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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
  • Quitting was the hardest thing and easiest I have ever done. If you have thought about it, don't take it lightly. Especially when funding your own business. I quitted for freedom and pursued becoming a videographer. I quitted to follow my dream. I quitted for my mental health and my family but it's true, I did quit my job with no backup plan. Here's how life is going. #thegreatresignation #videography #thecreative
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  • @DanielJMadden
    @DanielJMadden  Год назад +9

    If you are wanting to follow my on my journey, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE. Random question, answer if you can, what is your all time favorite movie?

  • @Tenjiecorner
    @Tenjiecorner 6 месяцев назад +155

    Stop feeling guilty about quitting your job without a backup plan. Society has conditioned us to believe that work and productivity are the main aspects of life.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  6 месяцев назад +19

      Appreciate the encouragement! Glad to report that I’m no longer feeling guilty. More grateful than anything else these days.

    • @ShondaD_
      @ShondaD_ 4 месяца назад +3

      True True and True!!!!

    • @AnomalyBelleza
      @AnomalyBelleza Месяц назад +2

      🗣️ I COMPLETELY agree. Finally, it’s refreshing to hear someone say this because it’s almost as if everybody says the opposite.

    • @mrjj999
      @mrjj999 Месяц назад

      😂 it is lmao

    • @gregkareem9824
      @gregkareem9824 Месяц назад

      ​@@mrjj999stop cursing its a sin dude

  • @moniqueleslie09
    @moniqueleslie09 Год назад +2

    👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Love this.

  • @TheUnhousedWanderer
    @TheUnhousedWanderer 4 месяца назад +1

    I've done this dozens of times. I have a Cluster B Personality Disorder.

  • @nequag
    @nequag 5 месяцев назад +1

    I feel u just off the title😢❤

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  5 месяцев назад +2

      I had to do it! My mental health is more important.

    • @nequag
      @nequag 5 месяцев назад

      @@DanielJMadden facts these jobs make you prove so much to them sometimes just for them not to care at all ❗️goodluck on financial freedom and more life and blessing ❤️thank god u having an amazing wife who supported u with ur decision

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@nequag Appreciate you! 🙏🏿 Things ain’t easy but they are better. I’m love what I’m doing, it pays the bills and my wife is still rocking with me. Thanks for watching!

  • @Wiola-zr9qy
    @Wiola-zr9qy Год назад +2

    You need a wife and kids

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  11 месяцев назад

      Lol why did you say that?

    • @JEM-justme
      @JEM-justme Месяц назад

      If you watched it, he has a wife.

  • @fgonzalez78959
    @fgonzalez78959 2 месяца назад +24

    Ever notice alot of people who quit the 9-5 start to work on improving there health ..jobs affect people many different ways. How can we expect people to functions daily 100 percent.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  2 месяца назад +3

      Yeah my mental health has never been better. You are on to something lol

  • @bingneedsalife
    @bingneedsalife 5 месяцев назад +60

    I just left my 9-5 today so pursue freedom and the pursuit of happiness. This video was what I needed to see!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  5 месяцев назад +4

      Well congrats!!! It’s a rollercoaster ride but it has been a fun ride in my experience. Glad that this video was able to relate to you.

  • @frecklesintotears
    @frecklesintotears 2 месяца назад +15

    I quit my job today and I'm scared. Thank you for making this video!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  2 месяца назад +1

      lol I’m still scared but you’re welcome 🙏🏿. What’s next for you?

    • @frecklesintotears
      @frecklesintotears 2 месяца назад

      @@DanielJMadden No clue 🤦🏽‍♀

  • @TishFergusonBeauty
    @TishFergusonBeauty 2 месяца назад +12

    never too old to pivot. if we are living our best lives we will be pivoting for the rest of our lives

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  2 месяца назад +1

      This is a lesson that I am learning. Life is a series of pivots in different seasons.

    • @TishFergusonBeauty
      @TishFergusonBeauty 2 месяца назад

      @@DanielJMaddenthis right here!

