I’ve started following you since i just turned 23. And to anyone reading this comment. He’s right!! I’ve been grinding for about two months now. And if you put the work in now it pays off. I traded going out for going to the gym. I gave up the temporary fun for long nights in front of my laptop. I left fancy dinners for cheap dinners at home. It wont sound great but the benefits will come back for you.
Thanks for this. I'm a little over 40 and can promise there will be more than one period of down. Imagine life as peaks and valleys. Often the valleys get even harder as we age, because they are multi-layered. So important to prepare when young for good health, including mental health, so those valleys can be tackled when older. And NEVER claim victory over something like sobriety, etc. The universe could have a surprise in store if you claim victory. Peaks and valleys.
@@averagekxd-_-6218 I mean don't ever let yourself think you can't fall back down again if you're sober. Stay humble. One day at a time. Never claim that you "beat" it because there is no beating it.
I hear you. So many times I claimed victory over a couple of addictions and I have fallen too many times to the same pits(valleys) but one thing I have started doing now is to have accountability partners for my addictions and goals… They help me stay focus but most importantly having a relationship with Jesus Christ has been the best decision I could have made to walk without condemnation even when I stumble or even fall because His grace is sufficient.
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RUclips channel 2 months ago about self development. Now I have 196 subs and almost 82 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
Hi carlos thanks for sharing awesome tips. I started my path to reinventing myself a year ago, I'm now living healthier,confident, stronger, making 6 figures, having leisure to enjoy family and Friends, I feel happier and living my life for myself. This is to encourage someone "you can start anytime to have a reset it's worth it! I'm striving to continue growing cus its s journey
Change your mindset, read self-help books ,expand knowledge, budget and don't spend on impulse, save,take your finances seriously, eat healthy, exercise your body, meditate; the list goes on.... I hope it is useful to you
@@zahorushi2277 I learnt to be frugal,minimal on spending, saving and paying myself first through investing, made plans,growing passive income ,Read a lot of books on finance and followed my plan consistently
I needed to hear this. One year of pure focus. I started getting up everyday at 5 to hit the gym and honestly, as much as I hate it, it’s the only thing in life that feels to be going “right” because it has structure. No matter what happens, I know how my day will start. Thank you for your worlds Carlos ❤️
Your honesty and vulnerability is what makes this video accessible and powerful, which ultimately makes this piece inspirational. You are a breath of fresh a air. Thank you 🙏
What is embarrassing to me is trying to have a whole relationship (boyfriend or girlfriend) when you are sleeping on the couch 🛋️… I did that before and when I look back on it I do not wonder why my life was screwed my priorities were fucked up. I admire you king 👑
God knows I needed to watch this today. I made notes: -Chris is an amazing human being for doing that for you. Keep him close. -I have a routine - the same that you talk about but its not helping my cause -I am starting to focus on creating content with my 9 to 5 -I am ready to be a loser in the short run to get lightyears ahead
Crazy how quick we are to be willing to live with ourselves as liars rather than live with ourselves as failures. It's okay to fail at one thing and work on building another thing more in line with the path - one step at a time like you say! Thanks for sharing. Needed to hear this big time.
This was so on time. Today has shown me so many confirmation that I’m on the right track and it’s only the morning, I’ve been working on my business heavy for the past couple days and I see my friends on boats during the weekend and instead of having fomo I continue to stay focused. In this generation people always say “Spend the money, you’ll make it back” or “Treat yourself” when in reality no one can really afford anything they are doing, it’s a trap and that’s how most people stay broke. Thank you for being motivational, you never know who really need it.
You getting emotional got me emotional I’ve been in such a bad place these past few years and I’m really trying to change and do better and I’m in my late 20s and feel so behind, but I know good things are coming, I keep telling myself and speaking it out
i’m 18, graduated high school last year in may, i feel like i’m at a point where I’m not doing enough but when i see your videos i keep pushing. i am actively looking for work so my 20’s can look something like this & so on. long story short, you inspire me man
Thank u sooooo much I’m a send you video to my SON he is 22 and not doin NOTHING but trying to be a CONTENT CREATOR with NOTHING to SHOW for it!! He is IN his room 24/7! I told him there has to be a BALANCE!! He works PART TIME at Universal 😢😢😢 He has been at this for over 3 YEARS!! With NOTHING to show! I feel he is WASTING his life chasing a DEAD DREAM of what he SEES Someone Else doin!!
Hi, I am French, I am 19 years old and I have been following you for 1 year now, I wanted to say thank you because thanks to your advice I have been able to progress enormously in my life. I was able to build myself a framework and I am learning more and more to take care of myself, be rigorous in my studies and adopt good habits! your videos are inspiring! In addition, your transparency makes your content unique :) Continue, you manage very well!
