Thanks for sticking with me ❤ Taking a break would not fix the underlying problem that I have, it will come back even if I took a break. I'm not taking a break, I've got to make changes to _how_ I make videos It will take a few weeks for you to notice any change in videos - I typically work on a 1-2 month backlog.

I think we all get that burned out feeling and sometimes it's good to step back a bit. Once you're on that content creation hamster wheel, it's easy to get stressed out and even resentful over something that should be fun. Certainly I've had that - there are days when I want to bellow obscenities and down a bottle of whisky. Slowing down a bit is not a bad thing.

Well done Jen. As you probably recall we did a similar thing with Every Disused Station. Visiting countless industrial estates and housing estates to point at where an old station was... and feeing the need to HAVE to do that was breaking me! We changed up and started telling stories. So much easier. So much happier. Carry on!

None of us are "just another trainspotter". We all have unique experiences and joys and it is great to see yours through your KZfaq videos. And yes, some of the experiences will always be stressful, or dull, but if you stick to it, you will have some truly excellent times.

At present we (my partner and I) cannot travel because my partner has Parkinson's and is developing Alzheimer's but in our youth we used to do railway adventures so now we live vicariously through you and other KZfaqrs reliving past adventures seeing places we'd like to visit so we enjoy your content immensely.

We support you Jen with the changes you make to the channel. Still be here to watch your videos and I really do like watching what you put together but the truth is.... KZfaq isn't easy, even myself do struggle making videos but happy that you still going to keep going Jen and wish you all the best with the changes

I have seen the same sentiment from a few KZfaqrs recently. Find out what is best for you and do it. It's your physical and mental health that matters. We'll still be here no matter what. And if you come to South Wales happy to say hello to you both.

Every one of your You Tube videos is appreciated and as a regular train (and tram) traveller, it is all about the experience. I appreciate that you share that and your feelings with us, the good and the bad. I will be here as will many others to support you. Produce what works for you and I am sure we will all appreciate it.

I agree with what you said. Look after yourself and partner and I'll be here to watch your videos when you post them.

Jen I support with what you will do. Love you videos

I hope that you will continue to have happy moments in the future Jen! I am sure that I will continue to watch and enjoy your videos, in what ever shape they will take, as I have done so far! Have fun and be silly!

I love your videos alot! Every video you make is such a joy, it's so fun to see the places you're exploring since I probably never could. Don't worry if you make videos more rarely, your videos are so good that they last a while to make us feel happy. We matter about your mental health too! If you feel like you need to do changes, no worries! We'll be here to support you forever.

Hello Jen, I hear what you say and often feel the same way. I think it was in 2009 when I joined up but to be candid I've been on KZfaq for so long that I've lost track of time. Making films is indeed very time-consuming and at times we all need to focus elsewhere too. Being with others, domestic chores, working, even eating and sleeping. We must look after our health, as that way we have the vitality to live - rather than just exist. For me it can be very frustrating, I really want to multi-task 'all the time' as I also have a 50+ page website with some pages that are very much in need of updating, plus I'm a keen gardener as well as looking after an aged relative and generally having a social life with real-life humans! Oh and also I want to spend more time on railway modelling too! I just try to do what I can when I can - at times there will always be other priorities - even if it means that I only make a couple of KZfaq films a month, then so be it. So please take it easy and enjoy the journey. All the best, Simon

We love you jen, whatever you choose to do we will support you. Today, tomrrow and forever.

Jen, you are the dearest - have a hug and support of chat - and hopefully, the new government will not deny your existence and let everyone be what they want to be

I'm so very glad that you're not throwing in the towel or anything. Your videos are such a delight to watch. I often save up a few and when I'm having a really bad mental health day, I'll make myself a drink and a snack and sit down to watch a bunch. I cannot tell you how much they help. I really struggle to turn off my brain and watching your videos are one of the very few things that helps me do that, at least for a bit. I was drawn to your channel because it felt more authentic and that's why I've stayed. I'm here for whatever you bring our way and I'm very grateful for it. You help me escape and show me places I don't know if I'll ever be lucky enough to see, so thank you for that!

Don't get down on yourself, I love watching your videos. Your videos remind me of wonderful places I have been and need to return to see again. You need lot's of love.

I really feel for you Jen. I did KZfaq for 8 years and I had to quit for the same reasons. It's a format that requires full time commitment and rewards you with almost nothing in return. Not many people can live the type of lifestyle that is necessary to maintain that level of work as a side hobby. I hope you find a balance that works best for you! We really care for you and want you to be the best version of yourself.

