"You can have a good time in your head. It doesn't have to be hell." Something I didn't even know I badly needed to hear. This is only the third video of yours I've watched but you're already teaching me more healthy coping mechanisms than I learned in 3 years of therapy in my teens.
Seriously, you explain things better than some therapists and professors I’ve had. This kind of advice only comes from someone who’s genuinely “been there.”
I stumbled on your channel a few weeks ago and I love them. The fact that you're not trying to be some sort of all knowing self help whatever is really nice. It's just one human trying to help other flawed humans grow. Much love
I never understood imposter syndrome until today. I cried because I feel like I don’t deserve my current job and soon they’ll find out I really can’t do graphic design and print jobs. The evident success exercise is a really good idea because it forces me to think about what I can do, what my strengths are, and how I can use that to my advantage. I’ll be sure to do this often, and it’ll probably even help me sleep better at night.
really struggling at the min, i like to bottle things up and just help everyone elses problems apart from own this video give me alot of understanding and deep thought thank you
I'm South African and I've been following you for a couple months. Initially found you while searching for art videos, but I really enjoy the diversity of your content. I'm a lifelong quadriplegic (I have cerebral palsy) and because I'm goal-oriented and stubborn, people tend to call me inspirational. I cringe inwardly every time, because my imposter syndrome is like, "You've fooled all these people and you don't deserve their praise." So yeah, this was a very relatable video. Keep 'em coming.
I find a lot of people also idealise people that they are inspired by. Idealisation, as well as objectification, is one way people can (inadvertently) dehumanise other people. So that awestruck feeling you pick up from other people may also be because you think that they are not seeing the real you, I.e. they don't see you as a real person, I.e. dehumanising you. At least, that may be your perception. Of course, maybe they do see you as a real person and that's why they are inspired. Often the most inspirational people are people that others can relate to, while still doing something those people admire and aspire to
I've been vaguely aware of the concept of creating new pathways in the brain for some time, but that metaphor was really effective. I actually think you could produce a really engaging mental health series for kids / teenagers. Love the content
I actually had the same thought, I wanted to show this to my 12 year old because it’s relatable but funny, the bucket of shit with diamonds I know will make her laugh and also think
Oh yes, agreed. I think some stuff geared toward younger people would be amazing. It's so much more helpful to learn these kinds of things when you're still growing and learning about yourself in the formative years than when those negative ideas have sort of cemented. You have to use much more effort to break through when you're older and the negative thoughts feel like facts. I'm sure it would be helpful to kids and teens to see this.
Yes!! I was thinking while watching this one, that these videos should be required for teenagers! I’m forwarding them all to my 23 year old artist daughter who struggles with all of these issues (cough, cough, as I do too!). These videos are way more than 70%!!
I just want to let you know I keep coming back to this video. I have actually been doing this exercise (both part 1 and part 2) everyday since December. The best part is looking through all the reasons from part 2 when you're dealing with impostor syndrome. When we're dealing with negative emotions, it can consume all our focus and we tend to forget the good things that happened, even if it was just yesterday. Reminding yourself all the good you did previously really helps you feel a lot better about yourself. I REALLY RECOMMEND THIS EXERCISE TO EVERYONE
You have changed my life, I came for the fun drawings and stayed for the way you tackle life I just what to say thank you for your inspirational videos and a big thumbs up 👍🏻
This is the MOST helpful video I have ever seen on the imposter syndrome and I can’t BEGIN to thank u enough! I am going to begin the exercises today and I have a very strong feeling my bowls of shit will have diamonds in them soon! I have been working on myself FOR YEARS with a lot of bowls of shit coming forth. I am READY FOR MY DIAMONDS TO BEGIN TO APPEAR!
Sometimes even after a long time making mainly diamonds the Shit and Diamonds machine WILL spit out a bucket of shit. DON'T give up at this point, just move past it and keep going.
Nice job, you explained this do well. I had to end a relationship i was in because she was fuelling imposter syndrome within me. If I had an amazing day, she would focus on something I should have done better. It was like my best was never good enough. This was a person who claimed to love me yet the only person who couldn't see my diamond.
Omg thank you so much!!! I have 3 essays due and grades are in today and a part of why I’ve been struggling is because my professor keeps describing my essays as “thoroughly excellent“ or the best essay he’s read on that topic or the best he’s received by far from the class/whole course and is constantly talking about how high my writing quality is so now whenever I’m writing these I’m so stressed about whether or not it will fit his standards or he’ll be like “oh man guess you actually kinda suck” because I feel like those were really flukes and not even of my doing and all of my current pieces are so bad they’re not even close to even being passable (and actually thank you for all the videos like this that you make -I’ve rewatched & sent the perfectionism one to so many of my friends who now constantly refer to it when speaking about how they managed to get something done and find it super helpful!!)
It’s been a year or so since first watching this, and your metaphor completely uprooted my self criticism. Been making more “diamonds” and started getting commissions. I appreciate you and your voice sfm
Way to answer the question I was left with after therapy yesterday. Thank you for all that you do! You're not an impostor - your videos genuinely help me (and many, many others). Ta!
For once the RUclips recommendations have served up a real diamond. I've watched about 10 of your videos in the last 24 hours, and I really hope more people find your work. Thank you so much for the thoughtful, honest advice - it's relatable and practical, and not just quick fix nonsense. Thanks Campbell!
I'll not lie. This video absolutely made me cry, BUT NOT IN A BAD WAY. I've, without a doubt, beaten myself down for years, despite so many good things and people coming into my life. It's gone on so long that I fear the negative image of myself is starting to become the image that others see in me, rather than the me they used to see. I've literally hated everything about myself for so long, even though I tried to do something about it. Doing these excercises may just be what I needed, even if they're just a nudge in the right direction. And yes, absolutely, keep doing these types of videos. You, your content, and everything you put out is amazing. Don't let anyone, or yourself, let you think otherwise.