I'd like to let you know that your content is inspiring and this message you just gave is exactly what I needed to hear. I've been struggling with addiction for years and this past year was the final straw. I lost my job and I hit a true rock bottom. I've tried to change my life countless times but never succeeded. I had to fail to understand exactly what I needed to let go and I'm now 3 months sober and in the best mindset I've ever been in.
I’m 22 I moved back in with my grandmother - embarrassing .. I feel so low now laying in bed sad watching this wanting to roll up .. I’ worked at a daycare but it was weighting on me I didn’t wanna bring my energy in there with those innocent kids now I’m at fed ex it’s cool.. I sometimes don’t even wanna talk be around anyone I don’t have friends I go to work go to school even though I’m doing poorly at the time the semester is ending soon .. it’s crazy I’m in college but still don’t know what I wanna go in for and I have side things I’ve thought about doing real estate for example .. it’s like I’m stuck trying to find the path 😩🥲 I let 5 years go past like nothing … I come home and lay around .. I fucked up 2 cars already and lived in 2 apartments and now I have nothing. I love videos like this it’s inspirational I just struggle with making the shit happen sometimes depression or whatever seems to get me down I talk to a therapist and that’s all ! I need structure peace and love I feel like I pushed everybody away and sometimes it’s even hard for me to talk to my therapist because I feel like she’s tired of hearing about my shit when she herself has a beautiful life to live who am i
I’m 21 and I have the same feeling you have. I have a job but I hate it because the pay is low. I’m in school right now but I don’t really see where it’s taking me. I’m failing most of my courses. I just feel like I’m wasting time. We have to remember that we’re young and our life just started. You got this.
Hey girll, I’m 21 too, going thru a hard time as well. I can really relate to your feelings as well. If you feel like talking to someone to vent or just to take your mind off, then I’d like to get in contact if you feel like. Maybe thru snap, insta or whatever. If not, keep your head up! You’re not alone in this and I faith in you and the rest of people who are going thru this as well 💖✨.
this was more than helpful. being humbled in such a way is confounding because while in the process i ask "why me?" but i also think that discipline is a byproduct of love. being humbled in such a way seems like a way of receiving discipline. the feeling is a catalyst toward our goals. im feeling inspired.
Thank You Bro🔥 I love this shit. Im going through some of the same things. Boutta graduate with no real direction, no place of my own, working a serving job I lied on the paperwork about. Bad work environment. Love the motivation bro, should be a mentor
You've shared parts of your story and your hustle before. But, man, it was the vulnerability in this video that made it more relative to those who are just trying to figure it all out from day-to-day to get to their desired place in life. [ Anybody else catch the way the sun's light shifted in the room as he opened up around the 4:55 mark? It was as if the universe agreed & responded to what came from the heart. ] We may not know "Chris", Carlos, but thank God for him, and (we) thank God for you, dude. Keep inspiring and sharing stories like this!
Bro you have no idea how much I needed this. I started a business last year which kicked off very well. But then I had an accident a week before Christmas and lost everything. When I finish recovering, I’ll be restarting from zero. Everything will be alright. Thanks for sharing this, I hope you keep sharing these type of stuff.
My brother when you were talking about Chris. And you had choked up even at the slightest, I knew it was God shining a light into your space directly on you. Thank you for these Videos. I just hit the follow. The shorts would pop up and I would love the content and forget to look further. I’m glad I have. These videos are to us what Chris was to you in this walk. Bless from the PNW.
Your story sort of lit a fire in me. This is really something, even when you got emotional it resonated with me. I hope to make a completely different life for myself in the next year. I want better for myself and I realise it's now time to just put my head down and do the work!
This isn’t just inspiration but it’s actually a reality check for myself. I’ve learned that structure is one of the essential keys to obtaining your goals. Having a vision is great, but knowing the “steps” is the key. It’s one day at a time as you said bro. Thank you for this! 💪🏾
I needed to hear this. I am a 1st year uni student and suddenly I feel disconnected from my friends because they embrace the #YOLO lifestyle and at times I do feel like a loser but I am gonna work towards my dreams and not give into instant gratification. Much love bro !
Great video fam!!! I Slipped up a bit and got distracted on the partying and hanging around ppl with no life (i live in vegas) so i needed this!....loved the story! Motivation!!
Thank you for your message, really helped me as I’ve been rethinking my journey as of a year of a half. I am going be light years ahead just like your said 💪
First, I appreciate your transparency in sharing your personal journey and overcoming adversity. These life lessons shape us into the people we aim to become. Secondly, I watched the self-care video you posted and immediately realized I needed to improve my game on a few things. Peace and blessings.
This is POWERFUL!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Thank YOU for the transparency & vulnerability that you’ve shown. Men need to see more of this & thank you for showing this.
See this here is a good example of how the people (young people & kids especially) who get "lucky" I'll say, the ones who just have smoother lives than some of the rest of us, they end up in trouble when they encounter the harshness of the world, more-so than the kids who had it real rough. Glad you're doin well & have found yourself a path to develop that character & resilience my guy.