I'm sorry to hear that Jen. I have often wondered about making videos about e.g. flights/trips to Japan etc or on my brain condition (hydrocephalus) as I have VP shunt but I'm too shy to do that that. I've spent all my time over the last few years watching mainly aviation and train content on youtube.

I am so looking forward to the changes in content, I think it always comes across when there's an increase in the fun you as creator are having making the content

Hi Jen, I hope you feel better soon, it sounds like you are a bit burnt out, but it also sounds like you are making the right decisions to get your happy back. Hugs ❤

Deep and meaningful mushy stuff is real life and that’s why we love your videos xx

i am sure it is hard to step back and look at your evolution. Your ease and flow here are noticeable. Even talking from the heart about something honest and true, you nailed it. I enjoy our chats, even the hard ones. I am perfectly fine with your videos being postcards from here and there; come here, dont go here. You dont have to expound on the data or history. Just show us you joy, perhaps point to the frustration of something. we identify with that as well. I wrote a blog for several years and came to find it very consuming and challenging. I understand you challenge multiplied with technology I wouldnt begin to know how to use. I'll keep rolling with you

Your health and relationship is more important, so pleased you are reviewing things and I will add you to my distant healing book of names needing healing, which I meditate with. Love you Jen. ❤

Happy you’re reevaluating how to go about the journey. Enjoy everything, and all the coffee along the way!

Jen. we love you for who you are, and you MUST do what's right for YOU. YT is creative, but its demanding and more and more is expected as everyone tries to do do better, thats only sustainable to a point, what is important is YOU,

Jen you are a natural , I wish I could have the talent that you have , Do the videos at your leisure , we all will understand and support you . Thank you x

As a fellow small creator, I agree entirely with the whole burnout thing. I uploaded daily (ish) to try and catch up with a year+ backlog of content I've filmed across the country. After Christmas 2023, I ended up just stopping doing videos for a good 4 months, I simply couldn't pick up the editing software, I was that burnt out. I've seen so much hatred, harassment, and toxicity too within transport circles - it really doesn't help mental health matters when you have to see that constantly, I've even seen plenty towards bigger creators like yourself and geoff, who arguably are some of the kindest people in the space. Thank you for doing what you do Jen, and thank you for being so kind the times I've seen you in person ❤

Jen, I 100% feel you on this one. I started - kinda by accident - started doing a Twitter series on disused stations in Edinburgh. Overnight, I went from 50 followers to 300, to 600, to 1,000. Suddenly, I had to be SO much more careful, check and pre-write messages, worry about mistakes, come across more professional, etc. And it stopped being fun VERY quickly. That obligation to do it again, then again, then again. Nowhere near on your scale, but I know how it feels. You're spot on. Be good to yourself.

I support you completely, and love your videos. They make me feel rather relaxed

The self-managed (second) job work-life balance struggle is so real and I am so glad you are making this decision to have one hand on the accelerator and one on the brake. ❤

Take your time Jen you've got this .

I think that being a completist is very stressful and I think the very nature of our hobby (and anything connected with a love of transport is a hobby, whether you can be creative about it with youtube or, in my case, blog writing) is to be completist, be it to visit every station, ride every Class 150, whatever! I'm a bus enthusiast first & foremost and I think the challenge with that is that there's far more to it to "get in the book," as it were. But I came to the same conclusion that you have many years back, just do it at your own pace and so it because it's fun, it's wrong to make these things a monster! All the best, Jen!

I feel like a lot of people go through this moment in their KZfaq lives - I've been in such a funk for two years now! And I know Geoff recently had a bit of an existential crisis about his own content. Looking after one's own MH as a creator and not being beholden to algorithms is the trickiest balance to strike. Hoping for the best for your change of outlook/approach!

It can be an ADHD/ASD thing. Managing your tempo can be really hard and its easy to get burnt out.

Take care Jen. I enjoy watching your videos.

Hey JotM, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and feelings. It’s good to talk. Look after You and we’ll see you again soon. All the best Ⓜ️🐚💜

Bless you Jen. You need to do your own stuff with you and your partner you tube can wait till you're ready Jen and do the videos when you're ready. Bless you Jen your videos are brilliant

When Jen's video starts with sitting on a bench near a river with a cup of coffee, you know its not good

Hi Jen, and partner, You must make time for both you and your other half's private lives. That is more important than anything else. You are making absolutely the right decision to reshape the way you make your videos. There are a few ways you could do this, either once a fortnight, or 3 a month giving you one clear week off, or only when you feel like it, making it up as you go along. You could also just do principal stations that have a lot more interest about them. You could tour the oldest working stations. It is true that you currently get to visit places you wouldn't have gone to normally, but at an unhealthy cost to you. Just re think, take your time and pace yourself. We will all still be here for you, whatever you decide. I too have a channel, a little different to yours but still rail orientated, on a much smaller scale, usually made either in my shed ir at my club rooms with an occasional visit somewhere. Quite a lot of the places you visit I will have been to through my last job which literally took me all over the UK. That is why I enjoy your channel as it brings back memories. Take care Jen, Look after yourself. x Jon B.