We've been on a relatively similar trajectory. I was only on around 10K Subs this time last year, and have also had somewhat of a glow up. I've been watching your videos for quite some time now and will always drop what I'm doing when you post. Your work is more often than not a highlight of my week. I don't want to give too much credit to you though and trigger your imposter syndrome, I just feel like we've had some similar experiences in life and I often connect strongly with what you're saying. You're a few steps ahead of me on many of life's paths, and so find your insight extremely valuable. Your videos and advice are like small window into my own future and I really appreciate you going through the effort of sharing your thoughts and experiences.
This is the way to be on RUclips. True to your audience. It feels really different from your first videos. You have become so much truer. I hope there were videos more often. I love them. And I do not draw.
We’re all just trying to do our best. You’re an awesome human, and your channel gives people a lot of hope. This wonderful corner of the internet makes a lot of people feel less alone. Keep doing what you’re doing - we’re here for it and you!
For the last few years, I've been struggling with Imposter Syndrome in my work, resulting in me being jobless right now, and Self-Sabotage in my romantic relationships. I've been going to counselling for over a year now and although my head-space isn't nearly as dangerous as it had been, I have never been able to push past Imposter Syndrome in particular. Plus, most "motivational, life coach" channels are people who I can't relate to, who seem to be outside looking in at saying "well, all you need to do is feel better about yourself" Thank you so much for tackling the issues that so many people wrestle with in a relatable, genuine way. One of the worst things about having something like Imposter Syndrome is going day to day, looking around and wondering if other people feel the way you feel, or if they're just letting you be inadequate because they pity you, or if you're secretly on the autism spectrum and no one will tell you but it's obvious to everyone else but you. It's so isolating and frightening. Your videos are solidarity, and I don't feel so afraid to push back against these things anymore. Because I want to be successful and happy!
I have started watching your video's with in the last few weeks. They have really helped me get motivated with my art as well as find new techniques when perusing art. Your down to earth vibe is very refreshing, and your out look on things in life are insightful. Thank you for your content.
I discovered your channel today and are watching a lot of videos of your advice. I am going to therapy since 9 years and you summed up the advice I got from there very very good. I am writing a journal and are taking your videos as an example to write down ideas on how to handle my everyday in the future. I also want to create videos but I am totally lost with my criticism at the moment and I am paralysed. But watching your videos seem to me you talk out loud my thoughts. It is very comforting to watch your videos. Thank you for your inspiration.
Been watching this video for the 3rd time already (since it’s been published) and once again realizing how cruel I am towards myself made me tear up Thanks for your work man
It's really frustrating when you can only like a video once. Like, there's no benefit yo liking then unliking and then liking again. We need a 'super like' button.
I am a teacher. I know I am a good teacher: I am dedicated, efficient, and truly care about my students. However, when a parent tells me any of this, I have the same reaction; that I have tricked them into believing I am a good teacher. I first discovered the term imposter syndrome a few years ago, and it is quite hard to live with. I have no idea who you are, or why this suddenly showed up in my feed, but this was amazing. I’ve been “healing myself” for a few years, but I have never heard something so simple, yet amazingly powerful. Thank you, whoever you are 😅
Hey dude that's an awesome thing to bring into the world - please consider doing this talk for teens, individuals in therapy, anything. It's a perfect talk and beats the depressive nature of meetings
Well, looks like I'm going to be writing this every day... 'People like being around me because...' That journaling exercise really took me places and I'm grateful for your perspective, thank you
And you deserve every one of those subs. Honestly you are one of the best people on RUclips, and I’m so thankful I discovered your channel as the crapness of Covid was dawning on us all those months ago. You’re a bloody legend mate, keep up the awesome work ❤️
Definitely going to try this one. I'm so bad for jumping straight to negative self talk like this, because like you said it's the easiest path for my brain and what I constantly do. Thank you for this
Hope you continue the series, it's really helpful! Though I've done therapy, sometimes a practical tip coming from someone who is experiencing the same is more helpful than a vague exercise. As an animator struggling with similar issues to you, some of the subjects you've made videos about have really helped. You find a very concise way to phrase things that make stuff click better for me and have a very refreshing perspective. It's therapeutic in a way to find a channel that very openly discusses things I'm dealing with. Vulnerability you display in these videos alone is kinda cathartic to watch, glad I found your channel ^^ Now if only I could get over the struggle of developing a journaling habit :D
Thank you for the advise! I've suffered from Imposter Syndrome for decades: have learned alot about it from a lot of other videos & sources, but had not heard such grounded advise about how to actually make it better. ...Gonna go set up a journal right now !
I've been job hunting for about a year now after graduating and having no to very slim luck in my dream field, but these videos are motivating me to keep at it
I must have heard over a hundred people talk about this subject and not one of them had any form of solution as real, down to earth or effective as this amazing video man everyone needs to see this :O)
Wonderful video! I have suffered from this for most of my life. I've read enough self-help books to fill a library and even during your video, the knowledge I have of this condition and others, I was finding myself finishing your sentences. You sharing this with literally the world makes it easier to understand that I am not alone with this and that I am a good person. I like the journaling idea so much! Love love love these videos and the way you explain things! Hope you have a great holiday!
i'm applying to colleges rn and having to look back on the last four years on my life and all the diamonds and shit that's come with it has made my imposter syndrome so much worst. I'll just spend hours looking at an essay prompt, trying to come up with a way to show that I'm worthy of being accepted into that school but come up with absolutely nothing. i just feel so inadequate that I've literally had moments where I broke down in tears. and I've tried to explain this feeling to my friends and family and all they say is "don't worry about it, it'll be fine," which in turn honestly just makes me feel worse. but watching your video really put how I was feeling into words and it made me feel a bit more at peace with my imposter syndrome. I'm definitely gonna try out the exercise, thank you so much for this
I’m finishing my fine art degree soon and still struggle to believe that I’m ‘allowed’ to be an artist. Imposter syndrome has stolen so many shit and diamond pumping years from me (such a good metaphor) and this video gives me hope I won’t have to listen to it forever. I found this channel a few weeks ago and each video has left me feeling that groundbreaking, life-changing, overwhelming relief of being truly seen and comfort in knowing I’m not alone. Thank you for sharing all the hard work you’ve done to help others and for talking about the stuff that needs to be talked about because it saves lives
YOOOO!!!! First video I have watched of yours but you breach a tough topic. Full transparency, recently dealing with imposter syndrome severely and this hit me at the right time right where I needed it. The beauty of this is it is 3 years old and this video found me when I needed it. Keep on bro.