I felt the same way as you bro I walked into a job looking at everybody so miserable even the managers and after that I knew I had to change! I knew I needed change I was going to college but I hated it. So I decided to take a risk and drop out quit my job and start my own online brand! Stopped hanging out with friends that are no longer benefiting me, started prioritizing my time, stopped partying, started smoking a lil more weed lol! But now We good and we are gradually getting better. Love the journey! I live close to edgewater and I tend to walk around there to get motivated by the expensive apartment complexes and the view! Would love to meet someday!
Thanks for sharing this with us man, I guess it wasnt an easy journey but Im glad you've managed to overcome your problems and now you can inspire others to do so too.
This was such a much needed video for me. I feel like with what you said I can really relate to your story.I feel like you and many other black content creators have help me really help a fellow young black man just wonder how if I stay focus, committed, determined, and devoted I can accomplish more and grow up to be very successful. Because of you and many other black content creators I started to be more productive and upload more on TikTok; starting the project 50 series and also starting to upload more on RUclips. Thank you so much for being an eye opener to me and I really appreciate and Thank God for sending me successful black Influencers as mentors.
Bless you for this brother. I just moved to NYC I'm sleeping currently on a pull out couch and I am humbled and grateful for this raw energy. I'm making changes , Lord I THANK you for this direction
I really appreciate your transparency and vulnerability. Thank you for sharing this, oh and btw you are destined for greatness and you're going to make a positive impact in a lot of people's lives.
Thank you for sharing. Factual worlds that i know we will benefit from. Praying for your continued life success! Stay focused and keep achieving your goals!
I needed to hear this… I’ve been so stressed and overwhelmed about where I am headed in life. Thank you for reminding me to just stay in the course and it will all come together. 🤍🙌🏾
How can you not appreciate a vid like this. Been following you for a few months. First off love the content but THIS was so raw real and relatable to all guys. These sit down videos are dope! Hope you do more of these in the future
I needed to hear this today. I’m at a crossroads right now and I need to put structure back into my day so I can make the best decisions for my situation. Thank you!!!!
Thank you for this. I've started following you a few years ago and to see your growth is just amazing. Being able to accomplish the goals that we set for ourselves is super rewarding. I will continue to take notes and apply them to everyday life!
I LOVED WATCHING THIS. I AM ALSO CURRENTLY IN A PLACE WHERE I FEEL VERY CCOMFORTABLE ALMOST STUCK IN THE PLACE I AM IN RIGHT NOW. WORKING A JOB I DON'T LIKE BUT IT HELPS TO PAY THE BILLS SO I JUST KEEP GOING BACK. I NEED TO STRUCTURE MY LIFE JUST THE WAY YOU ARE SAYING AND HOPEFULLY THINGS START TO OPEN UP FOR ME WITH ALL THE IDEAS AND PLANS THAT I HAVE THAT I KEEP PROCRASTINATING ON... GREAT VIDEO!
Bro I been looking for your videos for monnnths after my Instagram got deleted !! Bro this shit kept me sane in the military wishing one day I get out and live a peaceful chill life
Nah you snapped with this one bro. Great to hear your story. We always see the successes and highlights, never hear the struggle it took to get there. You've definitely helped me from a photographer, videographer and influencer standpoint. Keep going bro! We're with you.
Dude u cool. We all fall down but we get up. U are an inspiration to young people. It’s not if u fall but how u get up to go to next level. Enough said
Man that line hit me hard. “If you want long term success, be a loser for a little while.” I immediately had tears of pain but also of realization come out. Being 23 years old and going through a long bout of depression and bad habits I’ve been feeling like all I do is lose. My financials is all over the place, I’m behind in college, work, and I’m not mentally present in my personal life. I’m currently living my parents and I’m thankful that they’re understanding and allowing me to stay while I get on my feet. But I constantly feel ashamed for repeating my bad habits and remaining comfortable in justifying my bad habits. Your video hit me hard but I needed to hear this. I can’t be the change when I’m constantly choosing to remain the same. It’s hard to block out the noise (the partying and other instant gratification but if that what it takes then I’m willing to make the sacrifice and live the in the light that’s at the end of the tunnel. Thank you Carlos for sharing and inspiring us 🙌🏾💪🏾
I really enjoyed this video so much I won’t lie you’ve inspired me to do so much than what I’m doing I’m taking your advice word for word and owning my narrative being the writer & main character of my story love you Carlos & I appreciate you for opening my eyes.❤
Crazy to watch this now being on a similar journey you were on a few years ago. We met one night at a bar in Denton and had a great talk. Then I knew you as the star receiver on my college's football team and humble dude. Watching your journey from then until now is amazing! Thank you for the constant inspiration brother!
I love the message because people don't understand how much going out and partying every weekend is really eating up the time they can be used to accomplish something. Keep doing your thing, your story is inspiring, we all need something to humble us.
