craps. To me, they're empty, valueless, nonsense bullcraps that helps nothing but makes me more confused and hate myself, and they waste my time. This is the first time I got to know actual ways to find, or build my own path in life. Idk if it will work out for me yet, but it gives me hope. So thank you for your amazing video.
@kalaharideprez 2 жыл бұрын
Aye we kinda in the same boat, I feel like I’ve been wasting time like crazy, in college and haven’t even decided on a major cuz I don’t know which to choose, but I agree; this video is amazing. Good luck to you!! 🤠🤠👾👾
@slimetank394 2 жыл бұрын
@@kalaharideprez good luck to you too, boat mate
@slimetank394 2 жыл бұрын
@cobaLt bLuE :] i guess you're right, it's the positive side of this matter. thanks for that perspective, mate.
@molekyyli 2 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it, a high school, 3 years, two vocational schools (IT, 4 years, business school, 3 years) and a few months on university (IT)... Now considering going back to school but hoping this time it's gonna be the right choice lol. Working on new hobby to become a real passion and school helping with turning that into an income.
@slimetank394 2 жыл бұрын
@@molekyyli sounds like a wild ride. Best of luck to you, mate
@srxverde 2 жыл бұрын
I have a great deal of anxiety, and a lot of it is around my lack of passion for anything, and trying to find a career that makes me happy. The panic attacks are real. This video has really helped put things in perspective and given me a new tool that might actually help me. Choosing from a list does make me anxious, but I think i can do it. Thank you very much. Subscribed.
@user-mx7ok2tz9k 2 жыл бұрын
hey ^^ i'm just a random stranger on the Internet but .. How are you doing? I hope you have found a passion and if not, I hope this comment serves as a reminder to keep trying :)
@bertmons Жыл бұрын
Totally can relate, but picking any direction is the right direction. Small steps and challenges to find some peace have started to pay off for me. Rooting for you and hoping you find passion in just being you :)
@agustinas.3247 Жыл бұрын
How are you now?? I've been in the same situation for the last months🥲
@srichman5 Жыл бұрын
i wish you luck in your journey
@ChrisWorksCreative Жыл бұрын
I'm right there with you. I have a lot of interests, but there really hasn't been one in my adult life that felt like my one passion. Which also made it hard for me to make a decision about what career to transition into after being very unhappy in my current one for years. As I thought more about passion I realized that there doesn't have a to be one thing (it's certainly fine if there is only one thing though). Why can't I have several passions? Or better yet, why do I need to define it as a passion at all? I have lots of things I enjoy doing. Does the fact that I don't define them as my passion reduce the pleasure I get out of doing them? No at all. I finally just made a list a couple of years ago and decided to choose something from it and start working toward it. And I'm getting close to being ready to transition to a new career and feeling really good. Is this thing my passion? No. Do I enjoy it? Usually :) But as I get better at it, I enjoy it more. Ultimately, I may decide to transition my career again later on down the road. But for now, I'm feeling better about the direction I'm going. And I think that has a lot more to do with just taking some action than the specific thing I picked. Cheers and good luck on your journey. You can do this!
@MikhaeylaKopievsky 2 жыл бұрын
Just watched this with my six year old and not only did we both enjoy it, we learned that you have to give yourself time before you can know whether you're good at something and/or whether you're gonna like it 🙂
@Aleatoire9 2 жыл бұрын
I am almost crying with relief at how much stress this video has lifted off of my shoulders. I'm a chronic perfectionist and won't stick with a hobby or habit if I'm not immediately good at it, but these actionable steps are already helping my brain get off the crazy hampster wheel and take a big sigh of relief. Thank you so much for this structure!!
@AlexaMadison1 2 жыл бұрын
This needs to be shown in classes at high school!!
@cassafrasskotter7238 2 жыл бұрын
Sending it to all my nieces and nephews in HS/college right now.
@AlexaMadison1 2 жыл бұрын
@@cassafrasskotter7238 That is amazing!