I really appreciate your mental health series as a therapist, as a struggling creative, and as a human who has been working through my own mental health issues over the past decade. I love love love the metaphor you used for creating new neural pathways; I always find myself bogged down by science when trying to describe this to clients and hadn't found a great metaphor that felt right to me, but this one is perfect. I love that this is featured on an art channel because you're reaching so many more folks that would never search for mental health videos. Keep on keeping on with your good work, and thank you
I'm beyond grateful for coming across your channel and your content. I've always hung out with "artsy" people but never considered myself one. For some fccked up reason I felt like all my friends had more of a right to express themselves creatively, while I held myself back. Spent most of my 20's partying that led to trouble with the law. That led to depression then finally realizing depression isn't going to pay the bills piling up. I took up a job with a childhood friend who is a well known street artist out here in L.A. and that just messed with my head so bad. Feeding that Imposter Syndrome monster so much. I had to resign, aside from it also being a toxic environment. Here I am, 31, finding comfort in your videos and building courage to go back to Art school (I need that self validation of obtaining that degree, what I'll do with is who knows) and just push myself to take a dive into the mass ocean of the internet. Thank you and I hope you continue to create videos like these!
I love this so much! Never stop pulling the lever. It's so important not to give up, when people critique your work. You can't please everyone, but if you just touch one person or inspire someone, I think it will be worth it
i recently stumbled across your mental health videos and they have helped me to finally, for the first time in ten years, feel like i am on a path to be healed thank you
I love everything that you shared. The shit and diamonds metaphor is amazing, you nailed that feeling! I am passing the exercise on to participants of an online yoga retreat I'm co-hosting tomorrow and have already sent this video off to many people. Thank you SO much for these videos focused on mental health!
You phrase things in a way that feels very honest and strikes a chord. I often watch your videos with a lump in my throat. It feels stupid but also healing, in an awkward way.
Sooo...I stumbled across your channel yesterday or the day before and I've now watched at least 3 of your videos that felt like they were being written directly for me. As a Life Coach & Positive Psychology practitioner, I sometimes feel like Imposter Syndrome just drives me. "Oh, he's a life coach so he's got his $#!+ together"... I'm also a Zen priest so clearly "I must be really wise"...but wait 'til they find me out. Couple this together with your video on people who blow up early in life and you get a nice stew. Thank you, thank you, thank you not only for addressing these important topics, but also for being authentic and vulnerable. I'm off to the rest of your back catalog :-D
"If the goal is noble, your commitment to the goal should not be contingent on your ability to attain it, and in pursuit of our goal, we must release our rigid assumptions about how we must achieve it. Peace and equanimity come from letting go of our attachment to the goal and the method. That is the essence of acceptance. Reflecting on this seeming paradox, of pursuing a goal yet with no attachment to its outcome, Jinpa explained to me that there is an important insight. This is a deep recognition that while each of us should do everything we can to realize the goal we seek, whether or not we succeed often depends on many factors beyond our control. So our responsibility is to pursue the goal with all the dedication we can muster, do the best we can but not become fixated on a preconceived notion of a result. Sometimes, actually quite often, our efforts lead to an unexpected outcome that might even be better than what we originally had in mind. " Lama, Dalai; Tutu, Desmond; Abrams, Douglas Carlton. The Book of Joy (p. 227). Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.
Recently found this channel because I was searching for videos about self-sabotage. Campbell's video was hands down the best on the subject out of 10 or so that I've checked. His channel deserves way more subs!!
I once heard somewhere that if you feel the imposter syndrome, try to look at it at a diff light and think "hey, i bullshitted this so well that people actually see the value in my work!" i do it sometimes when im desperate and feel like ill never amount to anything. altho as always, ur tips always help struthless, cant wait to try this out in my journal
You'll never be able to comprehend the difference you're making in so many people's lives including mine. Your way of describing the process is like a painfully bright flash of life in a vast sea of infinite darkness. You should conclude that you are a very GOOD PERSON.
I know I'm late to comment but if you ever read this, please know that I fully agree with every single positive comment you posted here. I'm sincerely sure soon enough your channel will grow even more because your voice and content is needed like air. You're currently helping me in a rough period of my life, and this is not the first time, so thank you
Thank you so much for this video! I'm a scientist and a writer, and due to the nature of these jobs I am extremely familiar to the Imposter Syndrome. This, by far, is the most down to earth video I've seen about this topic.
Please keep it up. You have encouraged me both artistically and mentally for the better. One day I wake up on the other side of all the emotional sludge and you will have helped guide me. Love and respect.
Thank you so much for this video. I was just told that I was #2 top producing agent on my team for 3 months in a row. I should be celebrating but my mind have got me on full panic attack. I needed this video and I love you have tasks to do that can help combat the anxiety.
"But i've been making shit for years" I think every single artist can relate/ it's where I am currently. Ill keep pulling though, hoping for a diamond.
I was the scapegoat of my family. I can't stress how much of a degenerate I feel like, though I just celebrated my 6th year at a law firm, have a beautiful and intelligent daughter, own my house, work my ass off... You get the idea. I'm not a degenerate. I will start doing this, for real you helped me with an actual strategy. The self help stuff on RUclips is incredibly insightful but what you just provided is actually going to help me work towards how I want to live my life. Thank you. ❤
You know I was told about this. And honestly I really felt this for years.. 37 years actually. Had no idea. But I defiantly will be working on this... also dealing with my hurt inner child was suuuuuuper effin weird and scary.. but it hurt so much to walk into the trauma situation as my adult self to my scared little hurt self.. and sit beside me.. and hug me.. and say it's OK, you're safe now.. I'm here. Man that was huge. Just emotionaly rough when I was first introduced to that method.. thx for your words.. I hope you're doing well brother.