I truly enjoy what you shared in this video. I forwarded to a few men in my life that are trying to get back on track. Please continue being a light, the world needs this ♥️🙏🏽 Honoring your transparency
Este video llego en el mometo justo, es un memsaje muy potente el que transmites, en 3 años me veo como alguien que ha alcanzado el Exito, saludos desde Colombia.
Disposition always gives you the best perspective, this is a great testimony that I’m sure a lot of people have gone through this and it’s great that you let people know it takes time and dedication
This video just motivates me man! Life is to short to do something you hate! Why do something you hate when you can become the best at what you love! And you may wonder, what do i really love? You will find it time will tell🙏🏽
I needed that! It was God Sent! I am college athlete at Central State, and choosing to make that temporary sacrifice for the long term success can be lonely at times. I really needed this, I appreciate your content. Keep sharing these testimonies and blessings it is very impactful. 🖤🖤💪🏾
Thank you for this Carlos. Been following you for about a year now. This video is very inspiring, thanks for being so vulnerable. Love, from Montreal Canada.
Proud of you bro and not surprised by your success. When you got called up to Varsity I could see you had a fire inside you and refusal to be average in not just football but anything you did. Not sure what led to your depression at UNT but job well done of being resilient to be the man The Most High created you to be 💪🏾✊🏾
You better preach Young King. You are exactly correct. "Change your mindset"! Another great message to pass to my grandkids especially my grandsons. Keep "pushin" Carlos!! You are a true inspiration!!
Thank you for being authentic and sharing this. We all hit a wall in life sometimes and it’s natural to go into a dark place and give up, but that’s when you need to lift yourself and understand there’s more to life and structure/environment is fundamental.
Thank you! Enjoyed the video & your past to the present future. Keep striving to be the best. God continues to watch over you mentally, physically, emotionally, and financially .🙏🙌🙏🙌
Great video, I’m 24 & the past 5 years I’ve been miserable with not succeeding. That being said, I stuck with the good habits, exercising, reading, listening to the right people, etc & finally I’m in a great spot. Not getting comfortable though - must stay on the path!
Thank you for being vulnerable and opening up about your situation. The first 5 mins you described my scenario, which made me watch the full video. I’m praying for you and that you will continue to be blessed! ❤❤🫶🏾
Boy I need to hear this. Im kinda in the same situation. Being at rock bottom feels terrible and feels like you can't get out. But its gotta happen smh!
Love for this - thank you for being vulnerable, open, and educational. It's through these life stories that many men, and people in general, can combat the external factors that change who we are, and takes us away from our goals. For men especially, it's easy to not be open, and real - thank you again!
Interesting thing , I’m watching this video from Kazakhstan and I realise every word that you said. Thank you for sharing your story and motivating guys like me, cause now, I’m just lost my way, and try to find it again. Thanks bro !
I’ve started following you since i just turned 23. And to anyone reading this comment. He’s right!! I’ve been grinding for about two months now. And if you put the work in now it pays off. I traded going out for going to the gym. I gave up the temporary fun for long nights in front of my laptop. I left fancy dinners for cheap dinners at home. It wont sound great but the benefits will come back for you.
yessir keep it up
You so fine. Like boy you minez.
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Thanks for this. I'm a little over 40 and can promise there will be more than one period of down. Imagine life as peaks and valleys. Often the valleys get even harder as we age, because they are multi-layered. So important to prepare when young for good health, including mental health, so those valleys can be tackled when older. And NEVER claim victory over something like sobriety, etc. The universe could have a surprise in store if you claim victory. Peaks and valleys.
Wym don’t claim thing like sobriety?
@@averagekxd-_-6218 I mean don't ever let yourself think you can't fall back down again if you're sober. Stay humble. One day at a time. Never claim that you "beat" it because there is no beating it.
Should peep Peaks and Valleys by Spencer Johnson
I hear you. So many times I claimed victory over a couple of addictions and I have fallen too many times to the same pits(valleys) but one thing I have started doing now is to have accountability partners for my addictions and goals…
They help me stay focus but most importantly having a relationship with Jesus Christ has been the best decision I could have made to walk without condemnation even when I stumble or even fall because His grace is sufficient.
@@thegenosims I’m on that Audiobook now. Thanks to YT
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RUclips channel 2 months ago about self development. Now I have 196 subs and almost 82 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
Hi carlos thanks for sharing awesome tips. I started my path to reinventing myself a year ago, I'm now living healthier,confident, stronger, making 6 figures, having leisure to enjoy family and Friends, I feel happier and living my life for myself. This is to encourage someone "you can start anytime to have a reset it's worth it! I'm striving to continue growing cus its s journey
Congrats Theresa thanks for encouraging others with your story, I will love to get tips from you too
Change your mindset, read self-help books ,expand knowledge, budget and don't spend on impulse, save,take your finances seriously, eat healthy, exercise your body, meditate; the list goes on....
