Why I'm Starting to Document My Life

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Күн бұрын

Lately I've been thinking about what it means to document our lives and the purpose of it.
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0:00 Introduction
1:10 Purpose Pt I
2:06 Ways to Document
4:57 Purpose Pt II
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@bdinaravideo Жыл бұрын

I can absolutely relate to this. I spent last year filming something every day. A short video a day, 10-60 seconds. By the end of the year, I compiled everything into one big video. Nothing groundbreaking was in that video because most of the time it was my desk, or the same park, same shops. But thanks to those videos, the year 2022 exists in my records. I started this daily habit after realizing that I remembered nothing about 2021. An entire year fell off from my memory, I still can't recall anything from that year. It got lost between 2020 and 2022. So, yes. Make memories. Even if you're broke or don't travel anywhere, make memories. Record your life, take photos and videos, write down your thoughts. Your parents will age, your friends will go separate ways, you will grow and be different. Make memories of your favorite people, places and activities because that is your life. Subscribed to your channel. Love the videos, they look and sound beautiful!

@jamk2668 Жыл бұрын

It's more beneficial to train yourself to remember key moments...otherwise you're simply remembering the video of the moment as opposed to the moment itself. Videos will never be able to capture the feeling one receives from memories. The purpose is to actively push yourself to constantly remain entirely present.

@bdinaravideo Жыл бұрын

@@jamk2668 That's a good point. I think memories form when something unusual happens in our life. But sometimes we just go through periods mundane days and weeks that look the same. We go to the same places and do the same things. In that case, it's harder to make any distinguishing memories. What you're saying is right. It's better to remember something rather than record it. But a record can also work as a reminder of something that happened, it can evoke feelings.

@wildfoodietours6702 10 ай бұрын

You described it beautifully. Make memories no matter how big or small that you can one day look back on and smile.

@shraddhawaigaonkar9983 7 ай бұрын

Agree with you so much! I dont recall anything from many years spent and i wish i documented that..

@NicoleWhitehall 7 ай бұрын

So well said.

@JakeFrew 3 жыл бұрын

My god this was beautiful. Thank you so so much for making this and sharing these thoughts. I've got some changes to make 🙏

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

ahh thank you Jake!! here's to more intentional living 🙌🏼

@angelolizares4758 Жыл бұрын

@@LifeOfRiza I knew it you both had something in common. Watching your videos had me to think about why this feels familiar like that of Jake Frew's work which I am a big fan of, keep it up Riza!

@huystudio888 26 күн бұрын

I not only enjoyed this video, but I'm also captivated by this girl. Her depth and sensitivity are truly alluring.

@NicoleWhitehall 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this. I used to journal quite a bit as a kid, but transitioned to digital journaling for speed. You’re right - it does take time, but it’s time well spent. I just ordered a physical journal today. I can’t wait to dive back in.

@moolissa 2 ай бұрын

that one shot of the dust particles?? idk why it made me feels so nostalgic, better than a movie I love this video so much; that the intentional creation of these media will give us something meaningful to look back on. I made a couple bad vlogs in 2021 and stopped because they weren’t getting any views… and then rediscovered them recently and literally made me tear up. It put me back in that time of my life when I was still living at home, when my childhood dog was still alive, when I would go out on mini adventures by myself. I never realized how meaningful those silly videos would be to me in the future, and this video perfectly encapsulates why everyone should document their life in some aspect or another. Much love!! ❤

@dianaalvarado1208 Жыл бұрын

Just graduated college and this video really resonated with me. Time feels like it’s passing by so quickly and I want to do everything I can do savor the beautiful moments :,) thank you for sharing this Riza - I’m so glad I found your videos and I hope more people find them too, this felt like watching a coming of age film

@themaxtax5803 Жыл бұрын

i resonated with so much of this -- i think documenting can allow us to honor our past self and celebrate the messiness and mistakes we might make along the journey. and having some way to see how you've grown can encourage you to keep moving when times get tough

@heyitsmariabanana 11 ай бұрын

This is beautiful

@ktkthakre Жыл бұрын

I don't know why this made my heart heavy... It just did! I guess at some point in time you think that 'there is something missing'.... Yes... YOU are missing... Instead of scrolling through apps, start looking back at the photos and videos you have... It makes you realise that life DOES go by quickly... And Riza... Already Subscribed 😊... I'm blown away by the calmness and the quality of the video...