@slimetank394 2 жыл бұрын
On today's episode of "schools need to care about their damn students"
@igorthelight 2 жыл бұрын
"This needs to be shown in classes at high school" - it kinda is! Kids watch KZfaq everyday. A lot! They just have to see THIS video :-)
@user-jk4jj4nm1q 2 жыл бұрын
@@igorthelight this video is 6 hours old
@heatherfavata6069 Жыл бұрын
It is crazy to think that at a young age your somewhat expected to know what you want to do for the rest of your life when in reality there is just so much more out there. The curiosity and possibilities of closed doors that can be open but we're to stuck on trying to find the "right one" and make sure "we don't waste any time" mindset blows my mind. It's the fact that I've somewhat known what he's explained in the back of my head but actually hearing it and knowing that this individual relates and understands made me realize that there are others indeed that feel the same and not only that but better yet just like he stated " starting is more than enough than remaining stagnate". Thank you for this, truly means alot. c:
@leeshenJoseph 2 жыл бұрын
As of right now being a 20 year old feeling they’ve chosen the wrong path/degree to pursue because I had no direction when I finished Highschool, finding your videos and seeing someone relatable with a similar history and outlook (my tats approve of your sick ink and style) talk about these things is really helping me. I’m about to write my last exam today for second year and I need to figure out what I’m going to do next year so I’ll probably have watched all your videos by then. Keep on doing what you’re doing
@charlottew.8460 Жыл бұрын
Hey! I hope this doesn't come off as too invasive, but I'm interested to know how you're doing right now. I'm in the same situation you just explained (a year ago but still). 20, chose a degree that I'm not completely satisfied with and not knowing where to go. Do you have any advice after you've experienced this as well? Any new accomplishments through that?
@josh34578 2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I do nothing because I get stuck in my own head, trying to think through what would be the optimal life, and in the process take no actions at all. I agree that trying something is better than nothing. Experience will give you new insights and direction you couldn't have figured out with thinking alone.
@maitrimehta3078 2 жыл бұрын
like struthless says in one of his other videos: there is no one best life. there can be multiple 'better' lives.
@aomoussynonymous8712 2 жыл бұрын
Perfection is subjective.
@davek1728 2 жыл бұрын
Optimal life..... i know what you mean. I wanted to optimize my future/life by thinking what would be perfect. I wasted a lot of time thinking.... still do... thinking does not lead to results, action is what leads to results, go for excellenct not perfect!
@DrLizListens 2 жыл бұрын
"The Latin root of passion means to suffer" 👀 At it's core, passion is a pain that desires to be quenched. Action, consistency, & curiosity can be the antidote to indecision. Amazing video!!! Sending this to my clients.
@Mind-Vue 3 ай бұрын
nails the reality check of the 'follow your passion' mantra-it's about getting out there and building it, not waitibg for it to magically appear 😮😊
@umrkhayam Жыл бұрын
"There's only two directions, stopping and starting" Thanks mate, needed this
@gefelice 2 жыл бұрын
Hearing passion so many times that the word becomes meaningless.
@ephemeral1052 2 жыл бұрын
I’m even disgusted by this word at this point
@KonpeitoKoil 2 жыл бұрын
YOUR PASSION SERVES YOU WELL HUMAN.
@kittensrevenge480 2 жыл бұрын
It took me until nearly 30 to figure out my passion beyond "creating stuff." It honestly caused me so much anxiety but after a couple of months of soul searching and habit building, I finally feel like I'm on the right track. To anyone that needs to hear it - you'll definitely get there. Experiment until you find something you're excited to get back to.
@moonhajung6742 2 жыл бұрын
I think what makes your advices and tricks work for me is because you deliver it with a friendly way. Not in a way a master teach a noob, with too far of a _gap_ between them-literally and metaphorically. You are a different person-have gone through different trials and errors and successes, therefore you have something to say to the ones whom are still struggling to be where you are now-yet at the same time you are just like us, somehow. And the way you connect yourself to us is just so genuine and chill and fun and it's a really good point no master in the highest mountains could ever achieve. And therefore makes your messages and empathy to reach more hearts, more deeply. God bless you, my dude. Always thank you for everything you've done, and I'm going to be here, always, to witness and follow the great things you're going to do and achieve in the future. 🔥🔥🔥
@antongrimm Жыл бұрын
The best solution to my insecurity about what to do with my life. By far. Thank you so much for making these videos :)
@gregkimura2810 2 жыл бұрын
You build your passion. A lot of people need to hear that.