I hope it is useful to you
@@theresamish1746 &// 6 figs how did you do that?
I'm really tryna improve my perso nal fi nance this year .
@@zahorushi2277 I learnt to be frugal,minimal on spending, saving and paying myself first through investing, made plans,growing passive income ,Read a lot of books on finance and followed my plan consistently
I needed to hear this. One year of pure focus. I started getting up everyday at 5 to hit the gym and honestly, as much as I hate it, it’s the only thing in life that feels to be going “right” because it has structure. No matter what happens, I know how my day will start. Thank you for your worlds Carlos ❤️
Stay focused 🙏🏽
Your honesty and vulnerability is what makes this video accessible and powerful, which ultimately makes this piece inspirational.
You are a breath of fresh a air.
Thank you 🙏
What is embarrassing to me is trying to have a whole relationship (boyfriend or girlfriend) when you are sleeping on the couch 🛋️… I did that before and when I look back on it I do not wonder why my life was screwed my priorities were fucked up. I admire you king 👑
God knows I needed to watch this today. I made notes:
-Chris is an amazing human being for doing that for you. Keep him close.
-I have a routine - the same that you talk about but its not helping my cause
-I am starting to focus on creating content with my 9 to 5
-I am ready to be a loser in the short run to get lightyears ahead
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Crazy how quick we are to be willing to live with ourselves as liars rather than live with ourselves as failures. It's okay to fail at one thing and work on building another thing more in line with the path - one step at a time like you say! Thanks for sharing. Needed to hear this big time.
This was so on time. Today has shown me so many confirmation that I’m on the right track and it’s only the morning, I’ve been working on my business heavy for the past couple days and I see my friends on boats during the weekend and instead of having fomo I continue to stay focused. In this generation people always say “Spend the money, you’ll make it back” or “Treat yourself” when in reality no one can really afford anything they are doing, it’s a trap and that’s how most people stay broke. Thank you for being motivational, you never know who really need it.
Congratulations on your business, wish you nothing but blessings
being depressed did me nothing but trouble. if yiu think about it, you really cant afford being depressed cause u got to pay the bills.
You getting emotional got me emotional I’ve been in such a bad place these past few years and I’m really trying to change and do better and I’m in my late 20s and feel so behind, but I know good things are coming, I keep telling myself and speaking it out
i’m 18, graduated high school last year in may, i feel like i’m at a point where I’m not doing enough but when i see your videos i keep pushing. i am actively looking for work so my 20’s can look something like this & so on. long story short, you inspire me man
Keep going, time is on your side 👊
You got this, one step at a time
Thank u sooooo much I’m a send you video to my SON he is 22 and not doin NOTHING but trying to be a CONTENT CREATOR with NOTHING to SHOW for it!! He is IN his room 24/7! I told him there has to be a BALANCE!! He works PART TIME at Universal 😢😢😢 He has been at this for over 3 YEARS!! With NOTHING to show! I feel he is WASTING his life chasing a DEAD DREAM of what he SEES Someone Else doin!!
Hi, I am French, I am 19 years old and I have been following you for 1 year now, I wanted to say thank you because thanks to your advice I have been able to progress enormously in my life. I was able to build myself a framework and I am learning more and more to take care of myself, be rigorous in my studies and adopt good habits! your videos are inspiring! In addition, your transparency makes your content unique :) Continue, you manage very well!
I'd like to let you know that your content is inspiring and this message you just gave is exactly what I needed to hear. I've been struggling with addiction for years and this past year was the final straw. I lost my job and I hit a true rock bottom. I've tried to change my life countless times but never succeeded. I had to fail to understand exactly what I needed to let go and I'm now 3 months sober and in the best mindset I've ever been in.
I’m 22 I moved back in with my grandmother - embarrassing .. I feel so low now laying in bed sad watching this wanting to roll up .. I’ worked at a daycare but it was weighting on me I didn’t wanna bring my energy in there with those innocent kids now I’m at fed ex it’s cool.. I sometimes don’t even wanna talk be around anyone I don’t have friends I go to work go to school even though I’m doing poorly at the time the semester is ending soon .. it’s crazy I’m in college but still don’t know what I wanna go in for and I have side things I’ve thought about doing real estate for example .. it’s like I’m stuck trying to find the path 😩🥲 I let 5 years go past like nothing …
I come home and lay around .. I fucked up 2 cars already and lived in 2 apartments and now I have nothing.
I love videos like this it’s inspirational I just struggle with making the shit happen sometimes depression or whatever seems to get me down I talk to a therapist and that’s all ! I need structure peace and love I feel like I pushed everybody away and sometimes it’s even hard for me to talk to my therapist because I feel like she’s tired of hearing about my shit when she herself has a beautiful life to live who am i
I’m 21 and I have the same feeling you have. I have a job but I hate it because the pay is low. I’m in school right now but I don’t really see where it’s taking me. I’m failing most of my courses. I just feel like I’m wasting time. We have to remember that we’re young and our life just started. You got this.
