let's not forget they deleted my tiktok😂😂 i love this video. i think we've all been tricked into chasing external achievements but once you reach them you realize they don't mean as much
Not THEE Lynette commenting on my video???? And whew the trickery is real, even the success of this video is mirroring to me that the joy is in climbing the mountain not in any peak I'm imagining reaching. Thank you for continuing to share your gifts with us!!!
I resonate sooo deeply with what you’re saying about having done the work to move to the “next level” and moving as a symbol of that. I have a week to move out of an apartment that I once felt trapped in yet was so afraid of leaving. I am feeling overwhelmed and a bit unsure of what my life will look like post move. I am looking forward to it though and am thankful for it all. Blessing to you on your journey 🤍🦋🍃🙏
Learned this the hard way. I was so willing to put all my ideas effort and energy into somethijg bigger than me because i thought it would get me to a certain place & it would be easier & made more sense but realized why not put all that into myself? Mindboggling
That's why I stress the importance of not calling yourself a "RUclipsr" if you want to get into content creation. RUclips is just somewhere to upload video. If you worked at The New York Times writing articles would you call yourself "A NewYorker?" No you would say you're a writer. People need to understand that building a business outside of these platforms is the key. You are the profession and not the platform.
Okay you NAILED it!!! These platforms come and go. I just heard about the legislation around TikTok getting passed in the House of Reps! So we need to remember that we are not the platform.
I would even stretch that and say the profession is what you do, not who you are. Then, look into the "why"--why did you choose this profession, what about it intrigued/intrigues you, etc.
While no job or career is free of risks, the reality is that a “9 to 5” and other traditional work is more reliable at producing something close to a living wage than social media careers. We really have terrible statistics on the success rate of content creators and of the finances of a social media career. We have confirmation bias because the creators most of us watch have some degree of success. I think people should pursue their dreams and interests, but that can be done while also being engaged in some form of traditional employment.
The only true safety is the sanctuary you cultivate within. These jobs, hell the entire job market itself, is predicated on siphoning your life energy with this notion that the money you make will give you access to a better life. But honestly, its turned people into masochists, and I see people absorb struggle and suffering for this hypothetical pot of gold at the end of the road. Chimidi, YOU are the wealth, the pot of gold, the million dollar investment, walk with that energy no matter what situation you find yourself in, you got this shit 🧡
🥹🥹🥹 You are so kind!!! And I know what you mean in terms of seeing people struggle for an idea they've created in their head about how their life could be. It's been a journey trying to shake myself out of repeating the same cycle in my own life. AMEN to walking with the energy of BEING the wealth, everywhere I go!!!
This popped on my feed at the right time. I've been working since I was 16 and I just turned 27 3 months ago. I told my family, coach, and a few friends how my soul is just tired and depleted of everything. Right now after just going out on a walk and taking breaks, I have a new aspect on life. I have put so much effort and work into things just to be safe, have money, but my soul is tugging at me to risk it all and go after the thing I've been working towards since I was 6. And I am finally going to do it, walking away from 9-5 and into my destiny.....
A DECADE PLUS of working is no joke!! It's incredible what you've been able to achieve with that and I am SO GLAD you are letting yourself breathe and relax and actually listen to your soul's calling. I just know you're going to be rewarded for it.
Same. I started working the moment I turned 15, not out of choice but because my mom stopped taking care of me and I haven’t been without a job since. With inflation going on I had to take on a second job working 80-90 hours a week to just keep up. I realized I needed to quit when I came home ready to faint and had a bloody nose from how exhausted I genuinely was. Existing is draining truly.
Right. Vlogging is to SHOW YOUR LIFE. Not CREATE a fake life to show. Ppl have made it their livelihood. I almost did it as well and I’m like girl what is my life outside of it. Am I still sustaining and living?
Definitely. RUclipsr's (or anyone with a lot of 'freedom' or 'time on their hands') tend to not challenge themselves enough because they have the option of such. Like the concept of delayed gratification, our innate attempt to be 'comfortable' and 'happy' isn't actually the best thing for us. I personally love it when a RUclipsr turns their channel into a personal project rather than an income stream, and actually challenges themselves and grows through it. It creates transferable skills that can benefit not just within the workforce but also on a personal level. Same kinds of risk, investment, thought, creativity, and commitment all needed in various environments of life.
You really nailed it about the risk, creativity and commitment that we can build as a RUclips creator being the same skills we use in other areas of our life!! It really is a choice to keep stepping up to challenges when we can coast instead. It's really beautiful when people model it for us because the temptation to stay comfortable is STRONG 😩
Could you give some examples of ways that you think content creators on RUclips could turn channels into a personal project rather than a strenuous form of income ?
@@_theebreemaree Sure! A big portion of what I said can also be reduced to just finding your passion and trying to execute it in the best way you can, which of course is easier said than done as it can give you an existential crisis 😂. But I do think that it's the most important part because even though RUclips is just one channel to express yourself, and of course, if someone just wants to stick to specific trends or just "post whatever" that's fine too, but I just find it refreshing when people treat it like a 'personal project' - it reflects not just authenticity but also drive and passion and that's so beautiful to watch. To give actual examples and stop being so wordy...let's take someone who is into hair content (*cough* 😊) I would try to first find the why behind it, similar to project management and starting with the 'goal' and what you're trying to achieve in order to create actual value but also differentiate yourself better i.e., is it to raise awareness/educate people, is it because you believe there's not a big enough market for certain areas you want to focus on, is it simply because you think that's what you're best at, etc etc. Taking the example where you think you're really good at it - I would do something like challenge myself by taking trips to different salons (preferably in different locations so you also get a trip out of it) and then categorizing the channel based on the different chapters throughout the journey i.e., the first section is a form of 'reportage' on each salon based on their 'history', 'styles', 'influences', geographical location etc. , the second section is your actual experiences in the salons by actually practicing/learning some of the hairstyle and showing the process, the third section can be you trying it out by yourself by doing a sort of pop-up salon where you go to unconventional areas or trendy events like festivals and try to style people's hairs (this way you also expand your social media presence lol) ... Obviously this is just a rough draft idea but I hope I portrayed my idea of a 'personal project' well!
Can't discount the fact that you have a family/support system, so that's another reason that you aren't scared about having to find another place to live -and the fact that you didn't pay rent for a year probably means you have savings. Also the fact that you've always had control over when you were employed.
I think Kelly stamps and people like her, doing RUclips part time is the answer. Explore new careees, working at a job and do RUclips on the side. When you feel like it. Have the other job to cover your expenses and RUclips to be extra income.
That makes total sense. One thing I'm learning from having RUclips, doing coaching, and doing consulting is that it's more fun (for me) to be involved in a bunch of stuff vs. just having the 1 thing.
I have learned that at least in my life, money comes and money goes. It's OK and quite normal for me to worry about not having enough money, but when the fear creeps in it's like it chases away any chance of money coming in for me, so I have to let go of the fear in order to survive.
Remember who you are and that abundance is already within you. If you are “wealthy” your reality has no choice but to reflect that. What I’ve noticed is that when I focus heavily on how to make money or even just trying to flip my thoughts to positive ones it doesn’t improve anything because I’m still focused on ‘lack’. HERE’S THE KEY: Accept that not having enough is simply a possibility. ( acknowledge the circumstance/fear and release it ) Go within to your “I Am” and shift your attention to the fact that you are abundant completely dropping that old mindset and getting you to the abundance that is already within. My favorite spiritual teacher Neville Goddard once said “You are already that which you want to be, and your refusal to believe it is the only reason you do not see it.” Don’t think of it as changing your reality, think of it as simply stepping into a new one, much love ❤️
You randomly showed up on my home page and I watched this entire video from beginning to end. As someone whos juggling the 9-5 and RUclips life as well, the reality is I dont feel secure in either of these environments either. I appreciate your transparency in this video and 100% sure you'll land on your feet. Wishing you all the best on your journey!! Interesting fact..I grew up in Silver Spring, MD myself. Got family in PG! 🙏
Ayyyeeee PG!!! I was considering moving back to Silver Spring but I've already lived there so I kinda wanna go somewhere new. Also LOVE that this randomly showed up on your home page and that it resonated!! I feel you on not feeling secure in either place and I appreciate you saying that I'll land on my feet. I'm excited for the journey ahead!!
"I literally just mind my business and those opportunities are just attracted to me" THIS is such a word because how can you attract things that are aligned with you when your nervous system is on 100.
LISTEN!!! As soon as I started finding peace and joy in my own body, the opportunities that matched swam right to me. I appreciate you leaving a comment Raihana!!
Thx for sharing, I also thought 9-5 were the right path for me but it made me miserable and depressed so now I tried RUclips and Idk where it’s gonna get me but I am not delusional I think nothing is stable anyway we should just go for it and see what happens
maybe because I'm an illustrator, I feel like I'd be fine if I suddenly got Stamps' level of money (not the fame) cause than there would be more time to make more stuff :D
“I know means that I have finally moved enough fear to be able to welcome in a new situation.” Loveee this perspective. Thank you for making this video!