@Crowcifixx 2 жыл бұрын
I just wanna say, HUGE shout out for always saying "I don't have a chronic illness" etc in your videos. You're the first "productivity/life hack" youtuber that I've ever seen acknowledge their privilege in this way. I have multiple issues like ADHD and a disability that make it so much harder for me in life than others but I still get a lot from these videos, and it feels great every time you mention this stuff 🌻
@cooky614 Жыл бұрын
i have ADHD too and i also have undignosed tic's and dyslexia so some passions of mine can be very hard like voice acting and writing. i love how he doesn't ignore that people like us exist and knows it can be harder for us to do things that he can!
@mithramusic5909 Жыл бұрын
@@cooky614 I'm glad you don't sound like you entirely cast those options aside just because you might have some extra challenges, too. There can be surprising ways to work through difficulties that wouldn't even cross your mind from the sidelines, until you are faced directly with the challenge itself.
@ChofiGC 2 жыл бұрын
This is pure gold go my ears 😭 I always struggle with myself thinking “I can only choose one interest/passion” and that’s what my mindset has been struggling with for the past couple of years now 🥲 I haven’t been in school since the pandemic hit and I have been having the existential crisis of what career path I wanted to take. That’s what kinda sucks about college/school in general. Kinda like we’ve been conditioned to think “you can only chose one”. I have so many interests I want to try and honestly hearing this helps so so much! I love your videos so so much I can’t even thank you enough for your words of wisdom dude! I truly appreciate and love your content! It helps people like me in so many ways than you can possibly think! Thank you so so much again! ❤️
@DeTurquoise 2 жыл бұрын
have you ever heard about the multipotencial people?
@ChofiGC 2 жыл бұрын
@@DeTurquoise hmm can’t say I have 😅
@muskanmahajan04 2 жыл бұрын
I was going to comment this exact thing. You my friend are a multipotentialite
@kirrachristiansen8999 Жыл бұрын
I instantly felt so validated when you explored the side of the coin of having no interests/passions. Life’s hard enough not knowing what to do with my time, compounded with not finding joy in things I used to
@RR-tv2nr 2 жыл бұрын
"Continue to do nothing and feel guilty about it." Yep, been there, dona that. So many years wasted on doing nothing because of fear of failure. Took me until the age of 27 to reach this insight. I'm still afraid to try new things, but screw that. Better late than never!
@DefallianceDi 2 жыл бұрын
Same, I'll be 26 soon, wasted so much time worrying about making the wrong decision that I pretty much did nothing. Still got lots of fears but more willing to just try something. We got this!
@josalee6479 2 жыл бұрын
I’m rooting for you both! In a non pressure way 😅💜
@specialingu 2 жыл бұрын
think i was even older... atleast in terms of real life stuff :(
@TR1ckY_TV 2 жыл бұрын
dude dude DUDE! you're a life saver 🔥 I've watched dozens of these "find your passion" videos and went to pursue a career path afterwards only to stop because it didn't "light a fire inside of me" which led me to feeling down again and "passion-less". and this cycle continued for 3 years and I feel like a loser, only now that I discovered that passion comes with commitment and hard work not the opposite 😅 you're the Big Brother I've never had 💜 whatever you do, I wish you the best of luck KEEP GOING
@pastorkris 2 жыл бұрын
I'm sending you so much love right now!
@moonhajung6742 2 жыл бұрын
Yea, I also recommend you and everyone else to watch Haikyuu!!, a volleyball anime that goes deep about passion and hunger for something... and how it's not already inside of you but you accidentally stumbled upon it and work hard for it and grow to be better at not only volleynall, but everything that related to it like connecting to people, being aware of your surroundings, and how to keep yourself healthy so you could play volleyball for a longer time, and all those things naturally becomes you. just... really, a beautiful and inspiring story that has changed so many lives and views about passion. Haikyuu was the first thing that came to my mind watching this video!
@Sheen023 2 жыл бұрын
Which career bro?
@8koi139 2 жыл бұрын
Even if you don't like your first option never think about it as a waste of time, you learnt something new, gained a new view on life, discovered something new about yourself. As an example Apple is so popular because the CEO took courses in a bunch of different unrelated stuff, like calligraphy, art, etc! You are just becoming a richer person!
@dowhatyouwill 2 жыл бұрын
DUDE, THIS IS GAME CHANGER. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on this ''follow your passion'' hubris!