Please keep them up 😂😂

Bless you Jen. It will be good for you to look at everything in your life and have a fresh perspective. I am sure a different way of making your videos will help you and I will look forward to them all. It will be lovely to choose a nice location and just be there with your camera and enjoy the moment. Take care of yourself Jen xx

The fact you can open up when you are struggling shows amazing character, you have some amazing follows who love you for you and what you bring to KZfaq is you personality the travel is an added bonus. I remember meeting you for the opening day of Dore and Totley station you are so humble and welcoming. I am sure whatever you bring to KZfaq we will follow and watch 🤗

Love your channel Highlight of my Monday We need to do what’s best for you Take time out of needed every fall you get up Stay strong

I really enjoy your videos, Jen. I can imagine it can be stressful as you have become so successful. You do what you need to do and what is best for you.

You among some others have inspired me to do journeys that I'd never thought of doing! Also somewhere along my explorations I'll be more than happy to wave at you from across a crowded platform 😊

i like when you explore around the more interesting stations! please carry on whichever way suits you best.

Good news Jen. We love you being you, looking forward to more of it.

I absolutely get this feeling. I was making a silly webcomic thing a couple of years ago, with multiple posts per day, 7 days a week and while I loved doing it, putting aside 7 or 8 hours a week just to create it was eating into everything else. I was afraid of losing momentum or losing fans by making things easier on myself, but I did it anyway and it made the world of difference. I discovered that people love you for what you put out into the world, not how much of it or how quickly you do it. And I truly hope that you can get back to a better balance soon :)

They are really good, but do them less frequently if that helps. I write books but I now do them less frequently. Fortunately, I don't write them for the money and I think you only really do the videos because you enjoy them, so cut down on them and find time for the other things in life, which are important. Philip Heselton

Good for you . I understand the need to take a break .

Thanks

Take some time to find the right balance, if there's a little longer between films or a little less planned that's all good it will let your personality through more.we'll still be here.

Your videos are fun, sometines daft bt make a lot of us happy, i found yourself, geoff, and nick when i was off work with depression and they made me laugh, you and bryn (i think) are a funny duo, you need to get him a tshirt that says "Jens Coffee Byatch"

Jen - Love you, love your videos, love how you share yourself with us (even though that is a difficult thing to do). Do what ever is comfortable for you with the sure knowledge that we will love your content and especially your wonderful sense of humour.

Jen I always thought the whole point of these videos is us following along with you on your journey. At least that's how I felt. Keep it up, do it how it makes you happy. We just like coming along on the ride 😊 Just think of your camera as one of your friends and take us along on the adventure showing us what makes you happy and shine!

You do you Jen 🎉 good luck, carry on having fun! 🎉I will be waiting for you with excitement you can share thank you 🙏🏻

Good luck Jen. I hope all goes well for you.

Sending so so so much love

From one content creator to another, please. Take your time and only upload if you think you'll enjoy making it. Harry :)

I know exactly where you are coming from. I'm in the same boat as you. Just keep going and find a way. It's hard, but it will be worth it in the long term.

Love your videos Jen. Totally agree with your future plans. You must enjoy what you are doing so carry on at your own pace, Take care and look after yourself.

Thanks for making your videos and being honest about how difficult it is to keep the content coming to feed the algorithm. Easy to see people making loads of money from rebuilding crashed supercars and assume KZfaq is easy money but for a lot of content creators that's not the case. Just keep doing what works for you and we'll keep watching however your content comes.

Still be here for you Jen whatever you need to do please do it, luv & hugs 🙏🏻💜☮️

When I watch one of your videos, I am in my happy place. 💙

I'm excited about your new style of videos - they sound great! But look after yourself and those close to you before any of that. Thanks for posting this video Jen!

Brilliant and heartfelt video Jen, glad you are sticking around.

Always remember to take some well earned breaks Jen. It’s no fun being burned out at all. Your health comes first at the end of the day.