CHIMDI!!!! I'll say this: fulfillment is a journey, not a destination. We have to question: Am I fulfilled, TODAY? If we can not answer that, the spiritual attacks of anxiety will follow us wherever we go. Great video, as always, sis!
AVIDAN!!! You are so right that fulfillment is a journey, moment by moment, day by day. I appreciate you tuning in and showing love here in the comments!!!
girl, you are one radiant human being. i felt so much love for you this entire time. the video felt so short because i was caught up admiring how beautiful your energy is. subscribed! can't wait to witness where you go next 💓
Education is a luxury and thank God for your sister that you had safety in pursuing what ever it is that you wanted to do. Trust me you are just finding yourself on the right side of the YT's algorithm every 3-6 years they completely trash all of the people that kept the lights on for this platform.
Great video, as a full time 9-5 employee and a new part time RUclipsr this video was refreshing. It randomly popped up on my timeline too. The metaphor you used about “reaching a new level” in a video game is very helpful for those who are feeling stuck in life. Thanks for sharing.
The old culture of influencers buying houses and cashing out, making a whole full time living is changing. Not worse, it’ll just be different. I think the market got way more saturated after 2020 too, which makes it harder to stick out vs pre COVID. This video was interesting, you’re well spoken. I clicked this video because I follow and watch both Lynette and Kelly. Love the hair too btw, you’re stunning 💕 Edit: I also have been having these exact thoughts. Partly why I did what I was most scared to do, I went back to school at 25. Humans need to be uncomfortable to grow and evolve, so we strive for stability, but then we get unhappy when we reach it. It’s a cycle 😂
Abbi!!! Thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰 I checked out your channel and I love your editing and storytelling, it's so engaging and dynamic! I LOVE that you overcame your fear and went back to school! It really is like that, we got comfortable and then have to challenge ourselves all over again!
Wait, I missed the haircut! I love it ❤ I watch Lynette's vlog & was heartbroken hearing about her channel. So glad she got it back. So much truth in this video 👏🏾 Might as well do what we love. Much love to sis for holding you down 💕 I'm excited for your next level of the game!
awww thank you Queen!!! Yeah, Lynette talking about RUclips being her therapy and how she was still recording even though she didn't know if she would have a channel to upload to 😢 But I'm so glad her community rode for her! And truly my sis is a REAL ONE! I'm so grateful. Let's see what's next 👀👀👀
You’re incredibly pleasant. A breath of fresh air! I’m currently jobless (after quitting and no job lined up) and at a breaking point - Do I apply to another soul sucking office job or give it all to my dream career? You have helped me answer that. Thank you.
Bailey!! Thank you so much 🥰🥰 And I HEAR you on that breaking point, it can be terrifying! I'm so glad this video helped you answer that question for yourself 💗
I love this video!! You’re so right about attracting, meeting that fear where it’s at, and life. I’m so glad you shared this video with the world. I’m also happy that I came across this video because I also have been feeling overwhelmed about applying for jobs. I also understand that I don’t want to operate in fear, so thank you again.
and here I am living with a family member, paying no rent, wanting to potentially do youtube but worried about stalkers/feeling exposed/etc, knowing i'll never go back to a 9-5 and just doing side hustles to get by. seeing you upleveling from a very similar situation actually gives me hope in my own situation. at this point i feel lost and like i'm not pursuing "my purpose," wishing for some kind of guidance, and knowing that finding that purpose won't fulfill me, so i'm just trying to take it day by day and see which direction life takes me in next. i also just recently quit weed, and your videos on quitting weed are how i found you. as an aside, if i can't afford to see you beyond the discovery call, can i still schedule that discovery call? you sound like the perfect creative guide for my next step but i can't afford coaching right now. thanks for making this❤
Whoaaa the similarities here are UNREAL! It makes me so happy to hear that sharing my story is giving you hope, that's the whole reason I wanted to do it. I can totally relate to that lost/purposeless feeling and just taking it day by day. It's definitely a challenge to be patient and wait for guidance and I'm still walking that path myself. And sure, feel free to still schedule a call! If nothing else, the conversation can plant and water some seeds that will sprout into something beautiful down the line!
You just described my situation but I started a RUclips channel and tbh it kinda helps but it’s a hard road. At least try and see for yourself! Hope we find something we love
@@Heyu7her3 yes I know I am in a position of extreme benefit right now. I'm just trying to figure out how to put myself out there in a way that works for me (I've experienced massive burnout from working before so that's why she's helping me out) so I CAN contribute in the future and give back to her. thanks for this reminder.
Judging from your name, I guess you’re Nigerian (in a way). Really thankful for this content cuz it really spoke to me. So much value. First video of you I’m seeing and I’m glad I did. SUBSCRIBED
Chimdi wow! This video was AMAZING. It’s been so cool to see you grow as the channel’s been growing and as I’ve been growing. (I started watching your videos when your channel was a wee baby!). You relate to the audience like an old friend and it’s so cozy! I’m also not concerned about you finding a new place. Whatever vibe you want, you’ll get! When it comes to fear, something tells me that it’s going to be an amazing guide instead of something to get rid of. I keep hearing this quote - “Fear is excitement without the breath” Sending lots of love/good vibes
Oooh Fear = Excitement minus Breath --- I LOVE THAT!!! And awww thank you for hanging out on my channel after all of these years!! It's pretty amazing how we're all just walking together and learning and growing as we go. And I LOVE your confidence in my next place and my ability to attract the vibe I want. From your lips to God's ears!!! THANK YOU FRIEND ❤❤❤
Your energy is resonant. I’m new to your channel, but it sounds like our journeys are somewhat similar. Trusting the next right things are coming. May the most creative and energetically aligned opportunities find you. 🤞🏾
This resonated with me! I’m operating with vibes and a bit of fear lmao I quit my 9-5 to be a creator full time but without a lot of savings sooooo I gotta make it work lol Looking forward to seeing where this journey takes you!
Ultimately I believe that it comes down to what do you want to do with your freedom ? What does freedom look like for you ? How can the work you do daily serve you while you’re serving it?
I get operating on vibes.😂😂 I swear. Currently I am at my most IDGAF. And it has brought me so much inner joy. Like I am just if shit is gonna happen might as well let it happen with me calm. I realized that my feelings are actually actions I take in response to circumstances. Like I F up then punish myself by entertaining feeling like shit as if to say "I can't be a bad person see I'm feeling bad." Now I take accountability to my actions both to myself and others but no way I'm gonna spend my energy punishing myself so some external thing can come out of nowhere and tell me you are actually a good person don't feel bad. This in turn some how, by some miracle is what is keeping me safe. I swear to God I don't know how I paid this month's rent after quitting my job with very minimal back up plan. Like my other job only pays me enough for my rent but some how there is plenty in my account to last me till the next month. When i was working at the job i quit i would be worrying about money constantly. Now not even quarter as much. I swear somehow shit just works out.
It is truly WILD how it really does all work out! I just sit back and let God show off at this point. AMEN to all of this inner joy and to leaving worry in the past. And I am so glad to hear you are no longer punishing yourself. It is a game-changer when we realize how much control we have over our emotions. I am so excited for the blessings to keep pouring into our lives!!!
Thank you for your candor and confirmation. I'm in my late 30's and just grasp the understanding that the chase is not where it is but truly understanding the journey in our evolution. I don't think we are taught to truly understand that. Running away has always been my go to. I'm a track star that has finally ran out of running space 😂. Your words spoke to my soul. Thank you. I'm sending you positive vibrations and prayers for success. Cheers!
Oh wow, I am so glad this resonated with you and found you just in time! I can totally relate to running from situations when I no longer feel safe in them, it's been amazing to pause and really ask myself, "What's going on?" And there's always a huge breakthrough on the other side and SO much capacity to actually be in my life.
I’ll see this video! you are doing it ! it’s important to affirm how we are safe and secure in our careers and changes in our life as well. if we are safe and secure in our self and fulfilled for self, we can be safe and secure in any situation that we are in in life.
thank you for sharing this update on your life and agree nothing is guaranteed--it's about knowing how to be resilient. i also agree that demonstrating how you move helps others see a process and empower them by seeing how/that something can be done (i have at least 4 people i know who quit their job and taking a long sabbatical after seeing me survive it). the thing you said about safety---whoo---thank you for pointing that out. deep down i think i knew that but hadn't grasped that as a real goal besides happiness. i recently coached someone (the 4th person who quit after the coaching) and helped them identify what they needed on a deeper level so that they move in a direction that leads them that gets them that. wishing you luck and excited to hear your journey of where you land next!! 💕💎🌟🍀
That is so cool how many people felt strong enough to take a sabbatical thanks to the example you set!! And YES GIRL, the safety thing was so real, even I didn't realize how much it was driving me! So the fact that my system can handle more uncertainty feels like such an achievement. Thank you for all of the luck, I'm excited to share my journey as it unfolds!!