You have come such a long way from bin chickens... and yet the diamonds were showing there too. Your combined growth, understanding, honesty and connection is real. Thank you for sharing. It’s contagious.
I just recently discovered you and your channel. I'm 58 years old and still struggling with so many of the issues you are speaking to in your videos. You are making a difference in my life, by providing a path/paths for me to work through my own mental challenges, and I'm certain you are making a difference in the lives of others. Thank you for taking the time to do what you are doing; I hope you will continue for months and years to come.
I am so glad I've found this channel, I have a feeling it'll be greatly beneficial, because I've been doing some things that aren't great, so now I get to entirely better myself.
I planned on watching like 6-10 videos to help me do away with imposter syndrome but after bumping into this video, but I think watching this alone suffices. Thank you very much
I've struggled with this all of my life. I have looked for some kind of help/answers for over 20 years. Even RUclips has just been mostly the same regurgitated useless crap. But I kept trying, kept looking. This week I tried again and watched several b.s. videos, then yours was next. It hit the mark, I'm happy to say! It has taken me about 4 days to do the part 1 honestly-i often lie to myself. I've watched this video about 8 times now and finally did the 1st day of part 2. It's stupid how hard it is to think/write something good about yourself. Keeping it up is the hard part. Doing this made me feel the as if I had just stolen something with people around and I'm not clear yet. I hope I get better at this soon. But at least now I have a clear, sensible plan. Thank you.
Wow. I've felt Imposter Syndrome for YEARS in SO MUCH that i do. But this quick little video fills me with some hope. That maybe...i am worthy of the accomplishments I get. Thank you for this. I really needed it.
Dude, you articulate stress and emotional trauma so well. In fact, I like, laughed at the relatability and camaraderie of what you're saying. Please keep this up, people who don't understand these thought processes need to hear it to broaden perspective, and people who do understand these thought processes need to hear it so they know they aren't alone. Cheers!
I hadn't been able to put it into words before, but that second example was a bullseye. I have been believing I must be perfect to be love, & that I am unlovable. With that truth, now I have a foundation to work begin changing. Thank you. Subbed.
This channel is the absolute best. “It doesn’t have to be hell” That stuck with me. I tell my friends all the time love isn’t supposed to hurt, be nice to yourselves, etc etc. And here I am usually sitting in my own funk of despair. So it’s time I take my own advice and take it with yours
Started binge watching your channel. Inspired me to actually do my work and not just think about it and feel like I’m doing something by thinking about it. Thank you. Truly
The hay that you explain with authenticity AND true purpuse Is everything i fell like im cleansing from shallow mental health from other platforms and I find you again thanks for still be here when and where I needed this message. Thanks
dude I love your content, you have helped me find peace in my inner thoughts and inspired me to start my own youtube Channel. the caveat is that everyday I feel like I suck and that my videos aren't going anywhere, BUT not I know its all imposter syndrome. Honestly very grateful for your talent and the way you help the world! Thant you
Wow. I absolutely love these videos!! What I did was create a tool based off on what you mentioned, where I have a table with three columns and the titles: "I am good because…", "This thing/experience/situation is good because", and "My future is going to be good because…". Every day I try to write down at least three things for each column. In cognitive behavioral therapy it is actually believed that we feel bad because of three things: negative self image, negative interpretation of experiences etc, and negative view on the future. So by turning these three things around and looking for reasons, for "proof" that I am a good person and that my future is bright I kinda try to do some rewiring… So far it's going pretty good. :)
Please do continue these mental health focused vids, you've got a real knack for getting to the root of stuff I've struggled with for years.
100% agreed!!!
YES PLEASE!!
He really does! Every video i've watched ends up in my favourites list
They’ve been helping me a ton ❤️
Ditto!
"You can have a good time in your head. It doesn't have to be hell." Something I didn't even know I badly needed to hear. This is only the third video of yours I've watched but you're already teaching me more healthy coping mechanisms than I learned in 3 years of therapy in my teens.
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This channel makes me feel a little less neurotic and alone with each video. Thank you for that ❤️
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I couldn't agree more.
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Seriously, you explain things better than some therapists and professors I’ve had. This kind of advice only comes from someone who’s genuinely “been there.”
yea very straight to the point
totally agree!!!
totes agree, you make it so relatable!
I stumbled on your channel a few weeks ago and I love them. The fact that you're not trying to be some sort of all knowing self help whatever is really nice. It's just one human trying to help other flawed humans grow. Much love
I never understood imposter syndrome until today. I cried because I feel like I don’t deserve my current job and soon they’ll find out I really can’t do graphic design and print jobs. The evident success exercise is a really good idea because it forces me to think about what I can do, what my strengths are, and how I can use that to my advantage. I’ll be sure to do this often, and it’ll probably even help me sleep better at night.
“It doesn’t have to be hell” really hit me hard! These types of videos are so important because your art can’t grow without you.
“..you can have a good time in your head, it doesn’t have to be hell..” -complete resonance
Gotta say that diamonds/shit metaphor is pure gold...
100% agree! I've never heard it put that way and it's super refreshing and inspiring.
You could say it's a diamond.
Yeah, but what's the gold to diamonds-&-shit ratio..? 😉
Joking! It's clearly 100% diamonds & gold, no shit. ❤️
I was laughing at it the whole time 😂😂. It sure did get the point across though
really struggling at the min, i like to bottle things up and just help everyone elses problems apart from own this video give me alot of understanding and deep thought thank you
I'm South African and I've been following you for a couple months. Initially found you while searching for art videos, but I really enjoy the diversity of your content. I'm a lifelong quadriplegic (I have cerebral palsy) and because I'm goal-oriented and stubborn, people tend to call me inspirational. I cringe inwardly every time, because my imposter syndrome is like, "You've fooled all these people and you don't deserve their praise."