@KoongYe 2 жыл бұрын
This is why I rly don't like ppl saying "I haven't found my passion yet" when they don't do anything to discover it. It took me cooking, classical guitar, elec guitar, cello, writing novel, composing, 3D modeling, making figures etc to find my actual passion in drawing which I am sticking to and happy about. Ppl waste their time playing games, watching TV or youtube when they could be finding their passion.
@rotem.. 2 жыл бұрын
yeah thats me
@notepadplusplus4923 2 жыл бұрын
I would like to know if your passion in drawing your job or a hobby?
@molekyyli 2 жыл бұрын
I think one part of the problem is that finding the passion requires conscious effort. Playing games, watching TV/YT/streaming services is not only way easier but also addictive. Hard to break the cycle. I'm currently working on that. Btw, I used to like to draw when younger but then I realized how much effort and time it would take to get really good (I'm drawn to realistic looking stuff) and I just don't have enough drive for that.
@notepadplusplus4923 2 жыл бұрын
@@molekyyli same
@molekyyli 2 жыл бұрын
@@notepadplusplus4923 Same in which regard? :)
@kaitlyndirk7904 2 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of Pixar's Soul, when she was looking for her "Spark"
@arioctober 2 жыл бұрын
EXACTLY... that movie has such a good message.
@IceGoddessRukia 2 жыл бұрын
When he acknowledged that the audience could have nothing they are drawn to I had to pause the video... All I ever see are people who seem to be killing it and I'm sitting here like "But...I don't know what I want..or what I'm good at, am I good at anything??" Honestly, thank you for shouting out people like me...it's been pretty rough.
@MindbookMedia 2 жыл бұрын
I discovered this video when I took a career break to access the way forward and it was intimidating. Every path seemed good and as i even began to pick on the feedback loop of fear would force me to go back to square one. This advice of action (any Action) leading to making better decisions is absolutely amazing. Right now, I am starting again and am on a path again and I can feel progress. The biggest takeaway from this video was "There are only two options in life, starting and stopping" Thank you mate
@emberflash1641 2 жыл бұрын
This whole process takes the idea of a far off bucket list and makes it a doing now list with no pressure which is something someone with a crippling fear of failure like me can get behind lol! Also I would've forgotten to put painting murals as an interest on my list, but u reminded me that are ways to still do those things without it being career shattering change. Just fun small changes which I think we all need anyway
@VaskoGames 2 жыл бұрын
As someone who struggles with decision paralysis, this helps so much! Thank you for the perspective
@saeedbaig4249 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I just wanted to say how helpful your videos are. You have a nice vibe - you don't give off the stereotypical intense unattainable self-help guru feel that a lot of others do - you come off as just a chill, relatable dude who's been through what we're going through and is just sharing what worked for him. I find your videos both comforting in how laidback and non-judgemental they feel, yet also practical & useful; subbed.
@toogs8571 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing how you make more intelligent and relatable statements than people who are "supposed" to make sense, i.e. because they're business leaders, or psychologists, etc, etc.
@44BlueFoxes 2 жыл бұрын
Something that helped me with the whole 'finding your passion' thing, was seeing a video where the creator talked about doing things that energise & excite you. You can work hard at a project/hobby/thingy & feel tired due to long hours or intense bouts of focus. But if it's leaving you feeling *drained* that's a sign that maybe it's not for you.
@davek1728 2 жыл бұрын
I'm doing some research about this. So far i have found out i do things that cost focus and energy but i feal good about them or afterwards. Is this the secret to what gives you energy? I was not encouraged in what i liked doing so i have troubles with finding direction in life. I'm starting to believe that possitive goals make me feel good, so i imagine how i would feel doing something. Do i make sense?
@44BlueFoxes 2 жыл бұрын
@@davek1728 just don't get caught up in the trap of thinking 'this benefits others so it's what I should be doing'. The positive impact your actions have should not outweigh whether you truly want to do them. Otherwise you end up living a life for others, who may not fully appreciate your efforts, or even appreciate them at all. And this can send you into a hole of resentment.
@davek1728 2 жыл бұрын
@@44BlueFoxes i agree. Some people are rigged like that, i'm not. However i do feel pretty good or usefull when i can help someone, but i'm carefull about not being used. I don't want to be a giver, someone who lives for others and has no own life...in the end you will be left empty, that is for sure!
@gonzalo6890 2 жыл бұрын
Finally, some real advice on the "follow your passion" thing that actually gives me something to work on rather than waiting for something to get me somewhere.