This video and you as a person reminds me so much of my younger self, about 10 years ago. From experience, I am here to tell you the other side of your next challenge is magnificent!
You are 100% right, neither option is safe. I learned that lesson the hard way last year when I was laid off from jobs 3 times in one year. After that, 9-5's never felt like the safe option. That being said, I'm still choosing to work a 9-5 because the real benefit is the guaranteed income (as long as you continue working), stable schedule and there's a level of detachment I get to have (It's not my business so when I'm done for the day, I'm done!). I'm just choosing not to put my whole identity, hopes and dreams into what I do for a living. I just enjoy the ride, learning as much as I can while remembering not to get too comfortable. I stay ready so if I get laid off, I know I can always get another job. That being said, I'm still working on my own platforms outside of my 9-5 so I can have a creative outlet that is 100% mine without the pressure of having to make money from it. And if it ever makes money one day, that would be a nice bonus.
I love what you're saying about not making your work your whole identity!! That is so key. And it's beautiful to have full ownership and control over your creativity and to see any money that comes as an additional blessing! I'm sorry you experienced so many layoffs in such a short amount of time and I'm glad you have been able to enjoy the ride while knowing that if anything happens, you'll always be okay.
I’m ngl, I was unemployed for 9 months and im now 1 month into my new admin/personal assistant job. I too feel like I need to do more with social media, being a music artist and all. But I love having a paycheck. I love the structure. Maybe im comfy and scared. But if I can use the extra time to build my music career, I’ll happily jump on that ship when it takes off.
Chimdi!!!! You are so incredibly wise. I'm so proud of your growth. I'm so proud of how beautiful your spirit radiates through these RUclips streets. Sending so much love!
Yup.. did 11+ years in NYC, recently moved back to MD to be with family, heal and plan my next chapter. Positive and forward energy to everyone restarting!
Excellent content. You know you are good when and old dude like me (50yrs) can relate. You are on point. I quit my day job to pursue music 25 years ago. Best decision I ever made. All the best to you
Girl thank you for sharing this it resonated SO deeply bc I’m in the same boat of figuring out next steps and I can never stay put bc I gotta keep growing but moving through the fear is hard AF but WE GOT THIS SIS
Hi there ! This is the first video of yours im coming across , along with your channel , and i must say, i enjoy how real you and aware you are . This is refreshing to see, and i can relate to these cycles of life as well. Just really surprised and also overjoyed to see others openly sharing such notions about where they are in life and reflecting internally and externally. Love it. I was nodding and smiling because you reminded me a lot of various lessons i myself, should do best not to forget , along with challenges and how I processed dealing with perceived obstacles that only lead to positive , growth, and what i was ultimately reaching for subconsciously to achieve . It’s crazy how things work and unfold, especially once we let go and face things head on or with open arms . You are absolutely where you are suppose to be and already where you need and want to be. Thanks for this wonderful reminder . Also things tend to work for me very similar to what you mentioned . lol so im celebrating for you already! Thanks again for sharing !
Nyx!! I'm so glad you came across this video and my channel!! And it makes me so happy to hear you can relate not only to the life cycles but to the lessons and the blessings disguised as obstacles. AMEN to being exactly where I'm supposed to be and THANK YOU for celebrating with me!!! Love you!!! 🥰🥰🥰
We are in the same boat right now. Trying to find a house right now instead of living with family, and also taking a chance on my illustrative skills for money. Just discovered you and your channel. Your laugh sparks my inner child and joy 😂❤
heeehee aw yay!!!! So glad my cackles could bring you joy!! And I'm so excited for you to take this leap, it's going to bring so much new life to you!!
Sus I am currently going through this now my contract is up and this is the 3rd job in 3 years where it brought me back to the drawing board. But this time is different because I ask myself what can I learn from this situation and I am not freaking out. I literally have no worries because God is for me and not against me.
YES!!!! This 1000 PERCENT!!! Everything changes when we realize these situations have been created for our growth. I just know God is going to bring you something brilliant after this.
9 to 5 definitely gets overemphasized! I think sometimes it does get equated to "safe," "reliable," or "higher income" but... not really? 😂I'm actually intending at some point to do a video particularly for neurodivergent folks who are evaluating different options (e.g. "do I get a salaried gig?" "do I get something PT?" "do I consult?" "do I start a biz?") and my experience has been that it really comes down more to the actual relationship with the employer, regardless of status. Like, yeah, you have to do different taxes etc. and should definitely do the math on what you're actually earning based on the job, the type of job, and the tax status as well as figuring out what you realistically have spoons for in terms of seeking out work / doing paperwork / etc (and factor that into what you're willing to earn!), but I haven't found that there's actually THAT big a difference in terms of reliability since there's no "right to work" in the US-in fact, a contract job could be MORE reliable, though whether that's enforceable depends on whether you could pay a lawyer, so, shrug? A better indicator is probably "how stable is the employer or client base? How badly do they need me? How much work do they have for me? Do I trust them? Are they particularly excited to work with me?" And unfortunately, a lot of those answers are going to favor people with various sorts of privilege, womp womp. I haven't found much of a relationship between standard of living / amount of money and type of job, personally, but the kinds of things I spend money on DOES depend on how much I trust work to keep coming in. Anyway THOSE ARE MY THOUGHTS HI. 😂 (Can't remember if I mentioned in another comment but I just took a 25/hr/wk nonprofit Salesforce contract a few weeks ago for my own stability LOL, so this is timely.)
Avory!!! That makes so much sense about the actual company vs. the nature of the work itself. What's been really beautiful with the consulting I've been doing is that its helped me release the idea that working 9-5 is inherently soul-crushing. In fact, it's totally possible to find a DOPE "regular" job! And I totally hear you on the relationship between income and spending, I think I would do far more trips if I didn't have the excuse of being on a budget. But part of me believes I just outsourced my "no" to my budget and now that I've embodied stronger boundaries, I can just admit where and when I actually want to travel. And congrats on the stability of the contract!!! 🥳🥳🥳
I love your energy! This video showed up in time as I’m in transition too and I’m shaking in my boots ngl The “security” I felt with my current job is shaky and I don’t know what tomorrow will bring with all of the changes being made there. I’m under contract until June, but I’m trying to keep my Spidey senses on. After I watched this video though I realized I’m damned if I do, damned if I don’t. I can be doin my best work and be fired for something nonsensical so I’m trying to tap into other avenues and see where those take me.
Aly!!! Girl I HEAR you on the boots shaking!!! I am doing so much processing of fear but I am grateful to be releasing the energy from my body. Love what you said about your Spidey senses, truly there are so many avenues that can bring you what you want and need and I have no doubt you're going to see proof of that!!!
Thank you thank you thank you! This was so needed so much more than I knew! Thankful I listened all the way through! I know your next phase will be awesome! Good luck on moving for both you and your sister!
I adore your ability to be comfortable in your authenticity Chimdi! Btw, I’ve been reading a lot about the Law of Attraction lately, and you are choosing to go about your life the BEST way to be aligned with that natural law. I recently quit my job off vibes and it’s been fun seeing what has come to me when I follow my joy 😊
Thank you Jasree!!! And YES to living with the natural laws. As soon as I relaxed and started letting the blessings flow my way, things changed in a BIG way for me. I am so excited that you are having fun in this new season. CONGRATS!!!!!
I got kick out of youtube for creating content againy community guidelines. But here's the thing I have zero content. Like none. I emailed them etc. nothing. I lost all my playlists, fav video and watch later that i carefully categorized. I was shocked at how quickly it happened, and the lack of response. I Wondered if creators were aware of how fickle this RUclips thing is and how quickly it can get taken away
That is INSANE, I am so sorry that happened to you!!! And to have absolutely no response, is wild. Based on what I've seen (and from my own experience) it's like you theoretically something could happen but you really have no idea how everything could change in an instant.
@@chimdi what is sad for those with a blooming channel is that you can be demonetized without warning or reason. I saw a video of someone speaking on it sometimes last year. So those using this platform, especially those who have a stream of income should make arrangements in the event something unfortunate happen. Whereby they can start over or continue without too much hindrance. It will be bad but something to soften the blow.
Deep down we want to play. We wanna be like kids 👧🏾 that’s honestly what it is. We want to be able to run and explore, color, crush on , whatever it is we just wanna be kids, free from doubt and able to simply be 😊
loved this video + your entire perception. when i was working a 9-5 i definitely also had the experience of being made redundant multiple times which actually ultimately enabled me to go for what i *really* wanted to do. i realised nothing is safe anyway, we're in one massive unknown, we may as well go for what we desire. (and yesss somehow there's always wisdom to find in jim carrey's words :D )
“Don’t let your happiness depend on something you may lose.” C. S. Lewis Girl you are spot on. Every point you’ve made in this video takes me back to God’s words which literally teach the same thing: don’t place your hopes in “worldly/material” things, but place it in HIM who is the only one who can fill you with lasting joy! “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:19-21
AMEN SPENCER!!!! Walking with God is the reason I'm able to walk by faith and not by sight in the first place!!! Thank you for blessing this comment section with the Word!!!