So yeah, this was a very relatable video. Keep 'em coming.
I find a lot of people also idealise people that they are inspired by. Idealisation, as well as objectification, is one way people can (inadvertently) dehumanise other people.
So that awestruck feeling you pick up from other people may also be because you think that they are not seeing the real you, I.e. they don't see you as a real person, I.e. dehumanising you. At least, that may be your perception.
Of course, maybe they do see you as a real person and that's why they are inspired. Often the most inspirational people are people that others can relate to, while still doing something those people admire and aspire to
Every time you post a vid I feel like I've just spoken with a good friend. Your vulnerability is really something special.
I've been vaguely aware of the concept of creating new pathways in the brain for some time, but that metaphor was really effective. I actually think you could produce a really engaging mental health series for kids / teenagers. Love the content
thank you so much - and that's a really cool idea about making some younger-orientated stuff, I really like that avenue
I actually had the same thought, I wanted to show this to my 12 year old because it’s relatable but funny, the bucket of shit with diamonds I know will make her laugh and also think
Oh yes, agreed. I think some stuff geared toward younger people would be amazing. It's so much more helpful to learn these kinds of things when you're still growing and learning about yourself in the formative years than when those negative ideas have sort of cemented. You have to use much more effort to break through when you're older and the negative thoughts feel like facts. I'm sure it would be helpful to kids and teens to see this.
Yes!! I was thinking while watching this one, that these videos should be required for teenagers! I’m forwarding them all to my 23 year old artist daughter who struggles with all of these issues (cough, cough, as I do too!). These videos are way more than 70%!!
Yes! My 14 yo son always puts his phone down to listen to your vids. I make sure to replay them for him.
I just want to let you know I keep coming back to this video. I have actually been doing this exercise (both part 1 and part 2) everyday since December. The best part is looking through all the reasons from part 2 when you're dealing with impostor syndrome.
When we're dealing with negative emotions, it can consume all our focus and we tend to forget the good things that happened, even if it was just yesterday. Reminding yourself all the good you did previously really helps you feel a lot better about yourself.
I REALLY RECOMMEND THIS EXERCISE TO EVERYONE
You have changed my life,
I came for the fun drawings and stayed for the way you tackle life
I just what to say thank you for your inspirational videos and a big thumbs up 👍🏻
This is the MOST helpful video I have ever seen on the imposter syndrome and I can’t BEGIN to thank u enough! I am going to begin the exercises today and I have a very strong feeling my bowls of shit will have diamonds in them soon! I have been working on myself FOR YEARS with a lot of bowls of shit coming forth. I am READY FOR MY DIAMONDS TO BEGIN TO APPEAR!
Sometimes even after a long time making mainly diamonds the Shit and Diamonds machine WILL spit out a bucket of shit. DON'T give up at this point, just move past it and keep going.
Great point.
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Nice job, you explained this do well. I had to end a relationship i was in because she was fuelling imposter syndrome within me. If I had an amazing day, she would focus on something I should have done better. It was like my best was never good enough. This was a person who claimed to love me yet the only person who couldn't see my diamond.
Omg thank you so much!!! I have 3 essays due and grades are in today and a part of why I’ve been struggling is because my professor keeps describing my essays as “thoroughly excellent“ or the best essay he’s read on that topic or the best he’s received by far from the class/whole course and is constantly talking about how high my writing quality is so now whenever I’m writing these I’m so stressed about whether or not it will fit his standards or he’ll be like “oh man guess you actually kinda suck” because I feel like those were really flukes and not even of my doing and all of my current pieces are so bad they’re not even close to even being passable (and actually thank you for all the videos like this that you make -I’ve rewatched & sent the perfectionism one to so many of my friends who now constantly refer to it when speaking about how they managed to get something done and find it super helpful!!)
It's as if he raised the pass grade from 50% to 90% - remember that you deserve to be held to the same standard as everybody else (e.g. 50%)
It’s been a year or so since first watching this, and your metaphor completely uprooted my self criticism. Been making more “diamonds” and started getting commissions. I appreciate you and your voice sfm
Way to answer the question I was left with after therapy yesterday. Thank you for all that you do! You're not an impostor - your videos genuinely help me (and many, many others). Ta!
For once the RUclips recommendations have served up a real diamond. I've watched about 10 of your videos in the last 24 hours, and I really hope more people find your work. Thank you so much for the thoughtful, honest advice - it's relatable and practical, and not just quick fix nonsense. Thanks Campbell!
I'll not lie. This video absolutely made me cry, BUT NOT IN A BAD WAY. I've, without a doubt, beaten myself down for years, despite so many good things and people coming into my life. It's gone on so long that I fear the negative image of myself is starting to become the image that others see in me, rather than the me they used to see. I've literally hated everything about myself for so long, even though I tried to do something about it. Doing these excercises may just be what I needed, even if they're just a nudge in the right direction.
And yes, absolutely, keep doing these types of videos. You, your content, and everything you put out is amazing. Don't let anyone, or yourself, let you think otherwise.
Good luck on overcoming these negative thoughts we all have. Treat yourself like you would treat a close friend
I spent 6 months having CBT, just as I was starting to forget all the brilliant things my therapist said, I found you! Thank you!
We've been on a relatively similar trajectory. I was only on around 10K Subs this time last year, and have also had somewhat of a glow up. I've been watching your videos for quite some time now and will always drop what I'm doing when you post. Your work is more often than not a highlight of my week.
I don't want to give too much credit to you though and trigger your imposter syndrome, I just feel like we've had some similar experiences in life and I often connect strongly with what you're saying.
You're a few steps ahead of me on many of life's paths, and so find your insight extremely valuable. Your videos and advice are like small window into my own future and I really appreciate you going through the effort of sharing your thoughts and experiences.
It was too long to read right now, but i love it.