@TUTOSANDROIDtutorialesymas 2 жыл бұрын
You are amazing, the way you described the "I'm drawn but I'm not passionate" brought so much relief to me, the fact that there is multiple passions also was huge, this is one of the best videos I've seen this year because of how hugely educational it is, I subbed
@NerdInTheRain 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched loads of videos with similar titles and I’ve never actually felt better after watching one before. Thank you so much! I’ve spent the last five years since finishing school going back and forth between trying out different jobs, courses and berating myself for still not knowing what I wanting to do and for quitting everything I started. This totally changed my perspective.
@dreamkiller55 2 жыл бұрын
“If you have a fear of time running out.” My gym timer ran out as soon as you said this lol
@nerad1994 2 жыл бұрын
Good ol synronicity ;)
@Eastsidegoon 2 жыл бұрын
@@nerad1994 yessss
@laurenwood8806 2 жыл бұрын
I am only two minutes in and can relate to every single word of this. Came at a time when I needed it most. Thank you so much for taking the time to make content like this :D
@rocketsackcreations 2 жыл бұрын
I kept thinking: "that's great, that's so clever" in every line you were saying xaxaxxa But the like button was hit in my favorite phrase: "grab a blank bit of paper and some pen" - the simplest, yet more effective way to catch floating ideas.
@rowanhassan1475 2 жыл бұрын
“indecision is not a vantage point from which you can assess your options” holy fuck this changed my entire outlook thank you
@inlesinlet 2 жыл бұрын
me: "ah, nothing's of interest these days, i'm in such a funk, bleh" you: "we're journaling, baby" me: heart beats faster ... "oh, yeah, i'm interested in journaling!"
@lowercase_ash 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy for you!
@7vaughn7 2 жыл бұрын
journaling is amazing :,)
@alaynajoline 2 жыл бұрын
Holy shit it’s like you saw me staring into blank space for the past 3 years wondering “wtf do I do now?” Bahaha THANK YOU!!!!!!!
@jamaludin_x 7 ай бұрын
literally the best video on this topic. you brought your own example and took the viewer by the hand adressing all pains. wow. may Allah bless you brother.
@aryasafira93 2 жыл бұрын
By watching this video I discovered that I already have a lot of thing I want to do, but never tried. I also discovered that I'm scared of both failure and taking action. I'll be 28 years old in September, and I've wanted to write a book, be good at guitar and ukulele, and good at drawing, since at least high school, maybe even younger. I have began somewhat, but never committed for more than two days. I already know music is part of my life and me, so what am I scared of? The drawing is more difficult, but that's probably me being hard on myself. Also, I do like making up stories 😅 I also finished the movie Soul an hour ago (I really do recommend it), and my thought prosess about "what have I accomplished" and "am I enjoying life" started ... Found this video, and yes. I just sit on my but waiting for my passion to come flying out of nowhere 😅Tomorrow I will commit at least five minutes of my time learning something on the guitar 🤩 Thank you for making this video ✨
@NutshellBrainery 2 жыл бұрын
This video needs to go f***ing viral and reframe the passion diatribe.
@staticyawn 2 жыл бұрын
How to stop becoming intensely depressed at the prospect of pursuing interests? The thought of a 9-5 job, the anxiety of failure and the inability to cope with learning curves despite being aware of all these tricks and tactics mentioned in the video.
@megg10 2 жыл бұрын
I totally understand your struggle. Growing up, i was told I was a “gifted kid”, so things were expected to come easy to me. Fast forward a few years and I can’t cope with failure and if I’m not good at something instantly, I drop it. Unfortunately, at least in my personal experience, there aren’t any special “tricks” that can make it easier. The only cure to inaction is action. You could spend your whole life *thinking* about doing something, but never actually do it. You don’t want to get trapped in that cycle. Everyone has to be bad at something before they can be good at it. You can’t avoid failure, it’s a part of life that everyone has to go through, and there’s no shame in it. One quote that’s helped me is this quote from the show Bojack Horseman “It gets easier. Everyday it gets a little easier. But you gotta do it everyday. That’d the hard part,” I’m sorry if none of this helps, but I wish the best for you
@voidzz7969 2 жыл бұрын
@@megg10 :(
@snow15white 2 жыл бұрын
i don't know if this is helpful, but in case it is: not everything needs to be a 9-5, lots of people work better other ways. also, if you ever played a video game you probably improved over time - at several points in what is now one of my favourite games, i very nearly gave up because the learning curve felt IMPOSSIBLE. When someone more experienced than i watched how i was getting stuck and gave me some guidance it was extremely frustrating, but seemed a bit more doable. i still haven't beaten the final boss, but i probably will one day. what i'm trying to say is: stuff's harder when you're not used to it, most of us need help along the way & fear of failure / anxiety are sometimes due to [understandable but inaccurate] belief that the only way is mainstream and we have to contort ourselves to fit into existing ways, rather than adjusting them to fit more people or creating new ones.