I recently got a raise/bonus and it triggered an existential crisis. I don't have a social media presence, don't have a hustler's bone in my body, have no deep desire for material things - my car is paid off, and I'm still wearing clothes from ages ago. The raise/bonus was triggerring because it conflicted with my deep sense of contentment with not having or needing more. Here I was, earning more and getting sickened by it. I know it's a very privileged perspective, but I hope I'm able to choose and seek more than the comfort of the monotony of the 9 - 5 ladder climbing and wealth accumulation - to do more that surpasses just being a cog in the wheel of the twilight zone that is the bottomless pit of fulfillment. I want more, but not more money. I hope I can be motivated to have more. I wish you all the best on your next path!!
It makes total sense what you're saying, especially if the reason you got comfortable with not having a lot is because you accepted at a young age that it wasn't going to come so there was no point. And now your wholeness is attracting more because that's the most attractive frequency. I'm excited for you to get comfortable with true abundance, it's the truth of who you are!!!
Thank u for sharing your truth. Life can and is scary at times. It's what you do about that can either make or break u. For me, I am not working at the moment, but, I have found my passion of going back to school. I am taking up psychology. At this time, I don't know what specific career I would like to obtain. I love writing so research is something I could possibly do. I would like to purchase a home too. Tired of renting. My answer to all of this is to trust the process.... God knows what is best for u and I. Keep moving forward with positivitx. Hope u will find ur purpose. God Bless! 😊
Amen to trusting the process!!! And you'r so right that it all comes down to how we handle and release the fear that comes up. It's amazing that you found your passion with psychology and I know that you'll attract the exact right career to leverage your degree! CONGRATS!!!
Must be nice to not have kids and not feel pressured to ALWAYS have a plan and aim for perfection even though you repeatedly fail. Hughhh must be nice 😂😂😂
Whew girl it IS nice!!! But when you show your kids your imperfections, you teach them that they still deserve love even if they don't get everything right ❤️ They're blessed to have you as a mom!
I love this video. I'm in a very uncertain place at the moment, but I'm trusting my intuition and leaning into the unexpected, beautiful things that have always found me at low points. Six years ago when I was in a really awful spot, the answer was to travel the world full time, although I'd just lost all of my clients. I ended up traveling for 3 years, living in luxury homes for free and it was all so much better and less expensive than living in my studio apartment in Los Angeles. Life has surprises and sometimes they're far better than we would have imagined.
FAR BETTER THAN WE WOULD HAVE IMAGINED!!! I absolutely love this experience you mentioned, it's amazing what can happen when we trust our intuition and allow life to BLESS US!!!
Thank u for ur video. The most interesting and wisest point u made is we can live with diminishing the binary of living safe vs. growing. It really encouraged me to go out and do more things like drawing stuff, and i’m sure it helped many people who’ve come across this video.
Glad this popped up on my feed. Totally agree with this 💯 The 9-5 is getting to me as well. I'm a guy who needs freedom from stress and drama. Much love!!
@@chimdi Thank you so much as well, Chimdi for blessing me with your comments and you're so very welcome and appreciate you a lot!!! You're absolutely 💯right...I do deserve more than stress and drama and so do you as well 🥰❤ Praying every day for you to have the best in life!!!🙏🏽
RUclips took my husband channel for no reason and I believe they did that so they wouldn't have to pay him anymore. Social media to me now is like celebrity status. They pick and choose who they want to keep moving forward with. I just don't stress anymore about it.
My husband shared your channel with me and this video resonates with me so much. I have felt lost for a while and also know I feel called to share my creativity in a way that serves my highest good outside of these platforms. It almost feels like RUclips has become a place where people only want monetary rewards when I remember it being about sharing our passions. This was a reminder to trust in divine timing and that my passions will guide towards true fulfilment. Thank you for being you! You are beaming and you’re smile is contagious ✨🫶🏽
Amen to your passions guiding you towards true fulfillment!!!! I'm so glad your husband shared my channel with you and that it's been able to remind you of how divinely led you are! I can tell you're going to move through this season of feeling lost and get right back into alignment. Sending you so much love!!!!!
It’s crazy. I “failed” at a 9-5 after being unemployed for years. Now I feel like I’m “unsafe” again but I literally refuse to be in that prison again because I never wanted a 9-5 to begin with (not saying all 9-5s are bad though) *unsafe as in making a monetary living. I’m technically in a super safe living situation
I am SO glad you are prioritizing your freedom Victoria!!! It can be tough when the 9-5 is normal to make a different choice and it's brave what you're doing.
let's not forget they deleted my tiktok😂😂 i love this video. i think we've all been tricked into chasing external achievements but once you reach them you realize they don't mean as much
Not THEE Lynette commenting on my video???? And whew the trickery is real, even the success of this video is mirroring to me that the joy is in climbing the mountain not in any peak I'm imagining reaching. Thank you for continuing to share your gifts with us!!!
What was the reason your channel was deleted? I will go check out your channel after I finish this video.
Trusting your intuition, even when its scary is so underrated! Loved the message ❤
**tight hugs**
I resonate sooo deeply with what you’re saying about having done the work to move to the “next level” and moving as a symbol of that. I have a week to move out of an apartment that I once felt trapped in yet was so afraid of leaving. I am feeling overwhelmed and a bit unsure of what my life will look like post move. I am looking forward to it though and am thankful for it all. Blessing to you on your journey 🤍🦋🍃🙏
"Whenever you put your fulfillement in something that's outside of you, you're always going to be disappointed" 100%. Always.
Listen!!!!!
I wrote this down lol
Learned this the hard way. I was so willing to put all my ideas effort and energy into somethijg bigger than me because i thought it would get me to a certain place & it would be easier & made more sense but realized why not put all that into myself? Mindboggling
@@thedailydopaminedoseYup, lemme screenshot this!
That's why I stress the importance of not calling yourself a "RUclipsr" if you want to get into content creation.
RUclips is just somewhere to upload video.
If you worked at The New York Times writing articles would you call yourself "A NewYorker?" No you would say you're a writer.
People need to understand that building a business outside of these platforms is the key. You are the profession and not the platform.
Okay you NAILED it!!! These platforms come and go. I just heard about the legislation around TikTok getting passed in the House of Reps! So we need to remember that we are not the platform.
Woahhh... This is it! Well said
A WORD
You said it! ❤
I would even stretch that and say the profession is what you do, not who you are. Then, look into the "why"--why did you choose this profession, what about it intrigued/intrigues you, etc.
While no job or career is free of risks, the reality is that a “9 to 5” and other traditional work is more reliable at producing something close to a living wage than social media careers. We really have terrible statistics on the success rate of content creators and of the finances of a social media career. We have confirmation bias because the creators most of us watch have some degree of success. I think people should pursue their dreams and interests, but that can be done while also being engaged in some form of traditional employment.
The only true safety is the sanctuary you cultivate within. These jobs, hell the entire job market itself, is predicated on siphoning your life energy with this notion that the money you make will give you access to a better life.
But honestly, its turned people into masochists, and I see people absorb struggle and suffering for this hypothetical pot of gold at the end of the road.
Chimidi, YOU are the wealth, the pot of gold, the million dollar investment, walk with that energy no matter what situation you find yourself in, you got this shit 🧡
🥹🥹🥹 You are so kind!!! And I know what you mean in terms of seeing people struggle for an idea they've created in their head about how their life could be. It's been a journey trying to shake myself out of repeating the same cycle in my own life. AMEN to walking with the energy of BEING the wealth, everywhere I go!!!
Love this ❤
This popped on my feed at the right time. I've been working since I was 16 and I just turned 27 3 months ago. I told my family, coach, and a few friends how my soul is just tired and depleted of everything. Right now after just going out on a walk and taking breaks, I have a new aspect on life. I have put so much effort and work into things just to be safe, have money, but my soul is tugging at me to risk it all and go after the thing I've been working towards since I was 6. And I am finally going to do it, walking away from 9-5 and into my destiny.....
A DECADE PLUS of working is no joke!! It's incredible what you've been able to achieve with that and I am SO GLAD you are letting yourself breathe and relax and actually listen to your soul's calling. I just know you're going to be rewarded for it.
@@chimdi thank you 🩷. Wishing you amazing blessings on your journey as well 🫶🏽
Thank you!!!!
What are you going to do next?
Same. I started working the moment I turned 15, not out of choice but because my mom stopped taking care of me and I haven’t been without a job since. With inflation going on I had to take on a second job working 80-90 hours a week to just keep up. I realized I needed to quit when I came home ready to faint and had a bloody nose from how exhausted I genuinely was. Existing is draining truly.
Don’t you just love the moments where you realize you’ve mentally leveled up!? That shit is Amazing!