  • @BetterNeurodivergentTravel
    @BetterNeurodivergentTravel 4 месяца назад +17

    This popped up on my home page. I've also quit my corporate job to pursue a career path that aligns with my values and passions. Will be a long and interesting road!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад +3

      Yes it will but I hoping that you find the joy in it like I have though some days are just trash. Lol just being honest

    • @DeSmith-o4b
      @DeSmith-o4b Месяц назад

      ​@@DanielJMaddenMaybe I can help? What are your trash days like?
      I'm a 50ish DotComer and was C-level F500 exec, got late stage cancer in my 40s and then the pandemic hit (faced mortality 2 times in a couple of years), and here I am almost 7 years later "retired."
      I'm pretty happy and fulfilled, except when my wife is annoyed. Lol

  • @newvision101
    @newvision101 5 месяцев назад +17

    Think about it- Rhiannas song Work Work Work Work. Ru Paul’s You Better Work. Project Runway’s Make It Work. And there are many other pop references to Working. How is it that our human experience programming leaders to working for health insurance, food, shelter. How did we get here. It’s ingrained in our psyche. We’re born. We go to school. We go to work. We die.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  5 месяцев назад +7

      You’re speaking nothing but facts! I want my life to be that I lived, loved, I left a legacy then I died

    • @DeSmith-o4b
      @DeSmith-o4b Месяц назад +1

      The Amish work their behinds off and so do people that live offgrid.
      Have context on what "work" means to you. Sometimes work enjoyed isn't actually work anymore, it's a means to an end to afford a certain lifestyle.
      I could have bought 10 Ferraris in cash to show off early in my career, but I never did. I've bought nice things, but I've lived well below my means and was able to retire in my 40s.
      Money, work, career...fun, hobbies, etc. is all in your mind what you "need" to feel whole and living a life that'e worthwhile or, even better, a life of meaning.

  • @Bryant1128
    @Bryant1128 4 месяца назад +14

    I just put my notice in and I feel so amazing and glad I'm doing this

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад

      Congrats! I remember that feeling very well! What’s next for you?

  • @shalom4441-o6i
    @shalom4441-o6i Месяц назад +4

    I am about to put my two weeks notice in so fast for my call center job. 😂 I can’t wait.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Месяц назад

      That's awesome! You gotta do what makes you happy. Can't wait to hear about your next move!

  • @keziasaint-louis6519
    @keziasaint-louis6519 Год назад +15

    Progress, not perfection, is the goal! Good on you for moving forward in a path that felt true to you and God's plan for your life 🎉🎉

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Год назад

      Thanks Kezia! And yes progress over perfection is my life’s motto

    • @DeSmith-o4b
      @DeSmith-o4b Месяц назад

      ​​​​@@DanielJMadden​Maybe sometimes even progress doesn't matter?
      Biggest lessons I learned facing the wrong side of cancer was that nothing mattered other than understanding why God put me here? Even if you don't believe in God, answering why am I here? Why am I here STILL hit me when I was told I beat cancer. What's my purpose now? Do I need a purpose? Why?
      Every day I wake up, every experience good/bad that I have, and every sign of the divine (there HE is again...God), I realize how lucky I am to still be alive.
      I'm a dood, but I'll share a poem I wrote...
      I went to the Grand Canyon at 18 and sat there in awe, taking it all in. God was there with me.
      I witnessed the birth of my son. God was there with me.
      I said good bye to my mother when she was in hospice. God was with me.
      I faced my mortality fighting late stage cancer. God was with me.
      I see the changes going on in the world and know that God is with me.

  • @iqwebserve3973
    @iqwebserve3973 11 дней назад +1

    Great video. I just quit too, no back up plan, hope to get a business going.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  11 дней назад

      Thank you! What are you coming from and what business do you think you will start?

  • @PeaceNotPain
    @PeaceNotPain Месяц назад +2

    Same 😂 I was DONE and decided to fire that life. Changed my entire life and I think it’s cool that you had a moment where you realized you actually needed the entrepreneurial hustle and bustle. I did too and it feels amazing lol

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Месяц назад

      The greatest and scariest thing I have done to date. Lol but I love it here 🙌🏿😅

  • @mattlu5493
    @mattlu5493 21 день назад +1

    No rules in this life other than to survive…if you’re alive and surviving, you can do whatever you want

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  20 дней назад +1

      I hear what you’re saying but everything within reason though. We can do whatever we want but we must always count the cost and figure out if we are willing to pay it.

  • @ANTICHRIS619
    @ANTICHRIS619 Месяц назад +2

    Kudos to you brother...and here am i scared to even quit the 6 months internship with peanuts stipend and unfriendly work culture

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks bro! And trust me, I'm doing this scared. It hasn't gotten less scary but I continue to pray and plan. You'll know when it's your time to go.