@bailaaronovski5951 Жыл бұрын

Dear Riza I'm 86 years old I loved your videos and photos continue your work and good look always.🥰

@restymacalisang 10 ай бұрын

My journal entries, the videos I took, the photos I save aren’t meaningless. Thank you Riza! I am going to share them starting now and i will document my life.

@jamesrichards2304 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been talking and thinking about the process of documenting my life for a long time and started to do so in video format recently! So great to see so many people coming to a collective realisation to just start doing this for themselves but also to share with others 😊❤️

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

It's so freeing and definitely worth the effort! 💛

@elli8134 2 жыл бұрын

hey, I'm 14 but I wish I had seen this earlier, I would really love to do this. Your right, life comes by quickly and I really appreciate this video thankyouu.

@yessiiits3116 2 жыл бұрын

This is soOo beautiful!! ❤✨ You make me realize if documenting our life isn't just about nostalgic the past, but also about how we always remember for all of kindness and amazing things that happen in our life, so that at our lowest phase, we have a reason to stay and survive. Thank you so much Riza for this magical video.

@LifeOfRiza 2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully said! Agreed 💛💛

@jamie1879 2 жыл бұрын

I've been meaning to print out my photos from my early years.... Watching this video reminded me that I need to do ASAP.... I also enjoy journaling my life experiences

@emiliepham_ 3 жыл бұрын

I’m always excited when you make a new video, feels like Christmas every time! In a world where you feel like you can always do more, it’s very soothing to hear that we actually have the time (and should take the time) to pause and cherish what we’re living now! 100% guilty of piling up memories on cloud storage but will definitely work on making these physical now 💛

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

it's soo worth it! we live in such a fast paced world but i'm starting to be more intentional with time. 💛

@rachylewis Жыл бұрын

Discovering your videos is my favourite thing I've done this week 😍

@TazFW Жыл бұрын

The atmosphere in these videos is so relaxing, it's nice to see someone be so open about something that I've been struggling with. I've started documenting and will see where it leads. Look forward to the new videos

@HollyJaneYT 2 жыл бұрын

I'm starting to do the same, mainly through video. What pushed me to do this was the two cancer diagnoses, alongside turning 30. I'm possibly having a quasi-mid-life crisis and I'm beginning to realise that I'm definitely going to die at some point. Is it this decade? Is it the next? Documenting, like you say, really helps me to be intentional with the time that I have. You articulated this so beautiful in this video. Thank you, I needed it

@aengeleur 3 жыл бұрын

she’s inspiring me to change my life and I’ll be forever grateful.

@mjordan812 Жыл бұрын

And yes, it does go fast - I'm pushing 78 and there are gaps in my memories - mainly due to just not taking notes. Days tend to blur into an amorphous mass without definition. I need to work on that - thanks for the reminder.

@annamli.studio 3 жыл бұрын

I've literally come across this same thought recently. This is very personal and relatable, you've just put it beautiful into words and visuals for us, thanks so much for sharing

@beautynthebean 5 ай бұрын

this is exactly why i film my morning every day!!!

@joedilla Жыл бұрын

I find it so true that we think some things are limitless in our lives. I've been having this thought often since life has been getting better for me. Love the content Riza!

@merzasison Ай бұрын

I can’t believe how long i’ve been missing out on this. I love documenting everything in life especially about my kids and have always loved the nostalgic feeling that a printed photo gives but haven’t touched my instax printer for so long coz of how expensive the films are. Thanks for including everything you use in your videos in the description, not everyone does that and it goes to show how much dedication and effort you put in everything you do which in my opinion, results to perfection! I am so glad that I stumbled upon your videos and can’t stop watching all of it, even rewatching them. You have inspired me in so many ways and have definitely learned a lot just when I really needed it! Much love and so proud to know that you’re also a Filipina. Keep it up and continue to inspire ♥️

@martinj.nicolas1030 3 жыл бұрын

Always seems like we're so aligned, I also just recently started to realize the importance of documenting the fleeting moments in our lives and this video was just another affirmation to continue to do it!! Your videos are always such a breath of fresh air, thanks for sharing Kariza 🙏

@q4short Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the thought and care put into your video creations. I'm a fan of our work

@Z0mBiEzZ1 3 жыл бұрын

Love the style of this video, and that excerpt hit me right in the feels. Life does feel limitless especially when you're young. Keep up the amazing work!