LITERALLY!!!! Like WHOA how many levels ARE THERE???
@@chimdi according to AH, when you get to the end you’re dead🤣
lmaoooo LITERALLY
Right. Vlogging is to SHOW YOUR LIFE. Not CREATE a fake life to show. Ppl have made it their livelihood. I almost did it as well and I’m like girl what is my life outside of it. Am I still sustaining and living?
It becomes SO easy to start doing things FOR the camera if you aren't careful. But we are people first before we are content creators!
Definitely. RUclipsr's (or anyone with a lot of 'freedom' or 'time on their hands') tend to not challenge themselves enough because they have the option of such. Like the concept of delayed gratification, our innate attempt to be 'comfortable' and 'happy' isn't actually the best thing for us. I personally love it when a RUclipsr turns their channel into a personal project rather than an income stream, and actually challenges themselves and grows through it. It creates transferable skills that can benefit not just within the workforce but also on a personal level. Same kinds of risk, investment, thought, creativity, and commitment all needed in various environments of life.
You really nailed it about the risk, creativity and commitment that we can build as a RUclips creator being the same skills we use in other areas of our life!! It really is a choice to keep stepping up to challenges when we can coast instead. It's really beautiful when people model it for us because the temptation to stay comfortable is STRONG 😩
Could you give some examples of ways that you think content creators on RUclips could turn channels into a personal project rather than a strenuous form of income ?
@@_theebreemaree Sure! A big portion of what I said can also be reduced to just finding your passion and trying to execute it in the best way you can, which of course is easier said than done as it can give you an existential crisis 😂. But I do think that it's the most important part because even though RUclips is just one channel to express yourself, and of course, if someone just wants to stick to specific trends or just "post whatever" that's fine too, but I just find it refreshing when people treat it like a 'personal project' - it reflects not just authenticity but also drive and passion and that's so beautiful to watch. To give actual examples and stop being so wordy...let's take someone who is into hair content (*cough* 😊) I would try to first find the why behind it, similar to project management and starting with the 'goal' and what you're trying to achieve in order to create actual value but also differentiate yourself better i.e., is it to raise awareness/educate people, is it because you believe there's not a big enough market for certain areas you want to focus on, is it simply because you think that's what you're best at, etc etc. Taking the example where you think you're really good at it - I would do something like challenge myself by taking trips to different salons (preferably in different locations so you also get a trip out of it) and then categorizing the channel based on the different chapters throughout the journey i.e., the first section is a form of 'reportage' on each salon based on their 'history', 'styles', 'influences', geographical location etc. , the second section is your actual experiences in the salons by actually practicing/learning some of the hairstyle and showing the process, the third section can be you trying it out by yourself by doing a sort of pop-up salon where you go to unconventional areas or trendy events like festivals and try to style people's hairs (this way you also expand your social media presence lol) ... Obviously this is just a rough draft idea but I hope I portrayed my idea of a 'personal project' well!
@@rstart.1276 thank you so much for your time & I appreciate your break down.
@@rstart.1276 very clear and gives me a lot of ideas .
Can't discount the fact that you have a family/support system, so that's another reason that you aren't scared about having to find another place to live -and the fact that you didn't pay rent for a year probably means you have savings. Also the fact that you've always had control over when you were employed.
Oh I would NEVER discount that! I am beyond blessed 😭😭😭
I think Kelly stamps and people like her, doing RUclips part time is the answer. Explore new careees, working at a job and do RUclips on the side. When you feel like it. Have the other job to cover your expenses and RUclips to be extra income.
That makes total sense. One thing I'm learning from having RUclips, doing coaching, and doing consulting is that it's more fun (for me) to be involved in a bunch of stuff vs. just having the 1 thing.
Yeah but then the main job can be exhausting with the management and leadership teams always needing to impress them in order to get promoted
No, this absolutely would not work for me. I have zero desire to clock in, but if it works for some people, cool.
You're absolutely in the right mindset. No more chasing, just doing the energetical work, and attracting! May all the good things come your way!
AMEN!!!! Thank you Yara Mel!!!!
I have learned that at least in my life, money comes and money goes. It's OK and quite normal for me to worry about not having enough money, but when the fear creeps in it's like it chases away any chance of money coming in for me, so I have to let go of the fear in order to survive.
Exactly this!!! I heard a quote on a podcast that I've been repeating ever since, "You can't worry your way to abundance."
@@chimdi Oh, that's a very good quote, I'm gonna use that, too, thank you! I look forward to watching your journey!! ❤❤
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Remember who you are and that abundance is already within you. If you are “wealthy” your reality has no choice but to reflect that. What I’ve noticed is that when I focus heavily on how to make money or even just trying to flip my thoughts to positive ones it doesn’t improve anything because I’m still focused on ‘lack’. HERE’S THE KEY: Accept that not having enough is simply a possibility. ( acknowledge the circumstance/fear and release it ) Go within to your “I Am” and shift your attention to the fact that you are abundant completely dropping that old mindset and getting you to the abundance that is already within.
My favorite spiritual teacher Neville Goddard once said “You are already that which you want to be, and your refusal to believe it is the only reason you do not see it.”
Don’t think of it as changing your reality, think of it as simply stepping into a new one, much love ❤️
ALSO seeing challenges as a new level in life and approaching your life as a video game is SUCH a great perspective!!!
🥰🥰🥰 thank you!!! It has really helped shift me out of that victim mindset for SURE!
You randomly showed up on my home page and I watched this entire video from beginning to end.
As someone whos juggling the 9-5 and RUclips life as well, the reality is I dont feel secure in either of these environments either. I appreciate your transparency in this video and 100% sure you'll land on your feet. Wishing you all the best on your journey!!
Interesting fact..I grew up in Silver Spring, MD myself. Got family in PG! 🙏
Ayyyeeee PG!!! I was considering moving back to Silver Spring but I've already lived there so I kinda wanna go somewhere new.
Also LOVE that this randomly showed up on your home page and that it resonated!! I feel you on not feeling secure in either place and I appreciate you saying that I'll land on my feet. I'm excited for the journey ahead!!
"I literally just mind my business and those opportunities are just attracted to me" THIS is such a word because how can you attract things that are aligned with you when your nervous system is on 100.
LISTEN!!! As soon as I started finding peace and joy in my own body, the opportunities that matched swam right to me. I appreciate you leaving a comment Raihana!!
Thx for sharing, I also thought 9-5 were the right path for me but it made me miserable and depressed so now I tried RUclips and Idk where it’s gonna get me but I am not delusional I think nothing is stable anyway we should just go for it and see what happens
LITERALLY!!!! Just go for it! I am so glad you removed yourself from a path that was making you miserable and depressed, you deserve so much more
Love this comment 🤍
@@Tianainflow thx ❤️
Whenever you put your fulfillment into something outside of Jesus you will be disappointed. 😕
FACTS
THIS👆🏽
i believe the key to life is learning to be thankful of what you have and where you are
YOU NAILED IT VALERY
maybe because I'm an illustrator, I feel like I'd be fine if I suddenly got Stamps' level of money (not the fame) cause than there would be more time to make more stuff :D
The Stamps money without any of the drama of being followed around = the dream 😭
“I know means that I have finally moved enough fear to be able to welcome in a new situation.” Loveee this perspective. Thank you for making this video!
❤️❤️❤️ I'm so glad it resonated!!! Thank you for watching and leaving a comment 🥰
CHIMDI!!!!
I'll say this: fulfillment is a journey, not a destination. We have to question: Am I fulfilled, TODAY? If we can not answer that, the spiritual attacks of anxiety will follow us wherever we go.
Great video, as always, sis!
AVIDAN!!! You are so right that fulfillment is a journey, moment by moment, day by day. I appreciate you tuning in and showing love here in the comments!!!
girl, you are one radiant human being. i felt so much love for you this entire time. the video felt so short because i was caught up admiring how beautiful your energy is. subscribed! can't wait to witness where you go next 💓
Poulomi!!! 🥹🥹🥹 YOU ARE SO KIND!!! Thank you for all of your love and for witnessing me, it means the world!
Education is a luxury and thank God for your sister that you had safety in pursuing what ever it is that you wanted to do. Trust me you are just finding yourself on the right side of the YT's algorithm every 3-6 years they completely trash all of the people that kept the lights on for this platform.
So grateful for my sis!!
Great video, as a full time 9-5 employee and a new part time RUclipsr this video was refreshing. It randomly popped up on my timeline too. The metaphor you used about “reaching a new level” in a video game is very helpful for those who are feeling stuck in life. Thanks for sharing.
Oh awesome, congrats on starting your channel!! And I'm glad it resonated Isaiah!!!