@@barttamminga9711 I don't know why, but this aroused my curiousity, and I wanted to ask why you decided to reply without fully reading the comment?
I very much appreciate this comment.
This is the way to be on RUclips. True to your audience. It feels really different from your first videos. You have become so much truer. I hope there were videos more often. I love them. And I do not draw.
We’re all just trying to do our best. You’re an awesome human, and your channel gives people a lot of hope. This wonderful corner of the internet makes a lot of people feel less alone. Keep doing what you’re doing - we’re here for it and you!
For the last few years, I've been struggling with Imposter Syndrome in my work, resulting in me being jobless right now, and Self-Sabotage in my romantic relationships. I've been going to counselling for over a year now and although my head-space isn't nearly as dangerous as it had been, I have never been able to push past Imposter Syndrome in particular. Plus, most "motivational, life coach" channels are people who I can't relate to, who seem to be outside looking in at saying "well, all you need to do is feel better about yourself"
Thank you so much for tackling the issues that so many people wrestle with in a relatable, genuine way. One of the worst things about having something like Imposter Syndrome is going day to day, looking around and wondering if other people feel the way you feel, or if they're just letting you be inadequate because they pity you, or if you're secretly on the autism spectrum and no one will tell you but it's obvious to everyone else but you. It's so isolating and frightening.
Your videos are solidarity, and I don't feel so afraid to push back against these things anymore. Because I want to be successful and happy!
I have started watching your video's with in the last few weeks. They have really helped me get motivated with my art as well as find new techniques when perusing art. Your down to earth vibe is very refreshing, and your out look on things in life are insightful. Thank you for your content.
I discovered your channel today and are watching a lot of videos of your advice. I am going to therapy since 9 years and you summed up the advice I got from there very very good. I am writing a journal and are taking your videos as an example to write down ideas on how to handle my everyday in the future. I also want to create videos but I am totally lost with my criticism at the moment and I am paralysed. But watching your videos seem to me you talk out loud my thoughts. It is very comforting to watch your videos. Thank you for your inspiration.
Totally do continue with mental health series, it helps a lot and that's exactly what I need and have been paying my psychologist to help me with.
Been watching this video for the 3rd time already (since it’s been published) and once again realizing how cruel I am towards myself made me tear up
Thanks for your work man
It's really frustrating when you can only like a video once. Like, there's no benefit yo liking then unliking and then liking again. We need a 'super like' button.
I super liked this comment... But you can't tell. 🙃
Yes!
Fortunately there are awesome comments (wink wink and tyvm), so i can like the vid AND the comment of the vid...its a 2fer.
I am a teacher. I know I am a good teacher: I am dedicated, efficient, and truly care about my students. However, when a parent tells me any of this, I have the same reaction; that I have tricked them into believing I am a good teacher. I first discovered the term imposter syndrome a few years ago, and it is quite hard to live with. I have no idea who you are, or why this suddenly showed up in my feed, but this was amazing. I’ve been “healing myself” for a few years, but I have never heard something so simple, yet amazingly powerful. Thank you, whoever you are 😅
LOL! Best shout-out ever! The word, "shit" has a long and proud history and you used it perfectly.
hahahahaha!!! i'm so glad you dug it - sometimes you just gotta call it like it is hey!
Hey dude that's an awesome thing to bring into the world - please consider doing this talk for teens, individuals in therapy, anything. It's a perfect talk and beats the depressive nature of meetings
Your videos are really great 👍🏼 You remind me that I have more control over changing my life than I think 💓
Well, looks like I'm going to be writing this every day... 'People like being around me because...' That journaling exercise really took me places and I'm grateful for your perspective, thank you
And you deserve every one of those subs. Honestly you are one of the best people on RUclips, and I’m so thankful I discovered your channel as the crapness of Covid was dawning on us all those months ago. You’re a bloody legend mate, keep up the awesome work ❤️
Definitely going to try this one. I'm so bad for jumping straight to negative self talk like this, because like you said it's the easiest path for my brain and what I constantly do. Thank you for this
Hope you continue the series, it's really helpful! Though I've done therapy, sometimes a practical tip coming from someone who is experiencing the same is more helpful than a vague exercise. As an animator struggling with similar issues to you, some of the subjects you've made videos about have really helped. You find a very concise way to phrase things that make stuff click better for me and have a very refreshing perspective. It's therapeutic in a way to find a channel that very openly discusses things I'm dealing with. Vulnerability you display in these videos alone is kinda cathartic to watch, glad I found your channel ^^ Now if only I could get over the struggle of developing a journaling habit :D
Thank you for the advise! I've suffered from Imposter Syndrome for decades: have learned alot about it from a lot of other videos & sources, but had not heard such grounded advise about how to actually make it better. ...Gonna go set up a journal right now !
Cam. I've watched every single one of your videos since day 1. I confidently believe that you are a truly good person. Keep doing what you're doing. x
YOU A KING FOR THESE MENTAL HEALTH VIDEOS PLEASE CONTINUE I CAN PROVIDE PHOTOS OF MY CATS IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR BOUNDLESS WISDOM
I've been job hunting for about a year now after graduating and having no to very slim luck in my dream field, but these videos are motivating me to keep at it
I’m in the same situation right now. Wishing you all the best!
I must have heard over a hundred people talk about this subject and not one of them had any form of solution as real, down to earth or effective as this amazing video man everyone needs to see this :O)
Wonderful video! I have suffered from this for most of my life. I've read enough self-help books to fill a library and even during your video, the knowledge I have of this condition and others, I was finding myself finishing your sentences. You sharing this with literally the world makes it easier to understand that I am not alone with this and that I am a good person. I like the journaling idea so much! Love love love these videos and the way you explain things! Hope you have a great holiday!
i'm applying to colleges rn and having to look back on the last four years on my life and all the diamonds and shit that's come with it has made my imposter syndrome so much worst. I'll just spend hours looking at an essay prompt, trying to come up with a way to show that I'm worthy of being accepted into that school but come up with absolutely nothing. i just feel so inadequate that I've literally had moments where I broke down in tears. and I've tried to explain this feeling to my friends and family and all they say is "don't worry about it, it'll be fine," which in turn honestly just makes me feel worse. but watching your video really put how I was feeling into words and it made me feel a bit more at peace with my imposter syndrome. I'm definitely gonna try out the exercise, thank you so much for this
I’m finishing my fine art degree soon and still struggle to believe that I’m ‘allowed’ to be an artist. Imposter syndrome has stolen so many shit and diamond pumping years from me (such a good metaphor) and this video gives me hope I won’t have to listen to it forever.