  • @Freelybeingkaila
    @Freelybeingkaila 3 месяца назад +6

    welp this is what I needed to hear!! thank you!!! I am at a job now that yes pays me well but it is not good for my mental and I dread coming in everyday. I have 7 more weeks to go and then this contract ends then I am betting on me and taking a leap of faith! thank you for the motivation and for being the sign I needed!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад +1

      Awesome! The money isn’t everything. Glad this could be affirmation for you. What’s the dream? What’s next?

    • @Freelybeingkaila
      @Freelybeingkaila 3 месяца назад +1

      @@DanielJMadden after this contract ends I will be going back home to pack my car for car camping and I will be hitting the road to different national parks and hidden gems in nature and document the whole adventure through videography and photography. I want to put more brown faces in these outdoor spaces and show that brown people love to camp and be outside as well. I am on a soul journey right now in these last 6 months of my 20s and I feel like this is the right move to make. i dont have any idea how long this adventure will last but I am excited for the unknown!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад +1

      @@Freelybeingkaila Yaas! I love for you. Will you posting this on RUclips? Because I am here for it all.

    • @Freelybeingkaila
      @Freelybeingkaila 3 месяца назад +1

      @@DanielJMadden definitely will be posting my travels on youtube! i want to look back on the adventures, the feelings in that moment and see the growth and maybe inspire others to get out and see this beautiful world!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад

      @@Freelybeingkaila Awesome! I’m subbed.

  • @DWEthiopia
    @DWEthiopia 4 месяца назад +5

    What I got from this video is the importance of having a supportive network that can keep you accountable when slacking off or getting lazy. I don't have this and I feel like I desperately need this but feel blocked in getting one because of social anxiety and depression.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад +3

      Yes I would say a supportive network of people is important and remember, one of the most important individuals that supported me through this transition was my therapist. So sometimes that support can come from paid health professionals.

  • @chirovandenbos2339
    @chirovandenbos2339 4 месяца назад +5

    People are programmed robot slaves of the system thinking happyness starts with extern factors like status, money, material things that means nothing and its relativ and an illusion create by society.
    If your happyness depend on extern factors you will never be because extern factors are endless.
    Happyness starts inside you.
    A lot of people are empty inside so work and create an illusion for the outside world to buy stuff thinking they look beautifull or made it but its all emptyness to me.
    The more people around you, the more expectations, talk about others, lying, frustrations, negativity, jealousy, double standards, violent, sneakyness, own benefits, judge, comparing etc......reflection of their broken souls.
    Alone you have more strength, peace, power, happyness, freedom and time.
    And no, not feeling superior or better then others but more be carefully and awake.
    Be the light in your own life.
    We born alone and died alone and in between we are all guests......short time here.
    The here and now is where the magic happens

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад +1

      Yes and I would challenge anyone to surround themselves with better people. I believe we are our most powerful when we are around people who do place expectations on us but encourage us to be who we are meant to be. As the proverb goes, “if you want go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

  • @wellowbeats
    @wellowbeats 3 месяца назад +3

    I'm so happy for you! Maybe I too will one day find the courage to quit my 9 to 5 job that I hate. I can't continue to live like this.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад

      Thank you! 🙏🏿
      I know that place your in and it isn’t fun for sure. Yes courage comes into play but try planning for your exit and maybe you’ll start to feel better about leaving

  • @alinenishimwe8563
    @alinenishimwe8563 3 месяца назад +2

    Your energy in the video and smile is contagious! Thank you for the video. Learning a lot from it because I am in the exact phase. Thank you

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад

      Thank you!! 🙏🏿 This journey has been rewarding but it’s still scary. However I wouldn’t trade it for the world

  • @sunni3931
    @sunni3931 Месяц назад +2

    I hope things are going well, im stepping out on faith ❤

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Месяц назад +1

      Faith, prayer and a plan will do wonders. Things are going quite well! Not without struggle but better than I can ask for.

  • @monochromesoul5873
    @monochromesoul5873 3 месяца назад +2

    I want to do this too but i have too much uncertainty

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад +2

      I hear you. And maybe it’s not your time yet. Give yourself grace and time to figure how you can possibly do this. Then when your ready dream and plan without the stress of having to execute and see how you feel.