@jamie1879 2 жыл бұрын

This was such a beautiful video Riza. Thank you for sharing it with us

@rozesntea Жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I needed, thank you for putting words to my feelings lately.

@fibi7891 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, KZfaq, for putting this vid in my recommended section.

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

hope you enjoyed it! 💕

@reneehannah4613 2 жыл бұрын

This is great! I am on my own journey to do this too. It’s so easy to just feel like you’re being swept along in this social media saturated age, but definitely Choosing to be more considered about what you let into your life is definitely a big game changer.

@Anitafilmsvideos 11 ай бұрын

I am soo grateful to come across this video! Previously, I only filmed to post the video on youtube but this has encouraged me to start filming stuff for me, just to have some documentation (not posting it cause its personal). I am also usually the kind of person to look through albums and feel happier. One of my friends from school shot some videos during our last picnic in high school, I still go back to it to have a few laughs. So I am going to have it all documented, so that I have something to look back on when times get tough. I love your videos Riza! I only found your videos this month but I've watched almost all videos and some of them even multiple times, the quality of your videos are amazing! I am inspired to make my videos look better and to put in more efforts!

@iammiayeung Жыл бұрын

I love this. And just when you got me thinking I should get back into journaling like I've been saying, my partner came in with a blank journal I bought earlier this year and forgot about. Thank you for this!

@mensa7190 3 жыл бұрын

love as always!!

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

totally agree! 💕

@n.9310 Жыл бұрын

Seeing this today (10/16/2022) makes me feel seen. I'm now inspired to start taking more photos and writing/journaling a bit more before my adult years. Thanks a lot.

@stevenhkim 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that excerpt was absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

@checreates Жыл бұрын

Yay thank you for this Riza, the quote you shared stopped me in my tracks!! I love these life thought type videos… I tend to think I’m the only one who thinks so deeply, so making videos of my thoughts seems like a sweet way to connect, and yet also capture myself in time as you shared here. Kind of live journaling :)) appreciate your thoughtful content so much, you made a subscriber outta me!! 🥰🥰

@chebbimaram2664 Жыл бұрын

finding your channel is the best thing that happened to me these days, you make me want to live and enjoy being present, thank you for existing💞

@Kaito4597 9 ай бұрын

You are so inspiring! Thank you so much. Please keep making videos. Watched one of your videos and can't stop watching them all.

@thelegendarychicken8831 Жыл бұрын

About to head to SF for an internship from Toronto, Canada, and in the storm of emotions I am feeling with the uncertainty of flying alone for the first time and being in a completely new place alone, I found your videos. Thank you so much Riza, these videos have been comforting and they have been very insightful in capturing what I have been feeling recently.

@tyronecallahan Жыл бұрын

I’m binging some of your videos after KZfaq put you in my feed. You have a real skill and talent! Thank you for sharing your videos.

@pornessianparrapio Жыл бұрын

your video sparked something in me, will start documenting my life from now on and.. I'll remember this afternoon and your video everytime i journal / take videos :)

@RockinGirlx93 Жыл бұрын

Same. Pictures are a freeze of moments and people. Feels like you can go back in time by looking at them. The video is beautifully made

@LENAA 3 жыл бұрын

your videos are always such a joy to watch - so well made and inspiring. thank you 💓

@nastaeyah Жыл бұрын

Riza, thank you so much for sharing your ideas. I don't know, it's so different for me comparing to other youtube channels. I don't want to compare actually, I just find your channel really really special. I literally smile when I watch your videos. Thank you!!!