Hey girll, I’m 21 too, going thru a hard time as well. I can really relate to your feelings as well. If you feel like talking to someone to vent or just to take your mind off, then I’d like to get in contact if you feel like. Maybe thru snap, insta or whatever.
If not, keep your head up! You’re not alone in this and I faith in you and the rest of people who are going thru this as well 💖✨.
@@mellax.7004 Awwn thanks for reaching out I actually deactivated my socials but I appreciate it.
this was more than helpful. being humbled in such a way is confounding because while in the process i ask "why me?" but i also think that discipline is a byproduct of love. being humbled in such a way seems like a way of receiving discipline. the feeling is a catalyst toward our goals.
im feeling inspired.
Thank You Bro🔥 I love this shit. Im going through some of the same things. Boutta graduate with no real direction, no place of my own, working a serving job I lied on the paperwork about. Bad work environment. Love the motivation bro, should be a mentor
You've shared parts of your story and your hustle before. But, man, it was the vulnerability in this video that made it more relative to those who are just trying to figure it all out from day-to-day to get to their desired place in life. [ Anybody else catch the way the sun's light shifted in the room as he opened up around the 4:55 mark? It was as if the universe agreed & responded to what came from the heart. ] We may not know "Chris", Carlos, but thank God for him, and (we) thank God for you, dude. Keep inspiring and sharing stories like this!
Bro you have no idea how much I needed this. I started a business last year which kicked off very well. But then I had an accident a week before Christmas and lost everything. When I finish recovering, I’ll be restarting from zero. Everything will be alright.
Thanks for sharing this, I hope you keep sharing these type of stuff.
My brother when you were talking about Chris. And you had choked up even at the slightest, I knew it was God shining a light into your space directly on you. Thank you for these Videos. I just hit the follow. The shorts would pop up and I would love the content and forget to look further. I’m glad I have. These videos are to us what Chris was to you in this walk. Bless from the PNW.
Your story sort of lit a fire in me. This is really something, even when you got emotional it resonated with me. I hope to make a completely different life for myself in the next year. I want better for myself and I realise it's now time to just put my head down and do the work!
Over here crying…I remember when I was in my sisters couch . Thank you God!
Damn I really needed to hear this I’m in that dark place now but I’ve started knocking down small goals to help me get to where I want to be in life
I’m in PURE FOCUS mode right now. Thanks for your encouragement. Needed this for today. Definitely connected with me for sure!
This isn’t just inspiration but it’s actually a reality check for myself. I’ve learned that structure is one of the essential keys to obtaining your goals. Having a vision is great, but knowing the “steps” is the key. It’s one day at a time as you said bro. Thank you for this! 💪🏾
I needed to hear this. I am a 1st year uni student and suddenly I feel disconnected from my friends because they embrace the #YOLO lifestyle and at times I do feel like a loser but I am gonna work towards my dreams and not give into instant gratification.
Much love bro !
Just know when you follow your friends path, you will become a real loser
Great video fam!!! I Slipped up a bit and got distracted on the partying and hanging around ppl with no life (i live in vegas) so i needed this!....loved the story! Motivation!!
Thank you for your message, really helped me as I’ve been rethinking my journey as of a year of a half. I am going be light years ahead just like your said 💪
“Doesn’t matter how long it takes as long as you’re getting better every day” This 💛
I felt that in your voice brother keep up the good work and thanks for the advice never skip a step and you will get to where you belong
Trust the process, believe in yourself, *thank you* for the inspiration, and I appreciate the video ⭐️
First, I appreciate your transparency in sharing your personal journey and overcoming adversity. These life lessons shape us into the people we aim to become. Secondly, I watched the self-care video you posted and immediately realized I needed to improve my game on a few things. Peace and blessings.
This is POWERFUL!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Thank YOU for the transparency & vulnerability that you’ve shown. Men need to see more of this & thank you for showing this.
See this here is a good example of how the people (young people & kids especially) who get "lucky" I'll say, the ones who just have smoother lives than some of the rest of us, they end up in trouble when they encounter the harshness of the world, more-so than the kids who had it real rough.
Glad you're doin well & have found yourself a path to develop that character & resilience my guy.
The moment we humble ourselves and accept we dont know everything, and we need to learn. We create the foundation for success.
I love your authenticity ❤ thank you for being venerable on camera.
I felt the same way as you bro I walked into a job looking at everybody so miserable even the managers and after that I knew I had to change! I knew I needed change I was going to college but I hated it. So I decided to take a risk and drop out quit my job and start my own online brand! Stopped hanging out with friends that are no longer benefiting me, started prioritizing my time, stopped partying, started smoking a lil more weed lol! But now We good and we are gradually getting better. Love the journey! I live close to edgewater and I tend to walk around there to get motivated by the expensive apartment complexes and the view! Would love to meet someday!