  • @rockstar0r
    @rockstar0r Месяц назад +2

    All the best in your journey!

  • @kerryb.6419
    @kerryb.6419 4 месяца назад +2

    So proud of you! This is Kerry-Ann from Andrews, if you remember lol. This video inspired me. Thank you for your obedience & pursuing your creativity 😊

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад

      But of course! I ain’t that old yet 😂😂 but thanks watching and I’m glad you got something from it!

  • @EnhancedSimplicity
    @EnhancedSimplicity 4 месяца назад +2

    10:16 .... EXACTLY! ....
    Challenges WILL happen... it happens in all areas of life

  • @vaniaahmedabbasi99
    @vaniaahmedabbasi99 3 месяца назад +1

    i resigned last week. 3 more days to go until i am absolutely free!
    It's high time i pursue happiness, respect and my passion

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад

      1 more day!! Congrats! 🥳 what’s up for you next?

  • @colinl5985
    @colinl5985 2 месяца назад +2

    bet on yourself. that's a good tip, t extra push one sometimes need.

  • @beverlyhelm5287
    @beverlyhelm5287 4 месяца назад +1

    Lots of people get an education in one field but change to a different field later. I don’t blame you for trying a different type of work if you aren’t happy with the way things are. (As long as you aren’t a 35 year old man living in your parents basement and is working enough to support himself…who cares?). You have your training as a minister and can use that in many ways with any other type of work you find yourself doing. Nothing ventured, nothing gained, Right? (If you ever change your mind you can always go back into ministry…Rocky Mt Conference could use a few more pastors. Good luck to you and God bless.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад +2

      Thank you 🙏🏿 and yes I could always go back if anything but God has been blessing me where I am now so I’ll continue to walk down this path. Thanks for watching’

  • @_mshsrn
    @_mshsrn Год назад +3

    Go Daniel, you better be transparent and a care free!! You are inspiring - Bree❤

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Год назад

      Lol thanks Bree! I enjoyed sharing this.

  • @AngelaPowell-i4p
    @AngelaPowell-i4p 2 месяца назад +1

    Live your best life.❤

  • @don-hughllewellyn2877
    @don-hughllewellyn2877 Год назад +2

    amazing video, kinda in the same boat super happy for you

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Год назад

      Oh you know I’m going to text you now lol but thanks man! 🙏🏿

  • @justbobbyt
    @justbobbyt Год назад +2

    I dig it - great story, and excited to see the journey unfold.
    That last clip is a testament to the struggle to get those angles!

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Год назад

      Lol it’s a struggle for sure. Appreciate you watching and excited to share the journey with you bro.👊🏿

  • @IntrovertRockstar
    @IntrovertRockstar Год назад +2

    Great video

  • @ducthangnguyen0108
    @ducthangnguyen0108 Месяц назад +1

    Great! Wish you all the best on your journey

  • @RicoZOFC
    @RicoZOFC 29 дней назад

    good vid

  • @consciousness23
    @consciousness23 Год назад +5

    Thanks for sharing your journey Daniel. It was both encouraging and inspiring. Wishing you the best of success.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Год назад

      Thank you 🙏🏿 I’m glad that you got something from this. Look forward to meeting again at the next THINK

  • @tronnierants
    @tronnierants Год назад +2

    So proud of you bro!

  • @mamoon7619
    @mamoon7619 2 месяца назад

    We need an update! How are you? And how are you doing financially without the 9 - 5? 🎉🎉🎉

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  2 месяца назад +1

      Yeah I guess it’s about time for an update, huh? Lol I’ll start working on it

  • @kanchanatharusha2773
    @kanchanatharusha2773 Месяц назад

    you gave valuble advices as well in this video, thanks and wish you all the best !! ❤❤

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  Месяц назад

      Thank you! And I’m glad you got something from it.

  • @Stryv4Prfctn
    @Stryv4Prfctn 4 месяца назад

    🤔 - This feels very disingenuous. Cleverly written/performed content for "click bate."