The old culture of influencers buying houses and cashing out, making a whole full time living is changing. Not worse, it’ll just be different. I think the market got way more saturated after 2020 too, which makes it harder to stick out vs pre COVID. This video was interesting, you’re well spoken. I clicked this video because I follow and watch both Lynette and Kelly. Love the hair too btw, you’re stunning 💕
Edit: I also have been having these exact thoughts. Partly why I did what I was most scared to do, I went back to school at 25. Humans need to be uncomfortable to grow and evolve, so we strive for stability, but then we get unhappy when we reach it. It’s a cycle 😂
Abbi!!! Thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰 I checked out your channel and I love your editing and storytelling, it's so engaging and dynamic! I LOVE that you overcame your fear and went back to school! It really is like that, we got comfortable and then have to challenge ourselves all over again!
Wait, I missed the haircut! I love it ❤ I watch Lynette's vlog & was heartbroken hearing about her channel. So glad she got it back. So much truth in this video 👏🏾 Might as well do what we love. Much love to sis for holding you down 💕 I'm excited for your next level of the game!
awww thank you Queen!!! Yeah, Lynette talking about RUclips being her therapy and how she was still recording even though she didn't know if she would have a channel to upload to 😢 But I'm so glad her community rode for her! And truly my sis is a REAL ONE! I'm so grateful. Let's see what's next 👀👀👀
You’re incredibly pleasant. A breath of fresh air!
I’m currently jobless (after quitting and no job lined up) and at a breaking point - Do I apply to another soul sucking office job or give it all to my dream career?
You have helped me answer that. Thank you.
Bailey!! Thank you so much 🥰🥰 And I HEAR you on that breaking point, it can be terrifying! I'm so glad this video helped you answer that question for yourself 💗
I love this video!! You’re so right about attracting, meeting that fear where it’s at, and life. I’m so glad you shared this video with the world. I’m also happy that I came across this video because I also have been feeling overwhelmed about applying for jobs. I also understand that I don’t want to operate in fear, so thank you again.
Demi!!! Yay, I am so glad you found this right on time and that it resonated with you!!!
and here I am living with a family member, paying no rent, wanting to potentially do youtube but worried about stalkers/feeling exposed/etc, knowing i'll never go back to a 9-5 and just doing side hustles to get by. seeing you upleveling from a very similar situation actually gives me hope in my own situation. at this point i feel lost and like i'm not pursuing "my purpose," wishing for some kind of guidance, and knowing that finding that purpose won't fulfill me, so i'm just trying to take it day by day and see which direction life takes me in next. i also just recently quit weed, and your videos on quitting weed are how i found you.
as an aside, if i can't afford to see you beyond the discovery call, can i still schedule that discovery call? you sound like the perfect creative guide for my next step but i can't afford coaching right now.
thanks for making this❤
Whoaaa the similarities here are UNREAL! It makes me so happy to hear that sharing my story is giving you hope, that's the whole reason I wanted to do it.
I can totally relate to that lost/purposeless feeling and just taking it day by day. It's definitely a challenge to be patient and wait for guidance and I'm still walking that path myself.
And sure, feel free to still schedule a call! If nothing else, the conversation can plant and water some seeds that will sprout into something beautiful down the line!
You just described my situation but I started a RUclips channel and tbh it kinda helps but it’s a hard road.
At least try and see for yourself!
Hope we find something we love
God bless I hope things work out in your highest favour
@@Heyu7her3 yes I know I am in a position of extreme benefit right now. I'm just trying to figure out how to put myself out there in a way that works for me (I've experienced massive burnout from working before so that's why she's helping me out) so I CAN contribute in the future and give back to her. thanks for this reminder.
And winner for the prettiest smile award goes to…! Your smile and personality are gorgeous and infectious!🙌🏾❤
Aw Kris!!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
That thumbnail reeled me in.. I been thinking she was bored of her content which is normal, I even took a break and I work in social media lol
hahaha totally! Especially if you're life is chill and you're not going out every day or taking a trip every weekend lol
Same I watch Lynette too
Chimdi I love the new cut you look adorable 😍 the blonde was Kool but this suites you much better!
Keep this look 👌 love it❤
Thank you!!!!!
RUclips will always be a side hustle!!
Judging from your name, I guess you’re Nigerian (in a way). Really thankful for this content cuz it really spoke to me. So much value.
First video of you I’m seeing and I’m glad I did. SUBSCRIBED
Oh yay, I'm glad it provided value!! And yup, I was born in the US but both of my parents were born in Nigeria. Thank you for subscribing 🥰🥰🥰
Chimdi wow! This video was AMAZING. It’s been so cool to see you grow as the channel’s been growing and as I’ve been growing. (I started watching your videos when your channel was a wee baby!). You relate to the audience like an old friend and it’s so cozy! I’m also not concerned about you finding a new place. Whatever vibe you want, you’ll get! When it comes to fear, something tells me that it’s going to be an amazing guide instead of something to get rid of. I keep hearing this quote - “Fear is excitement without the breath” Sending lots of love/good vibes
Oooh Fear = Excitement minus Breath --- I LOVE THAT!!! And awww thank you for hanging out on my channel after all of these years!! It's pretty amazing how we're all just walking together and learning and growing as we go. And I LOVE your confidence in my next place and my ability to attract the vibe I want. From your lips to God's ears!!! THANK YOU FRIEND ❤❤❤
Your energy is resonant. I’m new to your channel, but it sounds like our journeys are somewhat similar. Trusting the next right things are coming. May the most creative and energetically aligned opportunities find you. 🤞🏾
Anzu!!! Welcome to my channel 🥰🥰🥰 I appreciate you blessing the comment section and blessing ME! 🥹❤️
This resonated with me! I’m operating with vibes and a bit of fear lmao I quit my 9-5 to be a creator full time but without a lot of savings sooooo I gotta make it work lol
Looking forward to seeing where this journey takes you!
Grace!! Honestly, hearing I'm not the only operating like this makes me feel so much better 🥹 WE GOT THIS!!!
Ultimately I believe that it comes down to what do you want to do with your freedom ? What does freedom look like for you ? How can the work you do daily serve you while you’re serving it?
Amen to all of this Quell!!
I get operating on vibes.😂😂 I swear. Currently I am at my most IDGAF. And it has brought me so much inner joy. Like I am just if shit is gonna happen might as well let it happen with me calm. I realized that my feelings are actually actions I take in response to circumstances. Like I F up then punish myself by entertaining feeling like shit as if to say "I can't be a bad person see I'm feeling bad." Now I take accountability to my actions both to myself and others but no way I'm gonna spend my energy punishing myself so some external thing can come out of nowhere and tell me you are actually a good person don't feel bad. This in turn some how, by some miracle is what is keeping me safe. I swear to God I don't know how I paid this month's rent after quitting my job with very minimal back up plan. Like my other job only pays me enough for my rent but some how there is plenty in my account to last me till the next month. When i was working at the job i quit i would be worrying about money constantly. Now not even quarter as much. I swear somehow shit just works out.
It is truly WILD how it really does all work out! I just sit back and let God show off at this point. AMEN to all of this inner joy and to leaving worry in the past. And I am so glad to hear you are no longer punishing yourself. It is a game-changer when we realize how much control we have over our emotions. I am so excited for the blessings to keep pouring into our lives!!!
Thank you for your candor and confirmation. I'm in my late 30's and just grasp the understanding that the chase is not where it is but truly understanding the journey in our evolution. I don't think we are taught to truly understand that. Running away has always been my go to. I'm a track star that has finally ran out of running space 😂. Your words spoke to my soul. Thank you. I'm sending you positive vibrations and prayers for success. Cheers!
Oh wow, I am so glad this resonated with you and found you just in time! I can totally relate to running from situations when I no longer feel safe in them, it's been amazing to pause and really ask myself, "What's going on?" And there's always a huge breakthrough on the other side and SO much capacity to actually be in my life.
@@chimdi 1000% I agree
I’ll see this video! you are doing it ! it’s important to affirm how we are safe and secure in our careers and changes in our life as well. if we are safe and secure in our self and fulfilled for self, we can be safe and secure in any situation that we are in in life.
AMEN!!!!
thank you for sharing this update on your life and agree nothing is guaranteed--it's about knowing how to be resilient. i also agree that demonstrating how you move helps others see a process and empower them by seeing how/that something can be done (i have at least 4 people i know who quit their job and taking a long sabbatical after seeing me survive it). the thing you said about safety---whoo---thank you for pointing that out. deep down i think i knew that but hadn't grasped that as a real goal besides happiness. i recently coached someone (the 4th person who quit after the coaching) and helped them identify what they needed on a deeper level so that they move in a direction that leads them that gets them that. wishing you luck and excited to hear your journey of where you land next!! 💕💎🌟🍀
That is so cool how many people felt strong enough to take a sabbatical thanks to the example you set!! And YES GIRL, the safety thing was so real, even I didn't realize how much it was driving me! So the fact that my system can handle more uncertainty feels like such an achievement. Thank you for all of the luck, I'm excited to share my journey as it unfolds!!
I loved being an essential laborer & actually contributing something. Just gotta figure out my capacity but itching to have routine back in my life...