I found this channel a few weeks ago and each video has left me feeling that groundbreaking, life-changing, overwhelming relief of being truly seen and comfort in knowing I’m not alone. Thank you for sharing all the hard work you’ve done to help others and for talking about the stuff that needs to be talked about because it saves lives
YOOOO!!!! First video I have watched of yours but you breach a tough topic. Full transparency, recently dealing with imposter syndrome severely and this hit me at the right time right where I needed it. The beauty of this is it is 3 years old and this video found me when I needed it. Keep on bro.
I really appreciate your mental health series as a therapist, as a struggling creative, and as a human who has been working through my own mental health issues over the past decade. I love love love the metaphor you used for creating new neural pathways; I always find myself bogged down by science when trying to describe this to clients and hadn't found a great metaphor that felt right to me, but this one is perfect. I love that this is featured on an art channel because you're reaching so many more folks that would never search for mental health videos. Keep on keeping on with your good work, and thank you
I'm beyond grateful for coming across your channel and your content. I've always hung out with "artsy" people but never considered myself one. For some fccked up reason I felt like all my friends had more of a right to express themselves creatively, while I held myself back. Spent most of my 20's partying that led to trouble with the law. That led to depression then finally realizing depression isn't going to pay the bills piling up. I took up a job with a childhood friend who is a well known street artist out here in L.A. and that just messed with my head so bad. Feeding that Imposter Syndrome monster so much. I had to resign, aside from it also being a toxic environment. Here I am, 31, finding comfort in your videos and building courage to go back to Art school (I need that self validation of obtaining that degree, what I'll do with is who knows) and just push myself to take a dive into the mass ocean of the internet. Thank you and I hope you continue to create videos like these!
I love this so much! Never stop pulling the lever. It's so important not to give up, when people critique your work. You can't please everyone, but if you just touch one person or inspire someone, I think it will be worth it
i recently stumbled across your mental health videos and they have helped me to finally, for the first time in ten years, feel like i am on a path to be healed
thank you
I’ll be checking back in a year.
Good luck 💞💫!
youtube recommended me you and i am now binge watching you because your contents are legit what i'm stressing over
I love everything that you shared. The shit and diamonds metaphor is amazing, you nailed that feeling! I am passing the exercise on to participants of an online yoga retreat I'm co-hosting tomorrow and have already sent this video off to many people. Thank you SO much for these videos focused on mental health!
You phrase things in a way that feels very honest and strikes a chord. I often watch your videos with a lump in my throat. It feels stupid but also healing, in an awkward way.
The weekly 2am upload. Hope you're not sacrificing too much sleep for us dude :)
it’s 17:25 for me lol
Different time zone ? I bet he isn't uploading at 2am lol
@@bluesub4629 I'm Australian, have seen him upload at 1-2am a couple of times now lol
Sooo...I stumbled across your channel yesterday or the day before and I've now watched at least 3 of your videos that felt like they were being written directly for me. As a Life Coach & Positive Psychology practitioner, I sometimes feel like Imposter Syndrome just drives me. "Oh, he's a life coach so he's got his $#!+ together"... I'm also a Zen priest so clearly "I must be really wise"...but wait 'til they find me out. Couple this together with your video on people who blow up early in life and you get a nice stew. Thank you, thank you, thank you not only for addressing these important topics, but also for being authentic and vulnerable. I'm off to the rest of your back catalog :-D
"If the goal is noble, your commitment to the goal should not be contingent on your ability to attain it, and in pursuit of our goal, we must release our rigid assumptions about how we must achieve it. Peace and equanimity come from letting go of our attachment to the goal and the method. That is the essence of acceptance.
Reflecting on this seeming paradox, of pursuing a goal yet with no attachment to its outcome, Jinpa explained to me that there is an important insight. This is a deep recognition that while each of us should do everything we can to realize the goal we seek, whether or not we succeed often depends on many factors beyond our control. So our responsibility is to pursue the goal with all the dedication we can muster, do the best we can but not become fixated on a preconceived notion of a result. Sometimes, actually quite often, our efforts lead to an unexpected outcome that might even be better than what we originally had in mind.
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Lama, Dalai; Tutu, Desmond; Abrams, Douglas Carlton. The Book of Joy (p. 227). Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.
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Recently found this channel because I was searching for videos about self-sabotage. Campbell's video was hands down the best on the subject out of 10 or so that I've checked. His channel deserves way more subs!!
I once heard somewhere that if you feel the imposter syndrome, try to look at it at a diff light and think "hey, i bullshitted this so well that people actually see the value in my work!"
i do it sometimes when im desperate and feel like ill never amount to anything. altho as always, ur tips always help struthless, cant wait to try this out in my journal
You'll never be able to comprehend the difference you're making in so many people's lives including mine. Your way of describing the process is like a painfully bright flash of life in a vast sea of infinite darkness. You should conclude that you are a very GOOD PERSON.
However, on another thought 🤔 Sh!tt!ng diamonds would be rather painful 😂 this is a great metaphor 💛
I think those are kidney stones.
@@paige2e 😄
Sometimes great accomplishments are painful 🤣
@@manderzzXDD damn touche 🙌
You can have a good time in you head, it doesn’t have to be hell. I needed that mate. Thank you.