Thanks for sharing this with us man, I guess it wasnt an easy journey but Im glad you've managed to overcome your problems and now you can inspire others to do so too.
Thanks for the love and support
This was such a much needed video for me. I feel like with what you said I can really relate to your story.I feel like you and many other black content creators have help me really help a fellow young black man just wonder how if I stay focus, committed, determined, and devoted I can accomplish more and grow up to be very successful. Because of you and many other black content creators I started to be more productive and upload more on TikTok; starting the project 50 series and also starting to upload more on RUclips. Thank you so much for being an eye opener to me and I really appreciate and Thank God for sending me successful black Influencers as mentors.
Preach 🙌🏾, very much relatable . thank you for this video 🙏🏾
You moved me in every way. Just hearing your story and how transparent you are about your growth. Thank you
Thanks Carlos. I really appreciate your honesty and message.
Most times in life you learn a hellof alot more from failure, trials, and those valleys than you do from the peaks
Thank you for sharing your experiences, motivation and and positive energy. Love your videos and lifestyle!
Bless you for this brother. I just moved to NYC I'm sleeping currently on a pull out couch and I am humbled and grateful for this raw energy. I'm making changes , Lord I THANK you for this direction
Damn I got emotional when your voice started to break. Cheers Carlos! You've changed my whole mindset & life.
I'm 20 and I've always dreamed big for myself. Just a matter of time before my hard work transforms my life for the better.
I really appreciate your transparency and vulnerability. Thank you for sharing this, oh and btw you are destined for greatness and you're going to make a positive impact in a lot of people's lives.
Thank you for sharing. Factual worlds that i know we will benefit from. Praying for your continued life success! Stay focused and keep achieving your goals!
Carlos, I really appreciate your vulnerability! This is what I needed to keep progressing! Thank you so much! This really means a lot!
I needed to hear this right now. I feel like I’m writing on my structure part. And taking 1 day at a time
I needed to hear this… I’ve been so stressed and overwhelmed about where I am headed in life. Thank you for reminding me to just stay in the course and it will all come together. 🤍🙌🏾
How can you not appreciate a vid like this. Been following you for a few months. First off love the content but THIS was so raw real and relatable to all guys. These sit down videos are dope! Hope you do more of these in the future
i feel so inspired by this!! more of this Carlos. thank you for this and God bless
I needed to hear this today. I’m at a crossroads right now and I need to put structure back into my day so I can make the best decisions for my situation. Thank you!!!!
“im staying on the long term goal and not the instant gratifications of life” 🗣
You are no doubt an inspiration for me. Truly. Thanks for sharing this.
This was so on time! So inspiring. Thank you!
Currently 35 and life has hit a low point but I’m ready for a big change 💪🏽
Thank you for this. I've started following you a few years ago and to see your growth is just amazing. Being able to accomplish the goals that we set for ourselves is super rewarding. I will continue to take notes and apply them to everyday life!
Much love I appreciate the support and best of luck on your journey 🙏🏽
Appreciate you opening up brother. There's power in vulnerability🙏
I LOVED WATCHING THIS. I AM ALSO CURRENTLY IN A PLACE WHERE I FEEL VERY CCOMFORTABLE ALMOST STUCK IN THE PLACE I AM IN RIGHT NOW. WORKING A JOB I DON'T LIKE BUT IT HELPS TO PAY THE BILLS SO I JUST KEEP GOING BACK. I NEED TO STRUCTURE MY LIFE JUST THE WAY YOU ARE SAYING AND HOPEFULLY THINGS START TO OPEN UP FOR ME WITH ALL THE IDEAS AND PLANS THAT I HAVE THAT I KEEP PROCRASTINATING ON... GREAT VIDEO!
Bro I been looking for your videos for monnnths after my Instagram got deleted !! Bro this shit kept me sane in the military wishing one day I get out and live a peaceful chill life
Carlos, you dont know how important this type of video is... Really, you change lifes bro! Love you from the heart...
Nah you snapped with this one bro. Great to hear your story. We always see the successes and highlights, never hear the struggle it took to get there. You've definitely helped me from a photographer, videographer and influencer standpoint. Keep going bro! We're with you.
Thank you for creating this video Carlos! You are not alone and you made me relate a lot.
Dude u cool. We all fall down but we get up. U are an inspiration to young people. It’s not if u fall but how u get up to go to next level. Enough said
Man that line hit me hard. “If you want long term success, be a loser for a little while.” I immediately had tears of pain but also of realization come out. Being 23 years old and going through a long bout of depression and bad habits I’ve been feeling like all I do is lose. My financials is all over the place, I’m behind in college, work, and I’m not mentally present in my personal life. I’m currently living my parents and I’m thankful that they’re understanding and allowing me to stay while I get on my feet. But I constantly feel ashamed for repeating my bad habits and remaining
comfortable in justifying my bad habits.