@CarrieSim Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this and making the time to document your act of documenting. I've been feeling this at the back of my mind... that I'm sitting on archiving and trying to only create videos and photos that have a purpose. You put it so eloquently and beautifully that some things we do without a clear purpose in the moment, but it will have one in time. That was incredibly inspiring. :) P.S: I was so moved I shed tears watching this all the way to the end.

@tygokygo8026 11 ай бұрын

I love your content. There is a feeling of purity and refreshness that is inspiring. Your voice also provide that calmness too.

@huda_husna Жыл бұрын

So wholesome🥰 my heart feels full just from watching this. All the things you said really spoke to me. Thanks for reminding me how beautiful and precious life is. Well, time to appreciate every little things that life brings✨💜

@kimbtv3808 3 жыл бұрын

This was soooo soothing and cinematic 🥺It felt like I was watching a movie 🎥🤎

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

thank you! 🥺💕

@abbiedesu Жыл бұрын

Ordinary days and moments also sparks. Take videos and photos of everything. It is the same for me because I really like to take alot of videos and photos.

@jsin4774 10 ай бұрын

I recently started to do the same when it comes to documenting my life. It's more intimate when you're able to see and hold an object whether it be a pen, pencil, or photos in a photo album. We use our sense of sight and feelings of touch to interact with our other senses. It's part of what makes us feel alive. Thank you for sharing.

@annabeatrizjordao4786 8 ай бұрын

This is so inspiring. Thank you so much for creating your channel and sharing you art! ❤

@olesiameroniuk9430 5 ай бұрын

Thank you ! Your video moved coming in my heart.

@KristerAnne 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting into words what many of us is feeling and experiencing. I just love how you make videos!

@iamzoesunshine 2 жыл бұрын

You are speaking to me through so many levels. I love what you're doing. I see you and it's beautiful. Thank you for sharing. 🙏🙏💖☀️🌺

@LifeThruGaming 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS! Sharing those moments later on are the best!!

@tolulope.j Жыл бұрын

I started journaling recently, and I don’t miss it. It seems like a wasted day if I don't. I love the idea of the photo album and videos too - I want to get a decent camera first though.

@anastasiyaritz 9 ай бұрын

made me cry. Realizing how fast life goes by, we must appreciate every minute of it

@trantrongthang1692 11 ай бұрын

I hope u release these as podcasts too, as its quite comforting listen to ur video when i got time alone

@et223 Жыл бұрын

This video is gonna make me cry. I'm 27 now. And I don't have a proper archive of my life. I switched through many phones and laptops and moved houses in the past years and now the only archives I have are some pictures on Google Photos and on IG stories. You're so right, about how some years just fall off our memories. Going to start archiving myself properly. Thanks Riza!

@jahzielpoh Жыл бұрын

This is such a beautiful video. Thank you so much for sharing!

@Widadjee 3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I found your channel! You have such a unique and lovely way of filming, editing, talking and just.. 'being' :). Keep going!!

@AnjKalma Жыл бұрын

i vlog my life as well, not really fancy, the process is very low maintenance because most of my videos are taken from my phone. i don't really talk on my vlogs, i just point on something i want to capture. i do this on a monthly basis as well so that when i am sad, i just watch them and see how far i have become.

@klarissemonje4734 4 ай бұрын

I love your vlog Riza. I love how you tell your life stories, and I love how you film your videos. Thanks youtube for showing me her videos. :)))More love ..

@faizafairooz5853 3 жыл бұрын

I love your energy, voice,beauty,calmness,presentation, mindset, video quality, everythinggggg ❣️❣️❣️

@joshuamendoza9772 Жыл бұрын

I needed to hear this. I needed to see this. Thank you

@fidel3497 11 ай бұрын

Aesthetic Queen! ❤

@bonvivantlifestyle 9 ай бұрын

I am so at peace watching these videos. You’re amazing. Keep it up.

@gujonabjorkorbjarnardottir7120 8 ай бұрын

This is so beautiful and I relate so deeply. You have such a great talent for filming and storytelling :)

@FlorianCoeman 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos have such a great vibe to them! I love it.