It is SO WEIRD not having a set routine, I literally have to make up stuff to do because I spent my whole life relying on other people to tell me 😭
This video and you as a person reminds me so much of my younger self, about 10 years ago. From experience, I am here to tell you the other side of your next challenge is magnificent!
AMEN!!!! Thank you for confirming this!!!!
You are 100% right, neither option is safe. I learned that lesson the hard way last year when I was laid off from jobs 3 times in one year. After that, 9-5's never felt like the safe option. That being said, I'm still choosing to work a 9-5 because the real benefit is the guaranteed income (as long as you continue working), stable schedule and there's a level of detachment I get to have (It's not my business so when I'm done for the day, I'm done!). I'm just choosing not to put my whole identity, hopes and dreams into what I do for a living. I just enjoy the ride, learning as much as I can while remembering not to get too comfortable. I stay ready so if I get laid off, I know I can always get another job. That being said, I'm still working on my own platforms outside of my 9-5 so I can have a creative outlet that is 100% mine without the pressure of having to make money from it. And if it ever makes money one day, that would be a nice bonus.
I love what you're saying about not making your work your whole identity!! That is so key. And it's beautiful to have full ownership and control over your creativity and to see any money that comes as an additional blessing! I'm sorry you experienced so many layoffs in such a short amount of time and I'm glad you have been able to enjoy the ride while knowing that if anything happens, you'll always be okay.
Sounds like we work for others no matter what. ❤
Truly. Unless we're off the grid and living off the land, we're in the business of giving and receiving value.
This was a fabulous take.
Evie!!! You bless me 🥹
I’m ngl, I was unemployed for 9 months and im now 1 month into my new admin/personal assistant job. I too feel like I need to do more with social media, being a music artist and all. But I love having a paycheck. I love the structure. Maybe im comfy and scared. But if I can use the extra time to build my music career, I’ll happily jump on that ship when it takes off.
A paycheck and structure are undefeated!! Definitely take that time and build that career so you can bless us with your music!!
Chimdi!!!! You are so incredibly wise. I'm so proud of your growth. I'm so proud of how beautiful your spirit radiates through these RUclips streets. Sending so much love!
Awww thank you Tiffany!!! Thank you for walking with me!!!
Yup.. did 11+ years in NYC, recently moved back to MD to be with family, heal and plan my next chapter.
Positive and forward energy to everyone restarting!
I just know this next chapter is going to be so beautiful for you!!!
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Good for you! Sounds like an amazing journey ahead.
Excellent content. You know you are good when and old dude like me (50yrs) can relate. You are on point. I quit my day job to pursue music 25 years ago. Best decision I ever made. All the best to you
hahaha Frank you are timeless!!! I appreciate you watching and I love that you are out here living the dream!!!
Girl thank you for sharing this it resonated SO deeply bc I’m in the same boat of figuring out next steps and I can never stay put bc I gotta keep growing but moving through the fear is hard AF but WE GOT THIS SIS
yessss WE GOT THIS!!!
Hi there ! This is the first video of yours im coming across , along with your channel , and i must say, i enjoy how real you and aware you are . This is refreshing to see, and i can relate to these cycles of life as well. Just really surprised and also overjoyed to see others openly sharing such notions about where they are in life and reflecting internally and externally. Love it. I was nodding and smiling because you reminded me a lot of various lessons i myself, should do best not to forget , along with challenges and how I processed dealing with perceived obstacles that only lead to positive , growth, and what i was ultimately reaching for subconsciously to achieve . It’s crazy how things work and unfold, especially once we let go and face things head on or with open arms . You are absolutely where you are suppose to be and already where you need and want to be. Thanks for this wonderful reminder . Also things tend to work for me very similar to what you mentioned . lol so im celebrating for you already! Thanks again for sharing !
Nyx!! I'm so glad you came across this video and my channel!! And it makes me so happy to hear you can relate not only to the life cycles but to the lessons and the blessings disguised as obstacles. AMEN to being exactly where I'm supposed to be and THANK YOU for celebrating with me!!! Love you!!! 🥰🥰🥰
You’re such good vibes - I really enjoyed this! Wishing you all the best 😊🫶🏽
awww thank you girl!!! 🥰🥰🥰
When I look at you sis I see Female LEAD. THE ONES WHO GET IT GET IT. God bless you May the Lord Jesus be watching over you always!
hahaha THANK YOU!!!! ❤❤❤❤ And AMEN!!!
I love your attitude and perspective. Good luck with whatever you do!
❤️❤️❤️ Thank you Ti!!!
We are in the same boat right now. Trying to find a house right now instead of living with family, and also taking a chance on my illustrative skills for money. Just discovered you and your channel. Your laugh sparks my inner child and joy 😂❤
heeehee aw yay!!!! So glad my cackles could bring you joy!! And I'm so excited for you to take this leap, it's going to bring so much new life to you!!
Sus I am currently going through this now my contract is up and this is the 3rd job in 3 years where it brought me back to the drawing board. But this time is different because I ask myself what can I learn from this situation and I am not freaking out. I literally have no worries because God is for me and not against me.
YES!!!! This 1000 PERCENT!!! Everything changes when we realize these situations have been created for our growth. I just know God is going to bring you something brilliant after this.
9 to 5 definitely gets overemphasized! I think sometimes it does get equated to "safe," "reliable," or "higher income" but... not really? 😂I'm actually intending at some point to do a video particularly for neurodivergent folks who are evaluating different options (e.g. "do I get a salaried gig?" "do I get something PT?" "do I consult?" "do I start a biz?") and my experience has been that it really comes down more to the actual relationship with the employer, regardless of status.
Like, yeah, you have to do different taxes etc. and should definitely do the math on what you're actually earning based on the job, the type of job, and the tax status as well as figuring out what you realistically have spoons for in terms of seeking out work / doing paperwork / etc (and factor that into what you're willing to earn!), but I haven't found that there's actually THAT big a difference in terms of reliability since there's no "right to work" in the US-in fact, a contract job could be MORE reliable, though whether that's enforceable depends on whether you could pay a lawyer, so, shrug? A better indicator is probably "how stable is the employer or client base? How badly do they need me? How much work do they have for me? Do I trust them? Are they particularly excited to work with me?" And unfortunately, a lot of those answers are going to favor people with various sorts of privilege, womp womp.
I haven't found much of a relationship between standard of living / amount of money and type of job, personally, but the kinds of things I spend money on DOES depend on how much I trust work to keep coming in. Anyway THOSE ARE MY THOUGHTS HI. 😂 (Can't remember if I mentioned in another comment but I just took a 25/hr/wk nonprofit Salesforce contract a few weeks ago for my own stability LOL, so this is timely.)
Avory!!!
That makes so much sense about the actual company vs. the nature of the work itself. What's been really beautiful with the consulting I've been doing is that its helped me release the idea that working 9-5 is inherently soul-crushing. In fact, it's totally possible to find a DOPE "regular" job!
And I totally hear you on the relationship between income and spending, I think I would do far more trips if I didn't have the excuse of being on a budget. But part of me believes I just outsourced my "no" to my budget and now that I've embodied stronger boundaries, I can just admit where and when I actually want to travel.
And congrats on the stability of the contract!!! 🥳🥳🥳
You are VERY brave. Wish you the best of success.
Awww thank you!!! And you as well ❤️❤️❤️
wow girl this video is so random to pop up on my feed but much I needed this, thank you
Chantal!! I'm so glad it was right on time for you ❤️
Im currently in the same space. On vibes is a good plan for now.
Listen!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Appreciate you leaving a comment Jhanelle!!
I love your energy! This video showed up in time as I’m in transition too and I’m shaking in my boots ngl The “security” I felt with my current job is shaky and I don’t know what tomorrow will bring with all of the changes being made there. I’m under contract until June, but I’m trying to keep my Spidey senses on. After I watched this video though I realized I’m damned if I do, damned if I don’t. I can be doin my best work and be fired for something nonsensical so I’m trying to tap into other avenues and see where those take me.
Aly!!! Girl I HEAR you on the boots shaking!!! I am doing so much processing of fear but I am grateful to be releasing the energy from my body. Love what you said about your Spidey senses, truly there are so many avenues that can bring you what you want and need and I have no doubt you're going to see proof of that!!!
Thank you thank you thank you! This was so needed so much more than I knew! Thankful I listened all the way through! I know your next phase will be awesome! Good luck on moving for both you and your sister!
Oh wow, I'm so happy to hear that!!! Thank you Zanele, I really appreciate your love and encouragement!!!
I tell anyone if it comes up in conversation, there’s no such thing as job security
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I adore your ability to be comfortable in your authenticity Chimdi! Btw, I’ve been reading a lot about the Law of Attraction lately, and you are choosing to go about your life the BEST way to be aligned with that natural law. I recently quit my job off vibes and it’s been fun seeing what has come to me when I follow my joy 😊
Thank you Jasree!!! And YES to living with the natural laws. As soon as I relaxed and started letting the blessings flow my way, things changed in a BIG way for me. I am so excited that you are having fun in this new season. CONGRATS!!!!!