I know I'm late to comment but if you ever read this, please know that I fully agree with every single positive comment you posted here. I'm sincerely sure soon enough your channel will grow even more because your voice and content is needed like air. You're currently helping me in a rough period of my life, and this is not the first time, so thank you
Thank you so much for this video! I'm a scientist and a writer, and due to the nature of these jobs I am extremely familiar to the Imposter Syndrome. This, by far, is the most down to earth video I've seen about this topic.
*Me:* gets imposter in among us
*Struthless:* *Are you really?*
But in all seriousness, I want to thank you for doing what you do, it's amazing and it helps a ton of people. Thank you❤
I was expecting more comments like this in a video with such a title.
Please keep it up. You have encouraged me both artistically and mentally for the better. One day I wake up on the other side of all the emotional sludge and you will have helped guide me. Love and respect.
9:37 "It doesn't have to be hell" really got me
Thank you so much for this video. I was just told that I was #2 top producing agent on my team for 3 months in a row. I should be celebrating but my mind have got me on full panic attack. I needed this video and I love you have tasks to do that can help combat the anxiety.
"But i've been making shit for years" I think every single artist can relate/ it's where I am currently. Ill keep pulling though, hoping for a diamond.
I was the scapegoat of my family. I can't stress how much of a degenerate I feel like, though I just celebrated my 6th year at a law firm, have a beautiful and intelligent daughter, own my house, work my ass off... You get the idea. I'm not a degenerate. I will start doing this, for real you helped me with an actual strategy. The self help stuff on RUclips is incredibly insightful but what you just provided is actually going to help me work towards how I want to live my life. Thank you. ❤
Really early notification today
Notifacation squad
You know I was told about this. And honestly I really felt this for years.. 37 years actually. Had no idea. But I defiantly will be working on this... also dealing with my hurt inner child was suuuuuuper effin weird and scary.. but it hurt so much to walk into the trauma situation as my adult self to my scared little hurt self.. and sit beside me.. and hug me.. and say it's OK, you're safe now.. I'm here. Man that was huge. Just emotionaly rough when I was first introduced to that method.. thx for your words.. I hope you're doing well brother.
Love the metaphor, shit:diamonds!!!!
You have come such a long way from bin chickens... and yet the diamonds were showing there too. Your combined growth, understanding, honesty and connection is real. Thank you for sharing. It’s contagious.
Amogus
I just recently discovered you and your channel. I'm 58 years old and still struggling with so many of the issues you are speaking to in your videos. You are making a difference in my life, by providing a path/paths for me to work through my own mental challenges, and I'm certain you are making a difference in the lives of others. Thank you for taking the time to do what you are doing; I hope you will continue for months and years to come.
I am so glad I've found this channel, I have a feeling it'll be greatly beneficial, because I've been doing some things that aren't great, so now I get to entirely better myself.
I planned on watching like 6-10 videos to help me do away with imposter syndrome but after bumping into this video, but I think watching this alone suffices. Thank you very much
Among Us
I've struggled with this all of my life. I have looked for some kind of help/answers for over 20 years. Even RUclips has just been mostly the same regurgitated useless crap. But I kept trying, kept looking. This week I tried again and watched several b.s. videos, then yours was next. It hit the mark, I'm happy to say! It has taken me about 4 days to do the part 1 honestly-i often lie to myself. I've watched this video about 8 times now and finally did the 1st day of part 2. It's stupid how hard it is to think/write something good about yourself. Keeping it up is the hard part. Doing this made me feel the as if I had just stolen something with people around and I'm not clear yet. I hope I get better at this soon. But at least now I have a clear, sensible plan. Thank you.
Sus
Wow. I've felt Imposter Syndrome for YEARS in SO MUCH that i do. But this quick little video fills me with some hope. That maybe...i am worthy of the accomplishments I get. Thank you for this. I really needed it.
AMOGUS😳😳😳
You say just what I need to hear in the exact way I need to hear it in order to actually move forward with your ideas. Thank you
sus
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amogus
Dude, you articulate stress and emotional trauma so well. In fact, I like, laughed at the relatability and camaraderie of what you're saying. Please keep this up, people who don't understand these thought processes need to hear it to broaden perspective, and people who do understand these thought processes need to hear it so they know they aren't alone. Cheers!
SUS
I understand how old this video is but brother.... Thank you so much. Ive never felt so understood.
Definitely continue! You're an amazing human. The world needs you.
I hadn't been able to put it into words before, but that second example was a bullseye. I have been believing I must be perfect to be love, & that I am unlovable. With that truth, now I have a foundation to work begin changing. Thank you.
Subbed.
This channel is the absolute best. “It doesn’t have to be hell”
That stuck with me. I tell my friends all the time love isn’t supposed to hurt, be nice to yourselves, etc etc. And here I am usually sitting in my own funk of despair. So it’s time I take my own advice and take it with yours
Started binge watching your channel. Inspired me to actually do my work and not just think about it and feel like I’m doing something by thinking about it. Thank you. Truly
The hay that you explain with authenticity AND true purpuse Is everything i fell like im cleansing from shallow mental health from other platforms and I find you again thanks for still be here when and where I needed this message. Thanks
dude I love your content, you have helped me find peace in my inner thoughts and inspired me to start my own youtube Channel. the caveat is that everyday I feel like I suck and that my videos aren't going anywhere, BUT not I know its all imposter syndrome. Honestly very grateful for your talent and the way you help the world! Thant you
I'm 57 and feel indebteded to you for explaining all that to me so clearly, much better than the experts have. 🙏🙏
Wow. I absolutely love these videos!!
What I did was create a tool based off on what you mentioned, where I have a table with three columns and the titles:
"I am good because…",
"This thing/experience/situation is good because", and
"My future is going to be good because…".
Every day I try to write down at least three things for each column.
In cognitive behavioral therapy it is actually believed that we feel bad because of three things: negative self image, negative interpretation of experiences etc, and negative view on the future.
So by turning these three things around and looking for reasons, for "proof" that I am a good person and that my future is bright I kinda try to do some rewiring… So far it's going pretty good. :)