@specialingu 2 жыл бұрын
try doing the hobby for set period of time (if possible), and try to focus on the process of that hobby.... and enjoying that process, and you dont need to be amazing at your hobby.... but i have a literal sea of unfinished projects and stuff, so im not fixed :p
@staticyawn 2 жыл бұрын
@@specialingu Unfinished projects are at least better than projects you never started
@ChrisWorksCreative Жыл бұрын
"Picking any direction is the right direction." Love this. Great video! I love your lighthearted and friendly demeanor. This is one of the best breakdowns on following your passion that I've seen. I landed on a similar mindset after spending a few years just trying to "figure out my one passion". But finally realized that, like everyone, I'm multifaceted, and there really isn't just one thing. I adopted more of an approach like you mention in the video of just picking something that seems interesting to me and started working toward it and see where it leads. Fast forward a few months and I'm getting close to graduating and starting the job search in a new career. And that feels SO much better than just taking no action. Cheers.
@trogdortheburninator3621 Жыл бұрын
I used to be a throw a dart at a map, that's where you go. Even if it landed in the ocean. God those where fun times.
@kimchristine11 2 жыл бұрын
This is an amazing video. After college, I was in a cycle of inaction, where I didn't do anything and I didn't build anything because I wasn't doing anything. I realized later that any action is better than inaction. Hearing you eloquently express these ideas has given me so much to think about in terms of my current decisions.
@JeffWalshPhotography 2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing, and should be played before any and every motivational speaker who goes all in on "follow your passion." If I ever meet you IRL, I'm going to ask for a hug homie.
@kaleidorainbow 2 жыл бұрын
"picking any direction is the right direction" - thanks, i really needed this. i'm still not sure of what direction i'll go, but at least i know what to work on
@thebravekind Жыл бұрын
This is great advice! I wrote about all of the different ways I pursued my grandmother’s passions thinking I’d be innately successful at things like playing piano or sewing. Epic fails. I finally found what makes me tick and I still think I would’ve make Granny proud ☺️
@Happiness379 10 ай бұрын
That’s great. What did you find you like instead?
@sophiewalshe 2 жыл бұрын
This has been insanely helpful, you're so understanding and empathetic that it makes me feel like I'm talking to an older wiser version of myself. So nice to see from the comments how many others you're helping too, hope you're really proud of yourself.
@laramaestrelli1047 2 жыл бұрын
this hole "follow ur passion!! ur only passion!!!!!!! -no pressure by the way-" kills me hahahaha
@MiketheNerdRanger 2 жыл бұрын
This is the most nuanced take on the whole "find your passion" thing I've heard thus far; most people go left or right on this one. Either they go full in on "follow your passion, or realize (somewhat correctly) that doesn't work, but then say "don't follow your passion," neither of which considers consider the oversimplicity of either belief. This actually gave me hope that making a livelihood off of a passion is still possible.
@EdwardTrain 2 күн бұрын
This is what Robert greene has said. You’ve delivered it in an easily understandable manner. Good job man
@ericdwkim 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad I stumbled upon this channel. No typical self-help BS. Just raw, relatable truth. Love it!
@dattebayopy 2 жыл бұрын
I was having a mental crisis yesterday just one day before my birthday. This video came at the perfect time. Thanks a lot, dude.
@asahorsman6690 2 жыл бұрын
Im 47 and since hitting 40 ish thought I cant do my current job for the rest of my life. I took the plunge last year and started an evening art class. I came across you videos and they make so much sense and have been a real inspiration and guide. One of your previous vids about just picking one thing and starting helped me down the path and the ideas started flowing. Thankyou .
@anisa3610 Жыл бұрын
This whole channel is absolutely some of the best and most realistic advice I've ever heard. I love your aura it is just so real and genuine. I actually made the list and I have more than 5 interests and I'm so excited to explore them all.