Ah Jen. You're amazing, such heartfelt honesty. Self care is soooo important. You take care. X

Me and SimOn Trains Support You. You need more Coffee :D .

Thank you Jen for sharing your journey with us, however it feels good to you.

Jen, you're amazing and we love your videos! I completely empathise with the million mph vs. zero problem, and it's taken significant events and changes to slow me down, so hoping you'll be able to find the perfect balance soon. All best wishes 😊

Make changes that make you happy. Yeah sure there's the algorithm, but ultimately it's your channel and we follow you for you! We are here for you how ever you change your videos.

Oh, Jen, this sounds even worse when you speak it. But the solutions sound more positive, I can hear your positivity in your words. Concentrate on your relationship, enjoy travelling, and document it however you want to. It will be much better to watch!

Very sad to hear this but hopefully you will continue on making more incredible videos and ignore the negative comments and nasty people who have pushed you over the edge. I understand how you feel Jen.

Jen, Thank you for getting out of bed in the morning and making these video's they are entertaining and informative. I get why this is wearing you down, its a double edged sword it gives you a reason to get out there and have an adventure but at the same time you feel the need to make a video which takes something away from the moment.

As much as I enjoy your videos, your well being is much more important. If it means changing the format, so be it. Please take care of yourself & don't let YT get the better of use. With love & best wishes. Francis x

Keep going Jen, we're all supporting you! Personally love your videos

Jen, I have been watching your videos for ages now. I wish you the best and completely understand. All the best

I appreciate the video you do and always will regardless. :)

Hope you're doing ok.

Carry On Jen. Take small breaks in the week and make notes. You're on a good path, where we viewers wait to see what you’ve got to show us. There will always be potholes and boulders in life, no one escapes. Some will be mirages and disappear when we approach them . Believe me. 🎉❤

Bless you Jen. Hobbies and interests have to stay fun, when they’re not fun and become a chore then like you say time to think. Change the pace and do what you need. But please know an ever growing number of people love watching your stuff. The vids are top notch, so well made and just have a warm and personal feel that we love seeing. ❤

Glad you've identified the issues and are working towards fixing them. However you choose to do it, we will be there!

It seems to be a common theme at the moment that KZfaqrs are struggling. I don't do my channel to earn from it as I'm lucky that I don't need to, but from a personal perspective have been trying to get to 3K watch hours and really finding that hard at the moment. Views going down, but subscriber numbers rising, videos I think that will do well bombing big time and then the odd negative comment. All I can say to anyone in a similar situation is to keep going, work through it and enjoy as long as the good days out recording out number the bad days.

Personally I don't know how you do it. Just travelling to your destination before you even start any recording must take it out of you. Totally get the 'all or nothing' attitude, I'm the same. Hope you are feeling brighter soon! x

Keep doing what you are doing but do something different. Get across to the Isle of Man for the Manx Transport Festival. Short notice as it starts on the 30th July. Vintage trams and steam trains. You will. Love it, well worth the effort.

Whilst taking a break will not solve the issue - there must be places where you are happiest plan a trip there - leave the camera at home and just be in the moment sit watch the world go by. one of my happy journies is to take the open top bus from Bournemouth Rail to Swanage via the Sandbanks chain ferry returning to wareham past corfe castle and a chance to see some steam activity along the way.

Absolutely a great way to approach it. I’m sure we all just want you to enjoy yourself when doing this job.❤ always good to see a happy Jen Also the KZfaq algorithms don’t like channels that take a break.

[hugs] thank you for all the work you do.

Wherever you are and whatever you say, it’s all about personality. Just be yourself and say what you want to say. That made your videos so funny and different. With personality you don’t need to script so much and will leave more space to be you. And that’s why we watch your video’s ❤.

Makes sense to change your approach and get back to something that's fun to do again. We'll keep watching whatever you do.

Please be kind to yourself Your videos and content are fantastic make time for yourself & loved ones. The good thing about railways is they are always there for when you want to enjoy them. From a person who has mental heath struggles themself I know the struggle is real - take care.

Enjoy yourself and see places - a message we should all follow - keep up the good work.

We love you Jen!

good for you!!

Jen your videos are wonderful as always but as you said health comes first so look after yourself and your mental health and you will always produce good videos as always in fact you inspire me to visit new places

Well done you. Stick with it, to work for you, not against you. John😅

I’m here for Jen. I’m here because somehow I hope that when Jen sees my comments she knows that I think her life has great value.

I like your videos. I don't even live in the UK and I never get to ride on trains. So, do what you need to do and stay good but if you wonder if people even care, I do.