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад +3

      I’m sorry you feel that way. I assure you everything I’m saying is not scripted. I knew wanted to say and said it when the camera was rolling. Now I’m guilty of planning out my shot list, knowing where I wanted to shoot but I’m a filmmaker 🤷🏿‍♂️I take every opportunity to practice my craft. But what I said was true. I quit my job with nothing else but my dream to chase and I’m still doing that. I still do appreciate you watching! Thank you 🙏🏿

  • @lifebehindthereels
    @lifebehindthereels 4 месяца назад

    RUclips suggested your video, and I’m so glad I found it. I’m sort of running into the same line of reasoning. It’s been there for a while. Just started my channel while gainfully employed in FinTech/Corporate world. But this here, this work we/you are doing is what gives, and brings more life and joy. I just subbed 💪🏻 🙏🏻

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for subbing! Yeah, it was not a light decision to make but it was definitely the right decision.

  • @lexxiethomas289
    @lexxiethomas289 5 месяцев назад

    Awesome content ❤❤❤ literally going through this. Thanks so much for sharing.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  5 месяцев назад

      Appreciate you! Thank you for watching!

  • @MrJohnnybe123
    @MrJohnnybe123 4 месяца назад

    Pastor is an easy life with tax breaks and free food, accommodation

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад

      Bahaha. I did get a housing tax that we as helpful but what I being paid was not much. So the housing tax was necessary lol. But my free there was no free food or accommodation. Maybe some other denomination but not mine. Neither was it easy. I left because it was severely messing with my mental health.

  • @onlythetruth1987
    @onlythetruth1987 12 дней назад

    I am in the same boat. Teach me brother.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  11 дней назад

      I don’t know how I can teach lol but what boat are you referring to? You talking about making a switch?

    • @onlythetruth1987
      @onlythetruth1987 11 дней назад

      @@DanielJMadden yes sir, I’ve always felt out of place, and I’ve been displaced. I can’t keep blaming the world, nor do I want to. I’m looking to make a switch to get my autonomy.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  11 дней назад

      @@onlythetruth1987 I felt that way before! If you were to make a switch today, what would you do?

    • @onlythetruth1987
      @onlythetruth1987 11 дней назад

      @@DanielJMadden I’m a writer… I have moved to nature and I will write books create content. And learn the most efficient way to survive and still keep a few of the technologies we depend on. I want to modernize my life different than the social norm.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  11 дней назад

      @@onlythetruth1987 And you would document you making that shift through creating content? I would watch that!

  • @shannonreese2349
    @shannonreese2349 Год назад +1

    'Promosm' 😘

  • @tenminutetokyo2643
    @tenminutetokyo2643 2 месяца назад

    Imaginal acts become facts.

  • @LovelyLocdnLoaded
    @LovelyLocdnLoaded 23 дня назад

    Thanks for sharing this. You did what I’ve been unsure to do no matter how good things seem to be going.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  23 дня назад +1

      No problem! Glad you got something from this. Please do not be fooled, it’s still scary but I’m talking it day by day.

    • @LovelyLocdnLoaded
      @LovelyLocdnLoaded 23 дня назад

      @@DanielJMadden I imagine it is. I’m still in prayer. Sometimes the answer comes with action. Gotta trust YAHUAH totally without doubting. This makes me think of where I am and who I am really serving.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  23 дня назад +1

      @@LovelyLocdnLoaded This awesome self reflection! Let me know where you are led.

  • @noufalmandeel9861
    @noufalmandeel9861 4 месяца назад

    From Saudi Arabia here and almost quitting✌🏽

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  4 месяца назад

      I hope when your ready it is a great experience and right choice for you like it was for me!

    • @ahmadomran4773
      @ahmadomran4773 3 месяца назад

      I am quitting as well this month! From Lebanon 🇱🇧

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  3 месяца назад

      @@ahmadomran4773 Good for you! What job are quitting and what’s the dream?

  • @adammorra3813
    @adammorra3813 11 месяцев назад

    Good job, you have a lot of courage.

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  11 месяцев назад

      Lol or insanity but thank you.

  • @ShaunaGMorgan
    @ShaunaGMorgan 6 месяцев назад +1

    OMG, Daniel! Heeeyyy cuzzo! I had no idea you had a channel. I stumbled on this artistic thumbnail and screamed when I saw you lol. Loved this video and the creative approach you took. Just subbed. Congrats on your new journey. You'll be great and I commend you for following your heart. Love you! God bless 💕🙏🏽

    • @DanielJMadden
      @DanielJMadden  6 месяцев назад +1

      Hey Cuzz!! It’s crazy how you found this but thank you so much for the words of encouragement. I appreciate it! And add me on Instagram, I would love to catch up. @optical.opium