Your video hit me hard but I needed to hear this. I can’t be the change when I’m constantly choosing to remain the same. It’s hard to block out the noise (the partying and other instant gratification but if that what it takes then I’m willing to make the sacrifice and live the in the light that’s at the end of the tunnel.
Thank you Carlos for sharing and inspiring us 🙌🏾💪🏾
Carlos bro you don't understand how bad I personally needed this. I TRULY needed to hear this. Thank you 🙏🏾
I love the vulnerability in this video. Thank you for sharing this bro and just opening up in general
I really enjoyed this video so much I won’t lie you’ve inspired me to do so much than what I’m doing I’m taking your advice word for word and owning my narrative being the writer & main character of my story love you Carlos & I appreciate you for opening my eyes.❤
❤ I really appreciate this video! What a great way to start the morning with true motivation from your inspirational video! Thank you!❤
Crazy to watch this now being on a similar journey you were on a few years ago. We met one night at a bar in Denton and had a great talk. Then I knew you as the star receiver on my college's football team and humble dude. Watching your journey from then until now is amazing! Thank you for the constant inspiration brother!
Man I am just 16 years old but really thank you
bro you are pure motivation god bless you more ❤ love your videos you keep people going and never give up much love and success to you brother
I love the message because people don't understand how much going out and partying every weekend is really eating up the time they can be used to accomplish something. Keep doing your thing, your story is inspiring, we all need something to humble us.
I truly enjoy what you shared in this video. I forwarded to a few men in my life that are trying to get back on track. Please continue being a light, the world needs this ♥️🙏🏽 Honoring your transparency
Este video llego en el mometo justo, es un memsaje muy potente el que transmites, en 3 años me veo como alguien que ha alcanzado el Exito, saludos desde Colombia.
Disposition always gives you the best perspective, this is a great testimony that I’m sure a lot of people have gone through this and it’s great that you let people know it takes time and dedication
You're authentic and honest, thank you for helping others find themselves 🌸
This video just motivates me man! Life is to short to do something you hate! Why do something you hate when you can become the best at what you love!
And you may wonder, what do i really love?
You will find it time will tell🙏🏽
I needed that! It was God Sent! I am college athlete at Central State, and choosing to make that temporary sacrifice for the long term success can be lonely at times. I really needed this, I appreciate your content. Keep sharing these testimonies and blessings it is very impactful. 🖤🖤💪🏾
Thank you for this Carlos. Been following you for about a year now. This video is very inspiring, thanks for being so vulnerable. Love, from Montreal Canada.
Proud of you bro and not surprised by your success. When you got called up to Varsity I could see you had a fire inside you and refusal to be average in not just football but anything you did. Not sure what led to your depression at UNT but job well done of being resilient to be the man The Most High created you to be 💪🏾✊🏾
You better preach Young King. You are exactly correct. "Change your mindset"! Another great message to pass to my grandkids especially my grandsons. Keep "pushin" Carlos!! You are a true inspiration!!
Thank you for being authentic and sharing this. We all hit a wall in life sometimes and it’s natural to go into a dark place and give up, but that’s when you need to lift yourself and understand there’s more to life and structure/environment is fundamental.
Thank you! Enjoyed the video & your past to the present future. Keep striving to be the best. God continues to watch over you mentally, physically, emotionally, and financially .🙏🙌🙏🙌
Great video, I’m 24 & the past 5 years I’ve been miserable with not succeeding. That being said, I stuck with the good habits, exercising, reading, listening to the right people, etc & finally I’m in a great spot. Not getting comfortable though - must stay on the path!
Thank you for being vulnerable and opening up about your situation. The first 5 mins you described my scenario, which made me watch the full video. I’m praying for you and that you will continue to be blessed! ❤❤🫶🏾
Boy I need to hear this. Im kinda in the same situation. Being at rock bottom feels terrible and feels like you can't get out. But its gotta happen smh!
Thank you for this reminder. Nothing is ever permeant - everything is temporary.
It’s insane how this was my first time seeing this video and it randomly showed up on my feed at the perfect time!
Currently in this season and it’s been embarrassing for myself almost ashamed. Thank you for this bro, definitely on time. God bless you fam.
Glad I could help bro! Stay focused!
Every young man should watch this. Powerful
Love for this - thank you for being vulnerable, open, and educational. It's through these life stories that many men, and people in general, can combat the external factors that change who we are, and takes us away from our goals. For men especially, it's easy to not be open, and real - thank you again!
Interesting thing , I’m watching this video from Kazakhstan and I realise every word that you said. Thank you for sharing your story and motivating guys like me, cause now, I’m just lost my way, and try to find it again. Thanks bro !
Thank you Carlos, this was very much needed ❤
As a fellow bald man, I aspire to be more like you. Glad you popped up in my recommendations. Keep up the good work 💪