I really enjoyed this video.. I am in a situation where I am facing fear.
I am sending you love Autumn, YOU GOT THIS ❤️
I got kick out of youtube for creating content againy community guidelines. But here's the thing I have zero content. Like none. I emailed them etc. nothing. I lost all my playlists, fav video and watch later that i carefully categorized. I was shocked at how quickly it happened, and the lack of response. I Wondered if creators were aware of how fickle this RUclips thing is and how quickly it can get taken away
That is INSANE, I am so sorry that happened to you!!! And to have absolutely no response, is wild. Based on what I've seen (and from my own experience) it's like you theoretically something could happen but you really have no idea how everything could change in an instant.
@@chimdi what is sad for those with a blooming channel is that you can be demonetized without warning or reason. I saw a video of someone speaking on it sometimes last year. So those using this platform, especially those who have a stream of income should make arrangements in the event something unfortunate happen. Whereby they can start over or continue without too much hindrance. It will be bad but something to soften the blow.
Deep down we want to play. We wanna be like kids 👧🏾 that’s honestly what it is. We want to be able to run and explore, color, crush on , whatever it is we just wanna be kids, free from doubt and able to simply be 😊
EXACTLY THIS!!!!
Needed this talk today. Thanks ❤
I am so glad it resonated!!
I love this, you just explained something that I've been noticing but didn't really quite understand how to express it.
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 I'm so glad this resonated Melia!!
Your laugh is contagious! Ive never met you, but love your spirit!! You're a LIGHT! Wish all the abundance and success :)
Skysis!!! 🥰🥰🥰 Thank you so much Queen!!!
loved this video + your entire perception. when i was working a 9-5 i definitely also had the experience of being made redundant multiple times which actually ultimately enabled me to go for what i *really* wanted to do. i realised nothing is safe anyway, we're in one massive unknown, we may as well go for what we desire. (and yesss somehow there's always wisdom to find in jim carrey's words :D )
One massive unknown!!! You really nailed it. I am SO glad you were led to what you ACTUALLY wanted to do!!! Congrats Lorena!!!
“Don’t let your happiness depend on something you may lose.” C. S. Lewis
Girl you are spot on. Every point you’ve made in this video takes me back to God’s words which literally teach the same thing: don’t place your hopes in “worldly/material” things, but place it in HIM who is the only one who can fill you with lasting joy!
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”
Matthew 6:19-21
AMEN SPENCER!!!! Walking with God is the reason I'm able to walk by faith and not by sight in the first place!!! Thank you for blessing this comment section with the Word!!!
I recently got a raise/bonus and it triggered an existential crisis. I don't have a social media presence, don't have a hustler's bone in my body, have no deep desire for material things - my car is paid off, and I'm still wearing clothes from ages ago. The raise/bonus was triggerring because it conflicted with my deep sense of contentment with not having or needing more. Here I was, earning more and getting sickened by it. I know it's a very privileged perspective, but I hope I'm able to choose and seek more than the comfort of the monotony of the 9 - 5 ladder climbing and wealth accumulation - to do more that surpasses just being a cog in the wheel of the twilight zone that is the bottomless pit of fulfillment. I want more, but not more money. I hope I can be motivated to have more.
I wish you all the best on your next path!!
It makes total sense what you're saying, especially if the reason you got comfortable with not having a lot is because you accepted at a young age that it wasn't going to come so there was no point. And now your wholeness is attracting more because that's the most attractive frequency. I'm excited for you to get comfortable with true abundance, it's the truth of who you are!!!
Great video, Chimdi! Also you look stunning!
ahhh thank you Toby!!! 🥰
LOVE to see your growth!!!
❤️❤️❤️ thanks queeen!!!
Thank u for sharing your truth. Life can and is scary at times. It's what you do about that can either make or break u. For me, I am not working at the moment, but, I have found my passion of going back to school. I am taking up psychology. At this time, I don't know what specific career I would like to obtain. I love writing so research is something I could possibly do. I would like to purchase a home too. Tired of renting. My answer to all of this is to trust the process.... God knows what is best for u and I. Keep moving forward with positivitx. Hope u will find ur purpose. God Bless!
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Amen to trusting the process!!! And you'r so right that it all comes down to how we handle and release the fear that comes up. It's amazing that you found your passion with psychology and I know that you'll attract the exact right career to leverage your degree! CONGRATS!!!
Combine the two, makes sense.
Must be nice to not have kids and not feel pressured to ALWAYS have a plan and aim for perfection even though you repeatedly fail. Hughhh must be nice 😂😂😂
Whew girl it IS nice!!! But when you show your kids your imperfections, you teach them that they still deserve love even if they don't get everything right ❤️ They're blessed to have you as a mom!
I love this video. I'm in a very uncertain place at the moment, but I'm trusting my intuition and leaning into the unexpected, beautiful things that have always found me at low points.
Six years ago when I was in a really awful spot, the answer was to travel the world full time, although I'd just lost all of my clients.
I ended up traveling for 3 years, living in luxury homes for free and it was all so much better and less expensive than living in my studio apartment in Los Angeles.
Life has surprises and sometimes they're far better than we would have imagined.
FAR BETTER THAN WE WOULD HAVE IMAGINED!!! I absolutely love this experience you mentioned, it's amazing what can happen when we trust our intuition and allow life to BLESS US!!!
This has the be the best video I’ve ever seen. Never felt so invested in anyone else’s life! ❤I’ll be following but not in a stalker way 😂
hahaha I appreciate you Allison and I'll let you know what happens!
I’ve had it down twice. Laid off without warning. Twice in this economy and no one is safe
I'm so sorry you experienced that!
Thank u for ur video. The most interesting and wisest point u made is we can live with diminishing the binary of living safe vs. growing. It really encouraged me to go out and do more things like drawing stuff, and i’m sure it helped many people who’ve come across this video.
I am so glad this video resonated and that you are blessing the world with your creativity!!!
Glad this popped up on my feed. Totally agree with this 💯 The 9-5 is getting to me as well. I'm a guy who needs freedom from stress and drama. Much love!!
You definitely deserve more than stress and drama!!! Thank you for always blessing me with your comments 🥰❤️
@@chimdi Thank you so much as well, Chimdi for blessing me with your comments and you're so very welcome and appreciate you a lot!!! You're absolutely 💯right...I do deserve more than stress and drama and so do you as well 🥰❤ Praying every day for you to have the best in life!!!🙏🏽
RUclips took my husband channel for no reason and I believe they did that so they wouldn't have to pay him anymore. Social media to me now is like celebrity status. They pick and choose who they want to keep moving forward with. I just don't stress anymore about it.
Ugh that SUCKS, I'm so sorry that happened!!! But you definitely picked the right reaction about not stressing about it, that doesn't help anyone.
My husband shared your channel with me and this video resonates with me so much. I have felt lost for a while and also know I feel called to share my creativity in a way that serves my highest good outside of these platforms. It almost feels like RUclips has become a place where people only want monetary rewards when I remember it being about sharing our passions. This was a reminder to trust in divine timing and that my passions will guide towards true fulfilment. Thank you for being you! You are beaming and you’re smile is contagious ✨🫶🏽
Amen to your passions guiding you towards true fulfillment!!!! I'm so glad your husband shared my channel with you and that it's been able to remind you of how divinely led you are! I can tell you're going to move through this season of feeling lost and get right back into alignment. Sending you so much love!!!!!
seems like you gotta do both lol
It’s crazy. I “failed” at a 9-5 after being unemployed for years. Now I feel like I’m “unsafe” again but I literally refuse to be in that prison again because I never wanted a 9-5 to begin with (not saying all 9-5s are bad though)
*unsafe as in making a monetary living. I’m technically in a super safe living situation
I am SO glad you are prioritizing your freedom Victoria!!! It can be tough when the 9-5 is normal to make a different choice and it's brave what you're doing.
@@chimdi Thank you! I appreciate your videos. Your positivity and outlook inspires me
Good luck - good skills
You’re amazing!!
🥹🥹🥹❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Appreciate you Cirrena!!!!
I lived with my brother and SIL rent free for 4 months. It was amazing! I paid off so much debt. They told me before I got there when I had to leave 😂
lmaooo we love those boundaries!!! And congrats on paying off so much debt 🥳🥳🥳
Hmm, this is interesting. Great video.
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 I appreciate you!!!
New subscriber and you have such an amazing smile 😁
awww you are so sweet Grace!!! 🥰
You ate that. You came on my timeline right on time Chimdi.
🥹🥹🥹🥹 thank you Jananee!!!
Your beach clip! Playa del Carmen I have a apt near ❤
Yassss LOVE Playa!!!
Great video!
Thank you Roxiie!!!
Loving your laugh 😂❤
heehee thank you!!!! 🤭🤭🤭
You have a great personality
Aww thank you!!!