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

thanks so much Flo! 😊

@chloebelled.guinto4838 2 жыл бұрын

I just came across this video and man was that beautiful. I want you to know you've rekindled a part of me that wants to take things slower and be more intentional. I hope you're doing well. Much love from the Philippines.

@Shishistaria 3 жыл бұрын

Thanx alot . Ive been meaning to document my life but i thought that it has to be perfect pictures or perfect edited videos. I was thinking to much but you made me see it much clear. Be blessed love😍😍✨✨

@pranayrl 9 ай бұрын

inspiring, will continue journaling and documenting my life more intentionally and live life through moments of each day more gratefully and purposefully.

@nicapoletti 3 жыл бұрын

this is magestic, i can relate so much, i'll document my life from now on, i loved your content and im about to follow you on every platform, keep it up! cheers from argentina

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

yay! it'll be worth it when you look back on it :)

@ironisrich3010 10 ай бұрын

man.. these soundtracks are influencing my mood and perspective on the thoughts!

@bycounterpart 3 жыл бұрын

you are beyond inspiring, kariza - we can't wait to see more of your world! ✨

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

love you guys :')

@moneshsutar Жыл бұрын

Recently I was thinking the same and your video inspired to document my life more. As Every moment every second as it only comes once, once gone then gone. We'll never be this young as we are now at this point in time by age. And ya documenting daily life mundane task may seem worthless now but definitely down the line after years when we read them and think about life we all would be glad that we document it!!

@Vadimoo2 Ай бұрын

Her channel is true art❤️❤️❤️ She’s a genius 💛

@mjunalivia 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Riza I’m a new subscriber ❤ i love your inspiring videos. Makes me emotional a little. Looking forward to your next amazing videos. God Bless your work 😇💜

@dennysworld777 5 ай бұрын

I loved this video. It's so honest and beautiful. Keep going like that. 👍🏻😊💖

@atanacio76 6 ай бұрын

It feels like watching a documentary or a movie. Thanks you. I felt like I wanted to learn from you.

@lsampaongoen7584 Жыл бұрын

What a great video thank you for sharing - this really resonates with me right now x

@Monicaborja48 11 ай бұрын

I really loved this video, you inspire me to document my life too

@kwesiab8314 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video, really loved the style of this video & the excerpt. Subscribed!

@GraceYocum 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely love this 🙌

@filmfauxtos 3 жыл бұрын

love how cinematic and structured your videos are! I started journalling again this week funnily enough but i defo want to start printing more photos again too

@LifeOfRiza 3 жыл бұрын

definitely getting back to more analog forms of documenting 👌🏼

@RachelSchell 8 ай бұрын

I’ve been filming videos of my daily life everyday for the last 759 and looking back on those videos is so beautiful ☺️

@Snalle Жыл бұрын

I totally feel you on this. 6 months ago I bought a Polaroid camera and a notebook because I had the same exact desire.

@itsmahree 2 жыл бұрын

i saw you in matt d'avella's subscriptions and i dont understand how you dont have more views.. your videos are so beautiful and well made.. very inspiring 🤍🤎🖤

@itsmahree 10 ай бұрын

1 year and 200k+ subscribers later. you did it, riza! ✨

@Wreklessink 2 жыл бұрын

aaaamaaaaaazing!!!! loved it loved the quote ...wow .

@canvinguyen 3 жыл бұрын

Ahh I love the way this video was put together ❤❤

@itsvernicekho Жыл бұрын

i am so inspired with how you create your content! love it!!

@jiioo1071 9 ай бұрын

crying. in tears. relatable.

@EricFosterMedia Жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video about your video process. These shots look effortless but I know what each one requires, and the time it takes to set these up. Your work is so good that I'm curious if your process differs from the norm. Thanks again, and since I know you're still going (and seemingly doing well) I won't wish you "good luck," instead I'll wish you more room for thought.

@olmtx 2 жыл бұрын

i love this! so inspiring. thank you for sharing

@WilliamRandomUploads 8 ай бұрын

Tried searching for documenting my life inspiration and came across your video, love it

@crazymexicandope Жыл бұрын

Watching your videos makes me feel like i'm playing a Life is Strange game haha. amazing aesthetic, production quality, and life lessons. 10/10 keep up the good work