@lyndzienielson3161 2 жыл бұрын
These videos help me stop overthinking and stop being stressed about everything. Thank you so much for making these; they eliminate anxiety thought patterns.
@JoanOfArgghh 2 жыл бұрын
"Indecision is not a vantage point from which you can assess your options." A sailboat tiller can be jogged back and forth, but until the sails are up and it's moving forward, the tiller is pretty much useless. That's our brain when it's indecisive.
@almightytreegod 2 жыл бұрын
So I’ve been told about the importance of action vs inaction by my therapist but holy shit I really love this. I never framed it as doing the “wrong” thing is actually making progress. THANK YOU
@MsTiquey 2 жыл бұрын
You freakin' rock so much!!! Thank you for sharing what you have learned. I feel like you speak to those of us who have had a messier life and are motivated to figure it out and move on. It helps more than we can say.
@charcoalelement6276 8 ай бұрын
Absolutely Right! I was drawn to music when i was younger. I work at it, learned it, got great at it and applied it to life! I now dont play music, slacked and stopped pursuing it, but once I choose to pursue it again, I'm back at it and love it! It's a choice to work at whatever it is you choose. Currently Im choosing writing and film. Love it Work it and Make It Happen! Work It!
@Adolaide 2 жыл бұрын
I've spent 15 years of my life in leadership classes, conferences, and many many books... Your KZfaq is the most effective hands on *life map/action/betterment* advice I've ever received. Thank you for sharing 🔥
@hiddenshadow2105 2 жыл бұрын
Finally some practical advice! 'Follow your passion' became such an insidious phrase, it is more like an anxiety whip than a motivation for anything.
@sirreginald7420 Жыл бұрын
Damn man you are the person with the most sound advice on youtube about life. I always feel like I'm missing out on my teen years because I live life more "slowly" than my peers if that makes sense. Your videos about, jobs, passion, twenties and life in general are really helping me clear my mind when it's too much. You are amazing and thank you for making videos like these.
@ishalodhi8400 2 жыл бұрын
I've only watched two of your videos until now. Your content is so original, refreshingly original. As a person in my late twenties, these genuine guides and honest sharing of your experiences really helps. Thank you for the transparency, for keeping it real and for the amazing content. I've subscribed and I absolutely love this channel already!! sharing it with my younger sis too!
@honeyway3104 2 жыл бұрын
Inaction was literally the struggle of my life right now.. So much needed to be done that I just stopped… Im not naturally drawn to creating stufff… I love to invent and imagine stuff but putting it into action, making real and tangible.. that’s not something I’m good at yet.. which just means, there’s room for improvemen. Gotta actively start working now. Why? I dunno..just do it.. try it out.. Thank you for everything you’ve done on this channel..you like actually inspire me and that is not something that someone can do easily
@DeadLkeMe 2 жыл бұрын
Kinda reminds me of this great article (turned into short book) is "The Crossroads of Should and Must"! Basically, how it's ok to have a passion, but you must go about it practically.
@Matriarch-ji4he 2 жыл бұрын
This hit me straight into the truth. I have been not acting or just struggling on the motivation to where I don't act at all. Thank you for breaking this down for me. I have a reason to use on of my journals now so I can figure out where to start putting things into action.
@victoriateasdale3684 2 жыл бұрын
I am so grateful for your channel. I always come here when I’m feeling in a funk and you always give the right level of advice but cutting through the BS. Thank you.
@beautybard 2 жыл бұрын
I just started beauty school at Aveda Institute and their newest slogan is "Passion into Purpose". It's beautiful and inspiring. And it's funny how all the points you're making tear that apart and simultaneously build it back up :) I love watching your videos, especially when I'm feeling sad and stuck, artistically. I can watch all the tutorials I want... But nothing really makes me feel validated and ready to create like your videos, even just watching you draw "x thing in 9 styles".
@HollyJaneYT 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that Gary Veynerchuck energy is sooooo pre-COVID 🤣 love the guy, but it’s hard to feel that intense about anything when your daily uniform has become loungewear and slippers ✌🏼💪 and I’m okay with that! I love your content!
@JostleQueen 2 жыл бұрын
I just turned 21 last June and I’ve been going through a particularly dark period in my life; just found your KZfaq channel. Just finished the things I wish I knew in my 20s video as well and I feel like I’ve finally been told words I needed to hear for a while now, genuinely thank you. 🧸💕
@KnitsFromTheVoid 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I needed this advice, I've felt stuck for the past 4 months and went between total inaction and "frantically just doing anything". I was missing the little puzzle piece of sticking with something for a bit of time even if it doesn't immediately feel right.
@portiamaree8637 2 жыл бұрын
I've started journaling after watching one of your previous vids. It's so new to me, it's going very shaky. This topic of passion is literally something that I journaled about today. Being stuck doing nothing because I fear doing something. I'll definitely try this and see where it leads me.
@chelle4419 2 жыл бұрын
"Indecision is not a vantage point from which you can assess your options." Damn, speaking the truth. I've been indecisive on a variety of topics. This is deeply true, and a lesson I seem to be learning over and over again. Thank you for putting that into words.
@gdiana8357 2 жыл бұрын
I can not understand how on earth your content is sooo good. I can relate to you so well and the fact that youre so open and actually talk about shit that apparently many struggle with, its awesome. I've watched like 4 videos from you and I still find myself pausing in awe since youre so raw and on point. You're giving me no chance but to take action. Sending love your way
@AngelBien Жыл бұрын
I love this guys vids cause not only is it visually fun but it also gives real practical tips that are kind original but delivered in a light-hearted way that empowers you to take action. God Bless man. Rock on.
@ZurditaDinamita 2 жыл бұрын
"Passion is no inherently a good thing, the word is related with suffer" Thanks!! I love art and I love drawing, but exactly for that feelings I think I couldn't work happily as an artist. A job requires some detachment, some coldness, and is really difficult/painful/almost impossible to relate that things with my creations. I still don't know if I will get a common job and just making art on my free time, but honestly that sounds better than drawing most of the time, but been deeply sad, unsatisfied and probably with insomnia lol (also winning less money, eating wrong stuff and so on)
@ItsGins 2 жыл бұрын
love this, amazing content as always 👍
@7vaughn7 2 жыл бұрын
agreed! this vid was very insightful 👍
@-rr-4172 2 жыл бұрын
I found this video in my feed and thought the title was interesting. What i didnt expect is how much of a gem this actually is!
@Jesstryfox 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. This video was just what I needed. I haven’t heard someone voice exactly what goes on in my head so precisely. I just have to say thank you. 🌻
@saphira122mimi 2 жыл бұрын
I wish i could give this guy a hug. He just explains things with topics and in such a practical way... Love from Portugal, Struthless
@arritheartist4119 2 жыл бұрын
i'm at a point in life where i'm just standing still, but i'll be taking your advice to heart and creating content more frequently. thank you for always making the right videos at the exact moment i need them.
@ivytranart 2 жыл бұрын
i’ve been in a rut n fell into the inaction cycle but everything you’ve said in this video, as well as your previous ones, has helped me so much! i always learn something new and you’re a huge inspiration!
@SupremePerspective Жыл бұрын
Videos like this are what helps humanity strive. You’re a hero of our society
@FreddotheWheelchairGuy 2 жыл бұрын
I really vibed with what you said about the passion thing. I was asked what I was passionate about recently and because I couldn't answer straight away, was made to feel a bit useless. This made me feel much better ❤️✌️
@ingrydrios 2 жыл бұрын
in my last therapy section i realized that what was holding me back was depression's inertia. it's really frustrating because i'd get to the part where i'd have to do something and IT'S SO HARD. but now that i connected it to movement it makes it more clear. and it's not just about literal movement (like getting out of the bed after waking up), it's also feeling bad and stuck but clicking on this video anyways and getting a new perspective of things. i moved from the starting point. so thank you! i never really leave comments but decided to make this move (hehe). your videos have helped me a lot and little by little i'm tweaking and polishing my systems to live feeling a bit lighter. to everyone that feel stuck, i hope you all find your movements and build a version of yourselves that you're proud of. ❤
@SuperMatless 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! You are so right when saying that passion is created and not something that "sleeps" in you! I have "searched" inside me for so many years were I was pretty much stuck... I have just lately figured out that I need to create it, not to wait for it to show up. Keep up with the great work! Thanks again!
@toni6135 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I just realized what I had worked through in my own way since a few years ago but you just worded it so simple and well to understand. This world truly is full of never ending knowledge.